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6 AM ET: Apparent Trump assassination attempt, Springfield bomb threats, Emmy Awards shock & more Sep 16, 2024

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Authorities are investigating an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump and a man has been detained. Israeli hostages found in December were reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike. The Mayor of Springfield, Ohio says bomb threats have put the community on edge after false claims about immigrants. The US Coast Guard starts a hearing to look at the Titan submersible implosion. And, there was a surprise ending at the Emmy Awards last night.

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One Thing: No Phones in Class. It’s The Law Here Now. Sep 15, 2024

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Some states have moved to ban cell phones in schools to improve students’ engagement and mental health. However, the specific rules and implementation vary wildly from school to school. In this episode, we hear from one district official in Indiana about why their policy has been a success – so far.

Guest: Dr. Laura Hammack, Beech Grove City Schools Superintendent

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5 Good Things: A Woman Bikes 700 Miles to Honor Her Late Brother’s Memory Sep 14, 2024

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A woman went on a 700-mile bike ride to raise awareness about substance abuse after her brother died from fentanyl poisoning. Scientists have figured out a way to turn banana waste into denim and clean energy for rural communities in Pakistan. A stay-at-home mom in Michigan dresses up like a clown to pick up trash and her neighbors love her message. The San Diego Zoo is celebrating the birth of an endangered tiger cub. Plus, a Chicago man takes a more scenic route to work downtown.

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6 PM ET: Election heats up, Boar’s Head plant closure, stranded astronauts' Q&A & more Sep 13, 2024

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Both presidential nominees are blazing the campaign trail in key battleground states. Secretary of State Antony Blinken gave new insight into how Russia is trying to influence elections in the US and abroad. Boar’s Head says it’s closing a Virginia plant linked to a deadly listeria outbreak. A military court in Congo handed down death sentences to dozens of people, including three Americans. And, two stranded NASA astronauts spoke publicly for the first time since being left behind on the International Space Station.

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3 PM ET: New GA school shooting details, Russia’s intelligence operations, “Karate Kid” star dies & more Sep 13, 2024

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We start with the campaign stops Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are making today in the final stretch of the 2024 race. More details are emerging about the deadly shooting at a Georgia high school last week. We’re learning more about Russian state media’s key role in its intelligence and influence operations around the world. Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of driving while impaired for an incident earlier this year. And, “Karate Kid” actor Chad McQueen has died at age 63.

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12 PM ET: Post-debate push, Ukraine faces resistance, Tsunami mystery resolved & more Sep 13, 2024

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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are hitting key swing states as the post-debate campaign push intensifies. We’ll take a look at Trump's false claims about abortion during this week's debate. Soldiers say Ukraine's incursion into Russia’s Kursk region is getting more difficult. Scientists have found out why a 650-foot mega-tsunami shook the Earth for nine days. And, we’ll tell you everything about ChatGPT’s new model, which the company says “reasons” like a human.

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9 AM ET: Boeing workers walk out, Justin Timberlake in court, quarterback's concussion & more Sep 13, 2024

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33,000 Boeing workers are on strike after they rejected a deal last night. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump continue to clash over future debates. An Israeli official has resigned after criticism that his failures played a role in the October 7th attacks. Justin Timberlake is expected to appear in court today over his arrest for driving while intoxicated. Plus, an NFL quarterback had to leave the field because of a concussion last night.

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6 AM ET: Debate doubt, Boeing workers strike, NYPD commissioner resigns & more Sep 13, 2024

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Former President Donald Trump says there won't be another presidential debate, but some people are doubting his words. 33,000 Boeing workers are on strike. Russian President Vladimir Putin is warning NATO leaders not to let Ukraine use their weapons to strike deep inside his country. The NYPD commissioner has resigned amid an investigation into the New York City Mayor's office and police department. Plus, rent is using up a huge amount of Americans' incomes.

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6 PM ET: Trump rejects third debate, GA subversion case latest, ND abortion ban overturned & more Sep 12, 2024

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Former President Donald Trump says he won’t debate Vice President Kamala Harris again. We have new developments on Trump’s election subversion case in Georgia and criminal hush money case in New York. A North Dakota judge has struck down a law banning nearly all abortions in the state. The US has banned Navient from servicing federal student loans. Plus, we’ll explain why the bird flu virus poses a risk this time of year.

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3 PM ET: Dueling campaign ads, NYPD commissioner resigns, Boeing strike threat & more Sep 12, 2024

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Both presidential nominees are trying to capitalize on their debate performances with new ads. US Attorney General Merrick Garland slammed political attacks against the Justice Department in a fiery speech. New York City’s police commissioner resigns amid a federal investigation. Boeing faces a crucial union vote tonight that could send some workers walking off the job. And, mortgage rates fell to their lowest level this week since February 2023.

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