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Portland Couple Shot, MN ICE Shooting Investigation, Weight Gain Research and more CNN 5 Things
There’s been another shooting by border patrol agents, this time in Portland, Oregon. Meanwhile, the investigation into the fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis by an ICE agent is raising concern. Five Democrat-led states are suing the Trump administration over the freezing of billions of dollars in funding. Russia has attacked Ukraine with one of it's most advanced weapons. Plus, new research on what happens after you stop taking weight loss drugs.
Jan 9, 2026
 MN Tensions Flare, Trump’s War Powers, Mortgage Bonds and more CNN 5 Things
Minnesota’s governor has authorized the state’s National Guard to help support local law enforcement amid protests. President Donald Trump lashed out on social media over a vote to curb his war powers in Venezuela. We have the latest blowback on criminal investigations into one of Trump’s political foes. We’ll tell you the next steps in a push to restore enhanced Obamacare subsidies. Plus, Trump's latest actions in America's affordability crisis.
Jan 8, 2026
 Minneapolis Protests, Venezuela 'Control' Timeframe, Grok AI Sexual Imagery and more CNN 5 Things
Tensions are escalating in Minneapolis as protestors and law enforcement clash over the fatal shooting of a woman. President Donald Trump has commented on how long the US intends to take "control" of Venezuela. A shooting outside a church in Salt Lake City has left two people dead. Russia  is threatening to target any Western troops sent to Ukraine. Plus, Elon Musk’s xAI is facing huge backlash over its Grok chatbot.
Jan 8, 2026
 Deadly ICE Shooting, Venezuela Oil Negotiations, Climate Treaty Withdrawal and more CNN 5 Things
Anger is growing over the fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. The US is in negotiations with Venezuela’s state-owned oil company. The Trump administration wants to remove the US from a landmark United Nations climate treaty from the 90s. One of the longest serving House Democrats is set to retire. Plus, why NASA has postponed a spacewalk by for two astronauts.
Jan 8, 2026
 ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Woman, New Food Pyramid, Reiner Arraignment Delay and more CNN 5 Things
We start with the Minneapolis mayor’s strong message to immigration enforcement officers after a woman was shot and killed. We’ll break down the Trump administration's plans with Venezuela’s oil after its latest seizures. Another state is joining the redistricting wars. New US dietary guidelines essentially turn the food pyramid upside down. Plus, an update on Nick Reiner’s murder case.
Jan 7, 2026
 Oil Vessels Seized, MN Fraud Hearing, Paramount’s WBD Bid and more CNN 5 Things
The US has seized two Russian-flagged oil tankers linked to Venezuela. Minnesota lawmakers are testifying before Congress on fraud allegations in the state. Concerns are growing in Europe over the Trump administration's talk of seizing Greenland. Warner Bros. Discovery responded to the latest bid from Paramount. Plus, what’s happened one year since the devastating Los Angeles fires.
Jan 7, 2026
 Greenland Threats Escalate, Venezuelan Oil Sales, WY Abortion Laws and more CNN 5 Things
The Trump administration is ramping up its threats of taking Greenland. President Donald Trump says seized Venezuelan oil will make a profit for the US. The White House has released a new website rewriting the history of January 6th. Authorities have released transcripts of videos taken by the Brown University shooting suspect. Plus, Wyoming’s Supreme Court has ruled on abortion in the state.
Jan 7, 2026
 Maduro Couple Injured, Epstein Files, Uvalde Officer Trial and more CNN 5 Things
More details are emerging on the capture of Venezuela’s leader and his wife. President Donald Trump suggests the US could take actions against more countries. We’ll tell you where the Justice Department’s release of the Epstein files stands. Emotions ran high during the start of a former school police officer’s trial in Uvalde, Texas. Plus, Republicans’ narrow majority shrinks even further.
Jan 6, 2026
 Venezuela Briefing, Jan. 6 Committee Meeting, Social Services Funding Freeze and more CNN 5 Things
Venezuela remains on edge as the Trump administration preps to brief lawmakers about the US operation. We’ll tell you how House Democrats are marking five years since the January 6th Capital riot. Five Democratic-led states are facing billions of dollars in funding cuts to social services and child care. More details have emerged about the Swiss bar where dozens of people died in a fire. Plus, the US’ worst flu season in a quarter of a century.
Jan 6, 2026
 Venezuela Uncertainty, Greenland Warning, FEMA Cuts and more CNN 5 Things
The future of Venezuela is facing huge uncertainty, as it swears in an acting president. Denmark’s leader warns NATO may be over if the US takes Greenland. Minnesota is bracing for an aggressive immigration crackdown. A “planning exercise” at FEMA suggests the agency may be preparing for 50% staff cuts. Plus, public broadcasting takes another hit.
Jan 6, 2026
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