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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

Unrest in Minneapolis, Trump’s Healthcare Plan, 'Mistake' Deportation and more

Tensions have flared for another night between protestors and federal officers in Minneapolis. President Donald Trump has unveiled a new plan to try and lower healthcare costs. A federal court has dealt a blow to the Justice Department’s effort to access data from voter rolls. The Trump administration has apologized for mistakenly deporting a student. Plus, South Korea’s former President has been sentenced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 16, 20267 min

ACLU Sues Feds, Machado at the WH, NCAA Players Charged and more

We start with the latest court battle over President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement. Venezuela’s opposition leader met with Trump at the White House. Iran’s neighboring countries ease tensions with the US. We have good news for people looking to buy a home. Plus, new charges in an international sports betting scheme. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 15, 20267 min

Insurrection Act Threat, Mahmoud Khalil Decision, Greenland Polling and more

President Donald Trump is threatening to invoke the Insurrection Act as unrest in Minneapolis continues. A federal appeals court has reversed a lower court order that released activist Mahmoud Khalil from custody. Iran’s government is warning unrest may spread beyond its borders. A poll shows Americans have a pretty decisive opinion about the US taking control of Greenland. Plus, X’s Grok AI Chatbot will no longer be able to digitally undress people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

Jan 15, 20267 min

Iran Executions ‘Stopped’, Another Minneapolis Shooting, Crew-11 Returns and more

President Donald Trump says scheduled executions of detained prisoners in Iran have been called off. There’s been another shooting in Minneapolis involving a federal agent. A tie-breaking vote had to be cast in the Senate on a bill to curb the government’s military action in Venezuela. New figures show more people are opting out of childhood vaccines. Plus, the Crew-11 astronauts have landed back on Earth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 15, 20267 min

Trump on Iran executions, ‘Disagreement’ over Greenland, Astronauts’ Early Return and more

We start with new information about the fate of a detained Iranian protester. Senators face another key vote over whether to limit Trump’s war powers in Venezuela. Trump officials met with leaders from Greenland and Denmark at the White House. A judge heard from both sides in a lawsuit challenging ICE patrols in Minnesota. Plus, four astronauts are making the trip back to Earth ahead of schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 14, 20267 min

New Greenland Threats, US Military Base Evacuation, FBI Raids Reporter's Home and more

President Donald Trump says anything less than the US’ control of Greenland is “unacceptable.” An American military base is being evacuated as tensions between the US and Iran continue to escalate. The federal government’s immigration enforcement in Minnesota is being tested in court today. Trump’s tariffs haven’t stopped China from reporting a record trade surplus. Plus, the FBI seizes computers and a phone from a journalist's home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...

Jan 14, 20267 min

Execution Fears, Sanctuaries' Funding Freeze, American Prisoners Freed and more

Concerns are growing over detained protestors in Iran being executed, as the death toll there surges. Military lawyers are being sent to Minneapolis to assist with immigration enforcement in the city. President Donald Trump has announced a plan to freeze federal funding in sanctuary states and cities. Venezuela’s interim government has released several American prisoners. Plus, the first major retailer of the year files for bankruptcy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

Jan 14, 20267 min

Trump Warns Iran, SCOTUS on Transgender Sports, NFL Head Coach Steps Down and more

We start with President Donald Trump’s message to Iranian protesters amid a brutal crackdown. We’ll break down the latest turn of events in the Minnesota ICE shooting investigation. A top House Republican is threatening to hold the Clintons in contempt in a Jeffrey Epstein probe. We have takeaways from the Supreme Court hearing on transgender sports bans. Plus, the end of an era for this NFL team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 13, 20267 min

Iran Death Toll Mounts, Inflation Figures, Grok Ban and more

We lay out President Donald Trump’s options for Iran as the death toll grows massively. US inflation remained higher than expected last month. We have new details about Minnesota’s lawsuit against the federal government over its immigration crackdown. The BBC is looking to dismiss Trump’s defamation claim against it. Plus, we’ll tell you which countries have banned Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 13, 20267 min

Iran Tariffs, States Suing Trump Admin, DOJ Prosecutor Firing and more

President Donald Trump says he’ll slap tariffs on countries that do business with Iran. We explain what’s in the lawsuits Minnesota and Illinois are bringing against the federal government. A senior Trump administration figure is not happy with the probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The DOJ has fired a top prosecutor at the office behind the case against former FBI director James Comey. Plus, Paramount’s latest move to force a hostile takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Learn more a...

