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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates every weekday morning, midday and evening. Plus, 5 Good Things and One Thing on the weekends.

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Jul 11, 2026

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Ceasefire Details, NYC Attack Plot, Wisconsin Election Results and more 08.04.2026

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is framing the ceasefire with Iran as a military success. Meanwhile, Israel continues striking Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. CNN has obtained dashcam video of an ICE shooting in California. Officials say they’ve uncovered the motive behind in an ISIS inspired attack in New York City. Plus, Wisconsin's new Supreme Court Justice won by a landslide. Learn more about...

Trump Agrees to Ceasefire, Artemis Call, GOP Wins in GA and more 08.04.2026

President Trump agrees to a two-week ceasefire with Iran.  Artemis II astronauts make long-distance call to the ISS.  Republican Clay Fuller wins a Georgia special election.  A motorcycle crashes in Texas and narrowly misses hitting kids.  Plus, Rory McIlroy curates a three course meal for Masters Champions dinner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iran Talks ‘heated,’ CA ICE-involved Shooting, AI Job Loss Impact and more 07.04.2026

We start with Iran’s response to President Donald Trump’s threats to reopen a vital shipping lane as a deadline looms. We have details on a shooting involving ICE agents during a traffic stop. We have an update on a US soldier’s wife fighting deportation. A recovery mission is underway for an American woman missing at sea. Plus, what economists are saying about AI’s potential long-term impacts. Le...

'A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight', Wisconsin’s Supreme Court Election, OpenAI Scrutiny and more 07.04.2026

President Donald Trump is escalating his rhetoric towards Iran ahead of key deadline. Vice President JD Vance is in Hungary to strengthen ties - and stump for a strongman. A high stakes race for the future of  Wisconsin’s Supreme Court is underway. A major UK music festival is cancelled after it booked Kanye West as a headliner. Plus, Sam Altman is facing new accusations detailed in a major invest...

Trump's Iran Warning, Artemis II Record, Michigan Wins and more 07.04.2026

President Trump warns Iran could be “taken out in one night.”  Artemis II sets distance record. Voters in Georgia head to the polls today, to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene’s vacated House seat.  Michigan beats UConn for their first men’s national title since 1989.  Plus, a 6-year-old raises funds for kids with cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump's Deadline Looms, Historic Moon Flyby, Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Replacement and more 06.04.2026

President Donald Trump issued new threats on Iran as he doubled down on a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. NASA’s moon mission achieved a major milestone as a lunar flyback is underway. We’ll explain why states are extending the immunization window for RSV. Extreme drought conditions in one state are having a unique impact on the landscape. Plus, the show taking over Stephen Colbert’s late...

Ceasefire Doubts, Jamie Dimon’s Warning, Kanye Backlash and more 06.04.2026

A potential ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran war is under review as President Trump prepares to give an update this afternoon. JP Morgan’s CEO is warning of possible economic fallout from the conflict. Trump’s pick for California governor could shake up the race. Kanye West faces sponsor backlash ahead of a festival appearance. Plus, Savannah Guthrie has officially returned to host NBC’s “Today Sho...

U.S. Airman Rescued, Trump's Deadline, New Moon View and more 06.04.2026

U.S. successfully rescues a downed Airman in Iran.  President Trump sets a Tuesday deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.  Artemis II captures unseen lunar view. UCLA wins its first NCAA Women’s  Basketball championship. Plus, a North Dakota man marks 60 years on the job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One Thing: ‘This Lost a Lot of People’: RFK Jr.’s Broken Pesticide Promise 05.04.2026

Amid a stalled Surgeon General nomination, a federal court ruling striking down vaccine overhauls (at least for now), and anger from ‘Make America Healthy Again’ activists, some are wondering whether Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has lost his grip on the movement that helped propel President Donald Trump back to the White House. We hear from one activist outraged by an...

5 Good Things: The 8-Year-Old Behind Artemis II’s Moon Mascot 04.04.2026

She once worked at this hospital as a janitor – now she’s returning for her residency. The Artemis II mission is historic – hear how an 8-year-old became a part of it. Scientists are seeing a phenomenon for the first time in the wild, and it’s offering new clues about how species can adapt to climate change. A major study examines the role spirituality and religion play in addiction recovery. And ...

Search for US Service Member, SCOTUS Justice’s Hospital Visit, Artemis II Pictures and more 03.04.2026

The US rescued a crew member from a fighter jet shot down over Iran as search efforts are underway for a second service member. We’ll break down what’s on the White House budget wish list to Congress. We have details on a Supreme Court justice’s previously undisclosed health incident first reported by CNN. We’re getting a glimpse of the first spectacular pictures taken on NASA’s historic moon miss...

US Fighter Jet Shot Down, Strong Jobs Report, AI Security Fears and more 03.04.2026

Search and rescue efforts are underway after a US fighter jet was downed over Iran, while the Trump administration pushes for a major increase military spending. A labor report shows the strongest job growth numbers in years. New CNN polling numbers breaks down how voters – especially those frustrated with both parties – are feeling ahead of the midterms.  Federal authorities have made arrests in...

