March 11, 2026
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After decades of hostility, the United States and Iran are now in open conflict. Operation Epic Fury marked the most significant U.S. military action in the Middle East since the Iraq War. The campaign has already resulted in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, retaliatory missile strikes across the region, rising oil prices, and global airspace disruptions.
Februrary 19, 2026
Nancy Guthrie has now been missing from her Tucson, Arizona home for more than 18 days — and investigators say new evidence could be key to understanding what happened.
Feburary 12, 2026
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At 1:47 a.m., Nancy Guthrie’s doorbell camera went dark. Forty minutes later, her pacemaker disconnected. By noon, her family realized something was wrong. Blood was discovered on her porch. Ransom notes demanding millions in bitcoin began arriving at media outlets. Then, newly recovered footage revealed a shadowy figure approaching her home — attempting to cover the camera before walking away. Nancy Guthrie, 84, has been missing since February 1st.
January 28, 2026
Minnesota has become one of the biggest domestic flashpoints of the year after two fatal shootings involving federal immigration officers in Minneapolis. The deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good have sparked nationwide protests, political backlash, and rare public criticism from current and former leaders.
January 15, 2026
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Minnesota is facing one of the largest alleged fraud scandals in U.S. history — with federal prosecutors estimating up to $9 billion stolen from welfare and social service programs. What began as fraud investigations into childcare, food assistance, housing, and Medicaid has now escalated into a full-scale confrontation between state leaders and the federal government.
January 8, 2026
A deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis has sparked a fierce political divide. Federal officials and Republican leaders say an ICE officer acted in self-defense, while Minnesota Democrats call the shooting unnecessary and based on misinformation.
Jan 2, 2026
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With the 2026 midterms approaching, a wave of congressional departures is reshaping the political landscape on Capitol Hill. Members from both parties are announcing retirements, resignations, and bids for higher office — developments that could play a pivotal role in determining which party controls the U.S. House next year.
September 16, 2025
FBI Director Kash Patel got into a war of words with several Democrats during his Senate oversight hearing on Tuesday as he fought against accusations that he has politicized the agency, pursued retribution against perceived adversaries of the Trump administration, and faced questions about his handling of Charlie Kirk's death investigation.
December 13, 2025
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A complete summary of The National News Desk's coverage of the Venezuela conflict up to this point.
Feb 3, 2023
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College Television Award Nominated Episode
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​WUFT News is a live, student produced broadcast and PBS-affiliate stationed at the University of Florida. Student anchor Ophelie Jacobson is the lead anchor of this network’s episode. The episode showcases local news featuring public safety concerns, human right violations, student affairs and national coverage. Student reporter Camila Pereira introduces a package about a vigil held for Alachua County inmate Marcus Goodman. The episode’s weather forecast is led by student forecaster Shawn Humphrey. Student sports reporter Gabriela Vitale covers local high-school, college and professional sports. National news covered in this episode featured stories regarding an influx of national jobs added to the labor market, a CDC recall on bacteria-contaminated eye drops and discussing the state of national law enforcement following the death of Tyre Nichols.
Mar 9, 2023
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WUFT News is a live, student produced broadcast and PBS-affiliate stationed at the University of Florida. Student anchors Francis Kapper and Fareeha Abrar are the lead anchors of this network’s episode.
Mar 31, 2023
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WUFT News is a live, student produced broadcast and PBS-affiliate stationed at the University of Florida. Student anchors Ophelie Jacobson and Fareeha Abrar are the lead anchors of this network’s episode.