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**The NewsWorthy**

The day’s news made fast, fair and fun – in 15 minutes. Erica Mandy is like a trusted friend who always ‘gets’ both sides. She’s a veteran journalist who was tired of talking heads, alarmist headlines and monotone voices, so she created something different. The NewsWorthy is packed with politics, tech, business and entertainment from a variety of sources — brought together in one, convenient place (and with a friendly twist). Join the tens of thousands of people already listening each weekday!

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Trump's Shift in Minnesota, Doctors Defy CDC & Hollywood Sign Stunt - Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Jan 27, 2026

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The news to know for Tuesday, January 27, 2026!

We'll tell you how the Trump administration is shaking up its immigration crackdown in Minneapolis.

Also: what records have been broken as millions of Americans dig out from extreme winter weather.

And what's being called the "tobacco trials" of our generation, putting big tech executives in front of a jury in a courtroom.

Plus, how doctors' new vaccine schedule is at odds with the CDC's, why Sydney Sweeney could face criminal charges, and where Eaglet Watch is now underway.

Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes!

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Second Deadly MN Shooting, Storm Grips 34 States & Super Bowl Set - Monday, January 26, 2026 Jan 26, 2026

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The news to know for Monday, January 26, 2026!

We're talking about the fallout from a second deadly shooting involving immigration officers in Minneapolis.

And how the debate over ICE tactics could lead to another government shutdown.

Also, where dangerous winter weather has impacted millions of Americans today, and what forecasts expect to happen next.

Plus: what changes to expect at the start of tax season, why one of America's top trading partners could face even more tariffs, and which two NFL teams are now Super Bowl–bound.

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Special Edition: On the Ground in Minneapolis – Enforcement & Resistance Jan 24, 2026

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The ICE crackdown in Minneapolis has put the city and the nation on edge. So today, we explore this moment through two different perspectives: first with Minneapolis-based sociologist Nicole Bedera, who describes what life on the ground looks like from her personal and professional experience, and then with Mathew Silverman, national president of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, who shares how federal agents are experiencing this moment and what he believes is missing from online narratives. This episode isn't about taking sides — it's about understanding a complex and tense moment from multiple angles.

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Historic Winter Storm, ICE Detains 5-Year-Old & Movie Breaks Oscar Records - Friday, January 23, 2026 Jan 23, 2026

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The news to know for Friday, January 23, 2026!

We're talking about a life-threatening storm that's starting to move across the country — and the biggest concerns this morning.

Also, the growing outrage over a young child being detained by immigration authorities in Minnesota.

And some good news when it comes to crime nationwide.

Plus, why President Trump is suing America's largest bank, how the government now plans to crack down on late-night TV, and which movie has already made history at the Oscars — two months before the ceremony.

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Possible Greenland Deal, ICE's Next Target & Viral 'Buttons' Meme - Thursday, January 22, 2026 Jan 22, 2026

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The news to know for Thursday, January 22, 2026!

We'll tell you what we know about Trump's "framework" for a Greenland deal and his new message to world leaders.

Also: the latest state where ICE has started an immigration crackdown.

And an update on what's expected to be the biggest winter storm of the season so far.

Plus: Prince Harry gave emotional testimony in court, a bittersweet Sundance Film Festival kicks off today, and have you heard of 365 Buttons? We'll explain the viral meme.

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MN Police Criticize ICE, Thousand-Mile Storm & Hybrid Creep - Wednesday, January 21, 2026 Jan 21, 2026

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The news to know for Wednesday, January 21, 2026!

We're talking about new tensions in Minnesota as local law enforcement officials lay out new demands for ICE agents.

Also, President Trump seems to be escalating tensions with U.S. allies over Greenland.

And an extreme winter storm could stretch more than a thousand miles across the U.S.

Plus: a call to action from the American Red Cross, new technology guidelines from a leading medical organization, and a baseball player who overcame a cheating controversy to become a Hall of Famer.

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Walkouts Planned, Trump's Greenland Text & Indiana Makes History - Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Jan 20, 2026

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The news to know for Tuesday, January 20, 2026!

We'll tell you about the latest developments out of Minneapolis — including a new court order and a new investigation.

And why today's date is sparking protests around the country.

Also: why President Trump says he no longer needs to think purely of peace when it comes to Greenland.

Plus, what a new major review found about whether Tylenol is linked to autism, how the world is remembering a fashion icon, and which two people are getting credit as Indiana makes college football history.

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Special Edition: Your Rights to Record, Protest, & Speak Out – Explained Jan 17, 2026

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Videos of immigration enforcement in Minnesota have gone viral, fueling intense reactions and debate.

In this Special Edition, we step back from the moment with David Loy of the nonpartisan First Amendment Coalition to look at what the Constitution actually says about recording law enforcement, protesting in public, and where the legal lines are drawn.

We also explore how free speech is often invoked — or challenged — in politically charged moments, and why these questions matter for how a free society functions.

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'Flames of Chaos,' Basketball Rigging Scheme & Snow in Florida? - Friday, January 16, 2026 Jan 16, 2026

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The news to know for Friday, January 16, 2026!

We're talking about rising tensions over violence and unrest in Minnesota, and the potential of the U.S. military getting involved.

Also, more U.S. forces are headed to the Middle East.

And Venezuela's opposition leader has made an extraordinary gesture toward President Trump.

Plus: why American universities are losing their edge in global research, who is now facing charges in a widespread basketball gambling scandal, and how a professional pickleball player is helping to push the sport forward — even off the court.

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More ICE Clashes, Journalist's Home Searched & Verizon Outage - Thursday, January 15, 2026 Jan 15, 2026

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The news to know for Thursday, January 15, 2026!

We'll break down the latest on tensions with Iran — including where U.S. troops are now evacuating and what leaders around the world are saying about potential military action.

Also, what to know about new clashes between ICE and protesters in Minnesota, as another person is shot.

And why the FBI executed a rare search of a reporter's home.

Plus: which major U.S. luxury retailer has filed for bankruptcy, what music many Americans seem to prefer these days, and how a surprisingly popular show is boosting hockey fandom — and gym memberships.

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