Major storms unleashed a large tornado in Kankakee, Indiana, causing casualties and leveling homes Tuesday. CNN's Derek Van Dam explains what residents saw from the dangerous storm system and what we can expect as it travels east on Wednesday.
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Major storms unleashed a large tornado in Kankakee, Indiana, causing casualties and leveling homes Tuesday. CNN's Derek Van Dam explains what residents saw from the dangerous storm system and what we can expect as it travels east on Wednesday. Discover more videos, including live streams and exclusive storytelling, on our Watch page.

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Major storms unleashed a large tornado in Kankakee, Indiana, causing casualties and leveling homes Tuesday. CNN's Derek Van Dam explains what residents saw from the dangerous storm system and what we can expect as it travels east on Wednesday.
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The rapper Afroman prevailed in court on Wednesday, when a jury found that his "Lemon Pound Cake" album and videos were not an invasion of privacy or defamatory of seven sheriff’s deputies who raided his home in 2022. CNN's Brynn Gingras breaks down how Afroman successfully defended his music in this week's three-day trial.
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President Donald Trump is threatening to "massively blow up" Iran's South Pars gas field after an attack on a large Qatari gas facility on Wednesday. CNN's Kevin Liptak explains what led to the attack and what it means for gas prices.
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Two months after the Africa Cup of Nations final match, the result was thrown into disarray after Tuesday’s shocking ruling stripped Senegal of the title and awarded it to Morocco. CNN’s Amanda Davies breaks down why the decision from the Confederation of African Football is causing so much controversy.
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The Senate voted to begin debate on the SAVE America Act on Tuesday, one of President Donald Trump's top legislative priorities. CNN's Annie Grayer breaks down the chances of the bill passing and why it's so controversial.
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Illinois held primaries on Tuesday, with attention focused on the Democratic results in the reliably blue state. CNN’s Steve Contorno breaks down the biggest winners from the Illinois primary elections.
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A Utah jury found Kouri Richins guilty of murder and all other charges she faced in the 2022 death of her husband, Eric Richins, who died of a lethal dose of fentanyl. CNN’s Jean Casarez breaks down the successful prosecution of Richins and what she faces in sentencing this May.
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President Donald Trump talked about the possibility of taking over Cuba in comments made on Monday, after the island nation's electricity grid suffered its first nationwide collapse since the United States effectively shut off the flow of oil to the country.
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White House chief of staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early stage breast cancer, President Donald Trump announced on Monday. CNN's Adam Cancryn explains what Wiles has said about her prognosis.
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Sunday's Academy Awards ceremony saw a rare tie, with the Oscar for live action short film going to two winners.
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Millions of Americans are under a severe weather risk on Monday, with an increased possibility of tornados for the Mid-Atlantic region. CNN's Derek Van Dam breaks down the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning.
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In winning best supporting actress at the Academy Awards last night, Amy Madigan set a new record for the longest gap for an actress between a first Oscar nomination and a win<strong>.</strong> CNN's Lisa Respers France breaks down Madigan's road to Oscar night triumph.
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An American KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq on Thursday, killing all six service members aboard, while a second KC-135 landed in Israel after sustaining damage. CNN's Natasha Bertrand explains what officials are saying about the incident.
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An FBI memo with unverified information warning of a possible drone attack on California by Iran has the internet buzzing. CNN's Holmes Lybrand explains why it's not unusual for investigators to send local law enforcement and officials unverified information.
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