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Clancy Trial Turmoil

A week of jury deliberations have left all parties in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial at wits end as it appears a single juror is preventing the Massachusetts jury from reaching a unanimous decision.  Ed Donahue reports the judge on Thursday, who has spurned a defense lawyer’s request to remove the juror, has threatened to announce a mistrial.

SCOTUS Sent Mail-In Ballot Case

The battle over mail-in voting is headed back to the U.S. Supreme Court — with the November midterm elections now just two months away.  Joan Jones has the details of a case that is leaving how individual states handle elections hanging in the balance.

Bartiromo Fired

Without warning, and after she ended her morning program on Thursday, Fox Business abruptly fired one of its best-known members of their news team.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports President Trump ally and longtime host Maria Bartiromo has left Fox News Media.

Candidate Facing Charges

A Republican candidate for state representative in Missouri is facing a federal charge over allegations he instructed his former campaign manager to plant drugs on a political opponent.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Remembering Gloria Steinem

The most visible symbol of the women's movement in the U.S. has died. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports that feminist leader Gloria Steinem has passed away at her New York City home at the age of 92.

Billionaire Sues House Committee

Billionaire investor Leon Black has refused to appear for a deposition in a House panel's Jeffrey Epstein probe, and then took an unprecedented step in the House investigation process.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.

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US & Iran Trade More Attacks

Iran is accusing the United States of launching military strikes that they claim hit a wedding party in their country, killing at least five people and wounding dozens.  John Stolnis reports Iran responded by attacking US military assets in the region.

Still No Verdict But An Arrest Made

The jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial remains deadlocked, telling the judge they cannot reach a verdict, but that’s not stopping the judge sending back the jury for another day today in hopes they can come to a decision.  Correspondent Julie Walker has the latest details of the Massachusetts trial, including a threat by the judge to declare a mistrial, as well as an incident involving a woman who was filming in the court and later arrested.

Minneapolis Mass Shooting

Three people are dead, including the gunman, and at least six others were injured in a mass shooting Wednesday afternoon in downtown Minneapolis. 

DOJ Sues Kansas School System

The Department of Justice is suing a Kansas school district over a district policy that it says facilitates "secret gender transitions."  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Sailor’s Vacation

Sailors from the USS Abraham Lincoln who spent months in the war zone near Iran are finally off the ship, and in a much friendlier location.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports the crew is taking a much-deserved shore leave in Thailand before they head back to the

Venezuelan Oil

Just days after the US and Venezuela struck a deal for oil, Chevron announced it will expand its operations to the South American nation.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the push to produce oil in Venezuela and what it will take to get that oil moving.

Flooding In Texas

Heavy rain from Tropical Depression Edouard is causing major flooding in parts of Texas and Louisiana.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.

Mullin’s Close Call

A U.S. Coast Guard plane carrying Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin was forced to make an emergency landing after reporting that one of its two engines had failed. 

Parents Of Missing Child Arrested

A massive search for a missing five-year-old girl on the South Carolina coast ended with the discovery of her body in a lake, and now her parents who went to Tennessee are under arrest.  Details from correspondent Rich Johnson.

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Another Day Of Attacks

After just over a month without military strikes by Iran or the U.S., Monday and Tuesday have seen the two adversaries trading missile attacks once again, but President Trump says this escalation is not meant to force Iran to the bargaining table.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington.

Edouard Makes Landfall

Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall near the Texas–Louisiana border Tuesday morning and the flooding threat continues to be a concern in the Lone Star State.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.

No Verdict In Clancy Trial

Today begins day 5 of the deliberations in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial in Massachusetts, and while a jury says it can't agree on a verdict, they were sent back by the judge to find a consensus.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.

Bank VP Killed In NYC Stabbings

More is being learned about the knife-wielding woman who killed one woman and lunged at police officers before she was shot and killed.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that woman randomly stabbed to death in New York City's Times Square was a bank vice president who had just returned to work from her maternity leave.

Massachusetts Markey Landslide

Senator Ed Markey has fended off a challenge from Congressman Seth Moulton in the Massachusetts Democrat primary for Senate. 

Romo’s Plea

A former football quarterback-turned-TV broadcaster has pleaded no contest after his arrest for drunk driving.  Correspondent Jennifer King has the latest on former Dallas Cowboys star and CBS TV analyst Tony Romo.

Mail-In Whistleblower

A government whistleblower says the Postal Service's effort to comply with President Trump's mail balloting executive order is rushed and sloppy, and that’s raising red flags both for states which heavily rely on mail-in voting, and in Congress.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.

