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Schools Begin Pro-Palestinian Crackdown
Two Ivy League universities say they are suspending students who have refused to stop their protests and break up pro-Palestinian encampments that officials say violate school policy and threaten the safety of Jewish students. John Stolnis has more from Washington.
Blinken To The Middle East
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the Middle East, and while asking Israel to allow more aid into Gaza, urging Hamas to agree to demands from Israel, Egypt, and Qatar to release their hostages for a ceasefire. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
Officers Gunned Down In North Carolina
Multiple Federal Officers are dead after serving a warrant with police in Charlotte, North Carolina. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the details.
Trump Trial Resumes Today
The civil trial in New York City for former President Donald Trump will resume this morning after a three-day weekend. A banker who is alleged to have played a key role in hush-money payments made to Stormy Daniels is expected to testify.
Teen Sues Over Shooting
A Kansas City teenager who mistakenly went to the wrong house to pick up a family member and was shot by the homeowner is now filing a lawsuit in the case. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
Case Of The Missing Cat
A Utah couple were “purr-plexed” when one day their indoor cat, Galena, suddenly disappeared.
Pro-Palestinian Protests Continue
Pro-Palestinian protests continue to surge across the nation at schools from Boston to Los Angeles, some which has led to violence and intimidation of Jewish students. As correspondent Julie Walker reports, in some cases, including at New York’s Columbia University protesters feel embolden to violate school ordinances,
Texas Sues The Biden Administration
Texas and other conservative states are challenging a federal regulation that seeks to protect the rights of transgender students in American schools. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
More Or Less Alcohol
In health news, the old joke is that it’s 5 O’Clock somewhere, but as correspondent Haya Panjwani reports, it might be time to rethink drinking due to the effects of alcohol in your system.
Charges Dropped In Arizona Shooting
Prosecutors are dropping charges against an Arizona rancher who fatally shot a migrant last year on his property. The story from correspondent Jackie Quinn.
NY DA Under Fire For Speeding Response
In Upstate New York, a Monroe County District Attorney is under fire and now apologizing after she refused to stop for a police officer who clocked her going 20 miles over the speed limit. Pamela Furr reports the encounter with the officer who finally caught up to her was captured on his bodycam.
High Court Takes On Pot
US Supreme Court justices have tackled a number of issues as of late, including abortion and presidential immunity. As correspondent Ed Donahue reports, a case involving marijuana will go before the nation's highest court.
Tech News
The future is near for self-driving tractor trailers on U.S. roads. Filling in for Chuck Palm, correspondent Jennifer King has today’s tech news.
Finally
A court has now made it official, as a settlement between singer Britney Spears and her father over her conservatorship has been finalized. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.
The 50th season of Survivor will have a special twist to it. Kevin Carr has a preview.
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A Weekend Of Protests & Arrests
There were numerous clashes and arrests on college campuses over the weekend during pro-Palestinian protests over the Israel-Hamas war. Jim Roope reports that depending on the school, involved students may or may not face any consequences for their actions, even those that violate school policies.
Tornadoes Pulverize Parts Of The Midwest
Deadly tornadoes ripped through parts of the Midwest over the weekend. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports there was severe damage in several states including Oklahoma.
Noem’s Dog Death Response
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, who is considered a potential running mate for GOP frontrunner Donald Trump, is pushing back against criticism over the revelation that she shot her 14-month old puppy years ago, Pamela Furr has more details.
From The Court To A Hospital
Soon after disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein’s rape convictions were overturned in a New York court, he was rushed to a Manhattan hospital where he’s still undergoing tests. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.
Bank Failure
Republic First Bank has been closed by Pennsylvania state regulators, in what the FDIC said was the first US bank failure this year. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
Ending Flu Season
It appears the worst of the flu season may now be behind us. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
Correspondents Dinner Recap
President Biden was the deliverer, and the butt of jokes during the annual White House Correspondent's Dinner over the weekend. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
Biden Jokes More About Trump
President Biden lobbed one-liners at Donald Trump at the annual White House Correspondent’s Dinner, but as Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, the current president appears that he will continue using humor to attack the former president in a bid to get under his opponent's skin in an attempt to score some votes.
More Polls Favor Trump
Even as Donald Trump faces four sets of unprecedented criminal charges, his favor among some Americans has continued to rise.
Latest Elijah McClain Case
A paramedic in Aurora, Colorado who was found guilty of criminal negligent homicide has avoided jail time, closing out the last of the three trials surrounding the 2019 death of Elijah McClain. Correspondent Norman Hall has the story.
Blinken To The Middle East
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is heading to Saudi Arabia to try to restart ceasefire negotiations in Gaza, as a delegation from Hamas is in Cairo in parallel talks to the Saudi meeting. As correspondent Karen Chammas reports, Qatar, which has been in the center of the talks and also hosts the Hamas leadership, is still hoping to broker a peace deal and hostage release between the terror group and Israel.
Trump-DeSantis Summit
Governor Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump seem ready to put their feud from the Republican presidential primary aside. The Washington Post is reporting that the pair met in Miami on Sunday to discuss how they can work together during the general election.
Farmworker Benefits
Temporary farmworkers are getting more legal protections against employer retaliation, unsafe working conditions, illegal recruitment and other abuses. Lisa Dwyer reports.
Flight Attendant Behaving Badly
An indictment has been handed up against a former flight attendant, accused of using a cellphone to record images of youngsters in airplane lavatories. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
Tech News
The Big Three Tech giants have all posted stock gains this year, with major new data centers being announced. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s tech news.
Finally
Actress Nicole Kidman received an honor over the weekend for her work on the big screen. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.
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SCOTUS Hears Immunity Case
The topic of presidential immunity is before the Supreme Court. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
More Arrests On College Campuses
Hundreds of arrests have been made this week across the country as pro-Palestinian protests continue on college campuses. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that students, administrators and police are considering the best ways to move forward.
Progress At The Port Of Baltimore
It had been stuck in the harbor for a month, but now a cargo ship has become the first to pass through a newly-opened deep-water channel near the Port of Baltimore. Pamela Furr has the details.
Judge Denies Carroll Case Appeal
A federal judge rejected former President Trump’s latest attempt for a new trial, upholding the verdict and the $83 point 3 million dollar award in the defamation case against writer E. Jean Carroll.
Business News
CNBC’s Jessica Ettinger has Friday business.
Boeing Preps Space Flight
NASA astronauts are arriving at Kennedy Space Center to prepare for Boeing's first human spaceflight. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
Less Babies For America
American women are giving birth at record-low rates. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports U.S. births fell last year, to the lowest level ever recorded in the nation’s history.
Pro-Palestinian Protests Force Graduation Cancellation
Citing “new safety measures'' in place following escalating pro-Palestinian protests, the University of Southern California announces it is canceling their annual “main stage” graduation. As Jim Roope reports, schools across the nation are changing their normal routines as demonstrations have led to hundreds of arrests.
Latest In The Middle East
Israel's long-anticipated invasion of Rafah appears to be close to happening as Hamas releases a video of an Israel-American hostage more than 200 days after his capture. John Stolnis has the latest Middle East developments.
Trump’s Day In Court
Former President Trump’s ‘Hush Money’ trial, involving cover-ups of alleged affairs, continued in a Manhattan courtroom. Correspondent Linda Kenyon has the story.
