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Weekend Tornadoes Kill At Least 18, Libertarians Boo Trump, Hush Money Closing Arguments, Record Holiday Travel

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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 o

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