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The news to know for Thursday, July 3, 2025!  We'll tell you about the verdict in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs case and what's next for the former music mogul.  Also, one of America's top trading partners has made a deal with the Trump administration, and the president's policy bill is facing new roadblocks.  Plus, we're talking about all things holiday travel — like the best times to head out ahead of...

The news to know for Wednesday, July 2, 2025!  We'll tell you how the Senate secured exactly enough votes to pass as many of President Trump's priorities as possible—all at once—and what still needs to happen before the mega-bill becomes law.  Also, what to know about what's being called "Alligator Alcatraz," and the White House's latest warning for undocumented immigrants.  Plus: why federal educ...

The news to know for Tuesday, July 1, 2025! We're talking about a marathon in Congress as President Trump's big budget bill faces some new hurdles.  Also, the end of an era for an agency meant to improve lives around the world—what past presidents are saying about it, and what the Trump administration plans next.  Plus—a big campaign finance case is headed for the Supreme Court, a new kind of flu...

The news to know for Monday, June 30, 2025!  We'll tell you about a late-night debate over what President Trump is calling his "Big Beautiful Bill," what's been added to it, and how it could impact taxes, health care, and more.  Also, we'll recap some of the Supreme Court's most significant decisions—from birthright citizenship to Obamacare and beyond.  Plus: the track of two new tropical storms,...

The recent U.S. airstrike on Iranian soil — a rare and targeted move — has sparked debate about its effectiveness and the risks of deeper military entanglement in the Middle East. Today we break down what led to the strike, what damage was done, and how Iran may respond. We also explore what this moment could mean going forward — from the chances of renewed diplomacy to the possibility of Iran acc...

The news to know for Friday, June 27, 2025!  We'll tell you about rulings coming today for some of the Supreme Court's biggest cases of the year.  Also— Senators were finally briefed on the U.S. attacking Iran.  And there's apparently progress in trade negotiations.  Plus: why gas prices are getting lower, what the new vaccine advisors decided about RSV and flu shots, and which fashion icon is ste...

The News to Know for Thursday, June 26, 2025! What to know about the next round of talks between the U.S. and Iran. Also, why American pediatricians are already clashing with vaccine advisors. And—what to know about Jeff Bezos' lavish wedding and the protests against it. Plus: We're looking back on 10 years of marriage equality, explaining what's behind the stock market's latest turnaround, and sh...

The news to know for Wednesday, June 25th, 2025!  We have the latest on the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran — and how much damage the U.S. strikes may have really done to Iran's nuclear program. Also, how results from one local election could reflect the future of the Democratic Party.  Plus: we're talking about a new hope that Type 1 diabetes could one day be cured, a ruling over AI cop...

The news to know for Tuesday, June 24, 2025! We're talking about Iran firing back at the U.S. and how, so far, Americans have been able to fend off any real damage. And there is word of a potential deal that could bring some calm to the Middle East.  Also, we'll tell you what the Supreme Court decided about immigrants being deported to countries far from home.  Plus: the heatwave is testing Americ...

The news to know for Monday, June 23rd, 2025! We'll tell you about the U.S. attacks on Iran: why President Trump ordered the strike, and how Iran might retaliate. Also, we discuss the heatwave affecting more than 150 million Americans. Plus: what could become a new side-hustle for Tesla owners, how many new millionaires are minted every day in the United States, and who just won their first-ever N...

Nuclear power: is it the future of clean energy—or a disaster waiting to happen? With new efforts to roll back regulations and build more plants, nuclear power is back in the spotlight. Some say it's the best shot we've got at cutting carbon emissions. Others warn the risks are just too big—from meltdowns and waste to security threats. Today, we're breaking down both sides of the debate—what nucle...

The news to know for Friday, June 20th 2025!  We'll tell you about President Trump's new deadline to decide whether to attack Iran. Also, we're talking about damage from a hurricane in Mexico ahead of another dangerous weather threat expected to affect most Americans this weekend. Plus, who President Trump is calling one of the dumbest people in government, what to know about a recall of a kids' m...

