5 PM ET: Paul Whelan’s plea, US hospitalizations, Celine Dion’s health & more

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WNBA Star Brittney Griner has been released from Russian custody in a prisoner swap that did not include detained American and former Marine, Paul Whelan - we’ll hear his message to President Joe Biden. Children as young as six months can now get an updated Covid-19 vaccine. Plus, the US is seeing a major spike in hospitalizations. Singer Celine Dion opens up about her recent diagnosis of a rare neurological disorder. And, gas prices are cheaper now compared to a year ago.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy