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The Verdict Is In
For the first time in American history, a former president of the United States walks out of a New York courtroom a convicted felon. Pamela Furr breaks down what happened in the Donald Trump hush money trial.
  
Reaction To The Trump Guilty Verdict
Lawmakers and pundits are reacting to the guilty verdict for former President Trump. John Stolnis has reaction on who's saying what.
   
Roberts Says No To Senate Democrats
Chief Justice John Roberts is rejecting a request from Senate Democrats to discuss Supreme Court ethics and the controversy over flags that flew outside Justice Samuel Alito's homes. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
  
Bird Flu In Humans
There are concerns in the Midwest after a third case of bird flu is detected in a dairy farm worker. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
  
Officer Killed In Minneapolis Shooting
A mass shooting in Minneapolis has left three people dead, including a police officer. Officials report gunfire erupted inside an apartment building where police responded. 
  
Carmaker’s Child Labor Trouble
Hyundai and two other firms in Alabama have been accused of child labor violations. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
   
Even The Judge Couldn’t Believe It
A man with a suspended license made a virtual court appearance, and much to the judge’s surprise, he was behind the wheel of a car, and even asked the judge to wait while he parked.
    
Trump Found Guilty On All Counts
In a historic decision, a jury in New York City found Donald Trump guilty of all 34 counts in his hush money trial, becoming the first former president to be convicted of felony crimes to illegally influence the 2016 election. As correspondent Julie Walker reports, Trump attorneys immediately plan to appeal the verdict, and the former president had a lot to say after he left the courtroom.
  
Manhattan DA’s Verdict Reaction
The former president claimed the trial was rigged when he addressed the media outside the courthouse. Correspondent Norman Hall reports that the falsifying business records charges carry up to four years behind bars, but it’s not clear if Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg would seek imprisonment, and it is not clear whether the judge would impose a jail term on a man running for president.
  
More Troubles For Boeing
Under the government microscope for a series of failures to its 737 MAX airplanes, Boeing has laid out its plans for correcting aircraft safety and quality problems that has plagued the company since the two MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019 killed 346 people. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the FAA told Boeing it will likely be months before it can be cleared to ramp up productions of its most popular passenger jet. 
  
Daybell Found Guilty
An Idaho jury has found Chad Daybell guilty of all charges in a murder case involving religious beliefs, an affair, and the deaths of his first wife and the children of his second. Sue Aller reports.
  
Latest On Russia-Ukraine
There are reports that President Biden gave Ukraine permission to strike inside of Russia using US-made weapons, as the conflict between Kyiv and the Kremlin continues to drag on.
  
North Korea Missile Launch
Asian nations keeping a watchful eye on North Korea, following their latest missile barrage into eastern waters. Correspondent Karen Chammas reports.
  
More Amazon Drones
It’s a bird – it’s a plane – it’s Amazon. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports the internet retail giant has been given permission to expand its drone delivery fleet.
  
Tech News
It appears Bytedance is beginning to work to remove the Chinese algorithm from TikTok, well before the April Congressional ruling that they divest from its influence.  Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s Tech news.
  
Finally  
Star Trek actor George Takei is set to release a children's book about the World War II incarceration of J

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Trump Case To The Jury
After nearly two dozen witnesses, over two weeks of testimony, and hours of closing arguments, the hush money case against Donald Trump is now in the hands of a jury. As correspondent Julie Walker reports jurors have already asked to rehear some testimony, including from Trump’s former lawyer Michael Cohen, as the former president calls the case "rigged."
  
Still In The Dark In Texas
Wicked weather is still causing issues in the Midwest, from hail and tornadoes to power problems in Texas that continue to leave many in the dark.
  
Golfer’s Charges Dismissed
Now calling the arrest “a big misunderstanding,” charges against the world’s number one golfer have been dismissed following a court hearing Wednesday.  Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh has the story.
  
New Tennessee Law Might Face Legal Issues
The governor of Tennessee has approved legislation designed to block adults from helping minors obtain an abortion, or receive gender-affirming care without parental consent. 
  
Alito’s Flag Flap
Justice Samuel Alito is rejecting calls to step aside and recuse himself from certain Supreme Court cases over a flag controversy. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
   
Fifth Grader Buys Lunch
As not every kid was able to pay for their lunch, an elementary school in the small town of Blue Springs, Missouri racked up a lunch deficit of about $3,500 dollars, but one person decided to try to erase that debt. 
   
Jury Holds Trump’s Fate
After five weeks of opening arguments, at-times salacious testimony from witnesses and closing arguments, the jury in the Donald Trump hush money trial finally has the case. John Stolnis has more on the first day of deliberation.
  
Haley Heads To Israel
Former GOP presidential primary candidate Nikki Haley traveled to Israel, where she was seen signing an artillery shell and also met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, backing his war in Gaza.
  
More Campus Protests
Another university campus is being forced to stop in-person classes and move to remote-learning due to pro-Palestinian protests.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on the anti-Israel activities at schools in Michigan and California.
  
Plant Threatens Closure Over Emissions
A Louisiana chemical plant accused of being a cancer risk for a nearby community is threatening to shut down if an EPA emissions deadline isn't relaxed. Lisa Dwyer reports.
  
DOJ Takes Down Malware Network
The United States announced a global malware network has been shut down. Pamela Furr has the details from the Justice Department of just how big a problem this network has been.
  
Louisiana Police Law Gets Scrutiny
Louisiana’s new law regarding how close you can get to a police officer is drawing criticism. Critics of the law believe that the measure could hinder the public’s ability to film officers.
  
Weinstein May Face New Charges
There may be new charges filed against movie mogul Harvey Weinstein. Correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.
   
Expanding The Military
With a new round of budget fights in the Senate, one Republican says America needs to re-invest in the military. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.
  
Finally  
Former teen idol Molly Ringwald talks candidly about what it was like as a teenager in Hollywood in the 1980’s. Kevin Carr has the story.
  
Washington, DC will again host iconic guests from China, as the National Zoo will be the home to two new panda cubs. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
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Trump Case To The Jury
The prosecution and defense rested their cases in the Donald Trump hush money trial in New York City. John Stolnis has more on their final arguments, what happened outside the courtroom, and what's next.
  
Severe Storms In Texas
Storms in the Midwest continue to cause severe damage, and have taken more than two dozen lives. In Texas, Dallas County issued a disaster declaration and more than three quarters of a million people remain in the dark.
  
Keeping Biden On Ohio Ballots
Following concerns that the GOP-led Ohio State Legislature could vote to have President Joe Biden removed from the November election ballot due to a state law regarding certification, Democrats are now planning an unusual move to nominate Biden by a virtual roll. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
  
Favorable Classified Docs Ruling
There appears to have been good news for Donald Trump who has scored a win of sorts in another legal challenge. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the Federal judge in the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case gave the former president’s legal team a favorable ruling.
   
Update On Pelosi Attacker
There’s an update on sentencing for the man who was found guilty of the home invasion attack on Paul Pelosi, the husband of former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports.
  
Ohio Explosion
Two people remain unaccounted for and a number of others were injured after an explosion caused extensive damage to a building in downtown Youngstown, Ohio.  
 
Naked On The Plane
We’ve heard about people getting unruly on planes, and some getting kicked off flights, but one man in Australia took his clearly illegal activities on a passenger jet to a whole new level. Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports.
    
Inside & Outside The Trump Trial
It was a busy day inside the Manhattan courtroom where closing arguments got underway in the Donald Trump hush money case, but it was even busier outside where the former president spoke, as did his surrogates, and a shouting match ensued between those for and against the trial, that also involved a famous actor. Correspondent Julie Walker reports from New York City.
  
Despite Trump No Confidence, Speaker Wins In Texas
The Speaker of the Texas House, who oversaw the impeachment of state Attorney General Ken Paxton, now finds himself in a battle to remain as the head of the legislature after Donald Trump announced he wants to unseat the speaker.
  
Latest In The Middle East
In the Middle East, millions of dollars were spent to build a temporary pier to allow for humanitarian aid to enter Gaza from the Mediterranean Sea. However, rough waters have now damaged that US-built pier, and also crippled some ships helping with the aid. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
  
Parole Denied
The man who terrorized New York City in the 1970’s and became known as the “44-Caliber Killer” during a series of late-night shootings will remain in prison, denied parole for the 12th time. Correspondent Bob Brown has details.
  
Troubles Registering
With the 2024 general election less than 6 months away, depending on where you live, there are new state laws that are making it harder for third party groups to register voters. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.
  
Pope Apologizes
It’s an about face for Pope Francis who is apologizing for something he reportedly said. Correspondent Rita Foley reports.
   
Toyota’s New Plan
As some EV sales have slowed, Toyota plans on a futuristic spin on the traditional internal combustion engine that doesn't rely completely on all electric vehicles. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.
  
Tech News
Online auctions are always under suspicion for their safety and authenticity, but world famous Christie's is above reproach. Well now it seems even they are not immune to the dark deeds done by ransom-seeking cyber criminals.

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Deadly Storms Rock the Nation 
Nearly two dozen people have died from Memorial Day weekend storms that devastated several states. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports. 

Biden Gives Memorial Day Address 
President Biden gave his annual Memorial Day address at Arlington National Cemetary. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports. 

Nuclear Watchdog Raises Concerns 
A nuclear watchdog is raising concerns about Iran’s efforts to enrich uranium. Correspondent Norman Hall has details. 

National Forecast 
The Northwest will have a cold front moving into the region with several showers and thunderstorms possible. Meteorologist Matt Rinde has your national forecast. 

MA Stabbing Spree Suspect Arrested 
A suspect has been arrested for a stabbing spree in Massachusetts. Correspondent Jennifer King reports. 

Spain Gives Support to Ukraine 
Spain has pledged to provide Ukraine with air defense systems. Correspondent Charles De Ledesma reports. 

Business News 
Today is the start of the final week of trading for May. Jessica Ettinger has a look at the week ahead. 

Company Fined for Civil Rights Violation 
A Virginia based company will pay a $7,500 civil penalty after being fined by the Department of Justice over a discriminatory job posting. 

Census Criticisms 
Certain communities within the U.S. are criticizing some recent changes to categories for future census questionnaires. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports. 

Bill Walton Passes Away 
Hall-of-fame NBA player Bill Walton has passed away after a prolonged fight with cancer. 

Mike Tyson Improving After Weekend Illness 
Mike Tyson is reportedly doing well after falling ill over the weekend. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports. 

Closing Arguments Set to Start in Trump Trial 
Closing Arguments are set to start today in the New York hush money trial of Donald Trump. This means jury deliberations could start as early as this afternoon or evening. 

US Lawmakers Meet with Taiwan President 
A U.S. congressional delegation made up of four Republicans and two Democrats met with Taiwan’s new leader in a show of support days after China held drills around the self-governing island in response to his inauguration. 

Memorial Day Weekend Sets Travel Record 
Memorial Day weekend saw a record number of people move through U.S. airports. Correspondent Shelley Adler has details. 

LA Police Search for Escaped Inmates 
Authorities in south Louisiana are searching for two of four men who escaped a parish jail through a perimeter fence. 

North Korea Spy Satellite Fails to Launch 
North Korea’s attempt to put a new spy satellite into orbit has failed. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports. 

Ukraine to Recieve Defense Systems from Spain 
Ukraine has announced it is going to get more support from one of its European allies. Correspondent Norman Hall has details. 

Canadians Return Home After Wildfires 
Canadians who had to evacuate their homes due to a wildfire are being allowed to return home. Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports. 

FBI Investigating Hackers For Hire 
The FBI have their hands full with ransomware and cybersecurity issues, but now they're investigating an international cyber mercenary scheme that may have been going on for years. Here's Chuck Palm with that in today's tech news. 
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Holiday Weekend Tornadoes Kill At Least 18
The Memorial Day holiday weekend has been a deadly one in the Midwest, as severe weather including hail and tornadoes have cut a swath of destruction through states including Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Kentucky, leaving more than a dozen dead. As correspondent Jackie Quinn reports, damage was also reported in Missouri, and even the famed Indianapolis 500 was impacted, forcing 125 thousand people to be quickly evacuated for their safety.
  
Libertarians Boo Trump
On Saturday, former President Donald Trump sought the official endorsement of the Libertarian Party. But despite the invitation, he was not greeted warmly by those in attendance. John Stolnis has more from Washington.
  
Closing Arguments Tomorrow
It will be a history-making week in a New York City court where closing arguments will begin tomorrow in the so-called hush money case against former President Donald Trump.
  
Uvalde Families New Lawsuit
It was a very somber weekend in Uvalde, Texas as the community held a solemn vigil on the two-year anniversary of the attack on Robb Elementary School, but at the same time, attorneys filed lawsuits against well-known companies. Lisa Dwyer reports.
 
Actor Killed During Robbery
Shocking news out of Hollywood where actor Johnny Wactor, best known for his role as Brando Corbin in the daytime soap General Hospital, was shot and killed during a robbery attempt. 
  
Judge Says No To Hunter
A Federal judge has made key rulings in the case involving Hunter Biden, clearing the way for a trial to begin next month. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.
   
Record-Setting Travel Weekend
The Memorial Day weekend kicked off the official start of the summer travel season, and despite higher prices, the roads, rails and airports are off to an impressive start. 
  
Latest In The Middle East
There was more bloodshed in the Middle East after Israel targeted a number of Hamas leadership in Rafah, and now the terrorists say at least 50 civilians were killed in the strike.
  
Addressing The Navy Grads
The Pentagon's chief traveled to Annapolis, where he told Naval Academy graduates to be ready for immediate challenges, after some former classmates were immediately thrown into a fight.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
  
Deadly Chicago Weekend
The holiday weekend has been a deadly one in Chicago. Police report at least 25 people have been shot since Friday, five fatally, due to gun violence. One of those killed, a 5-year-old girl.
  
Latest On The Rust Case
A New Mexico judge has rejected a request by Alec Baldwin to dismiss the sole criminal charge against him in a fatal shooting on the set of the movie “Rust.” Lisa Dwyer reports.
  
NYC Subway Violence
New York City Police have a man in custody after a violent attack in the city’s subway system. Police report the suspect who was acting erratically tossed flaming liquid at a man who waiting for a train.
   
Will You Ever Retire
Are you making any plans for your golden years? A recent survey of older Americans found that many believe instead of leaving the workforce, they don’t see themselves retiring - ever. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.
   
Heat Deaths Concern
As we officially start summer, doctors are concerned following last year’s large number of deaths related to extreme heat, not just for people enjoying the outdoors, but also for people working outside. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
  
Tech News
Scientists have used computer models to 3D print all kinds of useful objects and tools, now, University scientists are printing surgical-grade bones.  Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s Tech news.
  
Finally  
There was a slow holiday weekend at the box office with a battle for the top spot between a Mad Max-style movie and one that starred a cat. Kevin Carr has the details. 
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Senate Border Bill Fails
Senate Democrats could not muster enough votes within their own party to advance a bipartisan border security bill, with nearly every Republican voting to filibuster it. As Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports, anger over inaction for border security continues to grow, including from Texas Republican Congressman Dan Crenshaw, who blasted his own party for its inaction.
  
House Holds Another College Antisemitism Hearing
Congress grills U-C-L-A’s chancellor and the heads of two other universities over campus protests that show no signs of stopping. Jim Roope reports that at the same time, there was a confrontation on the UCLA campus, and Harvard University’s graduation ceremony was disrupted.
 
SCOTUS Rules On South Carolina Elections
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a Republican-drawn South Carolina congressional district, reversing lower court rulings that had struck it down as a product of racial gerrymandering that excluded Black voters.)
 
Louisiana To Change Their Abortion Law
Louisiana is now just a governor’s signature away from a major change to their abortion law. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.
  
Officer Probed In Golfer’s Arrest
The Kentucky police officer who arrested a top-ranked golfer is now facing ‘corrective action’ for not recording the incident. Correspondent Jackie Quinn reports.
   
Charity At The Checkout Line
When it comes to charity, customers are becoming very generous at the cash register. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
   
Why The Senate’s Border Bill Failed
The Senate has defeated a border security bill for the second time. Correspondent Linda Kenyon has the story from Washington.
  
Biden Greets Kenya President
President Biden is praising Kenya for sending forces to quell a gang uprising in Haiti, and at the same time, defending the lack of American forces despite US monetary support and logistics. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.
 
Latest In The Middle East
In the Middle East, three US Servicemen were hurt, once seriously, in an incident at the newly built aid pier in Gaza, as the war continues between Hamas and Israel.
  
Trump Rallies The Bronx
Former President Donald Trump held a rally in front of a huge crowd in deep-blue New York City. Pamela Furr has the details.
  
Massive Robo-Call Fine
A multi-million dollar fine was imposed after election robo-calls surfaced during the New Hampshire presidential primary.  The details from correspondent Jackie Quinn.
  
Rulings On Abuse
In Pennsylvania, a judge ruled Wednesday that dozens of children suffered physical and mental abuse including rape inside state juvenile detention centers. Now comes word that at a New Hampshire jury has awarded $38 million dollars to the man who blew the lid off abuse allegations at the Granite State’s youth detention facility. Correspondent Norman Hall reports.
    
Sports – Robert Workman  
Playoffs and more.  
    
Finally  
The most famous animated cat gets a new film this weekend. Kevin Carr has a sneak peek at The Garfield Movie.
   
Prepare for delays in the air and gridlock on the roads. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports on what could be a record Memorial Day weekend for travel.
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