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Today we have a special episode for you on this Wednesday, December 26th, 2018! Instead of our typical roundup of the day's news in less than 10 minutes, we're using this holiday week to refresh our memories about some of the top and most popular news stories of 2018! We're talking about everything from the historic North Korea meeting to the historic jackpots and everything in between. Find links and sources to the past stories in today's show notes at https://www.theNewsWorthy.com (just click Episodes).

The news to know for Friday, December 21st, 2018! Today, we're talking about the possible government shutdown and a highly-respected military official leaving. Plus: a major airport affected by a drone, a deal giving employees an average of $1.3 million each and the shortest day of the year. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned. Look under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

All the news you need to know for Thursday, December 20th, 2018! Today: a surprise announcement from the White House affecting troops in Syria and an update about the possible government shutdown. Plus: new research about Saturn's rings, Pinterest has a new plan for 2019 and the safest cars list. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday. This week we're talking about the most popular good news stories of 2018 with guest Branden Harvey of Good Good Good. See links and sources for all the stories referenced in today's episode at https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes. Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

The news to know for Wednesday, December 19th, 2018! Today, we're talking about why President Trump's foundation is closing and the bill that got Congress to compromise. Plus: a Hollywood legend remembered, Elon Musk reveals his underground tunnel and the competition begins at the box office. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned. Look under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

The news to know for Tuesday, December 18th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the government shutdown deadline just days away now, and why there's a new call for a Facebook boycott. Plus: AI-generated faces, Google's $1 billion dollar plan for NYC and the worst passwords of 2018... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned. Look under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

The news to know for Monday, December 17th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the latest changes at the White House and what happens now that a judge ruled 'Obamacare' is unconstitutional. Plus: a Facebook photo breach, student debt canceled, Starbucks delivery and a first for Miss Universe. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned. Look under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the podcast, Techmeme Ride Home, a daily news roundup of tech news in minutes.

The news to know for Friday, December 14th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from a secret agent from Russia to a school shooting stopped just in time. Plus: Apple's plans to expand, a new kind of bank account and a Starbucks offer for free coffee in January. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial.

All the news you need to know for Thursday, December 13th, 2018! Today: how many years President Trump's former lawyer will spend in prison and the second deal prosecutors made. Plus: a form of cannabis is about to be legal, an option for a LuLulemon subscription and the most Googled person of 2018. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday. This week we're talking about travel trends and tips for 2019, from top destinations to best times to book flights. Travel expert Shellie Bailey-Shah is the founder and editor of KidTripster, an online family travel magazine that provides information and inspiration to families traveling anywhere in the world. See links and sources for all the stories referenced in today's episode at https://www.theNewsWorthy.com and click Episodes. Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day free trial and keep track of your finances faster and easier!

The news to know for Wednesday, December 12th, 2018! Today: we're talking about a public showdown in the Oval Office and a terrorist attack in France. Plus: who could get access to your mailbox, a way to speed up renting a car and Selena: The Series. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (just click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day free trial and keep track of your finances faster and easier! And by FabFitFun — get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the coupon code 'NEWSWORTHY' at FabFitFun.com. #fabfitfunpartner

The news to know for Tuesday, December 11th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the impacts of a winter storm in the U.S., the protests in France and even screen time on kids' brains. Plus: Google's CEO is in the hot seat and Time's Person of the Year. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial.

The news to know for Monday, December 10th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the legal trouble President Trump could be facing and the big changes to his administration. Plus: a winter storm, the so-called "Miami miracle," a ten-minute cancer test and Google's big development. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial.

The news to know for Friday, December 7th, 2018! Today, what to know about Trump's expected pick for a top job, the state investigating election fraud reports and the infant medicine recalled. Plus: why the host of the Oscars stepped down, new self-driving cars hit the streets and Walmart's 'Secret Santas.' Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the new holiday podcast, Welcome to Tinsel Town, where a wish lands 8-year-old Holly in the magical realm of Tinsel Town. Now she needs to find a way home. Listen and subscribe for free wherever you listen to podcasts!

The news to know for Thursday, December 6th, 2018! Today, we're talking about what happened when the Trumps, Obamas and Clintons were all in the same room, and secret facebook documents have been revealed. Plus: the best places to work and the hosts of the Golden Globes. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for 'Thing to Know Thursday.' Today's bonus interview is all about those annoying scam robocalls and what's being done to fight them. Today's guest is Maureen Mahoney. She's a Policy Analyst in Consumers Union's San Francisco office, where she works on a number of issues related to consumer privacy. The Consumers Union is the advocacy division of Consumer Reports. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial. And by FabFitFun -- get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the code 'NEWSWORTHY' at www.FabFitFun.com #fabfitfunpartner

The news to know for Wednesday, December 5th, 2018! Today, what to know about the National Day of Mourning and the high-tech test happening at the White House. Plus: the city getting a new sports team and the celebrity hosting the Oscars... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the new holiday podcast, Welcome to Tinsel Town, where a wish lands 8-year-old Holly in the magical realm of Tinsel Town. Now she needs to find a way home. Listen and subscribe for free wherever you listen to podcasts!

The news to know for Tuesday, December 4th, 2018! Today, we're talking about why the deadline for a possible government shutdown will likely be delayed and another data breach affecting millions. Plus: 5G-enabled smartphones and IKEA's plans to shrink. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial.

The news to know for Monday, December 3rd, 2018! Today, we're catching you up on the week's plan to honor a former President who died as well as the trade deals in the works and the hotel hack affecting millions of customers. Plus: a historic rocket launch and the most influential movie. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the new holiday podcast, Welcome to Tinsel Town, where a wish lands 8-year-old Holly in the magical realm of Tinsel Town. Now she needs to find a way home. Listen and subscribe for free wherever you listen to podcasts!

The news to know for Friday, November 30th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the G20 Summit, Michael Cohen's 'confession,' and a breakthrough cancer drug. Plus: AR headsets for U.S. soldiers and Airbnb's newest venture. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by Care/of. Go to www.TakeCareOf.com and get 25% off your first month of personalized daily vitamin packs with promo code NEWSWORTHY.

The news to know for Thursday, November 29th, 2018! Today: what to know about Nancy Pelosi's nomination and President Trump's plan for a border wall. Plus: sports betting deals, a Christmas tree shortage and Amazon's talking fish... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for "Thing to Know Thursday." This week's bonus interview is all about Bitcoin, cryptocurrency and blockchain. Elsa Ramon, a two-time Emmy-winning journalist and the host of an upcoming series called Adventures in Crypto, joins us to break it all down and explain why she believes it'll impact everyone in the world. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (just click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by Care/of. Go to www.TakeCareOf.com and get 25% off your first month of personalized daily vitamin packs with promo code NEWSWORTHY. And by FabFitFun — get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the coupon code 'NEWSWORTHY' at FabFitFun.com. #fabfitfunpartner

The news to know for Wednesday, November 28th, 2018! Today, a false alarm at a military hospital, new stats about illegal immigration and the most valuable U.S. company. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you Care/of. Go to www.TakeCareOf.com and get 25% off your first month of personalized daily vitamin packs with promo code NEWSWORTHY.

The news to know for Tuesday, November 27th, 2018! Today, another twist in the Russia investigation, a high-profile and controversial runoff election in Mississippi and an update about romaine lettuce. Plus: GM layoffs, gene-edited babies and Judge Jerry coming to TV... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you Care/of. Go to www.TakeCareOf.com and get 25% off your first month of personalized daily vitamin packs with promo code NEWSWORTHY.

The news to know for Monday, November 26th, 2018! Today, we're catching you up on the politics you missed over the holiday, a winter storm shutting down travel and a major report on climate change. Plus: Elon Musk on Mars, paying taxes with Bitcoin and Cyber Monday. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you Care/of. Go to www.TakeCareOf.com and get 25% off your first month of personalized daily vitamin packs with promo code NEWSWORTHY.

The news to know for Wednesday, November 21st, 2018! Today: we're talking about everything from a judge blocking one of President Trump's initiatives to a warning not to eat any Romaine lettuce. Plus: robots at Kroger and holiday deals. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (just click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day free trial and keep track of your finances faster and easier!

