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January 29, 2025Family opposition to RFK Jr.; 'Doomsday Clock' ticks closer to midnight
Today's episode is led with family opposition to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joining President Donald Trump's cabinet, an immigration bill in Florida, Lunar New Year and more.
Trump offers all federal workers a buyout with 8 months' pay in effort to shrink size of government.
Groups are ready to file the first lawsuit to challenge Trump's new order on transgender troops.
The Secretary of State is exempting more programs from the Trump administration's freeze on foreign aid.
Trump fires two Democratic commissioners of agency that enforces civil rights laws in the workplace.
Defense secretary pulls Trump critic Gen. Milley's security clearance and protective detail.
Deportation flights from the US to Colombia resume after a diplomatic spat.
Head Start and Medicaid providers hit glitches as Trump freezes federal money.
Michigan Democratic Sen. Gary Peters will not run for reelection, opening a key Senate seat in 2026.
'Doomsday Clock' moves closer to midnight amid threats of climate change, nuclear war, pandemics, AI.
Following a school shooting in Nasvhille, students are pushing for better safety as they begin to return to school.
Norfolk Southern and East Palestine announce $22 million settlement after 2023 derailment.
Stock market today Nvidia and other tech stocks win back some of Monday's sharp losses.
Coca-Cola issues safety recall of soft drinks in Europe over chemical chlorate concerns.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni get March 2026 trial date for her 'It Ends With Us' lawsuit.
Tyrese Maxey puts on a show to help shorthanded 76ers top the Lakers, Los Angeles star Anthony Davis suffers another injury, WNBA icon Brittney Griner is set to join a new team, a handful of NFL stars plan to skip the Pro Bowl, and teams bolster their staffs with former head coaches.
Jake, Logan Paul suggest their next fight is against each other on HBO Max.
Warriors to retire Andre Iguodala's No. 9 jersey.
Auschwitz memorial holds observances on the 80th anniversary of the death camp's liberation.
Macron announces a major overhaul to modernize Louvre and a dedicated room for the Mona Lisa.
Several people are feared dead in a stampede at the massive Maha Kumbh festival in India.
Congo tries to slow the assault of Rwanda-backed rebels amid reports of dead bodies in the streets.
—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
January 28, 2025Executive order revises policy on trans troops and more on Trump's first week in office
On this episode we look at the latest on President Donald Trump's executive orders and agenda, GOP unity, General Motors earnings and Denmark's response to Trump's desires to acquire Greenland.
Elected officials push back against Trump's immigration crackdown.
CDC ordered to stop working with WHO immediately, upending expectations of an extended withdrawal.
Portland, Oregon church leaders pledge solidarity with immigrants.
Indiana man pardoned by Trump is fatally shot during traffic stop.
Supreme Court leaves in place Mississippi’s voting bar for people convicted of some crimes.
Snow briefly closes major interstate north of LA as needed rain douses California fires.
Earthquake rattles houses in Maine and is felt hundreds of miles away.
Federal Reserve expected to stand pat on rates even as Trump demands cuts.
Tech stocks tank as a Chinese competitor threatens to upend the AI frenzy; Nvidia sinks nearly 17%.
Global shares are mixed after a US tech selloff as a Chinese rival joins the global AI frenzy.
Investor seeks to quash US Steel-Nippon deal after taking stake in US steelmaker.
Super Bowl footballs are ready to go within hours of the matchup being set.
A buzzer beater makes the difference in a clash of top NBA teams, an embattled NBA All-Star draws another team suspension, an upset and overtime thriller and another big game for college basketball’s top star, and updates on the futures of a star quarterback in New York and longtime coach in Pittsburgh.
Brian Schottenheimer says he's 'ready' to coach Cowboys after long career as NFL assistant.
Florida coach Todd Golden cleared in Title IX investigation regarding sexual harassment allegations.
Auburn, Duke top men's AP Top 25, Texas Tech, Vanderbilt make poll debuts; UConn tumbles to No. 25.
2 killed in southern Lebanon as protests against Israeli presence erupt for a second day.
A Bulgarian shipping company denies its vessel sabotaged a Baltic Sea cable.
Dubai's ceaseless boom is putting strains on its residents.
