President Donald Trump has authorized the deployment of federalized troops to several blue states, and their governors are pushing back. Trump’s economic advisor warns the consequences of prolonging the shutdown will be steep. We outline what Hamas wants in the Gaza ceasefire talks underway in Cairo. An AI chip giant is making moves to dominate the trillion-dollar field. Plus, the winners of the Nobel prize in medicine may have found new treatments for autoimmune diseases, cancer and organ trans...
Oct 06, 2025•7 min
A judge has blocked President Donald Trump from temporarily sending troops to Portland. Meanwhile, the president is cautiously optimistic about upcoming talks between Israel, Hamas and the US. As the government shutdown is entering its second week, we share one of the major “non-starters.” A blizzard has left hundreds of trekkers in need of rescue from Mt. Everest. Plus, we have an update on the former NFL quarterback who was stabbed and then arrested. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...
Oct 06, 2025•7 min
The announcement that Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny will headline the Super Bowl halftime show in February has angered some right-wing voices due to his LGTBQ advocacy and criticism of the Trump administration’s immigration policies. It comes amid another SNL appearance and an upcoming world tour that will skip the continental US. We explore why he is so beloved in Puerto Rico and how the NFL is banking on his star power as it looks to grow. Guest: Vanessa Diaz, Professor of Chicana/o...
Oct 05, 2025•21 min
This therapy is helping first responders deal with chronic stress. A group of nurses on strike dropped everything to help mass shooting victims. This Hollywood actor and advocate threw herself the quinceañera she never had – at 60. Inside Washington, DC’s first phone-free bar. Plus, this school offers a type of detention that might make you wish you got in more trouble. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Showrunner: Faiz J...
Oct 04, 2025•13 min
It’s judgment day for music producer Sean “Diddy” Combs. The government shutdown will likely drag into next week. Gaza ceasefire talks appear to be yielding a potential breakthrough after months of failed efforts. We’ll tell you about the US military’s latest strike in the Caribbean to crack down on drug cartels. Plus, the anti-ICE protests that erupted near Chicago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 03, 2025•7 min
The federal government has frozen funds to another Democrat run city as the government shutdown continues. Sean “Diddy” Combs is set for a lengthy sentencing hearing today. President Donald Trump has given a stark ultimatum to Hamas over his Gaza peace proposal. The shutdown has stopped the jobs report coming out today , but other data has given an estimate on job numbers. Plus, why abortion opponents are angry at the FDA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 03, 2025•7 min
Federal workers are bracing for lay-offs as we enter the third day of the government shutdown. The Trump administration is asking colleges to make policy changes in exchange for funding. FEMA is making it even harder for states to access emergency preparedness grants. Sean Combs will be sentenced today. Plus, everything you need to know about "The Life of a Showgirl." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 03, 2025•7 min
We’re entering Day 2 of the government shutdown with no end in sight. A deadly terrorist attack in the UK on the holiest day of the Jewish calendar is under investigation. Russian President Vladamir Putin swipes back at President Donald Trump and warned Europe during a speech. Elon Musk’s net worth briefly hit a milestone. Plus, a baby planet with a massive growth spurt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 02, 2025•7 min
The Trump administration is threatening mass layoffs as the government shutdown drags on. Israel has intercepted all but one of the boats in a flotilla heading towards Gaza. There’s been a car ramming and knife attack at a British synagogue. Five students have been rescued from the school collapse in Indonesia, but hope is fading for others still trapped. Plus, there’s a change coming to 401(k) contributions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 02, 2025•7 min
We start with where negotiations sit on the second day of the government shutdown. Israel’s interception of a Gaza aid flotilla is sparking international outcry. The DOJ has fired a prosecutor over a false social media post. A judge has ruled on the Trump administration's attempt to cut anti-terror funding in New York. Plus, there’s been collision between two planes at a US airport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 02, 2025•7 min
Federal workers are bearing the brunt of a government shutdown. The Supreme Court is allowing a Fed governor to keep her job – for now. We have an update on the Trump administration's crackdowns in Oregon and Tennessee. Trump is taking things with this Arab ally to another level. Plus, remembering a legendary expert whose work revolutionized the study of primates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 01, 2025•6 min
As lawmakers trade blame for the government shutdown, the economy is feeling the impact. Thousands of federal workers have been furloughed with firings potentially on the way. National Guard troops have been sent to Memphis. We have an update on twin hurricanes Imedla and Humberto. Plus, the Trump administration’s initiative to end childhood cancer with AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 01, 2025•7 min
The US government has shutdown, with no clear end in sight. Plus, we'll also tell you what services it'll impact. A powerful earthquake has caused destruction in the Philippines. Many students are still believed to be trapped days after a school collapse . Plus, why Hollywood stars are criticizing the creation of an AI actress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 01, 2025•7 min
We begin with a crucial, last-minute vote that could decide whether the government will shut down tonight. Hamas is under a tight deadline to review a new US peace plan. We have updates on the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. Trump announced new efforts to lower drug prices in the US. Plus, twin storm warnings for the East Coast and Bermuda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 30, 2025•6 min
With a government shutdown just hours away, thousands of federal workers may be furloughed. We explain what happened at an unprecedented gathering of senior US military officers. The White House is preparing to send National Guard troops to Louisiana and Illinois. There’s been another death in the Dallas ICE facility shooting. Plus, why this country faces a total internet blackout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 30, 2025•7 min
With negotiations stalling yesterday, the government is set to shutdown in less than 24 hours. The US and Israel have a peace plan for Gaza, but Hamas hasn’t responded yet. New tariffs have been announced on lumber and other wooden products. A judge has ruled on the job cuts at Voice of America. Plus, abortions by medical professionals in the US is going down. (e Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 30, 2025•7 min
We begin with key takeaways from President Donald Trump’s meeting with the Israeli PM on a Gaza ceasefire. High-stakes talks with congressional leaders to avoid a shutdown yielded little progress. Authorities gave an update on an attack at a Michigan church. We have details on an acquisition deal that’s now the largest buyout in history. Plus, McDonald’s is bringing back a fan-favorite - with a high-tech twist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 29, 2025•6 min
President Donald Trump has promised “something special” on Gaza as he meets with Israel’s prime minister. The FBI is leading the investigation into the Michigan church shooting and fire. The White House says they’re giving Democrats “one last chance” to avoid a government shutdown. Trump is announcing a massive tariff on movies made outside the US. Plus, why Dolly Parton is postponing her Las Vegas residency and some news about Bad Bunny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...
