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Get an unbiased take on the news stories leading the day. Join Straight Arrow News for a few minutes, five days a week, to stay ahead of the never-ending news cycle. Bringing you fact-based news for a balanced view with reporting you can trust.
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Episodes
Ransom note, blood found in Guthrie case; Trump signs shutdown deal
2/4/2026
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.
Duration:00:10:01
Clintons will testify in Epstein probe; Guthrie case turns criminal
2/3/2026
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.
Duration:00:09:44
House eyes shutdown vote; Epstein victims demand DOJ files site shut down
2/2/2026
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.
Duration:00:10:01
Warsh nominated to replace Powell as Fed chair; Shutdown deal stalls amid holdouts
1/30/2026
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.
Duration:00:10:13
New video shows previous Alex Pretti clash with agents; FBI raids Georgia elections office
1/29/2026
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.
Duration:00:09:44
DHS report says two agents shot Pretti; Rep. Ilhan Omar attacked at event
1/28/2026
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.
Duration:00:12:49
Trump sends Homan to Minneapolis, Bovino exits; Millions dig out amid deep freeze
1/27/2026
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.
Duration:00:10:43
Minnesota ICE shooting fuels impeachment calls; Winter storm cripples US travel
1/26/2026
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.
Duration:00:13:24
Minnesota ‘Day of Action’ planned; Major winter storm moves east
1/23/2026
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.
Duration:00:12:50
Trump launches ‘Board of Peace’; ICE memo expands home entry powers
1/22/2026
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.
Duration:00:10:12
Trump’s Davos arrival delayed after Air Force One issue; Europe rebuffs Greenland push
1/21/2026
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.
Duration:00:10:03
Davos opens under shadow of Trump’s Greenland push and tariff threats
1/20/2026
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.
Duration:00:11:23
Europe weighs response to Trump; Spain train crash kills dozens
1/19/2026
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.
Duration:00:10:43
Trump weighs Insurrection Act in Minnesota; Machado hands over Nobel Peace Prize
1/16/2026
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.
Duration:00:10:00
Unrest hits Minneapolis after new federal shooting; Astronauts return in historic splashdown
1/15/2026
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.
Duration:00:10:40
Trump backs Iran protesters; High-stakes White House Greenland meeting set
1/14/2026
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.
Duration:00:09:22
Trump signals force and tariffs on Iran; Minnesota sues over ICE
1/13/2026
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.
Duration:00:11:10
Jerome Powell faces DOJ criminal probe; Trump says Iran wants to negotiate
1/12/2026
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.
Duration:00:12:04
FBI assumes control in Minnesota ICE killing; Border Patrol shooting rocks Portland
1/9/2026
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.
Duration:00:13:07
ICE shooting fuels protests in Minnesota; Two dead in Utah church attack
1/8/2026
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.
Duration:00:12:19