Handel examines what's inside of President Biden and Speaker McCarthy's debt-ceiling bill and those who oppose it. Then, police departments across the country are struggling to fill their ranks, and the sttaffing emergency threatens public safety. January 6th rioters, or "political prisoners" are receiving thousands in donations, and now the government is coming after some of it. And speaking of the U.S. government, immigrants continue to be told to come in "the right way," and while they're listening, there are still steps that need to be taken to expand access to asylum seekers at official border crossings.

Wayne Resnick returns and joins Jennifer Jones Lee in accompanying Bill for Handel on the News! The U.S. debt ceiling battle now shifts to Congress as lawmakers prepare for the first round of voting; Republicans have spoken out against the deal. And a man has been arrested in connection with over 20 car fires in Tujunga.

Let's face it - tipping has gotten out of control. Handel talks about all the ways leaving a gratuity for someone has gotten to the point where we're feeling taken advantage of. Then, Brittney Griner played in her first WNBA game since having returned from imprisonment in Russia. But there's something particular about Brittney that's different about her now than before her time spent in captivity.

President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy have reached an agreement on the debt ceiling, as tentative framework was unveiled over the weekend. Then, Handel explores the origins of Memorial Day and why some celebrations reamin controversial.

With Wayne Resnick sitting in for Gary and Shannon later today, Jennifer Jones Lee accompanies Bill for Handel on the News. President Biden and Speaker McCarthy have reached a final deal to avoid a U.S. default; now they have to sell it to Congress. The two then take a look at some events scheduled around Los Angeles for the Holiday. And a woman has gone missing during a cross-country trip with her boyfriend from Tennessee to Orange County.

The San Bernardino County Child Services is being sued on behalf of nearly 6,000 kids and is being deemed "too broken to fix." If you love brunch as much as Handel does, you'll be pleased to know it's now an event being served seven days a week! And it's being suggested that California crack down on cash apps that target women and could easily trap them into hefty loads of debt.

Bill takes a look at the debt ceiling timeline; when will Medicaid, Social Security and other payments become jeopardized? Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes was sentenced to 18 years in prison for seditious conspiracy stemming from the January 6th, 2021 insurrection. An investigation has been launched following the death of a Navy Seal candidate and has prompted an overhaul in the "Hell Week" training course. And new details have emerged in the Donald Trump Mar-a-Lago classified documents case, as there allegedly was a "dress rehearsal" for moving the sensitive papers found there.

Wayne Resnick and Jennifer Jones Lee join Bill for a Friday edition of Handel on the News! The trio give an update on the discussions being had regarding the debt ceiling and the looming June 1st deadline. San Bernardino County child services is facing a class-action lawsuit on behalf of more than 5,800 youths who, at times, were unprotected and sometimes in danger. And the Metro board is backing a whopping $9B budget, which includes more safety officers and custodians.

KFI Anchor, Business Expert and Host of MACRO Jason Middleton joins the show to talk some business! We are slowly but surely being overwhelmed with streaming services that require subscriptions; who will figure out how to rebuild pay-television first? Interest rate increases may not yet be done. And the home improvement boom in America may be fizzling out. Then, there's technology utilizing ChatGPT to make mind-reading a reality?!

The Queen of Rock & Roll Tina Turner passed away yesterday at the age of 83 - we remember her. Then, the battle wages on in Washington when it comes to the debt-ceiling, and whether we should freeze or cut spending. A California State Senate bill could provide aid to firefighters and first responders expereincing PTSD. And as we head into travel season, one flight attendant has some etiquette rules when it comes to flying.