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Charlie Kirk's killer was caught and the FBI held a press conference about it. We'll take you to that, plus bring in a criminologist, and other experts to discuss what's next.

Charlie Kirk was killed on a college campus the same week that Donald Trump said new guidance would protect prayer in school, and test scores showed that America's kids are falling behind in education amid ongoing security threats. In Buffalo, schools have armed guards here in the hallways. But it's not all dark because LSU's 66-year old freshman wants to inspire. Here's the latest.

Charlie Kirk was a flashpoint, a man with a giant platform who introduced young people across the United States to politics. And he was shot in the throat while speaking on a Utah campus. Here are views on what happened and where we go from here from Audacy's newsrooms across the country.

Many health professionals are steaming mad about what's going on in the Trump Administration where vaccines are concerned as new guidelines are confusing, at best, and leave people wondering what to do. There's so much turmoil and conflicting information that CVS is requiring prescriptions for some vaccines in some states.

Donald Trump has been busy lately, but is he really working himself to death? Here's more on reaction to that, plus his plans for Chicago and why he dropped Kamala Harris' Secret Service protection.

Labor Day is over, which means it's officially back to school for all of America. Here, we dive into the latest in topics, including tech that can save lives ... and shorten lifespans. Plus, how much help with homework is okay and how to teach your kids about AI.

Washington DC is amidst its longest stretch without murders in recent history under federal intervention ordered by Donald Trump as he wonders aloud if San Francisco, Chicago and other big cities will be next, and many raise questions over his firing of a member of the Federal Reserve.

Listen to live coverage from legendary station WWL Radio during Hurricane Katrina and then hear analysis from experts talking to WWL's Newell Normand on what it took -- and will still take -- to bring New Orleans back to the city it should be.

Catch up on the latest of what happened after the president of Ukraine visited the White House following President Donald Trump's peace talks with Russian president Vladimir Putin. Military experts and journalists weigh in on what to expect next as an analysis brings up a question: Did this all unfold because Barack Obama didn't intervene when Putin captured Crimea?

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are meeting today in Alaska to talk about the possibility of peace in Russia's war against Ukraine. One analyst says the word 'no' is Trump's most powerful weapon ... But will he use it? Also, CBS' Major Garrett has tips on what to watch for in the meeting.

Here are the facts, darn facts and opinions about President Donald Trump ordering the National Guard into Washington D.C., a move some believe underscores his totalitarian tendencies and others believe is a much-needed security measure for a key place in America.

On Deadline is a deep dive into a single topic from Audacy's newsrooms across the country. Today, we're talking about money, and why everything from electricity to steaks on the grill cost so much. Plus, get the latest on AI pricing and how it affects you. On Deadline is written and produced by Christy Strawser and Lauren Barry.

A new report shows that housing costs are higher than at any other point in history ... which has many people wondering if it's time to reevaluate the American dream. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.

Redistricting, not a word that sounds all that sexy until you find out what it means for everything from Medicaid payments to tax rates. President Donald Trump pushes for Texas to gain five seats for the GOP, and here's what that would mean for the rest of us.

Housing prices, retailer perception, tariffs, gas -- what's going on in this topsy turvy US economy? Here's a mid-year look at key indicators. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.

Elon Musk and Donald Trump have broken up, but what does that mean for the efforts of DOGE to shrink the size of government. Trump won legal battles this week to slash the Department of Education and cull the federal workforce as a whole ... but will he keep winning?

At least 89 people are dead in Texas after flash floods tore through over July 4th, wreaking havoc in the region and killing girls at a popular summer camp. Get the latest updates and insight from Texas leaders and reporters on the ground for KRLD Radio in Dallas, Texas.

Parts of the Midwest and the East Coast hit 100 degrees this week. So, is this a harbinger of a scorching hot summer? Get a look at life on the hot city streets, plus ways to beat the heat, keep your lawn and garden fresh. And we also look back at summers past and the legacy of "Jaws."

