In the Close Up:  The President says he does not want war with Iran,  but all options remain on the table. Kevin Carr reviews the remake of the horror film “Child’s Play”.  And did President Trump do the right thing by pulling back an attack on Iran? First Light listeners offer their opinions.

In the Close Up: Police departments in two major U-S cities launch investigations into some of their officers. The cops allegedly made online threats against people they're expected to protect and serve. A House hearing on reparations for slavery stirs emotions on Capitol Hill.  The EPA is rolling back a key part of the Obama Administration's strategy to fight climate change. First Light listener offer their opinions.

In the Close Up: President Trump kicks off his reelection campaign with a rally that focused more on settling scores than on laying out his agenda for a second term. Acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan is citing a "painful'' family situation as he steps down from the position before his formal nomination has even been sent to the Senate.  Kevin Carr has some new home video releases.  Michael sits down with Congressional Correspondent Linda Kenyon to talk about confluence of fiscal problems that are about to implode on Capitol Hill.

In the Close Up: The rhetoric is rising between Washington and Tehran. U.S. officials clearly assigning blame on Iran for a recent attack on two tankers and some fear the situation could escalate. The FBI says the man who was killed in a shootout at a federal courthouse in Dallas was an Army veteran who was carrying more than five 30-round magazines and a high-powered rifle.  Kevin Carr reviews the latest season the of the Netflix show “Black Mirror”.   And the U.S. is sending 1000 troops to the Middle East. Michael asks listeners if a military build up to put pressure on Iran is the right path.

In the Close Up:  Tension in the middle east grows as the U.S. contemplates a response to the apparent Iranian involvement in attacks on 2 tankers.  2 out of every 7 people and Hong Kong took to the streets this weekend  protesting a controversial extradition bill.   Kevin Carr reviews the third movie to be named “Shaft”.  A report on US cyber-attacks against Russia ramps up President Trump’s attacks against the media. First Light listeners weigh in.

The U-S military has released new video shot in the aftermath of attacks on two tankers in the Gulf of Oman Thursday. Officials say the footage shows Iran had a hand in the incident and tried to cover its tracks. At the White House President Trump's looking for a new press secretary and one of his most devoted defenders is staying put,  despite a watchdog's call for her to be fired.  Robert Workman has the details of the Raptors winning the NBA championship. Kevin Carr recommends some movies for Father’s Day viewing. And Michael chats with David McGlynn, author of “ One Day You'll Thank Me: Lessons From an Unexpected Fatherhood”.

In the Close Up: The President said he wouldn't turn down opposition research from a foreign power. Police in the Dominican Republic arrested more men believed to be involved in the plot to kill former Red Sox player David Ortiz.  Kevin Carr reviews the new action film “Men in Black: International”. And should horse racing be banned? First Light listeners tell us what they think.

In the Close Up: A House subcommittee holding a hearing Tuesday on the September 11th Victims Compensation Fund got an earful from Comedian Jon Stewart. The state with the first presidential caucuses may have gotten a taste of the general election with dueling visits by President Trump touting corn farming and Joe Biden going after the president for trade wars. Kevin Carr looks at the latest home video releases.  And it’s dangerous at the ball park. Listeners offer their suggestions for making the fan experience safer.

In the Close Up: Midtown Manhattan was the scene of a dramatic crash atop a sky scraper on Monday afternoon. A helicopter burst into flames after coming down hard on an office tower in what may have been an attempted emergency landing.  It was a combination of political theater and serious testimony Monday as the House Judiciary Committee began hearings on special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe.  Kevin Carr reviews the latest X-men movie Dark Phoenix. And should we be headed to Mars? Listeners offer their opinions.

In the Close Up: House Democrats are moving ahead with holding Attorney General William Barr and former White House counsel Don McGahn in contempt of Congress.  Texas Governor Greg Abbott is the most recent state leader to sign into law legislation meant to boost school security.  Kevin Carr reviews the new film “Late Night”.  And Michael sits down with Journalist Ron Charles to talk about some books recommended for summer reading.