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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.

Trump May Drop ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund, Primary Voting, Officer Charged and more CNN 5 Things
The Trump administration appears to back off on the "anti-weaponization" fund. Voters in six states are headed to the polls today in primaries for midterm elections. President Trump rages in a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over plans to bomb Beirut. A fired North Carolina police officer has now been charged with assault for punching a woman. Plus, a new Dr. Seuss book called “Sing The 50 United States” comes out today.
Jun 2, 2026
‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund Paused, Whiplash Diplomacy, Tennis Queen Returns and more CNN 5 Things
We start with a controversial fund of the Trump administration up in the air. The US and Iran have contradictory words on where things stand with peace talks. We’ll tell you which state is the first to sue an AI company over safety concerns on children. We have some encouraging signs on the Ebola outbreak in central Africa. Plus, a tennis icon is picking up her racket again.
Jun 1, 2026
Iran Suspends Talks, Laos Cave Rescue Continues, YouTubers Dominate Box Office and More CNN 5 Things
ran is suspending talks with the US over Israel’s strikes on Lebanon, according to the semi-official Tasnim news agency. Rescue divers in Laos are investigating a vertical shaft as they continue to search for two villagers missing in a flooded-out cave. The US job market is strong on paper, whowhy is it so tough for some to find a job? We’ll investigate. An experimental pill is showing promise to in treating deadly form of pancreatic cancer. And experts say a pair of Hollywood horror hits show how YouTube creators can help draw young viewers to movie theaters.
Jun 1, 2026
Officer Fired, NJ Protester Arrests, Hurricane Season and more CNN 5 Things
The U.S. and Iran exchange fresh attacks as negations continue. More protesters were arrested outside a New Jersey detention center, as a curfew takes effect.  An officer in North Carolina has been fired for repeatedly punching a woman.  FEMA insiders sound alarm bells as hurricane season begins.  Plus,  a flight attendant retires after over 66 years on the job.
Jun 1, 2026
One Thing: Why Erin Brockovich is Setting Her Sights on AI Data Centers CNN 5 Things
Erin Brockovich rose to fame after the release of a 2000 Hollywood movie, starring Julia Roberts, which told the story of her real-life fight to bring justice to a small town affected by a utility company’s pollution. Now, she is lending her voice to the growing opposition to AI data centers, which tech companies say are needed to fuel economic growth and national security. But who is the true villain in this story?  For more: Why Utah residents are protesting a massive AI data center project backed by Kevin O’Leary  ---  Guest: Elizabeth Martorana & Erin Brockovich, consumer advocate  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Photo By: Alan Freed/Reuters
May 31, 2026
5 Good Things: The Firsts, Fastest, and Most-Evers on Everest CNN 5 Things
A sixth grader from Virginia isn’t a sore loser at this year’s Spelling Bee. Several climbers etched their names into the history books this month on the tallest mountain in the world.A 6-year-old from Gloucester, England got creative to raise money for charity in honor of his dog. A Michigan welder is set to make history at the “Olympics of skilled trades.” Plus, scientists may have finally solved the mystery of the T. Rex’s tiny arms.  Sign up for the CNN 5 Good Things newsletter here.    Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco  Producer: Eryn Mathewson   Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin  Editorial Support: Chelsea Cook, Coy Wire, Laura Jackson, Isa Soares
May 30, 2026
Trump on Iran Deal, Pam Bondi Hearing, Kennedy Center Update and more CNN 5 Things
A potential framework for peace is still on the table for the US and Iran, pending President Donald Trump’s sign-off. We have details on a former attorney general’s long-sought interview with House lawmakers on the Jeffrey Epstein files. We’ll tell you the latest state to pass a new congressional map favoring Republicans. There’re new developments on an ICE agent charged in connection to a shooting.  Plus, one of Trump’s controversial DC remodeling projects takes a legal setback.
May 29, 2026
CNN At Cave Rescue, ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ Paused, AI Voice Scams and more CNN 5 Things
CNN is on scene in Laos as a desperate rescue attempt is underway to free five villagers trapped in a cave. A federal judge pumps the brakes on the Trump administration's controversial ‘anti-weaponization’ fund. Clashes continue outside an ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey, as DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin floats a plan that could disrupt air travel. And, AI voice scams are on the rise – we'll tell you what to look out for.
May 29, 2026
Blue Origin Explosion, Spelling Bee Champ, Roller Coaster Rescue and more CNN 5 Things
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi to be interviewed on Capitol Hill about the Epstein Files. A Kenyan court suspends a plan for a U.S. Ebola quarantine site.  Blue Origin’s new Glenn rocket explodes during a ground test.  Eight kids were stuck 100 feet in the air for four hours when a Roller malfunctioned. Shrey Parikh wins the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
May 29, 2026
Potential US-Iran Deal, Inflation Jumps, Trump on $250 Bill and more CNN 5 Things
We start with a tentative agreement between the US and Tehran amid a fragile ceasefire. We’ll tell you what the latest data from a key inflation gauge means for your wallet. More parts of Gaza are set to be under Israeli military control. A former CIA officer is accused of stealing from the government. Plus, the Trump administration is making money moves to celebrate the country’s anniversary.
May 28, 2026
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