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    Afternoon Report: Thursday, June 19, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 6:02 Transcription Available


    One dead and another hurt after a plane crash in Beverly. Karen Read's second murder trial is in the books. The Tampa Bay Rays are going up for sale. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartradio.

    Morning Report: Thursday, June 19, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 6:38 Transcription Available


    The karen read murder retrial coming to an end with the jury handing down "not guilty" verdicts for second degree murder, manslaughter and leaving the scene of a crime,an iranian missile slams into the main hospital in southern israel, a deal finalizing the merger of u.s. steel and nippon steel is done.Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartradio.

    Afternoon Report: Wednesday, June 18, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 6:19 Transcription Available


    Karen Read is acquitted of the most serious charges in the death of John O'Keefe. Lawmakers are trying to limit any U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict. The State Department warns Americans not to travel to Iran for any reason.  Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartradio.

    Mid Day Report: Wednesday, June 18, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 6:22 Transcription Available


    Still no verdict in the Karen Read trial, President Donald Trump responds to the Iran-Israel conflict, and a preview of Red Sox's game against the Seattle Mariners. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Wednesday, June 18, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 7:39 Transcription Available


    Conflict rising in the Middle East, jury deliberations continue into day 4 in the Karen Read trial, and Gen Z's go-to shorts this summer. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Tuesday, June 17, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 6:45 Transcription Available


    No verdict today at the Karen Read retrial. Members of Congress take part in emergency security briefings, after the killing of a Minnesota state lawmaker and her husband. A California Senator says his arrest is a warning. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Tuesday, June 17, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 6:56 Transcription Available


    Jurors have questions for the court in the Karen Read trial, lawmakers net serious cash towards MBTA improvement, and it's time to rethink your passwords. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Tuesday, June 17, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 7:14 Transcription Available


    The Blue Line is back on track, beach bacteria may throw a wrench in your plans, and we await a verdict in the Karen Read trial. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Monday, June 16, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 6:23 Transcription Available


    The first full day of deliberations at the Karen Read retrial. Lawyers for Harvard and the Trump administration argue in court over the ban on foreign students. President Trump says Iran is running out of time. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Monday, June 16, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 6:35 Transcription Available


    We're now officially on verdict watch in the Karen Read murder retrial, Despite still being armed, the lone suspect in the two shootings at the homes of Minnesota lawmakers gave up without a fight, President Trump is scheduled to be meeting with the Prime Minister of Canada at the G-7 Summit, Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Monday, June 16, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 6:18 Transcription Available


    The Rafael Devers trade shocks Boston, The future of Harvard University as we know it could be on the line starting today, Researchers say more immigrants are on track to leave the U.S. than arrive in this country, Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Sunday, June 15, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 6:47 Transcription Available


    Politicians around the Country are condeming the Minnesota shootings, workers inside Fenway are growing restless, and many dads are celebrating Fathers Day on the golf course. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Sunday, June 15, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 3:47 Transcription Available


    It's day three of fighting as Iran and Israel continue to exchange airstrikes. A gunman remains on the run as two Democratic Minnesota State Legislators attacked in their homes early yesterday. Thousands of people crowd the streets of Back Bay for a duel purpose. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Sunday, June 15, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 6:35 Transcription Available


    Thousands packed the streets of the Back Bay for Boston's Pride Parade. Police put an early end to "No King" Day protests yesterday in LA. Happy Father's Day! Looking for food for Dad? Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Saturday, June 14, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 6:45 Transcription Available


    Tens of thousands packed the streets of the Back Bay for Boston's Pride Parade, President Trump's Military Parade kicks off in Washington today, and investigation is underway after a deadly stabbing in Milton. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Saturday, June 14, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 6:16 Transcription Available


    A public health alert is in Boston over potential exposure to measles, an arrest warrant is issued for former NFL star Antonio Brown for attempted murder, and some big changes ahead at next year's Grammy Awards. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Saturday, June 14, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 7:07 Transcription Available


    Israel and Iran trade missle strikes. Local health officials alerting the public in Boston about a potential exposure to Measles. The 2025 FIFA World Cup kicks off at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida with Ahely facing Inter Miami. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Friday, June 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 5:57 Transcription Available


    Jurors in the Karen Read retrial begin deliberations. Iran fires missiles at Israel, after the overnight attacks by the Israelis. The crisis in the Middle East has some international travelers concerned. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Friday, June 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 6:56 Transcription Available


    Closing arguments underway at the Karen Read trial, Iran sent counter attack after Israel struck its missile sites, and Fenway's concession workers vote on new union contract. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Friday, June 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 7:39 Transcription Available


    The National Hurricane Center said it will start using AI in its forecasts, closing arguments to take place in the Karen Read case, and Israel launched attack on Iran overnight. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Thursday, June 12, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 6:33 Transcription Available


    Flights resume at Logan Airport after a jet skids off the runway onto some grass. An embattled Boston City Councilor announces her resignation.  A California Senator is kicked out of Kristi Noem's news conference in handcuffs. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Thursday, June 12, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 7:04 Transcription Available


