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SCOTUS OK’s Abortion Pill
The Supreme Court has rejected an effort by abortion opponents to limit access to a commonly-used abortion drug. Correspondent Linda Kenyon has the story from Washington.
  
Trump Returns To Washington
Former President Donald Trump has returned to Capitol Hill, his first appearance since the Capitol riot. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the meeting with Congressional GOP members focused on unity, the 2024 election, and the future.
 
Senate GOP Blocks In-Vitro Bill
Democrats on Capitol Hill are frustrated with Senate Republicans who blocked a bill with protections surrounding In-vitro Fertilization. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
  
Elon Musk’s Big Payday
Tesla shareholders overwhelmingly voted to approve a $56 billion dollar pay package for their CEO Elon Musk, five months after a judge ordered the company to rescind the deal, finding it had been improperly granted by the board. 
  
No Pardon
President Biden is ruling out a pardon for his son, Hunter, after his conviction on felony gun charges. Bob Brown has the story.
  
Pot Is On Its Way
Facing a lawsuit from Martha’s Vineyard over a severe marijuana shortage, the state of Massachusetts now says that pot can be transported to the island as well as Nantucket.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer has the details.
   
Ukraine’s Big G-7 Deal
At the G-7 Summit in Italy, the U.S. and Ukraine have signed a 10-year long-term security deal to help Kyiv's fight against Russia. As Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, as for where the money to finance Ukraine’s security will come from, President Biden says that will be from frozen assets from the Kremlin’s coffers.
  
Pro-Palestinian Demonstrations Grow Dangerous
Anti-Israel demonstrations continue, and the number of antisemitic crimes is growing in the U-S. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest on a destructive protest in California, and a potential ban on masks in parts of New York.
  
Prices Falling
Good news for your bottom line as a government report shows wholesale prices dropped last month.  Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.
  
Reaction To DOJ’s Phoenix Report
Saying they “kill civilians without justification,” the Department of Justice released a 126-page report slamming the practices of the Phoenix, Arizona police department as a part of a federal civil rights probe. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
  
More Rain Coming
Most of South Florida is seeing life-threatening flooding after as much as two feet of rain has fallen in 48 hours, and more is expected. Pamela Furr has the latest.
  
Mail-In Request
The Biden campaign is asking Republicans to drop their legal challenges to mail-in voting.  Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports that their request comes after former President Trump encouraged voters to use that ballot option for the November election.
 
Tragic Discovery
A 4-year-old girl was found dead in Mississippi just hours after an Amber Alert was issued for her and her 6-year-old sister, both of whom were abducted from their Louisiana home.  
 
Gershkovich To Face Trial
An American reporter for the Wall Street Journal who has been detained in Russia for over a year has now been told he will face a trial. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports.
 
Tech News
Google announced a partnership with a Warren Buffet conglomerate to tap into clean geothermal power for Nevada.  Here’s Chuck Palm with today's tech report.
 
Finally  
They went their separate ways decades ago, but now a gospel soul group has found a surprisingly new popularity. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.
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Garland In Contempt
Contempt of Congress – that's the resolution passed on Wednesday in the House making Merrick Garland the third ever attorney general to be held in contempt. Pamela Furr has the story.  
  
Hamas Has New Demands
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has told Hamas that it’s time for haggling to stop after the terror group proposed numerous changes to a US-led peace plan for Gaza. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
  
Officers Shot In Illinois
Three Sheriff's Deputies in Illinois are recovering after being shot inside a gated community while responding to a 9-1-1 call. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the details. 
  
Severe Florida Storms
A state of emergency has been declared in South Florida due to severe storms and flooding, at a time when hurricane season is arriving. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
 
Help For Alzheimers
There’s renewed hope for people with Alzheimer's, thanks to a new drug which the FDA is considering for approval. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
  
Six Decade Mystery Solved
It mysteriously vanished in 1971, and after decades of searches and theories as to what happened, a mystery that has baffled many in the Northeast for more than 50 years has come to an end. Correspondent Norman Hall reports on the discovery in Vermont of a long missing jet and its passengers.
   
Trump To The Capital
Former President Trump will be on Capitol Hill today for a strategy session with Congressional Republican leaders. John Stolnis has a preview from Washington.
  