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Trump Discusses Latest US-Iran Attacks

After the Islamic Republic of Iran unsuccessfully targeted US forces in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates, President Trump told Fox News Monday he would hit them hard in retaliation.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.

Grand Canyon Flash Flood

Two people, including a chiropractor from Texas, are confirmed dead and the search continues in the Grand Canyon following flash flooding that came without warning.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports on just how fast the situation can turn from peaceful hiking to a race for your life.

Times Square Stabbings

There was chaos in the heart of Midtown Manhattan when a woman stabbed two people in Times Square before she lunged at officers,

SCOTUS Rules On Ballroom

Construction on a White House ballroom can legally continue after a split decision by the U-S Supreme Court on Monday.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Army Secretary Resigns

In a surprise move, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation to President Trump after clashing with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Edouard Heads To Texas

It’s far from a Category 5 hurricane, but it will still have destructive power.  Texas is bracing for a tropical storm as it churns towards the state's Gulf coast.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports on what’s being called potential Tropical Storm 5, named Edouard. 

Seattle Schools Facing Teacher’s Strike

Just what parents in the Pacific Northwest did not want to hear – with the first day of school tomorrow there may not be a school to go to.  The clock is ticking in contract talks between public school teachers in Seattle and the district, but classes won’t start on schedule unless both sides agree on a new deal.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson in Seattle.

Finally  

Thirty years after the murder of Tupac Shakur, justice was served in a Las Vegas courtroom. 

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US & Iran Trade Attacks

US forces ended a lull in military action against Iran on Sunday, targeting rocket launchers by the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran retaliated by firing ballistic missiles at a US military facility in Jordan, with Jordanian armed forces claiming they intercepted 8 of the missiles, but explosions were still heard in the area.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has the latest on the first attack by US forces on Iranian targets since July 29. 

Clancy Trial Deliberations Continue

The jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial were sent home by the judge after deliberating on Friday, and those deliberations will resume today in Plymouth, Massachusetts.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that the jury needs to consider the 22 days of testimony from more than 80 witnesses, maternal mental health, and the deaths of her kids.  

US-Venezuelan Oil Deal Reaction

President Trump says his oil deal with Venezuela will open up the US to vast amounts of oil, and will also refill the US Strategic Petroleum

Grand Canyon Flash Flood

As many as 15 people are missing and one person is dead in Arizona in Grand Canyon National Park, and dozens have been evacuated after parts of the canyon were hit by "significant" flash flooding, which swept large boulders, metal structures and other debris into the Colorado River.  

Trade War Of Words

The war of words between the United States and their long-time close ally Canada as a result of their brewing trade war has spilled over into the name of one of the Great Lakes.  John Stolnis has more from Washington.  

South Carolina Police Officer Killed

One police officer is dead and a second was injured in a shooting at a South Carolina park over the weekend.  The details from correspondent Julie Walker.

Trump Targets NBC’s Reporter

President Trump said in a Truth Social post on Sunday that NBC's Kristen Welker will be reported to the Federal Communications Commission for comments she made in a weekend interview.  Correspondent Clayton

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Trade War’s Water Name Change

President Trump announced he’s renaming Lake Ontario to become Lake America as he escalates his trade war with Canada.  Steve Futterman reports this follow’s Canada’s move to enact retaliatory 50 percent

The Marine One Close Call

An investigation into the close call between a passenger jet and Marine One, the president’s helicopter on August 4, found that air traffic controllers failed to halt flights as required by safety protocols.  As correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports, also at fault, construction at the White House appears to have interfered with radio contact between the pilots and Reagan National Airport just a few miles away – audio courtesy of ATC dot com.

Americans Missing In Nepal

President Trump says the U-S is sending aid to Nepal following deadly flooding and landslides. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports a number of Americans are among the more than 1,400 still missing.

Military Concerns

There is concern after reports surfaced that the U.S. is looking at a 'critical shortage' of missile interceptors in Europe.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.

Clancy Trial To The Jury

Closing arguments have finished in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial in Massachusetts.  Ed Donahue reports the jury deliberations have begun, weighing mental health and murder.

Karoline’s Farewell

Karoline Leavitt said goodbye to the White House on Thursday, ending a historic run as President Trump's press secretary.  Correspondent

Kennedy Center Back In Court

The back-and-forth involving the Kennedy Center continues, as representatives of the Washington landmark are doubling down to reinstall President Trump’s name, which will be in the hands of a judge who had pointed questions for the DOJ lawyers.  Jennifer King reports.

