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CNN 5 Things

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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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Episodes

Gazans mourn journalists, Tropical Storm Erin, almost-toxic-free coffee & more

Funerals are being held for Al Jazeera journalists killed in an Israeli strike on Gaza. CNN fact checks President Donald Trump’s claims on crime in the nation’s capital. Two leading AI chip companies struck a deal that could benefit the US. We’re tracking what could be the first hurricane of the Atlantic season. Plus, how safe is your morning coffee? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 11, 20257 min

DC under federal control, Trump-Putin summit, marijuana classification & more

President Donald Trump has announced his plan to address crime in the nation's capital. A judge has ruled on the unsealing of evidence related to Jeffrey Epstein’s accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell. US officials are racing to finalize details on a meeting between Trump and Russia’s leader. Trump is considering a change to federal marijuana policy. Plus, AOL is hanging up on dial-up connection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 11, 20256 min

Trump’s DC takeover, China chip negotiations, NASCAR celebration backfires & more

The UN has condemned the killing of Palestinian journalists by Israeli airstrikes. We reveal how President Donald Trump plans to curb crime in the nation’s capital. Computer chips are proving to be a sticking point in trade negotiations between the US and China. Wildfires in Colorado have led to a prison evacuation. Plus, we explain how the celebrations of a NASCAR driver took a turn for the worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 11, 20257 min

Journalists killed in Gaza, Midwest flooding, Newsom v. Trump & more

An Israeli airstrike in Gaza has killed four journalists from a major news network. Millions are under flood alerts in the Midwest. New details have emerged about the shooter responsible for the attack on CDC offices in Atlanta. Ukraine's president may be involved in the meeting between President Donald Trump and Russia's leader later this week. Plus, a legal battle is set to unfold between Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsom today. (edited) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

Aug 11, 20257 min

One Thing: How Vaccine Opt-Outs Could Put Classrooms at Risk

Amidst a growing measles outbreak and record vaccine opt-outs among U.S. kindergartners, this episode explores the challenges faced by public health officials. Dallas County Health Director Dr. Philip Huang discusses how new state laws are easing vaccine exemptions and how federal funding cuts under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are hampering efforts to combat vaccine hesitancy and misinformation, raising concerns about future outbreaks.

Aug 10, 202519 min

5 Good Things: History at Home Plate: the MLB’s First Female Umpire

Discover how diverse initiatives are making a positive impact. Hear about Chicago's Scream Club for stress relief, the historic debut of MLB's first female umpire, and a chef's groundbreaking zero-plastic restaurant. The episode also features an innovative library-led citywide scavenger hunt and an intergenerational summer camp fostering unique connections and skill-sharing.

Aug 09, 202513 min

Trump-Putin meeting, big 401(k) changes, Apollo 13 astronaut death & more

We begin with new details on President Donald Trump’s meeting with his Russian counterpart. The families of hostages held in Gaza continue to protest Israel’s takeover plans. Trump’s IRS commissioner is taking on a new role. The weather may be worsening wildfire conditions in parts of California. We’ll break down new 401(k) investment options that could be coming your way. Plus, a legendary NASA astronaut has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 08, 20257 min

DOJ probes NY AG, no TX quorum, university's funding fight & more

The Justice Department is investigating President Donald Trump’s long-time adversary. We have the latest on the standoff between Texas House Democrats and Republicans over redistricting. A lower court judge was dealt a significant setback in a high-stakes immigration case against two Trump officials. One of Israel’s staunchest allies took a major stand against its decision to expand the war in Gaza. And, a university in the US is facing a billion-dollar hurdle. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

Aug 08, 20257 min

Gaza plan pushback, grocery price stress, Superman joins ICE & more

Palestinians in Gaza City say they’ll refuse Israeli orders to leave, calling takeover plans “pointless.” Americans are changing their shopping habits because of rising grocery prices. Experts warn that federal funding cuts to mRNA vaccines will leave the US vulnerable. A former superhero actor is joining ICE. Plus, patience has run out for this “totally unacceptable” WNBA trend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 08, 20257 min

Global outcry over Gaza plan, TX redistricting stand-off, poisoned pasta & more.

International leaders have criticized Israel’s plan to control more of Gaza. The redistricting showdown between Texas lawmakers has hit fever pitch. We’ll tell you why the Pentagon wants to redirect weapons meant for Ukraine back to the US. Dangerous heat is fuelling wildfires in parts of the US. Plus, Australia’s mushroom murderer also allegedly tried to serve other poisoned dishes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 08, 20257 min

Gaza war expansion, Russia sanctions deadline, PA shooting & more

Israel’s security cabinet has approved a plan to take over more of Gaza. President Donald Trump’s deadline for Russia to end its war in Ukraine has passed, but there’s uncertainty over his next move. A new wildfire in California has forced thousands to fleer their homes. Trump is threatening to deploy National Guard troops in another city. And, two state troopers were “ambushed” following a shooting in Pennsylvania (edited) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 08, 20257 min

Higher tariff rates, ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ construction, ChatGPT upgrade & more

Americans are bracing for even higher prices on some goods. A judge hit pause on new construction at an immigration detention center. We’ll tell you what health experts say makes up most of the American diet. Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband has died. Plus, ChatGPT is getting smarter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 07, 20257 min

Gaza takeover talks, markets weigh tariffs, FBI joins TX GOP & more

Israel's security cabinet is meeting to decide whether the country will fully reoccupy Gaza. Stocks are under pressure as investors assess President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs. A Republican senator is bringing the FBI into Texas’ redistricting fight. We’ll break down how the Trump administration is shaking up climate science. Plus, six soldiers are being recognized for their heroic actions during a shooting on a Georgia military base. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...

Aug 07, 20257 min

Ft. Stewart soldiers honored, Trump’s new census, Alzheimer’s remedy & more

We reveal how the government plans to spend the extra revenue generated from tariffs. Soldiers at Fort Stewart military base in Georgia have been honored for disarming a shooter yesterday. President Donald Trump has ordered work on a new census, excluding a certain group of people. We have an update on the wildfire raging in the south of France. Plus, an old medication may combat the effects of Alzheimer’s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 07, 20257 min

Price rises, Colorado wildfires, Indiana redistricting & more

We start with the details behind President Donald Trump’s meeting with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. We’ll tell you what everyday goods could be impacted by Trump’s latest wave of tariffs. Wildfires in Colorado are growing, sparking evacuations. The White House is targeting another state for redistricting. Plus, we pay tribute to a Latin jazz legend, who died yesterday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 07, 20256 min

Global tariffs begin, Trump-Putin meeting, JD Vance’s Epstein dinner & more

President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs are now in effect. The Kremlin says preparations are underway for a meeting between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. We have more information on the suspected shooter at the Fort Stewart military base. A planned dinner for Trump officials to discuss the Jeffrey Epstein fallout seems to have moved. Plus, this country’s population continues to shrink. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 07, 20257 min

Fort Stewart shooter identified, Apple’s investment, France’s biggest wildfire & more

We begin with the latest on the suspect who opened fire at the US Army’s Fort Stewart base in Georgia today. We have details on a tech giant’s second major investment in the US. President Donald Trump is growing impatient with Russia’s resistance to his peace efforts with Ukraine. UCLA reveals how much federal research funding it’s at risk of losing over Trump’s antisemitism investigation. Plus, how climate change is exacerbating wildfire conditions in France. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Aug 06, 20257 min

Fort Stewart shooting, India tariffs, ‘The Walking Dead’ actress dies & more

We begin with a mass shooting on a military base in Georgia. President Donald Trump escalated his tariff battle with one of America’s most important trading partners. We’ll tell you about a deadly helicopter crash in Ghana. A retailer beloved by pre-tweens has filed for bankruptcy - again. Plus, an actress best known for her role on “The Walking Dead” has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 06, 20256 min

US-Russia meeting, record tariff revenue, sex toy disruption & more

Russia’s president met with a US official today, while the White House threatens to punish a country by raising tariffs for buying oil from Moscow. The Treasury says tariffs are bringing in record revenue – what will the government do with the money? We take a closer look at the congressional map Texas Republicans are proposing. A disease outbreak in NYC has turned deadly. Plus, it’s not just basketballs that are being thrown at WNBA games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....