What is happening in eastern Congo, where rebels claim they captured a key city.
What to expect after South Korean president's indictment on rebellion charges.
—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
January 27, 2025Trump claims victory over Colombia; Eagles, Chiefs advance to Super Bowl
President Donald Trump claims a victory in a showdown with Colombia, the latest in hte Middle East, and the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs will meet once again in the Super Bowl.
Acting deputy AG visits Chicago to 'observe' immigration enforcement crackdown.
Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio, turn to faith amid deportation fears.
Trump wants Jordan and Egypt to accept more Palestinian refugees and floats plan to 'clean out' Gaza.
Trump leans into his pledge to eliminate taxes on tips at a Las Vegas rally.
Trump uses mass firing to remove independent inspectors general at a series of agencies.
Senate confirms Noem as Trump's homeland security secretary.
Pete Hegseth was sworn in Saturday as the nation's 29th secretary of defense.
Many Alaskans say they'll never call Denali Mount McKinley.
Supreme Court will weigh approval for US’ 1st publicly funded religious charter school, in Oklahoma.
The CIA believes COVID most likely originated from a lab but has low confidence in its own finding.
Judge bars Oath Keepers founder Rhodes from entering Washington without court's permission.
Southern California rain helps firefighters but creates risk of flooding and toxic ash runoff.
Minnesota high court sides with Democrats in struggle with Republicans over control of state House.
Auschwitz memorial holds observances on the 80th anniversary of the death camp's liberation.
People are hawking TikTok-loaded phones for thousands on eBay, Facebook.
Some 70 people killed in attack on hospital in Sudan's Darfur region, WHO chief says.
The Chiefs are one win away from a three-peat after holding off the Bills in the AFC Championship Game, the Eagles rout the Commanders in the NFC title game to set up a 2023 Super Bowl rematch, a repeat men’s winner at the Australian Open and a notable trade in baseball.
—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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20 min
January 25, 2025Trump and Musk's plans, pandas return and Farmtok
Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:
What Americans think about Trump and Musk's plans for the federal government AP-NORC poll.
US adults want border security action but mostly oppose arrests in schools, churches AP-NORC poll.
The tax deadline for some small businesses affected by disasters in 2024 is drawing near.
Rosy December for small business sales, but restaurants are left out.
Chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer pose cancer risk, EPA says.
Scientists sense 'chirping' chorus waves near Earth in an unexpected place.
Pandas are back; 'Washington, D.C., is no longer unbearable!.'
Mittens the cat becomes an accidental frequent flyer after getting mistakenly left on a plane.
Sunfish that got sick after aquarium closed has recovered — thanks to human cutouts.
A blooming plant that reeks of gym socks and rotting garbage has thousands lining up for a whiff.
On Farmtok, agriculture gets its moment in the spotlight. What would it mean if that disappeared.
Ancient DNA suggests women were at the heart of social networks in Celtic society in Britain.
Obesity won't be solely defined by BMI under new plan for diagnosis by global experts.
Brownstone from 'Sex and The City' getting gate due to tourists.
On this week's AP Religion Roundup, President Trump demands an apology after an inaugural prayer service, and faith leaders react to an immigration crackdown.
—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
January 24, 2025The latest on Trump's border crackdown and California wildfires
The latest on President Donald Trump's crackdown at the US-Mexico border, the Sackler family settles over the opioid crisis, and an emergency contraception pill could be an alternative for abortions.
Senate advances Pete Hegseth as Trump's defense secretary, despite allegations against him.
Trump revokes protections for former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and top Iran aide.
Experts worry that Trump's Jan. 6 pardons will legitimize political violence, embolden extremists.
A federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship.
Immigration detention beds may be maxed out as Trump moves to deport 'millions and millions.'
California will spend $2.5 billion to help the Los Angeles area recover from wildfires.
Southern cities get creative to clear leftover snow and ice after rare winter storm.
Stock market today S&P 500 climbs to a record.
Average rate on 30-year mortgage slips below 7% after climbing five weeks in a row.
More Americans file for unemployment benefits last week, continuing claims highest in 3 years.
Costco successfully defends its diversity policies as other US companies scale theirs back.
A golden spike that completed the Alaska Railroad is up for auction. Alaskans want to bring it home.
