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July 14, 2025US pledges more support for Ukraine; Sinner wins Wimbledon
On today's episode: There was a deadly fire at a Massachusetts assisted living facility; search and rescue will continue after flooding in Texas; President Donald Trump is offering more support to Ukraine; the BBC will no longer work with a prominent chef; season 7 of 'Love Island' concludes; and Sotheby's is having a natural-history themed auction.
One year after Trump assassination attempt, changes at Secret Service but questions remain.
Lawmakers visit 'Alligator Alcatraz,' but some wonder how much they'll get to see.
Furor over Epstein files sparks clash between Bondi and Bongino at the Justice Department.
US sanctions Cuban President Díaz-Canel and other officials for human rights violations.
FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show.
Trump announces 30% tariffs against EU, Mexico to begin August 1.
Judge orders Trump administration to halt indiscriminate immigration stops, arrests in California.
Trump tours Texas flood damage as the disaster tests his pledge to do away with FEMA.
Trump administration sues California over egg prices and blames animal welfare laws.
Son of ‘El Chapo’ pleads guilty in US drug trafficking case.
Appeals court throws out plea deal for alleged mastermind of Sept. 11 attacks.
Multiple people hurt in Kentucky church shooting; suspect killed, police say.
Volunteers aid in the cleanup from deadly flash floods in Texas.
A small Texas community where everyone survived flooding has sirens that warned them.
Atlanta man gets more than 150 years in prison for starving daughter and abusing other children.
Boeing settles with a man whose family died in a 737 Max crash in Ethiopia.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite pull back from their all-time highs.
Walmart recalls 850,000 water bottles after two consumers suffer vision loss from ejecting caps.
World No. 1 bests No. 2 in colossal men’s final at Wimbledon, a former major leaguer’s son is drafted No. 1 overall, a longtime skipper surpasses 2,000 wins, a 25-year-old outlasts a Masters champion and a first-time major winner in golf and a decisive win to conclude the Club World Cup.
At Pamplona's San Fermín festival, a tiny minority of those who run with bulls are women.
Israeli strikes kill at least 32 in Gaza as Palestinian war deaths top 58,000.
European trade ministers meet to forge strategy after Trump's surprise 30% tariffs.
At least 19 are killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza as war deaths top 58,000, officials say.
Fuel to Air India plane was cut off moments before crash, investigation report says.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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26 min
July 12, 2025Understanding flood insurance, Justin Bieber's new album and a fact check
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
What flood insurance does and does not cover.
Intense downpours like those in Texas are more frequent, but there's no telling where they'll happen.
Two of Texas’ biggest sports teams are coming together to make a major donation after a weekend of deadly floods.
Investors snap up growing share of US homes as traditional buyers struggle to afford one.
Justin Bieber releases 'Swag,' his long-awaited seventh album Hear the best songs.
Veterans and civilians bond over beers and bluegrass at Nashville's American Legion Post 82.
FACT FOCUS: Trump misrepresents facts about wind power during Cabinet meeting.
How US views of immigration have changed since Trump took office, according to Gallup polling.
Most US adults say child care costs are a 'major problem,' a new AP-NORC poll finds.
US adults want the government to focus on child care costs, not birth rates, AP-NORC poll finds.
American kids have become increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades, new study finds.
A Vermont dairy farm was raided. The mixed messages from Washington since then have increased fears.
Musk says he's forming a new political party after split with Trump over tax cuts law.
Protesters and federal agents clash during raid at Southern California farm.
Impostor uses AI to impersonate Rubio and contact foreign and US officials.
'Gas station heroin' is technically illegal and widely available. Here are the facts.
Mattel introduces its first Barbie with Type 1 diabetes.
Singer Chris Brown pleads not guilty to 2 further charges over London nightclub assault case.
Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber will skip Home Run Derby the night before All-Star Game.
Wimbledon blames human error for a mistake by the tech that replaced officials. Here's what happened.
China's first Legoland opens to visitors in Shanghai.
Scientists transplant crossbred corals to help save Miami's reefs from climate change.
A beer pioneer, South Africa's first Black female brewery owner trains a new generation.
Swiss medicines authority issues first approval for antimalarial drug for treatment of infants.
Thousands gather in Srebrenica on 30th anniversary of Europe's only acknowledged genocide since WWII.
Want to take a dip in Paris River Seine reopens to public swimming for first time in a century.
German tourist found alive 12 days after she was lost in the Australian Outback.
Pamplona holds opening bull run during San Fermín festival.
Church deacon who helps stop a mass shooting receives a new pickup truck.
On this week's Religion Roundup, the Christian summer camp community grieves after deadly Texas floods, and Pope Leo prays for urgency in the climate crisis.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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31 min
July 11, 2025Trump plans new tariffs on Canada, others; Moo Deng celebrates first birthday
On today's episode: President Donald Trump sends tariff letters to 23 nations; Head Start will be cut off for immigrants without legal status; Texas Gov. Greg Abbott wants to investigate flooding in the state; Ford recalls more than 850,000 vehicles; Jane Birkin's original handbag sells at auction; and Kurdish separatists lay down their arms in Turkey.
George Mason University faces investigation in Trump administration's anti-DEI crackdown.
Another Trump administration slam against Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell.
New Hampshire judge to pause Trump’s birthright citizenship order.
As Netanyahu wraps Washington visit, progress on a Gaza ceasefire remains murky.
US issues sanctions against UN investigator probing abuses in Gaza.
Senate Republicans block attempt to roll back massive tax hike on professional gamblers.
Uncertainty remains over whether U.S. bombs got deep enough underground to wipe out Iran's nuclear weapons labs.
Rubio says U.S. and Russia have exchanged new ideas for Ukraine peace talks.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio's reaction to an AI-generated attempt to impersonate him.
CDC finds nearly 1 in 3 US youth have prediabetes, but experts question scant data.
US has reclosed its southern border after a flesh-eating parasite is seen further north in Mexico.
Freed from ICE detention, Mahmoud Khalil files $20 million claim against Trump administration.
Gun makers lose appeal of New York law that could make them liable for shootings.
Flash flooding that killed 3 leaves New Mexico village heartbroken, anxious as cleanup begins.
Hundreds gather at high school stadium to honor the many lost to Texas deadly floods.
Stocks close higher, nudging the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to more highs.
Snap, crackle, sale Nutella maker Ferrero plans to buy WK Kellogg for $3 billion.
Average long-term US mortgage rate rises to 6.72%, ending a five-week slide.
An American upsets the world No. 1 to reach the Wimbledon women’s final, the Yankees overcome a late no-hit bid, two more stars enter baseball's Home Run Derby, the NBA’s top pick makes his summer debut and a four-way tie atop the Scottish Open.
Thousands celebrate baby hippo Moo Deng's first birthday at Thailand zoo.
Brazil vows retaliatory tariffs against US if Trump follows through on 50% import taxes.
UN investigator and critic of Israel's actions in Gaza tells AP she was shocked by US sanctions.
European leaders announce new equity fund for Ukraine and urge investment even as war accelerates.
UN says if US funding for HIV programs is not replaced, millions more will die by 2029.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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28 min
July 10, 2025New 50% tariffs on goods from Brazil; PETA sues American Kennel Club
On today's episode: A tunnel collapsed in Los Angeles; President Donald trump imposed a 50% import tax on Brazil for its treatment of its former president; Russia conducted more airstrikes on Ukraine; a human rights court rules in favor of an Olympic champion; Elon Musk's xAI scrubs inappropriate posts after Grok chatbot makes antisemitic comments; and the NFL Players Association is appealing a ruling in a collusion case.
Trump tariffs goods from Brazil at 50%, citing 'witch hunt' trial against Bolsonaro.
Trump administration resumes sending some weapons to Ukraine after Pentagon pause.
Biden's former doctor refuses to answer questions in House Republican probe.
Trump promises West African leaders a pivot to trade as the region reels from sweeping aid cuts.
The US is having its worst year for measles in more than three decades.
President Trump suggests a deal with Israel for a Gaza ceasefire could come sooner than later.
Focus on first responders' mental health grows as death toll rises in flood-ravaged Texas.
3 dead as flash flooding hits mountain village of Ruidoso in New Mexico, officials say.
Ohio awards $310 million to US defense contractor for 4,000-worker advanced manufacturing facility.
Gains for tech stocks push Nasdaq to another record.
Chipmaker Nvidia becomes most valuable company in the world at $4 trillion.
X CEO Linda Yaccarino resigns after two years at the helm of Elon Musk's social media platform.
PETA sues American Kennel Club over standards for French bulldogs, other breeds.
A 24-time Grand Slam winner will face the world No. 1 in the Wimbledon semifinals, a four-time NBA All-Star signs a new deal, the face of women’s basketball returns from injury, the Yankees part ways with a multi-time batting champion, a former NFL player and civil rights activist dies and more.
MLB plans to use robot umpire challenge system in All-Star Game next week.
Trump administration sues California over transgender athlete policies.
Burning of fossil fuels caused 1,500 deaths in recent European heat wave, study estimates.
Gaza doctors say Israel's killing of a prominent colleague leaves a hard-to-fill void.
Russia batters Ukraine with more than 700 drones, the largest barrage of the war, officials say.
Pope prays for world to recognize urgency of climate crisis as he celebrates Mass' using new rite.
South Korean court approves arrest of former President Yoon Suk Yeol over martial law decree.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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22 min
July 09, 2025European court rules against Russia; NHL, NHLPA ratify CBA
On today's episode: A European court finds Russia committed violations in Ukraine; Palestinians hope for peace with Israel; Philadelphia workers and the city reach a deal to end a strike; Virginia's governor praises rescue efforts in Texas; and Peter Jackson is backing a de-extinction plan.
Army will end most of its ceremonial horse programs and adopt out the animals.
Trump on past presidents Ike was 'underrated,' FDR 'amazing,' Polk 'sort of a real-estate guy.'
Gavin Newsom swings through South Carolina, where Democrats will play pivotal 2028 nominating role.
Supreme Court clears the way for Trump's plans to downsize the federal workforce.
Trump comes to Bondi's defense amid uproar from his base over Jeffrey Epstein files flop.
Trump Media files for 'Crypto Blue Chip ETF' with SEC.
Travelers may no longer be required to remove shoes before boarding a plane.
Texas inspectors approved Camp Mystic’s disaster plan 2 days before deadly flood, records show.
Noem says first responders in Texas 'still looking for a lot of little girls' missing after flood.
House swept away as flash flooding hits mountain village in New Mexico.
10 held in Texas immigration detention center shooting that was 'planned ambush,' US attorney says.
Wisconsin Supreme Court clears the way for a conversion therapy ban to be enacted.
Wall Street ends mixed amid Trump's new tariff deadlines.
Taylor Fritz sets up star-studded semifinal with Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon, a young Pittsburgh star joins baseball’s Home Run Derby, Caitlin Clark picks teammate in WNBA All-Star draft ahead of impending return, the NHL locks in its new labor agreement and more.
Russia fires a record 728 drones and 13 missiles at Ukraine, Ukrainian air force says
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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19 min
June 28, 2025Truckers work on English skills and an inside look at the Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial
Program note: Hot off the Wire will return on Wednesday, July 9, after a short holiday break.
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
Truckers work on English skills as US proficiency policy takes effect.
A Revolutionary War-era boat is being painstakingly rebuilt after centuries buried beneath Manhattan.
'Gas station heroin' is technically illegal and widely available. Here are the facts.
These Canadian rocks may be the oldest on Earth.
London's secret wartime tunnels are set to draw tourists with a spy museum and underground bar.
Commuter traffic stops for whales on Australia's humpback highway.
Flutes for Fido Volunteers play music to soothe shelter animals.
Supreme Court limits nationwide injunctions, but fate of Trump birthright citizenship order unclear.
Supreme Court says Maryland parents can pull their kids from public school lessons using LGBTQ books.
Iran says level of damage to nuclear sites caused by US strike is 'high.'
Trump says Iran must open itself to inspection to verify it doesn't restart its nuclear program.
MAGA leaders warned bombing Iran would backfire on Trump. So far, his voters are cheering the move.
Bipartisan bill aims to block Chinese AI from federal agencies.
Key inflation gauge rose last month while Americans cut back on spending.
Unemployment among young college graduates outpaces overall US joblessness rate.
A wedding for the ages Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's Venice extravaganza.