Rates Holding
The Federal Reserve says it's seeing progress in lowering inflation but not enough.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports it's downgrading the outlook for cutting its benchmark interest rate for now.
  
Convention Update
The Southern Baptist Convention made its stance clear on two controversial issues in America this week during its annual meeting. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
  
Will There Be An Impact
There are questions as to whether Hunter Biden's gun trial and guilty verdict will have an effect on the president's reelection bid.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
  
Biden To The G-7
President Biden aims to bolster support for Ukraine as he travels back to Europe, this time for a summit in Italy. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.
   
Russians To The Caribbean
The US is keeping a watchful eye on Russian naval exercises in the Caribbean. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports.
  
NY’s Anti-Israel Vandalism
The home of the director of New York’s Brooklyn Museum was defaced, allegedly by anti-Israel protesters.  Julie Walker has more on the investigation.
  
Tech News
Do you have a gadget dad, or techie father-in-law? Chuck Palm has some last minute gift ideas for your "old man" on today's tech report.
   
Finally  
One of the most iconic players in basketball history has died. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
  
A big change is coming to an annual July 4th event, as the longtime champion is out of the famous Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating contest. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
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Hunter Biden Guilty
President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden was convicted on three felony counts of a federal gun charge in Delaware. John Stolnis has more on the White House reaction and what's next for Hunter.
  
It’s Up To Hamas
Saying it all hinges on the terrorist group Hamas, Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the Middle East pushing a US-backed proposal for a Gaza cease-fire, one that Israel has approved. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
   
Possible Terrorists Captured
Eight foreign national with reported ties to ISIS have been arrested in recent days by U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the details.
  
Judge Blocks Florida’s Gender Care Law
Calling it unconstitutional, a federal judge struck down a law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis that blocked gender-affirming care for transgender minors in Florida and severely restricted such treatment for adults. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer has details.
 
Officers Indicted In Florida Shooting
Four officers have been indicted for a shootout in Florida that left several dead. Correspondent Jennifer King has details.
  
The Sandy Hook Graduates
Twelve years after a school shooting that shocked the nation, there is a special message that the children who survived the 2012 Sandy Hook massacre had to say during their high school graduation. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.
   
Peace Plan Reaction
The Israel-Hamas war continues despite a U-N proposal backed by the United States and Israel. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest.
  
Gas Prices Falling
Good news at the pump, as gas prices seem to be going down as we head into the summer months. Here is correspondent Shelly Adler.
  
Pamela Smart’s Admission
A woman in prison for plotting her husband's murder is hoping to get out of jail after she finally admitted taking part in the crime. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
  
Atlanta Mall Shooting
Shoppers at an Atlanta mall were left in terror after a shooter opened fire at the food court. Correspondent Norman Hall has the update.
  
Kentucky Missing Baby
A massive search is underway in Kentucky for a missing eight-month-old girl, and police have arrested five people as a part of their investigation, including the baby’s parents and grandparents. Katie Clark has the details.
   
Raises At The Waffle House
Employees at Waffle House restaurants across the nation will soon receive more take-home pay, pushing up their salaries following a years-long effort, but someone’s going to have to pay for that increase. Lisa Dwyer explains.
   
Chemical Concerns
There’s concern in Southeast Louisiana after researchers find high levels of dangerous chemicals that can threaten residents. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.
  
Bus Hijacked
It was a rush hour that some may never forget when a person hijacked a city bus in Atlanta, leading police on a chase through two Georgia counties. 
  
Finally  
Disney theme parks are rebranding a ride that had been associated with a movie that contained racist cliches. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.
  
A Motown legend was rushed to a hospital, and faced scorn and rebuke because emergency room workers didn’t believe who he was. America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay tells us what happened next.
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Hunter Biden Case To The Jury
Jurors in Wilmington, Delaware were handed the case against Hunter Biden as the prosecution and defense both finished their closing arguments on Monday. As correspondent Julie Walker reports, the jury deliberations in the case involving filing false statements in filling out paperwork to purchase a handgun will continue today in the first-ever federal trial of the son of a sitting US President.
  
It’s Up To Hamas
A U.S.-backed deal received the overwhelming support of the United Nations Security Council, putting the ball in the court of Hamas to stop the fighting in Gaza. John Stolnis has the details from Washington.
  