'Emilia Pérez' leads Oscar nominations with 13, setting record for a non-English language film.
A$AP Rocky assault trial soon heads to opening statements as a jury is seated.
Lawsuit says ex-Yankee Mariano Rivera failed to protect a girl from sexual abuse at a church camp.
Recording captured ex-interpreter impersonating Ohtani to transfer $200,000, prosecutors say.
A French basketball star dominates in his return to Paris, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer extends his record for All-Star Game selections, four quarterbacks and a running back are named NFL MVP finalists, an All-Star free agent slugger signs in baseball and more.
Djokovic quits mid-match and walks off to boos, putting Zverev in Australian Open final vs. Sinner.
Australian Open Madison Keys upsets Iga Swiatek and will face Aryna Sabalenka in the final.
Italy's top court upholds Amanda Knox's conviction for falsely accusing innocent man of murder.
AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on Mexican migrants hoping to reach the US, adapting to a new reality; Palestinians newly freed from Israeli prisons are worried about their futures; North Korea may be sending more troops to Russia; and a storm batters Scotland and Ireland.
Teen who killed 3 girls at Taylor Swift-themed dance class in England sentenced to over 50 years.
—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
January 23, 2025Pleas for aid continue as firefighters battle blaze; Jets hire new coach
Firefighters continue to battle wildfires around Los Angeles as discussions about recovery aid continue; Stewart Rhodes returns to the Capitol after his release from prison; there was a shooting in San Antonio; and Saudi Arabia plans to invest in the U.S.
Trump's perceived enemies worry about losing pensions, getting audited and paying steep legal bills.
Trump to meet with more Republicans as they hash out legislative roadmap.
Justice Department directs prosecutors to probe local efforts to obstruct immigration enforcement.
Pentagon to send up to 1,500 active duty troops to help secure US-Mexico border, officials say.
Trump administration cancels travel for refugees already cleared to resettle in the US.
Sagar Meghani reports President Trump's threat of penalties on Russia if it doesn't negotiate an end to the Ukraine war may fall on deaf ears.
Trump demands an apology from bishop who asked him to ‘have mercy’ on LGBTQ+ people and migrants.
Border Patrol agent killed in Vermont worked at the Pentagon during 911, family says.
Teen fatally shoots a female student and himself at Antioch High School in Nashville, police say.
Julie Walker reports on rare and historic snow falling in the Gulf States from Texas all the way to the Florida Panhandle.
Kate Payne reports from Florida's capital on the rare snow day kids and their parents are getting to experience in the Sunshine State.
Stock market today Netflix and AI excitement send Wall Street to the brink of an all-time high.
George Clinton, The Doobie Brothers, Mike Love and more get into Songwriters Hall of Fame.
An unlikely hero saves the Timberwolves in a meeting with the Mavericks, a disgruntled All-Star is suspended by his team once again, NFL news includes the Jets picking a former player as their new head coach.
—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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18 min
January 22, 2025Pardons for Capitol rioters and the future of DEI
Stewart Rhodes speaks out after he and others were pardoned by President Donald Trump, the future of federal diversity, equity and inclusion programs, weather updates and TV ratings for the inauguration.
US throws out policies limiting arrests of migrants at sensitive locations like schools, churches.
Sagar Meghani reports President Trump heard a plea at a church service wrapping up four days of inauguration-related events.
Haya Panjwani reports on states suing the Trump administration over order blocking birthright citizenship.
Marissa Duhaney reports on President Donald Trump demonstrating one of his favored expressions of power firing people.
Trump moves to suspend clearances of ex-intel officials who signed letter on Hunter Biden laptop.
Trump White House celebrates release of two Americans freed in a swap with Taliban brokered by Biden.
'Orchestrated attack' on Portland elections office shatters dozens of windows, police say.
The ash left behind by the Los Angeles wildfires might be toxic, experts warn.
Winds picking up in Southern California and at least 2 new fires break out.
A rare frigid storm brings heavy snow, sleet and ice to Texas and the northern Gulf Coast.
