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Jan 11, 2025 • 1h 26min

Now: At Least 6 Fires Torching Los Angeles County

More deaths and more property scorched as the relentless fires continue to burn in California. We are standing by to get updates from authorities. Plus, a historic day in court as President-elect Trump is sentenced in the New York hush money case. Also, the Supreme Court hears a case that could mean the end of TikTok in the United States.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 26min

Two Biggest California Wildfires Still 0% Contained

The biggest fire right now remains the Palisades Fire near Santa Monica, burning more than 17,000 acres. Today, officials are facing questions and criticism over the city’s response to the fires. We speak with the Los Angeles County fire chief. Plus, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks to CNN after announcing his resignation. And President Joe Biden addresses the massive California wildfires.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 9, 2025 • 1h 28min

At Least 2 Dead and Many “Significant Injuries” in L.A. Area Wildfires

Apocalyptic scenes across the Los Angeles area as four out-of-control, unconfined wildfires quickly sweep through this heavily populated region. Officials are telling residents to be ready to evacuate their homes at a moment’s notice. The fires have already killed at least two people and injured countless others in just a matter of hours.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 7, 2025 • 1h 25min

Four Years After Capital Riot, VP Harris Certifies Trump Victory

An election win officially certified today. President-elect Donald Trump, one step closer to taking office again. January 6, today, nothing like January 6, 2021, when Mr. Trump's supporters violently stormed the US Capitol, disrupting what should have been a peaceful process. Plus, Trump's new right-hand man, Elon Musk, now going after top European leaders, including UK Prime Minister Keri Starmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 4, 2025 • 1h 28min

Mike Johnson Re-Elected Speaker of the House After Dramatic Vote 

Protest votes before Mike Johnson is re-elected as House speaker. Message sent today by a handful of Republicans, but was it received? And in New Orleans, barriers on Bourbon Street that were not there before, might they been able to stop the terrorist attack that killed 14 innocent people? Plus, the links between alcohol and cancer, risks apparently so urgent the US Surgeon General today, calling for warning labels - will those happen?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 3, 2025 • 45min

FBI: New Orleans Attacker Acted Alone

As Bourbon Street reopens and a major football game kicks off, new details emerge about the deadly New Years day terror attack that killed 14 people. We examine the timeline, new surveillance footage, and chilling details about witnesses who likely saw key evidence.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 31, 2024 • 47min

Jimmy Carter’s State Funeral Set For January 9

The tributes are pouring in to honor the life and legacy of former President Jimmy Carter who died yesterday at the age of 100. We bring you details of his official state funeral in Washington DC. Tonight, a look at his lasting foreign policy initiatives, his life in the White House, his family, and his humanitarian work post presidency.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 28, 2024 • 47min

U.S. Official: Russia May Have Mistaken Downed Jet For Ukrainian Drone

Delta Airlines is under major security scrutiny after a person with no ticket or boarding pass gets on a flight. This is the second time this has happened to Delta in just five weeks. Plus, health officials discover changes to the virus in the person who currently has the most severe case of bird flu in the United States.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 27, 2024 • 46min

Holes Seen In Azerbaijan Airlines Plane Following Deadly Crash

What brought down a passenger jet on Christmas Day? Signs are pointing to Russian anti-aircraft fire and United States officials are now weighing in. Plus, Donald Trump’s aggressive Christmas message, it wasn’t holly and jolly for Panama, Canada, or Greenland.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 24, 2024 • 47min

Mangione Pleads Not Guilty To Murder, Terror Charges

More dramatic scenes in New York as Luigi Mangione is back in court, this time to face state charges. We break down what Mangione’s lawyer is accusing prosecutors of and why she’s going after New York City mayor Eric Adams. Plus, the House Ethics Committee releases its damning report about former Congressman Matt Gaetz.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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