Weekend Express with Natasha Curry

Fast-paced look at the day's essential news and buzz-worthy stories

5 women dead, 4 hurt in limo fire

5 women dead, 4 hurt in limo fire

Five women were killed Saturday after their limousine caught fire on a bridge in San Jose, California.

The white Lincoln Town Car was en route from Alameda to Foster City when it burst into flames on the San Mateo Bridge around 10 p.m. Saturday, said Art Montiel, a spokesman with the California Highway Patrol.

Spring clean your finances!

Spring clean your finances!

Spring cleaning doesn't have to be just for your junk drawer or spare bedroom. It can also mean tidying up your financial house!

Money expert Clark Howard stopped by Weekend Express to help get those finances in order!

Learn how to spot authentic Mexican dishes

Learn how to spot authentic Mexican dishes

Not so fast! Before you head out the door donning your finest sombrero in celebration of Cinco de Mayo, do you know what makes up traditional Mexican cuisine? Impress your friends and family by ordering up dishes like pork ribs with cactus or sopas!

READ MORE: 11 facts you need to know about Cinco de Mayo

Arias trial: What will the jury decide?

Arias trial: What will the jury decide?

After a grueling 18 weeks of the Jodi Arias trial, 12 Arizona jurors are deciding her fate. Will the jury find Jodi Arias guilty of murdering ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander or do they believe that she acted in self-defense?

Mike Galanos sat down to talk to Holly Hughes and Darren Kavinoky about the jury's mindset and what questions they may have as they deliberate.

Life on death row: What Jodi Arias could expect

Life on death row: What Jodi Arias could expect

The jury has started deliberations in the Jodi Arias trial. Jurors are trying to determine whether she killed her ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander in self-defense or murder.

If convicted of first-degree murder, Arias could face the death penalty. HLN's legal experts weigh in on what Arias' life would be like on death row.

Mr. Moviefone: 'Iron Man 3' is Tony 'Snark-tastic'

Mr. Moviefone: 'Iron Man 3' is Tony 'Snark-tastic'

Looking to kick off May with some popcorn and a new flick? If you're not sure what to see, Russ Leatherman aka Mr. Moviefone scoped out the first summer blockbuster -- "Iron Man 3."

Robert Downey Jr. and Gwyneth Paltrow are back for the third installment of the film franchise. Leatherman says many of the same elements from the past two films are present, and there’s a new villain named the Mandarin, played by Ben Kingsley.  Iron Man has to save the world and his girlfriend Pepper Potts, played by Paltrow. The movie has already made more than $300 million overseas and according to Mr. Moviefone, it's on track to rake in some serious cash this weekend.

PepsiCo drops Lil Wayne over 'offensive' lyrics

PepsiCo drops Lil Wayne over 'offensive' lyrics

PepsiCo is cutting ties with Lil Wayne over a controversial line in the song, "Karate Chop."

The rapper references a civil rights activist with the lyrics "beat that p**** up like Emmett Till." Nearly 60 years ago, 14-year-old Till was killed after allegedly whistling at a white woman. The teen was beaten extensively and then shot in the head.

How to sound like a Kentucky Derby fan

How to sound like a Kentucky Derby fan

Often called the "fastest two minutes in sports," a big part of the Kentucky Derby is the fanfare and moments leading up to the actual race.

If you can't tell your mint julep from your burgoo, HLN's Weekend Express has you covered. 

Natasha Curry's weekend sneak peek!

Natasha Curry's weekend sneak peek!

Happy Friday! Has it been a busy week for you too? I’ve been trying to balance my crazy work schedule with a lot of fun in my down time! Check out our encounter with some wildlife! Crazy, right!? I have an emu pic on my other camera… his eyes freaked me out – he looked like a raptor from Jurassic Park!  LOL!

Lots for us to chat about this weekend:

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Weekends in America: Share yours with us!

We know you love to spend the first part of your Saturday and Sunday with Natasha Curry, but what else are you doing to celebrate the weekend? We want to know! Weekend Express wants to see what "Weekends in America" looks like in your hometown!

Share your best photos showing what “weekends” mean to you, from a scenic drive to a street festival to your child’s soccer game.

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