Sep 29, 2025•7 min
We start with the shooting and fire at a church in Michigan, yesterday. We have the latest on President Donald Trump’s plans to send troops to Portland, Chicago and Memphis. Trump is holding 11th hour meetings with GOP and Democratic lawmakers to avoid a government shutdown. NYC Mayor Eric Adams is ending his reelection bid. And, there’s not one, but two hurricanes threatening US beaches this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 29, 2025•7 min
The Trump administration’s surprise announcement that it will boost H-1B visa application fees to $100,000 has caused widespread fear and confusion among foreign workers. The proposed changes are also sparking concerns for American businesses that won’t be able to foot the bill. Is American innovation at risk? Guest: Aizada Marat, Alma CEO --- Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 28, 2025•20 min
The last time the Chicago River Swim happened was when Calvin Coolidge was president. These bears in Alaska bulk up for the winter – and for internet glory. A rare surgery brought one man’s world back into focus. New space technology might help fight wildfires. Plus, the 100+ year long streak is over for a family in Texas family. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Showrunner: Faiz Jamil Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin Ed...
Sep 27, 2025•14 min
President Donald Trump is threatening to target his perceived political foes after James Comey’s indictment. The blackout of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” is over. An ICE agent’s courthouse confrontation is sparking outrage. New details are emerging about Pete Hegseth’s surprise gathering of top military officials. Plus, the new storm system that could impact the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 26, 2025•7 min
Israel's prime minister attacked Iran and Western countries in a fiery speech at the UN today. We have the latest on the indictment of former FBI director James Comey. Americans' spending went up last month but so did inflation. A federal shutdown is just days away with no solution in sight. Plus, a celebrity battle over non-stick cookware. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 26, 2025•7 min
Former FBI director James Comey has been indicted by the DOJ. President Donald Trump is slapping a huge levy on some medicines made outside the US. CNN has interviewed a senior Hamas official. A mysterious gathering of US military personnel is being called by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Plus, the reason why Russia is banning fuel exports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 26, 2025•7 min
Authorities gave new findings in their Dallas ICE field office shooting investigation. President Donald Trump weighed in on the pressure campaign to indict former FBI Director James Comey. We’ll explain why the defense secretary’s sudden move to meet military officers next week is highly unusual. We have details about Amazon’s settlement with the FTC over Prime subscriptions. Plus, Sean “Diddy” Combs makes his latest court appearance ahead of his sentencing. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Sep 25, 2025•7 min
We’ll break down new, promising economic data. Starbucks announces store closures and another round of layoffs. The FDA says it will study the safety and efficacy of the widely-used abortion drug mifepristone. We’re a step closer to a US TikTok deal. Plus, a Paris court has ruled a former French President must go to prison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 25, 2025•7 min
With a government shutdown looming, the White House is threatening more federal firings. We have the latest on the shooting at an ICE detention facility in Dallas. Federal prosecutors are weighing up an indictment for former FBI director James Comey. The UN General Assembly is set to hear from the Palestinian Authority president today. Plus, how Jimmy Kimmel fared on his return to his late-night show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 25, 2025•7 min
We start with an update on a deadly shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas. Joe Rogan weighs in on Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension. A DOJ official is walking back a recent threat to investigate an FBI agent. The Trump administration is offering purged federal workers a chance. Plus, a noteworthy forecast in the final months of hurricane season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 24, 2025•7 min
Multiple people have been shot at an ICE facility in Dallas. Russia has pushed back on President Donald Trump’s claim that Ukraine can take back territory occupied by Russia. A survey of business leaders reveals how much tariffs are affecting US inflation. International health agencies are reacting to Trump’s claims linking Tylenol to autism. Plus, why a group of TikTokers think a religious rapture could happen today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 24, 2025•7 min
An emotional Jimmy Kimmel returned to ABC and attacked attempts to curb free speech. Ukraine’s president is hailing a “big shift” from President Donald Trump on Russia. We have the results of Arizona’s special election. A powerful typhoon has led to more than two million evacuations in China. Plus, an update on the summer camp where girls and counselors were killed in July’s Texas flooding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 24, 2025•7 min
