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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.

Ebola Threat Level Raised, New Epstein Names, Memorial Day Weekend Travel and more CNN 5 Things
The Trump administration is standing firm on the president's controversial $1.8 billion dollar slush fund proposal amid a GOP revolt. The WHO gave an update on the Ebola outbreak. A new apolitical comedy show has replaced The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Hear why the House Oversight Committee Chair said they just conducted the most "substantive" interview so far in the panel's Jeffery Epstein probe. Plus, drivers are feeling the pain at the pump this holiday weekend.
May 22, 2026
 Colbert's Final Show, GOP Revolts Over DOJ Fund, 12 Year-Old College Grad and more CNN 5 Things
We start with the Republican revolt over the Trump fund to compensate allies. Then, CNN has obtained the DNC’s long-awaited “autopsy” of the 2024 election. Stephen Colbert bids farewell in his final “Late Show” broadcast. The “mastermind” of a of Minnesota fraud scheme gets 42 years in prison.  Plus, a 12 year-old is set to graduate college as a valedictorian.
May 22, 2026
 GOP on Trump’s Fund, MN Fraud “Mastermind” Sentenced, Trump’s Arch and more CNN 5 Things
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche faced serious pushback over a $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund. More than a dozen people are facing new fraud charges in Minnesota. A judge made a surprising move in a former Virginia school official’s criminal case. We’ll explain what’s driving mortgage rates to the highest levels in nine months. Plus, an update on one of President Donald Trump’s controversial projects.
May 21, 2026
 US Flights From Ebola Outbreak, Dems 2024 ‘Autopsy Report,’ King Sized Apology and more CNN 5 Things
An Ebola outbreak in East Africa prompted travel restrictions and new directives for US-bound flights from the affected region. CNN spoke with Jan. 6 rioters and election deniers who could receive compensation from a new slush fund. Texas Democrats are ramping up efforts to block a candidate who made antisemitic comments ahead of next week’s runoff election. CNN obtained the Democratic National Committee's long-awaited report examining 2024 election losses. Plus, we tell you why a radio station in the UK is apologizing to Britain’s King Charles III and its listeners.
May 21, 2026
 CNN Sits Down With Spencer Pratt, SpaceX IPO, Castro Indicted and more CNN 5 Things
We start with sources telling CNN that Iran is rebuilding their military capabilities faster than expected.  SpaceX files for an IPO that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire. Former Cuban President Raul Castro has been indicted for allegations from 30 years ago. CNN speaks to L.A. mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt. Plus, people are getting creative to beat inflation and high gas prices.
May 21, 2026
 US Indicts Castro, Screen Time Advisory, Barney Frank’s Death and more CNN 5 Things
The Justice Department brought federal charges against a former Cuban leader – we have details. Health officials issued their latest warning about screen time risks for kids and teens. The Trump administration is facing legal pushback on its “anti-weaponization fund.” A landmark housing affordability package moved one step closer to becoming law. Plus, a liberal icon who made history in Congress has passed away.
May 20, 2026
 Raúl Castro Indictment Looms, Memorial Day Weekend Gas Prices, and Historic GA Primary and more CNN 5 Things
The Justice Department is preparing to announce criminal charges against a former Cuban president. Chinese leader Xi Jinping praised his Russian counterpart and jabbed President Donald Trump during a meeting in China today. US gas prices are expected to rise over the holiday weekend. Senate Republicans are scrambling after Trump endorses in a tight Texas Senate primary runoff. Plus, a former Atlanta mayor is one step closer to potentially becoming the nation’s first Black woman governor.
May 20, 2026
 Primary Results, Ebola's World Cup Impact, Eiffel Tower Stairs For Sale and more CNN 5 Things
President Trump’s influence looms large over GOP primaries, we’ll start with key takeaways from Tuesday. There are at least 139 deaths and nearly 600 suspected Ebola cases in Africa.  President Trump and his family are protected from IRS claims in a new deal.  Disturbing new details emerge about the San Diego mosque attack.  Plus, sections of the original Eiffel Tower stairs are up for auction.
May 20, 2026
 Iran Attack Postponed, Trump Settlement Terms, Google's Search Bar Update and more CNN 5 Things
We’re learning more about President Trump’s decision to hold off on striking Iran again. We have details on new terms added to Trump’s controversial lawsuit settlement with the IRS. Republican lawmakers are reacting to Trump’s endorsement in a key Senate Texas race. There is new information on a deadly shooting at San Diego’s largest mosque. Plus, Google’s biggest shift away from its traditional search bar.
May 19, 2026
 Islamic Center Shooting Probe, Primary Day, Sunscreen Concerns and more CNN 5 Things
Police are investigating what motivated two teenage suspects to open fire at San Diego’s largest mosque. As voters head to the polls in several states today, we’ll break down which race is being watched most heavily. The WHO is sounding the alarm over an Ebola outbreak in parts of East Africa. Federal safety investigators are examining why a UPS cargo plane crashed and killed 15 people last year. Plus, a new report on sunscreen effectiveness may surprise you.
May 19, 2026
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