America In The Morning

Start your workday with America in the Morning, Westwood One’s award-winning magazine. News doesn’t stop when you’re sleeping so join host John Trout and his staff of correspondents as they report from around the country and around the globe. Follow America in the Morning for overnight developments, breaking national news, politics, entertainment, business and weather. Delivered right to your device every morning!

  1. 22H AGO

    Nationwide ICE Protests, Trump Threatens To Take Greenland By Force, Iran Cracks Down On Protests, Fed Chair's Subpoena

    Today on America in the MorningNationwide ICE Protests Over Minneapolis Shooting Over the weekend, protests against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency expanded as outrage continues to spill out following the death of Renee Good by an ICE agent last week in Minneapolis.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Trump Considering Military Action To Take Greenland Denmark and a US delegation will meet this week to discuss Greenland, which comes as President Trump is considering military action to take over the world’s largest island.  Powell Under Investigation Federal prosecutors are conducting a criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, over the more than $2 billion dollar renovation of the Central Bank’s headquarters in Washington, DC.    Arrest In Ohio Murders The ex-husband of an Ohio woman and her dentist husband was arrested in Illinois, charged with their murders.  Sue Aller reports on what led police after a 10-day manhunt to Michael McKee.   From J6 Arrest To Running For Office He was one of the people arrested for rioting at the Capitol on January 6, 2021, and was famously seen walking through the Capitol Rotunda carrying then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi's podium.  Lisa Dwyer reports that same man announced he’s is running for office in Florida.   Historic Comic Purchase When it first hit stores and newspaper stands, it sold for just 10 cents.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on a record breaking sale of a rare first Superman comic book.   Latest On Iran Protests There was panic on the streets of Los Angeles on Sunday when the driver of a U-Haul truck plowed into a group of people protesting against Iran’s government.    Trump Wants Cuba To Make A Deal President Trump is telling the government of Cuba to negotiate and make a deal before it’s too late, after announcing that no more oil or money from Venezuela will be going to Havana.   Another US Wave Of Attacks In Syria The United States military said that it hit multiple Islamic State targets across Syria in another retaliatory strike in response to an attack that killed American service members.   Mississippi Burning A person was taken into custody over the weekend after a fire ripped through a synagogue in Jackson, Mississippi, heavily damaging the historic house of worship in what authorities say was an act of arson.    EV & GM Slow electric vehicle sales is taking a big bite out of the bottom line for General Motors.  Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports.   Finally  It was a big night for One Battle After Another, The Studio, and The Pitt.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has a recap of the winners and losers of the 83rd Golden Globe Awards.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    39 min
  2. 3D AGO

    Developments In The Minneapolis ICE Shooting, House Passes ACA Subsidies, Senate Approves War Powers Vote, Greenland Meetings

    Today on America in the MorningNew Minneapolis ICE Shooting Developments There are multiple developments in the tragedy of a woman shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis Wednesday, including dueling accusations of who’s telling the truth.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson.   House Passes ACA Subsidies House Democrats were joined by Republicans in swing districts to pass a three-year extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credits that were at the center of the longest government shutdown in US history last year.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.  Senate Passes Venezuela War Powers The Senate on Thursday passed legislation that would force President Donald Trump to seek congressional approval before taking any new military action in Venezuela, a stunning rebuke for the White House and a vote that highlighted divisions within the GOP since the U.S. capture of President Nicolás Maduro.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Judge Rules Prosecutor Is Illegal A federal judge on Thursday ruled that the Trump administration’s pick to be the US Attorney for the Northern District of New York must stop his work on two ongoing criminal investigations into New York state attorney general Letitia James, saying the current choice of the Trump administration as prosecutor is not lawfully serving as a valid acting US Attorney.    Philadelphia House Of Horrors What police found in the car was shocking, but then they went to the man’s home.    Mamdani’s First Move Saying he’s following through with his promises, New York's mayor is announcing one of his first initiatives.  Ed Donahue reports.   Latest On ICE Shooting In Minneapolis Schools in Minneapolis will remain closed again today as protests continue following the death of a woman, shot and killed by an ICE agent after she did not heed officer’s calls to stop.    US Envoys To Meet With Denmark Envoys from Denmark and Greenland have gathered to discuss the latest talk from the White House regarding the United States either buying, annexing, paying Greenlanders to join the US, or taking the world’s largest island by force.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports this comes as Secretary of State Rubio is scheduled to meet with Danish officials in the coming days.   Protests Grow In Iran The situation in Iran seems to be spiraling out of control as the Iranian government cut off the country from the internet and international telephone calls Thursday as protests grew larger in nearly every Iranian city, including Tehran.  Correspondent Jon Gambrell reports people continue to be angry over business closures as the nation’s currency has collapsed.   Demand For Mistrial In Uvalde Case There was more bombshell testimony that played out in a Texas court, and the judge presiding over the Uvalde school shooting trial denied the defense’s motion for a mistrial.  Trump Offers Columbia WH Visit President Donald Trump abruptly changed his tone about his Colombian counterpart, Gustavo Petro, following a friendly phone call and offered to invite the leader of the South American country to the White House. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.   Utah Shooting An investigation is ongoing after a shooting outside a Mormon church in Utah.  The latest from correspondent Marcela Sanchez.   Home Buying Helping Hand In hopes of boosting home buying, President Trump is instructing the government to buy $200 billion dollars-worth of mortgage bonds.  The details from correspondent Lisa Dwyer.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    39 min
  3. 4D AGO