Jan 13, 20267 min

MN Sues Trump Admin, Trump’s New Tariff, Powell Probe Reaction and more

We start with Minnesota’s legal action against the Trump administration on the federal immigration crackdown. We’ll tell you how President Donald Trump is threatening Iran and any country that does business with the country. The DOJ’s probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell draws backlash from some Republicans. A critical leader is set to visit the White House this week. Plus, we have new details on the arson suspect accused of starting the Mississippi synagogue fire. Learn more about you...

Jan 12, 20267 min

Iran Death Toll Rises, ICE Surge in MN, NYC Nurses Strike and more

Hundreds of people have been killed as protests in Iran enter a third week. There’s a massive surge of federal agents heading to Minneapolis. Wall Street has reacted to the Trump administration’s criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. We tell you why thousands of New York City nurses could go on strike today. Plus, a leadership change could be on the horizon for Gaza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 12, 20267 min

Iran Protests, Jerome Powell Investigated, Golden Globes and more

More than 500 people have died during anti-government demonstrations in Iran. Hundreds more immigration officers are heading to Minneapolis, as the city held mass protests over the weekend. The Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation against Jerome Powell and the Federal Reserve. Mississippi’s largest synagogue has been destroyed by a fire. Plus, we’ll tell you the big winners at last night’s Golden Globes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 12, 20267 min

One Thing: The Supreme Court Enters the Debate Over Transgender Athletes

The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments this week in a case that could decide whether states may ban transgender students from playing on sports teams that align with their gender identity. It comes as President Donald Trump has moved to punish institutions that are inclusive of trans athletes. We break down the legal case and hear from a transgender former college athlete who says this is about way more than a game. For more: Do transgender women have an athletic advantage? Here’s what the s...

Jan 11, 202622 min

5 Good Things: How to Make Healthy Habits Stick Past January

A health and fitness expert shares how to make healthy habits stick long after January. A chef’s intuition saved a longtime customer who stopped showing up. This highway is made of recycled tires. Meet the Catholic priest preaching in unexpected places. Plus, a specialized court helps veterans heal through recovery, mentorship, and second chances. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Showrunner: Faiz Jamil Senior Producer: F...

Jan 10, 202615 min

New ICE Shooting Footage, Flu & Measles Spike, Grok Restrictions and more

We begin with new video capturing pivotal moments surrounding an ICE agent’s fatal shooting in Minneapolis. President Donald Trump met with energy executives about plans to overhaul Venezuela’s oil industry. Flu and measles cases are surging in parts of the US. We have an update on the Swiss resort bar hit by a deadly fire on New Year’s Day. Plus, a key change to Elon Musk’s AI chatbot amidst a deepfake controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 09, 20267 min

Outrage Over ICE Shootings, Jobs Report, Iran Protests and more

Two US cities are on edge after separate shootings involving ICE agents. December’s job numbers are weaker than expected. We explain why the US has canceled a second wave of attacks on Venezuela. Iran is facing its most serious anti-regime protests in years. Plus, Luigi Mangione is back in court, as his lawyers fight for him to avoid the death penalty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 09, 20267 min

Portland Couple Shot, MN ICE Shooting Investigation, Weight Gain Research and more

There’s been another shooting by border patrol agents, this time in Portland, Oregon. Meanwhile, the investigation into the fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis by an ICE agent is raising concern. Five Democrat-led states are suing the Trump administration over the freezing of billions of dollars in funding. Russia has attacked Ukraine with one of it's most advanced weapons. Plus, new research on what happens after you stop taking weight loss drugs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

Jan 09, 20267 min

MN Tensions Flare, Trump’s War Powers, Mortgage Bonds and more

Minnesota’s governor has authorized the state’s National Guard to help support local law enforcement amid protests. President Donald Trump lashed out on social media over a vote to curb his war powers in Venezuela. We have the latest blowback on criminal investigations into one of Trump’s political foes. We’ll tell you the next steps in a push to restore enhanced Obamacare subsidies. Plus, Trump's latest actions in America's affordability crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...