Trump’s Probation Officer Meeting
Former President Donald Trump reportedly met with a probation officer as he awaits sentencing in his New York hush money trial. Correspondent Clayton Neville has the details.
  
Wisconsin’s Abortion Vote
Wisconsin's Supreme Court is once again in the spotlight, in a battleground state that just placed abortion on the ballot. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.
 
Trump Liquor Licenses In Peril
The felony convictions now hanging over former President Donald Trump could cost him money. As Lisa Dwyer reports, due to the laws of the state of New Jersey, the liquor licenses at some of his golf courses could be taken away.
  
Channel Reopened
After nearly two and a half months since the Francis Scott Key Bridge was brought crashing down when it was struck by a cargo vessel killing six bridge construction workers, authorities have now fully reopened a key shipping channel into the Port of Baltimore. 
   
New Concerns For Alito
A secret audio recording is prompting criticism of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito, with one Democrat senator saying his answers raise questions regarding impartiality. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
  
Montana’s Senate Debate
A Senate race in Montana is considered one of the most-watched in the nation because it could tip the balance of power on Capitol Hill. The two candidates for that hotly contested Senate seat debated for the first time. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.
  
In Search Of Pot
We’ve heard of supply chain shortages, a shortage of toilet paper during the pandemic, and at one time even baby formula in short supply. But as correspondent Julie Walker tells us, in the Massachusetts haven of Martha's Vineyard, what you now cannot find is the availability of marijuana – a pot problem that has now led to a lawsuit.
  
Miami Fire Arrest
One man is in custody after Miami firefighters battled one of the biggest fires in city history. As correspondent Sue Aller reports, the fire may have been set to cover up a shooting.
  
Another Massive Recall
Following a massive recall the previous day from Kia, now carmaker Chrysler is recalling more than 211-thousand SUVs and pickup trucks in the U.S. Correspondent Mike Hempen tells us why.
   
LA Socialite To Prison
A wealthy California woman who co-founded a burn center foundation in the Los Angeles area will spend the next 15 years behind bars, sentenced to prison for the hit-and-run killings of two children walking in a crosswalk nearly 3 years ago. 
   
King Advisor Passes Away
A famous civil rights activist who advised and worked closely with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. has passed away. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
  
Tech News
Apple announced at their Worldwide Developers Conference that future releases of iOS and Siri will come with Chat GPT installed automatically. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s Tech news.
 
Finally  
A comedy club and a famous comedian are blaming each other for hecklers.  Kevin Carr has the details.
  
There's a new waring about shellfish from the Pacific Northwest. Lisa Dwyer reports.
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Israeli Hostage Rescue Reaction
Over the weekend, the Israeli military conducted a raid in central Gaza resulting in the recovery of four hostages being held by Hamas since the October 7th attack. John Stolnis has the details.
  
Biden’s D-Day Weekend
President Joe Biden wrapped up his trip to France taking part as the Allies leader in events marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day with a visit to an American military cemetery outside of Paris. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
   
Reaction To Biden’s Border Order
It's been days since President Biden implemented an Executive Order at the Southern Border, meant to slow down a surge of migration, and correspondent Clayton Neville reports there are immediate implications.
  
Update On SCOTUS Gifts
Member of the Supreme Court have issued financial disclosures, some receiving more gifts than others.  Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.
 
Trump To Meet With Probation Officer
Former President Donald Trump will appear in a virtual interview with his attorney at his side today with a New York City probation officer. 
  
Wedding 80 Years In The Making
It was a longtime coming for a World War Two veteran of D-Day, who finally tied the knot with his bride near the beach in Normandy where he came on shore in 1944. Correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports.
  
Israel Brings Home Four Hostages
In a military operation with weeks of planning, the Israeli military pulled off a daring raid against Hamas terrorists in the Gaza strip, rescuing four hostages. Israel’s government also allege that three of the hostages were kept by a journalist who works for Al Jazeera, allegedly paid by Hamas to keep the captives with his family. Correspondent Karen Chammas has details. 
  
Biden Returning From France
While President Joe Biden spent the weekend in France attending the 80th anniversary of D-Day events, former President Donald Trump held campaign rallies out west over the weekend. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.
  
