Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Israel, pushing for a ceasefire and hostage release deal. Protests over the war in Gaza is are expected in Chicago, as the Democratic National Convention kicks off there, today. Hurricane Ernesto is slowing moving away from the Eastern seaboard as parts of the region are on flood alert after heavy rainfall. Ukraine is aiming to create a buffer zone inside Russia. Plus, Hurricane Debby left some surprises for drug officials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices