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A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.

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A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.

    How Did a “Floating City” Lose Control?

    How Did a “Floating City” Lose Control?

    The NTSB begins its investigation into the ship that took down Baltimore’s longest bridge. Israeli diplomats consider whether to visit the U.S. amid a major rift. And Florida enacts a law cracking down on home squatters.
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    • 30 min
    The Baltimore Bridge Collapse

    The Baltimore Bridge Collapse

    A large container ship collides with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, sending it plummeting down into the Patapsco River. Automakers scramble to divert shipments that would usually be passing through Baltimore’s busy ports. And a skeptical Supreme Court casts doubt on the plaintiffs challenging abortion drugs.
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    • 25 min
    The Abortion Pill’s Day in Court

    The Abortion Pill’s Day in Court

    The Supreme Court prepares to hear its first major abortion case since its Dobbs decision. Sean “Diddy” Combs’ homes are raided by federal investigators. And baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani tries to navigate a potential sports betting scandal. 

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    • 25 min
    The Attack Russia Wishes Wasn’t ISIS

    The Attack Russia Wishes Wasn’t ISIS

    ISIS terrorists open fire on a Moscow concert hall, killing more than 100. Far-right Republicans broach the idea of replacing House Speaker Mike Johnson. And Princess Kate reveals she has cancer.
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    • 28 min
    DOJ to Apple: iSue You

    DOJ to Apple: iSue You

    The Justice Department accuses Apple of turning the iPhone into a monopoly. New research questions whether buying a home will save Americans money. And a Massachusetts man becomes the first living American to receive a transplanted kidney from a pig.
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    • 26 min
    Border Legal Limbo

    Border Legal Limbo

    A controversial Texas immigration law is back in court. House Republicans push forward with their impeachment inquiry into President Biden. And the relationship between the U.S. and Israel is fraying amid concerns the war in Gaza will widen.
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    • 28 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
5.7K Ratings

5.7K Ratings

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What a Team!

As a high school history teacher, I have listened to Start Here every morning before school/work. I use the stories for my daily feature “Happening Today, History Tomorrow” and it is THE perfect way to bring about conversation about the news of the day. Brad Milke, you are the perfect host with being completely thorough in your interviews, appropriately expressive in so many moments-your response 100% matches the situation of the story, and you totally care for us as your audience when you are required to be away (which I am sure I can speak for 99.9% of us that those are the hardest days!). Thank you for what Start Here is…I am always so happy for every award you all win! WELL DESERVED every time!

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My favorite podcast!

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