Attorney General Fired, Astronauts Speak, Tiger's Arrest and more 03.04.2026

President Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi.  Sources say that Iran still has half its missile launchers. The Artemis II crew is officially on their journey to the moon. Police in Florida have released the bodycam video of Tiger Wood’s DUI arrest.  Plus, The world’s oldest tortoise has been caught up in a bizarre scam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pam Bondi Fired, Trump’s Ballroom Approved, World Cup Price Hike and more 02.04.2026

We start with the latest shakeup within the Trump administration. We’ll explain how much the war with Iran is driving up costs for homebuyers and Amazon sellers. An immigration judge has ruled on a man who faced deportation after an overturned murder conviction. Trump’s controversial White House ballroom project cleared a hurdle, but its future is unclear. Plus, growing backlash over World Cup tic...

Strait of Hormuz Summit, Artemis II Mission Update, New Covid Variant and more 02.04.2026

European leaders are meeting virtually to weigh options for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The Senate has unanimously passed a bill to partially reopen the Department of Homeland Security, but it's unclear if the House will vote on it. Florida authorities have released video of Tiger Woods’ latest arrest. Artemis II astronauts are assessing whether they’re on track to make it to the moon. Plus, w...

Iran War Timeline, Historic Launch, Birthright Citizenship and more 02.04.2026

President Trump vows to hit Iran “extremely hard” for the next two to three weeks.  Artemis II Astronauts begin a 10-day mission around the moon. The Supreme Court appeared skeptical of the arguments in the birthright citizenship case.  “Bob’s Burgers” actor rescued from a fiery crash in New Hampshire. Plus, an 99-year old women gets “hunky firefighter” birthday wish. Learn more about your ad choi...

Moon Mission Countdown, Trump’s Primetime Speech, New Weight Loss Drug and more 01.04.2026

Today, four astronauts are preparing for liftoff in a historic and risky lunar venture. President Donald Trump’s first national speech on the war with Iran is coming up – we'll break down some key talking points. The Supreme Court seems skeptical about Trump’s effort to end automatic birthright citizenship. A judge gave a new timeline for Luigi Mangione’s federal trial. Plus, a second GLP-1 drug f...

SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Case, Iran Ceasefire Uncertainty, Kidnapped Journalist and more 01.04.2026

The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on the Trump administration’s effort to curb birthright citizenship. President Donald Trump says he wants to end the war with Iran, as Gulf allies voice concern about the path forward. A new report shows Americans are still spending despite ongoing economic pessimism. An American journalist in Iraq has been kidnapped. Plus, all systems appear to be a go for t...

Artemis II Launch, Judge Blocks Ballroom, Tiger Woods Plea and more 01.04.2026

President Trump will address the nation tonight about the war with Iran.  Artemis II moon mission is set for launch at 6:24pm, ET.  A federal judge rules the White House ballroom construction “has to stop!”  Tiger Woods to seek treatment after pleading not guilty to a DUI. Plus, love gets a Powerpoint makeover at “Date My Mate” events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

Stocks Rebound, NPR & PBS Ruling, Tiger Woods Enters Plea and more 31.03.2026

Hopes for an end to the Iran war are being felt on Wall Street. We’ll tell you how a federal judge ruled in a legal fight to defund two major networks. We have new developments on Tiger Woods’ DUI case in Florida. There’s new research around a dangerous class of chemicals linked to premature births and infant deaths. Plus, Trump’s controversial White House ballroom project faces a legal hurdle. Le...

SCOTUS Conversion Therapy Opinion, New Tiger Woods Crash Details, Gas Price Hike and more 31.03.2026

The Supreme Court released a major opinion about Colorado’s ban “conversion therapy” for gay and transgender youth. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth warns adversaries may be helping Iran track US assets. US gas prices have climbed above $4 per gallon for the first time in four years. Another European country has blocked the US from using its military bases to participate in the war in the Middle...

Castro's Influencer Grandson, Airport Named for Trump, Heat Islands and more 31.03.2026

Heavy bombardment in Iran continue as talks remain in limbo. Fidel Castro’s grandson talks to CNN about Cuba’s energy crisis. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs a bill to rename Palm Beach Airport after President Trump.  A study shows extreme rise in temperatures near AI data centers. Plus, Celine Dion announces a return to the stage with 10 Paris shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

MI Synagogue Attack Update, “Heat Islands,” Chocolate Heist and more 30.03.2026

We start with mixed messages on indirect US-Iran negotiations as oil prices continue to rise. The FBI released new details on a car-ramming attack at a synagogue in Michigan earlier this month. New research shows AI data centers could be making life hotter for millions of people. Doctors are taking a closer look at a long-time medical approach for patients surviving a heart attack. Plus, how 12 to...

Trump Threatens Iran, Israeli Battalion Attacks CNN Crew, Corn Tortilla Change and more 30.03.2026

President Donald Trump is escalating threats against Iran, warning strikes if a deal to end the war isn’t reached. Airport waiting times are finally easing, as TSA workers start to get paid again. A Russian oil tanker has reached Cuba, despite a US fuel blockade. An Israeli battalion has been suspended after detaining CNN journalists in the West Bank. Plus, a new California law now requires a key...

Final Four Set, TSA Backpay, AI Leads to Wrongful Arrest and more 30.03.2026

President Trump claims Iran has agreed to “most” of the 15-point plan to end the war. TSA agents could get backpay as soon as today. An AI facial recognition error lead to the arrest of a Tennessee woman. Michigan becomes the first team ever, to win its first four games of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, by double digits.  Plus, Japan’s growing sport of competitive office chair racing. Learn...

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