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March 05, 2025Trump vows to press ahead; LeBron James hits new milestone
On today's episode: President Donald Trump has vowed to keep up his campaign of “swift and unrelenting action” in reorienting the nation’s economy, immigration and foreign policy in his address to Congress. Trump delivered an unyielding address Tuesday night to Congress and the nation. Democratic legislators registered their dissent with stone faces, placards calling out "lies,” and one legislator’s ejection.
In other news: The latest on discussions between the US and Ukraine; severe weather in parts of the nation; and aid for Gaza is on hold.
Demonstrators across 50 states look to unify a disparate opposition to Trump and his sweeping agenda.
Greenland's leader says the island 'is ours' in defiance of message from Trump.
The IRS is drafting plans to cut as much as half of its 90,000-person workforce, AP sources say.
Speaker Johnson tells GOP lawmakers to skip town halls after an onslaught of protests.
Trudeau slams Trump's tariffs, says US is appeasing Putin while launching a trade war against Canada.
US tariffs take effect and Mexico, Canada and China retaliate with their own tariffs on the US.
Zelenskyy calls his Oval Office spat with Trump 'regrettable' and says he's ready to work for peace.
Wall Street falls again as losses wipe out all post-election gains for the S&P 500.
Target posts strong fourth quarter profits and sales, but warns on impact of tariffs.
Cybercrime crew stole then resold hundreds of tickets to Swift concerts, prosecutors say.
Texas measles outbreak fueled by distrust in public health and personal choice.
New Orleans celebrates Mardi Gras Day with costumes and revelry despite weather concerns.
George Clooney revisits a journalistic hero in Broadway version of 'Good Night, and Good Luck.'
LeBron James eclipses 50,000 career points, a Mavericks star is out for the season, the top team in men’s college basketball is upset, a Japanese phenom makes his spring training debut for the Dodgers, a record inning in college baseball and a record contract extension for Eagles star Saquon Barkley.
China sticks to economic growth target of 'around 5%' despite a looming trade war.
Arab leaders endorse a counterproposal to Trump's Gaza plan, with ceasefire uncertain.
—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
March 04, 2025Trump to address Congress; Jimmy Johnson retires from NFL coverage
On today's episode: President Donald Trump will address a joint session of Congress; Canada responds to new US tariffs; aid for Ukraine is on hold; smoke bombs go off inside of Serbia's parliamant; the census looks to remove gender indentity questions; the latest on a car ramming pedestrians in Germany; and the death of Australia's ultimate plasma donor.
Trump says 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports will start Tuesday, with 'no room' for delay.
Trump slams Zelenskyy for saying the end of the Russia war ‘is still very, very far away.’
Senate confirms McMahon to lead Education Department as Trump pushes to shut it down.
Supreme Court won't hear a challenge to college programs for reporting bias allegations.
Treasury ends enforcement of business ownership database meant to stop shell company formation.
Musk's embrace of right-wing politics risks turning off car buyers and sinking Tesla's stock.
Kroger Chairman and CEO resigns following investigation into personal conduct.
Man pleads guilty to murder and attempted murder in shooting at suburban Chicago July 4 parade.
What to know about Andrew Cuomo.
The world's most famous sled dog race is longer than ever. Here's a look at Iditarod, by the numbers.
Dow drops nearly 650 points on worries that Trump's latest tariffs will slow the economy more.
Hulu viewers miss Oscars climax in latest mishap for streaming platforms' live programming.
Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's husband of nearly 60 years who inspired 'Jolene,' dies at 82.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a huge scoring night as Thunder reach the half-century mark, a nine-time NBA All-Star exits with an early injury, the presumptive No. 1 overall pick leads his college hoops team to a share of a conference title, the latest AP Top 25 men’s and women’s polls and a star wide receiver is franchised. Jimmy Johnson retires from Fox Sports' NFL coverage after 31 years. ACC, FSU, Clemson reach proposed settlement to end legal fight, change money distribution AP source.
