Hot Off The Wire

Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: FACT FOCUS: RFK Jr.'s reasons for cutting mRNA vaccine not supported by evidence. Harvard scientists say research could be set back years after funding freeze. What to know about past meetings between Putin and his American counterparts. How Americans' views of racial discrimination have shifted since 2021, according to AP-NORC polling. July was Earth's third-warmest on record, EU scientists say. Americans get more than half their calories from ultra-processed foods, CDC report says. Young adults are less likely to follow politics or say voting is important AP-NORC poll. Summer's best meteor shower peaks soon. But the moon will interfere with viewing the Perseids. Millionaires multiply across the US, but most find it’s not all mansions and champagne. Vice President Vance is not thinking about being the GOP nominee in three years.. Emmylou Harris and Brad Paisley are headed for Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. Kamala Harris will release '107 Days,' a behind-the-scenes look at her historic presidential run. MLB is calling up its first female umpire, promoting Jen Pawol for Saturday's Marlins-Braves game. Hot dog spill shuts down highway in Pennsylvania commuters' wurst nightmare. A Mississippi monkey sanctuary helps veterans with PTSD find peace. At this summer camp run by grandmas, kids learn cooking skills and life advice. 'Fire clouds' over Arizona and Utah wildfires are creating their own erratic climate. Fireflies are lighting up summer skies. But the glowing bugs are still on the decline. 'Gas station heroin' is technically illegal and widely available. Here are the facts. Scientists say they have solved the mystery of what killed more than 5 billion sea stars. Scientists in South Africa are making rhino horns radioactive to fight poaching. As Trump's sweeping new tariffs take effect, US trading partners scramble worldwide. A new immigrant detention partnership nicknamed after Indiana's iconic racetrack inspires backlash. A Tunisian musician was detained in LA after living in US for a decade. His doctor wife speaks out. New lawsuit on Epstein case seeks records of Trump administration communications. California could slash 5 GOP US House seats to counter Texas' move to pad Republican margin. Construction on $200 million White House ballroom to begin in September. Intel CEO responds after Trump calls for his resignation. The reverse migration African Americans relocating to Kenya cite heritage and restoration. US is auctioning a seized $325M Russian superyacht with 8 state rooms, a helipad, a gym and a spa. Australia bans YouTube accounts for children under 16 in reversal of previous stance. Britain's Royal Mail celebrates Monty Python with stamps featuring iconic sketches and characters. Denmark zoo asks people to donate their small pets as food for captive predators. Why are scientists dressing pigs in clothes and burying them in Mexico. Vietnam automaker VinFast opens factory in India, eyeing growth in Asia. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Judge to consider the fate of an agreement on protecting immigrant children in US custody; Germany will halt the export of military equipment to Israel that could be used in Gaza; flooding strikes China; wildfires continue north of Los Angeles; Trump orders increased federal law enforcement presence in Washington to 'make DC safe again.' Trump orders colleges to prove they don't consider race in admissions. Trump orders federal regulators to probe alleged bank discrimination against conservatives. Trump will meet Friday with leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan to sign US-brokered peace deal. Trump opens the door for private equity and crypto as 401(k) retirement plan options. Trump says he would meet with Putin even if the Russian leader won't meet with Ukraine's Zelenskyy. Intel's stock tumbles after Trump says its CEO must resign. Trump seeks to change how census collects data and wants to exclude immigrants in US illegally. Judge orders temporary halt to construction at Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center. EPA cancels $7 billion Biden-era grant program to boost solar energy. Senior FBI official who resisted Trump administration demands is pushed out, AP sources say. US Air Force to deny retirement pay to transgender service members being separated from the service. Soldiers hailed as heroes for tackling armed assailant at Georgia Army base. Netanyahu says Israel plans to take over all of Gaza in bid to destroy Hamas. Woman killed by neighbor before responding state troopers were ambushed by gunfire, police say. Suspect who 'ambushed' two Pennsylvania state troopers in shooting is dead, official says. Officials plan to seek the death penalty for a Tennessee man charged with killing 4. Wall Street drifts as stock markets worldwide take Trump's new tariffs in stride. Average rate on a 30-year mortgage drops to lowest level since April. A surprise leader after one round at the PGA Tour playoff opener, a former top five pick exits and other notable football preseason injuries, a four-time NFL MVP will sit out his new team’s first exhibition, a young American tennis star notches his biggest win yet and more.  Akshay Bhatia shoots career-best 62 to lead in Memphis. Scheffler is 5 back. US women's national team knocked off top spot by Spain in FIFA's latest rankings. Man arrested for throwing sex toy into crowd at WNBA game in Phoenix, police say. High temperatures threaten to reignite blaze after France's largest wildfire in decades. At least 6 killed in air ambulance crash just outside Kenya's capital. Haiti prepares for new leadership as gunfire erupts and gangs threaten to overthrow government. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces he will cancel $500 million in vaccine development projects; Trump's envoy meets Putin ahead of Russia-Ukraine peace deadline; wait times in China for U.S. student visa applications have been on the rise; the Coast Guard released a report on the Titan submersible; Ozzy Osbourne's cause of death has been revealed; and UK regulators criticize all sides in a dispute over Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso's charity. Trump threatens federal takeover of DC after attack on former DOGE worker. NATO to coordinate regular and large-scale arm deliveries to Ukraine. Most will be bought in the US. Federal judge rules Trump administration cannot reallocate billions meant for disaster mitigation. House committee issues subpoenas for Epstein files and depositions with the Clintons. Trump takes an unexpected walk on the White House roof to survey new projects. Trump narrows Fed chair candidates to four, excluding Treasury Secretary Bessent. US government proposes easing some restrictions on drones traveling long distances. Texas Republicans could have a hard time enforcing threats against Democrats who left. Nebraska Republican is shouted down by a hostile crowd at a town hall on Trump's tax cuts. Violent crime in the US dropped 4.5% last year, FBI data shows. Nations will try again on plan to confront world's 'spiraling' plastic pollution mess. 4 people die in crash of medical transport plane on Navajo Nation in northern Arizona. Massive central California wildfire threatens more than 800 structures and leaves 3 injured. Police arrest suspect in killings of 4 Tennessee family members. Tennessee man says he hurt badly during lethal injection without deactivating defibrillator. Second mild quake in three days hits New Jersey affects New York City. US stocks slip following the latest discouraging signal on the economy. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces he will cancel $500 million in vaccine development projects; Trump's envoy meets Putin ahead of Russia-Ukraine peace deadline; wait times in China for U.S. student visa applications have been on the rise; the Coast Guard released a report on the Titan submersible; Ozzy Osbourne's cause of death has been revealed; and UK regulators criticize all sides in a dispute over Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso's charity. Trump creates task force to prepare for 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Seattle NHL team's mascot has a close encounter with a brown bear during video shoot in Alaska. Former NFL player convicted in large-scale dogfighting operation in Oklahoma. Hiroshima marks 80 years since atomic bombing as aging survivors worry about growing nuke threat. China tackles chikungunya virus outbreak with wide range of measures as thousands fall ill. Ion Iliescu, Romania's first freely elected president after 1989 revolution, has died at 95. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: The State Department may require some visa applicants to post a bond; Texas Democrats flee the state to prevent a vote on redistricting; California may redistrict in response to Texas; Russia issues a warning about its missiles; Palestinians are killed near a food distribution site;  India is dealing with flash floods; and a funeral home owner who sent families fake ashes pleads guilty to fraud. Bondi moves forward on Justice Department investigation into origins of Trump-Russia probe. The vast majority of US adults are stressed about grocery costs, an AP-NORC poll finds. Stakes rise in the Russia-Ukraine war as Trump's deadline for the Kremlin approaches. Former Tennessee coach Derek Dooley announces 2026 Senate bid in Georgia. Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is denied release on bond to await sentencing. Popular 1980s actor Loni Anderson of the hit TV series 'WKRP in Cincinnati' has died. Tennessee readies for execution of man with working implanted defibrillator. Crews struggle to contain massive California wildfire that's injured 3 people. What is known about the search for a former US soldier suspected of killing 4 at a Montana bar. 2 killed, 6 wounded in shooting at music festival after-party in downtown Los Angeles. Arkansas man sentenced to life without parole for 2024 mass shooting at grocery store. Third child dies nearly a week after a boat collision near Miami, Coast Guard says. Driver attempting to set a record at Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats dies after losing control. Dow leaps 585 points as US stocks win back most of Friday's wipeout. Tesla awards CEO Musk millions of shares valued at about $29 billion. The New York Post plans to launch a California newspaper. Union deals finalized late last year in Las Vegas mark a major turning point The Red Sox extend the majors’ longest winning streak, a two-time AL MVP nears a return, an All-NBA guard is extended, a Pro Bowl running back continues his holdout, Texas claims No. 1 in a college football poll, March Madness stays with a field of 68 and a 24-time Grand Slam winner withdraws ahead of the year’s final major.  Eagles running back Saquon Barkley declines invitation to join Trump's sports council. Stella Rimington, Britain's first female MI5 spy chief, dies at 90. A shipwreck off Yemen has killed 56 migrants and left 132 missing, UN says in revised figures. Dozens killed as Palestinians in Gaza scramble for aid from air and land. Videos of emaciated Israeli hostages in Gaza increase pressure on Netanyahu for a ceasefire. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Thousands of Boeing workers go on strike; Texas' governor threatens to remove Democrats from office; "WKRP in Cincinnati" star Loni Anderson has died; a boat has capised off the coast of Yemen; and Japan's oldest person is a 114-year-old retired doctor. Senate heads home with no deal to speed confirmations as irate Trump tells Schumer to 'go to hell.' ‘They roll right over’ Many Democrats call their party weak and ineffective, AP-NORC poll finds. The Justice Department seeks voter and election information from at least 19 states, AP finds. US special envoy Steve Witkoff met with hostages' families in Tel Aviv on Saturday during his visit to the region. Trump removes official overseeing jobs data after dismal employment report. Corporation for Public Broadcasting to shut down after being defunded by Congress, targeted by Trump. Russian and US space chiefs meet to discuss continued cooperation. SpaceX delivers four astronauts to the International Space Station just15 hours after launch. Night vision goggles may have hampered helicopter pilots before crash with jet, experts tell NTSB. Small quake shakes the New York area. USGS says magnitude was 3.0. Officers scour mountainous area of Montana for ex-soldier suspected of killing 4 in bar. Hot dog spill shuts down highway in Pennsylvania commuters' wurst nightmare. Wall Street slumps and bond yields sink following weak hiring numbers and new tariffs. Jury orders Tesla to pay more than $240 million in Autopilot crash case. A multi-homer day powers the Braves in MLB Speedway Classic, a young star pitcher is sidelined by injury, a new PGA Tour winner and a first-time LPGA major victor, a 14-time NASCAR Cup Series winner outlasts the field in Iowa and one of soccer’s biggest star is out indefinitely with an injury.  