CNN 5 Things

After spending his final days in service of the church, Pope Francis’s death has started a period of mourning. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly shared military operational plans in a Signal group chat again. The Supreme Court issued a rare weekend ruling blocking some deportations from Texas. We’ll tell you how the man who killed 23 people at a Texas Walmart in 2019 is expected to plead. Plus, robots competed against humans in a half marathon in China.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special episode of CNN 5 Things, we look back on the life, papacy and legacy of Pope Francis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harvard University is refusing to make key policy changes requested by the Trump administration, kicking off a funding fight with students and researchers caught in the middle. We look at what’s next for other universities and hear from incoming Harvard and Columbia freshmen about how they feel about their college choices now.Have a tip or question about the new Trump administration? Call us at 202-240-2895.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A doctor in Florida is using art to honor his cancer patients’ recovery. A ranch dog rescues a lost toddler in the Arizona desert. A new museum in south Jersey lets visitors dig for fossils on a mass extinction site. Thanks to a young fan, a first-time author’s book is now a best seller. Plus, this public safety power couple retires after a combined 72 years in service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Democratic senator is defending a man wrongfully deported to El Salvador after his recent trip there. President Donald Trump offered a less hardline approach to a stance on walking away from talks to end Ukraine’s war. We have an update about Trump’s pick to lead the IRS. There’s new developments on a key court battle between the White House and Associated Press. Plus, a different Easter for Pope Francis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re getting new accounts from people who escaped a deadly mass shooting at Florida State University in Tallahassee. Another federal judge put the Trump administration’s downsizing efforts on hold. We're looking ahead to the second round of high-stakes talks between the US and Iran. We have a startling update on a multistate outbreak. And, there could very soon be a new biggest credit card company in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President J.D. Vance shares insights from Italy on the Ukraine conflict, emphasizing US-Italy partnerships in global security. A tragic shooting at Florida State University brings attention to its suspect's background. In a surprising twist, a US citizen detained by ICE has been released. Listeners are warned about a scam involving fake unpaid toll texts. Additionally, a prominent car manufacturer settles a racial discrimination lawsuit, highlighting ongoing social issues in corporate America.

A Maryland Senator has met with the man the US admits was mistakenly deported to El Salvador. Harvard University is getting more donations as the Trump administration continues to freeze funding. The US is planning to bring in new fees for Chinese ships docking and American ports. Dozens of Houthis were killed in a US airstrike. Plus, an atmospheric river is fueling storms and heavy rain in parts of the US this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A tragic shooting at Florida State University has left two people dead, shedding light on the shooter's background and connected immigration issues. In a dramatic turn, a suspect linked to UnitedHealthcare has been indicted on federal charges. Meanwhile, international negotiations regarding Ukraine illustrate escalating tensions, as the Secretary of State hints at a possible U.S. withdrawal. On the music front, Drake's legal battle against his record label over defamation claims is escalating, adding fuel to the ever-intense rap beef.

Tragic events unfold in Tallahassee with a mass shooting at Florida State University, leaving the community devastated. The Supreme Court takes on contentious issues, including challenges to Trump’s birthright citizenship policy. In the political sphere, tensions rise as Trump targets Fed Chair Jerome Powell over interest rates. Furthermore, troubling news emerges for homebuyers amidst the shifting economic landscape, highlighting the impact of trade tariffs on mortgage rates.