California Avalanche, New Details In Guthrie Case, Zuckerberg Takes The Stand, US Readying Iran Attack

Today on America in the MorningCalifornia Avalanche

An investigation is underway in California following an avalanche that happened during a mammoth snowstorm that left eight skiers dead and another missing. Correspondent Julie Walker reports on the extreme conditions that led to the avalanche as weather is making it difficult to continue the recovery efforts.

New Guthrie Case Developments

With the search for Nancy Guthrie in its third week, several new developments emerged on Wednesday, along with a new ransom note. Correspondent Rich Johnson has more, including an interview given by the Pima County Sheriff and what the FBI is now focusing on.

US Prepping For Iran Attack

The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the Pentagon is sending significant numbers of jet fighters and support aircraft to the Middle East, assembling the greatest amount of air power in the region since the 2003 invasion of Iraq.

Wexler Behind Closed Doors

Members of the House Oversight Committee heard closed-door testimony from billionaire Leslie Wexler, the businessman behind the brands of Bath and Body Works and Victoria’s Secret. Jennifer King reports on what was learned during the latest hearing regarding Jeffrey Epstein.

No Breakthroughs In Russia-Ukraine Talks

The word from Geneva was not good with lack of breakthroughs in the latest U.S.-brokered peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports we are now a week away from the war entering its fifth year.

Gunman Near US Capitol Stopped

We are learning more about the man arrested Tuesday after he ran from his vehicle toward the west side of the U.S. Capitol Building armed with a shotgun. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Zuckerberg Takes The Stand

Mark Zuckerberg traded in his Silicon Valley office for a seat in the witness stand in a Los Angeles trial focusing on a landmark case of social media addiction. Correspondent Jennifer King reports on the testimony given by the Facebook parent-company Meta CEO.

Georgia Election Officials Want Answers

Fulton County, Georgia election officials want their ballots back, and they've filed a new motion claiming that the search warrant used by FBI investigators was "unprecedented in American history." Correspondent Joan Jones has more.

Colbert Interview Causing Uproar

An interview with Texas Democrat U-S Senate candidate James Talarico with Steven Colbert was scrapped on the CBS Late Show but allowed to air online this week. Correspondent Clayton Neville says FCC Chair Brendan Carr insists “There was no censorship" and accused Talarico "of committing a “hoax" in a situation that is being pointed to the Equal Time rule.

New Kansas Law

Local governments, school districts and public colleges in Kansas will have a matter of days to conform their facilities to a new state law restricting who can use restrooms and other private spaces in government-owned buildings.

Finally

Mardi Gras is usually a festive time, unless you break the law. Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details of the arrest of actor Shia LeBeouf in New Orleans after getting into a fight at a bar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices