The Latest: 03/22/2026 12:59pm 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. Iran is responding to President Trump's 48-hour deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump threatened a major strike on Iran's power plants if Tehran doesn't comply. A spokesman for Iran's military warn today that if his country's fuel and energy infrastructure, Iran will strike the same type of facilities used by America and its allies in the region.

1:04The President's ultimatum came as global oil prices continued to soar with the war in the Middle East now entering its fourth week. Israeli officials say about 180 people have been wounded by Iranian missiles in southern Israel. The attacks happened late Saturday in the cities of Iraq and Amona after air defense systems failed to intercept at least two missiles. The Guardian says about a dozen people had serious injuries and crews were searching for others believed to be trapped under rubble. Iranian state media says the attacks were in response to the latest round of U.S. and Israeli attacks. Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister says its military is preparing for the possibility of military aggression from the U.S. On NBC's Meet the Press, Carlo Fernandez de Coccio said Cuba's leaders would be naive to ignore the possibility. We truly hope that it doesn't occur. We don't see why it would have to occur and we find no justification whatsoever. Why would the government of the United States force its country to take military action against a neighboring country like Cuba?

2:08His comments come after President Trump told reporters at the White House last week they will have the honor of taking Cuba. Trump called the island less than 100 miles from Florida, quote, a failed nation and said, I think I can do anything I want with it. Cuba is in the midst of another nationwide blackout as the U.S. has been blocking fuel supplies to Cuba from Venezuela. White House borders our Tom Homan says ICE agents will start moving into airports on Monday. Homan confirmed the plan on CNN stated the union he didn't specify which airports the agents would be sent to first. I'm Lisa Carton. In Alaska, an anchorage man is facing charges after allegedly robbing a bank while armed only with the power and authority of Jesus Christ. Monica Nelson reports. An affidavit filed in Alaska District Court says 35-year-old Dishalan Jelks walked into a credit union one late last month and handed the teller a note that read, I have a weapon and that weapon I am armed with is the power and authority of Jesus Christ. Empty the drawer into an envelope, do not set off the alarm.

3:11So the teller gave Jelks the money in an envelope that included a tracker. Police located the suspect at a Costco across the street and arrested him. Cops say he then asked arresting officers if he'd be getting any of the stolen money back. Exercising in the morning is better for your health compared to later in the day according to new research. Here's Rob Martyr. A study found those who exercised earlier in the morning worth 31% less likely to have coronary artery disease, 18% less likely to have high blood pressure, and 21% less likely to have high cholesterol. They also had a lower chance of getting diabetes or being obese. Researchers presented their findings at the American College of Cardiology after tracking heart rate data for a full year on thousands of people who exercised. I'm Rob Martyr. When Arizona Rivertown has broken the record for the hottest day in March in US history. Martinez Lake is a town of about 800 that sits along the Colorado River north of Yuma on Thursday.

4:12The National Weather Service says Martinez Lake hit 110 degrees the hottest day ever for the month of March. Eight teams are advancing to the next round of the NCAA men's basketball tournament. Rob seeds Michigan and Duke advanced to the sweet 16 on Saturday after wins over St. Louis and TCU respectively. Michigan State also punched their ticket to the sweet 16 with a win against Louisville. Eight more games are scheduled today. I'm Lisa Carton.