Ukraine Receiving US Supplies
There's a renewed hope among Ukrainian leaders following President Biden's signing of a foreign aid package that sends more money to Ukraine in its continued war with Russia. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
Troop Pullouts In Africa
The United States will pull the majority of its troops from Chad and Niger (pronounced knee-ZHAIR) after those countries ended previous agreements for US troops to operate there. Lisa Dwyer reports.
Ring Refunds
Some Amazon-owned Ring customers will soon be receiving refunds. Correspondent Shelley Adler tells us why.
Tech News
A-I voice deep fakes unfortunately are nothing new, but now, a high school gym teacher has used it to make his principle say something he did not. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s tech news.
Sports – Robert Workman
NFL Draft and more.
Finally
A surprise from a New York court where movie mogul Harvey Weinstein's New York rape conviction was dismissed. Correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on what happens next.
Going to the movies this weekend, Zendaya (pronounced zen-DAY-uh) has a new movie about tennis, love, and betrayal. Kevin Carr has a sneak peek of Challengers.
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Latest On College Campus Protests
On some college campuses there’s chaos as encampments of students protesting the war in Gaza war have threatened some on campus, and led to dozens of arrests at New York University, Columbia University, at Yale, USC, and the University of Texas. As correspondent Julie Walker reports, protests around the nation are leading to calls to have the demonstrators removed.
SCOTUS Hears Idaho Abortion Case
The Supreme Court heard arguments about an Idaho law that the state says supersedes a federal statute that emergency room doctors can perform an abortion if the life and health of the mother is jeopardized. John Stolnis has the details from Washington.
SCOTUS Hears Immunity Case
The U-S Supreme Court will hear arguments today regarding Presidential immunity. Correspondent Clayton Neville has a preview.
Biden Signs Aid Bill
After the Senate with strong bipartisan support signed off, President Biden has put his signature to a $95 billion aid bill for Ukraine, Israel and other security needs, and vowed that the much-needed military supplies will be delivered to Kyiv without delay. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
Arizona Plans Repeal Of Abortion Law
Several Republicans joined Democrats in the Arizona Legislature in an effort to repeal the state’s near-total abortion ban. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
Bird Flu Concerns
Health and agriculture officials are ramping up testing and tracking of bird flu in dairy cows in an urgent effort to understand and stop the growing outbreak. Lisa Dwyer reports.
Arizona Election Indictments
Eighteen people including Donald Trump’s former chief of staff Mark Meadows and lawyer Rudy Giuliani have been indicted for alleged conspiracy, fraud and forgery related to the 2020 election in Arizona. As America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay reports, the former president was not charged, but was listed within the indictment.
More Arrests On College Campuses
Pro-Palestinian protests are growing on American college campuses and the world is reacting, with dozens of arrests made Wednesday night at USC and the University of Texas-Austin. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports there are now calls from members of Congress including House Speaker Mike Johnson demanding the Biden administration get tough and restore order at the colleges.
Kyiv’s Long Range US-Made Missiles
U.S. officials say Ukraine has for the first time used the long-range missiles the Biden administration delivered last month, striking areas deeper in Russian territory. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
TikTok Responds To Possible Ban
As President Biden was signing an aid bill for Ukraine and Israel that also targeted TikTok’s use in the United States, the Chinese CEO of TikTok’s parent company ByteDance said the popular social media app won’t be going away, even it means a lawsuit. Sue Aller reports.
The Ban Blame Game
Former President Trump says if TikTok is banned in the US, the blame belongs to President Biden, despite trying to ban the social media app when he was in the White House. Tech correspondent Chuck Palm explains.
A Fifth Arrest In Kansas Women Murders
Authorities in Oklahoma have arrested a fifth person in connection with the murders of two Kansas women.
US & UK At Odds Over AI
Two American tech giants are now facing scrutiny in the U.K over their artificial intelligence practices. Correspondent Charles deLedesma reports.
Changes To Airline Compensation
Following passenger outrage over compensation, the Department of Transportation is now requiring airlines to give automatic cash refunds for canceled and delayed flights. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
Finally
Following his recent passing, an O.J. Simpson film that has been in the works for years could finally find its way to the silver screen. Kevin Carr has the latest.
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Trump Trial Day Two
Whether former President Donald Trump violated his gag order in his hush money case took center stage at the start of Tuesday's trial, and an ally who he employed to watch his back in the 2016 presidential campaign took the stand. John Stolnis has more from Day 2.
College Campus Concerns Growing
Tensions are escalating at colleges around the nation with students demanding schools divest from Israel, including at New York’s Columbia University where all in-person classes were canceled at the Ivy League school over safety concerns. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
Senate Passes Aid Bill
The Senate on Tuesday night by a 79 to 18 margin passed an aid package providing billions for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, with a measure for Chinese-owned TikTok to be sold. As Ed Donahue reports, the Pentagon is ready to immediately ship Ukraine a massive military package once the funding bill is signed by President Biden.
Tragic End For Oregon Police Chase
A former Washington state police officer accused of killing his ex-wife and his girlfriend, as well as kidnapping a baby, shot himself during a pursuit with police in Oregon.
Pennsylvania Senate Race Set
The stage is set in Pennsylvania for what’s expected to be the most-watched US Senate race in the nation for the November election. Lisa Dwyer reports that this vote could decide which party controls the United States Senate next year.
Measles Concerns
Measles infections continue to spread across the country, with 125 cases now reported in 18 states. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports that total in four months already tops all of the cases reported in 2022.
Trump Trial Recap
A tabloid publisher took the stand in New York saying he pledged to be the Trump campaign's 'eyes and ears' during the 2016 presidential race. As correspondent Julie Walker reports, the judge in the case had strong words for the former president regarding the gag order he imposed, and after leaving the courtroom, Donald Trump met the media.
Biden Campaigns In Florida
With Donald Trump in a New York City court, President Biden took his abortion message on the road as he campaigned in Florida. Correspondent Linda Kenyon has the story.
Teacher Gun Bill Passes In Tennessee
A bill that would let teachers carry guns in schools along with firearms training is headed to the Governor's desk in Tennessee. As correspondent Clayton Neville reports, the bill was opposed by a number of state students and parents who took their message inside the Tennessee State Legislature.
Woman Plows SUV Into Birthday Party
A Michigan judge set a $1 point 5 million dollar bond for a 66-year-old woman, accused of driving under the influence and slamming her SUV into a boat club building where children were having a birthday party.
Cyberattacks Increasing
Cyberattacks on businesses are rising, on companies large and small. Lisa Dwyer reports that some of those attacked pay millions of dollars in ransom.
Reporter Remains In Russian Jail
A Wall Street Journal reporter detained in Russia for months will now have to stay in a Moscow prison even longer. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
Tesla Troubles
The financial struggles for Tesla seem to be growing, but that may also be good for car buyers. Correspondent Norman Hall explains.
Prepping For The Draft
The National Football League’s annual draft will be held starting tomorrow night, and as correspondent Mike Hempen reports, it will usher in a new crop of talented stars, but also bring in millions of dollars for the host city, Detroit.
Finally
Entertainers Ashley Judd and Aloe Blacc (pronounced black) went to the White House as part of a suicide prevention campaign. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.
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A Quick Day At The Trump Trial
Prosecutors and lawyers for former President Donald Trump made opening remarks and the first witness was called to the stand in his hush money trial in New York. John Stolnis has the details.
College Campus Concerns
With pro-Palestinian rallies spreading across college campuses in the U.S., New York’s Columbia University has been forced to switch to on-line and hybrid learning through the end of the semester due to ongoing disruptions and incidents of threats against Jewish students. As correspondent Jackie Quinn reports, New York Governor Kathy Hochul went to the campus to meet with the school’s president.
SCOTUS Debates Homelessness
The U-S Supreme Court is considering arguments in a case surrounding homelessness. Correspondent Clayton Neville has details.
LA Mayor’s House Broken Into
Police in Los Angeles arrested a suspect following a break-in at the home of Mayor Karen Bass.
Railroad Responsible
A jury came back with a verdict in a case in Montana that blames a railroad over an asbestos claim that sickened a town and was responsible for two deaths. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
Ghost Guns On The Docket
The Supreme Court will take up the Biden administration's appeal over regulating ghost guns. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
Trump Trial Recap
It was expected to be a short day for the Donald Trump hush money trial in New York City, with plans to end early for Passover, and also because one of the jurors had a dental emergency. As correspondent Julie Walker reports, after opening arguments the first witness took the stand, and after the proceedings, the former president held court outside the courthouse.
Anti-Israel Protests Spread
What began growing at Columbia University has now spread to a number of college campuses across the nation, with pro-Palestinian demonstrators pitching tents on campus, vowing to stay there until universities divest from Israel, but they are also spreading fear and in some cases, violence against Jewish students. As correspondent Clayton Neville reports, as the protests grow, so are the number of arrests at prestigious Ivy League campuses.
Fixing The Health Care System
The Biden administration is issuing new rules on nursing home staffing and home health care pay. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports that Vice President Kamala Harris made the announcement in the battleground state of Wisconsin.
California’s Arizona Abortion Plan
California Governor Gavin Newsom says he has a plan to help women in Arizona get abortions, if they so choose. Pamela Furr has the details.
Awaiting TikTok’s Fate
The future of the app TikTok in the United States will be debated in the Senate today where bills for Ukraine and Israel aid will soon be voted on.
Latest January 6 Defendant Sentenced
A Confederate flag-waving Capitol rioter learned his fate in court, receiving a much-lighter-than-recommended sentence. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
Cannibal Comments Response
A U.S. ally is unhappy after a remark last week by President Biden regarding a family member, and cannibals. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
Tech News
Big Tech stocks are often an indicator of the economy, but the "Big 6" are expecting to report slower sales by 2025. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s tech news.
Sports – Robert Workman
Playoffs and more.
Finally
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2024 inductees. Kevin Carr sees who made the list.
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Trump Trial Gets Underway
Opening arguments are slated to begin this morning in the criminal hush money trial against former President Donald Trump, and so is the financial fallout as his legal costs are taking a large bite out of his campaign donations. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that despite a weekend event canceled over weather, Trump continues to talk about the case from the courtroom.
Fallout Over House Ukraine Vote
Over the weekend the House of Representatives passed $95 billion dollars in foreign aid to Ukraine, Israel and the Indo-Pacific region, but it could come at a great political cost for House Speaker Mike Johnson. John Stolnis has more on the bill and the potential political fallout, from Washington.
More Anti-Jewish University Unrest
A rabbi associated with Columbia University is telling Jewish students to go home following confrontational pro-Palestinian protests on campus, including one where police made over 100 arrests. Pamela Furr reports that violence against Jewish students is spreading to other universities.
Michigan Birthday Tragedy
A suspected drunk driver plowed her car into a building at a boat club in Monroe County, Michigan that killed two young children, injuring more than a dozen other people.
Lawsuits Piling Up
More election-related lawsuits are coming into play in a number of key states long before the presidential vote this year. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
It’s Earth Day
Earth Day has arrived, and as correspondent Julie Walker reports, this year’s global theme is planet versus plastic.
What’s Expected At Today’s Trump Trial
A full jury is seated for former President Donald Trump's criminal case in New York City. Correspondent Clayton Neville says openings arguments are slated to begin today (Monday) in a trial expected to last about six weeks.
Greene Demands Speaker Johnson Step Aside
While some mostly moderate members of the GOP are praising Mike Johnson, there are very loud calls by more conservative members to unseat the Speaker of the House for working with Democrats and pushing through bills on foreign aid for Ukraine and other allies. As correspondent Jackie Quinn reports, that includes Marjorie Taylor Greene, who now says that Johnson must either resign or be ousted as Speaker.
Latest In The Middle East
The leadership of Iran has publicly announced for the first time that their unprecedented attack against Israel using over 300 drones and missiles yielded only minor damage. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports this comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a video message released to his nation before the Passover holiday begins today, saying due to Hamas stalling the recent hostage negotiations, the Israeli military will accelerate its plans to invade Rafah and bring those captives home.
Delaware Campus Shooting
Authorities are investigating the shooting death of an 18-year-old woman on the campus of Delaware State University. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.
Remembering Terry Anderson
Terry Anderson, the Associated Press correspondent who became one of America’s longest-held hostages after he was snatched from a street in war-torn Lebanon and held for nearly seven years, has died.
Guard Staffing Changes Halted
Some Alaska National Guard staffing changes are being placed on hold, at least for the time being. Lisa Dwyer tells us why.
Not Part Of The Tour
A tram operated by Universal Studios in Hollywood crashed, leaving 15 people with various injuries, all of which were non-life threatening.
Tech News
Tesla has posted new pricing for its EV's and its self-driving software, amidst a 10% global workforce layoff. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s tech news.
Finally
Tonight starts the observance of Passover, and as correspondent Walter Ratliff reports, it’s expected to be much somber this year due to the events in the Middle East.
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Israel Attacks Iran
Israel has followed through on a retaliatory attack following Iran’s drone and missile assault last weekend. America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has the details.
More Jurors Seated For Trump Trial
On Day 3 of the Donald Trump hush money trial in New York... an end to jury selection came ever closer with just a few jurors left to select. John Stolnis has the latest on the trial.
Johnson Moving Forward With House Ukraine Bill
House GOP leaders are plowing ahead with plans to pass a foreign aid package that includes Ukraine, a move that could potentially cost Speaker Mike Johnson his job. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
Arrests At Columbia & Congresswoman’s Daughter Suspended
Acting on orders from the school leadership, the NYPD in riot gear ascended on Columbia University, arresting over 100 anti-Israel protesters who were violating campus rules. Meanwhile, the daughter of an American Congresswoman is in trouble with her University following a Pro-Palestinian protest on campus. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
Update On 9-1-1 Outages
In a follow-up to a story we reported yesterday, a mistake by workers in one Midwest state caused residents across the nation to have issues with being able to make 9-1-1 calls. Lisa Dwyer reports.
Plotted To Shoot A School
A Washington, DC-area high school student is under arrest, charged with allegedly plotting a mass shooting of a school.
Another GOP Congressman To Quit
Another Republican congressman says he will not run for reelection. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
Latest In The Middle East
The world is scrambling for a resolution to a conflict in the Middle East that some believe is on the verge of expanding, as Israel launched a retaliatory strike against a site in Iran overnight. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest.
