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Trump Talks Tariffs With Cabinet

President Trump told his Cabinet that he is pleased with the response by other nations to his tariff regime, despite another down day on Wall Street. John Stolnis has more from Washington.

NYC Helicopter Crash

There was tragedy in New York after a tourist helicopter carrying family members from Spain plunged into the Hudson River, killing all six people on board, including three children. America in the Morning’s Jeff McKay has the story.

SCOTUS Says Prisoner Must Be Returned

Enforcement agents and sent to a prison in El Salvador, where federal officials sent hundreds of suspected criminals and gang members last month. The US Supreme Court says the Trump administration must return him to Maryland.   

Two Planes Clip At DC Airport

It’s happened again – another plane incident at Washington, DC’s Reagan Airport. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports two planes clipped wings prior to takeoff with members of Congress on board.

Sweepstakes Bankruptcy

The prize patrol is staying, but the company known for its sweepstakes and massive check giveaways is in need of a win of its own. Ed Donahue explains.

US-Russia Prisoner Swap

A ballerina is back on US soil, part of a prisoner with Russia facilitated by President Trump. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.

Spending Plan Vote Passes

In Washington, the House worked through the night, but on Thursday morning had enough votes to narrowly pass a budget resolution in a first step toward President Trump’s dream spending plan. Jim Roope has details.

Voter Bill Passes

The U-S House has also passed legislation that would require proof of citizenship to register to vote in Federal elections. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports it came after a series of contentious speeches on the House floor. 

EU Postpones Retaliatory Tariffs

In Europe, the nations of the European Union have taken a step back. Correspondent Laurence Brooks reports on Europe's pause on retaliatory tariffs against the United States.

Gas Prices Slightly Lower

While gasoline prices have dropped slightly this week, the overall prices are higher than they were at the end of February. Triple-A says the average cost of a gallon of regular nationwide is $3 dollars 22 cents, down 4 cents from a week ago but still up 18 cents from last month. 

Another Egg Price High

From the gas station to the supermarket, and we’ve unfortunately breached a new record high for egg prices. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.

Death Toll Rises In Dominican Republic

The situation in the capital city of the Dominican Republic gets worse by the hour. More than 200 people are now confirmed dead in the collapse of a roof at a nightclub, and rescue teams have called off the search for any more survivors. Correspondent Donna Warder reports.

Added Layer For Immigration

Changes are coming on how the nation screens some of its new arrivals. The Trump administration plans to look for anti-Semitic activity in granting immigration benefits. Correspondent Julie Walker reports.

Tech News

General Motors has announced a temporary layoff of over 200 auto workers at their Detroit Electric Vehicle assembly plant, but not because of tariffs. Here’s Chuck Palm with today’s tech news.