Episode 55

Firefighters in California are battling a wildfire that's burned nearly 40,000 acres near Santa Barbara. Elise Preston has more on that and other wildfires currently impacting North America. Gaza health officials are accusing Israeli forces of killing at least 325 people last week while seeking food. Debora Patta reports. President Trump is slamming Senate Democrats for stalling confirmations of his nominees, accusing lawmakers of holding up confirmations to demand billions in federal funds be released. Willie James Inman has more. 2025 is shaping up to be the worst year for home sales in U.S. history. Shanelle Kaul reports. A volcano in Russia's Far East has erupted after sitting dormant for 600 years. Scientists believe the eruption was triggered by the massive earthquake that struck the region last week.