Pope resting after acute breathing crises forced him to resume noninvasive ventilation.
Polish democracy hero Wałęsa says Trump's treatment of Zelenskyy filled him with 'horror.'
Israel is criticized after it bars Gaza aid to pressure Hamas to accept a new ceasefire proposal.
—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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21 min
March 03, 2025'Anora' wins big at the Oscars; Trump to address Congress
"Anora,” a strip-club Cinderalla story without the fairy tale ending, was crowned best picture at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, handing Sean Baker’s gritty, Brooklyn-set screwball farce Hollywood’s top prize. Also: Firefighters battle wildfires in the Carolinas; Pope Francis continues to recover; a fundraiser is held for figure skating; the Trump administration may exclude government spending from GDP.
How to watch the first joint address to Congress of President Donald Trump's second term.
The Trump administration may exclude government spending from GDP, obscuring the impact of DOGE cuts.
Crowds protest near Vermont ski resort where JD Vance planned vacation with family.
Judge blocks Trump order threatening funding for institutions that offer care for transgender youth.
Trump cutoff of humanitarian parole for immigrants from Ukraine, 6 other countries challenged.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy voices thanks for US support, hope for 'strong relations' after Oval Office blowout with Trump.
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo launches political comeback with a run for New York City mayor.
For Gene Hackman, Santa Fe was a refuge from the limelight.
Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone dies in car crash.
Iowa's governor signs a bill removing gender identity protections from the state’s civil rights code.
Stock market today: Wall Street rallies, and Dow jumps 600 to make a dreary February not so bad.
A close contest in a battle of two recent NBA champions, a basketball star is fined for chucking a ball into the stands, a pair of big trades in the NFL and NHL over the weekend and a comeback winner on the PGA Tour.
QB Matthew Stafford gets a restructured contract and agrees to stay with the Los Angeles Rams.
Yankees pitcher Luis Gil to have MRI after AL Rookie of the Year feels shoulder tightness.
Joel Embiid's left knee latest in long line of ailments of 76ers' All-Star center.
84 Indonesians freed from scam centers in Myanmar arrive home.
UK's Starmer says Europe is at crossroads in history as world leaders discuss ending war in Ukraine.
Russia's foreign minister is slamming the idea of Europe sending peacekeepers to Ukraine.
Israel cuts off Gaza aid to pressure Hamas to accept new ceasefire proposal.
On this week's AP Religion Roundup, a new report shows a religious decline leveling off, and Ramadan begins for the world's Muslims.
—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
March 01, 2025Small business uncertainty, a lunar launch and Ramadan
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
Small business owners feel more uncertain about the future.
The US Christian population has declined for years. A new survey shows that drop leveling off.
Private company rockets toward the moon in the latest rush of lunar landing attempts.
Philadelphia tests bullet-resistant glass enclosures aimed at protecting bus drivers.
Law school project finds slavery citations still being used today.
California startup demonstrates flying car prototype amid media restrictions.
Immigration officials say everyone living in the US illegally must register. What does that mean.
Nearly 40% of contracts canceled by DOGE are expected to produce no savings.
Most Americans who experienced severe winter weather see climate change at work, AP-NORC poll shows.
Julie Walker reports on two separate dramatic ice rescues in New York of a man and a horse.
NYC making plans to stop housing migrants at Manhattan hotel.
Their mosque burned down in LA-area wildfire. They're still determined to gather for Ramadan.
Millions of Muslims are getting ready to welcome in the holy month of Ramadan.
Palestinians struggle to restart their lives in the ruins of 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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14 min
February 28, 2025Trump, Zelensky to meet; Chiefs' Kelce plans to play next season
In today's episode: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with President Donald Trump in Washington on Friday; an update on Pope Francis; the death of Gene Hackman; the latest on federal aid; and an interview with Leonard Peltier.
Hundreds of weather forecasters fired in latest wave of DOGE cuts.
DOGE access to US intelligence secrets poses a national security threat, Democrats say.