The news to know for Tuesday, November 20th, 2018! Today: we're talking about Ivanka Trump's emails, technology stocks and a mission to Mars. Plus: a Monday Night Football record, YouTube's free movies and Taylor Swift's announcement. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (just click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day free trial and keep track of your finances faster and easier! And by FabFitFun — get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the coupon code 'NEWSWORTHY' at FabFitFun.com. #fabfitfunpartner

The news to know for Monday, November 19th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the CIA's reported conclusion about Saudi Arabia and what to know about a turkey recall right before Thanksgiving. Plus: a promising (and spicy) alternative to opioids and who gave a record donation. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial.

The news to know for Friday, November 16th, 2018! Today: we're talking about round two of recounts in Florida and the migrant caravan arrives at the border. Plus: a first for Fortune's top businessperson, Apple's plan for original movies and a tiny turkey trend this year. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (just click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items.

The news to know for Thursday, November 15th, 2018! Today: President Trump shows his support for a bipartisan bill and even Fox News sides with CNN in a lawsuit. Plus: the CMAs, Uber's new rewards program and the 2018 'Word of the Year.' Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for "Thing to Know Thursday." This week's bonus interview takes you behind-the-scenes of what it's like for ABC7 Los Angeles reporter Leanne Suter to cover the California wildfires and the stories she'll never forget. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (just click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code 'NEWSWORTHY' for 35% off select items. And by FabFitFun — get $10 off your first seasonal subscription box with the coupon code 'NEWSWORTHY' at fabfitfun.com. #fabfitfunpartner

The news to know for Wednesday, November 14th, 2018! Today: more reports about a White House shakeup coming, CNN's lawsuit against President Trump and how Facebook is partnering with France to fight hate. Plus: what to know about a popular e-cigarette company and where a driverless Uber competitor is set to launch next month. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (just click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items.

The news to know for Tuesday, November 13th, 2018! Today: an update about the deadly wildfires in California and why a Senate race in Arizona just made history. Plus: what to know about Amazon's big announcement, a comics legend dies and the former First Lady's revealing new book. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (just click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items.

The news to know for Monday, November 12th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the most destructive wildfire in California history and the history that brought together dozens of world leaders. Plus: a record-breaking "Singles' Day," another scooter recall and the popular TV couple getting their own network. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (just click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items.

The news to know for Friday, November 9th, 2018! Today, we're talking about a shooting and wildfires in California, a new rule about asylum and the Florida midterm races that could need recounts. Plus: Girl Scouts, Disney+ and Walmart AI. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's sponsor is Babbel, the #1 selling language learning app in the world. Go to Babbel.com and use promo code 'NEWS' to get 50% off your first three months.

The news to know for Thursday, November 8th, 2018! (Updated: There are reports of a mass shooting at a Southern California bar in what is a developing story as of early this morning.) Today, we're talking about the drama at the Department of Justice (DOJ). Attorney General Jeff Sessions was forced to resign, so what's next for the Russia investigation? Plus: Ford buys Spin, Samsung's folding phone and Oprah's Favorite Things. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for "Thing to Know Thursday." This week's bonus interviews are all about veterans since Veterans Day is this Sunday, November 11th. Todays guests include Leo Shane III, the Deputy Editor of the Military Times and co-host of the Political Fallout Shelter podcast. You'll also hear from Marshall Lauck, the Chief Marketing and Growth Officer at the Bob Woodruff Foundation and a Marine Corps veteran. Go to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all the stories and topics mentioned in today's episode. Find today's date under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial.

The news to know for Wednesday, November 7th, 2018! Today, we're talking about election results: from a split Congress and high-profile races to historic wins and problems at the polls. Plus: the FCC fights back on scam calls, another store goes cashier-less and what experts predict will hit $1 trillion for the first time. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's sponsor is Babbel, the #1 selling language learning app in the world. Go to Babbel.com and use promo code 'NEWS' to get 50% off your first three months.

The news to know for Tuesday, November 6th, 2018! Today, we're talking all things Election Day: stats, predictions, TV ads and free rides. Plus: record retirement savings, Facebook pop-up stores and the Spice Girls. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by The Neat Company. Go to www.Neat.com/newsworthy to take advantage of your 30-day FREE trial.