Juror Issues For Trump’s Hush Money Case
Twelve jurors have now been selected to sit in judgment for Donald Trump’s hush money case, and will weigh the 34 counts of falsifying business records he faces, but the selection process was far from usual. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports on what's being done to try to keep the names of jury members in the former president’s trial private.
Kennedys Back Biden
With serious concerns that a third-party run could impact the 2024 election in critical swing states, President Biden has received endorsements from several Kennedy family members, in a bid to deflate Robert F. Kennedy Junior's independent White House run. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
New Maine Gun Laws
Maine lawmakers sent a draft of gun safety measures to the governor to sign into law, fulfilling a promise to take action designed to prevent mass shootings such as a rampage six months ago that killed 18 people in the town of Lewiston. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.
Latest On The Oklahoma Murders
An Oklahoma judge ordered public defenders to represent four members of an anti-government group who appeared in court on charges of kidnapping and killing two Kansas women. Texas County Oklahoma Associate District Judge Clark Jett entered not guilty pleas for the four defendants
Cyberattack Hits Texas Towns
Several small Texas towns are saying their water systems were hacked, allegedly by a cyber group located outside the United States. Lisa Dwyer reports.
Coyotes Leaving Arizona
A hockey team that was plagued with issues including a very small arena to play in is now heading one state to the north. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh explains.
Finally
The missing Starship has now been found. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on the return of the original model of the USS Enterprise from the TV show "Star Trek."
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Senate Nixes Mayorkas Trial
The impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over the migrant crisis at the Southern border was stopped even before a Senate trial could begin. Correspondent Linda Kenyon has the story from Washington.
Johnson Plans House Ukraine Bill
House Speaker Mike Johnson has unveiled his plan to fund Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies -- and it has high-level backing. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports what Johnson doesn’t have is the support of his own party, as Congressman Matt Gaetz, speaking on CNN, said he’s firmly against any money going to Kyiv in their fight against Russia.
Trump Back In Court Today
It’s back to court for Donald Trump as the former president’s hush money criminal trial resumes in New York City with jury selection. Correspondent Julie Walker reports that the first 7 jurors have been chosen.
Four In Court Over Kansas Killings
The four people accused of killing two Kansas women appeared in court for the first time in Oklahoma. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports each faces charges including first-degree murder.
Pennsylvania Politician Wanted By Police
An arrest warrant has been issued for Pennsylvania State Representative Kevin Boyle. According to the Philadelphia Police Department, the warrant for the Keystone State Democrat is for violating a restraining order.
Texas Gets Massive Chip Factory
The Biden administration says there's an agreement in place on funding for a more than $6 billion dollar computer chip factory cluster to be built in Texas. Lisa Dwyer reports.
Trump’s Hush Money Case Resumes
After a day off, the hush money trial against former President Donald Trump resumes today in a New York City courtroom as jury selection continues. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
New Anti-Semitism Hearings
Four months after three university presidents testified before a House committee about the rise of antisemitism on their campuses, a fourth, Columbia University president Nemat Shafik (pronounced neh-maht sha-FEEK), defended her handling of antisemitism at her school. John Stolnis has more on a very contentious hearing.
Biden Talks Tough On Steel
President Biden has called for sharply raising tariffs on Chinese metal products as he toured a steel manufacturing facility in Pennsylvania. Correspondent Sagar Megani reports.
Massive 9-1-1 Outages
Authorities are trying to figure out what led to a series of statewide 9-1-1 outages on Wednesday night. There were reports that the entire 9-1-1 emergency call system in South Dakota failed, and other disruptions were reported in Nebraska, Texas, Iowa, Florida, Wisconsin, and Kentucky.
Wildfire Report
The state of Hawaii released what it is calling the first phase of a probe into the cause of the catastrophic 2023 Maui wildfires. As correspondent Donna Warder reports, this 400-page report comes after months of delays, and points one of the fingers of blame at a severe breakdown in communications.
Latest In The Middle East
Tensions remain high in the Middle East, as Iran is warning of what they are calling a massive retaliation if Israel responds to the recent missile and drone attack launched by Tehran. Lisa Dwyer reports.
Russia Attack
Ukraine is assessing the damage after a lethal Russian attack that struck an apartment complex in a city north of the capital Kyiv killed 17 people. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports this comes after Ukraine’s military struck a Russian oil refinery using drones three days ago, and that happened after the Kremlin destroyed Kyiv’s largest power plant.
Sports – Robert Workman
NBA Playoffs and more.
Finally
It was fifty years ago this week that the events surrounding the Ingalls family played out in America’s living rooms. Kevin Carr reports on the anniversary of the debut of Little House on the Prairie.
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Some Jurors Chosen In Hush Money Trial
After the first day of jury selection for Donald Trump’s hush money trial saw no jurors selected who said they could be impartial, a total of seven jurors have now been chosen. As correspondent Julie Walker reports the former president continues to speak out against what he calls an unfair system.
SCOTUS Hears January 6 Case
The US Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a lawsuit brought by a January 6th defendant against the government that could change some of the sentences and charges against him and other defendants. John Stolnis has the details from Washington.
Senate To Receive Mayorkas Impeachment
The U.S. Senate is forced to move forward on a trial after House Republicans delivered two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
USC Cancels Valedictorian Speech
A major California university will not have a valedictorian speaking at graduation. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on what led to the removal of the star student’s speech.
West Virginia Law Overturned
A federal appeals court overturned a West Virginia law called the "Save Women’s Sports Act" that prohibited transgender girls from competing against biological girls in sports.
Trump Trial Poll
The talk of the nation is the hush money trial facing former President Donald Trump in New York. Correspondent Donna Warder reports on a new poll asking people what they think about the case and how it is impacting the election.
Trump’s Hush Money Trial Reaction
So far, seven jurors have been selected for Donald Trump’s historic hush money trial in New York City, including the unnamed jury foreperson, who is married, originally from Ireland, and works in sales. As correspondent Julie Walker reports, the former president was in court for the second straight day, and had a lot to say about the process, and his claims that the judge is unfair.
Johnson Under Fire
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a revolt within his own party as he vows to move ahead with U.S. funding for Ukraine and other allies. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
Latest In The Middle East
The Israeli government’s war cabinet is scheduled to meet again today to discuss plans for their response to the Iranian missile and drone assault that a coalition of nations including the U.S., Jordan and Saudi Arabia were able to neutralize. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
Powell On Interest Rates
There’s concern that inflation progress is starting to stall, and the recent numbers could mean that interest rate cuts may be delayed. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.
Florida Redefines Book Law
Florida residents who don’t have children attending school will have significantly fewer chances to challenge books in local K-through-12 libraries under a new law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis. America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay explains.
OAN Settles Voting Claims Lawsuit
One America News Network reached a confidential settlement Tuesday to resolve a defamation lawsuit by voting-machine company Smartmatic over the conservative outlet’s broadcasting of false election-theft claims in the aftermath of the 2020 presidential contest.
No Smoking
The smoke break could become a thing of the past across the pond. As correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports, Great Britain could be on the dawning of a smoke-free generation.
Michigan Turns Blue
Democrats have regained full control of the Michigan State House after two special election wins Tuesday night. The districts were in the Detroit suburbs, where two Democrats had resigned to each become a town mayor.