Former SAG-AFTRA executive director David White is interim executive director of the NFLPA. Bad blood. Lyles shoved by Bednarek after his win in 200 meters at US nationals. Wrigley Field chosen to host 2027 All-Star Game. Baseball's top executive is downplaying the significance of his highly-publicized exchange with one of the game's top hitters. Gaudreau Family 5K raises more than $500,000 for accessible playground at special education school. Deal on 'valid business purpose' avoids threat of college NIL settlement heading back to court. Magic, Grizzlies to play in Berlin and London this season. More games coming to Manchester and Paris. Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas, 5 others charged with running illegal poker games at his LA mansion. ESPN cuts ties with Shannon Sharpe following settlement of sexual assault lawsuit, AP source says. Hong Kong cancels passports and bans financial support for 16 overseas activists. Israeli minister prays at flashpoint holy site as officials say 33 aid-seekers killed in Gaza. AP Religion Roundup, a mass grave in Ireland sparks a reckoning over Catholic-run homes for unwed mothers, and Ohio pastors defend Haitian migrants against deportation. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On this episode: A tsunami has sent waves into Russia, Japan, Hawaii and the West Coast of the United States after an 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the Russian Far East; President Donald Trump's EPA moves to repeal a finding that allows climate regulation; the UK says it will recognize a Palestinian state unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire; and Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to a ceasefire after China intervened. Senate confirms Trump lawyer Emil Bove for appeals court, pushing past whistleblower claims. Trump caps his Scottish visit by opening a new golf course. What Americans think about Israel's military action in Gaza, according to a new Gallup poll. Democrats implore Trump to step up role in addressing suffering and starvation in Gaza. Military planes drop aid over Gaza, stricken by widespread hunger. Federal Reserve likely to stand pat on rates this week, deepening the gulf between Powell and Trump. Lawyers for Epstein's former girlfriend say she's open to interview with Congress, if given immunity. Gunman who killed 4 in New York was trying to get to NFL offices and claimed to have CTE Officials. Victims of New York City shooting include a police officer and an executive at investment firm. Sean 'Diddy' Combs asks for release on a $50 million bond ahead of sentencing in October. US health officials crack down on kratom-related products after complaints from supplement industry. Wall Street edges back from its records as a busy week picks up momentum. Starbucks looks to protein drinks and other new products to turn around lagging US sales next year. US consumer confidence improves slightly in July, but Americans remain concerned about tariffs. Tea app takes messaging system offline after second security issue reported. A pair of All-Star outfielders for the Braves and Mets exit games with injuries, a reliever changes teams in the middle of a doubleheader, the NFL’s reigning sacks leader will end his contract holdout, a women’s tennis icon is headed back to the U.S. Open and a U.S. swimming star continues her dominance.  CTE is a pressing issue for football players at all levels and remains a prominent focus of the NFL. Russia kills 27 civilians in Ukraine as the Kremlin remains defiant over Trump threats. Over 60,000 Palestinians have died in the 21-month Israel-Hamas war, Gaza’s Health Ministry says. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Russian glide bombs and ballistic missiles have struck a Ukrainian prison and a medical facility; 'Worst-case scenario of famine' is happening in Gaza, food crisis experts say; four are killed in a New York City shooting; Union Pacific wants to buy Norfolk Southern; and Ciara is among the first descendants of enslaved people granted citizenship by Benin. Attorneys 'Alligator Alcatraz' detainees held without charges, barred from legal access. Trump says he ended friendship with Epstein because he 'stole people that worked for me.' Trump says he wants Netanyahu to 'make sure they get the food' in Gaza amid humanitarian crisis. Project 2025 author Paul Dans will challenge Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina. Senate Democrats want the Justice Department to release new Epstein case details. Judge blocks Trump administration's efforts to defund Planned Parenthood. President Trump is praising King Charles despite their differences over the environment. Authorities seek to file terrorism and assault charges against suspect in Walmart knife attack. 2 kids killed at Miami sailing camp after barge collides with their boat, authorities say. It’s moo-ving day for dairy cattle at Michigan State University. Ex-officer who mistook a Black man's keys and phone for a gun gets 15 years to life for murder. Police-involved shooting with multiple injuries reported at Reno casino with a suspect in custody. 1 dead, 10 taken to a hospital after an Atlanta shooting, police say. Wall Street kicks off a week full of potential flashpoints with a whisper. A Hall of Fame infielder dies after battling cancer, a three-time All-Star relief pitcher is being investigated for sports gambling, a heated exchange between MLB's commissioner and one of the game’s top stars, a prominent college football coach says he had cancer surgery and an NFL quarterback is on the mend after an injury scare.  Texas man pleads guilty to stalking WNBA star Caitlin Clark and gets 2.5 years in prison. Islamic State-backed rebels attack a Catholic church in eastern Congo, killing at least 34. Two Israeli rights groups say their country is committing genocide in Gaza. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Cambodian and Thai leaders hold ceasefire talks in Malaysia; Police search for suspect in deaths of couple at Arkansas park; a Republican has announced his intention to run for a Senate seat in Georgia; and US-EU deal sets a 15% tariff on most goods. It's a year of rapid change, except when it comes to Trump's approval numbers, AP-NORC polling finds. The Jeffrey Epstein case follows President Trump to his golf course in Scotland. In Epstein furor, Trump struggles to shake off a controversy his allies once stoked. Judge blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship restrictions in third ruling since high court decision. Education Department says it will release billions in remaining withheld grant money for schools. Company involved in Coldplay KissCam drama hires Gwyneth Paltrow as spokesperson. Heat advisories and warnings issued for Southeast and Midwest as temperatures and humidity soars. Authorities seek to file terrorism and assault charges against suspect in Walmart knife attack. A deputy has died after being shot during a domestic disturbance call in Kansas City, Kansas. Man with mental health issues found naked in Minnesota Capitol, raising new security concerns. Passengers flee smoking jet on emergency slide after apparent landing gear problem at Denver airport. Southwest Airlines flight headed to Las Vegas takes dramatic plunge in response to nearby aircraft. Muslim leaders increase security after vandalism reports at Texas and California mosques. Judge stays execution to evaluate if Alabama inmate is competent. Parents were given their deceased son's brain by funeral homes, lawsuit alleges. Chuck E. Cheese employee arrested in iconic mouse mask for using stolen credit card, police say. Lori Vallow Daybell receives life in prison for 2 Arizona murder conspiracy convictions. Japan officially has its first Baseball Hall of Famer, a Cy Young winner and star closer are also elected to Cooperstown, Alex Bregman foils the Dodgers again, Tadej Pogačar claims his fourth Tour de France, Bubba Wallace makes history in Indy, Kurt Kitayama earns his second PGA Tour win and a disgruntled NFL star reports to training camp. NFL fining more than 100 players for selling Super Bowl tickets above face value, AP source says. Beer and food workers on strike at Fenway Park for homestand between Dodgers and Red Sox. Wall Street's winning week ends with more records for US stocks. Images show dogs and their owners take to paddleboards for fun event on England's south coast. Israeli strikes on Gaza continue, after Israel said it would ease some restrictions on food aid. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: For Sale Trump is leveraging power of his office to reap profits for family businesses. Trump's USDA to scatter half its Washington staff to field offices. Critics see a ploy to cut jobs. Trump's former lawyer Alina Habba's term as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor ends. OpenAI's Sam Altman warns of AI voice fraud crisis in banking. Teens say they are turning to AI for friendship. The government was once a steady partner for nonprofits. That's changing. Deportation flights from Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center have begun, DeSantis says. Disgraced former US Rep. George Santos to begin serving his 7-year fraud sentence. Can you ever expect privacy in public Coldplay kiss camera saga tells us a lot about the answer. Republicans and independents have warmed on Supreme Court since 2022 abortion ruling AP-NORC poll. US cuts short Gaza ceasefire talks and accuses Hamas of lacking 'good faith.' Protest against Gaza war prevents Israeli visitors from touring Greek island. Bees have some ways to cope with a warming Earth, but researchers fear for their future. 'Gas station heroin' is technically illegal and widely available. Here are the facts. Microsoft partners up with French firm to create Notre Dame digital replica. More Americans shift money from checking and savings to accounts with investment income, study says. EU regulator green lights an injectable HIV drug that could help stop transmission. San Francisco to ban homeless people from living in RVs with new parking limit. Here comes the tide couple wades down aisle as flooding hits wedding in central Philippines. Science and local sleuthing identify a 250-year-old shipwreck on a Scottish island. On this week's AP Religion Roundup, a new version of an old hymnbook keeps an American folk singing tradition alive. A test of the mind and body Behind AP's coverage of the Tour De France. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On this episode: President Donald Trump signed a bill that canceled $9 billion in funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid; the Justice Department met with Ghislaine Maxwell to discuss the Jeffrey Epstein case; the US cut short peace talks in Qatar; English doctors have gone on strike; and world markets open lower. Trump administration sues New York City over 'sanctuary city' policies. Federal regulators approve Paramount's $8 billion deal with Skydance, capping months of turmoil. Trump and Powell bicker over Fed building renovations as president ratchets up pressure campaign. Migrant sent to El Salvador prison by the Trump administration says he was beaten by guards. Trump offers support to Musk's car company in a surprising post as Tesla stock plunges. Trump envoy Witkoff says US cutting short Gaza ceasefire talks, bringing home negotiating team. Most US adults still support legal abortion 3 years after Roe was overturned, an AP-NORC poll finds. The US fertility rate reached a new low in 2024, CDC data shows. CBS News names '60 Minutes' veteran Tanya Simon as broadcast's new top producer. Hulk Hogan, icon in professional wrestling, dies at age 71. Jazz legend Chuck Mangione, known for 'Feels So Good,' dies at 84. California utility creates compensation program for victims of January's deadly Eaton Fire near LA. Democratic Gov. Tony Evers won't seek third term in battleground Wisconsin. Alphabet and AI stocks nudge Wall Street to more records. Average long-term US mortgage rate eases to 6.74%, keeping home loan borrowing costs elevated. Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern confirm merger talks to create coast to coast railroad. An injury setback for the Jets’ new quarterback, a former first-round NFL draft pick is released, an All-Star first baseman is traded, a title-winning college basketball coach has heart surgery, a women’s tennis legend suffers a second-round loss, a tournament-record performance in golf and a wrestling icon dies.  