The news to know for Monday, November 5th, 2018! Today, we're talking about presidents' speeches, Iran sanctions (+ a Game of Thrones inspired tweet) and a newly-approved opioid. Plus: a new 'Amazon Day' option and the app getting more downloads than Facebook, even though many people have never heard of it. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's sponsor is Babbel, the #1 selling language learning app in the world. Go to Babbel.com and use promo code 'NEWS' to get 50% off your first three months.

The news to know for Friday, November 2nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about the big names on the campaign trail in the final days before Election Day, and Big Tech's open letter about a possible government policy. Plus: an HBO blackout for some customers and House of Cards legacy as its final season arrives. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned today (or see below). Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Get a total of $60 off at www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy60 and use promo code NEWSWORTHY60.

The news to know for Thursday, November 1st, 2018! Today, we're talking about health insurance, Trump's new plan for military troops and an e-scooter recall. Plus: Bitcoin's birthday, 23andMe's new approval and a way to get featured for optimism. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Then, hang out after the news for "Thing to Know Thursday." This week's bonus interview is with Carolyn DeWitt. She is the President and Executive Director of Rock the Vote, the largest national organization focused on building long-term political power for this country's most diverse youth generation. Got to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all the stories and topics mentioned in today's episode. Find today's date under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Get a total of $60 off at www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy60 and use promo code NEWSWORTHY60.

The news to know for Wednesday, October 31st, 2018! Today, we're talking about President Trump's plan to change the meaning of an amendment and what happened to a famous mob boss... Plus: Google's giveaway, Uber's monthly subscription option and details about the Game of Thrones prequel. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned today (or see below). Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Get a total of $60 off at www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy60 and use promo code NEWSWORTHY60.

The news to know for Tuesday, October 30th, 2018! Today, we're talking about why President Trump's visit to Pittsburgh is controversial, why 5,200 troops were sent to the U.S.-Mexico border and things to know one week before Election Day. Plus: NASA broke some space records and Apple hosts a big event. Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned today (or see below). Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Get a total of $60 off at www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy60 and use promo code NEWSWORTHY60.

The news to know for Monday, October 29th, 2018! Today, we're talking about two big hate crimes in the U.S., the people arrested for them and the groups trying to help. Plus: the World Series champions, the weekend's top movie and why lavender was just compared to Valium... Those stories and more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned today (or see below). Today's episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Get a total of $60 off at www.HelloFresh.com/NewsWorthy60 and use promo code NEWSWORTHY60.

The news to know for Friday, October 26th, 2018! Today, we're talking about where the FBI thinks some of the bombs and suspicious packages sent in the mail may have come from. Plus: what to know today about e-cigarettes, e-sports and AI art. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off.

The news to know for Thursday, October 25th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the FBI's "highest priority" case, a different way to fight climate change and a new flu treatment. Plus: an Uber Eats secret. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all the stories and topics mentioned in today's episode. Find today's date under the section titled 'Episodes.' Also, hang out after the news for "Thing to Know Thursday." This week's bonus interview is with Scott Fowler. He's the sports columnist for the Charlotte Observer who has covered every twist and turn of ex-NFL player Rae Carruth's story -- from the wide receiver being drafted by the Carolina Panthers in 1997 to his release from prison this week. For the past year, Fowler conducted dozens of exclusive interviews with the families, friends, lawyers, investigators, and even the killer behind the most notorious crime in Charlotte history. The new podcast Carruth reveals the true story of the crime that shocked the sports world. Fowler has won more than a dozen national awards for his sportswriting and is also the author of eight books. Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off.

The news to know for Wednesday, October 24th, 2018! Today, we're talking about Hurricane Willa and the nor'easter that could follow. Plus: Facebook's new political tool, a new study about organic food and a new kind of Starbucks store. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off.

The news to know for Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018! Today, we're talking about a migrant caravan and opinions about President Trump calling it a 'national emergency.' Plus: another hurricane, teen smoking rates, the World Series and a new Pinocchio movie. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off.

The news to know for Monday, October 22nd, 2018! Today, we're talking about the Saudi government's confession and conflicting opinions about who tried to cover it up. Plus: a healthcare system hacked, a free self-driving car service, the World Series and America's largest lottery jackpot ever. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by Crickstart.com Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 20% off.