Finally
We’ve seen autoworkers and some of Hollywood’s elite walking on the picket lines within the past 12 months, and unless they can come to an agreement, another entertainment strike is looming, this one involving Grover and Big Bird. Kevin Carr explains.
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Hush Money Trial Begins
Yesterday was a historic day, the first criminal trial ever of a former president, Donald Trump and the Stormy Daniels hush money case. John Stolnis gets us caught up on Day 1 of what's expected to be a multi-week case.
Israel Planning Iranian Response
Israel pledges it will respond with force to Iran's weekend attack, despite growing international calls to step back. As Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, this comes amid Biden administration concerns of the Mideast conflict growing, and Iranian citizens fleeing major cities for fear of an Israeli military reply.
House Aid Package Plans
There's a renewed push to pass aid for Ukraine and Israel in Washington, following Iran's weekend attack on Israel. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports House Speaker Mike Johnson is bringing a slew of proposals to the floor after a late-day meeting on Capitol Hill.
Justice Missing
There was a noticeable absence when the US Supreme Court gathered on Monday. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
More Learned About Kansas Women’s Deaths
Court documents are shedding light on what may have been the motive that led to the deaths of two Kansas women in Oklahoma. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
SCOTUS OK’s Idaho Ban
The Supreme Court has OK’d an Idaho ban on gender-affirming care. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
Hush Money Trial Begins
The first criminal trial of an American president officially began on Monday as prosecutors and defense lawyers convened in a Manhattan courtroom to start selecting the jury that will decide Donald Trump’s fate. As correspondent Julie Walker reports, the day ended with no jurors chosen, and plenty to say from the former president.
Latest On Baltimore Bridge Collapse
There are new developments into what caused the collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge that killed 6 construction workers. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports searchers have recovered the body of a fourth construction worker who was on the Key Bridge when it crashed down into the river below, and the investigation has now grown to include the FBI.
New Afghanistan Withdrawal Report
A new Pentagon review of the events leading up to the bombing that killed 13 U-S service members at the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan, in 2021, has reaffirmed earlier findings that American troops could not have prevented the deadly violence. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
Investigating The Colorado Funeral Home
There’s even more trouble for the owners of a Colorado funeral home where authorities found nearly 200 decomposing bodies. As correspondent Jackie Quinn reports, federal authorities believe they also committed COVID fraud.
Arrests Follow Protest Traffic Jams
Protests led by a pro-Palestinian group caused frayed nerves for drivers and massive traffic jams in cities including New York, Chicago, and Oakland. Katie Clark reports it also led to dozens of arrests.
Biden Taxes Released
Even the Commander-in-Chief is not immune from paying taxes. President Joe Biden and First Lady Doctor Jill Biden earned just under $620 thousand dollars in 2023, according to their joint tax return released by the White House.
Tesla Layoffs
There’s trouble for another electric vehicle maker as Tesla is planning to trim their workforce. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
Boston Marathon
From "did not finish" to finishing first, an Ethiopian man has run away from the pack to win this year's Boston Marathon. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
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The armorer from the movie set “Rust” received her fate from a judge after being found guilty of involuntary manslaughter. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.
Fans of the Piano Man are irate after what was described as a broadcast error cut off Billy Joel’s live-broadcast concert. Kevin Carr has the details.
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Hush Money Trial Begins
Former President Donald Trump will be in a Manhattan court as his hush money case begins today in New York City. Correspondent Clayton Neville has a preview.
Latest In The Middle East
Over the weekend, Iran followed through with their threats to attack Israel after the Israelis killed two senior Iranian leaders in a missile strike in Syria last week, launching hundreds of missiles and drones from Iran into Israel. John Stolnis has the latest on the reaction from the Biden administration and what could come next.
Chicago Mass Shooting
Another weekend of gunfire in the Windy City has left a child dead when a mass shooting happened on a residential Chicago street. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
Four Arrested In Kansas Women Deaths
Four people have been arrested in Oklahoma in connection to the disappearance of two Kansas women who have been missing for weeks. The latest from correspondent Pamela Furr.
Proposed New Colorado Gun Law Being Discussed
Colorado’s Democrat-controlled House passed a bill Sunday that would ban the sale and transfer of semiautomatic firearms. The bill is now on its way to the Colorado State Senate.
Tax Day Today
Today is Tax Day 2024, the deadline for filing our returns. Correspondent Rita Foley reports on tax scams and how to avoid them.
How Israel Defended Against Iran’s Attack
Following the unprecedented attack by Iran against Israel, there was condemnation by President Biden and European leaders. As correspondent Jackie Quinn reports, the defense of Israel during the drone and missile attack launched from the Islamic Republic was met with complete resistance not only by the Israeli Defense Forces, but also by the militaries of the United States, France, the UK, and Jordan.
House Planning Ukraine/Israel Aid Bill
House Speaker Mike Johnson announced on Sunday that he will try to advance wartime aid in a national security package that would include both Ukraine and Israel this week.
Reaction To Arizona’s New Abortion Law
Politicians continue to react to the Arizona Supreme Court's decision to allow an 1864 near total abortion ban to take hold in the Grand Canyon State. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the response from state and Federal leaders, including an Arizona Democratic Congressman, a GOP candidate for the Senate, and others.
Death In An Australian Mall
Australian authorities are singling out a police officer and bystanders for the heroic measures they took to confront a man who went on a stabbing spree in a mall in Sydney. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports.
Bird Flu Cases Growing
More cases of bird flu are being reported, and correspondent Julie Walker reports the virus is spreading to more farm animals, raising questions about food safety.
Hunter Biden Denied
The son of President Biden had an appeal of his weapons case denied. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
Truck Driver Slams Into Texas Building
He was denied a driver’s license, and then he did the unthinkable. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports more details have been learned about a deadly crash and an arrest in Texas.
Coyotes On The Move
A struggling NHL franchise could be heading from the desert to the nearby mountains. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
Tech News
TV Streaming service Roku has identified over 1/2 million accounts hacked, after announcing more than 15 thousand earlier this year. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s tech news.
Finally
King Kong has been knocked out of the top spot at the box office. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on this weekend’s new number one.
It was a milestone event in New York for the Piano Man as Billy Joel held his 100th concert at Madison Square Garden, this time it was also televised and streamed. Kevin Carr reports.
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O.J. Simpson Passes Away
O.J. Simpson, one of America's most infamous celebrities of all-time, has died. Correspondent John Stolnis takes a look at his life and legacy.
Charges Filed Against Ohtani’s Former Interpreter
Charges have been filed against the former interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
AZ Abortion Ban Uproar Continues
Shouts of “Shame!” swept through the Arizona House of Representatives as the fight over the state’s newly revived abortion ban continues. Correspondent Haya Panjwani has details.
National Forecast
Another large storm system is moving through the Eastern U.S. Meteorologist Brian Thompson has more in your national forecast.
Trump Tests Gag Order
Former President Donald Trump is testing the limits of a gag order put in place for his upcoming hush money trial. Correspondent Ed Donahue has details.
FISA Reauthorization Gets Second Chance
The U.S. House is going to have another go at reauthorizing the FISA program after an earlier attempt failed. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.
