The Morning Rundown (Video)

A passenger jet collides with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport. Two people are dead as investigators work to determine how both ended up on the same runway. Plus, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staffing shortages stretch airport lines for hours. On Monday, the Trump administration will send U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to airports to keep travelers moving. And a U.S. deadline on Iran hits over the Strait of Hormuz. Washington is threatening strikes if the waterway isn't reopened by this evening. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, March 23, 2026.

Iran strikes a major gas facility in Qatar, and President Donald Trump warns the U.S. will respond if it happens again. Plus, oil prices move past $100 a barrel, pushing gas prices higher across the U.S. Drivers are now paying more at the pump as the global supply tightens. And senators press Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on whether Iran posed an imminent threat before U.S. strikes. But she declines to give a direct yes-or-no answer. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, March 19, 2026.

Iran fires missiles into Israel after the killing of a top security official. Strikes hit near Tel Aviv, killing civilians as Iran vows more attacks. Plus, the SAVE Act heads to a prolonged Senate fight as Republicans move it forward without the votes to pass. And a meteor streaks across the eastern sky. The explosion triggers a sonic boom strong enough to shake homes. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

Israel says it has killed two top Iranian leaders as new attacks hit U.S. targets. The conflict expands with drones targeting the U.S. embassy in Baghdad. Plus, a new report says the Trump administration is pushing Cuba to remove its president during ongoing talks. And a judge blocks RFK Jr.'s overhaul of childhood vaccine recommendations, halting the changes and freezing the advisory panel's actions. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

Iran strikes Gulf targets again. Drone and missile attacks hit the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia as Tehran denies seeking talks. Plus, President Donald Trump pushes other nations to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz as attacks on tankers squeeze global oil supply. And blizzard winds collide with wildfire conditions across the Plains. Massive fires spread in Nebraska while snow and bitter cold slam the Midwest. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, March 16, 2026.

A convicted ISIS supporter opens fire inside a college ROTC class, killing a military veteran who led the department. How cadets stopped the rampage, including one who stabbed the attacker. Plus, an explosives-filled car crashes into a synagogue in Michigan and barrels inside the building. What investigators are learning after security confronts the suspect. And explosions rock Tehran as thousands fill the streets during a major demonstration. The violence comes as four U.S. service members are confirmed killed in a refueling plane crash in Iraq. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, March 13, 2026.

Oil briefly jumps back above $100 a barrel after attacks on tankers in the Persian Gulf. Now the U.S. and its allies prepare a massive release of emergency reserves to steady markets. Plus, intelligence shows Iran had considered drone attacks on targets in California. Now the western state remains on high alert. And President Donald Trump takes his beef with Republican Rep. Thomas Massie to the lawmaker's home turf. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, March 12, 2026.

Iran claims it launched its heaviest operation of the war, firing missiles and drones across the region. Plus, Iran is accused of preparing to lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz, and the U.S. military is responding. And investigators search Jeffrey Epstein's former New Mexico ranch after newly released files renewed scrutiny of the property. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

President Donald Trump signals a quick end to the war in Iran. But Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the attacks are “only just the beginning.” Plus, Australia grants asylum to five Iranian women's soccer players after they refused to sing their country's national anthem. And a Florida woman faces attempted murder charges after police say she fired multiple shots outside Rihanna's Los Angeles home. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

Iran names a new supreme leader — and within hours, missiles and drones fly again across the region. Plus, oil markets react to the escalation. Drivers in the U.S. begin seeing the impact at the pump. And an explosive device is thrown near the home of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani over the weekend. Two men are now under arrest. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, March 9, 2026.

Israel strikes targets in Iran and Lebanon as the war widens. Trump says he wants Iran's current leadership removed — and a voice in choosing who replaces it. Plus, Trump fires Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Reports say a bruising Senate hearing may have helped seal Noem's fate. And Rep. Tony Gonzales drops his reelection bid. The Texas Republican exits the race after admitting to an affair with a former aide and an ensuing investigation. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, March 6, 2026.

A U.S. submarine torpedoes and sinks an Iranian warship in international waters — the first such American strike since World War II. Now Iran is vowing retaliation. Plus, a Texas congressman admits to an affair with a former staffer as the House Ethics Committee opens a formal investigation. And the Justice Department drops its investigation into former President Joe Biden's use of an autopen after prosecutors say they couldn't identify a criminal case. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, March 5, 2026.

Israel expands strikes across Iran overnight as Tehran prepares to choose a new supreme leader, with Ayatollah Khamenei's son emerging as a possible successor. Plus, the Trump administration's rationale for striking Iran keeps shifting. The president now says Tehran was preparing to attack first — contradicting earlier claims the U.S. acted ahead of an Israeli strike. And Texas kicks off the 2026 midterm season with a major Senate primary. Democrats choose a nominee while Republicans head to a runoff. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Congress is set to receive a classified briefing on the Iran strikes as fighting spreads across the region. Americans in 14 Middle East countries are ordered to leave, but flight disruptions complicate departures. Plus, nine hours of sworn testimony from Bill and Hillary Clinton in the Epstein probe are now public. At one point, Hillary threatens to walk out. And companies move to reclaim tariff payments after the Supreme Court struck down Trump's global levies. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

War in the Middle East escalates after U.S.-Israeli strikes kill Iran's supreme leader. Tehran launches retaliatory attacks and activates its succession plan. Plus, oil prices surge more than 10% as tankers halt near the Strait of Hormuz. Higher crude prices could push up gas prices within days. And a shooting outside a bar in Austin leaves two dead and 14 injured. Investigators are examining whether the suspect was motivated by the strikes on Iran. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, March 2, 2026.

Cuban officials say armed men aboard a Florida-based speedboat opened fire in Cuban waters, killing four. The U.S. says it's investigating and confirms it wasn't a government operation. Plus, the FBI director has dismissed agents tied to the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case. Why now, and what this says about the bureau's direction under President Donald Trump. And Hillary Clinton is set to answer questions under oath about Jeffrey Epstein. Lawmakers want clarity on what she knew — and what her husband's relationship involved. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, February 26, 2026.

President Donald Trump says the country is back on track and the economy is roaring. Democrats disagree, saying affordability is worsening. Plus, the Justice Department is backing away from its effort to indict six Democratic lawmakers over a video urging troops to refuse unlawful orders. And investigators now say the key DNA evidence found in Nancy Guthrie's home may not yield a usable profile. This comes as the Guthrie family increases the reward to $1 million. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

President Donald Trump's global tariffs take effect Tuesday at 10%, not the 15% he threatened over the weekend. The White House said the higher rate is still coming, as Europe delays a trade deal and FedEx sues for refunds. Plus, up to 40 inches of snow blankets parts of the Northeast, grounding thousands of flights and knocking out power. Now comes the next challenge: digging out. And both U.S. hockey teams won Olympic gold. But when invited to the State of the Union, only one team accepted. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

Mexico killed the leader of a powerful drug cartel. Within hours, violent retaliation spread across several states. Plus, a major winter storm hammers the East Coast, forcing travel bans and grounding thousands of flights. And an armed man was shot and killed after breaching the perimeter of Mar-a-Lago. Investigators are now detailing what brought him there. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, February 23, 2026.

President Donald Trump says Iran has 10 to 15 days to reach a nuclear deal or face what he calls “bad things.” U.S. forces are repositioning in the region as talks continue. Plus, New Mexico has reopened its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's former Zorro Ranch, including an unverified allegation of buried bodies near the property. And Trump accuses former President Barack Obama of revealing classified information about aliens. Now he's directing officials to begin releasing the government's UFO files. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, February 20, 2026.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor — formerly Prince Andrew — was arrested in England on Thursday morning. Police say the case centers on alleged misconduct tied to Jeffrey Epstein. Plus, new reports of a looming strike on Iran as the U.S. increases its military presence in the region. Now, Tehran appears to be moving sensitive materials to protected sites. And rescue teams are still searching for one missing skier in California's Sierra Nevada after eight were found dead in an avalanche. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, February 19, 2026.

Nine backcountry skiers remain missing after a powerful avalanche near Lake Tahoe, as crews race against blizzard conditions. Plus, Capitol Police confronted a man who ran toward the U.S. Capitol with a shotgun after pulling up in a Mercedes. More concerning items were found in his car. And researchers document what appears to be the first-ever shark sighting on the Antarctic ocean floor — in near-freezing water more than 1,600 feet deep. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

Civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson has died after a long battle with a rare neuromuscular disease. Straight Arrow News looks back at the activist who marched with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., founded Rainbow PUSH Coalition and reshaped presidential politics. Plus, gunfire erupts at a Rhode Island high school hockey game, leaving two dead and three critically injured. What police say sparked the violence. And the sheriff publicly rules out Nancy Guthrie's family as suspects as the search intensifies. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

Three weeks into the search for Nancy Guthrie, investigators now say a glove found near her Tucson home contains DNA and appears to match the masked man seen on her doorbell camera. Plus, Homeland Security is partially shut down after lawmakers failed to reach a deal. Now, TSA, FEMA and the Coast Guard are caught in the middle. And American and Iranian officials are set to meet indirectly this week in Geneva. The White House says it wants diplomacy, while Israel says it doesn't trust Tehran. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, February 16, 2026.

Attorney General Pam Bondi faced a combative House hearing over the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files. Lawmakers pressed her on redactions and indictments, and the exchanges turned personal. Plus, police say an 18-year-old killed six people after opening fire at a secondary school in British Columbia. Now we're learning what she did at home before the attack. And NATO unveils a new unified Arctic command as Russia expands its military presence and China's activity increases. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, February 12, 2026.

Police detain and then release a person of interest in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance after the FBI shares new surveillance footage showing a masked man outside her home. Plus, a shooting at a school in western Canada. Officials say the death toll and number of injured are rising as authorities piece together what happened. And Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick admits under oath that he visited Jeffrey Epstein's private island in 2012. Now the revelation is fueling bipartisan scrutiny and calls for him to step down. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

Another ransom deadline has passed in the case of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance. Ten days in, there's still no indication of her whereabouts, and there's no proof that the demands were genuine. Plus, President Donald Trump is now threatening to block the opening of a nearly finished bridge linking Ontario and Detroit. His demand: no opening unless the U.S. gets its “fair share.” And political tensions are spilling into the Winter Olympics as American athletes push back against the president's rhetoric and policies. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

The Seahawks dominate the Super Bowl, but the loudest reaction comes from off the field. President Donald Trump blasts Bad Bunny's halftime show as offensive and “a slap in the face.” Plus, a desperate plea as the clock runs down. Savannah Guthrie and her siblings again ask for their mother's safe return, with a second ransom deadline now just hours away. And the fallout continues after a racist video depicting the Obamas circulates and then disappears from the president's Truth Social account. What Trump says about demands for an apology, and why pressure is growing from both parties. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, February 9, 2026.

A new reward is on the table as investigators continue searching for Savannah Guthrie's mother. The ransom note deadline has passed, but authorities say they still have no suspect. Plus, the U.S. and Iran have quietly reopened indirect talks in Oman. The discussions are focused on Iran's nuclear program, but officials on both sides are signaling limits on how far negotiations can go. And President Donald Trump launches a cash-discount prescription site, pitching lower drug prices without insurance These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, February 6, 2026.

Savannah Guthrie breaks her silence and makes a direct plea as investigators pursue new leads in her mother's suspected abduction. Plus, President Donald Trump, calling the Minneapolis deaths “very sad,” says they shouldn't have happened and signals expanded immigration enforcement in other cities. And the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) takes Nike to court, alleging possible discrimination against white employees in hiring, promotions and layoffs. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, February 5, 2026.

Police are now investigating an apparent ransom note sent to media outlets and blood found outside the home of Savannah Guthrie's mother. Authorities say the evidence deepens concerns that she was taken from her bed overnight. Plus, the government shutdown is over. But funding for Homeland Security expires in just two weeks, setting up a high-stakes clash over ICE tactics and immigration enforcement. And President Donald Trump is doubling down on calls to federalize elections, even as the White House insists he was referring to voter ID. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

Former President Bill Clinton and his wife, former first lady Hillary Clinton, say they'll testify before Congress about their ties to Jeffrey Epstein. But questions remain about when and whether they'll appear. Plus, Homeland Security is ordering federal immigration agents to wear body cameras, beginning in Minneapolis and expanding nationwide as funding allows. And authorities now say the disappearance of “Today” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie's mother is being treated as a crime. Investigators believe she may have been abducted, and time is critical. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

Washington begins the week in a partial government shutdown, with a high-stakes House vote expected Tuesday as Speaker Mike Johnson seeks to break the stalemate. Plus, the Justice Department's release of millions of Epstein records is drawing swift backlash. Victims' attorneys are calling it an emergency and demanding the DOJ take the files website offline. And the Kennedy Center is preparing to shut down for renovation, a major overhaul ordered by President Donald Trump that will keep the iconic venue dark for two years. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, February 2, 2026.

President Donald Trump has nominated Kevin Warsh to be his next Federal Reserve chair, a leading candidate who could influence interest rate policy. Plus, Washington races toward a shutdown deadline, as a dispute over Homeland Security funding threatens to halt parts of the government. And another major winter storm takes aim at the East, where forecasters warn a rapidly strengthening system could bring heavy snow, damaging winds and dangerous cold. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, January 30, 2026.

A new video shows Alex Pretti confronting federal agents days before the deadly shooting, and this morning it's raising new questions. Plus, government shutdown tensions rise as Democrats threaten to block funding over immigration enforcement. And the FBI raids a Georgia elections office, putting the 2020 vote back under a federal spotlight. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, January 29, 2026.

New details this morning in the Minneapolis shooting. Federal records now show two officers fired during the confrontation that killed Alex Pretti, not one. What Congress was told, and why President Donald Trump's comments about guns are raising new questions. Plus, the pressure intensifies on Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Democrats want her out, and now two Republicans are calling for her resignation. And a violent disruption at a Minneapolis town hall. Rep. Ilhan Omar was sprayed with an unknown substance during a public event. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

President Donald Trump is sending Tom Homan to Minneapolis as tensions increase over federal enforcement in the Twin Cities. The White House states that this action is intended to reduce tensions after Trump personally intervened to speak with the governor and mayor. Plus, the massive winter storm is easing, but millions are still dealing with deep snow, power outages and brutal cold. From the Midwest to New England, cleanup is slow, and forecasters warn the deep freeze isn't over yet. And Venezuela released hundreds of political prisoners, a move Trump called a “humanitarian gesture.” But interim President Delcy Rodríguez is now pushing back, saying she's had enough of America's orders. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

Another deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis is fueling protests, lawsuits and calls for impeachment. It's the third ICE-involved shooting there in less than three weeks, and pressure is mounting for a deeper federal investigation. Plus, a major winter storm continues to hammer the country. Power outages are spreading, flights are canceled, schools are closing and millions are bracing for days of brutal cold. And President Donald Trump says there's a framework for a Greenland deal. His treasury secretary claims the U.S. is getting a better bargain, even as allies push back and questions mount. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, January 26, 2026.

Minnesota activists are calling for a statewide “Day of Action” to shut down work, school and shopping as tensions escalate over ICE enforcement, with Vice President JD Vance heading into the flashpoint. Plus, a massive winter storm is slamming the U.S. with ice, snow and brutal cold — and in some places this morning, it feels like minus 40. And President Donald Trump has yanked Canada's invitation to his new “Board of Peace,” widening a diplomatic rift after he called Prime Minister Mark Carney “ungrateful.” These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, January 23, 2026.

President Donald Trump formally launches his new “Board of Peace” at the World Economic Forum in Davos, despite several major U.S. allies declining to join. Plus, a newly surfaced ICE memo instructs agents to enter homes using administrative warrants rather than warrants signed by a judge, a shift from past practice that's now drawing scrutiny. And forecasters warn of a dangerous, potentially catastrophic winter storm spanning nearly 2,000 miles. Heavy snow, ice and extreme cold are expected. Widespread travel disruptions and power outages are likely. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, January 22, 2026.

President Donald Trump's arrival in Davos was delayed just hours before his high-stakes global speech after a reported electrical issue forced a last-minute plane switch. Plus, European leaders are lining up to tell Trump to keep his hands off Greenland, setting the stage for a tense showdown as he lands in Switzerland. And the DOJ is now investigating whether Minnesota's governor, attorney general and Minneapolis mayor are illegally blocking ICE from enforcing immigration laws in the Twin Cities. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

As world leaders convene in Davos, President Donald Trump is reaffirming his focus on acquiring Greenland. Plus, new evidence suggests the high-speed train crash may have been waiting to happen long before impact, as the search for victims and answers continues in Spain. And a church service shut down by protesters is now a federal case. The attorney general is stepping in, warning that if Minnesota won't act, Washington will. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Europe moves into emergency mode after President Donald Trump ties new tariffs on close allies to negotiations over buying Greenland. Plus, the Trump administration is now preparing for the possibility of deploying active-duty troops in Minneapolis. And 39 people are dead this morning after two high-speed trains collided on the same track in southern Spain. Now investigators are trying to understand how a nearly new train derailed on a freshly renovated line. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, January 19, 2026.

Anti-ICE protests are becoming increasingly aggressive, and President Donald Trump is now suggesting a term with serious implications: insurrection. Plus, the U.S. seizes a so-called ghost fleet tanker in the Caribbean, tightening its grip on Venezuela and its surrounding waters. And Venezuela's opposition leader visits Trump with an unusual gift — and a clear hope that it might change where U.S. power lands next. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, January 16, 2026.

Minneapolis is on edge again after a federal officer shot a man in the leg during an arrest. The Department of Homeland Security says the officer was attacked during a struggle. Plus, a nationwide Verizon outage cut off millions of customers from the world Wednesday, disrupting calls and data after what authorities say was a server failure — not a cyberattack. And a dramatic splashdown off the California coast overnight. Four astronauts returned safely to Earth after NASA ordered a rare medical evacuation from the International Space Station. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, January 15, 2026.

President Donald Trump is publicly encouraging anti-government protesters in Iran to persist, as the death toll keeps increasing. His statement is now fueling fears of escalation. Plus, a pivotal White House meeting on Wednesday about Greenland. Trump wants to buy the territory, but Greenland's leaders say that's not happening. And the death of a civil rights icon whose name may not be as widely known as Rosa Parks, but whose actions helped shape the movement in lasting ways. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

President Donald Trump announces new tariffs on any country doing business with Iran, as his national security team weighs next steps — including possible military action. Plus, a rare bipartisan moment on Capitol Hill, as lawmakers warn a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell looks like retaliation over interest rates. And Minnesota's governor, attorney general and Twin Cities leaders sue the federal government, accusing ICE of an unconstitutional enforcement surge. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

The federal government has opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, but he says it's retaliation for refusing to cut interest rates. Plus, as deadly protests spread across Iran, President Donald Trump says the Iranian leadership has reached out to negotiate. But he's also warning that the U.S. could act before any meeting takes place. And Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem doubles down on her claim that the deadly ICE-involved shooting in Minneapolis was justified after new video shows the officer's perspective. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, January 12, 2026.

Minnesota wants back into the investigation of a fatal ICE-related shooting. However, federal authorities are declining, leading to protests, political pressure and growing questions about decision-making authority. Plus, protesters took to the streets overnight after two people were shot during a targeted Border Patrol stop in Portland. Homeland Security is calling it self-defense, but city leaders are calling for ICE to halt operations full stop. And President Donald Trump says he canceled a planned second wave of military action against Venezuela. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, January 9, 2026.

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and killed a woman while she was behind the wheel of an SUV, and protests quickly followed. Now, two very different accounts of the incident are colliding. Plus, a memorial in Salt Lake City becomes a crime scene. Two individuals are dead, at least six others wounded and police are still looking for the gunman after gunfire erupted near a Mormon church during a memorial service. And the U.S. took control of two Venezuelan oil tankers on the high seas, signaling a tougher enforcement of sanctions. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, January 8, 2026.

Millions of barrels are moving north as Washington cuts a deal with Venezuela. Maduro is out, oil money is in motion and the question of who will lead the country next remains wide open. Plus, President Donald Trump says the U.S. needs Greenland for national security. The White House says no options are off the table. Lawmakers and allies are pushing back, warning the rhetoric alone could have real consequences. And a new study raises concerns about tap water on airplanes, including what's used for coffee and tea. Why bottled water may be the safer choice at 30,000 feet. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, January 7, 2026.