The news to know for Friday, October 19th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the latest in the missing Saudi journalist and the first big federal investigation into church sex abuse. Plus: the team advancing to the World Series, a new 'Uber Works' service and the movie expected to make a 'killing' at the box office. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to see sources and story links from all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes'). Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items.

The news to know for Thursday, October 18th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the last word from a missing journalist and Apple's new privacy website. Plus: goodbye Big Bird and hello jackpots... Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Also, hang out after the news for a short bonus interview with Rachel Botsman. She's an acclaimed author and lecturer at Oxford University who writes and researches about how technology and trust and what this means for our lives. Her TED Talks have been viewed more than 4 million times. Her books include the recently released Who Can You Trust? and before that a ground-breaking book on the rise of the sharing economy. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all the stories and topics mentioned in today's episode. Find today's date under the section titled 'Episodes.' Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items

The news to know for Wednesday, October 17th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the largest country yet to legalize marijuana and the record number of job openings in the U.S. Plus: Uber's valuation, Lyft's subscription service and Facebook's next in-home device. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes') or see below. Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items. Sources: Canada's Legal Weed: CBC, NYT, CNBC, NBC News Texas Flooding The Weather Channel / Michael Aftermath The Weather Channel Student Debt Relief: CNN, NYT Cost of College: WSJ Job Openings Record: MarketWatch, U.S. Dept. of Labor Uber's Valuation: WSJ, CNBC Lyft Subscriptions: The Verge Facebook's Next Device: Cheddar, TechCrunch Twitter Error TechCrunch / YouTube Down: CBS News, Twitter Harry Potter Parody Play: The Verge, CNET

The news to know for Tuesday, October 16th, 2018! Today, we're talking about a new take on the mystery of a missing journalist, a lawsuit against President Trump and the passing of Microsoft's co-founder. Plus: the newest "Palm" device, the NBA season opens and a new royal baby. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes') or see below. Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items. Sources: Missing Journalist Latest: Reuters, WSJ Trump Visits Florida, Georgia: AP, NYT Stormy Daniels Case Dismissed: ABC News, FOX News, CNN Microsoft Co-Founder Dies: Business Insider, CNBC, AP MIT's New AI College: TechCrunch Palm is Back: CNET, TIME NBA Opening Week: CBS Sports (full schedule), Sports Illustrated The Conners Series Premiere: THR, USA Today Royal Baby: People, Time, NYT, news.com.au

The news to know for Monday, October 15th, 2018! Today, we're talking about everything from President Trump's trip to Florida to the Mega Millions jackpot. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about all of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes') or see below. Today's episode is brought to you by the world's largest consignment and thrift store, Swap.com. Use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 35% off select items. Sources: Hurricane Michael Aftermath: AP, NYT, CBS News, USA Today Saudi Threats: Reuters, USA Today, AP, CBS News Pastor Returns Home: WSJ, TIME Melania Trump Interview: ABC News, TIME Harvard Case in Court: The Washington Post, AP, NYT Sears Bankruptcy: CNBC, USA Today, WSJ Vape Juice With Viagra?: TIME, The Verge Mega Millions Jackpot: ABC News, MarketWatch Venmo Fee: TechCrunch Weekend Box Office: Variety, Deadline Popular Halloween Candy: Business Insider, CandyStore.com, National Retail Federation

The news to know for Friday, October 12th, 2018! Today, we're talking about the damage left behind from Hurricane Michael, Kanye West goes to the White House, and Facebook reveals 3D photos. Plus: a royal wedding. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes. Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned (click 'Episodes') or see below. Today's episode is brought to you by Huut bedding, which offers soft and durable Certified Egyptian Cotton and Organic Cotton sheets. Go to Huut.co and use the promo code NEWSWORTHY for 25% off. Sources: Hurricane Michael Update: AP (drone footage), The Weather Channel, CNN Kanye West at the White House: Reuters, FOX News, Axios Fake Facebook Accounts: AP, Bloomberg, NYT Astronauts' Emergency Landing: Space.com, AP, USA Today Nobel Peace Prize Donated: The Hill Facebook's 3D Photos: VentureBeat, TechCrunch MLB Playoffs: Bleacher Report World's Longest Flight: CNBC, CNN Royal Wedding: CBS News, E! Online