It's been two years since the Supreme Court ruling that changed abortion rights across the country. Israel's prime minister says the war is entering a new phase, and some are worried it will expand into Lebanon. Parts of the Midwest are dealing with deadly flooding. Two astronauts are still stranded on the International Space Station after NASA and Boeing delayed their return again. And, after 10 days lost in the mountains, a California hiker has been rescued. Learn more about your ad choices. V...
Jun 24, 2024•7 min
People in the Upper Midwest are dealing with catastrophic flooding, while the record breaking heat moves West. More than 1,300 people were killed at this year's Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, mostly because of extreme heat. Israel's prime minister has signaled the war against Hamas is going to get less intense and move towards the border with Lebanon. At least 19 people have been killed in two attacks on a church and a synagogue in Russia. Plus, today marks two years since the Supreme Court ov...
Jun 24, 2024•7 min
As extreme heat blankets large parts of the US, a war is looming between the US and Mexico over water. Under an 80-year-old treaty, both sides are expected to share resources from key rivers. However, extreme drought conditions have put Mexico well behind in delivering its share. In this episode, we examine how the shortfall is impacting American farmers and look at what can be done to factor climate change into future agreements. Guest: Laura Paddison, CNN Senior Climate Writer Learn more about...
Jun 23, 2024•15 min
A 5-year-old superhero fan born without a left hand now has a bionic arm that looks like Iron Man’s. “Grandmother of Juneteenth” Opal Lee moved into her new house on the lot of her childhood home she had to flee over 80 years ago. A wildlife photographer snapped the first photo of a newborn white bison calf that fulfills a hopeful Lakota prophecy. A potentially habitable planet the size of Earth has been discovered. Plus, the world’s largest 3D printer is building homes made from wood fiber in M...
Jun 22, 2024•12 min
The Supreme Court has upheld a law barring domestic abusers from owning guns—an abuse survivor shares her reaction. The UN Secretary General describes a chaotic situation in Gaza that’s preventing them from distributing aid. Heatwaves are slowing down small businesses. One of the Americans charged with having ammunition in Turks and Caicos is expected to go home. Plus, two beluga whales were rescued from Ukraine—we'll tell you how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...
Jun 21, 2024•7 min
In a win for gun-control groups, the Supreme Court has upheld a federal law that bars guns for domestic abusers. Extreme heat can have extreme consequences for the human body – we'll explain. A New York judge has dismissed trespassing cases against some of those arrested during a pro-Palestinian protest at Columbia University. US home prices have hit an all-time high. Plus, soccer’s Copa America is underway, and could be one key player’s last major international tournament. Learn more about your...
Jun 21, 2024•7 min
Authorities in New Mexico say they're preparing for more fatalities after at least two people were killed by a pair of wildfires. It's feared that more than 1,000 people could have died from the heat while making the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The Supreme Court has upheld a federal law banning domestic abusers from owning guns. Israel's prime minister says US military aid for his country is "barely a trickle." Plus, an American swimmer got engaged just minutes after qualifying for t...
Jun 21, 2024•6 min
The FBI has joined an investigation into what started deadly wildfires near a village in New Mexico, as the area also deals with flash flooding. Heat is scorching the US and has killed hundreds of people during the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. Ukraine has launched a "mass drone strike" inside Russia and Crimea. A new study found links between genetic codes and obesity. Plus, a WBNA rookie made league history last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 21, 2024•6 min
The long lasting heatwave is still scorching parts of the Midwest and Northeast, as New York could see seven days above 90 degrees. Former President Donald Trump raised more campaign money than President Joe Biden last month. There appears to be some cracks between the Israeli military and the Israeli government. New York is clamping down on social media algorithms aimed at kids. Plus, the FAA is investigating why a flight dropped to just 525 feet over a town in Oklahoma. Learn more about your a...
Jun 21, 2024•7 min
On top of record-setting temperatures, the Midwest and Northeast face unsafe air quality. US officials have serious concerns that Iran-backed Hezbollah could overwhelm Israel’s Iron Dome air defense system. Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped up his visit to Vietnam and had more to say about Moscow’s strategic partnership with North Korea. Toyota recalls some of its SUVs over an airbag issue. And, veteran actor Donald Sutherland has died at 88. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...
Jun 20, 2024•7 min
The season’s first named tropical storm is fizzling out, but heat waves and fires continue nationwide. The Supreme Court has begun issuing rulings today as its term comes to a close. The head of the Rafah municipality in Gaza says the city is now “disaster-struck.” Two Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists at The Washington Post are calling for a leadership change at the newspaper. And, it’s the longest day of the year – happy solstice! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...
Jun 20, 2024•7 min
Tropical Storm Alberto has made landfall in Mexico and it's already had a deadly impact. Despite climate change fueling extreme weather, 2023 was a record year for fossil fuel emissions. Travis Scott has been arrested in Miami. Ukraine has moved to the top of the list to get critical air defense systems from the US. Plus, one of the greatest baseball players of all time is being honored tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 20, 2024•6 min
We'll hear from reporters following President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump as they prepare for next week's debate. Extreme weather continues to plague the US. Boeing is having another bad week as news of another safety alert surfaces. Some crew from the Dali cargo ship could start to return home, 12 weeks after it crashed into a bridge in Baltimore. Plus, the trial has started for a US-Russian citizen accused of treason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...
Jun 20, 2024•7 min
Tropical Storm Alberto is set to make landfall in Mexico today, while deadly wildfires and extreme heat impact parts of the US. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are set to make history in next week's CNN debate. Every state funded school in Louisiana will now have to display the 10 commandments in classrooms. Two astronauts are waiting to come home from the International Space Station because of problems with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. Plus, protestors have spray painted...
Jun 20, 2024•6 min
Storm surge from Tropical Storm Alberto is hammering parts of the Gulf Coast. A US Army soldier has been sentenced to a Russian penal colony. Louisiana public schools are now required to display the Ten Commandments in all classrooms. We now know the cause of a 911 outage in Massachusetts on Tuesday. Plus, we’ll tell you where the latest monolith has been spotted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 19, 2024•5 min
A dangerous heat wave is scorching parts of the Midwest and Northeast, breaking dozens of records this week. The Biden administration is pushing back against the Israeli prime minister’s comments about the US withholding weapons to the country. Families that lost loved ones in two Boeing crashes are calling for a steep fine and criminal charges. The US approved a new arms sale to Taiwan – we’ll tell you what’s included. And, the MLB will pay tribute to baseball legend Willie Mays in a special ga...
Jun 19, 2024•7 min
The first tropical storm of the hurricane season has formed in the Gulf of Mexico. Taxpayer money is being sent to private schools in Arizona, causing some public schools to shut down. Israel is warning about an "all out" war with Hezbollah in Lebanon. We're now getting a steady stream of data from the farthest spacecraft from Earth. Plus, the 97-year-old "Grandmother of Juneteenth" has walked 2.5 miles for freedom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 19, 2024•7 min
Deadly wildfires in New Mexico and California are destroying homes, as firefighters struggle to get control of the flames. The record breaking heat in the US and across the world could be a sign of things to come. Russia and North Korea have signed a new treaty. Tensions are rising between the US and Israel's prime minister over weapons shipments. Plus, gamers are finally getting a chance to play Zelda herself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 19, 2024•7 min
Americans are dealing with extreme heat, wildfires and a tropical storm threat. The US is facing criticism over Ukraine's NATO hopes, as Russia's president continues his trip to North Korea. CNN is marking Juneteenth with a special event tonight. The nation’s second-largest school district is banning students from using cell phones during the school day. And, the San Francisco Giants say baseball legend Willie Mays has died at the age of 93. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...