Jan 08, 20266 min

Minneapolis Protests, Venezuela 'Control' Timeframe, Grok AI Sexual Imagery and more

Tensions are escalating in Minneapolis as protestors and law enforcement clash over the fatal shooting of a woman. President Donald Trump has commented on how long the US intends to take "control" of Venezuela. A shooting outside a church in Salt Lake City has left two people dead. Russia is threatening to target any Western troops sent to Ukraine. Plus, Elon Musk’s xAI is facing huge backlash over its Grok chatbot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 08, 20266 min

Deadly ICE Shooting, Venezuela Oil Negotiations, Climate Treaty Withdrawal and more

Anger is growing over the fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. The US is in negotiations with Venezuela’s state-owned oil company. The Trump administration wants to remove the US from a landmark United Nations climate treaty from the 90s. One of the longest serving House Democrats is set to retire. Plus, why NASA has postponed a spacewalk by for two astronauts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 08, 20267 min

ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Woman, New Food Pyramid, Reiner Arraignment Delay and more

We start with the Minneapolis mayor’s strong message to immigration enforcement officers after a woman was shot and killed. We’ll break down the Trump administration's plans with Venezuela’s oil after its latest seizures. Another state is joining the redistricting wars. New US dietary guidelines essentially turn the food pyramid upside down. Plus, an update on Nick Reiner’s murder case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 07, 20267 min

Oil Vessels Seized, MN Fraud Hearing, Paramount’s WBD Bid and more

The US has seized two Russian-flagged oil tankers linked to Venezuela. Minnesota lawmakers are testifying before Congress on fraud allegations in the state. Concerns are growing in Europe over the Trump administration's talk of seizing Greenland. Warner Bros. Discovery responded to the latest bid from Paramount. Plus, what’s happened one year since the devastating Los Angeles fires. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 07, 20267 min

Greenland Threats Escalate, Venezuelan Oil Sales, WY Abortion Laws and more

The Trump administration is ramping up its threats of taking Greenland. President Donald Trump says seized Venezuelan oil will make a profit for the US. The White House has released a new website rewriting the history of January 6th. Authorities have released transcripts of videos taken by the Brown University shooting suspect. Plus, Wyoming’s Supreme Court has ruled on abortion in the state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 07, 20267 min

Maduro Couple Injured, Epstein Files, Uvalde Officer Trial and more

More details are emerging on the capture of Venezuela’s leader and his wife. President Donald Trump suggests the US could take actions against more countries. We’ll tell you where the Justice Department’s release of the Epstein files stands. Emotions ran high during the start of a former school police officer’s trial in Uvalde, Texas. Plus, Republicans’ narrow majority shrinks even further. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 06, 20267 min

Venezuela Briefing, Jan. 6 Committee Meeting, Social Services Funding Freeze and more

Venezuela remains on edge as the Trump administration preps to brief lawmakers about the US operation. We’ll tell you how House Democrats are marking five years since the January 6th Capital riot. Five Democratic-led states are facing billions of dollars in funding cuts to social services and child care. More details have emerged about the Swiss bar where dozens of people died in a fire. Plus, the US’ worst flu season in a quarter of a century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

Jan 06, 20267 min

Venezuela Uncertainty, Greenland Warning, FEMA Cuts and more

The future of Venezuela is facing huge uncertainty, as it swears in an acting president. Denmark’s leader warns NATO may be over if the US takes Greenland. Minnesota is bracing for an aggressive immigration crackdown. A “planning exercise” at FEMA suggests the agency may be preparing for 50% staff cuts. Plus, public broadcasting takes another hit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 06, 20267 min

Maduro Pleads Not Guilty, Childhood Vaccine Overhaul, New Weight-Loss Pill and more

The ousted Venezuelan leader and his wife had their first federal court appearance today. The Department of Health and Human Services is planning a major change to childhood vaccination schedule. Minnesota governor Tim Walz announced he won’t run for reelection. The Pentagon is punishing Democratic Senator Mark Kelly for his recent remarks. Plus, a new, cheaper weight-loss drug hit the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 05, 20267 min

Maduro in Court, Gas Prices, Uvalde Shooting Cop Trial and more

The ousted leader of Venezuela is appearing in a New York City courthouse today. We explain why gas prices are set to be so cheap this year. Lawmakers are returning to Congress for crucial votes on health care. A trial is underway for a school district police officer over the Uvalde school shooting. Plus, a bluefin tuna fish has fetched an eye-watering sum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 05, 20267 min

Maduro Ousted, Trump’s Military Threats, CA Flooding and more

We start with the latest developments in Venezuela after the US’ attack. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is also making military threats to other countries. Business owners in Minneapolis’ Somali community say they’re being threatened and harassed. The age of some of the victims of a Swiss bar fire is raising questions about whether proper checks were in place. Plus, more rain for flood-impacted California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 05, 20267 min
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