Judge finds mass firings of federal probationary workers were likely unlawful.
Social Security Administration could cut up to 50% of its workforce.
President Trump warning there's a small window to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
Trump plans tariffs on Mexico and Canada for March 4, while doubling existing 10% tariffs on China.
MacArthur Foundation to increase giving for two years in response to 'crisis.'
USAID workers clear out their desks as Trump's push to gut agency hits final steps.
Economic Blackout Will a 24-hour boycott make a difference.
The CFPB drops its enforcement lawsuits against Capital One, Rocket Homes and more.
Oscar-winner Gene Hackman, wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog were dead for some time, warrant shows.
Influencer Tate brothers, who face human trafficking charges in Romania, arrive in the US.
Woman suspected in Colorado Tesla dealership vandalism charged in federal court.
Stock market today Wall Street falls sharply as Nvidia tumbles 8.5% and AI mania falters.
Pending US home sales slide to all-time low in January on rates, prices, maybe weather.
Average US rate on a 30-year mortgage falls for sixth-straight week to lowest level since December.
Number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits rises to 242,000, highest level in 3 months.
Stephen Curry dazzles with a near-career night for the Warriors, the NBA’s all-time coaching-wins-leader updates his health status, a three-time Super Bowl champion is forgoing retirement, and a historic round on the PGA Tour. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.
Dozens reportedly injured after explosions rock a meeting of M23 rebel group leaders in Congo.
Morocco urges people to not buy sheep for Eid al-Adha celebrations.
—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
February 27, 2025Gene Hackman found dead; Egg prices could jump another 41%
In today's episode: Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman was found dead alongside his wife and dog; an Israeli official says the army won't pull out from a Gaza corridor; Andrew Tate is heading to the US; USAID workers have been given a day to clear out their workspaces; the Pentagon is banning transgender troops; a Ukraine-US agreement has been made; the EPA is reconsidering a climate change directive; and a private lunar lander is on its way to the moon.
Supreme Court, for now, blocks order for Trump administration to release billions in US foreign aid.
The Trump administration sets the stage for large-scale federal worker layoffs in a new memo.
A top USAID official is disputing Elon Musk's claims about Ebola prevention funding.
Elon Musk and his 'humble tech support' effort get star turn at President Donald Trump's Cabinet meeting.
Trump says he will offer ‘gold cards’ for $5 million path to citizenship, replacing investor visas.
Trump says Zelenskyy is coming to the White House to sign US-Ukraine critical minerals deal.
High-level EU-US diplomatic talks are called off as transatlantic tensions rise.
Supreme Court seems likely to rule for Ohio woman claiming job bias because she's straight.
Bell tolls as New York marks the anniversary of the 1993 World Trade Center bombing.
First measles death is reported in the West Texas outbreak that's infected more than 120 people.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams claims prosecutorial misconduct, asking judge to dismiss criminal case.
Texas lottery drawings that paid out big jackpots are the focus of widening investigatons.
Apple to fix iPhone dictation glitch that suggests replacing the word 'racist' with 'Trump.'
Egg prices could jump another 41% this year, USDA says, as Trump's bird flu plan unveiled.
Southwest Airlines flight abruptly rises to avoid another plane crossing Chicago runway.
BP to slash spending on net zero ventures as it focuses on oil and gas again.
Stock market today Wall Street rises just enough to break its 4-day losing streak.
Michelle Trachtenberg, 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' and 'Harriet the Spy' star, dies at 39.
The defending NBA champs fall to one of the league’s hottest teams, a long-range buzzer-beater wins its for Michigan State, a three-time hockey All-Star lands on injured reserve, a multi-time MVP exits a spring training game after being hit by a pitch, and the Saints plan to move forward with their veteran quarterback and more.
New Orleans Privateers players' suspensions related to possible NCAA violations, AP source says.
FBI accuses North Korean-backed hackers of stealing $1.5 billion in crypto from Dubai-based firm.
North Korea appears to have sent more troops to Russia to back its war against Ukraine, Seoul says.