The news to know for Thursday, June 19, 2025! Today, we discuss the possibility of an American attack on Iran as President Trump weighs his options.  Also, we will talk about the Supreme Court's ruling on an especially contentious issue: transgender care for minors. And the White House has sent more troops to Los Angeles. Plus, a major hurricane threatens tourists in Mexico, as a heatwave continue...

The news to know for Wednesday, June 18, 2025! We have the latest on the growing conflict in the Middle East, as President Trump threatens Iran's supreme leader and the White House weighs its options. Also, we're talking about tense moments as another politician is detained by federal immigration agents, and we'll tell you why members of Congress are now getting more protections. Plus, a new study...

The news to know for Tuesday, June 17, 2025! We'll update you on what's become the worst-ever conflict between Israel and Iran and how the U.S. is responding overseas. Also, new details from the attack against Minnesota state lawmakers are coming out in what prosecutors are calling "the stuff of nightmares." Plus, there's a revolt in Europe over summer tourism; the new Trump Mobile phones are comi...

The news to know for Monday, June 16, 2025! We're telling you about the fourth straight day of fighting between Israel and Iran and how the U.S. plans to de-escalate the situation. And President Trump's big military parade in Washington, D.C. was overshadowed by nationwide mass protests and some tragic political violence.  Plus, severe storms got in the way of big events, prices for popular attrac...

A massive military parade is happening in the nation's capital today to mark the Army's 250th anniversary — but it's not without controversy. From the timing and cost to the political context, we're unpacking what this spectacle might really signal. Today's expert helps us explore the deeper meaning, historical comparisons, and how Americans might think about the military's role in a democracy.  ...

The news to know for Friday, June 13, 2025! We're talking about Israel's attack on Iran and fears it could explode into a full-blown regional war. Also, one person walked away from a deadly passenger plane crash. And America's divisions are about to be on display with a huge celebration being planned the same day as nationwide protests.  Plus, we'll tell you how much the "big beautiful bill" is ex...

The news to know for Thursday, June 12, 2025! We're still following the latest developments from immigration raids and protests around the United States, as both are ramping up. Also, we'll cover America's latest drawdown in the Middle East and details of a new trade deal between the world's two largest economies.  Plus, we're talking about renovations underway at the White House, tributes to a mu...

The news to know for Wednesday, June 11, 2025! We're talking about what both President Trump and California's governor are saying about the unrest in Los Angeles as immigration raids and backlash spread around the country. Also, we'll tell you why army bases are being renamed again and how the nation's capital is preparing for a massive military parade this weekend.  Plus, which states are dealing...

The news to know for Tuesday, June 10, 2025! We're talking about how immigration officials are stepping up enforcement, even in the face of backlash. Also, what a suspect has told investigators about his flamethrower attack in Colorado this week. Plus, where tourists had to run from a volcanic eruption, what's included in a first-of-its-kind reparations package, and why one of the biggest names in...

The news to know for Monday, June 9, 2025! We'll tell you about the escalating clashes in Los Angeles, as President Trump, in a rare move, deploys National Guard troops without the governor's request. Also, a man once wrongfully deported is back in the U.S., but now facing serious new charges. Plus, an egg recall you'll want to check your fridge for, a historic deal ushers in a new era of college...

Alcohol is still big business in America—but the numbers are shifting. From wine to beer to spirits, sales are dropping across the board, and it's not just Gen Z driving the change. Today, you'll hear some surprising data on drinking habits and the rise of non-alcoholic options, and then you'll hear a personal take on what it's really like to give up alcohol. Whether you're wine-loyal or booze-fre...

The news to know for Friday, June 6, 2025! What happened between President Trump and Elon Musk? Their former alliance has now turned into a full-blown, public feud, with political power and billions of dollars at stake. Also, three new unanimous Supreme Court rulings to tell you about, including one that's expected to open the door to more reverse discrimination lawsuits. Plus, Amazon is training...

The news to know for Thursday, June 5, 2025! We have a nonpartisan analysis of President Trump's "big beautiful bill" that could impact its future in the Senate.  Also, we'll tell you who's included in Trump's new travel ban and how Republicans are investigating the inner workings of the Biden administration. Plus, we're talking about a new warning over ground beef, a 40-year search for a famous m...