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A Sheriff on Why He (Reluctantly) Took Down His Flock Cameras
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A Sheriff on Why He (Reluctantly) Took Down His Flock Cameras CNN 5 Things
Multiple counties and cities in Florida have opted to remove license plate readers, including Flock cameras, following an order from the state's Department of Transportation banning them from state roadways. It comes amid nationwide, bipartisan backlash to the technology, which has resulted in some cases of vandalism. We hear from a sheriff about why he thinks criminals are cheering his move to remove license plate readers in his Florida county. For more: Inside the growing police use and mis...Show moreuse of Flock’s license-plate reader cameras --- Guest: Michael Chitwood, Volusia County (FL) Sheriff Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Clare Duffy, Eric Levenson
Sep 6, 2026
 'Super Movers’ Have Better Brain Health. Are You One? CNN 5 Things
Families with children with disabilities can have a lot to consider when traveling – this nonprofit is helping make it easier. Meet a Revolutionary War witness that’s still standing hundreds of years later. And after decades of trying to clean up the Bronx River, conservationists just got a pretty adorable sign that it’s paying off. One barber is easing the cost of back-to-school season by giving students free haircuts. Plus, a 91-year-old just broke a major hiking record – and what science tells us about staying active as we age. Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco Producer: Eryn Mathewson Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin
Sep 5, 2026
 Clancy Trial Ends, Hurricane Lowell Threatens Hawaii, White House Debuts Deportation Games and more CNN 5 Things
A Massachusetts judge has declared a mistrial in Lindsay Clancy’s triple-murder case. President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to the Federal Reserve over interest rates – we’ll tell you what’s at stake. Hawaii is bracing for its third storm in less than a month. Russia’s latest drone strike is highlighting Ukraine’s strained air defense system. Plus, the White House has released a series of online arcade games promoting the administration’s priorities – and the reviews are mixed.
Sep 4, 2026
 Strong Jobs Report, First Mail Ballots Go Out, NFL Players Return to NCAA and More CNN 5 Things
We got a stronger than expected jobs report this morning – but Americans are still contending with sky-high gas prices. The first midterm mail-in ballots went out today with a USPS overhaul hanging in the balance at the Supreme Court. Argentina’s president is reviving a decades-old dispute with the UK. And one of college football’s top conferences has sued one of its premier schools – we'll explain why.CNN is covering the latest in the Lindsay Clancy trial here.
Sep 4, 2026
 Miraculous Rescues in Nepal CNN 5 Things
More, miraculous rescues in Nepal. The judge to question a juror in the Clancy trial. New DC renovation plans. Plus, awards for strange science.
Sep 4, 2026
 Vance on Iran War, ICE Agent Charged, Nvidia Buys AI Startup and more CNN 5 Things
Vice President JD Vance talked gas prices, the US-Iran conflict, and AI data centers during the first White House briefing in more than 40 days. The Justice Department made its first on-duty charge against an ICE officer during the nationwide immigration crackdown. The White House slammed a federal judge’s ruling against President Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship policy. Bonds are giving the housing market a jump scare. Plus, a tech giant places a massive bet on an AI startup.
Sep 3, 2026
 Gloria Steinem Dies, USS Lincoln Port Call, Clippers Get Massive Kawhi Leonard Punishment and More CNN 5 Things
We look back on the life and legacy of trailblazing feminist icon Gloria Steinem. As the war with Iran continues, the crew of a US aircraft carrier gets some much-needed rest and relaxation. Parts of eastern Texas continue to be drenched with rain from Tropical Storm Edouard. Police say a deadly shooting outside a gay bar in Tucson, Arizona targeted the LGBTQ community. And an NBA team gets a huge punishment for skirting league financial rules.
Sep 3, 2026
 MN Mass Shooting, NYC Schools Ban AI and more CNN 5 Things
At least two people are dead after a Minneapolis mass shooting. The judge orders the deadlocked Clancy jury to continue deliberating. NYC schools ban AI. Plus, it's still state fair season.
Sep 3, 2026
 US-Venezuela Oil Deal, Clancy Jury Deadlocked Again, Ariana Grande Farewell and more CNN 5 Things
The US inked new energy deals with Venezuela, but critics are sounding the alarm. Search and rescue crews are racing to find missing workers in Nepal’s mud-filled tunnels. The jury in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial wraps up another day of deliberations without a verdict. The Kennedy Center is losing another notable piece of its identity. Plus, Ariana Grande closes out her tour with an emotional farewell to fans.
Sep 2, 2026
 USS Lincoln Docks in Thailand, Tiger Woods in Court, MapQuest’s Comeback and more CNN 5 Things
American sailors on a historic deployment at sea in the Middle East made their first port visit today. Parts of Texas are reeling from a tropical storm system’s torrential downpour. We have details on Tiger Woods’ plea deal in his DUI case. It was a big primary night for Democratic incumbents in Massachusetts. Plus, why a navigation app from the 90s is having a massive moment.
Sep 2, 2026
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