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06/03/2026

The GOP debate was a barnburner, no, we don't want more mass transit, and what does the word ceasefire even mean?

06/03/2026

From a recap of the GOP gubernatorial debate to primary election results in other states, catch all of your local & national news on the Wednesday edition of Colorado's Morning News with Jeana Gondek here:

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06/03/2026

Deb Haaland wins the Democratic nomination for New Mexico governor, defeating Sam Bregman with 72% of the vote. Haaland, a Laguna Pueblo member, aims to become the first Indigenous woman governor. She will face Republican Gregg Hull in November's election.

06/03/2026

Private sector hiring in the U.S. surged in May, adding 122,000 jobs, surpassing expectations. Education and health services led the growth. Average pay for job-stayers increased by nearly 4.5%. The Federal Reserve will consider these trends in its upcoming policy meeting.

06/03/2026

A hostage situation at a Chase Bank in Bakersfield, California, continues as police negotiate with a suspect who allegedly has a bomb. Two hostages have been released safely, and authorities, including the FBI, are working to resolve the standoff. The public is advised to avoid the area.

06/03/2026

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06/03/2026

The Tribeca Film Festival will premiere 'Dreams of Violets,' the first AI-generated film accepted by a major festival. Directed by Ash Koosha, it portrays Iranian protests and highlights AI's potential in storytelling. The film has sparked debate over AI's role in art and its environmental imp...

06/03/2026

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06/03/2026

Former Congresswoman Katie Porter conceded the California governor's race, as Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton lead. Porter expressed pride in her campaign, which focused on affordability and housing. The top two candidates will advance to the November election.

06/03/2026

The U.S. has sanctioned Iran's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Nobitex, for allegedly helping the Iranian government evade sanctions. Nobitex is accused of processing large sums for Iran's central bank and the IRGC. The sanctions are part of the U.S.'s "Economic Fury" campaign against Iran.