House Democratic leaders hold weekly press briefing
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House Democratic Caucus Chair Rep. Pete Aguilar (CA), Vice Chair Rep. Ted Lieu (CA) and Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee Rep. Brendan Boyle held a press conference Wednesday in which they decried policies pushed by Congressional Republicans and the President Trump's administration  

Charges against Raul Castro announced
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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the charges against former Cuban President Raul Castro and five co-defendants over a 1996 incident in which Cuban jets shot down planes operated by a group of Cuban exiles. The announcement came during a ceremony held in memory of the four victims. 

Trump delivers US Coast Guard commencement speech
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President Trump traveled to Connecticut on Wednesday to deliver remarks at the 145th Commencement ceremony of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London. Trump congratulated the cadets on their hard work and dedication as they prepared to serve the country on the front lines.

Former Cuban President Raul Castro indicted in US
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Former Cuban President Raul Castro has been indicted in the United States, a senior Trump administration official told Reuters on Wednesday. The charges the 94-year-old Castro are expected to be based on a 1996 incident in which Cuban ⁠jets shot down planes operated by a group of Cuban exiles.

Former Congressman Barney Frank dies at 86
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Barney Frank, a Democratic congressman who represented Massachusetts, has died at the age of 86. 

Trump speaks to reporters ahead of Connecticut trip
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President Trump speaks to reporters before heading to Connecticut where he will deliver a commencement address to the US Coast Guard. 

Russia's President Vladimir Putin visits Beijing
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Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed their strategic ties and growing energy trade as they met in Beijing Wednesday only days after a visit by U.S. President Donald Trump to China.

FOX 9 Minneapolis' Chenue Her joins LiveNOW from FOX
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FOX 9 Minneapolis/St. Paul morning news anchor Chenue Her joined Adam Llorens on LiveNOW from FOX to chat about the latest news coming out of Minnesota, including ICE, fraud, the 2028 NFL Draft, and Hmong cuisine.

Congo Ebola outbreak: More than 100 deaths
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There have been more than 500 cases and at least 134 deaths due to an Ebola outbreak in Congo. This comes as the United Nations is shipping medical supplies to help fight the outbreak. Common symptoms include fever, headache, muscle, pain, vomiting, diarrhea & weakness. 

Trump-backed Barr set to advance in KY Senate race
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We are learning more as Democrats in Kentucky chose their challenger and hopeful successor to longtime Sen. Mitch McConnell. Charles Booker has reportedly clinched the Democratic nomination for Senate in the state. Booker will now face Rep. Andy Barr who was spurred by a late endorsement from President Donald Trump. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Kentucky-based political consultant, Andy Westberry, about this race and the contest involving Rep. Thomas Massie. 

Putin visits China's Xi days after Trump’s trip
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We are getting the latest updates as Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived this week in China for meetings with Xi Jinping. Putin’s meetings with the Chinese leader come less than a week after President Donald Trump made his own high-stakes visit to Beijing. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional, Hal Kempfer, after Xi reportedly described the bilateral relationship between the United States and China as the world’s most important.

Ed Gallrein defeats Rep. Massie in GOP House primary
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President Donald Trump-endorsed Ed Gallrein, a former Navy SEAL and Kentucky farmer, defeated a longtime Trump antagonist, GOP Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky. Gallrein said during his victory speech, "Now my focus is on advancing the president's and the party's agenda to put America first and Kentucky always."

Trump-backed Gallrein defeats Massie in KY-4 primary
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Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) was defeated in Tuesday's House primary election, falling to former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein, who has an endorsement from President Donald Trump.

Trump speaks during White House Congressional Picnic
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President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump spoke from the Truman balcony during the Congressional Picnic at the White House in Washington, D.C. This traditional informal event at the White House unites representatives from the legislative and executive branches, providing an evening of entertainment for them and their families. 

San Diego shooting: victims identified in mosque attack
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San Diego Police provided an update on the deadly mosque shooting. Three people were killed at the Islamic Center. 

VP Vance hosts White House press briefing
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Vice President JD Vance stood in for Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt at the weekly White House Press Briefing where he spoke on the ongoing efforts of the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud and took questions on a wide range of issues, including the ongoing conflict with Iran and President Trump's settlement agreement with the IRS that led to the creation of a $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund. 

Trump endorses AG Paxton in Texas GOP Senate race
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President Donald Trump announced Tuesday on his platform Truth Social that he is endorsing Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate race.

Trump endorses AG Paxton in Texas GOP Senate race
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President Donald Trump announced Tuesday on his platform Truth Social that he is endorsing Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate race.

California wildfire destroys home, hundreds evacuated
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At least one home was destroyed as 17,000 Simi Valley residents remain under evacuation orders amid the wind-driven Sandy Fire that continues to grow. FOX 11 LA's Mario Ramirez joined LiveNOW's Josh Breslow with the latest from the scene.