Jun 19, 2024•7 min
President Joe Biden announced new actions to protect certain undocumented immigrants from being deported. Boeing’s CEO apologized for the company’s recent safety failures as he came under fire at a Senate hearing today. Russian President Vladimir Putin has landed in North Korea for a rare visit. Massachusetts has resolved a statewide 911 outage. Plus, a chipmaking company edged past two tech giants for a coveted top spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 18, 2024•6 min
A record-breaking heat wave will send temperatures soaring for days as wildfires spread across parts of the West. Two top Democrats signed off on a major military package for Israel. A gunman who killed five people at a Colorado LGBTQ+ nightclub in 2022 will be sentenced today. New York’s highest court declined to hear former President Donald Trump’s gag order challenge in the hush money case. And, we’ll tell you why a key pet insurance provider says it’s dropping thousands of policies. Learn mo...
Jun 18, 2024•7 min
President Joe Biden is unveiling a new program that will protect some undocumented migrants from being deported. Wildfires are growing in California and New Mexico. A whistleblower claims Boeing hid questionable parts from regulators. LA's school board is voting on whether to ban phones. Plus, we'll tell you why Justin Timberlake has been arrested. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 18, 2024•6 min
The Biden administration is introducing a sweeping program to protect some undocumented migrants from deportation. Extreme heat, wildfires and a tropical storm are all forecast for the US this week. A new whistleblower claims Boeing used broken parts in its planes and tried to hide it from regulators. Thailand will soon become the first Southeast Asian nation to legalize same-sex marriage. Plus, country music star George Strait has beaten a record set by the Grateful Dead. Learn more about your ...
Jun 18, 2024•6 min
Half of the US population is dealing with stifling extreme heat this week. Meanwhile, wildfires have forced thousands of people to flee their homes in California and New Mexico. The Biden Administration is expected to announce its biggest ever immigration relief program. Russia's president is traveling to North Korea today for a rare visit - we'll tell you why. Plus, the Boston Celtics win a record 18th NBA title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 18, 2024•7 min
We start with two potential tropical threats of the hurricane season this week. NATO’s chief says a number of allies are hitting their defense spending targets. We have details on a meeting between House Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Donald Trump today. A man allegedly involved in the prison death of a notorious gangster has pleaded guilty to falsifying statements. And, the Biden administration’s new protections for LGBTQ+ students have been blocked in six more states. Learn more abo...
Jun 17, 2024•7 min
A UN agency says 1.3 million Palestinians in Rafah have been displaced to other parts of Gaza within six weeks. A missing American tourist has been found dead in Greece amid hot temperatures. There’s fallout from a controversial law in Florida that bars Chinese citizens from buying property. A deadly bacterial infection in Japan has reached record levels. And, scientists appear to be closer to finding an answer to the mystery of dark matter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...
Jun 17, 2024•6 min
Israel's military says it has introduced a daily tactical pause in military activity in southern Gaza. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have been taking shots at each other ahead of next week's debate. The IRS has a new plan to crack down on wealthy tax cheats. Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit North Korea for the first time in more than two decades. Plus, we'll tell you which state is pardoning 175,000 marijuana convictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Jun 17, 2024•7 min
The Midwest and Northeast are expecting record high temperatures, as a wildfire burns through Los Angeles County. Israel's prime minister has disbanded the country's cross party war cabinet after a key resignation and pressure from the far-right. Tensions are rising over water at the US-Mexico border. The trial for Evan Gershkovich, the American journalist detained in Russia, will be held behind closed doors. Plus, the Surgeon General is calling for warning labels on social media. Learn more abo...
Jun 17, 2024•7 min
The Midwest and Northeast are bracing for some record breaking heat this week. There were at least 14 mass shootings in the US over the weekend, including one at a busy splash pad. Israel's prime minister has disbanded the country's war cabinet. There was mixed success at a peace summit for Ukraine this weekend. Plus, the big winners of last night's Tony awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 17, 2024•7 min
Five years after the fall of the self-declared caliphate, tens of thousands of ISIS followers and their families are being held in dozens of detention facilities in Syria that human rights groups describe as a ‘legal black hole.’ In this episode, CNN gets unprecedented access to some of these facilities and hears from mothers and children facing dire conditions and uncertain futures. Guest: Clarissa Ward, CNN Chief International Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...
Jun 16, 2024•20 min