Business News
Wall Street opens this morning with the NASDAQ at an all-time high. Jessica Ettinger has your Friday business.
China Sanctions U.S. Companies
China has announced it is blacklisting two U.S. companies over arms sales to Taiwan. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports.
Measles Cases on the Rise
There has been an increase in measles cases inside the U.S. this year. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.
Census Bureau Undercounted Children in FL
The U.S. Census Bureau says a new analysis of the 2020 census shows it under-counted children in Florida by nearly 10%. Correspondent Norman Hall has the story.
MD Launches Bridge Collapse Website
There is a new website to help Marylanders deal with the aftermath of the Baltimore bridge collapse. Correspondent Norman Hall has details.
Two Gun Manufacturers Agree to Halt Sales in PA
According to Philadelphia city officials, two of America’s leading gun parts manufacturers have agreed to temporarily halt sales of their products in Pennsylvania.
Biden Approves Oil Export Terminal Construction
In a move that environmentalists called a betrayal, the Biden administration has approved the construction of a deepwater oil export terminal off the Texas coast. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer explains.
PPI Comes In Below Expectations
The latest producer price index found prices have risen by 2.1%, which was slightly less than forecasters expected. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.
Assange Supporters Hopeful
Supporters of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange are feeling hopeful after some recent comments by President Biden. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma has the story.
Ukraine Soon To Be Outgunned
NATO’s top general is warning that Ukraine is badly outgunned by Russia. Correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
Tech Giants Improving AI
Two of the tech industry giants are releasing updates this month, and they claim you'll be able to have more "human-like conversations" with them. Correspondent Chuck Palm has that story in today's tech news.
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Judge Repeats Rejection of Trump Trial Delay Request
An appeals court has denied the third attempt by Former President Trump’s lawyers to delay the start of Trump’s hush money trial in New York. Correspondent Ed Donahue has details.
Bidens Hosts Japanese Prime Minister
President Biden hosted a state dinner in honor of the prime minister of Japan. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.
Gunfire Erupts at Eid Celebration in Philadelphia
At least three people were injured after gunfire erupted during a celebration in Philadelphia marking the end of Ramadan. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
National Forecast
The severe weather threat along the Gulf Coast will continue its march Eastward. Meteorologist Brian Thompson has more in your national forecast.
Former MS Police Officers Sentenced
Six disgraced former Mississippi Police Officers were sentenced on state charges connected to the torture of two black men. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
Trump and Johnson Plan to Meet
House Speaker Mike Johnson has said he plans to meet with Former President Trump later this week. Correspondent Sagar Meghani has details.
Business News
Inflation ticked up last month and there was a stock sell off yesterday. Jessica Ettinger has your Thursday business.
Ford Recalls SUVs
Ford has issued a recall for nearly 43,000 SUVs. Correspondent Julie Walker has details.
Slenderman Stabber Applies for Parole
Two psychologists testified Wednesday that Morgan Geyser, who at age 12 stabbed a classmate nearly to death to please the online horror character Slender Man, should not be released yet from a psychiatric hospital.
NTSB Investigating Autonomous Vehicle Crash
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating a March crash near Philadelphia that involved an autonomous vehicle. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.
EPA Finalizes PFAS Rules
The EPA has finalized new rules aimed at reducing the public’s exposure to toxic chemicals. Correspondent Jennifer King has details.
House Republicans Deal Blow to Speaker Johnson
Republicans revolted against House Speaker Mike Johnson yesterday, refusing to allow a bill to come to the floor concerning foreign surveillance. Correspondent John Stolnis has more on the setback for Speaker Johnson as one colleague continues to call for him to be replaced.
Trump and Biden Comment on AZ Abortion Ruling
Both President Biden and Former President Trump had comments on the abortion ban ruling in Arizona. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
Trump Org Executive Sentenced on Perjury Charges
A former Trump Organization executive has been sentenced for lying during the Trump civil fraud case in New York City. Correspondent Julie Walker has details.
18-Year-Old Charged for Alleged Terror Plot
An 18-year-old in Idaho has been charged for allegedly planning a terrorist attack. Correspondent Haya Panjwani has details.
CPI numbers for March Released
According to the consumer price index inflation rose again last month. Correspondent Sagar Meghani has more.
Airline Sees Strong Travel Trends
As families begin to make preparations for summer vacations, correspondent Rita Foley reports on what one airline is saying about summer travel.
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Arizona Abortion Ban
The Arizona Supreme Court has handed down its decision on the enforceability of an abortion law in the state from the 1800s. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
MI School Shooter Parents Sentenced
The parents of a Michigan school shooter have been sentenced to at least 10 years in prison for failing to take steps that could have prevented the tragedy. Correspondent Shelley Adler has the story.
Judge Rejects Trump Hush Money Trial Delay Request
A New York appeals court Judge has ruled on a request to delay the start of trial in former President Donald Trump's hush money case. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
National Forecast
It’s going to be another day of severe weather along the Gulf Coast. Meteorologist Brian Thompson has more in your national forecast.
US House Back in Session
The U.S. House of Representatives has returned from their recess and are now back in session. Correspondent Sagar Meghani has details.
Fatal Police Shooting Body Cam Footage Released
A police watchdog group has released footage of a fatal Chicago police traffic stop in which nearly 100 shots were fired. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
Business News
On Wall Street investors will react to the latest on inflation. Jessica Ettinger has your Wednesday business.
More States Sue to Stop Biden’s Student Loan Repayment Plan
There is a new attempt to block President Joe Biden’s student loan repayment plan. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer has the story.
New WIC Rules Announced
There will soon be new rules for the federal food program WIC (wick) with a greater emphasis on healthy foods. Correspondent Julie Walker has details.
Nobel Prize Winner Peter Higgs Obituary
Nobel Prize winning physicist Peter Higgs has passed away at 94-years-old. Correspondent Ed Donahue takes a look at his life and legacy.
Tesla Settles Lawsuit
Tesla has settled a high-profile lawsuit over its self-driving technology. Coorespondent Jennifer King reports.
Norfolk Southern Settles Lawsuit
Norfolk Southern has agreed to pay $600 million dollars to settle a class action lawsuit for the firey 2023 train derailment in East Palestine Ohio. Correspondent Pamela Furr reports.
Congress Investigating Boeing
Congress is launching a probe to look into the safety of Boeing airplanes. Correspondent Ben Thomas.
President Biden May Miss Ballot Deadline
President Biden could potentially miss the deadline to be on the November ballot in Alabama. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer explains.
18-Year-Old Charged for Alleged Terror Plot
An 18-year-old in Idaho has been charged for allegedly planning a terrorist attack. Correspondent Haya Panjwani has details.
More Aid for Ukraine
The State Department has signed off on sending some emergency aid to Ukraine to help maintain its missile defense systems. Correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
EPA Finalizes New Regulations
The EPA has finalized new regulations targeting toxic cancer-causing chemicals. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.
New Phone Tracking Feature
Thanks to a new Google feature, users will be able to find any device that has bluetooth, even if they're offline. Correspondent Chuck Palm has that story in today's tech news.
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Solar Eclipse Reaction
Millions of people were treated to a rare experience as the moon moved across the sun in Monday’s eclipse. As Jim Roope reports, the total eclipse totally lived up to the hype.