Keir Starmer heads to Washington with UK defense spending pledge to help sway Trump over Ukraine.
Israelis bid farewell to Shiri Bibas and her 2 young sons killed in captivity in Gaza.
UN food agency pauses aid to famine-hit Sudan displacement camp of half a million people.
—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
February 26, 2025GOP House passes budget blueprint; consumer confidence plummets
In today's episodes: With a push from President Donald Trump, House Republicans have sent a GOP budget blueprint to passage, a step toward delivering Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.” Also: The latest on Pope Francis, a Hamas-Israel deal and a planetary parade.
Federal technology staffers resign rather than help Musk and DOGE slash size of government.
Higher education protests federal cuts to research and DOGE Caucus defends them.
House Democrat introduces bill to reinstate veterans fired from the federal government under Trump.
Judge gives Trump administration two days to release billions of dollars in blocked foreign aid.
A federal judge in Seattle blocks Trump’s effort to halt the refugee admissions system.
Some states welcome laid-off federal workers to apply for local jobs.
Ukraine and US have agreed on a framework economic deal, Ukrainian officials say.
Singer-musician Rhiannon Giddens calls off Kennedy Center show, citing Trump takeover.
The FBI's new deputy director is a popular podcaster — who has had plenty to say about the agency.
Supreme Court throws out Oklahoma inmate Richard Glossip's murder conviction and death sentence.
Southwest Airlines flight abruptly rises to avoid another plane crossing Chicago runway.
Missouri woman pleads guilty to federal charge in plot to sell Graceland.
Stock market today: Wall Street falls as US consumers get more pessimistic about inflation, tariffs.
US consumer confidence plummets in February, biggest monthly decline since 2021.
Home Depot breaks same-store sales slump in fourth quarter with customer demand improving.
Luka Doncic posts a triple-double against the Dallas Mavericks, leads the Lakers to a 107-99 win.
Diana Taurasi of the Phoenix Mercury retires after 20 WNBA seasons, 3 titles and 6 Olympic golds.
Ravens GM calls sexual misconduct allegations against Justin Tucker 'concerning.'
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni pushes back against proposal to ban the tush push.
Tar Heels' Davis gets 2-year extension through 2030, hires agent Jim Tanner as GM.
Syria's national dialogue conference held as the battered country seeks to rebuild.
—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
February 25, 2025Pope Francis’ health crisis sparks prayers; Auburn, Texas top college polls
In today's episode: Pope Francis has been working from the hospital despite remaining in critical condition; President Donald Trump is praising the work of Elon Musk for DOGE; GOP members of the House have a budget blueprint; an 5.9 magnitude earthquake is felt in the Domincan Republic and Puerto Rico; a boat sinks off the coast of New York City; Joann is closing all stores; and Apple shareholders reject plans to end diversity programs.
Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth says he fired the top military lawyers because they weren't well suited for the jobs.
Federal workers sue over Elon Musk's threat to fire them if they don't explain their accomplishments.
FDA moves to rehire medical device staffers fired only days earlier.
US votes against UN resolution demanding Russia withdraw its forces from Ukraine.
Trump expresses hope Russia's war in Ukraine is nearing an endgame as he meets with France's Macron.
Judge rejects immediately restoring AP's access to White House but urges government to reconsider.
Millionaire Vivek Ramaswamy set to join the Ohio governor's race.
Clint Hill, Secret Service agent who leaped onto JFK's car after the president was shot, dies at 93.
Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer with an intimate style, dies at 88.
Thieves targeting freight trains in California and Arizona deserts make off with $2M worth of Nikes.
Pennsylvania hostage-taking and shootout highlight rising violence against US hospital workers.
Apple announces $500 billion investment in US amid tariff threats that could affect the iPhone.
Starbucks lays off 1,100 corporate employees as coffee chain streamlines.
DoorDash to pay NY delivery workers $17 million for using their tips to cover wages.
Stock market today Wall Street holds steadier but still falls following last week's tumble.