    Lawyers and the judge framing out jury instructions in the Karen Read case, 240 people dead after a plane crashed in India, and a major change in Boston's Pride Parade. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Thursday, June 12, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 6:55 Transcription Available


    Rescuers found a fishing vessel and two bodies in Cape Cod Bay, the defense rests its case in the Karen Read trial, and remembering the Beach Boy's Brian Wilson. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Wednesday, June 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 6:42 Transcription Available


    The defense rests in the Karen Read murder retrial. Beach Boys cofounder Brian Wilson has died. A partial verdict in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Wednesday, June 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 6:47 Transcription Available


    The Karen Read case continues with a crash expert this morning, protests continue in Los Angeles in opposition of immigration raids, and President Trump announces a trade deal with China. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Wednesday, June 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 6:37 Transcription Available


    Roman Anthony has his first hit in the MLB right at Fenway, teens with screens presents a social problem, and some guests would rather skip the wedding season. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Tuesday, June 10, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 6:49 Transcription Available


    A crash expert at the Karen Read retrial testifies he doesn't think John O'Keefe's injuries came from being hit by a car. The Bruins introduce Head Coach Marco Sturm. The state's drought is easing. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Tuesday, June 10, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 7:00 Transcription Available


    Karen Read's lawyers bring forth a pathologist to testify, a celebrity podcaster makes a scathing accusation about her time in Boston, and remembering lost children in Duxbury. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Tueday, June 10, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 6:46 Transcription Available


    Protests against ICE spread to Boston, a mistrial proposal once again rejected in the Karen Read trial and trying again to slim down the work week. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Monday, June 9, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 7:15 Transcription Available


    Hundreds rally in Boston against the response to the Los Angeles ICE protests. California announces plans to sue the Trump administration. A Plymouth family rents out goats for walks. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Monday, June 9, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 6:45 Transcription Available


    Los Angeles authorities try to regain control of the city, Karen Read reenters court, and parents share their game plan to avoid summer rot. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Monday, June 9, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 7:10 Transcription Available


    A travel ban goes into effect across the nation, swimmers in crisis off Plum Island, and a zebra on the loose no longer. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Sunday, June 8, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 6:47 Transcription Available


    Town employees in Lynnfield are temporarily off the job, President Trump sends the National Guard to Southern California in response to protests against ICE raids, and Boston is showing some appreciation on this World Ocean Day. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Sunday, June 8, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 4:54 Transcription Available


    National Guard Troops are now being seen on the ground in Los Angeles after President Donald Trump deployed the Guard members after massive protests over Immigration Raids escalated in Los Angeles. The President's spending and tax bill is before the Senate where more political wrangling over the big beautiful bill is expected this week. Rod Stewart cancels some of his shows. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Sunday, June 8, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 7:41 Transcription Available


    President Trump deploys two thousand National Guard troops to quell protests over Immigration raids near Los Angeles. Another plot twist in President Trump and Elon Musk's fallout. With the Red Sox trailing the New York Yankees by more than ten games, it doesn't look like much of a race in the American League East. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Saturday, June 7, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 5:52 Transcription Available


    Chaotic protests are underway in the Los Angeles area following ICE raids, a Central Mass. College student has pleaded guilty in a three million dollar hacking scheme, and for the first time in 70 years it is fight night at Fenway. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Saturday, June 7, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 5:58 Transcription Available


    Getting his day in Court, as Kilmar Abrego Garcia is back in the United States but, now faces federal criminal charges in Tennessee. Three seperate major ICE raids in Los Angeles turned chaotic yesterday. A woman who officials say caused a huge comotion on a recepnt Southwest Airlines flight to Phoenix is facing charges. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Saturday, June 7, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 6:55 Transcription Available


    Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to his native El Salvador earlier this year, was returned to the U.S. and is now facing federal charges. A chaotic scene in Los Angeles yesterda after three seperate major ICE raids were carried out. Authorities say a woman is facing charges for causing problems on a Southwest flight to Phoenix on May 22nd. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Friday, June 6, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 4:57 Transcription Available


    Kilmar Abrego Garcia is heading back to the U.S. to face charges, the Karen Read murder trial continues, and a Framingham farm opens for strawberry picking. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Mid Day Report: Friday, June 6, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 6:14 Transcription Available


    A crash reconstructionist continues to testify in the Karen Read trial, a federal judge temporarily blocked Trump's foreign student ban, and Marcello Gomes of Milford returned home after nearly a week in ICE detention. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Morning Report: Friday, June 6, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 7:28 Transcription Available


    Testimony resumes in the Karen Read trial, a White House bromance turned into a fued, and a sweet treat to satiate your cravings on this National Donut Day. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

    Afternoon Report: Thursday, June 5, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 6:38 Transcription Available


    A judge has released Marcelo Gomes on two-thousand dollars bond, Israel says the bodies of two Israeli American hostages have been recovered, new jobless claims have hit their highest level in eight months. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

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