Trump’s Abortion Plan
With abortion a major topic in this presidential election, former President Donald Trump sought to clarify his position but instead drew criticism from both sides of the issue. John Stolnis has more from Washington.
New Student Debt Plan
The Biden Administration is rolling out another plan aimed at eliminating student debt. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
Back-To-Back Championships
March Madness ended on a high note for the University of Connecticut. The Huskies become the first back-to-back champion in 17 years, beating the Purdue Boilermakers 75-60 in the title game.
Business News
A flat day of trading on Wall Street. Here’s CNBC’s Jessica Ettinger with Tuesday business.
Trump Latest Day In Court
An appeals judge has turned down a request from Donald Trump in his hush money case, saying no to any further delay. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports the former president also sued the judge in the case.
DOJ’s GOP Response
The Justice Department is blasting a Republican effort to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt over his handling of the Biden classified documents case. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
In The Path Of Totality
For millions of Americans, yesterday's solar eclipse was one for the ages. Correspondent Clayton Neville is in Dallas, the biggest American city that sat in the path of totality.
The Wrong Eclipse Message
While millions of people across the nation were enjoying the solar festivities, and for some a total block of the sun, police had to deal with a woman who said that God told her to shoot people because of the eclipse. Lisa Dwyer reports.
“Infinite Dignity” Response
Visitors to Vatican City are reacting after the church releases the document “Infinite Dignity” involving gender theory. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports.
Latest In The Middle East
As ceasefire talks led by the United States, Qatar, and Egypt continue, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is escalating his pledge to move the Gaza offensive against Hamas into Rafah. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
Las Vegas Shooting
Two people are dead along with the shooter in Las Vegas inside a law office. Correspondent Pamela Furr has the details.
Removing The Bridge Debris
Salvage crews began removing containers from the deck of a ship which has been trapped in the Patapsco River since it crashed into and collapsed the Francis Scott Key Bridge two weeks ago. As correspondent Haya Panjwani reports, cleanup crews have already removed 250 tons of debris from the vital waterway and hope to get a deep water shipping lane open into the Port of Baltimore by the end of the month.
Midair Terror
There were some terrifying moments for passengers on a Southwest Airlines flight that left Denver. As correspondent Julie Walker reports, the cover of an engine ripped off in flight - the latest Boeing jet to experience a midair mishap.
We’re Paying More
Gas prices just keep rising. Rita Foley tells us why.
Following The Money
A major money laundering trial spanning two hemispheres is getting under way in Panama. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
Tech News
Tesla has entered into a settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit over its self-driving software that was blamed for the death of an Apple engineer. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s tech news.
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Finally
He was a New Orleans favorite who croaked his way to a Number One hit. Correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on the death of musician Clarence "Frogman" Henry.
Country music star Morgan Wallen finds himself in new trouble with the law in Nashville. Kevin Carr has the details.
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Solar Eclipse Today
Americans will be looking to the sky today with protective glasses to view a rare total solar eclipse. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from the path of totality.
Six Months Of War
Six months ago, more than 1200 Israelis were murdered and about 250 people were taken captive when Hamas terrorists invaded Israel and launched a brazen attack. John Stolnis has an update on where things stand, six months after October 7th.
More NJ Aftershocks
Aftershocks were felt all weekend after an earthquake that struck New Jersey was felt in New York City and surrounding states. Pamela Furr reports the quakes have also brought criticism for the emergency response.
Caitlan Clark’s College Career Ends
It’s the end of a brilliant college career for Iowa’s Caitlan Clark, and history for the University of South Carolina.
Business News
Another week of trading begins on Wall Street. Here’s CNBC’s Jessica Ettinger with Monday business.
Trump To Announce His Abortion Plan
Donald Trump said he would put out a statement this morning on abortion following a Florida court ruling that prompted questions about whether he supports the state’s looming ban on the procedure after six weeks of pregnancy.
Update On Bernie Sanders Office Fire
A man is under arrest for allegedly setting a fire at the Vermont office of Senator Bernie Sanders. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.
Preparing For The Solar Eclipse
From Texas to New York and Maine, millions of Americans are hoping that cloud cover doesn’t block today’s solar eclipse. As correspondent Jackie Quinn reports, some states have issued states of emergency due to the influx of eclipse watchers, and from cities like Dallas to small towns across along the path, people are anxiously waiting.
Trump & Biden’s Weekend
It was an eventful weekend on the Presidential campaign front. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the details.
Israel’s People Respond To Gaza War
As we mark the six month passing since the terrorist group Hamas launched a surprise attack on Southern Israel that killed over 12 hundred people and took over 200 hostage, Charles de Ledesma reports that Delaware Senator Chris Coons, speaking on Fox News Sunday, says what the Israeli military is doing is strategic, and we can also not forget about the hostages that Hamas continues to hold and refuses to release.
Investigating The LA Heist
As the investigation into the brazen heist of $30 million dollars in a Los Angeles storage facility continues, questions are being raised as to if the theft has inside connections. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
New Details On Combs Investigation
A lawsuit that names Sean “Diddy” Combs as a co-defendant alleges that his son Christian “King” Combs sexually assaulted a woman working on a yacht chartered by his father. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.
Mass Shooting Lawsuit
He lost his brother during a mass shooting on a California mushroom farm in 2023, and now the surviving brother has filed a lawsuit against the farm’s owner. Correspondent Ed Donahue has details.
Colorado Power Outages
The cleanup continues in Colorado from weekend storms and high winds that blew down electric lines. Authorities with Xcel Energy report more than 150,000 customers lost power including in Denver.
Tech News
Eclipse photos are all the rage, but you'll want to take some precautions today. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s tech news.
Sports – Robert Workman
The Final Four and more.
Finally
Jelly Roll was one of the big winners at the C-M-T Awards. Kevin Carr has the details.
It didn’t go off exactly as planned, but when the drawing was finally held, an Oregon Powerball player is the winner of the $1 point 3 billion dollar jackpot. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.
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U.S. Warning To Israel
Days after Israeli airstrikes killed seven humanitarian aid workers in Gaza, President Biden has given Israel's leader a stark warning. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that future US support for Israel could be at stake unless civilians and aid workers are protected.
Trump Legal Challenges
Former President Donald Trump's legal team suffered a series of setbacks in their multiple legal trials, including in the classified documents case. John Stolnis has details.
Florida Crane Crash
A construction crane without warning fell apart in Florida, crashing down on a Ft. Lauderdale bridge and killing one of the workers. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.
A Kennedy Apology
The campaign of independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Junior is apologizing after it sent out a fundraising email Thursday referring to January 6 defendants as "activists" who have been "stripped of their Constitutional liberties."
Oklahoma Execution
A death row inmate was executed in Oklahoma. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
Business News
A down day for stocks on Wall Street. Here’s CNBC’s Jessica Ettinger with Friday business.
Call Concerns For School Shooter’s Dad
We're learning more about threatening phone calls said to be made by the father of a Michigan school shooter from jail. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
Inmates Can See The Eclipse
It seems like everyone wants to see next Monday’s solar eclipse, but for some, they had to file a lawsuit for that right, and now 6 inmates who sued New York over its prison lockdown order will get to view event after all. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
Latest On Baltimore Bridge Collapse
The US Army Corps of Engineers says they hope to have normal access to the Port of Baltimore restored by the end of May. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports that both large and small businesses that cater to the port are now struggling to stay afloat.