Sharks In The Water
Three people were hurt in a series of shark attacks on Florida's Gulf Coast. The details from correspondent Julie Walker.
  
Wisconsin Mass Shooting
At least 10 people were hurt over the weekend in a mass shooting near the campus of the University of Wisconsin at Madison. Correspondent Pamela Furr has the details.
  
American Soldier’s Russian Trial
An American soldier who was arrested when he went to Russia to visit his girlfriend will soon be on trial. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.
   
Alleged Triple-Killer Caught
More details are emerging after a woman suspected to be involved in a triple murder in Virginia led police on a high-speed chase before being apprehended. Bob Brown has the story.
  
Tech News
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is expected to sign new proposed legislation cracking down on how kids get access to social media, and the ads they are exposed to. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s Tech news.
   
Finally  
If you own one of the nearly half a million Kia SUV’s recalled, your car could catch fire, whether it’s parked or being driven. Correspondent Norman Hall tells us why.
  
The Bad Boys are back and they led the way at the weekend box office. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.
  
The Emmy’s for daytime television were awarded. Kevin Carr has the wrap-up.
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Biden In France For D-Day Ceremonies
President Joe Biden marked the 80th anniversary of D-Day in France by honoring the bravery of the American and Allies World War II veterans who stormed the beaches of Normandy, turning the tide against Nazi Germany. Correspondent Sagar Meghani reports that Biden also discussed isolationism and the struggles against dictators that still go on today.
  
Bannon Facing Prison
One of Donald Trump's most loyal allies found out when he must report to prison for defying a Congressional subpoena investigating the January 6 riot at the Capitol. John Stolnis has more from Washington.
  
Latest In The Hunter Biden Trial
There was no shortage of shocking testimony. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports the prosecution’s most important witness against the president’s son, his sister-in-law-turned-girlfriend takes the stand in Hunter Biden's gun trial.
  
Random Car Shootings Kill One
One person is dead, and another behind bars, after a gunman in California opened fire on random cars. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that police took a 39-year-old man into custody, charged with suspicion of murder and 10 counts of attempted murder.
 
Smuggling Operation Stopped
There were a number of arrests and hospitalizations after a migrant smuggling operation was busted by police in Texas. Correspondent Jackie Quinn has the details.
   
Netanyahu Speaks To Congress In July
Congress announced late-Thursday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to speak to a joint session of Congress, now scheduled for late-July.  Correspondent Norman Hall reports there’s expected to be protests both outside and inside the Capitol for his visit.
    
Remembering D-Day
President Joe Biden delivered an address alongside the President of France in Normandy to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the President made comparisons to scenarios the world is facing today.
  
A New Tornado Alley
Serious weather hopscotched across parts of America. While the first heatwave of the year bakes parts of California and the Southwest, tornadoes touched down in the suburbs of Washington, DC and Detroit, Michigan with deadly results. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.
  
FBI Now Involved In Minnesota Fraud Trial
They’re on trial, accused of misusing millions of dollars in COVID relief funds, and now, the FBI is involved as someone tried to bribe one of the jurors with a bag full of money to say they’re “not guilty.” Pamela Furr has the details.
  
More Murders Linked To Gilgo Beach
A New York architect, already charged with killing four women, now faces two more murder cases in a series of deaths spanning three decades known as the Gilgo Beach killings. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
  
Starliner Docks With ISS
More history was made in space, but not without drama as technical glitches including a helium leak were repaired just before Boeing’s Starliner docked with the International Space Station.  Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.
   
Some Pelosi Attacker Charges Dropped
A judge on Thursday dismissed several state charges against the man who attacked former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband. 
  
Race Car Driver’s January 6 Arrest
A former professional race car driver and his son are the latest to face charges for their actions during the January 6, 2021 assault on the US Capitol. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
  
Seattle Officers In Trouble With The Law
Two Seattle Police officers may be in trouble with the law, after a video shows them beating a man at a bus stop with their batons.
  
Sports – Robert Workman  
NBA Finals and more.  
    
Finally  
Jolene is heading to Broadway. Entertainment correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on Dolly Parton creating a musical inspired by her life.
 
It’s the end of an era on ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ as Vanna White has bid an