    ICE Shooting In Minneapolis Sparks Nationwide Protests, US Seizes Two Venezuelan Tankers, Rubio To Meet With Denmark, Senate Talks Obamacare Subsidies

    Today on America in the MorningICE Shooting In Minneapolis The nation’s immigration focus moved to Minneapolis Wednesday after an ICE agent shot and killed a woman attempting to drive away after being told to get out of her car.  The shooting, caught on multiple cameras, had led to outrage and protests on the streets of Minneapolis and spread nationwide in cities throughout the country Wednesday evening.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports there are conflicting accounts of what happened, with the Minneapolis mayor and Minnesota governor urging public calm as they demand ICE agents leave immediately.   US Captures Two More Venezuelan Tankers The United States intercepted two oil tankers, one east of Iceland that had painted a Russian flag on its hull.  This means the US military has now boarded four ships carrying Venezuelan oil.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   No More Post-Gazette The media footprint in Pittsburgh will be getting smaller as the largest newspaper in the Steel City that was founded in 1786 is shutting its doors for good.   Iowa Getting Education Help On the heels of the Trump administration cutting billions in funding to five Democrat-governed states for social services and child care over concerns of fraud, one state is now being given waivers for state education funding.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   California Paying The Price The state of California is paying a hefty fine to the government for a delay in revoking thousands of commercial driver’s licenses.  Lisa Dwyer has the story.   Alaska’s Weather Worries Alaska is used to snow and freezing cold, but not like this.  December in Southeast Alaska was one for the record books, with historic snow and cold.   Rubio To Meet With Denmark As talk from the Trump administration about annexing Greenland continues, Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to talk with Denmark next week.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports a number of European nations are pushing back on US talk of taking over the world’s largest island.   Fixing Healthcare With the clock ticking on another possible government shutdown, a bipartisan group of Senators are working to come up with a plan to bring back subsidies for the Affordable Care Act.   Available Jobs Down The latest job opening figures in the U.S. were not what some had hoped, showing the number of available jobs at the lowest level in more than a year.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.  Making Homes Affordable The White House wants to make owning a home more affordable.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.   Florida Plans Redistricting Another state is ramping up plans to redistrict months before the 2026 midterm elections.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports Florida is joining the redistricting battle - Audio courtesy WFSU-TV/The Florida Channel.   Ohio Deaths Remain A Mystery An investigation continues in Ohio into the murders of a dentist and his wife in their home on the day before New Year’s Eve.  Correspondent Bob Brown has the latest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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  4. 5D AGO

    Trump's Venezuela Oil Plan, Pushback Over Greenland Plans, Riveting Uvalde Testimony, Remembering January 6

    Today on America in the MorningTrump’s Venezuela Oil Plan President Trump announced on social media last night Venezuela will be turning over 30 to 50 million barrels of oil in the wake of the capture of their now-former president Nicholas Maduro over the weekend.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   EU & Democrats Against Trump’s Greenland Plans On Tuesday, following word from the White House that President Trump is discussing options as to how the US could acquire Greenland, whether by purchasing it or using military force, the UK, France and Germany were among a number of European nations demanding the United States respect fellow NATO member Denmark and Greenland’s sovereignty.  This comes as Arizona’s Ruben Gallego plans to introduce a resolution in the Senate for block Trump from invading Greenland by force.  The latest from correspondent Charles de Ledesma.   Planning For A Post-War Ukraine Ukraine's European allies announced they will provide multilayered defense guarantees as part of a peace proposal with Russia, once there’s a treaty in place.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the proposal also has the backing of President Trump’s envoys who attended the meeting.   Teachers Suing Texas One of Texas’ largest teacher unions is suing the state to block the Education Commissioner from investigating teachers accused of inappropriate remarks about conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination on social media.   Abortion Ban Removed In Wyoming Abortion is now legal in Wyoming, as well as using abortion pills, after the Republican-appointed state Supreme Court struck down the Wyoming near-total ban.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.   Hilton Responds To ICE Block Hilton is removing a Minneapolis hotel from their hotel chain after one of their branded properties denied ICE agents from booking rooms.    Remembering January 6 Tuesday marked the fifth anniversary of the January 6, 2021 riot at the United States Capitol, which came after President Trump held a “Stop the Steal” rally outside the White House hours before on that fateful day.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.   Situation Worsens In Iran The death toll is rising in Iran as demonstrations against the current regime intensifies.  Correspondent Jon Gambrell reports security forces have clashed with protesters leaving at least three dozen dead and scores more injured, which comes as the Islamic Republic’s currency crashed against the Dollar and the nation’s inflation rate is among the highest in the world.   Riveting Uvalde Testimony There was sensational testimony in a Texas court as the trial against a former police officer involved in the law response to the Uvalde school shooting.   Congressman Passes Away A Republican member of Congress has passed away suddenly, leaving the House GOP’s slim majority even thinner.  Correspondent Sue Aller has details.  Subsidies Taken Away Five states, all led by Democrat governors, are losing some federal funding that subsidizes daycare and job training programs.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports at least one of those state leaders is vowing a court fight.   New Brown University Shooting Details New details are emerging into the deadly shooting at Brown University last year.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports.   Finally   The new CBS Evening News has started off with a number of problems that even the new anchor is calling “a bit terrifying.”  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    40 min
  5. 6D AGO

    Maduro Appears In Court As UN Discusses US-Venezuela, Walz Drops Gubernatorial Bid, Vance Home Vandalized, Kelly Loses Rank & Pay

    Today on America in the MorningLatest On US Attack On Venezuela  As Congress returns from its Christmas break, lawmakers are continuing to react to the US military operation over the weekend that saw Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro captured and brought to the US on drug charges.  John Stolnis has more from Washington. Walz Ends Minnesota Campaign In a surprise move that throws the Minnesota governor’s race into complete disarray, Tim Walz announced he is ending his bid for another term as Minnesota's governor.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on what led Walz to end his attempt at a third term – audio courtesy of KMSP-TV Minneapolis.   Vance’s Home Vandalized A man is under arrest, accused of vandalizing the Cincinnati-area home of Vice President JD Vance, and damaging a vehicle belonging to the US Secret Service.  Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on the police response and the suspect, identified as 26-year-old William DeFoor - Audio courtesy of WLWT-TV Cincinnati.   Denmark & NATO’s Greenland Concerns As the Trump administration continues to pursue desires to annex Greenland, Denmark’s leader has serious concerns the US will follow through with that desire, and what that would mean for NATO.   Worldwide Demonstrations Against The US Over Venezuela Demonstrations against the United States arrest of Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro are spreading overseas, and in some cases, including violence.   Judge OK Medicaid Data For Immigraiton A federal judge has ruled that some Medicaid data can once again be shared with immigration authorities and ICE for deportation cases.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Maduro In Court As UN Discusses US Assault It was a busy day in New York City on Monday on two fronts regarding the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro, who faced a judge in a Manhattan Federal court for the first time pleading not guilty to drug trafficking charges, while at the United Nations, a debate grew for and against the US military action and Maduro’s arrest in the UN Security Council.  Correspondent Julie Walker has the story.   Protests Over US Move On Venezuela At the White House, selected members of Congress met with President Trump and members of the administration to receive a briefing on the US action in Venezuela.  There were protests in a number of capital cities around the world against the United States.  In Caracas, correspondent Luke Garratt reports Delcy Rodríguez has been named Venezuela's interim president after Maduro's arrest, and President Trump, who has stated that the US is not at war with Venezuela, said the new interim leader must work with the United States moving forward.   Kelly Loses Rank & Pay Over Video They're cutting his rank and his retirement pay.  Correspondent Joan Jones with the story on what the Pentagon has decided to do about former astronaut and current Arizona Senator Mark Kelly after he took part in a video advising military members to ignore what he called "unlawful orders."   Uvalde Court Hearing Explosive testimony is underway in a Texas court where a jury will decide whether a police officer should be held criminally responsible in connection with one of the worst school shootings in American history.  Finally   It’s highly likely you know someone who has come down with a case of the flu, as the CDC is saying that flu-like illnesses has reached the highest level recorded since 1997.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    40 min
  6. JAN 5