Who is Zohran Mamdani State lawmaker seeks to become NYC's first Muslim and Indian American mayor.
Windows' infamous 'blue screen of death' will soon turn black.
Wimbledon 2025 Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz give tennis two young superstars.
6 Americans detained in South Korea for trying to send rice and Bibles to North Korea by sea.
A Supreme Court ruling allows religious objections to LGBTQ schoolbooks, and a new class of priests bucks a trend of decline.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ lawyer mocks sex trafficking case in closing, says charges 'badly exaggerated.'
How Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial has played out.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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47 min
June 27, 2025Trump says US signs deal with China; NFL suspends Justin Tucker
On today's episode: President Donald Trump says the U.S. has signed a deal with China on trade; Iran says negotiations with the U.S. have been complicated due to the airstrikes; Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza; South Korea detains Americans for trying to send rice and Bibles to North Korea by sea; and the editor of "Vogue" is stepping down and changing roles.
Senators diverge sharply on damage done by Iran strikes after classified briefing.
Hegseth responds to an early intelligence briefing on Iran strike.
Iran’s supreme leader warns against further American attacks in his first statement since ceasefire.
Prosecutors tell judge government plans to deport Abrego Garcia to a country that's not El Salvador.
Kennedy's vaccine committee endorses preservative-free fall flu shots.
States can cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, the Supreme Court rules.
Bill Moyers, the former White House press secretary turned acclaimed TV journalist, dead at 91.
Prosecutor casts Sean 'Diddy' Combs as a criminal who abused others through power, violence and fear.
Former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman to lie in state as suspect faces court date.
US stocks rise to the brink of a record and recover nearly all their 20% springtime drop.
Duncan Hines parent Conagra Brands says it will phase out artificial colors.
Kroger plans to close 60 US stores in 18 months to improve profits.
Average long-term US mortgage rate drops to 6.77%, the lowest level since early May.
US economy shrank 0.5% between January and March, worse than 2 earlier estimates had revealed.
A former baseball All-Star is found guilty of sexually abusing a minor, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani are named MLB All-Star starters, the NFL suspends a veteran kicker after sexual misconduct accusations, a pair of All-Americans are drafted early in round two of the NBA Draft and a shared course record at the Rocket Classic.
Buildings damaged as wildfire prompts evacuations near Athens.
North Korea will open its biggest tourist site next week, though it's not yet welcoming foreigners.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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23 min
June 26, 2025Iran’s supreme leader warns US; Cooper Flagg goes No. 1 in NBA draft
On today's episode: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned against any further U.S. attacks on Iran while President Donald Trump says there will be talks between the two nations next week; European Union leaders are meeting to discuss global and regional issues; Kroger is closing dozens of stores; Myanmar is cracking down on illegal drugs; private astronauts have arrived at the International Space Station; Mississippi executed a prisoner; and a meeting with the CDC alarmed pediatricians.
President Donald Trump is insisting that U.S. strikes on Iran delivered a crushing blow to the Islamic Republic's nuclear program.
Trump defends US strikes on Iran as intel assessment stirs debate.
Trump affirms his commitment to NATO's Article 5 pledge for mutual defense.
Trump meets with Zelenskyy and says higher NATO defense spending may deter future Russian aggression.
Trump gets 'golden share' power in US Steel buyout. US agencies will get it under future presidents.
Federal judge orders US Labor Department to keep Job Corps running during lawsuit.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia to remain in jail while attorneys debate whether he’ll be deported if released.
Iranian-backed hackers go to work after US strikes.
Fed's Powell repeats warning about tariffs as some GOP senators accuse him of bias.
US Rep. LaMonica McIver pleads not guilty to assault charges stemming from immigration center visit.
Japanese court convicts a US Marine in sexual assault, sentencing him to 7 years in prison.
Closing arguments are scheduled to start Thursday in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial.
US stocks hang near their record as Wall Street takes a breath following two big days.
Cooper Flagg is the new Maine man for the Mavericks as the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, a draft night trade sends a seven-footer to Phoenix, a two-time WNBA champion is released, a two-time Cy Young winner flirts with a no-hitter, the West champs ship off a veteran in hockey and a proposed 84-game NHL season is discussed.
Iran says over 120 homes destroyed, 500 damaged in war with Israel.
Drone debris found in Ukraine indicates Russia is using new technology from Iran.
Zelenskyy will sign off on special tribunal to prosecute Russian leaders over Ukraine.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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22 min
June 25, 2025Cuomo concedes in mayoral primary; Rodgers likely done after season
On today's episode: Andrew Cuomo concedes to Zohran Mamdani in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary; the ceasefire between Iran and Israel appears to be holding; a private flight as arrived at the International Space Station; and new concerns over global vaccination rates.
Federal judge orders Trump administration to release EV charger funding in 14 states.
Powell says Fed rate cut is on hold even as Trump demands cuts.
Early US intelligence report suggests US strikes only set back Iran’s nuclear program by months.
Trump administration postpones classified briefings for lawmakers on Iran.
Trump says whether he'll commit to NATO mutual defense guarantee 'depends on your definition.'
President Donald Trump has a sleepover this week in the Netherlands that is, quite literally, fit for a king.
UK says it will buy F-35 jets capable of carrying nuclear bombs.
Carrier strike group embarks on a scheduled deployment amid Middle East tensions.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs confirms he won't testify and compliments the trial judge for an 'excellent job.'
NTSB Chair says systemic failures led to door plug flying off Boeing 737 Max plane midflight.
Temperature in New York City reaches 100 degrees as eastern US swelters under extreme heat wave.
Cargo ship carrying new vehicles to Mexico sinks in the North Pacific weeks after catching fire.
Florida executes a man convicted of raping and killing a woman outside of a bar.
Texas will put warning labels on some foods, but its additives list has inaccuracies.
What to know about Alligator Alcatraz, Florida's immigration detention site in the Everglades.
New York City closes arrival center for migrants in once grand Manhattan hotel.
Man charged with supplying chemicals to Palm Springs fertility clinic bomber dies in custody.
US stocks approach their all-time high as oil prices tumble.
Americans' view of the economy slides in June, wiping out gains from previous month.
A three-time All-NBA guard has a new deal in Dallas, fellow basketball stars Kristaps Porzingis and CJ McCollum are on the move, the sale of an NBA team is approved, a four-time NFL MVP says 2025 is likely his last season and an eight-member Class of 2025 in the Hockey Hall of Fame. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
7 Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza as Iran-Israel ceasefire holds.
Porto celebrates the summer and a beloved saint with plastic hammers, sardines and leeks.
Japan conducts first missile test on its own territory as part of military buildup to deter China.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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25 min
June 24, 2025NATO leaders to discuss funding; heat dome brings high temperatures
On today's episode: NATO leaders are heading to the Netherlands for a summit; Israel says Iran violated a truce; the final body has been found in Lake Tahoe after a boat capsized; and New York is planning a new nuclear power plant.
Trump says Iran and Israel to have a phased-in ceasefire over 24 hours.
The Republican attempt to discourage Trump lawsuits has hit a big obstacle.
Iran responds to US attacks.
Supreme Court allows Trump to restart swift deportation of migrants away from their home countries.
President Trump floats regime change in Iran.
The number of abortions kept rising in 2024 because of telehealth prescriptions, report finds.
Health insurers promise to improve coverage reviews that prompt delays and complaints.
Jury sees more sex videos as prosecutors wind down case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs.
Early-season heat dome brings highest temperatures in years to parts of Eastern US.
A Michigan church shooting Sunday that left the gunman dead and one person wounded.
Early-season heat dome brings highest temperatures in years to parts of Eastern US.
Florida condo owners will get financial relief under a new law.
Man gets stuck in chimney while trying to get his dog out of a locked building.
Stocks rally and oil tumbles as Wall Street hopes for a limited retaliation after US strikes on Iran.
Federal Reserve's Bowman says rate cut should be on table in July.
Elly De La Cruz’s near cycle helps Reds down Yankees, prosecutors request five-year sentence for embattled Rays shortstop, torn Achilles confirmed for Pacers guard in NBA Finals finale, NFL owner buys stake in Premier League side and an offseason NHL trade.
Dominican prosecutors in Wander Franco trial seek 5-year prison sentence.
Israeli strike hits tents sheltering displaced Palestinian families in Muwasi, Gaza.
—The Associated Press
About this program
Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.
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