NightSide With Dan Rea

The Environmental Protection Agency proposed two sets of new rules limiting emissions for all vehicles. The most aggressive of several options the EPA is considering could lead to 67 percent of all new passenger car and light-duty truck sales being electric by 2032. Does this concern you?

The Environmental Protection Agency proposed two sets of new rules limiting emissions for all vehicles. The most aggressive of several options the EPA is considering could lead to 67 percent of all new passenger car and light-duty truck sales being electric by 2032. Does this concern you? EV expert, CEO of Exro Technologies Sue Ozdemir joined Dan to discuss.

There is a legislative effort on Beacon Hill that aims to diversify the state’s teaching corps. However, at the same time, the effort could weaken job security for veteran teachers. It’s a trade off that has sparked quite a controversy among educators. Dan broke down this legislative effort and heard your opinion on it.

Tensions are rising after China conducted military drills around Taiwan over the course of three days. The Taiwanese government took the drills as a sign that China is gearing up to launch a war against them. The drills occurred just a day after Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen returned home from the U.S. Dan heard listeners thoughts on the rising tensions.

Dan started the 10PM hour with a special Half Time Guest, former Red Sox Mike Timlin, who joined him to discuss a couple important races coming up to benefit great causes!

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Tensions are rising after China conducted military drills around Taiwan over the course of three days. The Taiwanese government took the drills as a sign that China is gearing up to launch a war against them. The drills occurred just a day after Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen returned home from the U.S. Professor Miles Yu of the U.S. Naval Academy joined Dan to discuss.

Matt Brown is a 29-year-old former hockey player who suffered a spinal cord injury during a high school hockey game leaving him paralyzed. Brown has been determined not to let his injury define him. He has created his own successful foundation, authored a book, participated in 11 marathons, and has become a motivational speaker encouraging others to overcome adversity. Brown joined Dan on his inspiring story.

A bill that would allow local police to work with federal immigration authorities (ICE) to crack down on undocumented individuals has passed the State Senate 13-10. The goal is not to go after just anyone undocumented. The bill only applies to those who are currently being detained for violating state law. NH Sen. Daryl Abbas joined Dan to discuss.

Easter Monday, a shooting occurred at a downtown Louisville, Kentucky bank where at least four victims were killed inside and eight injured. Of the injured were two police officers. The shooter is believed to be an employee with possible mental health conditions. This latest mass shooting continues the conversation about how the country should tackle the issue of mental health care and gun control. Dan heard your thoughts on this important issue!

Easter Monday, a shooting occurred at a downtown Louisville, Kentucky bank where at least four victims were killed inside and eight injured. Of the injured were two police officers. The shooter is believed to be an employee with possible mental health conditions. This latest mass shooting continues the conversation about how the country should tackle the issue of mental health care and gun control. Dan heard your thoughts on this important issue!

Easter Monday, a shooting occurred at a downtown Louisville, Kentucky bank where at least four victims were killed inside and eight injured. Of the injured were two police officers. The shooter is believed to be an employee with possible mental health conditions. This latest mass shooting continues the conversation about how the country should tackle the issue of mental health care and gun control. Dan heard your thoughts on this important issue!