    Latest On US Attack On Venezuela, Maduro In NYC Court Today, Protests For & Against Maduro Arrest, Denmark Tells Trump To Leave Greenland Alone

    Today on America in the MorningLatest On US Attack On Venezuela More details are being learned and the world continues to talk about the United States' military operation to capture Nicholas Maduro and bring him to the U.S. to face drug charges, and what will happen next in Venezuela.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.   Worldwide Reaction To Maduro Arrest Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro’s first court appearance is scheduled for today in New York City, and while he and his wife may have spent a couple of nights quietly held in a Brooklyn jail, it is anything BUT quiet back in Venezuela and most of South America.  More on that from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Maduro’s Court Appearance Today There is a legal debate growing as to the arrest by the United States of Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on the legal questions prosecutors may face in relation to immunity for foreign leaders.   Uvalde Court Case Begins What happened during the first critical minutes inside Uvalde’s Robb Elementary School will be in focus as the first criminal trial over the delayed law enforcement response to the deadly 2022 school shooting is scheduled to start today in a Texas courtroom.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.   Denmark Demands Trump Leave Greenland Alone The prime minister of Denmark is demanding that President Trump and his administration stop making threats about taking over Greenland.   Judge Resigns Embattled Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan who was convicted of obstruction last month for helping an immigrant evade federal officers, has sent her resignation letter to the state’s governor.    Reaction To US Capture Of Maduro Nations around the world and both here in the United States and in Venezuela there’s reaction to the U.S. military attack that captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on that reaction, including from President Trump who says that for new, the US will be in charge of running Venezuela.   Airlines Impacted By Venezuelan Assault Airline flights on Saturday were canceled from Puerto Rico to Aruba and at island airports throughout the Caribbean as the United States closed off airspace for use solely by US military aircraft.    Protests For & Against Maduro After being captured, Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro and his wife were brought to New York where they were transferred to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, and they will both be in a Federal courtroom at 12 noon local time today. Correspondent Julie Walker has that part of the story.   Iranian Protests Escalate The United States is keeping a watchful eye on events in Iran, where widespread protests sparked by economic outrage have spread and led to the Iranian military trying to quell the protesters, a move that President Trump says could bring a US military response against the Iranian government.  Remembering A Delaware State Trooper Thousands of Delaware residents lined up for more than a mile over the weekend to pay tribute to State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook, who was shot and killed while working overtime at a state Division of Motor Vehicles office two days before Christmas.   Finally   There was tragedy in Arizona after a helicopter crashed in the Grand Canyon.    Police in Columbus, Ohio seem to be no closer to figuring out who killed a dentist and his wife last week.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    40 min
  7. JAN 2

    President Trump Interviewed by WSJ, Mayor Mamdani Give Inaugural Address, Deadly Fire in Switzerland

    Today on America in the Morning    President Trump Interviewed by WSJ  President Trump sat down with the Wall Street Journal to discuss his health, with rumors online debating just how healthy the President is. John Stolnis has more from Washington.    Mamdani Holds Public Ceremony  New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani held a public swearing in ceremony on Thursday after being officially sworn in a private ceremony minutes after the ball drop in Times Square. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on what the new mayor had to say in his inaugural address.      Deadly Fire at Swiss New Year’s Party  At least 40 people are dead after a fire in a Swiss ski resort bar. The President of Switzerland says it one of the country's worst disasters.  U.S. Continues Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports the U.S. military has launched more strikes against alleged drugs boats.    Putin and Zelensky Give Dueling New Year’s Messages  Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelensky both issued new year’s messages. However, their messages had very different focal points.     Protests in Iran Turn Deadly  Multiple people have died in protests around Iran. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports the protesters are upset over the economic conditions in the country.    NCAA Clarifies Rules for Recruiting  The NCAA is clarifying whether players who have previously signed professional contracts can be eligible to play at the college level. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.    New Items Enter Public Domain  A new year means a new batch of things enter into the public domain. For 2026 this includes characters like Betty Bop and Blondie.     More Artists Cancel Trump-Kennedy Center Appearances  Artists continue to cancel appearances at the Kennedy Center. Correspondent Ben Thomas explains why.    Health Insurance Subsidies Expire  The health insurance subsidies that were at the center of the debate during the government shutdown have now expired with lawmakers on Capitol Hill failing to find a replacement. Correspondent Ed Donahue details what that will mean for the health insurance premiums for millions of Americans.    President Trump Delays Some Tariffs  President Trump has signed an order delaying some tariffs for at least a year. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports that some of the goods impacted include kitchen cabinets and vanities.      DOJ Continues to Process Epstein Files  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports that attorneys at the Department of Justice continue to pour over millions of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.    CA Delays Revoking Immigrant Licenses  Correspondent Donna Warder reports that California is holding off on revoking the commercial driver's licenses of thousands of immigrants.    Ukraine War Continues  Russia is again accusing Ukraine of launching a deadly drone strike. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports the strike comes as tensions continue to escalate amid peace talks.    Scientists Find Way to Extend Rechargeable Battery Life  Scientists have discovered a solution to the rechargeable battery problems of short lifespans and potential fire hazards, leading to safter, longer life batteries coming soon.  The new old tech guy Chuck Palm has that story  Finally  A smaller film looking at the challenges of growing up opens this weekend. Correspondent Kevin Carr has more.       MTV’s music channels are no more. The company made the decision to end the 24/7 music channels that had been broadcasting music non-stop since their inception.    America in the Morning from Westwood One   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    35 min
  8. JAN 1