Trump signs order to clarify college athletes' employment status amid NIL chaos. Judge acquits 5 former Canadian junior hockey players in sexual assault case that rattled the nation. French court to decide if Assad can be stripped of immunity and tried for Syrian chemical attacks. French President Macron says France will recognize Palestine as a state. France's first couple sue Candace Owens for defamation over claims that Brigitte Macron is a man. Ukraine's Zelenskyy promises safeguards after street protests over a new anti-corruption law. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: A plan has crashed in Russia; France's first couple is threatening to sue influencer Candace Owens; tensions rise between Thailand and Cambodia; an appeals court rules against President Donald Trump's birthright citizenship order; Columbia University has agreed to settle with the federal government and has suspended and expelled students who participated in protests; and a judge sentences Bryan Kohberger to life in prison for murdering four University of Idaho students. Gabbard uses surprise White House appearance to attack Trump's enemies on the Russia investigation. From tech podcasts to policy Trump's new AI plan leans heavily on Silicon Valley industry ideas. House subcommittee votes to subpoena Justice Department for Epstein files. House Democrats launch bid to subpoena Justice Department for Epstein files. Judge rejects Trump administration effort to unseal Epstein grand jury records in Florida. Supreme Court allows Trump to remove 3 Democrats on the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Trump's favorability has fallen among AAPI adults since last year, AAPI DataAP-NORC poll finds. Judge bars ICE from immediately taking Abrego Garcia into custody if he’s released from jail. Doctor pleads guilty to selling Matthew Perry ketamine in the weeks before the actor's death. Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine pleads guilty to a drug possession charge. Police say waiting shooter ambushed 2 Ohio officers parked for lunch and seriously injured a third. Man taken into custody following naked boat theft escapes from hospital. Man built, planned to set off homemade bombs throughout New York City, prosecutors say. US stocks hit more records following US-Japan trade deal. Tesla profit plunges in latest quarter as Musk's turn to politics continues to keep buyers away. Krispy Kreme, GoPro and Beyond Meat surge as the latest meme stock revival rolls on. Meta launches new teen safety features, removes 635,000 accounts that sexualize children. US home sales fade in June as prices soar to record levels. Shohei Ohtani’s 37th homer of the season matches a Dodgers record, Justin Verlander gets his first win of 2025, the Blue Jays extend their division lead, an NFL player is airlifted to a hospital after an injury in practice, a top college basketball recruit will have surgery, and the top star in MLS skips another All-Star Game.  Miami Dolphins' Bayron Matos airlifted to hospital after training camp injury. The quarterback at the center of an arbitration collusion case is staying silent. European leaders press demands on trade at scaled-back summit in Beijing. Israeli official says a Hamas ceasefire proposal is 'workable.' UN's top court says failing to protect planet from climate change could violate international law. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Charges have been filed after a man is accused of intentially driving into a Los Angeles crowd; Donald Trump announces new trade deals; Israeli airstrikes kill 25 in Gaza; Venus Williams makes history playing singles; and a 250-year-old shipwreck has been discovered. House ending session early as Republicans clash over Epstein vote. Justice Department wants to interview Jeffrey Epstein’s former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell. Hunter Biden accuses George Clooney of undermining his father in 2024 presidential election. Trump rehashes years-old grievances on Russia investigation after new intelligence report. Trump's Labor Department proposes more than 60 rule changes in a push to deregulate workplaces. US says it's leaving UN cultural agency UNESCO again, only 2 years after rejoining. US government employee banned from leaving China. Thousands of Afghans face possible deportation after court refuses to extend their legal protection. US organ donation system faces scrutiny and changes after reports of disturbing near-misses. Ozzy Osbourne, who led Black Sabbath and became the godfather of heavy metal, dies at 76. Billionaire owner of the Los Angeles Times says he will take the newspaper public in the coming year. A look at megafires as an Oregon wildfire approaches the 100,000-acre mark. US cruise ship passengers accused of smuggling drugs and detained in Bermuda. NY State police say a 9-year-old girl reported missing by her father was drowned. Video shows Florida deputies punching and dragging a Black man from his car. Wall Street ticks up to another record as GM and others show how tariffs are impacting them. Coca-Cola confirms a cane-sugar version of its trademark cola is coming to the US. Venus Williams becomes the oldest woman to win a WTA Tour tennis match in 21 years, Rich Hill becomes the majors’ oldest player in record-tying fashion, Rafael Devers debuts at a new position for the Giants, Caitlin Clark misses another game for injury, and more.  US Olympic and Paralympic officials bar transgender women from competing in Olympic women’s sports Big Ten's Petitti: No support for SEC's at-large bid preference for College Football Playoff. A front office member of Washington’s NFL team is publicly addressing President Trump’s demands for a name change. One NFL star is speaking out about his contract while another is calling it a career ahead of the start of league training camps. Heavy storms in northern Vietnam leave 1 dead, as Wipha weakens into a tropical depression. Thousands gather to protest as Zelenskyy signs bill weakening anti-corruption agencies. UN says booming solar, wind and other green energy hits global tipping point for ever lower costs. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Israel moves into central Gaza; the Pentagon orders 700 marines out of Los Angeles; President Donald Trump is hosting Phillippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to discuss trade and security; the Trump administration has released Martin Luther King Jr. case files;  FDA names former pharmaceutical company executive to oversee US drug program. Harvard seeks billions in funding restored at a pivotal hearing in its standoff with Trump. Malcolm-Jamal Warner, 'Cosby Show' actor, dies at 54 in Costa Rica drowning. What to know about a vulnerability being exploited on Microsoft SharePoint servers. Judge gives ex-officer nearly 3 years in Breonna Taylor raid, rebuffs DOJ call for no prison time. Over 5.2 million pools sold across the U.S. and Canada are under recall after reports of nine deaths. Father arrested in New York in death of 9-year-old daughter he had reported missing. Off-duty border patrol agent shot in a Manhattan park in apparent botched robbery, police say. A pilot made sharp turn to avoid a B-52 bomber over North Dakota, then took to the mic to explain. US stocks set more records as Verizon begins a big week for profit reports with a beat. General Motors profit and revenue drops, but it maintains lowered full year outlook. Venus Williams returns to WTA Tour one year after uterine surgery, an NL East contender signs a former All-Star pitcher, a 12-time NBA All-Star returns to Los Angeles, an NFL quarterback is set for season-ending surgery, Jerry Jones is staying put in the Cowboys’ front office and the Packers extend a starting tackle. USOPC asks for tweak of college sports bill to set minimum spending limits for Olympic programs. USOPC asks for tweak of college sports bill to set minimum spending limits for Olympic programs. Russian attacks in Ukraine kill a child and wound 24 before planned direct peace talks. UK, France and 23 other countries say the war in Gaza ‘must end now.’ —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: A Bangladesh Air Force jet crashes into Dhaka school; Japan's prime minister will remain in office despite his party's election losses; Iran will hold talks with the European Union over its nuclear program; a request to unseal the Epstein files may not lead to new revelations; Texas Republicans are set to redraw the state's election map; President Donald Trump says he will withold funding for a new football stadium if the Washington Commanders do not change their name back to the Redskins; and a Mississippi freshman in killed. Harvard is hoping court rules Trump administration's $2.6B research cuts were illegal. D-Day veteran and TikTok star 'Papa Jake' Larson dies at 102. Trump sues Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch over reporting on Epstein ties. Billy Long sworn in as IRS commissioner, taking over an agency he once sought to close. EPA eliminates research and development office, begins layoffs. Venezuela releases jailed Americans in deal that also frees migrants deported to El Salvador by US. Trump signs new stablecoin regulations into law, a major milestone for crypto industry. Tech company CEO resigns after controversy over video captured at Coldplay concert. Alaska Airlines resumes operations after tech outage grounds all flights. Suspect arrested after car crashes into post office and catches fire in San Jose, California. 3 people are still missing from deadly July 4 floods in Texas county, down from nearly 100. Man whose car struck crowd outside Los Angeles club, injuring 30, was shot, attacked by crowd. Family of a man crushed at an Atlanta homeless encampment sues the city. Man dies after large chain necklace pulls him into MRI machine. Woman, 66, is the 10th person to die after Massachusetts assisted-living facility fire13g Two surrogates speak out about California couple under investigation. Immigration arrest outside Oregon preschool rattles parents. Minnesota lawmaker convicted of felony burglary for breaking into estranged stepmother’s home. July is National Ice Cream Month and July 20th is National Ice Cream Day. Lawyer argues Call of Duty maker can't be held responsible for actions of Uvalde, Texas, shooter. Wall Street closes a record-breaking week with a quiet finish. Scottie Scheffler wins his second major of the year, the Brewers’ winning streak reaches double digits, Aaron Judge hits a milestone home run, Denny Hamlin doubles up at Dover, a former NBA Defensive Player of the Year is headed to L.A. and an SEC football player is killed.  Syrian government starts evacuating Bedouin families from Sweida in bid to end weeklong clashes. 73 Palestinians killed while waiting for humanitarian aid across Gaza, health ministry says. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: Trump mired in Epstein controversy as Wall Street Journal reports on 2003 letter. House Republicans grasp for response to demands for transparency in Epstein case. Trump urged supporters to see conspiracies everywhere. With Epstein, that's coming back to haunt him. Most US adults think the GOP tax bill will help the wealthy and harm the poor, AP-NORC poll finds. A Texas family clung to life on their roof, capturing the terrifying flooding in photos and video. 'Gas station heroin' is technically illegal and widely available. Here are the facts. The grueling 135-mile journey of a 66-year-old runner through one of the hottest places on Earth. The biggest piece of Mars on Earth went up for auction in New York. Astronomers capture the birth of planets around a baby sun outside our solar system. Native American teens kayak major US river to celebrate removal of dams and return of salmon. Romance bookstores and online groups give fans a sense of community. Osprey came back from the brink once. Now chicks are dying in nests, and some blame overfishing. Most teens — and girls especially — see college as key to jobs and life skills, AP-NORC poll says. A designer dressed Chappell Roan with seaweed. But don't expect to find the approach in stores — yet. After 3 years in Russian captivity, Ukrainian soldier proposes to woman who waited for him. German customs officials show images of tarantulas hidden in spongecake boxes after smuggling bust. UN rapporteur calls for global action to stop 'genocide' in Gaza. On this week's AP Religion Roundup, a Tennessee town corrects the record with its own play on the Scopes trial. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: The House approved President Donald Trump's request to slash $9 billion in spending; a poll reveals most people believe the new tax law benefits the wealthy; the IRS will get a new leader; global shares opened trading Friday higher; the European Union will impose new sancitons on Russia. Nationwide protests begin against Trump's immigration crackdown and health care cuts. Trump won't recommend special counsel in Epstein investigation, spokeswoman says. Trump will visit Scotland, where his family has golf courses, and will talk trade with Starmer. House sends bill regulating stablecoins, a type of cryptocurrency, to Trump. Trump is checked for lower leg swelling and diagnosed with a common condition in older adults. Urban League declares a 'state of emergency' for civil rights in the US in response to Trump. Just 1 in 4 US adults say Trump's policies have helped them, a new AP-NORC poll finds. Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' canceled by CBS, ends May 2026. Steve Miller Band says extreme weather is so dangerous it’s canceling its tour. Star-crossed singer Connie Francis, whose hits included 'Pretty Little Baby,' dead at 87. Puppies rescued from flood-stricken Texas arrive at Chicago shelter. An Idaho judge has lifted a sweeping gag order in Bryan Kohberger's quadruple murder case. Wall Street cruises to more records as PepsiCo and tech stocks rally. Juul can continue selling its tobacco and menthol e-cigarettes, FDA says. Funders commit $1B toward developing AI tools for frontline workers. Average long-term US mortgage rate rises to 6.75%, second straight uptick. Republican senators caution Trump against firing Fed chair Jerome Powell. Retail sales up a surprising 0.6% in June after a May pullback by consumers. US applications for jobless benefits fall for fifth straight week, hitting lowest level since April. American and English golfers are tied atop the British Open with a homeland hero lurking, an NFL record contract for an All-Pro linebacker, a rising receiver is sentenced to prison and the NFLPA head steps down, a nine-time NBA All-Star returns to Portland and the WNBA’s top star bows out of its All-Star weekend. Felix Baumgartner, the first skydiver to fall faster than the speed of sound, dies in crash in Italy. Syrian government forces set to re-enter Sweida province after renewed Druze-Bedouin clashes. Britain will lower its voting age to 16 in a bid to strengthen democracy. Zelenskyy shakes up Ukrainian Cabinet, appointing a new prime minister to reinvigorate war effort. 2 killed and several injured in Israeli strike on Gaza's only Catholic church. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX  

On today's episode: The Senate passed about $9 billion in cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting; the Justice Department fired prosecutor Maurene Comey; there were new Israeli strikes in Gaza; a tropical weather system is forming over the Gulf; dangerous lightning struck in New Jersey; and Prince Harry has followed in the footsteps of his mother. Federal lawsuit seeks to stop ICE agents from arresting people at immigration courts. First the shoes went back on. Now, at US airport security, more liquid in carry-ons may be at hand. Jill Biden aide invokes Fifth to decline testimony in Republican investigation. Trump says he's “highly unlikely” to fire Fed's Powell after floating that idea in private. Trump slams his own supporters who are angered over how his team has handled the Epstein case. US sends third-country deportees under secrecy to the small African kingdom of Eswatini. Officials downgrade Alaska tsunami warning after 7.3 magnitude earthquake. Ex-NYPD commissioner sues NYC mayor, alleging he ran police department as a 'criminal enterprise.' Feds charge 5 in Louisiana, including 3 current or ex-police chiefs, over alleged visa fraud scheme. New York carriage horse's collapse spurs a criminal trial. Stocks bounce back after Trump says it's 'unlikely' he'll try to fire Fed chair Powell. Largest piece of Mars on Earth fetches meteoric $5.3 million at New York auction. A former All-NBA star is bound for Los Angeles, Caitlin Clark misses another game, an All-Star break trade in baseball, the NHL releases its upcoming season schedule and a former major winner is banned by a historic golf club. Pro-Palestinian protester takes issue with Israeli team at Tour de France. A fire at a mall in eastern Iraq kills more than 60 people. Netanyahu's governing coalition is fracturing. Here's what it means for Israel and Gaza. Death of Australia's 'Outback Killer' leaves whereabouts of British backpacker's body unknown. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: The Pentagon is ending deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops in Los Angeles; Arizona holds primaries; Palestinians are crushed at a food distribution site; UK, France and Germany will resume sanctions on Iran in August if a deal on its nuclear program cannot be reached; and Caitlin Clark has become the face of women's basketball. Trump defends Bondi on handling of Epstein files. America's only rare earth producer gets a boost from Apple and Pentagon agreements. Capital One, Walmart A look at some of the consumer cases dropped by the CFPB under Trump. US inflation accelerated last month to highest level since February. Fire crews along Grand Canyon are trying to save cabins after loss of historic lodge. Federal grand jury indicts man accused of killing former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman. The search for those missing in catastrophic Texas floods resumes in some areas after pause for rain. What to know about the Massachusetts assisted-living facility fire that killed 9. Most US stocks slump, but Nvidia nudges Nasdaq to another record. Nvidia's CEO says it has US approval to sell its H20 AI computer chips in China. 'Severance' leads Emmy nominees with 27 and 'The Studio' tops comedies with 23 as AppleTV+ dominates. Vandals who cut down Sycamore Gap tree sentenced in England to more than 4 years in prison. The National League prevails in MLB's All-Star Game in Atlanta, the upcoming L.A. Summer Games could include major leaguers, the WNBA’s top star suffers an injury and a two-time NFL All-Pro cornerback gets a new contract. Russia launches new attacks on Ukraine with the countdown to a US peace deadline underway. Israel threatens to escalate involvement in Syria as a ceasefire collapses. Cuban minister unleashes criticism after saying Cuba has no beggars. The UK says thousands of Afghans have been brought to Britain under a secret resettlement program. Syria announces ceasefire after sectarian violence. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Mike Waltz will face grilling over Signal chat at Senate hearing for his UN role; the Supreme Court will allow the Trump administration to dismiss education department employees; a Colorado dentists murder trial begins; the Northeast is recovering from flooding after heavy rains; poet Andrea Gibson has died; and Cal Raleigh won the Home Run Derby. Trump administration says it won't publish major climate change reports on NASA website as promised. US imposes a 17% duty on fresh Mexican tomatoes in hopes of boosting domestic production. More than 20 states sue Trump administration over frozen after-school and summer funding. Boys & Girls Club programs threatened by Trump grant freeze serve thousands of families. Under fire by Trump over costs, Chair Powell seeks watchdog review of Fed building overhaul. Trump threatens Russia with tariffs if war on Ukraine isn't resolved within 50 days. 14 million children did not receive a single vaccine in 2024, UN estimates. Cuomo stays in NYC mayor’s race as an independent after losing Democratic primary to Mamdani. Suspect kills 2 women in Kentucky church after shooting state trooper, police say. Retired Army officer pleads guilty to sharing classified info on Russia-Ukraine war on dating site. Flames tear through assisted-living facility in Massachusetts, killing 9 and trapping residents. Elmo's hacked X account posted racist messages. Sesame Workshop is trying to regain control. Wall Street holds near its record amid doubts about Trump's tariffs. Starbucks takes aim at remote work, says some employees may need to relocate to headquarters. Cal Raleigh tops Junior Caminero to win the Home Run Derby, Shohei Ohtani and Gleyber Torres earn leadoff honors with Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal set to start MLB All-Star Game, an ex-NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year signs a big extension and a former NBA Rookie of the Year gets a clean bill of health. European diplomats discuss deal with Israel to increase Gaza aid. BBC says it is ‘untenable’ for Gregg Wallace to host 'MasterChef' after sexual misconduct report. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: There was a deadly fire at a Massachusetts assisted living facility; search and rescue will continue after flooding in Texas; President Donald Trump is offering more support to Ukraine; the BBC will no longer work with a prominent chef; season 7 of 'Love Island' concludes; and Sotheby's is having a natural-history themed auction. One year after Trump assassination attempt, changes at Secret Service but questions remain. Lawmakers visit 'Alligator Alcatraz,' but some wonder how much they'll get to see. Furor over Epstein files sparks clash between Bondi and Bongino at the Justice Department. US sanctions Cuban President Díaz-Canel and other officials for human rights violations. FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show. Trump announces 30% tariffs against EU, Mexico to begin August 1. Judge orders Trump administration to halt indiscriminate immigration stops, arrests in California. Trump tours Texas flood damage as the disaster tests his pledge to do away with FEMA. Trump administration sues California over egg prices and blames animal welfare laws. Son of ‘El Chapo’ pleads guilty in US drug trafficking case. Appeals court throws out plea deal for alleged mastermind of Sept. 11 attacks. Multiple people hurt in Kentucky church shooting; suspect killed, police say. Volunteers aid in the cleanup from deadly flash floods in Texas. A small Texas community where everyone survived flooding has sirens that warned them. Atlanta man gets more than 150 years in prison for starving daughter and abusing other children. Boeing settles with a man whose family died in a 737 Max crash in Ethiopia. S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite pull back from their all-time highs. Walmart recalls 850,000 water bottles after two consumers suffer vision loss from ejecting caps. World No. 1 bests No. 2 in colossal men’s final at Wimbledon, a former major leaguer’s son is drafted No. 1 overall, a longtime skipper surpasses 2,000 wins, a 25-year-old outlasts a Masters champion and a first-time major winner in golf and a decisive win to conclude the Club World Cup.  At Pamplona's San Fermín festival, a tiny minority of those who run with bulls are women. Israeli strikes kill at least 32 in Gaza as Palestinian war deaths top 58,000. European trade ministers meet to forge strategy after Trump's surprise 30% tariffs. At least 19 are killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza as war deaths top 58,000, officials say. Fuel to Air India plane was cut off moments before crash, investigation report says. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: What flood insurance does and does not cover. Intense downpours like those in Texas are more frequent, but there's no telling where they'll happen. Two of Texas’ biggest sports teams are coming together to make a major donation after a weekend of deadly floods. Investors snap up growing share of US homes as traditional buyers struggle to afford one. Justin Bieber releases 'Swag,' his long-awaited seventh album Hear the best songs. Veterans and civilians bond over beers and bluegrass at Nashville's American Legion Post 82. FACT FOCUS: Trump misrepresents facts about wind power during Cabinet meeting. How US views of immigration have changed since Trump took office, according to Gallup polling. Most US adults say child care costs are a 'major problem,' a new AP-NORC poll finds. US adults want the government to focus on child care costs, not birth rates, AP-NORC poll finds. American kids have become increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades, new study finds. A Vermont dairy farm was raided. The mixed messages from Washington since then have increased fears. Musk says he's forming a new political party after split with Trump over tax cuts law. Protesters and federal agents clash during raid at Southern California farm. Impostor uses AI to impersonate Rubio and contact foreign and US officials. 'Gas station heroin' is technically illegal and widely available. Here are the facts. Mattel introduces its first Barbie with Type 1 diabetes. Singer Chris Brown pleads not guilty to 2 further charges over London nightclub assault case. Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber will skip Home Run Derby the night before All-Star Game. Wimbledon blames human error for a mistake by the tech that replaced officials. Here's what happened. China's first Legoland opens to visitors in Shanghai. Scientists transplant crossbred corals to help save Miami's reefs from climate change. A beer pioneer, South Africa's first Black female brewery owner trains a new generation. Swiss medicines authority issues first approval for antimalarial drug for treatment of infants. Thousands gather in Srebrenica on 30th anniversary of Europe's only acknowledged genocide since WWII. Want to take a dip in Paris River Seine reopens to public swimming for first time in a century. German tourist found alive 12 days after she was lost in the Australian Outback. Pamplona holds opening bull run during San Fermín festival. Church deacon who helps stop a mass shooting receives a new pickup truck. On this week's Religion Roundup, the Christian summer camp community grieves after deadly Texas floods, and Pope Leo prays for urgency in the climate crisis. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: President Donald Trump sends tariff letters to 23 nations; Head Start will be cut off for immigrants without legal status; Texas Gov. Greg Abbott wants to investigate flooding in the state; Ford recalls more than 850,000 vehicles; Jane Birkin's original handbag sells at auction; and Kurdish separatists lay down their arms in Turkey. George Mason University faces investigation in Trump administration's anti-DEI crackdown. Another Trump administration slam against Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell. New Hampshire judge to pause Trump’s birthright citizenship order. As Netanyahu wraps Washington visit, progress on a Gaza ceasefire remains murky. US issues sanctions against UN investigator probing abuses in Gaza. Senate Republicans block attempt to roll back massive tax hike on professional gamblers. Uncertainty remains over whether U.S. bombs got deep enough underground to wipe out Iran's nuclear weapons labs. Rubio says U.S. and Russia have exchanged new ideas for Ukraine peace talks. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's reaction to an AI-generated attempt to impersonate him. CDC finds nearly 1 in 3 US youth have prediabetes, but experts question scant data. US has reclosed its southern border after a flesh-eating parasite is seen further north in Mexico. Freed from ICE detention, Mahmoud Khalil files $20 million claim against Trump administration. Gun makers lose appeal of New York law that could make them liable for shootings. Flash flooding that killed 3 leaves New Mexico village heartbroken, anxious as cleanup begins. Hundreds gather at high school stadium to honor the many lost to Texas deadly floods. Stocks close higher, nudging the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to more highs. Snap, crackle, sale Nutella maker Ferrero plans to buy WK Kellogg for $3 billion. Average long-term US mortgage rate rises to 6.72%, ending a five-week slide. An American upsets the world No. 1 to reach the Wimbledon women’s final, the Yankees overcome a late no-hit bid, two more stars enter baseball's Home Run Derby, the NBA’s top pick makes his summer debut and a four-way tie atop the Scottish Open.  Thousands celebrate baby hippo Moo Deng's first birthday at Thailand zoo. Brazil vows retaliatory tariffs against US if Trump follows through on 50% import taxes. UN investigator and critic of Israel's actions in Gaza tells AP she was shocked by US sanctions. European leaders announce new equity fund for Ukraine and urge investment even as war accelerates. UN says if US funding for HIV programs is not replaced, millions more will die by 2029. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: A tunnel collapsed in Los Angeles; President Donald trump imposed a 50% import tax on Brazil for its treatment of its former president; Russia conducted more airstrikes on Ukraine; a human rights court rules in favor of an Olympic champion; Elon Musk's xAI scrubs inappropriate posts after Grok chatbot makes antisemitic comments; and the NFL Players Association is appealing a ruling in a collusion case. Trump tariffs goods from Brazil at 50%, citing 'witch hunt' trial against Bolsonaro. Trump administration resumes sending some weapons to Ukraine after Pentagon pause. Biden's former doctor refuses to answer questions in House Republican probe. Trump promises West African leaders a pivot to trade as the region reels from sweeping aid cuts. The US is having its worst year for measles in more than three decades. President Trump suggests a deal with Israel for a Gaza ceasefire could come sooner than later. Focus on first responders' mental health grows as death toll rises in flood-ravaged Texas. 3 dead as flash flooding hits mountain village of Ruidoso in New Mexico, officials say. Ohio awards $310 million to US defense contractor for 4,000-worker advanced manufacturing facility. Gains for tech stocks push Nasdaq to another record. Chipmaker Nvidia becomes most valuable company in the world at $4 trillion. X CEO Linda Yaccarino resigns after two years at the helm of Elon Musk's social media platform. PETA sues American Kennel Club over standards for French bulldogs, other breeds. A 24-time Grand Slam winner will face the world No. 1 in the Wimbledon semifinals, a four-time NBA All-Star signs a new deal, the face of women’s basketball returns from injury, the Yankees part ways with a multi-time batting champion, a former NFL player and civil rights activist dies and more. MLB plans to use robot umpire challenge system in All-Star Game next week. Trump administration sues California over transgender athlete policies. Burning of fossil fuels caused 1,500 deaths in recent European heat wave, study estimates. Gaza doctors say Israel's killing of a prominent colleague leaves a hard-to-fill void. Russia batters Ukraine with more than 700 drones, the largest barrage of the war, officials say. Pope prays for world to recognize urgency of climate crisis as he celebrates Mass' using new rite. South Korean court approves arrest of former President Yoon Suk Yeol over martial law decree. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: A European court finds Russia committed violations in Ukraine; Palestinians hope for peace with Israel; Philadelphia workers and the city reach a deal to end a strike; Virginia's governor praises rescue efforts in Texas; and Peter Jackson is backing a de-extinction plan. Army will end most of its ceremonial horse programs and adopt out the animals. Trump on past presidents Ike was 'underrated,' FDR 'amazing,' Polk 'sort of a real-estate guy.' Gavin Newsom swings through South Carolina, where Democrats will play pivotal 2028 nominating role. Supreme Court clears the way for Trump's plans to downsize the federal workforce. Trump comes to Bondi's defense amid uproar from his base over Jeffrey Epstein files flop. Trump Media files for 'Crypto Blue Chip ETF' with SEC. Travelers may no longer be required to remove shoes before boarding a plane. Texas inspectors approved Camp Mystic’s disaster plan 2 days before deadly flood, records show. Noem says first responders in Texas 'still looking for a lot of little girls' missing after flood. House swept away as flash flooding hits mountain village in New Mexico. 10 held in Texas immigration detention center shooting that was 'planned ambush,' US attorney says. Wisconsin Supreme Court clears the way for a conversion therapy ban to be enacted. Wall Street ends mixed amid Trump's new tariff deadlines. Taylor Fritz sets up star-studded semifinal with Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon, a young Pittsburgh star joins baseball’s Home Run Derby, Caitlin Clark picks teammate in WNBA All-Star draft ahead of impending return, the NHL locks in its new labor agreement and more.  Russia fires a record 728 drones and 13 missiles at Ukraine, Ukrainian air force says —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX  

Program note: Hot off the Wire will return on Wednesday, July 9, after a short holiday break. Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: Truckers work on English skills as US proficiency policy takes effect. A Revolutionary War-era boat is being painstakingly rebuilt after centuries buried beneath Manhattan. 'Gas station heroin' is technically illegal and widely available. Here are the facts. These Canadian rocks may be the oldest on Earth. London's secret wartime tunnels are set to draw tourists with a spy museum and underground bar. Commuter traffic stops for whales on Australia's humpback highway. Flutes for Fido Volunteers play music to soothe shelter animals. Supreme Court limits nationwide injunctions, but fate of Trump birthright citizenship order unclear. Supreme Court says Maryland parents can pull their kids from public school lessons using LGBTQ books. Iran says level of damage to nuclear sites caused by US strike is 'high.' Trump says Iran must open itself to inspection to verify it doesn't restart its nuclear program. MAGA leaders warned bombing Iran would backfire on Trump. So far, his voters are cheering the move. Bipartisan bill aims to block Chinese AI from federal agencies. Key inflation gauge rose last month while Americans cut back on spending. Unemployment among young college graduates outpaces overall US joblessness rate. A wedding for the ages Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's Venice extravaganza. Who is Zohran Mamdani State lawmaker seeks to become NYC's first Muslim and Indian American mayor. Windows' infamous 'blue screen of death' will soon turn black. Wimbledon 2025 Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz give tennis two young superstars. 6 Americans detained in South Korea for trying to send rice and Bibles to North Korea by sea. A Supreme Court ruling allows religious objections to LGBTQ schoolbooks, and a new class of priests bucks a trend of decline. Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ lawyer mocks sex trafficking case in closing, says charges 'badly exaggerated.' How Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial has played out. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: President Donald Trump says the U.S. has signed a deal with China on trade; Iran says negotiations with the U.S. have been complicated due to the airstrikes; Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza; South Korea detains Americans for trying to send rice and Bibles to North Korea by sea; and the editor of "Vogue" is stepping down and changing roles. Senators diverge sharply on damage done by Iran strikes after classified briefing. Hegseth responds to an early intelligence briefing on Iran strike. Iran’s supreme leader warns against further American attacks in his first statement since ceasefire. Prosecutors tell judge government plans to deport Abrego Garcia to a country that's not El Salvador. Kennedy's vaccine committee endorses preservative-free fall flu shots. States can cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, the Supreme Court rules. Bill Moyers, the former White House press secretary turned acclaimed TV journalist, dead at 91. Prosecutor casts Sean 'Diddy' Combs as a criminal who abused others through power, violence and fear. Former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman to lie in state as suspect faces court date. US stocks rise to the brink of a record and recover nearly all their 20% springtime drop. Duncan Hines parent Conagra Brands says it will phase out artificial colors. Kroger plans to close 60 US stores in 18 months to improve profits. Average long-term US mortgage rate drops to 6.77%, the lowest level since early May. US economy shrank 0.5% between January and March, worse than 2 earlier estimates had revealed. A former baseball All-Star is found guilty of sexually abusing a minor, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani are named MLB All-Star starters, the NFL suspends a veteran kicker after sexual misconduct accusations, a pair of All-Americans are drafted early in round two of the NBA Draft and a shared course record at the Rocket Classic.  Buildings damaged as wildfire prompts evacuations near Athens. North Korea will open its biggest tourist site next week, though it's not yet welcoming foreigners. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned against any further U.S. attacks on Iran while President Donald Trump says there will be talks between the two nations next week; European Union leaders are meeting to discuss global and regional issues; Kroger is closing dozens of stores; Myanmar is cracking down on illegal drugs; private astronauts have arrived at the International Space Station; Mississippi executed a prisoner; and a meeting with the CDC alarmed pediatricians. President Donald Trump is insisting that U.S. strikes on Iran delivered a crushing blow to the Islamic Republic's nuclear program. Trump defends US strikes on Iran as intel assessment stirs debate. Trump affirms his commitment to NATO's Article 5 pledge for mutual defense. Trump meets with Zelenskyy and says higher NATO defense spending may deter future Russian aggression. Trump gets 'golden share' power in US Steel buyout. US agencies will get it under future presidents. Federal judge orders US Labor Department to keep Job Corps running during lawsuit. Kilmar Abrego Garcia to remain in jail while attorneys debate whether he’ll be deported if released. Iranian-backed hackers go to work after US strikes. Fed's Powell repeats warning about tariffs as some GOP senators accuse him of bias. US Rep. LaMonica McIver pleads not guilty to assault charges stemming from immigration center visit. Japanese court convicts a US Marine in sexual assault, sentencing him to 7 years in prison. Closing arguments are scheduled to start Thursday in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial. US stocks hang near their record as Wall Street takes a breath following two big days. Cooper Flagg is the new Maine man for the Mavericks as the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, a draft night trade sends a seven-footer to Phoenix, a two-time WNBA champion is released, a two-time Cy Young winner flirts with a no-hitter, the West champs ship off a veteran in hockey and a proposed 84-game NHL season is discussed.  Iran says over 120 homes destroyed, 500 damaged in war with Israel. Drone debris found in Ukraine indicates Russia is using new technology from Iran. Zelenskyy will sign off on special tribunal to prosecute Russian leaders over Ukraine. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Andrew Cuomo concedes to Zohran Mamdani in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary; the ceasefire between Iran and Israel appears to be holding; a private flight as arrived at the International Space Station; and new concerns over global vaccination rates. Federal judge orders Trump administration to release EV charger funding in 14 states. Powell says Fed rate cut is on hold even as Trump demands cuts. Early US intelligence report suggests US strikes only set back Iran’s nuclear program by months. Trump administration postpones classified briefings for lawmakers on Iran. Trump says whether he'll commit to NATO mutual defense guarantee 'depends on your definition.' President Donald Trump has a sleepover this week in the Netherlands that is, quite literally, fit for a king. UK says it will buy F-35 jets capable of carrying nuclear bombs. Carrier strike group embarks on a scheduled deployment amid Middle East tensions. Sean 'Diddy' Combs confirms he won't testify and compliments the trial judge for an 'excellent job.' NTSB Chair says systemic failures led to door plug flying off Boeing 737 Max plane midflight. Temperature in New York City reaches 100 degrees as eastern US swelters under extreme heat wave. Cargo ship carrying new vehicles to Mexico sinks in the North Pacific weeks after catching fire. Florida executes a man convicted of raping and killing a woman outside of a bar. Texas will put warning labels on some foods, but its additives list has inaccuracies. What to know about Alligator Alcatraz, Florida's immigration detention site in the Everglades. New York City closes arrival center for migrants in once grand Manhattan hotel. Man charged with supplying chemicals to Palm Springs fertility clinic bomber dies in custody. US stocks approach their all-time high as oil prices tumble. Americans' view of the economy slides in June, wiping out gains from previous month. A three-time All-NBA guard has a new deal in Dallas, fellow basketball stars Kristaps Porzingis and CJ McCollum are on the move, the sale of an NBA team is approved, a four-time NFL MVP says 2025 is likely his last season and an eight-member Class of 2025 in the Hockey Hall of Fame. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports. 7 Israeli soldiers killed in Gaza as Iran-Israel ceasefire holds. Porto celebrates the summer and a beloved saint with plastic hammers, sardines and leeks. Japan conducts first missile test on its own territory as part of military buildup to deter China. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: NATO leaders are heading to the Netherlands for a summit; Israel says Iran violated a truce; the final body has been found in Lake Tahoe after a boat capsized; and New York is planning a new nuclear power plant. Trump says Iran and Israel to have a phased-in ceasefire over 24 hours. The Republican attempt to discourage Trump lawsuits has hit a big obstacle. Iran responds to US attacks. Supreme Court allows Trump to restart swift deportation of migrants away from their home countries. President Trump floats regime change in Iran. The number of abortions kept rising in 2024 because of telehealth prescriptions, report finds. Health insurers promise to improve coverage reviews that prompt delays and complaints. Jury sees more sex videos as prosecutors wind down case against Sean 'Diddy' Combs. Early-season heat dome brings highest temperatures in years to parts of Eastern US. A Michigan church shooting Sunday that left the gunman dead and one person wounded. Early-season heat dome brings highest temperatures in years to parts of Eastern US. Florida condo owners will get financial relief under a new law. Man gets stuck in chimney while trying to get his dog out of a locked building. Stocks rally and oil tumbles as Wall Street hopes for a limited retaliation after US strikes on Iran. Federal Reserve's Bowman says rate cut should be on table in July. Elly De La Cruz’s near cycle helps Reds down Yankees, prosecutors request five-year sentence for embattled Rays shortstop, torn Achilles confirmed for Pacers guard in NBA Finals finale, NFL owner buys stake in Premier League side and an offseason NHL trade. Dominican prosecutors in Wander Franco trial seek 5-year prison sentence. Israeli strike hits tents sheltering displaced Palestinian families in Muwasi, Gaza. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: The latest news out of the Middle East following the US bombing of nuclear sites in Iran; there was a shooting at a Michigan church; Giants pitcher Sean Hjelle accused of abuse by his wife; and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. Here's how Iran could retaliate after US strikes on its nuclear program. GOP's food stamp plan is found to violate Senate rules. It's the latest setback for Trump's big bill. Mahmoud Khalil vows to continue protesting Israel's war in Gaza after coming back home. Verdict against a pardoned Capitol rioter is only a partial victory for a police officer's widow. Federal judge blocks Trump effort to keep Harvard from hosting foreign students. Supreme Court revives lawsuits against Palestinian authorities from US victims of terrorism attacks. Police Suspect shot and killed by a security guard after a shooting at a church in Michigan. Eastern half of U.S. braces for more long days of dangerous heat. 15 sets of twins are graduating from one New York high school. US stocks drift to a mixed finish as Wall Street closes another week of modest losses. Layoff notices delivered to hundreds of Voice of America employees. Purdue Pharma's $7B opioid settlement is set for votes from victims and cities. Billions of login credentials have been leaked online, Cybernews researchers say. The Thunder prevail in winner-take-all Game 7 of NBA Finals, Tyrese Haliburton suffers a reported Achilles injury, Kevin Durant is headed to Texas, Shohei Ohtani shines and LSU claims another title in baseball, a three-shot rally at the Travelers plus a third-time women’s major winner in golf and the U.S. wins Gold Cup Group D. Wisconsin, NIL collective sue Miami, allege tampering and NIL inducements to land football player. Cubs legend Sammy Sosa returns to Wrigley Field after 20-plus-year hiatus. Russian attacks on Ukraine kill at least 9 and injure over a dozen. President Lee picks South Korea’s first civilian defense chief in 64 years. Suicide bomber kills at least 20 in Greek Orthodox church in Syria during Divine Liturgy. 8 killed, 13 injured after hot-air balloon catches fire and falls in Brazil. Searchers recover 2nd body after rockfall near Canada's Banff National Park hiking trail. Fearful of Iranian missiles, many sleep in Israel's underground train stations. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: Smaller amusement parks hope for a strong summer under the shadow of tariffs Toy company challenges Trump’s tariffs before the Supreme Court in long shot bid for quick decision What to know about the COVID variant that may cause 'razor blade' sore throats Americans want Medicaid and food stamps funding maintained or increased, AP-NORC poll shows Could you eat this much ice cream after walking 1,100 miles Some Appalachian Trail hikers try AP lifestyles reporter explains the origins, benefits of chair yoga and its surge in popularity Long Island's last duck farm rebuilds after a flu outbreak forced the culling of its entire flock Rebuilding one of the nation's oldest Black churches to begin at Juneteenth ceremony Aflac finds suspicious activity on US network that may impact Social Security numbers, other data Denmark tests unmanned robotic sailboat fleet with tensions high in the region Food rations are halved in one of Africa's largest refugee camps after US aid cuts On this week's AP Religion Roundup, Charleston church massacre survivors commemorate 10 years since the shooting, and reconstruction begins on a black church as old as the United States. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: British lawmakers have begun debating whether to back a bill to help terminally ill adults end their lives in England and Wales; authorities in southern Mexico were still assessing damage and watching rising rivers as rain from the remnants of Hurricane Erick doused the region; Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to a charge related to the serious beating of a music producer with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023; Suga, a rapper and songwriter in the global K-pop sensation BTS, has been discharged from South Korea’s mandatory military service, marking the official return of all seven members from their enlistment duties; and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will impose new tariffs on U.S. steel and aluminum imports on July 21 depending the progress of trade talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump extends TikTok ban deadline for a third time, without clear legal basis. ICE agents asked to leave Dodger Stadium parking lot, team says. Trump has no timeline for a decision on Iran. Heat dome will blanket much of the US, with worrisome temperatures in Midwest. Juneteenth celebrations across the US commemorate the end of slavery. Hackers say they wiped out $90 million from Iran cryptocurrency exchange. Indiana routs Oklahoma City to force the NBA Finals’ first Game 7 since 2016, a major league pitcher is stretchered off the field, the world’s No. 1 and No. 73 golfers share the Travelers lead and multiple speeding tickets for a controversial young NFL QB. NFL widows struggled to care for ex-players with CTE. They say a new study minimizes their pain. Scheffler hits a perfect shot and plenty of great ones for a 62 to share lead at Travelers. Spain rejects NATO’s anticipated defense spending increase as 'unreasonable.' Europeans see a window for diplomacy as they meet Iran's top diplomat. Iranian missiles hit a hospital and wound over 200. Israel threatens Iran's top leader. Russia's economy minister says the country is on 'the brink of recession.' —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: President Donald Trump addresses whether the US could join Israel in its fight with Iran; Sen. Josh Hawley wants former President Joe Biden's use of an autopen reviewed; the AP reports the Buss family is selling a controlling stake of the Lakers; today is Juneteenth; and the NTSB has a report on May's small plane crash in San Diego. US resumes visas for foreign students but demands access to social media accounts. Supreme Court clears the way for temporary nuclear waste storage in Texas and New Mexico. Supreme Court work goes on with 16 cases to decide, including birthright citizenship. Supreme Court OKs Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for kids, a setback for transgender rights. 'Nobody knows' Trump won't say whether he will move forward with US strikes on Iran. Hurricane Erick strengthens to a Category 2 storm as it nears Mexico's Pacific coast. Karen Read found not guilty of second-degree murder, guilty of drunken driving in boyfriend's death. NYC mayoral candidate is arrested at immigration court after linking arms with man being detained. Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial takes a day off due a juror's illness. Wall Street ends mixed after the Fed says it's still waiting to see the effects of Trump's tariffs. Federal Reserve leaves its key rate unchanged but sees two cuts this year. SpaceX rocket being tested in Texas explodes, but no injuries reported. Amazon hopes to deliver 10,000 robotaxis annually with new factory, challenging Waymo. Average long-term US mortgage rate eases to 6.81%, the third consecutive weekly decline. US unemployment claims dipped to 245,000 last week, hovering at historically low levels. FDA approves the world's only twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV. Deadly listeria outbreak linked to chicken alfredo fettucine sold at Kroger and Walmart. Tyrese Haliburton’s health up in the air as the Pacers face elimination against Thunder in NBA Finals, a controlling stake of 17-time champion Lakers is sold with record valuation, a multi-time Pro Bowl defensive back signs in Baltimore, the Yankees end a three-game stretch of futility, an AL East team is in talks for a sale and more.  Ex-NFL player Ramzee Robinson sues Chiefs for wrongful termination, racial discrimination. Cheerleaders can now go pro Varsity Spirit's new league offers pay. South Africa opens a new inquiry into apartheid-era killings known as Cradock Four. Princess of Wales pulls out of engagement at Royal Ascot. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Iran warned the US to not intervene in its conflict with Israel; the Florida Panthers have clinched a second-straight Stanley Cup after defeating the Edmonton Oilers; Los Angeles lifted curfews; and Tom Cruise and Dolly Parton will receive special Oscars. Kristi Noem is ‘alert and recovering’ after trip to hospital over allergic reaction, official says. Senate passes crypto regulations, sends to House without addressing Trump's investments. Appeals court hears arguments in National Guard deployment in Los Angeles. Trump administration demands action from 36 countries to avoid travel ban. Padilla says in Senate 'it's time to wake up' after forced removal from Noem's event. Trump says the US knows where Iran's Khamenei is hiding and urges Iran's unconditional surrender. Senate Republicans seek tougher Medicaid cuts and lower SALT deduction in Trump's big bill. Threats to lawmakers are on the rise, security officials tell senators. Disgraced former Sen. Bob Menendez arrives at prison to begin serving his 11-year bribery sentence. Man who fired at gunman and killed Utah 'No Kings' protester was a safety volunteer, organizers say. Brad Lander, NYC comptroller and mayoral candidate, is arrested outside immigration court. Stocks slump and oil prices jump as Trump urges Iran's unconditional surrender. Kraft Heinz pulling artificial dyes from its US products in 2027. US retail sales fall and Americans turn cautious after spending early this year to beat tariffs. Florida clinches back-to-back Stanley Cup titles, Rafael Devers makes an immediate impact in his San Francisco debut, a Pacers star’s status is up in the air for the rest of the NBA Finals and Caitlin Clark sends the Fever to the Commissioner’s Cup.  Sabalenka apologizes to Gauff for post-match comments after French Open. Louisiana is poised to hike its sports betting tax to help colleges pay their athletes. Jay Monahan to leave next year as PGA Tour turns to NFL exec Brian Rolapp for new leadership. Firms led by US military veterans deliver aid in Africa and Gaza, alarming humanitarian groups. Israel strikes Tehran for a sixth day as Iranian casualties rise. UK lawmakers vote to decriminalize abortion amid concern about the prosecution of women. Experts say Iran's Natanz enrichment site more damged than originally thought. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Russian media says North Korea will send military construction workers and deminers to Russia; Russian drones struck Ukraine; Israeli strikes on Iran continue; President Donald Trump has left the G7 summit; wildfires lead to evacuations on Hawaii's Maui island; and the first artificial solar eclipse has been created by European satellites. US and UK say they've cemented a trade agreement that Trump calls fair for both nations. Trump muses about turning the G7 back into the G8 — or even the G9 with China. G7 leaders want to contain the Israel-Iran conflict, as Trump calls for talks between the countries. G7 summit opens in Canada with a focus on trade, wars — and not riling Trump. Wisconsin dairy farmer sues Trump administration claiming discrimination against white farmers. Juneteenth celebrations adapt after corporate sponsors pull support. Weinstein case judge declares mistrial on remaining rape charge as jury foreperson won’t deliberate. Leonard Lauder, philanthropist who globalized family cosmetic business, dies at age 92. Jury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment company. Trial opens for lawsuit against pardoned Capitol riot defendant over police officer's suicide. Prosecutors-Suspect in shooting of two Minnesota state lawmakers planned to target two others. Protester killed at Utah 'No Kings' rally was fashion designer from 'Project Runway.' Flash flooding kills 5 in West Virginia, rescue teams searching for missing people. Wall Street recovers from Friday's shock as US stocks rise and oil prices ease. Joey 'Jaws' Chestnut to return to Coney Island hotdog eating contest after contract dispute. Oklahoma City outlasts Indiana in pivotal Game 5 of NBA Finals, a Pacers star is limited by injury, Shohei Ohtani makes his much-anticipated season debut on the mound for the Dodgers, first returns in MLB All-Star voting and the first College World Series no-hitter in 65 years.  Black boxes from India plane crash under study to ascertain cause of the disaster that killed 270. At least 45 Palestinians killed while waiting for aid trucks in Gaza, health officials say. Death toll from an attack by gunmen in north-central Nigeria reaches 150, survivors say. Israeli opposition leader rallies behind Netanyahu's Iran operation, suspending months of criticism. Israel condemns black partition walls around its pavilions at Paris Air Show. Nuclear agency head warns of radiological and chemical contamination inside Iran’s main nuclear site. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: The conflict between Israel and Iran enters its fourth day; Spaniards protest over mass tourism; a German court has sentenced a Syrian doctor to life in prison; and the Boston Red Sox have sent Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants in a blockbuster trade. Anti-Trump demonstrators crowd streets, parks and plazas across the US. Organizers say millions came. Trump curbs immigration enforcement at farms, meatpacking plants, hotels and restaurants. Macron visits Greenland to show European support for the strategic Arctic island coveted by Trump. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz State lawmaker, husband killed in politically targeted shooting. Trump administration gives personal data of immigrant Medicaid enrollees to deportation officials. Feds to continue to detain Columbia protester, claiming he lied on his green card application. Kilmar Abrego Garcia pleads not guilty to human smuggling charges in Tennessee federal court. Judge blocks Trump’s election executive order, siding with Democrats who called it overreach. South Carolina executes a man serving death sentences in 2 separate murders. Jury begins deliberating whether Karen Read is guilty of murder in Boston police boyfriend’s death. Is Father's Day getting more respect Depends on who you ask. Oil prices leap 7% and Dow drops 1.8% on worries about what will happen to the crude market. J.J. Spaun’s 65-foot putt clinches his first major victory at the U.S. Open, a three-time All-Star and World Series champion is traded in a baseball blockbuster, a former first-round pick is traded in the NBA and the United States men’s national team earns a Gold Cup-opening rout. Ex-NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown facing attempted murder charges in Miami shooting. Iran renews missile attacks on Israel, killing 5 and wounding dozens. Cyclists hit the streets of London for a naked bike ride. On this week's AP Religion Roundup, London's Hindi community mourns plane crash victims and Pope Leo XIV makes fashion waves. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include: Welcome to kitten season, when animal shelters need all the help they can get. Peanuts or almonds? Rice or millet? Planet-friendly grocery shopping choices go beyond cutting meat. Indiana Jones' whip, Kane's Rosebud sled and Culkin's 'Home Alone' snow cap are going up for auction. Where's Marty McFly's guitar? Search is on for 'Back to the Future' prop 4 decades later. Military commander says 200 Marines moved into Los Angeles to protect federal property and personnel. Appeals court temporarily blocks judge's ruling to return control of National Guard to California. Trump administration gives personal data of immigrant Medicaid enrollees to deportation officials. US shifts military resources in Mideast in response to Israel strikes and possible Iran attack. NIH scientists publish declaration criticizing Trump's deep cuts in public health research. Study finds little agreement between Republicans and Democrats on media sources they trust. Emperor penguins show dramatic decline in one region of Antarctica, satellite photos show. Milky Way's chance of colliding with galaxy billions of years from now New study puts odds at 50-50. Ping, ping ping. Here's what it's like to drive into a big hailstorm in the name of science. Scientists say a record amount of seaweed hit the Caribbean and nearby areas in May. Video shows dolphin calf birth and first breath at Chicago zoo. Mom's friend helped. Consumer sentiment rose in June for 1st time this year as inflation remains stayed tame. The Black hair industry imports products from China. Here's what tariffs mean for braids and wigs. Who's that knocking at your door It's Anthony Weiner on a comeback tour. A quirky vegetable sculpture contest features a squash Donald Trump and a papal 'Cornclave.' Bustling crowds and bus rides are part of the annual peony pilgrimage to Michigan. Miss Atomic Bomb, the woman, the mystery and the man who solved it. When a fox says ‘help’ in London, there’s often an ambulance on its way. The AP reporters covering the Sean 'Diddy' Combs Case. First millennial saint Carlo Acutis will be canonized Sept. 7, the pope says. On this week's Religion Roundup, Gaza Muslims struggle and celebrate, and witnesses recall a antisemitic attack. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Israel struck nuclear and missle sites in Iran; an update on the Air India crash; a judge rules on President Trump's deployment of the National Guard; protests are planned across the nation on Saturday; Reds pitcher Wade Miley is accused in court documents of being the drug supplier for the late Tyler Skaggs; and the owner of a nightclub in the Dominican Republic is arrested. Trump administration tells immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela they have to leave. Sen. Padilla is forcefully removed from Noem's news conference on immigration raids and handcuffed. Democratic governors defend immigration policies before Republican-led House panel. Pete Hegseth says the Pentagon has contingency plans to invade Greenland if necessary. There was a testy exchange on Capitol Hill over the use of a public app by the Defense Secretary. Trump signs measure blocking California's ban on new sales of gas-powered cars. Trump says an Israeli attack on Iran is not imminent but is concerned it 'could very well happen.' Supreme Court revives lawsuit from Atlanta family whose home was wrongly raided by the FBI. Most US adults say Trump's military parade is not a good use of money, a new poll finds. Weinstein case judge declares mistrial on remaining rape charge as jury foreperson won’t deliberate. Wall Street ticks closer to its record after Oracle rallies. Massive Google Cloud outage disrupts popular internet services. The Oilers overcome an early three-goal deficit to tie the Stanley Cup Final, Winnipeg’s Connor Hellebuyck brings home Hart and Vezina, bogey-free J.J. Spaun tops U.S. Open leaderboard, the Mets lose their ace to injury and a former All-Star is accused of supplying drugs to a late pitcher. Also: Democrats criticize latest effort by Congress to regulate college sports as setback for athletes. Why 2 Chinese aircraft carriers are operating in the Pacific together for the first time. Russia's military casualties top 1 million in 3-year-old war, Ukraine says. At least 240 people, including those on the ground, killed in the Air India crash, official says. Israel says it deported 6 more activists detained on a Gaza aid boat. Netanyahu's government survives vote to dissolve Israel's parliament. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: An Air India plane bound for London crashes with more than 240 onboard; a UN nuclear watchdog board censures Iran; a federal court will hold a hearing Thursday on the use of military in Los Angles; and there are deadly floods in South Africa. Kennedy names 8 vaccine committee replacements, including COVID shot critic. Hundreds of laid-off CDC employees are being reinstated. Springsteen's Berlin concert echoes with history and a stark warning. US reduces the presence of people not deemed essential to work in the Middle East as tensions rise. Elon Musk backs off from feud with Trump, saying he regrets social media posts that 'went too far.' Veterans are divided over the Army's big parade, being held on Trump's birthday. Trump says US gets rare earth minerals from China and tariffs on Chinese goods will total 55%. Brian Wilson, Beach Boys visionary leader and summer's poet laureate, dies at 82. 2 men plead not guilty in New York crypto kidnapping and torture case. Families of those killed in collapse of Georgia ferry dock sue companies that built it Jury convicts Harvey Weinstein of top charge in the retrial of his landmark #MeToo sex crimes case. Not-so-hot pursuit of burglary suspect sees police cars chase tractor excavator at walking pace. Police arrest more than 20 people on first night of curfew aimed at protests in downtown Los Angeles. Wall Street's rally stalls as US stocks dip for their 1st loss in 4 days. Google offers buyouts to more workers amid AI-driven tech upheaval and antitrust uncertainty. Inflation barely rose last month as cheaper gas and cars offset some costlier imports. GM to invest $4 billion to shift some production from Mexico to the US. An unlikely hero puts the Pacers in front in the NBA Finals, the Knicks struggle to fill fired coach Tom Thibodeau’s vacancy, Aaron Judge goes deep again in another Yankees’ win and a four-time All-Star is named the NHL’s top defenseman again.  US Open: When it starts, how to watch, what's at stake, betting odds for golf's next major. Female athletes appeal landmark NCAA settlement, saying it violates federal antidiscrimination law. Deion Sanders says 'everything is OKAY' after not attending football camps in Boulder, Colorado. Anti-doping watchdog urges US authorities to shut down planned drug-fueled event in Las Vegas. At least 49 people have died in flooding in South Africa with toll expected to rise, officials say. Netanyahu's government faces possible collapse as the opposition seeks to dissolve parliament. Poland's Tusk faces confidence vote in hopes of 'new opening' after stinging setback. More than 55,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war, Gaza health officials say. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: Los Angeles continues dealing with protests over federal immigration policies; Elon Musk backs down from his feud with President Donald Trump; New Jersey held primaries for governor; a US representative from New Jersey has been indicted; and South Korea shuts down propaganda messaging across the North Korean border. A federal appeals court is set to hear arguments in Trump's bid to erase hush money conviction. Federal immigration raid at Omaha meat production plant sparks protests. Associated Press seeks full appeals court hearing on access to Trump administration events. President Trump aims to end FEMA. CNN correspondent and crew detained and escorted from Los Angeles protest zone. Hegseth faces sharp questions from Congress on deploying troops to Los Angeles and Pentagon chaos. DC prepares for Trump's military parade with 18 miles of fencing and 175 magnetometers. Sean 'Diddy' Combs' ex says she joined 'cuckold' sex marathons to feel loved by him. Weinstein jury pores over accuser's emails during deliberations. Chesapeake Bay health grade dips after hottest year on record and extreme rainfall patterns. Baltimore jail staff failed to protect a deaf man killed by his cellmate, lawsuit says. New York lawmakers approve bill that would allow medically assisted suicide for the terminally ill. US stocks drift closer to their record as Wall Street waits to see what US-China talks will bear. Sly Stone, revolutionary funk rock musician, dies at 82. A monster blast for Aaron Judge in a Yankees’ blowout win, a big day for Manny Machado in the Padres’ rout of the Dodgers, an NFL star skips minicamp amid a likely contract dispute and a former first-round pick signs, a two-time AP College Player of the Year undergoes surgery in the NBA and Lane Hutson is the NHL’s top rookie.  San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama heads to a temple in China for a few days. Matt Vogt once chose dentistry over golf. Back home at the US Open, he's learned he didn't have to. NCAA says online abuse related to sports betting declined during this year's March Madness. Mexican national soccer team changes hotels in Los Angeles because of safety concerns. Farewell letter found at the home of the Austrian school shooter but motive remains unclear. Russia launches another large-scale drone and missile attack on Ukraine, killing 3 and wounding 13. UK FM on sanctions against two Israeli ministers for 'inciting violence against Palestinians.' A school shooting in the Austrian city of Graz leaves 9 people and the suspected gunman dead. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: NATO is set to approve new military purchases as part of a defense spending hike; Russia launches a new series of drone attacks against Ukraine; President Donald Trump issues new travel bans; at least 11 people died in a stampede outside a cricket stadium in India; and the latest in the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs. US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding an immediate Gaza ceasefire. Trump orders investigation of Biden’s use of an autopen, claiming White House cover-up. Ex-White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre left Democratic Party, publisher of her book says. Judge says migrants sent to El Salvador prison must get a chance to challenge their removals. Spike in steel tariffs could imperil Trump promise of lower grocery prices. San Francisco leaders blast Trump for trying to erase gay rights icon Harvey Milk's name from ship. Trump tax bill will add $2.4 trillion to the deficit and leave 10.9 million more uninsured, CBO says. Both parties react to Elon Musk's response to the Trump tax cut bill. Pennsylvania is suing the USDA over cutting funding to a $1 billion food aid program for states. Trump says Putin told him that Russia will respond to Ukrainian attack on airfields. US- and Israeli-backed group pauses food delivery in Gaza after deadly shootings. David Jolly, a Trump critic and former GOP congressman, to run for Florida governor as a Democrat. Family of teen arrested on his way to volleyball practice asks immigration officials to release him. Vigil held for victims of Boulder firebombing attack as suspect's family fights deportation. 1 dead after severe weather tears through central US, including flooding in Texas and Kansas. Texas hospital that discharged woman with doomed pregnancy violated the law, a federal inquiry finds Washington man supplied chemicals used in California fertility clinic bombing, authorities say. Wall Street’s big rally stalls following some discouraging economic data. Ground beef sold at Whole Foods may be tainted with E. coli, USDA says. Harvey Weinstein doesn't plan to testify at sex crimes retrial. The Oilers strike first in the Stanley Cup Final, Novak Djokovic moves two wins away from his 25th Grand Slam title and Coco Gauff prevails at the French Open, a new coach for Kevin Durant and Devin Booker in the NBA, a 12-win team gets its first series victory in baseball and a costly miscue to open the Women’s College World Series finals. Gary Bettman says NHL-NHLPA talks on a new CBA are 'in really good shape.' Trump's support of Rose among the voices Manfred listened to in ruling MLB ban ended with death. FanDuel bans bettor over heckling incident with Olympic champion sprinter Gabby Thomas. A quiet Tiananmen Square anniversary displays China's ability to suppress history. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episodes: US immigration authorities detain the family of the man charged in the Colorado attack; 50 nations — but not the US — have gathered to discuss aid for Ukraine; South Korea's new president plans to open talks with North Korea; Iran's supreme leader criticizes US proposal; and McDonald's is bringing back a popular menu item. Musk slams Trump's big tax bill as Republican senators race to meet a July 4th deadline. Trump administration revokes guidance requiring hospitals to provide emergency abortions. Kennedy has ordered a review of baby formula. Here's what you should know. Fed lifts restrictions placed on Wells Fargo in 2018 because of its fake-accounts scandal. FBI says it broke up effort to bring toxic fungus to Michigan lab from China. Meta becomes the latest big tech company turning to nuclear power for its AI needs. The iconic Goodyear Blimp is 100. To celebrate, a flight over Ohio. Closing arguments at Weinstein retrial A #Metoo 'poster boy' or a predator. Sean 'Diddy' Combs feared footage of him beating his girlfriend would ruin his career, witness says. Colorado attack defendant backed off plan to kill all in a group he called 'Zionist,' police say. Boulder suspect planned to kill group he called 'Zionist,' but appeared to have second thoughts Authorities are searching for a Washington state father of 3 dead girls. Wall Street rises again as US stocks pull closer to their records. US job openings rose unexpectedly in April, a sign the American labor market remains resilient. Bryce Harper makes a triumphant return for the Phillies, the Rockies snap a record streak of futility and a Diamondbacks ace lands on the injured list, the Knicks make a coaching change after their best season in 25 years, Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek inch closer to defending their French Open titles and more.  Knicks fire coach Tom Thibodeau after Eastern Conference finals trip, AP source says. College softball players are turning up the volume during the Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City. World Boxing apologizes for naming Olympic champion Imane Khelif in sex test policy. South Korea’s main conservative candidate Kim Moon Soo concedes defeat in the presidential election. Gaza officials say Israeli forces killed 27 heading to aid site. Israel says it fired near suspects. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX

On today's episode: A liberal candidate is expected to become South Korea's next president; Poland's prime minister sets a confidence vote on his government; the latest on an attack in Colorado; and police in Portugal will start a new search where toddler Madeleine McCann disappeared in 2007. US growth likely to slow to 1.6% this year, hobbled by Trump's trade wars, OECD says. Trump pardons 2 divers who freed 19 sharks off the coast of Florida. Newark airport runway project wraps up early, so when will flight limits ease. Supreme Court to hear private prison company appeal in suit over immigration detainee $1-a-day wages. Supreme Court won't hear challenge to Maryland assault weapons ban. Trump asks the Supreme Court to clear the way for federal downsizing plans. ICE chief defends agents' use of masks, decries sanctuary jurisdictions. To prevent blackouts, Trump administration keeps an aging power plant online through summer. A colossal cloud of Sahara dust is smothering the Caribbean en route to the US. All international travelers should get measles vaccinations, CDC says. 'King of the Hill' voice actor Jonathan Joss fatally shot outside his Texas home. Stabbing attack at homeless shelter sends 11 people to hospital, man in custody. Sean 'Diddy' Combs' ex-aide says she was 'brainwashed' when she sent loving texts years after rape. Harvey Weinstein doesn't plan to testify at sex crimes retrial. Stabbing attack at homeless shelter sends 11 people to hospital, man in custody. Wall Street drifts higher as oil prices jump and US manufacturing slumps. Mike Trout turns back the clock with a big night at the plate, one of baseball’s top prospects is promoted, a 24-time Grand Slam winner makes French Open history as two American women advance, a Stanley Cup Final-bound star earns two major NHL awards, a new Madden cover athlete and more. Another runaway victory has a 24-time Grand Slam winner well on his way to a fourth French Open crown. Ukraine's drone attack on Russian warplanes was a serious blow to the Kremlin's strategic arsenal. Gaza officials say Israeli forces killed 27 heading to aid site. Israel says it fired near suspects. Sicily's Mount Etna erupts in a fiery show of smoke and ash miles high. China blasts US for its computer chip moves and for threatening student visas. Ukraine and Russia end their latest round of direct peace talks in Istanbul. —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. Theme music The News Tonight, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: ZR2MOTROGI4XAHRX