CNN 5 Things

Two families linked by one lifesaving gift finally meet face-to-face for the first time. World Cup fever is transforming cities across the US, especially one small college town in Kansas. A new music festival is giving an iconic legacy a fresh chapter. If you thought twins were rare, this family from Texas begs to differ. One composer found a way to turn nature into beautiful music with a deeply personal mission. 

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Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco 

Producer: Eryn Mathewson, Ifeoma Dike 

Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin 

Editorial Support: Phil Clarke Hill, David Rind 

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Search and rescue crews are racing to find survivors in Venezuela before the “golden” window of time closes. After days of negotiating, Israel and Lebanon reached a new deal mediated by the US. We have a judge’s contempt ruling in the Charlie Kirk shooting case. A legal setback for the prosecution in the Palisades Fire arson trial. And, millions of students in Texas have a new study requirement.

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As the death toll nears 600, Venezuelan authorities have militarized the area hardest hit by a pair of earthquakes. Former Donald Trump national security adviser John Bolton has pleaded guilty to charges that he unlawfully retained sensitive national security information. AI stocks are having a weird week – we'll explain. Ukraine continues to pressure Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Crimea. And, 44-year-old Serena Williams’ singles comeback will begin by facing an opponent who isn’t legally allowed to drink.

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The desperate search for survivors continues as the Venezuela earthquake death toll rises. The Supreme Court opens the door to mass TPS deportations. The FAA is investigating a viral video of a low-flying jet. Texas could mandate bible stories in schools. Plus, World Cup fans clamor to ship ranch dressing home. 

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We start with the latest reporting on the ground in Venezuela after a devastating pair of earthquakes. Unaccompanied migrant children in US government custody may be at risk of removal - we explain why. We have details on two Supreme Court rulings on gun restrictions and a lawsuit against a weed killer brand. Plus, good and bad news on inflation and the economy.

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The Supreme Court has handed President Donald Trump two immigration-related wins. Search and rescue efforts underway in Venezuela as the death toll rises from a pair of massive earthquakes. Secretary of State Marco Rubio continues his Middle East tour in the wake of the US agreement with Iran. Hundreds have been killed in Europe amid a brutal heatwave. And despite a focus on mass deportations, President Donald Trump is still trying to finish the US-Mexico border wall.

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Rescues are underway after deadly earthquakes rock Venezuela. GOP infighting after President’s Trump's fiery visit to Capitol Hill. New clues point to New York’s Madison Square Garden as a potential venue for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding. Trump kicks off the Great American State Fair with a rally. Plus, one spider's spring-loaded death trap. 

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President Donald Trump’s refusal to sign a major housing affordability bill may likely be an empty threat. Good news on oil prices after progress in US-Iran peace talks. We have the latest accusations of wrongdoing against former New York Mayor Eric Adams’ administration. More problems for an all-girls camp in Texas nearly a year after deadly floods. Plus, a US soccer star is keeping his World Cup dreams alive.

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President Trump says he won’t sign a bipartisan housing bill until his stalled voting legislation gets moving. The US attorney’s office in Chicago is in disarray after issues around recent grand jury presentations. Jury deliberations begin in the trial of the man accused of starting the deadly and historically destructive Palisades Fire in Los Angeles. An independent United Nations commission found Israel is deliberately targeting children during its ongoing genocide of the Gaza Strip. And another NBA draft class is full of freshmen.

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NYC Mayor Mamdani proves the weight of his endorsements in the local primary. Evacuations continue as crews battle two wildfires in Utah. Congress overwhelmingly passes a sweeping bill to lower housing costs. Tesla disputes a claim that the car in a deadly Texas crash, was on autopilot.  Plus, an Australian man has been crowned as the world's loudest person. 

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