    World Welcomes the New Year, Trump Issues First Vetoes, Venezuelan Oil Tanker Avoids U.S.

    Today on America in the Morning    The World Welcomes the New Year  Another year is in the book as thousands of people around the world gathered to celebrate the new year, including the thousands of celebrants who flocked to Times Square in New York City to watch the ball drop.    Trump Issues First Vetoes  President Trump has issued the first two vetoes of his second term. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer has details.      Venezuelan Oil Tanker Avoids U.S.  A Venezuelan oil tanker being pursued by the U.S. appears to have painted a Russian flag on its side, signaling its claiming Russian protection.     National Forecast  The New Year begins as the previous one ended with a storm system bringing showers to the West Coast states. Meteorologist Matt Rinde has your national forecast.    Congress Releases Jack Smith Testimony  Congress has released the full transcript of the closed-door testimony of former special counsel Jack Smith.    Trump Admin Says It Won’t Detain Kilmar Abrego-Garcia  A federal judge has expressed concerns around immigration officials plans for Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Correspondent Ben Thomas reports.      Business News  Wall Street is quiet this morning as the markets are closed for the New Year’s holiday. Jessica Ettinger has your Thursday business.    Search Resumes for Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370  The search has resumed for Malaysian Airlines flight MH370. Correspondent Donna Warder reports the company involved in the search has agreed to an all-or-nothing plan.     Iranian Government Appoints New Finance Chief  The Iranian government has appointed a new finance chief. Correspondent Charles De Ledesma says the move comes as protests break out over severe inflation in the country.      Remembering Richard Smallwood  Correspondent Julie Walker takes a look at the life and legacy of legendary gospel singer Richard Smallwood.      Pope Leo Delivers New Year’s Message  Pope Leo delivered his last remarks of the year during a New Year’s service at the Vatican. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports his final words of the year took the form of a prayer.      President Trump Announces National Guard Troops Heading Home  President Trump announces he will remove National Guard troops from several U.S. cities.       Zohran Mamdani Sworn Into Office  At the stroke of midnight, the ball drop on Times Square wasn't the only action taking place in New York City. Democratic Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani was being sworn in as the city's new mayor...in a most unusual place: an abandoned Old City Hall subway station. Joan Jones has that story      New Details Emerge About Venezuela Strike  More details are emerging about the U.S. strike on an alleged drug port in Venezuela. Correspondent Aamer Madhani reports it’s not the U.S. military who is taking credit for the operation.      Granddaughter of JFK Dies  The granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy has passed away after a battle with Cancer. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports.       Body of Missing TX Teen Found  Officials in Texas have confirmed they have found the body of Camila Mendoza Olmos, and say they believe she died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.    Member of U.K. Royal Family Opens Up About Being Assaulted  A member of the Royal Family is opening about a decades old assault. Correspondent Ed Donahue has details.      Study Finds AI Helps With Creativity  New research challenges the common concern that artificial intelligence stifles human creativity. The new old tech guy, Chuck Palm, has that story.    America in the Morning from Westwood One   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Start your workday with America in the Morning, Westwood One’s award-winning magazine. News doesn’t stop when you’re sleeping so join host John Trout and his staff of correspondents as they report from around the country and around the globe. Follow America in the Morning for overnight developments, breaking national news, politics, entertainment, business and weather. Delivered right to your device every morning!

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