President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire was reached between Israel and Iran ... and then more bombs were dropped. On Deadline takes a look at the latest, plus how MAGA reacted to US intervention, the latest on the budget battle and the Golden Gate Bridge tries to get un-woke. On Deadline is produced by Lauren Barry and Christy Strawser.

Iran hit a U.S. military bases in Qatar in an obvious retaliation to this weekend's bombing of Iran nuclear sites by the United States. So, how many more retaliations should we expect, and how else will this conflict in the Middle East affect Americans? On Deadline is produced by Lauren Barry and Christy Strawser.

President Donald Trump abruptly left the G7 Summit for the situation room amidst the back and forth strikes between Iran and Israel.CBS business analyst Jill Schlisenger said the G7 is a moment where countries try to seal some deals on trade, and it ended with lots of uncertainty on many fronts including Trump's ever-changig tariff landscape and the sudden emergence of another Middle East conflict. That conflict could start to create inflation and impact oil prices. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser

A detailed 20-page complaint filed by federal prosecutors reveals chilling details about the actions by Vance Boelter, the suspect in targeted, political shootings that left former Minnesota Speaker of the House Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark dead, and State Senator John Hoffman and his wife seriously injured. Here's reaction from local hosts on WCCO in Minneapolis, plus commentary on our overly hot political climate in the US, and how we can prevent this from happening again.

The fight between Donald Trump and Gavin Newsom is about the rights of the federal government versus state's rights. But on another level, the fuel fanning this conflagration is a long-simmering debate … It's a debate about immigration with dividing lines falling along whether mass deportations are a goal, if birthright citizenship should be overturned … and whether people who came here years ago and are productive members of American society should get a path to citizenship. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.

Just when the feud between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk began to lower to a simmer, Trump bared arms and egos with another man. California Governor Gavin Newsom. Here's a look at the latest from experts, pundits on both sides of the aisle, and people on the scene. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.

As the summer of 2025 kicks off, we're wondering what it's going to look like in terms of risky weather patterns and dangerous storms and wondering if we'll have enough warning to save lives. On Deadline is hosted by Lauren Barry and produced by Lauren Barry and Christy Strawser.

Former President Joe Biden revealed that he has an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread into his bones, which has raised questions about whether medical guidelines about the screening of older men should be revisited and if Biden and his team kept the diagnosis a secret while he was president. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.

Donald Trump promised this week that he has a plan to force drug companies to lower prices for struggling Americans, but not everyone is on board. Here's a review of the plan from experts. On Deadline is hosted and produced by Lauren Barry and produced by Christy Strawser.

Hey everybody! It's our show's finale and we're talking about a job that Mike wishes he knew about earlier: master builder at LEGOLAND. Do you ever wonder how they build those cityscapes or dinosaurs? Or what kind of test you have to take to get such a fun gig? They go through millions of bricks and we're taking a tour of the workshop! Thanks for listening over all these weeks!

It's a museum day for us! We're headed to the Getty Center to talk to a team that tries to protect some of the priceless art from earthquake damage. Did you know that piece from antiquity in front of you might actually be on rollers? And some of them have ankle problems. We'll also dust off some really old books and talk about how the Middle Ages get a pretty bad rap.

Have you ever seen a surfing dog? Hanging ten with their paws? One of the top dogs out there is named Carson and we're going to meet up with him and Jill Nakano -- a surf dog instructor. We'll learn how all this started for these two champs, about how to get a pup on a board and about surf dog competitions. Get your Instagram pictures!

Join us for a trip to an LA original this week: the Original Los Angeles Flower Market downtown. If you can grow it -- and if it smells good -- this is where you'll find it. Florists come from all over town and go through millions of stems a year. Did you know flowers are like fashion? What do you think is "trendy" right now? We'll meet the man in charge and a second-generation vendor.

Our little show is back for a final five episodes and today we're heading out to The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College. It's where students go to get degrees in animal care by getting hands on experience with all sorts of things with hooves, claws and feathers. We'll meet a pretty chatty bird -- he can introduce himself -- and get up close with some big cats!  For more info about the school, head here: https://www.moorparkcollege.edu/current-students/teaching-zoo/home

We're headed to a ranch today to meet up with Dr. Katie Nenn. She's a large animal veterinarian and runs NENN Equine. This started as an episode on animal dentistry (horse mouthwash is a thing that exists) but Dr. Nenn tells us about all sorts of animals that you wouldn't expect to find in Southern California. Look for the team from NENN on TV soon, they're working on a new show.

Dress like a flower! We're taking a trip to the Natural History Museum of LA County today so we can check out the "Butterfly Pavilion." It's something that happens over a few months and it's a chance to learn about all sorts of butterflies. Why do we need them? Are they really that delicate? And how does a caterpillar turn into a butterfly? We're back with a previous guest from the old "I've Got Questions" podcast -- spread your wings and enjoy!

Have you ever been to a party or a wedding that had an ice sculpture? Was it some sort of dolphin? Maybe a swan? What about a giraffe or an astronaut? On this episode, we're headed to LA Ice Art to meet Rex Covington. He's been carving ice since the 1980's and he's one of the best around. We'll hear about some of the biggest pieces he's done and about how he forms that ice from a 300lb block into a work of art. For more on Rex and his sculptures: https://laiceart.com/

Get ready to get weird! We're headed to the "Oddities and Curiosities Expo" this week to take a walk on the darker side. We'll see booths with taxidermy, boxes full of creepy dolls, paintings of clowns, quack medical devices, soap named after serial killers, and funeral... collectibles? The expo is a traveling show that goes across the US and Australia. It started small but now draws more than 15,000 people each weekend. Take a look: odditiesandcuriositiesexpo.com

Time to head to LAX ... but not to catch a flight. We're paying a visit to LSG Sky Chefs, one of the largest companies that provides catering to airlines. It's a huge operation that runs 24/7 and cooks up 15,000 meals each day. How is all that food prepared? How fresh is it? What are they eating up there in First Class? We'll take a look at how menus have changed over time and do a full tour from the kitchen right out to the tarmac.

Come shopping with us at the Santa Monica Farmer's Market so we can get some plants at Logan's Gardens! Logan Williams and his father have one of the only black-owned nurseries in Los Angeles and they sell things you probably haven't heard of before. We'll do some tomato talk, explore leafy greens that have a kick and take you through their mint varieties -- berries and cream, anyone? Apple? They have 80 of them! You can find Logan's Gardens Wednesdays and Saturdays in Santa Monica and at the Hollywood Farmer's Market on Sundays.

Put on your costume and grab a turkey leg because it's time for the Ren Faire! We're headed out to Irwindale for the Original Renaissance Pleasure Faire. We'll watch some jousting, check out the shops, learn about glass blowing and fencing -- and maybe have a cup or two of mead.  If you're catching this episode when it posts, find tickets for the final two weekends here: https://renfair.com/socal/

You break it, you buy it? On this episode, Mike visits Fine Art Restoration to put some things back together. The owner,  Henri Laborde, works with everyone from moving companies to museums and some of the pieces he repairs are worth thousands of dollars. Others are just sentimental. This is our last episode for this round, so send us ideas: doyouworkhere@knxnews.com. Thanks!

Were the greens at your grocery store grown by a robot? If it says "Plenty" on the packaging, then yes! We take a visit to an indoor vertical farm in Compton. We'll be surrounded by big mechanical arms, grow lights, and towers full of spinach, kale, arugula and lettuce. These plants never touch human hands ... just robo-fingers.

Safety first, but we're going to blow some stuff up! For this week's episode, we're with the operators of a professional fireworks show in Manhattan Beach. We'll learn that most designers start with the soundtrack or finale first and then work backwards. And we'll hear about how most fireworks are named after flowers. No radio reporters were harmed in the taping of this podcast.