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We bring you 5 stories that will get you up to speed and on with your day. Updates every weekday morning, midday and evening. Plus, 5 Good Things and One Thing on the weekends.

King Charles' Message, Comey Indicted, Musk Testifies and more CNN 5 Things
King Charles' message for Trump. Former FBI Director Comey indicted over a social media post. Federal agents executed 22 search warrants in a Minnesota fraud investigation. Elon Musk on the stand in a $130 billion lawsuit against OpenAI. Plus, “Cocaine Hippos” get a second chance.
Apr 29, 2026
 King Charles Speech, James Comey Indicted, Musk vs Altman trial and more CNN 5 Things
We start with King Charles’ address to Congress amid recent US-UK tensions over the Iran war. One of President Donald Trump’s largest political opponents has been indicted again. The Trump administration is setting up a legal battle with Disney amid the Jimmy Kimmel controversy. We’ll tell you about raids tied to a fraud investigation in Minnesota. Plus, Elon Musk testified in a case that could change the path of AI.
Apr 28, 2026
 WH Welcomes British Royals, UAE Quits OPEC, Taylor Swift Combats AI and more CNN 5 Things
President Donald Trump rolled out the red carpet for King Charles and Queen Camila at the White House. A Trump admin official is criticizing Jimmy Kimmel for not apologizing for his most recent joke involving First Lady Melania Trump. The UAE is shaking up the consortium of the world’s largest oil producers. Severe thunderstorms are battering parts of the South for a sixth straight day. Plus, Taylor Swift has moved to protect her voice and likeness from AI impersonations.
Apr 28, 2026
 Cole Allen In Court, Kimmel Responds, Electric Air Taxis and more CNN 5 Things
Cole Tomas Allen charged with attempting to assassinate the President.  Jimmy Kimmel responds to Trump call for him to be fired. Florida Republicans push to redraw maps and flip four House seats. Defense Secretary Hegseth took musician Kid Rock for a ride in an Army helicopter.  All-electric air taxis on test flights in New York.
Apr 28, 2026
 WHCD Suspect Charged, Trump’s Call to Fire Kimmel, FL Redistricting Move and more CNN 5 Things
We start with the press dinner shooting suspect’s first court appearance today. A late-night host’s skit prompted backlash from the President and First Lady. GOP leaders are under more pressure than ever to end a prolonged DHS funding standoff. British royals kicked off their state visit to the US. Plus, the latest news in the nationwide redistricting fight.
Apr 27, 2026
 WHCD Shooting Suspect, Musk v. Altman, Severe Midwest Storms and more CNN 5 Things
The suspect in the shooting at the White House Correspondent’s Dinner will be arraigned in in federal court this afternoon. Iran has reportedly issued a new proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Jury selection begins today in a high-profile trial involving two wealthy tech giants. Make America Healthy Again advocates are paying close attention a Supreme Court case being argued today. Plus, millions face threats of severe weather from the Mississippi to Ohio Valleys today.
Apr 27, 2026
 WHCD Shooting Suspect's Writings, King Charles' Visit, GA Wildfires and more CNN 5 Things
New details on motive in Correspondents' Dinner shooting. King Charles' state visit to proceed. Iran’s foreign minister is meeting with Russian President Putin as US talks stall. GA wildfires double in size. Plus, a Michigan woman is set to donate her husband.
Apr 27, 2026
 Musk vs. Altman & The Battle for The Soul of AI CNN 5 Things
Tech titans Elon Musk and Sam Altman are set to face off in court this week in a case centered on OpenAI’s transition to a for-profit model. Musk alleges Altman and his company have strayed from their founding mission to develop artificial intelligence for the good of humanity rather than corporate profit (OpenAI denies the allegations). But is this just petty billionaire beef, or could it tell us something about our own AI futures? --- Guest: Hadas Gold, CNN AI Correspondent   Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Photo: Carlos Barria/Kenny Holston/Pool/Reuters
Apr 26, 2026
 5 Good Things: She’s Cancer-Free After Taking This Treatment CNN 5 Things
A dad is teaching young boys in his community hard and soft skills for adulthood. A potentially game-changing treatment could help fight one of the deadliest cancers. The answer to the world’s plastic problem could be floating around in the ocean. Meet the woman shattering the glass ceiling in European sports. And just days after an attempted school shooting, students found a way to thank a hero at prom. Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here.  Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco  Producer: Eryn Mathewson   Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin  Editorial Support: Sebastian Shukla
Apr 25, 2026
 Weekend Iran Talks, DOJ Firing Squad, Missing Doctoral Students and more CNN 5 Things
We start with mixed signals over potential peace talks between the US and Iran tomorrow. The Justice Department continues to clear the way for expediting federal death penalty cases. We have new details about one of two missing doctoral students from the University of South Florida. A signature part of President Donald Trump’s immigration agenda could be teed up for the Supreme Court. Plus, Trump is expected to attend an event he has boycotted for years.
Apr 24, 2026
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