15 Stock market today Wall Street begins Trump's second term with gains.
Baseball’s newest Hall of Fame class is announced, the Vikings re-sign their coach, the Cowboys look within in their head coaching search, national champion Ohio State loses a quarterback to the transfer portal, an NBA trade and a marquee matchup at the Australian Open.
Witnesses at a Turkish ski resort stood helpless as people leaped out of a burning hotel.
A sample from a remote Tanzanian region tests positive for Marburg disease, confirming WHO fears.
Dozens of firms pull ads from Japanese network over sex scandal linked to its staff and celebrity.
—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
January 21, 2025Trump gets to work after taking office; Ohio State wins national title
President Donald Trump has a busy first day in office, a border patrol officer is killed in Vermont, the latest from the Middle East and former Vice President Kamala Harris returns to California and the wildfires.
Sequel to Prince Harry's feud with British tabloids begins in high-stakes trial.
Trump suspends US foreign assistance for 90 days pending reviews.
Canada relieved Trump doesn't impose tariffs on the major American trading partner on the first day.
Trump seeks to remake border security but his efforts will face challenges.
Do US adults support Trump's agenda Here's what an AP-NORC poll shows.
Former President Joe Biden says farewell at Joint Base Andrews.
Just minutes before he leaves office, Biden pardons his siblings and their spouses.
Man accused of starting fire at Congressman's office motivated by TikTok ban, police say.
Sting, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish and the Red Hot Chili Peppers to perform at FireAid benefit concert.
Ohio State wins its second national title of the CFP era over Notre Dame, the top NFL coaching candidate comes off the board, the Celtics beat the Warriors in historic fashion, an All-Star free agent signs in baseball and one of hockey’s top stars is suspended.
Hundreds of dead sea turtles are washing ashore on India's coast.
Thailand gears up for a celebration as a long-awaited marriage equality law takes effect.
—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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15 min
January 20, 2025Biden issues pardon as Trump returns for second term
Outgoing President Joe Biden issues a final set of pardons to protect against potential retribution from incoming President Donald Trump.
The Chinese president's envoy meets with Vance and Musk on the eve of Trump's inauguration.
Chicago prepares for deportation arrests targeting hundreds next week after Trump takes office.
TikTok says it's in the process of restoring service to US users.
Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted will succeed JD Vance in the US Senate.
Biden says the Equal Rights Amendment should be considered ratified.
Biden task force calls for more training and money to avoid the mishandling of classified documents.
Florida jury says CNN defamed Navy veteran in story about endangered Afghans.
Why are lone homes left standing after the fires It's not entirely luck.
Ozempic, Wegovy and other new drugs are selected for Medicare's price negotiations.
A big day for Saquon Barkley sends the Eagles into the NFC Championship Game against the Commanders, Josh Allen outduels Lamar Jackson to punch the Bills’ ticket to the AFC title game versus the Chiefs, Paige Bueckers makes history at UConn and a former major leaguer dies.
LA's Olympic venues were spared by wildfires, but the city's rebuild could impact the Games' runup.
As college sports move toward pay for play, Title IX looms as another hurdle for the NCAA.
Tony Award-winning British actor Joan Plowright, widow of Laurence Olivier, dies at 95.
On this week's AP Religion Roundup, Pope Francis releases his autobiography, and hundreds of millions gather for the world’s largest religious festival.
Blessings for dogs Bring them to Mexico City's cathedral and St. Anthony will do the rest.
Karen Chammas reports on Israeli hostages reuniting with loved ones in hospital, and Palestinians in the West Bank cheering as Israel releases dozens from prison, and sound of Colombian military helicopters evacuating citizens.
—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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20 min
January 18, 2025The pomp, pageantry and circumstance of presidential inaugurations
In this episode of The Story Behind the AP Story, hear from AP Washington radio correspondent, Sagar Meghani and White House correspondent Darlene Superville. They'll help us peel back the curtain and share what we can expect during a presidential inauguration.
And in other inauguration news:
Trump swearing-in will move inside Capitol Rotunda because of intense cold.
Biden got an Oval Office letter from Trump and may leave one in the desk himself. It’d be a first.
Michelle Obama will skip Trump inauguration, but ex-Presidents Obama, Clinton and Bush will be there.
Carrie Underwood, Village People to perform at Trump's inauguration events.
—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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16 min

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