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A new report says L.A. hosting the Olympics may not be worth the cost. Why Santa Ana citizens are concerned about their city council approving police drones. Pasadena Humane is opening a pair of short-term fostering programs for non committal pet lovers. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Today marked the expiration of the last remaining nuclear arms control treaty between Washington and Moscow: the 'New START' treaty. It was an agreement, signed under President Obama, between the United States and Russia which limited the number of weapons each country could deploy on their missiles, bombers and submarines. In a 'Truth Social' post, President Trump said that the U.S. should pursue a new agreement rather than extend the 15-year-old 'New START' treaty. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Andrea Stricker, deputy director of the Foundation of the Defense of Democracies' Nonproliferation Program and a FDD research fellow, who says the key to a new arms deal must include more nuclear armed countries like China. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Supreme Court upholds California's new congressional maps. L.A. County moves to clean up drinking water in its jails. Experts have weighed in on whether California can achieve universal childcare. . Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Trilateral talks between the United States, Ukraine and Russia happening in Abu Dhabi with negotiators sitting down for another round of talks to try and end a war which will mark four years this month. The talks will discuss the full peace proposal, including planned security guarantees for post-war Ukraine and discussions of territory swaps. Meanwhile, Russia continues to carry out missile and drone attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure breaking a week-long truce during the coldest winter of the war. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Justin Fulcher, former senior advisor to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who says Russia's economic losses because of the war could be the driving force that ends it. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
L.A. County has a new action plan for extreme heat. While it's not quite extreme, we also tell you what this week's hot weather means for fire risk. LACMA can officially start selling alcohol later this year. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
The search for the 84-year-old mother of ‘Today' show host Savannah Guthrie continues in Arizona with increasing concerns that her life is in serious danger. In a news briefing with reporters, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos says Nancy Guthrie was abducted from her home in a quiet upscale neighborhood. The investigators involved have been very tight-lipped on detailing why they think foul play is involved, and who maybe responsible. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Bill Daly, former FBI Investigator and international security expert, who says law enforcement probably know more than they are letting on. If you have any information pertaining to this case, call: 1-800-CALL-FBI Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Immigration was a big topic in L.A. Mayor Karen Bass' State of the City address. Why the state is lagging years behind on after-action reports from major disasters. The state is suing Children Hospital of Orange County's parent company over stopping trans healthcare. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Tensions between United States' allies Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates seem to be ratcheting up with the central problem being Yemen. The two countries are supporting different factions in Yemen with the Saudis backing the recognized government, and the UAE supporting the separatist Southern Transitional Council (STC). It is coming at a time that complicates U.S. goals in the the region, and fractures a unified front against shared enemies like Iran and their proxies. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Mark Dubowitz, CEO of the Foundation of the Defense of Democracies, who says the Trump Administration has to get more involved between the two countries before a major conflict breaks out. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The American Red Cross has declared a severe blood shortage after the nationwide flu outbreak and widespread snowfall across the country. They say the national blood supply has fallen 35% over the past month with 350 blood drives from Oklahoma to Maine were cancelled because of the winter storm, which would have collected 10,000 units of blood. FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Dr. Courtney Lawrence, Division Chief Medical Officer of the American Red Cross, who says the shortage significant and is asking folks in good health who can drive safely to a donation center to do so. For more information or to find a donation center near you go to: redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RedCross Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Angelenos hit the streets as part of today's "ICE Out" protests. California lawmakers look to raise taxes on companies operating immigration detention centers. An LA County leader calls for the state to investigate the Palisades Fire. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Protests against ICE's actions are taking place across Southern California this weekend - find out where. A state court has ruled against Huntington Beach's controversial voter ID law. Orange County officials have approved a settlement on the Airport Fire. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
