January 21, 2025

Trump gets to work after taking office; Ohio State wins national title

14 minutes

President Donald Trump has a busy first day in office, a border patrol officer is killed in Vermont, the latest from the Middle East and former Vice President Kamala Harris returns to California and the wildfires.

Sequel to Prince Harry's feud with British tabloids begins in high-stakes trial.

Trump suspends US foreign assistance for 90 days pending reviews.

Canada relieved Trump doesn't impose tariffs on the major American trading partner on the first day.

Trump seeks to remake border security but his efforts will face challenges.

Do US adults support Trump's agenda Here's what an AP-NORC poll shows.

Former President Joe Biden says farewell at Joint Base Andrews.

Just minutes before he leaves office, Biden pardons his siblings and their spouses.

Man accused of starting fire at Congressman's office motivated by TikTok ban, police say.

Sting, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish and the Red Hot Chili Peppers to perform at FireAid benefit concert.

Ohio State wins its second national title of the CFP era over Notre Dame, the top NFL coaching candidate comes off the board, the Celtics beat the Warriors in historic fashion, an All-Star free agent signs in baseball and one of hockey’s top stars is suspended.

Hundreds of dead sea turtles are washing ashore on India's coast.

Thailand gears up for a celebration as a long-awaited marriage equality law takes effect.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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