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Trade War Blame

The US – Canada trade war may center on tariffs, but it’s also about winning hearts and minds for officials on both sides of the border, as both nations are digging in and prices for many goods will be going up.  The latest from correspondent Rich Johnson. 

Mail-In Voting Lawsuits

A federal judge is removing a major legal roadblock to President Trump's order for restrictions on mail-in voting.  As Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, this is now leading several Democrat-controlled states to file lawsuits challenging the president’s vote by mail executive order.  

Worldwide Tributes For Dolly Parton

From small mountain towns to Hollywood and around the world, tributes are pouring in following the death of Dolly Parton due to a bout with

Judge’s Ruling On ICE Extradition

A federal judge in Texas is weighing in on a push from Minnesota officials to extradite an ICE Officer accused of shooting a Venezuelan migrant in the leg earlier this year.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.  

Maine Watchers

A Republican candidate in Maine has a plan to get federal law enforcement to watch over voting booths for the November election.  Jennifer King reports it would involve a phone call to President Trump.  

Two Dan Sullivans For Senate

It’s now official in the 49th State – there will be two Dan Sullivans on the ballot for US Senate.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on an Alaska race in which one candidate is being accused of purposely confusing voters.  

Police Discuss Billings Mass Killings

More is being learned about the man who killed 8 members of his own family in Billings, Montana, and police have released the 9-1-1 call and told more about what they found when they arrived at the home that he set

Tight Texas Race

Polling shows the high-profile Senate race in Texas is a close one, as Democrats have aspirations to flip the Lone Star State from red to blue. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports court documents are being requested surrounding an alleged connection to fraud by the Republican in the race.  

Clancy Trial Testimony Ends

The murder trial of Massachusetts mother Lindsay Clancy is now moving toward closing arguments. Testimony wrapped up Wednesday. Closing arguments are next.  Correspondent Joan Jones has details.

Visa’s Halted

The Trump administration has paused processing of immigrant visas, which allow recipients to move permanently to the U.S., to train visa officers on new guidance ensuring that applicants have enough financial means to support themselves after they arrive.   

Finally  

Rocky Horror’s Dr. Frank-N-Furter has passed away.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the details on the passing of actor and singer Tim Curry.

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Remembering Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton, who rose from a loving but impoverished upbringing in the mountains of East Tennessee to become the “Queen of Country” music, a Hollywood star and a beloved American icon, has died following a brief battle with cancer.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr reports on her legendary career as a singer, songwriter, actress, theme park owner, and philanthropist. 

Canada & US Trade Tariff Insults

The US and Canada are trading both insults and tariff threats following the weekend breakdown in trade talks between the two countries.  Lisa Dwyer reports that Canada is striking back at the US with retaliatory tariffs, and as President Trump weighed in with comments about Canada’s leadership, Canadians are also sounding off on political developments between their nation and the United States.    

Primary Results

Senator Darline Graham will move on to November's general election as she attempts to succeed her late brother Lindsey Graham and remain in the US Senate.  John Stolnis has a recap from Washington.  

Baby At Center Of Surrogacy Case Back In Court

A critically ill newborn at the center of a bitter surrogate custody fight was

Texas Wildfire

Hot and dry conditions are causing damaging wildfires in a number of western states, and this now includes Texas.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas.  

From Pro To College

Usually if a college sports athlete is good enough, they turn pro and play professionally.  It’s never been the other way around.  As Bruce Morton reports, one major college football conference doesn’t want players returning from the pros to the sports they once played in universities.  

Dolly Parton Remembered

Country music icon Dolly Parton whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting, and memorable costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of stardom and acclaim, has died in Nashville.  Correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the passing of the legendary singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist.  

Measles Deaths

In a nation where there were just three measles deaths in the entire country last year, Pennsylvania reported two people have died from the

El-Sayed On Fox

A Democrat nominee for a battleground U-S Senate seat in Michigan is catching headlines for an interview he had with FOX News that surrounded transgender surgeries and anti-Semitism.  Correspondent

Montana House Of Horrors

It was a scene of horror in Billings, Montana where a man who returned to his family’s weekly dinner killed eight of his relatives, including four kids, before setting the house they were in on fire.  Sue Aller has the story.

Secret Trip

Central Intelligence Agency Director John Ratcliffe made a secret visit to Moscow. 