The clock is ticking on another government shut down as Democrats are refusing to fund nearly 80% of the government because it includes DHS funding. Leader Schumer is saying in order to move forward an agreement would need tighter warrant rules, a unified code of conduct for federal agents, with masks off, and body cameras on. Republicans are citing splitting DHS funding bill as reason to reject the latest funding package. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) who says there points of compromise in the spending bill but the mission of deporting illegal immigrants needs to continue. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
State lawmakers are trying to make it easier for Californians to sue ICE agents. We have tips from experts for legally documenting federal immigration operations. We remember Compton's own Shirley Raines, the founder of the Skid Row nonprofit Beauty 2 the Streetz. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
The clock is ticking on another government shut down as Democrats are refusing to fund nearly 80% of the government because it includes DHS funding. Leader Schumer is saying in order to move forward an agreement would need tighter warrant rules, a unified code of conduct for federal agents, with masks off, and body cameras on. Republicans are citing splitting DHS funding bill as reason to reject the latest funding package. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) who says there points of compromise in the spending bill but the mission of deporting illegal immigrants needs to continue. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Concerts and sporting events cost a fortune these days and Congress is taking notice. A hearing before the Senate took place to find a solution for the decades old problem that seems to be getting worse with junk fees, scalpers and resale bots. Representing artists is MAGA-friendly Kid Rock, who has been urging Congress and other federal regulators to crack down on ticketing abuses after standing with President Trump during last year's enforcement push. Also testifying is 'Live Nation' executive Dan Wall, who has been under heavy scrutiny as they are facing a major antitrust lawsuit filed by the DOJ. FOX's John Saucier speaks with FOX's Rich Edson, senior national correspondent for FOX News Channel (FNC) who monitored the hearing, who says there are multiple factors that surround the skyrocketing cost of live entertainment. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Citizens of Alhambra speaking out against their police department, saying officers are interfering with legal observers. Homicide rates are down in California in cities across the state. Governor Newsom is launching a censorship investigation into TikTok. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Concerts and sporting events cost a fortune these days and Congress is taking notice. A hearing before the Senate took place to find a solution for the decades old problem that seems to be getting worse with junk fees, scalpers and resale bots. Representing artists is MAGA-friendly Kid Rock, who has been urging Congress and other federal regulators to crack down on ticketing abuses after standing with President Trump during last year's enforcement push. Also testifying is 'Live Nation' executive Dan Wall, who has been under heavy scrutiny as they are facing a major antitrust lawsuit filed by the DOJ. FOX's John Saucier speaks with FOX's Rich Edson, senior national correspondent for FOX News Channel (FNC) who monitored the hearing, who says there are multiple factors that surround the skyrocketing cost of live entertainment. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dire warnings are being issued about the pressing need to protect the endangered Syrian Kurdish population under attack by government forces in the war-torn country. Both Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo have taken to social media encouraging renewed support of the Kurds after hints have been made our relationship with them has ended. The U.S.-allied Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) played a large role in dismantling the ISIS terror group's caliphate that spread from Syria to Iraq. FOX's Eben Brown speaks Qanta Ahmed, world-travelled human rights investigator and Senior Fellow with The Independent Women's Forum, who says the United States needs to immediately begin active support of the Syrian Kurds, a longtime ally. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kaiser nurses are staging an "open-ended" strike starting today. O.C. residents are speaking out about a hospital's decision to stop gender-affirming care for youth. Governor Newsom wants to give childcare centers affected by last year's fires a reprieve. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Dire warnings are being issued about the pressing need to protect the endangered Syrian Kurdish population under attack by government forces in the war-torn country. Both Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo have taken to social media encouraging renewed support of the Kurds after hints have been made our relationship with them has ended. The U.S.-allied Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) played a large role in dismantling the ISIS terror group's caliphate that spread from Syria to Iraq. FOX's Eben Brown speaks Qanta Ahmed, world-travelled human rights investigator and Senior Fellow with The Independent Women's Forum, who says the United States needs to immediately begin active support of the Syrian Kurds, a longtime ally. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The world marks Holocaust Remembrance Day on January twenty-seventh each year. It's the date when in nineteen forty-five the Soviet Army liberated the infamous death camp at Auschwitz-Birkenau in Poland. A new documentary now in theaters, 'Among Friends', tells the dark story of how antisemitism in Poland persisted after World War II, manifesting in violence and discrimination between 1944 and 1947, which resulted in over 1,000 Jewish deaths. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Yoav Potash, director of 'Among Friends', who explains why he felt needed to take on the project. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The world marks Holocaust Remembrance Day on January twenty-seventh each year. It's the date when in nineteen forty-five the Soviet Army liberated the infamous death camp at Auschwitz-Birkenau in Poland. A new documentary now in theaters, 'Among Neighbors', tells the dark story of how antisemitism in Poland persisted after World War II, manifesting in violence and discrimination between 1944 and 1947, which resulted in over 1,000 Jewish deaths. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Yoav Potash, director of 'Among Neighbors', who explains why he felt needed to take on the project. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that Federal authorities have arrested anti-ICE agitators after a mob stormed a church service in St. Paul, Minnesota. Bondi named Nekima Levy Armstrong, Chauntyll Louisa Allen and William Kelly as the suspects. FBI Director Kash Patel said the arrests were in connection with a violation of the FACE Act, which prohibits interfering with those practicing their religion at a place of worship. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Rep. Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) who says decisive action needs to be taken to protect churches from invasion by protesters or other such agitators. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hundreds of L.A. residents staged a walkout today to protest the Trump administration's immigration actions. The head of a local charity's been arrested for misuse of public funds. Jackie of Big Bear's famous bald eagle couple has laid her first egg of the season. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that Federal authorities have arrested anti-ICE agitators after a mob stormed a church service in St. Paul, Minnesota. Bondi named Nekima Levy Armstrong, Chauntyll Louisa Allen and William Kelly as the suspects. FBI Director Kash Patel said the arrests were in connection with a violation of the FACE Act, which prohibits interfering with those practicing their religion at a place of worship. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Rep. Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) who says decisive action needs to be taken to protect churches from invasion by protesters or other such agitators. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Monterey Park has paused plans for a data center after public outcry. Could L-A see a $30 dollar an hour minimum wage? Advocates have cleared a key hurdle. A judge has weighed in on the controversy around fire debris in Calabasas's landfill. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
A jury returned a not guilty verdict this week in the trial of former Uvalde, Texas school police officer Adrian Gonzales, who was charged with 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment tied to the May 24, 2022, Robb Elementary shooting. 19 students and 2 teachers were killed as officers waited more than an hour to storm the class where the slaughter was going on. Following the verdict, Uvalde families sat in the courtroom in silence with some wiping away tears. FOX's John Saucier speaks with FOX's Brooke Taylor, who says it was a highly emotional trial to follow with many just accepting the verdict while still wanting some accountability. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Despite public outcry, the San Clemente City Council voted to allow federal officials to monitor the coastline despite public outcry. L.A. Unified is set to vote on potential district-wide layoffs next month. Monterey Park decides tonight on a controversial data center. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
A jury returned a not guilty verdict this week in the trial of former Uvalde, Texas school police officer Adrian Gonzales, who was charged with 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment tied to the May 24, 2022, Robb Elementary shooting. 19 students and 2 teachers were killed as officers waited more than an hour to storm the class where the slaughter was going on. Following the verdict, Uvalde families sat in the courtroom in silence with some wiping away tears. FOX's John Saucier speaks with FOX's Brooke Taylor, who says it was a highly emotional trial to follow with many just accepting the verdict while still wanting some accountability. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
President Trump speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, said that the U.S. is the only nation that is in a position to control and secure Greenland. The President added he 'will not use force' to take Greenland but is convinced obtaining ownership of it will make the United States and the world much safer. He took to 'Truth Social' saying that a framework of an agreement for Greenland is currently being reached. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Lucas Tomlinson, FOX News correspondent reporting from the capital of Greenland, Nuuk, who says while the people of Greenland may not be too happy about the prospect, European nations could back the move. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thousands of volunteers will be fanning out across Los Angeles County this week to survey unhoused people. L.A. Councilmember Curren Price heads to court to see if there's enough evidence for him to stand trial in his public corruption case. Discovery Cube's new exhibit featuring the "Mickey Mouse Clubhouse." Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
