World News Podcast - August 20th, 2014

A heartbreaking message from the family of American journalist James Foley, who was savagely executed by the Islamic Militant Group ISIS. Brave rescues in the raging floodwaters of Arizona as people became trapped in their homes and cars. Attorney General Eric Holder is in Ferguson, Missouri, to oversee the federal investigation into the police shooting of Michael Brown, as local prosecutors are now presenting evidence to a grand jury in St. Louis County. A high speed police chase ended with a fierce crash, just inches from customers sitting outside a café. And, ABC’s Gio Benitez with the dominating young girl who has become a little league sensation. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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World News Podcast - August 19th, 2014

A disturbing video posted online appears to show the beheading of American journalist James Foley who was kidnapped covering the Syrian conflict in 2012. A massive wildfire in California has forced thousands of people from their homes, and is coming dangerous close to 30,000 gallons of propane. New chaos in the streets of the St. Louis suburb of Ferguson, as dozens were once again arrested as tear gas once filled the air. Two teenagers in California has been accused of plotting an all-out assault days before the start of high school. And, ABC’s Paula Faris with how to plan your last minute summer vacation practically for free. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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World News Podcast - August 18th, 2014

While the police in suburban St. Louis were criticized for a militaristic response to the demonstrations in Ferguson, the National Guard is reporting for duty. Texas governor Rick Perry is fighting back after he was charged with abuse of power. A quick-thinking truck driver jumped to the rescue, after a grandmother and baby girl became trapped inside their burning car. Authorities in Paris are investigating the robbery of a wealthy Saudi prince. And, ABC’s Linsey Davis with the Robin Williams’ final acts of kindness to complete strangers. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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World News Podcast - August 13th, 2014

Deadly flash floods hit parts of the country as a powerful storm makes its way up the east coast. U.S. Marines and Special Forces land on mountains in Northern Iraq, where refugees are waiting to be rescued. Protests continue in a St. Louis suburb, as we learn more information about what happened to the police officer moments before that unarmed teenager was shot. A woman unexpectedly scores big at the Antiques Roadshow, what was it? This and more on the World News Podcast.

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World News Podcast - August 11th, 2014

The F.B.I says it’s taking a look at a police shooting in a St. Louis suburb that killed an 18-year-old, as authorities are calling for calm after violence and looting erupted during a vigil. Investigators are going over video frame by frame after a deadly accident involving one of the biggest racing stars behind the wheel. Political change is in the works in Iraq, as we learn more about the nightmare facing thousands of refugees trying to escape from Islamic militants. And, ABC”s Ginger Zee takes a dive with the sharks just in time for Shark Week. This and more on the World News Podcast.

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