The Latest: 03/09/2026 01:59pm ET

0:00This is an iHeart podcast. Guaranteed Human No one knows what the future holds, but you deserve a weather app that can help. Weatherbug is easy to use and provides forecasts for your every need. From storm warnings to pollen levels, write at your fingertips. Get the fastest local alerts and comprehensive 10-day forecasts wherever you are. It's hyper-local, real-time, customizable alerts. Make sure the weather never takes you by surprise so you can plan every day with confidence. Download the free weather bug app from the app store today and start getting accurate weather forecasts 24-7. This is your 24-7 News Update, the latest views this hour in just 4 minutes. Operation Epic Fury against Iran is now in its second week, 7 U.S. service members have been killed since the start of the operation and it's unclear at this time when the mission will wind down. Last meantime, Mojtaba Hameini, the son of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollahameini, has been selected as Iran's new Supreme Leader.

1:02An explosion near the U.S. Embassy in Norway is being investigated as an act of terrorism. It happened early yesterday with minor damage reported at the entrance of the Embassy's consular section in Oslo. There were no injuries. The blast comes as a number of American embassies and consulates around the world have been targeted for attack following the start of the U.S. and Israeli military operations in Iran. There are long security checkpoint lines at some of the nation's airports as people begin getting away for spring break. NBC Stephanie Gossk reports that yesterday passengers at Houston's hobby airport were advised to arrive up to five hours before their flight. The Department of Homeland Security blaming some delays on the partial government shutdown. Saying TSA agents are now set to face their first full missed paycheck, which could lead to crippling staffing shortages. In Atlanta and New Orleans yesterday, travelers were advised to arrive at least three hours early. It all comes amid what's expected to be a record-breaking spring break travel season with 171 million people expected to fly.

2:03Six people were killed after the U.S. conducted a strike on an alleged drug boat in the Eastern Pacific yesterday. U.S. Southern Command announced the strike on social media with an 11-second video clip showing a boat explosion. The attack comes as part of a continuing campaign targeting people suspected of smuggling drugs by sea. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declared a state of emergency in three counties as a result of tornadoes that hit the area of Friday. At least four people were killed and the deadliest tornado outbreak the state has seen in decades. Meantime in Oklahoma, an EF-2 tornado killed a mother and daughter while another twister left two others dead. I'm Chris Caragio. Coming up in the business week ahead, we'll get the latest data on existing home sales tomorrow. The National Federation of Independent Business Optimism Indexes do the same day. The Consumer Price Index comes out Wednesday. It's one of the Fed's key inflation gauges and could factor into the Central Bank's interest rate decision later this month. Thursday brings weekly jobless claims with a look at personal income and spending and a GDP revision wraps things up on Friday.

3:07If the time changes leaving you a bit groggy, you can always grab some coffee but Krispy Kreme has a great alternative. Retennis with the details. The donut giant is offering a buy one dozen, get one free today. It's their way of making the transition to daylight saving time a little bit sweeter. To get this bogey, you must order via the app and use promo code spring. This offer is good coast to coast at participating locations, even if your state doesn't change time. Since the deal is participants with two dozen donuts, the company suggests sharing, but she don't have to. Wendy's is launching an effort to hire a chief tasting officer. The fast food chain is looking to find somebody to share content about its food online. Wendy's officials say they want someone with a human mouth, a pulse opinions, creativity and taste to share videos and posts on social media related to the company. They say the gig will pay $100,000 details are posted at Wendy's chief tasting officer dot com. The NFL's free agency period begins today with a 52 hour legal tampering window before the start of the new league year Wednesday teams may begin negotiating with agents of players who will become unrestricted free agents when their contracts expire at 4 p.m. Eastern Wednesday.

4:17Team USA's World Baseball Classic run will continue tonight. The Americans will take on Mexico and their third pool play game of the tournament. Team USA is tied with Italy, a top pool B with dueling two and all records. Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Schienz is scheduled to pitch tonight. He won the National League side young award last season with a 10 and 10 record, but an ERA of 1.97. I'm Chris Caragio.