Thursday on the NewsHour, rapidly increasing infection rates from the omicron variant in the U.S. prompt more COVID concerns, Congress wrangles over the massive Build Back Better Bill and other contentious legislation in the final weeks of the year, and a new exhibit showcases the work of a forgotten photographer documenting the fight for equality.

WATCH TODAY’S SEGMENTS:
As the holidays near, concerns grow over resurgent virus
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-lRGxxqTaA
News Wrap: Death toll rises after Kentucky tornadoes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voQd6PbV03Q
Democrats wrangle over agenda as crunch time approaches
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AyhFzNreBw
Why a website with directions for suicide remains active
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFIKs0VPGDI
Italian ski resorts try to reopen using vaccine passports
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B28_6GcNbwE
Biden awards Medals of Honor to 3 soldiers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-ITDiplsaQ
Exhibit showcases work of a forgotten photographer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvhBb8wSSqc

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