Might the new wave of stimulus checks be contributing to inflation? Iran and Russia built an alliance on their hostility toward the U.S., and now their kamikaze drones embody that hatred. Paul Flores has been found guilty for the murder of Cal Poly freshman Kristin Smart and his father has been acquitted. And new LA City Council President Krekorian aims to restore trust in City Hall following the racism scandal that has protestors up in arms.

Jennifer Jones Lee accompanies Bill for the Early Edition of Handel on the News. The two of them discuss news topics that include: The Los Angeles City Council has chosen a new President, Paul Flores was found guilty of murdering Cal Poly freshman Kristin Smart, and the LA County has approved a $32M settlement over the death of 10-year-old Anthony Avalos.

Travel Expert Johnny Jet joins the show to talk Holiday travel - when's it best to pack your bags for vacation? Actress Angelina Jolie is the latest woman to be compared to Amber Hears by social media creators that are chasing any and all celebrity-related scandals. And Gen Z, alongside Millennials, are reframing their layoffs by stripping away the shame and pointing the blame finger at the companies that let them go.

KFI News Reporter Steve Gregory has the latest coming out of the scandal in Los Angeles as calls for the resignations of Cedillo and de Leon echo throughout the city and beyond. Jennifer Jones Lee joins Bill for the Late Edition of Handel on the News.

President Biden has formally announced the opening of the Student Loan Forgiveness application website as many have already submit theirs. Companies are now being forced to reveal what their jobs pay. Some key sectors were spared in the recent wave of Russian sanctions by Europe. And kamikaze drones? Handel explains.

Bill Handel is accompanied by Jennifer Jones Lee for the Early Edition of Handel on the News. The two discuss news topics that include: LA Councilmembers Cedillo and de Leon are to be removed from their committee assignments, California is set to end its COVID-19 'State of Emergency' in February, and President Biden has officially launched the Student Loan Forgiveness application.

Californians being in distress could ultimately help the Republicans take control over the house. Lyft is pushing back against California Governor Gavin Newsom's measure to fund EV's. Should you travel somewhere that's been recently impacted by a natural disaster? Handel examines the ethics of travel. And 'boomeranging' might be in order if you miss your old job.

Many in China feel a sense of things 'moving backward' as Xi's China embodies an era of total control. Russia, in desperation, is grabbing men off of the streets to fight their war in Ukraine. Jennifer Jones Lee joins Bill for the Late Edition of Handel on the News.

The audio leak of the racist conversation had among Los Angeles City Councilmembers has 'tainted' the redistricting maps and many are calling for their reversal. Despite claims to defund the police, many cities across the U.S. have increased their funding. Dr. Jim Keany joins the show for a fresh edition of 'Medical News'!

Jennifer Jones Lee joins Bill for the Early Edition of Handel on the News. They discuss news topics that include: Stockton can rest easier now that the suspect in the serial killings has been detained, protestors are camping out near LA Councilman Kevin De Leon's home in a stand for his resignation, and the Orange County bus strike has been averted.