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CNN gets a firsthand view of Iran war tensions onboard a US aircraft carrier. The field to replace Graham Platner in the Maine Senate race is growing. Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse are casting doubt on his longtime assistant’s congressional testimony. Concerns are mounting in several states about a parasite that can cause several weeks of diarrhea. And the beloved musician behind “Total Ecl...

Graham Platner ends his Senate campaign, and Democrats set to pick a new nominee. President Trump warns Iran that attacks will "get much worse.” A probe has started after an ICE office killed a man during a traffic stop.  The President wants the Supreme Court to rehear his birthright citizenship case.  Plus, “The Pitt” and “Hacks” lead the pack in the Primetime Emmy nominations. Learn mo...

The US has launched another round of strikes against Tehran hours after President Donald Trump suggested a ceasefire is over. Trump may be paving the way to help Ukraine obtain Patriot missiles against Russia. A judge rejected Trump’s appeal to delay paying a former magazine columnist. A former Wisconsin judge has avoided prison time for helping an immigrant evade ICE. Plus, a student pilot’s fran...

President Donald Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is over. Embattled Maine Senate candidate, Graham Platner is weighing his next move as pressure mounts for the Democrat to exit a consequential race. Family members and community leaders are demanding answers after a deadly ICE-involved shooting in Houston earlier this week.  A federal judge has ruled in a defam...

The US launches new strikes against Iran. A former girlfriend of Graham Platner alleges violent behavior.  Crews install temporary shoring on an unstable NYC high-rise. Prince Harry loses his privacy case against a UK tabloid publisher.  Plus, a boy's chores for his neighbor grows into friendship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with a 33-story building evacuated in New York City today over fears of collapsing. In an exclusive interview with CNN, Israel’s prime minister weighs in on a potential US sale to Turkey. Support is dwindling for a Democratic nominee’s Senate run in Maine amid rape allegations. We have new developments on the parcel bombing attack in Monaco last week. Plus, how Argentina pulled off a stun...

President Donald Trump arrives at the summit of the alliance he loves to criticize. Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to make the case for more military assistance. Prince Harry and other high-profile figures lose a privacy case against a UK tabloid publisher. SpaceX joins the Nasdaq 100 index – we'll explain what it means for your investments. And a new AI prescription refill program in Utah is concer...

Maine U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner faces a sexual assault allegation. A hearing is underway for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. A nation wide blackout hits Cuba amid US pressure. Team USA has been eliminated from the World Cup after a 4-1 loss to Belgium. Plus, a 9-year-old sets the kids world record for longest plank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

We start with the latest on a stunning red card change for Team USA ahead of tonight’s World Cup match against Belgium. Cuba’s electrical grid suffered a total collapse amid the country’s severe power crisis. We’ll tell you what Russia’s strikes on Ukraine could signal for President Donald Trump’s NATO summit trip. Thousands of jobs at Microsoft are on the chopping block. Plus, the surge in illnes...

President Donald Trump rings the bell on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq to mark the opening of Trump Accounts. Meanwhile, he confirmed that he spoke to FIFA’s president and urged him to review a controversial red card given to one of Team USA’s top players. A preliminary hearing for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk gets underway in Utah. Hamas is dissolving its government in Gaza. A...

There is a World Cup controversy as FIFA lets a team USA star play, despite getting a red card in his last match. A dangerous flash flood threat remans in the northeast throughout tonight.  Huge crowds gather in Tehran for the funeral of the former Iranian Supreme Leader. The FAA is investigating whether fireworks hit a Delta plane. Plus, a  Japanese DJ won't let ALS silence his music. Learn more...

The Supreme Court finished its blockbuster term on Tuesday by striking down President Donald Trump’s executive order that would have limited birthright citizenship. But experts say it was not a total loss for Trump and some Republicans still want to push ahead. We break down the implications and examine how future presidents will also benefit from expanded executive authority thanks to this court....