No Candidates For No Labels
The centrist group “No Labels” has dropped its plans to form a third-party presidential 'Unity' ticket for this year’s election. Correspondent Linda Kenyon has the story from Washington.
Wicked Weather
Weather has wreaked havoc in a number of states, from a Nor’easter dumping snow in New England, to flooding in Pittsburgh, and violent storms in parts of the South and Midwest, all of which led to over 12 thousand 500 flights being delayed in the nation over the past two days. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
Bad Atlantic Hurricane Season
It’s never too early to get ready for a bad storm, so you may want to batten down the hatches after hearing this. Experts are predicting an extremely active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.
Court Rules On Indiana Abortion
An Indiana Court has reached a decision on a lawsuit challenging the state’s abortion ban. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
Government Worker Protections
The government’s chief human resources agency issued a new rule on Thursday, making it harder to fire thousands of federal employees by strengthening job protections. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.
ALS Drug Setback
There’s been a setback in a drug for patients with A-L-S. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
AP Womens’s Player Of The Year
You can hand over another trophy to Iowa’s women’s college basketball star Caitlan Clark, and it will match one she currently has. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports.
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The hard rock band Kiss has made a deal to sell their brand and song catalog. The details from entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta.
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Latest On Two Trump Cases
The special prosecutor in the Trump classified document scandal is growing increasingly frustrated with the judge handling the case, offering a sharp rebuke in a legal filing out this week. This as developments in the other Trump trials are happening. John Stolnis has the latest.
Texas Border Law Back In Court
The controversial immigration law in Texas known as SB-4 remains on hold as attorneys for the Lone Star State argues its case to a Federal appeals court. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest.
Latest On The Taiwan Earthquake
The strongest earthquake to hit Taiwan in over 25 years has now left 1,000 injured, and rescue efforts to free and find dozens of trapped people is still underway. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports.
Judge Slams January 6 Defendant
A federal judge on Wednesday blasted a convicted January 6 rioter for downplaying the US Capitol attack during his trial. Ed Donahue reports that the defendant, who called those convicted of crimes during the riot at the Capital “hostages,” will join those in a place he called a “gulag.”
Severe Weather Across America
Up to three feet of snow in New England, sixteen tornadoes touching down in six states, and a deluge of rain and flooding has left tens of thousands of homes without electricity after powerful storms roared through a number of states. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.
Can’t Get A Ticket
The popularity of women’s college basketball has grown this year thanks to the exploits of Iowa’s Caitlan Clark, and that’s now having an impact on ticket sales, as the resale market values for Women's NCAA semifinals tickets are more than twice as much as for men's. Lisa Dwyer reports.
Biden & Netanyahu To Speak
President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are scheduled to speak for the first time since last month. As Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, the U.S. is pushing Israel for a more comprehensive probe of the deadly attack on aid workers in Gaza following a preliminary investigation being conducted by the Israeli Defense Force.
New Questions In The Baltimore Bridge Collapse
As crews have opened up a second temporary channel to allow ships to regain access to the Port of Baltimore, there are serious questions being raised as to whether the construction company whose workers died in Baltimore's bridge collapse took proper safety precautions. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.
Powell On Rate Cuts
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell says although they are planning for multiple interest rate cuts this year, more evidence that inflation is under control is needed before those cuts can begin. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
Latest On FBI Gate Crash
We're learning more about the suspect who is accused of ramming a vehicle into a gate outside the F-B-I office in Atlanta. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest.
New Georgia Election Rules
Lawmakers in Georgia are once again tinkering with state election laws, this time over voter eligibility. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.
Bringing In Cash
In the battle of the campaign coffers, Donald Trump and the Republican Party say they raised more than $65 million dollars in March. Lisa Dwyer reports.
Trump Takes Polling Lead
A Wall Street Journal survey finds the former president with an edge over President Biden in six of the seven key battleground states, but nearly all are within the margin of error.
Teams Could Move
A failed ballot measure in Kansas City has clouded the future of the city’s top two professional sports teams. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh has the story.
Tech News
Communications were down for many in the US and around the world, when three Meta-owned social media apps suddenly stopped working Wednesday afternoon. Filling in for Chuck Palm, here’s Pamela Furr with today’s tech news.
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Latest On Baltimore’s Bridge Collapse
Crews in Baltimore continue to navigate challenges in the aftermath of the Key Bridge collapse, after it was hit by a cargo ship last month. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest.
Trump Hits Biden On Border
Donald Trump visited Michigan and Wisconsin delivering two speeches highlighting what he calls the Biden Border Bloodbath. John Stolnis has a recap from Washington.
Severe Weather Pummels Parts Of The Midwest
A surge of destructive storms lashed multiple states causing damage across the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys on Tuesday, with severe weather impacting millions and spreading over a much wider slice of the country, from the Gulf Coast to the Great Lakes and over to New England. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
Trump Media Lawsuits
There’s trouble in the Trump Media world. Correspondent Norman Hall reports that Donald Trump has filed a countersuit against two Trump Media co-founders, blaming them for what he calls “severe mismanagement,” after they first sued the former president over a month ago over what they said was a “stock grab.”
Business News
A down day for stocks on Wall Street. Here’s CNBC’s Jessica Ettinger with Wednesday business.
Taiwan Earthquake
Taiwan was hit with its strongest earthquake in 25 years. The magnitude 7 point 4 quake rocked the island, collapsing a number of buildings, caused landslides and highway closures, and shut down all rail service.
New Freight Train Rules
Major freight railroads will have to maintain two-person crews on most routes under a new federal rule. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.
Tropicana Shuts Down
It’s the end of an era on the Las Vegas Strip. Correspondent Donna Warder reports that the Tropicana Hotel is closing its doors for good.
Port Of Baltimore Partially Open
The Navy released underwater images of the Francis Scott Key Bridge after it plunged into the river at the mouth of the Baltimore Harbor when a container ship ran into the structure and brought it down. Ed Donahue reports there has been important progress on the cleanup, as a fuel barge became the first vessel to use a temporary channel to enter the Port of Baltimore.
Primary Day
Voters in several American states cast primary ballots yesterday. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that for some voters, it was about more than the Presidential race.
Airstrike Kills Gaza Food Workers
The United States is demanding answers from Israel after the deadly strike on World Central Kitchen workers in Gaza. As Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, the Israeli government is investigating why the location was targeted, with many aid groups now pausing operations over safety concerns.
Oregon’s Drug Plan Ends
Oregon is reversing course, and re-criminalizing small amounts of hard drugs after a 2020 voter initiative changed the law, and led to an increase in crime and drug use. Katie Clark has the story.
Menthol Cigarette Ban
The FDA is facing a lawsuit seeking to force a ban on menthol cigarettes, following delays by the Biden administration. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
Ukrainian Drone Targets Russia
Somehow a Ukrainian drone was able to penetrate Russian airspace for 800 miles before hitting its target – an oil refinery. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports it comes as the Kremlin intensifies the search for those responsible for the March 22 terror attack in Moscow.
Changes At Amazon Fresh
A change is coming for Amazon to its Fresh grocery stores. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.
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