NightSide With Dan Rea

Continued conversation about ending the sentence to life without the possibility of parole. Senator Liz Miranda and Representative Christopher Worrell have introduced legislation that would allow people serving life sentences to be eligible for a parole hearing after 25 years. Good idea, or not?

The topic to end the sentence to life without the possibility of parole is in the headlines again. Senator Liz Miranda and Representative Christopher Worrell have introduced legislation that would allow people serving life sentences to be eligible for a parole hearing after 25 years. Good idea, or not?

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was CEO of Regan Communications Group George Regan and Shelly, Director of Showrooms at Frank Webb Home Mary Kate Lucas, Olympic swimmer and COO of Swim Across America Janel Jorgensen McArdle, and Media Relations Manager for the Animal Rescue League of Boston Mike DeFina.

Continued conversation about how the U.S. sent four warships into the Alaskan region in response to nearly a dozen Chinese and Russian military vessels moving near territorial waters around the Aleutian Islands. The foreign ships were apparently involved in joint military maneuvers. Is this a stark reminder of our vulnerabilities?

The U.S. sent four warships into the Alaskan region in response to nearly a dozen Chinese and Russian military vessels moving near territorial waters around the Aleutian Islands. The foreign ships were apparently involved in joint military maneuvers. Is this a stark reminder of our vulnerabilities?

Representatives Seth Moulton and Jake Auchincloss have voted for an amendment to military legislation to limit how race and racism are discussed at K-12 schools operated by the military. Congressman Moulton joined Dan to outline the content of this legislation and why he’s in favor of it.

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Executive Dir. of the SEMI Foundation Shari Liss, Washington Post Climate Advice Columnist Michael Coren, Co-Founder of Embark Adam Boyko, and Accuweather Meteorologist Carl Erickson.

Dan continued car talk with a focus on the decline of proper service at many dealerships. He asked listeners for their positive car dealer experiences.

Less than 6 mos. after Corey Morris purchased a brand-new SUV, the check engine light came on. The dealership couldn’t figure out why and the manufacturer hasn’t replied yet. Meanwhile, Morris’ car sits on the driveway with an inspection rejection sticker on it. Boston Globe Reporter Sean P. Murphy detailed the story with Dan.

It’s been about a month since the full closure of the Sumner Tunnel. So how is the restoration project going? Joining Dan with full details was MassDOT Highway Superintendent Jonathan Gulliver.