President Trump speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, said that the U.S. is the only nation that is in a position to control and secure Greenland. The President added he 'will not use force' to take Greenland but is convinced obtaining ownership of it will make the United States and the world much safer. He took to 'Truth Social' saying that a framework of an agreement for Greenland is currently being reached. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Lucas Tomlinson, FOX News correspondent reporting from the capital of Greenland, Nuuk, who says while the people of Greenland may not be too happy about the prospect, European nations could back the move. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The House Oversight Committee has opened an investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar and her husband over financial disclosures of just two years that show a sudden increase in the couple's wealth. Rep. Omar filed that the financial firm owned by her husband, Tim Munett, Rose Lake Capital, LLC, that in just 2years the company went from an evaluation of $5-thousand to one of $25-million.The investigation comes as Rep. Omar is also embroiled in a massive fraud probe in Minnesota. President Trump weighed in over the weekend saying that that Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota should either be locked up in jail or sent to Somalia in a Truth Social post.. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Nate Foy, FOX News correspondent, who says the outcome of this investigation could obviously have major political implications for Rep. Omar. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LA County Superior Court Judge finds city of LA in violation of public open records laws. A one time billionaire tax is proposed. California Medicaid limits coverage for weight loss. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
The House Oversight Committee has opened an investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar and her husband over financial disclosures of just two years that show a sudden increase in the couple's wealth. Rep. Omar filed that the financial firm owned by her husband, Tim Munett, Rose Lake Capital, LLC, that in just 2years the company went from an evaluation of $5-thousand to one of $25-million.The investigation comes as Rep. Omar is also embroiled in a massive fraud probe in Minnesota. President Trump weighed in over the weekend saying that that Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota should either be locked up in jail or sent to Somalia in a Truth Social post.. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Nate Foy, FOX News correspondent, who says the outcome of this investigation could obviously have major political implications for Rep. Omar. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Trump Administration has formally launched the second phase it's plans in Gaza to end the war between Israel and Hamas this week. The next move is to shift from a ceasefire framework toward a post-ceasefire political and security phase for Gaza which includes the key issue of disarming Hamas. Another major proposition by President Trump is the establishment of a Gaza "Board of Peace" to oversee governance, reconstruction and long-term development of the enclave. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Eylon Levy, Former Spokesman for the State of Israel, who says the United States maybe moving too quickly to form a post-war governing body while Hamas remains armed. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Trump Administration has formally launched the second phase it's plans in Gaza to end the war between Israel and Hamas this week. The next move is to shift from a ceasefire framework toward a post-ceasefire political and security phase for Gaza which includes the key issue of disarming Hamas. Another major proposition by President Trump is the establishment of a Gaza "Board of Peace" to oversee governance, reconstruction and long-term development of the enclave. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Eylon Levy, Former Spokesman for the State of Israel, who says the United States maybe moving too quickly to form a post-war governing body while Hamas remains armed. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, once considered a protégé of Sen. Mitch McConnell, is now running to replace him. Cameron served as legal counsel for McConnell, who is retiring next year after four decades in the U.S. Senate. McConnell's departure after more than 40 years in office, leaves an opening for Kentuckians to elect a more conservative, Trump-loyal candidate. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Daniel Cameron, former Kentucky Attorney General, who explains why he is running to replace his former boss, Senator Mitch McConnell. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Greater Los Angeles Homelessness survey count commences. LA County union leaders and workers shocked over county CEO's $2 million payout. Filmmaking in LA may see an increase this year. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, once considered a protégé of Sen. Mitch McConnell, is now running to replace him. Cameron served as legal counsel for McConnell, who is retiring next year after four decades in the U.S. Senate. McConnell's departure after more than 40 years in office, leaves an opening for Kentuckians to elect a more conservative, Trump-loyal candidate. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Daniel Cameron, former Kentucky Attorney General, who explains why he is running to replace his former boss, Senator Mitch McConnell. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
L-A County looks to make a big reduction in homeless programs. SoCal Gas plans to shut down brick-and-mortar locations. How entertainment industry workers get financial and mental health services.Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
