Trump aims to help veterans with ‘breakthrough’ drugs
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Saturday morning to fast-track the study of using psychedelics to treat Americans living with depression, PTSD, addiction, and other conditions. Trump said that the action was going to directly impact veterans in particular. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Juliana Mercer, a Marine Corps veteran and Executive Director of Healing Breakthrough, an organization that advocates for psychedelic-assisted therapy for veterans.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Saturday morning to fast-track the study of using psychedelics to treat Americans living with depression, PTSD, addiction, and other conditions. Trump said that the action was going to directly impact veterans in particular. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Juliana Mercer, a Marine Corps veteran and Executive Director of Healing Breakthrough, an organization that advocates for psychedelic-assisted therapy for veterans.
Multiple dead after gunman opens fire on Kyiv street
We are learning the latest as reports say a Russian gunman was killed on Saturday in Ukraine after opening fire at a supermarket in Kyiv. According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and local officials, six people were killed and at least 14 others were wounded. Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko said that the 58-year-old shooter had resided in the Donetsk region and was born in Moscow. "My condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims," Zelenskyy wrote. Early reports indicate that Ukraine’s security service labeled the attack an act of terrorism.
We are learning the latest as reports say a Russian gunman was killed on Saturday in Ukraine after opening fire at a supermarket in Kyiv. According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and local officials, six people were killed and at least 14 others were wounded. Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko said that the 58-year-old shooter had resided in the Donetsk region and was born in Moscow. "My condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims," Zelenskyy wrote. Early reports indicate that Ukraine’s security service labeled the attack an act of terrorism.
Ukraine captures position with robot ground force
This past week, Russia hammered some civilian areas in Ukraine with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles. This comes as Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have yet to find an end to the ongoing, protracted conflict. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer Hal Kempfer, as President Zelenskyy announced Monday that Ukraine had captured a Russian position using an entirely robot ground force.
This past week, Russia hammered some civilian areas in Ukraine with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles. This comes as Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have yet to find an end to the ongoing, protracted conflict. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer Hal Kempfer, as President Zelenskyy announced Monday that Ukraine had captured a Russian position using an entirely robot ground force.
Iran reimposes restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz
Retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall to speak about the latest updates coming out of the Middle East. We learned this weekend that Iran has now re-closed the critical Strait of Hormuz in response to the blockade from the United States on Iranian ships and ports. This comes as, according to early reports, a 10-day ceasefire in Israel and Lebanon began at midnight Friday and appears to be holding.
Retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall to speak about the latest updates coming out of the Middle East. We learned this weekend that Iran has now re-closed the critical Strait of Hormuz in response to the blockade from the United States on Iranian ships and ports. This comes as, according to early reports, a 10-day ceasefire in Israel and Lebanon began at midnight Friday and appears to be holding.
Iran conflict forces shift in military aid to Europe
According to new reporting from Reuters, some officials in the United States have told their European counterparts that some previously contracted weapons deliveries are likely to be delayed. This comes as the Iran war reportedly draws on weapons stocks. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Gram Slattery, a White House correspondent for Reuters, as President Donald Trump recently suggested a second round of direct peace talks could happen this weekend.
According to new reporting from Reuters, some officials in the United States have told their European counterparts that some previously contracted weapons deliveries are likely to be delayed. This comes as the Iran war reportedly draws on weapons stocks. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Gram Slattery, a White House correspondent for Reuters, as President Donald Trump recently suggested a second round of direct peace talks could happen this weekend.
Iran imposes restrictions in Strait of Hormuz
The standoff over the Strait of Hormuz escalated again Saturday as Iran reversed its reopening of the crucial waterway and fired on ships attempting to pass, in retaliation after the United States pressed ahead with its blockade of Iranian ports.
The standoff over the Strait of Hormuz escalated again Saturday as Iran reversed its reopening of the crucial waterway and fired on ships attempting to pass, in retaliation after the United States pressed ahead with its blockade of Iranian ports.
President Trump says Strait of Hormuz 'completely open'
On Friday, President Donald Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz "completely open and ready for business and full passage." Concurrently, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi stated that the vital waterway is accessible via a "coordinated route." LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg interviews Michael Rubin, an American historian at the American Enterprise Institute, to further discuss.
On Friday, President Donald Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz "completely open and ready for business and full passage." Concurrently, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi stated that the vital waterway is accessible via a "coordinated route." LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg interviews Michael Rubin, an American historian at the American Enterprise Institute, to further discuss.
President Trump delivers remarks at TPUSA event in AZ
President Trump delivered remarks at a Turning Point USA event in Phoenix, Arizona on Friday.
President Trump delivered remarks at a Turning Point USA event in Phoenix, Arizona on Friday.
Trump talks Iran ahead of event in Arizona
President Trump spoke briefly to members of the media about Iran before his speech at a rally in Phoenix, AZ on Friday. Trump said the Strait of Hormuz blockade will end when there's a deal, he also said discussions with Iran would continue into the weekend.
President Trump spoke briefly to members of the media about Iran before his speech at a rally in Phoenix, AZ on Friday. Trump said the Strait of Hormuz blockade will end when there's a deal, he also said discussions with Iran would continue into the weekend.
Oil prices plunge as Strait of Hormuz reopens
Phil Flynn with Fox Business joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to break down the drop in oil prices after President Donald Trump announced Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open."
Phil Flynn with Fox Business joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to break down the drop in oil prices after President Donald Trump announced Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open."
FSU shooting: University marks 1 year since 2 dead, 6 hurt in attack
It was a somber morning as students and faculty of Florida State University paid their respects to victims of a mass shooting on campus one year ago.
It was a somber morning as students and faculty of Florida State University paid their respects to victims of a mass shooting on campus one year ago.
Changes coming after Roblox agrees to pay $10 million over child safety concerns
Popular gaming platform, Roblox, has reached a settlement in a battle over online child safety that has ended in a multimillion-dollar agreement, with Roblox committing to changes across the platform after reaching a $10 million settlement with the state of Nevada.
Popular gaming platform, Roblox, has reached a settlement in a battle over online child safety that has ended in a multimillion-dollar agreement, with Roblox committing to changes across the platform after reaching a $10 million settlement with the state of Nevada.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 76 latest updates
Friday marks Day 76 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. Nancy disappeared from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1, and authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.
Friday marks Day 76 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. Nancy disappeared from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1, and authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.
California man accused of swapping Legos with dried pasta in $34K Target theft ring
Jarrelle Augustine of Paramount was arrested in connection with a nationwide Target theft ring involving $34,000 of Lego sets replaced with dried pasta.
Jarrelle Augustine of Paramount was arrested in connection with a nationwide Target theft ring involving $34,000 of Lego sets replaced with dried pasta.
The Waco siege unfolds on live TV
The standoff in Waco was headline news across the U.S. for weeks. In this LiveNOW & Then full episode, we hear about the challenges of covering the Branch Davidians, the government response, and the fiery siege fairly and accurately.
The standoff in Waco was headline news across the U.S. for weeks. In this LiveNOW & Then full episode, we hear about the challenges of covering the Branch Davidians, the government response, and the fiery siege fairly and accurately.
Trump slams NATO after Strait of Hormuz reopens
President Trump posted on Truth Social: "Now that the Hormuz Strait situation is over, I received a call from NATO asking if we would need some help. I TOLD THEM TO STAY AWAY, UNLESS THEY JUST WANT TO LOAD UP THEIR SHIPS WITH OIL. They were useless when needed, a Paper Tiger! President DJT"
President Trump posted on Truth Social: "Now that the Hormuz Strait situation is over, I received a call from NATO asking if we would need some help. I TOLD THEM TO STAY AWAY, UNLESS THEY JUST WANT TO LOAD UP THEIR SHIPS WITH OIL. They were useless when needed, a Paper Tiger! President DJT"
D4vd arrested in connection with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
Singer D4vd has been arrested in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas-Hernandez, whose body was found Sept. 8, 2025, in the front trunk of a Tesla registered to him.
Singer D4vd has been arrested in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas-Hernandez, whose body was found Sept. 8, 2025, in the front trunk of a Tesla registered to him.
Iran FM: Strait of Hormuz passage open for vessels
Iran's Foreign Minister announced on Friday: "In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire, on the coordinated route as already announced by Ports and Maritime Organisation of the Islamic Rep. of Iran."
Iran's Foreign Minister announced on Friday: "In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire, on the coordinated route as already announced by Ports and Maritime Organisation of the Islamic Rep. of Iran."
Honda recalls 440K vehicles for faulty air bags
Honda is recalling over 440,000 minivans due to issues with faulty air bags.
Honda is recalling over 440,000 minivans due to issues with faulty air bags.
Humanitarian need in Lebanon amid ceasefire
While the temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon continues, humanitarian aid groups are working to get help to people affected by the conflict.
While the temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon continues, humanitarian aid groups are working to get help to people affected by the conflict.