An acclaimed pianist gathered thousands of people’s thoughts and reflections of what it means to be an American. Hundreds of items are being preserved in a capsule that captures America’s 250 years. A legendary locomotive and a grassroots running community are making coast-to-coast trips with a whistle and a flag you can’t miss. Plus, these towns from CNN’s annual list prove some of America’s best...

Ahead of America’s 250th birthday, CNN tracked down multiple descendants of the original signers of the Declaration of Independence to ask: do you feel like we are living up to their vision? Their answers were as complicated as the country itself. For more: Descendants in a divided America  ---  Guest: Catherine Shoichet, CNN Senior Writer  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Feli...

A record number of Americans hit the road amid a record heat wave. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate $26M before their wedding. A mass funeral begins today, for Iran’s former Supreme Leader. Rescue crews pulled a survivor of the Venezuelan earthquake, out of the rubble, after he had been trapped for more than a week.  Plus, a group from Milwaukee, known as the “Dancing Grannies” are set to perf...

A dangerous heat wave is bringing record-breaking temperatures to parts of the US ahead of July 4th. We have details on the former Olympian who’s facing charges for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. We’ll explain the law enforcement challenges surrounding events celebrating America’s birthday at the nation’s capital. Funeral preparations are underway for a huge farewell to I...

A new jobs report was released today and hiring fell short of economists' expectations. A Financial Times report says an AI giant may give the Trump administration a stake in the company. Russia launched another deadly assault on Ukraine’s capital. Manhattan's district attorney explained why he chose not to retry disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein. Plus, a new CDC report suggests Americans are...

New details emerge on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s expected wedding weekend. Rescuers reach a trapped man after a week under the earthquake rubble. EMS audio shows an emergency response at Senator Mitch McConnell’s home. President Trump takes the inaugural flight on new Air Force One.  A couple has been   arrested after scaling Empire State building. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

We start with the obstacles hampering Venezuela’s search efforts after massive earthquakes last week. We’ll tell you what two people were doing on top of a New York skyscraper. A former CIA director investigated by the DOJ is suing the Trump administration. The breakthrough scientists say could help understand the origins of life. Plus, remembering the lead singer behind the hit “YMCA.” Learn more...

President Donald Trump takes the first flight aboard the new presidential plane gifted by Qatar. Indirect talks between the US and Iran continue in Doha. Another Democratic socialist scores a primary win over an incumbent. College students and parents should pay attention to new student loan regulations that go into effect today. And a Taylor Swift wedding celebration (of some kind) is taking shap...

More than half of US are under heat alerts, with a heat wave set to break records in New York City, Boston and Philadelphia. President Trump pushes Congress on birthright citizenship, after his Supreme Court loss.   Also, the President made billions in his first year back in office.  Medicare will start covering GLP-1 drugs as part of a test program. Plus,  why the internet loves Norwegian Soccer...

We start with key takeaways on major rulings from the Supreme Court’s final day of its term. A Republican lawmaker is back on Capitol Hill after missing from Congress for months. Dangerous fire weather conditions are ramping up in the western US. We’ll tell you about the assassination attempt against a tycoon that’s sparked a large manhunt. Plus, the end of an era for LeBron James and the Los Ange...

The Supreme Court released blockbuster opinions on transgender athletes and birthright citizenship – we'll break down what you need to know. Voters go to the polls in Colorado in next test of the democratic socialist movement. US envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump’s son-in-law ‌Jared Kushner are in Qatar for more talks about Iran. And the British government may intervene in the Paramou...

The Supreme Court is set to issue its final rulings of this term.  NJ Rep. Tom Kean Jr. is expected to return to Congress after a mysterious absence.  Venezuelan hospitals face critical shortages after the earthquake there. Former NFL star Chris Johnson, reveals he has ALS. Plus, bald eaglets take their first flight.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with the latest disaster relief efforts in Venezuela following last week’s devastating earthquakes. There are mixed signals about new talks between the US and Iran. We have details on a suspected incident between a drone and a commercial plane. A judge has scheduled Alex Murdaugh’s second murder trial. Plus, Medicare’s plan to cover drugs for weight loss and who's eligible. Learn more abo...