House Republican from Florida, Rep. Randy Fine, is pushing for Greenland to become the country's 51st state as President Trump has been publicly pushing for the Danish territory to come under U.S. rule. Rep. Fine introduced a bill this week that aims to authorize President Trump "to take such steps as may be necessary" to acquire Greenland. Leaders from Greenland and Denmark met with Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio this week as President Trump seems to double down on acquiring the largest island on Earth. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) who explains what is in his bill and shares how his own meeting with the leaders of Denmark and Greenland went. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The family of an L.A. man killed by an off-duty ICE agent demands answers. A new subway project between Westwood and the Valley takes a step forward. Highway 1 in Big Sur is finally open again, and we share the details. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Iranian security forces have escalated from pellet guns to live ammunition during the ongoing protests across the country, drastically increasing deaths that could be as high as over 10-thousand casualties. The situation for protesters seemed to shift after authorities imposed internet blackouts and cut off communication outside of the country. The protests have been fueled by anger over economic hardship, with rising prices and inflation but has expanded into a call for the end of Ayatollah Khomeini's rule and the return of exiled Crown Prince Reva Pahlavi who supports a secular-democracy. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Khosro Isfahani, Senior Research Analyst at the National Union for Democracy in Iran (NUFDI), who says the fall of this regime is just a matter of time, and explains why the exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi receives so much support. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LAFD's fire chief weighs on balancing accountability for the LA fires with moving forward from them. L.A.'s city council wants clarity on the federal government's role in the 2028 Olympics. Lady Gaga's playing a surprise concert in LA tomorrow night. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
The Supreme Court today heard arguments on whether states can bar transgender athletes from competing on girls and women's school sports teams, a national issue that has strong opinions on both sides. In particular, they considered rulings by lower federal courts that blocked Idaho and West Virginia from enforcing their bans, rulings the two states are now seeking to overturn. FOX's John Saucier speaks with John Bursch, senior counsel and Vice President of appellate advocacy with Alliance Defending Freedom, who says he feels confident the highest court will ban trans athletes from competing with others. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LAPD has booked the man accused of driving into a protest yesterday for reckless driving. The state bar moves to discipline a powerful L.A. eviction attorney. The Trevor Project is celebrates a multi-million dollar gift after federal funding cuts last year. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
President Donald Trump said over the weekend that Iran is "starting to" cross U.S. red lines, with reports of civilian deaths and Tehran cutting off all internet access to the country. The Associated Press has reported over 500 hundred protesters have been killed and thousands of others jailed, with those numbers expected to rise drastically. President Trump has said that the U.S. Military has many 'very strong options' to respond if the Iranian government does not stop using violence against unarmed protests. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with Daniel Flesch, Senior Policy Analyst for Middle East and North Africa at The Heritage Foundation, who says Iran's leadership is at their weakest point in decades, and the next move by the White House could be key to how things proceed. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Protestors all across Iran continue to take to the streets calling for the ouster of Ayatollah Khamenei in what is being called the most serious challenge to the regime in years. Tehran has cut off all internet and foreign phone calls as bonfires and debris litter the streets of the capital and other cities in the country. President Trump has warned that the United States would intervene if the Iranian security forces harmed protesters. FOX's Jonathan Savage speaks with Dr. Majid Sadeghpour, human rights activist and a board member and the political director for The Organization of Iranian-American Communities (OIAC), who says these intensifying protests are very much putting pressure on the Iranian theocracy, and they discuss how these demonstrations could possibly play out. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Greenland has reemerged as a hot topic in D.C. again with recent comments from President Trump fueling the interest. Both the President and military leaders saying that military action wasn't off the table to capture the resource-rich Arctic territory. President Trump even floated the idea the United States could buy Greenland from Denmark. The latest talk about acquiring Greenland has angered European nations who say only Denmark and Greenland can decide the island's future. FOX's Ryan Schmelz speaks with Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT), co-chair of the Congressional Friends of Denmark Caucus, who says such talk against a NATO ally is dangerous, and he shares his thoughts on the Minneapolis ICE shooting. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices