CNN 5 Things

Deadly Festival Shooting, War Concerns Inside Trump White House and more

Three people have been killed, several hurt in a Seattle food festival shooting. According to sources: Vice President Vance and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, General Dan Caine have raised concerns about the war with Iran. The murder trial begins for a mom who strangled her three kids. A “Mouthpad” turns your tongue into a cursor.   Plus, "Little Free Blockbusters" pop up around US.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

One Thing: Has Progressive Criticism of Israel Gone Too Far?

This midterm season, one issue has become something of a litmus test for Democratic candidates: support for Israel. However, some Jewish progressives fear the fine line between policy disagreements and antisemitism is starting to fray, leaving some to ask: should Jewish candidates should even try to run for president?  For more: As Israel becomes Democratic litmus test, Jewish progressives warn about a tilt into antisemitism [https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/07/politics/israel-democrats-antisemitism-concerns]  ---  Guest: Edward-Isaac Dovere, CNN Senior Reporter  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Photo By: Spencer Platt/Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

5 Good Things: A Pilot Throws a Surprise Airport Concert

This commercial airline pilot has a second career leaves passengers smiling after they land [https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/25/travel/united-pilot-violinist-netanel-draiblate-enterprise]. Happy hour at one assisted living facility was on the rocks until this octogenarian stepped in. As CNN Heroes celebrates 20 years, we revisit a 2012 Hero who turned sports into a path to recovery. The winners of the “world coolest marathon” share what it takes to run at the top of the globe. Plus, one psychologist explains why making fewer decisions might lead to a happier life.  Host/Producer: Krista Bo Polanco  Producer: Eryn Mathewson, Leying Tang   Senior Producer: Felicia Patinkin  Editorial Support: Jackson Loo, Christie O'Reilly, James Mazzullo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Record Measles Cases, Dems’ First Primary State, LeBron James’ New Team and more

Measles is making a historic comeback in the US. Israel is preparing for a large-scale military operation in the West Bank. We’ll tell you which state secured the coveted first-in-the-nation spot for the 2028 Democratic presidential primary. A rescheduled press dinner takes place tonight months after a shooting. Plus, an NBA superstar reveals his next landing spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

New Tariffs, Cyclospora Outbreak Expands, United Ditches Some Middle Seats and More

The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs on dozens of America’s trading partners. Families of victims in a Georgia school shooting address the suspect in court. Cases linked to the massive cyclospora outbreak expand to more states - we'll tell you where. CNN is on board a Philippine vessel as Chinese ships blast it with water cannon near a disputed shoal in the South China Sea. And United Airlines is getting rid of some middle seats – but it’ll cost you if you want to sit in the roomier rows.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]