Aug 06, 20257 min

Epstein strategy dinner, Diddy’s pardon request, 2028 Olympics testing & more

We'll tell you why Trump administration officials are meeting for a dinner at Vice President JD Vance’s residence. Wildfires are causing air quality problems across the US as the Southwest bakes under heat alerts. Sean “Diddy” Combs’ attorney spoke to CNN about his chances at getting a pardon. A deadly wall of water has devastated a Himalayan village. Plus, we’ll tell you what testing President Donald Trump wants to see ahead of the next Summer Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

Aug 06, 20257 min

Ghislaine Maxwell transcripts, Great Barrier Reef devastation, dark day remembered & more

The Trump administration is thinking about releasing the transcripts of a meeting with Jeffrey Epstein's convicted accomplice. Texas Governor Greg Abbott is escalating his fight with state Democrats. The US and Russia are meeting as a sanctions deadline looms. Australia’s Great Barrier Reef has been hit by the worst coral bleaching on record. Plus, the world marks the 80th anniversary of Hiroshima. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 06, 20257 min

Maxwell’s opposition, heated town hall, NJ-NY earthquake & more

We begin with the latest on the Trump administration’s effort to unseal Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell’s grand jury transcripts. Another attempt to move forward on redistricting in Texas falls short. We’ll explain what new data shows about President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown in red and blue states. A tense back-and-forth took place between a Republican lawmaker and his constituents. Plus, a second earthquake in days rattles parts of the eastern US. Learn more about your ad choi...

Aug 05, 20256 min

CA redistricting, TN quadruple murder arrest, hefty hiker fine & more

A Democratic state is competing against Texas in the redistricting wars. We have details on the latest call between President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart. A weeklong manhunt for a suspect accused of killing four people in Tennessee is over. California firefighters are battling the largest wildfire the state has seen this year. Plus, one hiker is learning the meaning of “paying” attention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 05, 20256 min

Maxwell-DOJ interview, US trade deficit, Titan submersible report & more

The Trump administration is weighing a decision involving Jeffrey Epstein's associate Ghislaine Maxwell. The Texas House is set to reconvene, despite the absence of some Democratic lawmakers. President Donald Trump has hinted who might replace a key post, while new data shows how higher tariffs impacted the trade deficit. The US Coast Guard has released its report into the Titan submersible deaths in 2023. Plus, this disease could be more common due to climate change. Learn more about your ad ch...

Aug 05, 20257 min

Texas arrest warrants, Trump's big decisions, Olympics task force & more

We’ll look at what happens next as the standoff between Texas Republican lawmakers and absent Democrats continues. President Donald Trump will be filling two key economic leadership roles soon. Hundreds of wildfires are scorching Canada, and many are out of control. A grand jury has decided not to indict a former Atlanta officer after the death of a church deacon. Plus, a new task force will focus on Los Angeles 2028. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 05, 20256 min

Gaza ‘full conquest’, $15,000 visa bonds, zoo’s unexpected request & more

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to call for a “full conquest” of Gaza. Texas Democrats are refusing to back down after civil arrest warrants were signed. We’ll tell you why the Attorney General wants a grand jury to investigate Obama administration officials. It could get a lot more expensive to visit the US on a business or tourist visa. Plus, the controversial reason a zoo in Denmark is asking for people’s unwanted pets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

Aug 05, 20257 min

Abbott orders arrests, Witkoff’s Russia trip, manhunts underway & more

Texas Democrats who fled the state are at risk of being arrested amid a redistricting showdown. A Trump official heads to Russia as the deadline for a peace deal draws close. Canadian wildfire smoke is wreaking havoc in parts of the US. We’ll break down the searches for suspects in two separate homicides. Plus, researchers published new findings on the surge in colon cancer diagnoses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 04, 20257 min

TX redistricting drama, Gaza ceasefire impasse, hurricane season forecast & more

Texas Democrats are making a desperate bid to prevent the GOP’s aggressive redrawing of the state’s congressional map. We’ll tell you what stalled ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas could mean for the war in Gaza. We explain what’s on tap for the most active stretch of the Atlantic hurricane season. United Airlines tells CNN about an incident that took place on a flight shortly after takeoff. Plus, the Trump administration is touting another win on the health front, but experts aren’t buyi...

Aug 04, 20257 min

Trump teases new hire, Musk's pay package, SC governor hopeful & more

President Donald Trump says a new BLS commissioner will be announced soon. It’s going to be another big week for trade in the US. We’ll tell you how much Tesla's board agreed to pay its CEO. CNN gained rare access to a Taliban-approved, all-girls’ school in Afghanistan. Plus, a House Republican is running for governor in South Carolina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 04, 20257 min

Democrats leave Texas, Social Security checks, '80s actor dies & more

Texas House Democrats are trying to stop a new congressional map being passed by leaving the state. One month on, Texas flooding survivors are still waiting for funding. Social Security will stop sending physical checks next month. Another death has been confirmed after part of a mine collapsed in Chile. Plus, tributes are being paid to a popular '80s actor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 04, 20256 min
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