An oft-injured former NBA MVP misses his 38th game this season, Auburn stays on top of the AP Top 25 men’s poll, Texas claims No. 1 in the women’s poll, a longstanding MLB owner dies, a newly-signed NL East starter could miss the start of the season, an NFL assistant coach is arrested and a key play utilized by the Super Bowl champs could be disallowed.
Xi tells Putin that China is pleased with Russia's efforts to end Ukraine war.
Hezbollah chief who was killed days after taking up post laid to rest in south Lebanon hometown.
An unknown illness kills over 50 people in part of Congo with hours between symptoms and death.
A British politician is charged with taking bribes to boost Russia's agenda in Ukraine.
The biggest takeaways from Germany's election, which will bring change to the EU's leading power.
—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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24 min
February 24, 2025Trump praises work by Musk; Timothée Chalamet wins at SAG Awards
In today's episde: President Donald Trump praises the work of Elon Musk and DOGE; Jane Fonda speaks out at the SAG Awards; Pope Francis continues treatment in a hospital; Western leaders are in Ukraine for the third anniversary of the start of the war with Russia; there was an avalance in Colorado; a recall has been issued for frozen shakes; and the results are in for elections in Germany.
Ex-Secret Service agent and conservative media personality Dan Bongino picked as FBI deputy director.
Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth defends Trump's firings of Pentagon leaders and says there may be more dismissals.
Trump fires chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and two other military officers.
Trump predicts sweep of midterms.
Musk’s cost-cutting team is laying off workers at the auto safety agency overseeing his car company.
Warren Buffett offers Donald Trump some advice while celebrating Berkshire Hathaway's success.
New FBI Director Kash Patel plans to move up to 1,500 workers out of Washington, AP source says.
Judge largely blocks Trump’s executive orders ending federal support for DEI programs.
Judge clears way for Trump administration to pull thousands of USAID staffers off the job.
American Airlines flight from New York to Delhi lands safely in Rome after security concern.
US stocks tumble as companies and consumers worry about tariffs and Washington. Dow falls nearly 750.
'Conclave' triumphs at SAG Awards and Timothée Chalamet wins best actor, upending Oscar predictions.
The defending champs prevail in a meeting of two of the NBA’s top teams, Alex Ovechkin inches closer to the NHL’s all-time goals record, an NL East contender loses a newly-signed infielder to injury, a two-time All-Star goes deep in his first spring game with his new team and a first-time winner on the PGA Tour.
An incendiary device explodes outside the Russian Consulate in the French city of Marseille.
Hamas frees all 6 hostages in the latest exchange with Israel.
—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
February 22, 2025Concerns over wildfires after layoffs and the Yankees lift a ban on beards
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
How Trump's mass layoffs raise the risk of wildfires in the US West, according to fired workers.
Mexico tequila producers concerned as US tariffs threaten their business.
US envoy praises Zelenskyy after Trump's censure of the Ukrainian leader.
UnitedHealth shares dive after report of US investigation into Medicare billing.
Can suspending a cage-free egg law solve the soaring price problem Nevada takes a crack at it.
January home sales fall as high mortgage rates, prices freeze out would-be buyers.
Researchers link a gene to the emergence of spoken language.
Ford recalls 240,000 Explorers, Aviators due to faulty seat belt assembly.
A treasured Banksy owned by a member of Blink-182 is up for auction. It could fetch $6 million.
New York Yankees drop ban on beards, 49 years after it was imposed by owner George Steinbrenner.
One-armed basketball player makes women's Division III history with basket.
Beluga calf in Chicago is meeting the aquarium's pod and will soon be named.
An encroaching desert threatens to swallow Mauritania’s homes and history.
Pope Francis isn't out of danger but his condition isn't life-threatening, medical team says.
On this week's AP Religion Roundup, the Pope's illness prompts speculation, and a judge allows a federal funding block for a Catholic refugee resettlement program. AP Correspondent Walter Ratliff reports.
—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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17 min

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