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5 min readDuring NPR's News Now broadcast on April 25, 2026, the lead story dominated airtime: shots fired at the White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington, D.C., where President Trump and his cabinet were attending his first such event as president. Other updates included stalled Middle East diplomacy over Iran, raging wildfires in Georgia, a ratified Hollywood labor deal, and buildup to a record-setting London Marathon.
Shots Fired at White House Correspondents Dinner
Gunshots interrupted the White House Correspondents Dinner, prompting the Secret Service to rush President Trump, First Lady, and cabinet members from the venue. All attendees, including the president, were reported safe, and the crowd began evacuating. A suspect is now in custody. Trump returned briefly afterward to praise the Secret Service and law enforcement for their swift response. He is scheduled to address the incident from the White House soon. This marked Trump's debut at the annual event, where he had been set to deliver a speech.
Stalled Peace Efforts Over Iran and Strait of Hormuz
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- 1 (00:00) **White House Correspondents Dinner Shooting** - Shots fired at event; President Trump, cabinet rushed out safely
- 2 (01:05) **Iran-Pakistan Peace Talks Stall** - Iran's FM leaves Pakistan without US meetings amid ceasefire tensions
- 3 (01:57) **Georgia Wildfires Rage** - Two major fires threaten homes amid drought and winds; 87+ homes destroyed in Brantley County
- 4 (02:49) **Shooting Update** - Suspect in custody; top story repeat confirms Trump and attendees safe
- 5 (03:01) **Screenwriters Union Deal** - Ratified 4-year contract with Hollywood studios ends negotiations smoothly
- 6 (03:31) **London Marathon Prep** - Record 59,000+ runners set for tomorrow's event past iconic landmarks
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