A YouTube 'momfluencer' is sentenced to prison.

Look both ways and take off your augmented reality headset before crossing the street.   THIS IS TODAY February 21, 2024 [VIEW IN BROWSER]( THIS IS TODAY YouTube "momfluencer" Ruby Franke is sentenced to up to 30 years in prison for child abuse. Plus, dietitians select the healthiest salad dressings and the ones to avoid, and Savannah Guthrie opens up about her new book reflecting on the power of faith in her life.   The Latest   [YouTube mom Ruby Franke was sentenced to 4 to 30 years in prison for child abuse.]( [Ruby Franke, a popular "momfluencer"]( whose YouTube channel "8 Passengers" detailed her family life with six children, wept in court yesterday as she was [sentenced to up to 30 years in prison for child abuse.]( Court documents revealed that what went on behind the scenes was far worse than anything people saw on her YouTube channel, and one prosecutor described the situation as "concentration camp-like setting" for her children. Jodi Hildebrandt, a counselor with whom Franke made parenting advice videos, also pleaded guilty to child abuse and was given the same sentence. [Continue reading](. [🫠Police issued a warning after a video of a man crossing the street wearing an Apple Vision Pro went viral.]( The San Diego Police Department is warning people to "[cross the street the old-fashioned way](" after a viral video showed a man crossing the street wearing an Apple Vision Pro headset. Footage on Instagram showed the [man wearing the augmented reality headset]( (and apparently accessing a virtual menu) crossing a busy downtown street, as several police officers stood just yards away. "While we’re all for exploring new dimensions and technology, let’s remember the importance of pedestrian safety," the San Diego P.D. wrote on Instagram. [Continue reading](. [📺 An ode to ‘90s Black sitcoms: Tyler Perry and more discuss how they impacted pop culture.]( It wasn't just Will Smith moving in with his auntie and uncle in Bel-Air that made the '90s a [golden age for Black sitcoms.]( Shows like "Martin," "Moesha," "Living Single" and "Family Matters" also left an indelible mark on pop culture. As part of Black History Month, TODAY.com spoke with entertainment mogul Tyler Perry, comedian Roy Wood Jr. and others about how Black sitcoms [transformed the television landscape.]( “(It) was kind of the first moment in media history where Black folks had actual production power," Perry said. They also talked about the current precarious state of Black sitcoms at a time when many have been cancelled. [Read more here](. [🥗 What is the healthiest salad dressing? Dietitians share their favorites — and which to avoid.]( Salad dressing can get a bad rap when it comes to adding calories, sugar and fat to a healthy bowl of lettuce and vegetables. However, ones with the right ingredients can bring added benefits, if you know what to look for. We spoke with dietitians about [which types of salad dressing are the healthiest,]( including vinaigrettes, honey mustard styles, and yogurt-based dressings. The experts also had tips about which dressings to avoid, and what to look for on the label before you buy. [See the tips here](.       Start TODAY   Achieve your life and health goals with easy tips. Is it possible to[lose arm fat](? You can get your arms more toned, but not from just training one specific area. TODAY fitness contributor Stephanie Mansour shared how full-body workouts are the best way to get it done. She has [9 arm exercises,]( which hit the shoulders, biceps and triceps, to incorporate into your overall workouts. Stephanie suggests starting with 3- to 5-pound dumbbells and working your way up. [See them here](.   What's for dinner?   Allow us to do the meal-planning for you Dig into your cupboard to create an appetizing pasta night with this [orecchiette with sausage, grapes, kale and cheese]( from chef and TV host Elena Besser. Top the pasta with grapes roasted with balsamic vinegar and a dollop of goat cheese for a sweet and savory dinner. [Get the recipe](.   Daily Delight   A little pick-me-up before you go. [Savannah Guthrie]( isn't a theologian or a religious scholar, but she felt compelled to write her [newly released book, "Mostly What God Does,"]( because faith is an essential part of who she is. “I’m not writing this book from some mountaintop where I’ve received some wisdom, and now I’m imparting it to the world,” she told TODAY.com. “No, I’m still down here, struggling. Still down here, disappointing myself. I’m still down here, needing faith, needing grace, needing mercy, needing love." Savannah writes about her personal and professional struggles, including the [death of her father]( when she was a teenager. "It’s all part of my faith journey,” she said. [Learn more here](.   Thanks for letting us in your inbox! See you tomorrow. Written by Scott Stump | Edited by Philip Caulfield Enjoying This is TODAY? Invite a friend to[subscribe here.]( Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 [Manage Subscriptions]( | [Unsubscribe](listvar=sub_today) | [Privacy]( | [Contact]( [MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_today) | [PRIVACY]( | [CONTACT](