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NY bus crash, Kilmar Abrego Garcia released, tourist hotspot critter & more Aug 22, 2025

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We start with breaking news of a deadly tour bus crash in New York. The DC National Guard is under new orders as President Donald Trump eyes the latest cities for a federal crime crackdown. Trump also weighs in about his former advisor when asked about an FBI raid. We have the latest development in a drama legal saga surrounding the wrongfully deported Maryland father of three. We have details on a tentative settlement between Elon Musk’s X and former Twitter employees. Plus, a tourist hotspot attracts an unwanted visitor.

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Rate cuts hint, John Bolton raided, rainbow crosswalk removed & more Aug 22, 2025

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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggested the central bank might do what President Donald Trump has been pushing for. The FBI has searched Trump’s former national security adviser’s home and DC office. Texas nears a final vote on its congressional redistricting plan. We break down the crime stats of the GOP states that are sending more National Guard troops to the nation’s capital. Plus, this city is outraged over the removal of a rainbow crosswalk near a mass shooting site.

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Gaza is starving, SCOTUS health grants ruling, AI winter & more Aug 22, 2025

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A UN-backed report has confirmed famine in Gaza for the first time. It's been a week since the summit in Alaska and little progress has been made on a ceasefire in Ukraine. The Supreme Court has ruled on Trump’s decision to block nearly $800 million in health grants. Three years after the shooting, Uvalde school officials are withholding the release of crucial documents. Plus, is the AI tech bubble about to burst?

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Famine in Gaza, ‘Alligator Alcatraz' ruling, Erik Menendez parole & more Aug 22, 2025

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Famine has taken hold in parts of Gaza as people are also facing dire consequences from Israel’s military takeover of Gaza City. A federal judge has ruled on the controversial detention camp “Alligator Alcatraz.” We reveal the fate of a trio of redistricting bills in California. Hurricane Erin may be moving away from the US, but it’s still posing risks for coastlines. Plus, the outcome of Erik Menendez’s parole hearing.

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Villanova University ‘hoax’, Trump joins DC patrol, Cracker Barrel’s new logo & more Aug 21, 2025

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We start with a university president’s message to students about a report of an active shooter. President Donald Trump promoted his broad federal crackdown alongside law enforcement agents. We’re tracking the latest developments in California and Texas’ redistricting push. The Israeli military is making new preps in its Gaza takeover plans. We’ll tell you where Hurricane Erin is heading. Plus, investors are unhappy over a restaurant chain’s modern makeover.

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Civil fraud ruling, CDC layoffs, Menendez parole hearings & more Aug 21, 2025

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President Donald Trump is taking a victory lap in his New York fraud case. California and Texas are on the verge of approving competing redistricting maps. Hundreds of CDC jobs are on the chopping block. We have the latest on the Menendez brothers’ fight for freedom. Plus, how safe is TikTok?

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Trump's penalty overturned, East Coast braces, attack's manpower problem & more Aug 21, 2025

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We start with breaking news that President Donald Trump's civil fraud penalty has been thrown out. From Florida to Maine, the East Coast is preparing for the effects of Hurricane Erin. Exhausted soldiers may be an issue for Israel’s military as it pushes ahead with its assault on Gaza City. The Kremlin is pouring cold water on the prospect of a meeting between Russia and Ukraine’s leaders. California has received a boost in its congressional redistricting plan. Plus, we pay tribute to an unlikely social media star known for fairness and compassion.

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Gaza city takeover, Zelensky’s compromise, streamer dies online & more Aug 21, 2025

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Israel’s Prime Minister is planning to sign off on plans for a massive assault on Gaza City. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he’s open to compromise in a ceasefire deal – but there’s one major condition. We tell you what Hurricane Erin’s northward movement means for the East Coast. A secret nuclear base has been discovered in North Korea. Plus, a popularstreamer has died during a live stream.

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Gaza City assault, Hurricane Erin approaches, TX redistricting bill vote & more Aug 21, 2025

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Israel’s military has begun its assault on Gaza City. Hurricane Erin is expected to bring powerful winds and storm surges to the East Coast. A vote has finally happened on the Texas House redistricting bill. More cuts are coming to the nation’s top intelligence agency. Plus, no passenger wants to see this on a plane.

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Epstein files ruling, Obama on CA redistricting, Vance vs protesters & more Aug 20, 2025

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We begin with a judge’s decision on unsealing grand jury transcripts and exhibits from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Former President Barack Obama weighs in on California’s redistricting efforts. More evacuations are underway as Hurricane Erin approaches the US East Coast. Immigrants hoping to become US citizens face another hurdle. Plus, we’ll tell you what happened during the Vice President’s visit with the DC National Guard.

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