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Bessent Announces Iran Sanctions Plan

The Trump administration announced what they call an unprecedented series of measures aimed at isolating Iran's economy, already in tatters, from the rest of the world.  John Stolnis reports from Washington the proposed sanctions would target countries that want to do business with the Islamic Republic. 

Canada Plans Retaliatory Tariffs

Canada will announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States today after relations deteriorated sharply Monday, with President Trump telling Canadian leaders to “fall in line” or face consequences “far worse” than existing tariffs, as Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney accusing Washington of trying to subordinate his nation.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.  

SCOTUS Rules On Mail-In Ballots

The Supreme Court gave a victory to President Trump on Monday, clearing his executive order on mail-in ballots.  However, as correspondent Ed Donahue reports, more legal and practical challenges loom over whether the U.S. Postal Service and other federal agencies can finish carrying out Trump's directives before the November election.  

Wanted Massachusetts Woman Found

The search for a woman wanted in connection with the death of her Police Officer husband in Massachusetts is over.  Correspondent Clayton Neville has details.  

Iran’s Sanction Response

Iran is responding harshly to the Trump administration’s plans to unleash crippling sanction on nations that do business with Iran following the statements by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.  Correspondent Laurence Brooks reports that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says that both militarily and economically, Iran no longer has any control – audio courtesy of CBS News.  

Latest On The Nevada Wildfire

The worst wildfire season in the western U.S. in years continues to claim thousands of acres and dozens of homes.  The latest place – but not the only place - to feel the threat:  Reno, Nevada.  More from correspondent Rich Johnson.  

Judge’s Ruling In Clancy Trial

The trial for a Massachusetts mother accused of murdering her three children continues this week after the judge in the case declined to grant a mistrial.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   

Trump Administration Targeting Visas

The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States.

Oregon Murder Suspect Found

A man on the run and wanted for a quintuple murder in Oregon has been found dead.  Correspondent Mike Hempen reports. 

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The Trade War Begins

President Trump’s optimism about a trade deal with Canada was shattered over the weekend after it seemed a trade agreement was at hand. 

Nevada Firestorm

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has declared a state of emergency as a fast-moving wildfire is now forcing tens of thousands of people in the Reno area to evacuate, a major highway through the area is shut down, and thousands more are without power.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the Hawk Fire is still zero-percent contained.  

Iran Defies Sanctions Threat

Iran continues to defy the United States despite crippling sanctions being threatened by the Trump administration, with the Iranian parliament announcing they advanced plans to charge a service fee for ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran’s president saying a US memorandum is the best path out of a stalled war.  Correspondent

The Jeffries-Kushner Meeting

Both Republicans and Democrats are asking questions after reports surfaced from the New York Times that Democrat House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Jared Kushner, President Trump’s son-in-law, met privately in recent weeks.  

Musicians Plan Walkout

The Boston Musicians’ Association authorized a strike for the first time in its orchestra’s history, but hours later said it would extend their plans for 48 hours after their three-year contract expired.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.  

Stripping Stars & Stripes

The Pentagon has fired the Stars and Stripes' top editor, publisher and a reporter.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports the military newspaper publisher Max Lederer is voicing censorship fears following the move by the government.  

Canada Irate Over US Demands

There is anger North-of-the-Border as Canada says it will immediately retaliate after the U.S. imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products, but was warned by US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer that the US would respond to what he called any Canadian retaliation.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports.  

A Beef With Beef

President Trump is facing questions from his own party after his announcement to allow 300 thousand metric tons of tariff-free beef imports to the United States in an effort to bring down high meat prices, with GOP lawmakers from agricultural states concerned about the impacts to American farmers and ranchers.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.  

Texas & Data Centers

Texas Governor Greg Abbott is defending his guidelines for data centers in his state, despite criticism from President Trump on the move. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Dallas that data centers are becoming an election issue in the Lone Star State.  

Sonya Massey Shooter Dies

Sean Grayson, the former Illinois sheriff’s deputy convicted of fatally shooting Sonya Massey in her home in 2024 after she called 9-1-1 to report a prowler trying to enter her home has died. 

Still In The Dark

It’s been nearly two weeks since a severe line of storms ripped through parts of Indiana with hurricane-force winds, and still thousands of residents remain in the dark with no power and surviving on the generosity of others.  Katie Clark has details.  

Finally  

She was the daughter on The Donna Reed Show and Craig T. Nelson’s independent wife on Coach.  Shelley Fabares (pronounced "SHELL-ee fa-BARE") has passed away. 

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