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USA TODAY’s daily news podcast, The Excerpt (formerly 5 Things), brings you a curated mix of the most important headlines seven mornings a week. We also deliver special deep-dive episodes on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons on the most compelling topics in culture, entertainment, sports, politics, and more. Give us fifteen minutes a day, we'll give you all of the headlines, none of the chaos. Hosted by Taylor Wilson and Dana Taylor.  

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USA TODAY’s daily news podcast, The Excerpt (formerly 5 Things), brings you a curated mix of the most important headlines seven mornings a week. We also deliver special deep-dive episodes on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons on the most compelling topics in culture, entertainment, sports, politics, and more. Give us fifteen minutes a day, we'll give you all of the headlines, none of the chaos. Hosted by Taylor Wilson and Dana Taylor.  

    SPECIAL | Kentucky Derby celebrates 150th Run for the Roses

    SPECIAL | Kentucky Derby celebrates 150th Run for the Roses

    The gates at the iconic Kentucky Derby will officially open May 4th, marking its 150th anniversary.

    • 12 min
    Police order dispersal of gathering at UCLA as protests continue nationwide

    Police order dispersal of gathering at UCLA as protests continue nationwide

    Pro-Palestinian protests continue on college campuses nationwide.

    USA TODAY Congress and Campaigns Reporter Savannah Kuchar looks at the impact of Florida's six-week abortion ban. Plus, the Arizona Senate has voted to repeal a near-total 1864 abortion ban.

    RFK Jr. proposes a 'no-spoiler' pledge with President Joe Biden to defeat former President Donald Trump.

    The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady Wednesday.

    USA TODAY Health Reporter Karen Weintraub has the latest from a bird flu outbreak.




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    • 13 min
    SPECIAL | Women's basketball is bouncing back with fans

    SPECIAL | Women's basketball is bouncing back with fans

    Can Caitlin Clark break barriers for women's sports at the pro level like she did in college?

    • 13 min
    Police in riot gear storm into building held by pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia

    Police in riot gear storm into building held by pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia

    Police stormed a Columbia University building Tuesday amid ongoing protests.

    Former President Donald Trump's hush money trial continues.

    USA TODAY Congress, Campaigns and Democracy Reporter Karissa Waddick looks at why election polls matter.

    The Biden administration plans to drastically change federal rules on marijuana.

    USA TODAY Breaking News and Education Reporter Zach Schermele talks about the chaos caused for students nationwide amid delays in the college financial aid process.




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    • 14 min
    Columbia suspends protesting students

    Columbia suspends protesting students

    As campus protests continue nationwide, Columbia University has begun suspending students.

    USA TODAY National Political Correspondent David Jackson has the latest on a tight race between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.

    Four law enforcement officers were killed while serving a warrant in North Carolina.

    The death of Ohio man Frank Tyson, who told police 'I can't breathe,' has echoes of George Floyd.

    USA TODAY Money, Markets and Personal Finance Reporter Medora Lee explains why you're better off renting than buying a home in major U.S. cities.




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    • 11 min
    Campus protests multiply as demonstrators breach barriers at UCLA

    Campus protests multiply as demonstrators breach barriers at UCLA

    Campus protests continue nationwide over the war in Gaza.

    USA TODAY National Immigration Reporter Lauren Villagran discusses what Texas 'border czar' Mike Banks says about the border.

    Many states have enacted laws since 2021 that could limit voter access and inhibit the ability of officials to administer elections.

    USA TODAY Education Reporter Alia Wong examines the new AP African American Studies course.

    South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem defends shooting a family dog.




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    • 14 min

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