The Chris and Amy Show on KMOX

Today on the Chis and Amy Show we remember Former Cardinal and baseball legend Bob Uecker. CBS Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett talks about Trump cabinet, inauguration and Tik-Tok. Robert Berger, CBS Correspondent in Jerusalem gives us the latest on the Israel and Hamas ceasefire. KMOX Sports Contributor Bernie Miklasz talks Uecker, Cardinals, and football. KMOX Reporter Stuart McMillian has the latest on music lessons for inmates. G.H. Merritt, Chairman of the Board of "The New State of Illinois" talks about why some counties want to secede from Cook County.

In the final hour KMOX Reporter Stuart McMillian joins the show to talk about St. Louis County inmates receiving free music lessons and it is not being well received. We go back in time and listen to part of a conversation between Bob Uecker and Mike Shannon from a "Live at Shannon's". G.H. Merritt, Chairman of the Board of "The New State of Illinois" joins the show to discuss why some counties are looking to secede from Cook County. Finally, some banned words.

G.H. Merritt, Chairman of the Board of "The New State of Illinois" joins the show to elaborate on how Illinois counties want to separate- not secede, she says- from Cook County.

KMOX Reporter Stuart McMillian joins the show to share his story covering St. Louis County inmates who are receiving free music lessons, and why it doesn't sit well with some.

In the second hour Chris and Amy talk with CBS Correspondent in Jerusalem Robert Berger to talk about the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Illinois counties want to secede to Indiana. KMOX Sports Contributor Bernie Miklasz joins to talk about Bob Uecker, Cardinals, NFL playoffs and college football national championship. Finally, Amy asks a good question about Uecker's sitcom Mr. Belvedere.

KMOX Sports Contributor Bernie Miklasz joins the show to talk about the life of Bob Uecker, Cardinals off season, NFL playoffs, and the college football national championship.

CBS Correspondent in Jerusalem Robert Berger joins the show to talk about the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas and the status of the remaining hostages.

In the opening hour of the show on this Thursday Chris and Amy start with the sad news that former Cardinal and baseball legend Bob Uecker passed away. St. Louis Mayor says that the city will bring in smaller trucks to help with the roads. CBS Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett joins to talk about Trump cabinet hearings, the inauguration and Tik Tok ban. Finally, did you see this.

CBS Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett joins the show to talk about Trump's cabinet hearings, his upcoming inauguration, the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and the ban of TikTok.

In Hour 1, the conversation begins with the FDA’s plan to ban Red Dye No. 3 by 2027/2028, discussing growing concerns over processed foods and additives in the U.S. Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey’s lawsuit against China over COVID-19 and allegations of PPE hoarding are also explored. Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski provides insights into her work securing compensation for Illinois communities affected by Dow Chemical’s radioactive waste in Granite City. The hour concludes with updates on the potential sale or merger of Granite City Works.

Hour 2 continues with Janet Ruiz from the Insurance Information Institute discussing the challenges of wildfire insurance in California, the role of the California FAIR Plan, and the complexities of insurance rates in high-risk areas. Janet also highlights the growing availability of private flood insurance as concerns about flooding expand beyond hurricane-prone zones. Matt Pauley joins the conversation to discuss the University of Missouri Athletics’ $15 million budget deficit, the rising costs of college sports, and the ongoing struggles of St. Louis sports teams. This includes SLU’s loss to VCU, Mizzou’s win over a top-five opponent, and the Blues’ push to stay in the playoff race.

In Hour 3, Chris Rongey and Amy Marxkors continue the conversation on the ongoing Rams settlement saga, focusing on the two bills under consideration in St. Louis: one for immediate infrastructure spending and another to spread funds over time for matching grants. KMOX reporter Sean Malone provides an update on the St. Louis Police Department’s 2024 crime statistics, reporting a decline in murders but an increase in shootings. He also explains how crimes are categorized under the new NIBRS reporting system and confirms the inclusion of hockey player Colin Brown’s homicide in the 2024 homicide numbers. The discussion shifts to snow removal issues in St. Louis, with residents calling in to share their concerns about impassable streets, particularly in neighborhoods like Soulard and South City. The hosts highlight how these snow removal problems are a serious public safety issue, emphasizing the need for immediate action, especially with the city’s current budget surplus.