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Trending is a feature of Current News that talks about stories that are currently getting a lot of attention. Typically these are stories that are in the news because of their unusual nature or a sudden escalation in a situation. For example, the death of President John F. Kennedy triggered nationwide coverage, forcing many stations to interrupt their regular programming to cover the story. In modern times, breaking news is often covered through an alert crawl or “Newsflash” graphic during non-news programming, reducing the need for program interruptions. Previously, this type of coverage was limited to severe weather events, which require immediate and continuous coverage.
March 19, 2026 * The U.S. military is briefing Trump on options for helping resolve the deadlock over the Strait of Hormuz. Also, the case of a Utah woman who spiked her husband’s drink with fentanyl in order to collect millions in life insurance. Plus, a report alleges that renowned labor leader Cesar Chavez abused girls and raped women.
