High noon here in the east. 9 00 a. M. Out west. Become to weekends with alex witt. Breaking news, two americans who had been detained in north korea are on their way home. A short time ago, the state department announced the release of kenneth bae and Matthew Todd Miller. James clapper is personally accompanying the men to the u. S. Bae was arrested two years ago as he entered a northeastern city just near the border with china. North korea says he used his business to form groups to overthrow the government and sentenced him to 15 years hard labor. Matthew todd miller was arrested in april after destroying his tourist visa and demanding asylum. He was sentenced to six years of hard labor for whats described as hostile acts. The release following the release of another american, jeffrey fowle. Ian joins us. What are you hearing . Reporter what we can say for sure is they are on their way home accompanied by James Clapper who was in pyongyang. Whos been in pyongyang since midweek. Alth