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Mark Thompson has a wide-ranging final hour. He opens with the story of an LA honor student wrongfully deported under President Trump's immigration crackdown, and questions growing Republican calls for expanded federal control—particularly over D.C. Then, Stef Foosh drops in to talk rideshare realities before Mark shares his epic tale of evacuating with his cats and permanently "upgrading" his car's interior with the scent of cat pee—until a corpse-grade odor eliminator saved the day. Mark also reacts to a wild CalMatters scoop: State Farm issued a $900K check to a fire survivor that bounced. Plus, what's going on with Newsom's presidential play in South Carolina? And Disneyland's Haunted Mansion is going dark… for now.

Mark Thompson opens the hour with Axios reporter Russell Contreras, who shares his on-the-ground reporting on ICE raids in Los Angeles and the disproportionate impact on Mexican American communities. Then, ER doc, Dr. Michael Daignault joins to sound the alarm on the resurgence of measles in the U.S., tying the spike to growing vaccine skepticism fueled by movements like MAHA. Mark also digs into the surprise resignation of X (formerly Twitter) CEO Linda Yaccarino amid AI controversies, and closes the hour debating LA's suspiciously low murder rate—miracle or manipulation?

Mark Thompson kicks off the show with ABC's Alex Stone, diving into the headline-grabbing robbery of Joe Burrow's home and the quarterback's surprising reaction as revealed in a new Netflix doc. Then, Mark unpacks President Trump's awkward moment during a meeting with Liberia's president, highlighting a major gaffe on the country's official language. KFI's Heather Brooker joins to talk about her exclusive Comic-Con coverage, the hottest cosplay trends, and her new podcast Entertain Me. The hour wraps with a box office breakdown—can Superman finally dethrone Jurassic Park?

(July 10, 2025)Heather Brooker and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Some Texas flood alerts were delayed as officials waited for authorization, former Kerr County official says. Child killed, others injured after tree branch falls on group at summer camp in Calabasas. Los Angeles firefighters help rescue at least 31 workers trapped after tunnel collapse in Wilmington.

(July 10, 2025)As L.A. reels, the White House sees ‘grand success' in crackdown tactics with no end in sight. California wants new education requirements for police officers. Will this make it more difficult to recruit? The Trevor Project suicide prevention hotline for LGBTQ youth may soon go silent.

(July 10, 2025)Trump hires scientists who doubt the consensus on climate change.Prices are starting to rise because of tariffs and economists say this is just the beginning. Why can't Americans buy the world's best electric car? Stephen Miller finally gets his revenge on L.A. The host of ‘Later with Mo Kelly' joins Bill to talk about Superman opening this weekend is expected to make over $200MIL.

Heather Brooker hosts your Thursday Wake Up Call. ABC News NATIONAL REPORTER Jim Ryan opens the show discussing the relief efforts in Central Texas. ABC News White House correspondent talks about new proposed Russia sanctions.  Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe shares the latest regarding business and Wall Street. The show closes with Heather sharing a Cat Con preview.  

Mark dives into the conspiracy theories surrounding the Epstein files, playing clips from Tucker Carlson, Dan Bongino, and Attorney General Pam Bondi. Then, a wild story out of Las Vegas: a widow sues the Palazzo hote l after her husband dies of a fentanyl overdose allegedly tied to a sex worker—Mark breaks down the liability. Later, a warning about CBD's possible link to liver damage. And finally, Mark unpacks the political optics of the ICE raids at MacArthur Park and revisits Trump's bold claim about deterring Putin with threats of bombing Moscow.

Mark kicks off hour 2 with Axios Reporter, Kerry Flynn, and they talk about CNN updating its FAST (Free ad-supported streaming television) channel with new host, Brad Smith, and will offer bite-sized and continuing news clips. Kerry unpacks it for us and explains how it will be a refreshed offering of CNN Headlines with exclusive programming. The FAST networks are gaining in crowd as we have ‘cord-nevers' aka people who never subscribed to cable. They also discuss how Max will yet again become HBO Max, and CNN is trying to leverage their brand to reach younger audiences where they are.

Mark Thompson fills in for Tim Conway Jr. and dives into the major stories shaping the day. ABC's Alex Stone joins to explain why TSA is phasing out the shoe-removal requirement—even for non-Precheck fliers. Then, Mark breaks down Mayor Karen Bass's pushback against recent ICE raids in MacArthur Park, including her newly announced lawsuit to halt federal enforcement actions in LA. KFI's Michael Monks joins with his take as a Downtown LA resident and what the ICE presence means for locals. Mark wraps the hour with heartbreaking updates on the deadly flooding in Texas as the situation worsens.

(July 08, 2025)The Texas flood blame game is a distraction. Why Americans can't buy the world's best electric car. Dr. Jim Keany, Chief Medical Officer at Dignity Health St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Bill about tick season being really bad this year and the bet ways to hydrate in this heat wave… some say milk is better than water.

(July 08, 2025)City of Los Angeles on pace for the lowest homicide total in nearly 60 years. The City and County of Los Angeles seek to join lawsuit to stop immigration raids. Epstein Files: Annoyance at Bondi's handling of case grows inside and outside the White House. RFK Jr's battle against food dyes hits a roadblock… M&M's.

(July 08, 2025)Heather Brooker and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. L.A., Pasadena, others seek to koin lawsuit to stop ‘unconstitutional' immigration raids. Texas inspectors approved Camp Mystic's disaster plan 2 days before deadly flood, records show. Ukraine aid: Hegseth did not inform the White House before he authorized a pause on weapon shipments, sources say. Epstein Files: Annoyance at Bondi's handling of case grows inside and outside the White House.

Texas flood rescue teams continue to search for scores of missing people as death toll climbs / 3 dead after floods in Ruidoso, New Mexico, Sweep Away Homes. Epstein files: Annoyance at Bondi's handling of case grows inside and outside the White House.

Micheal Monks joins Mo Kelly to talk about the lawsuit brought on by L.A against Trump administration's Immigration raids. Comicon updates with Heather Brooker! L.A. on pace to see lowest homicide total in nearly 60 years as killings plummet.

SwampWatch – Trump got green light to fire federal workers. Parenting w/ Justin Worshim – 10 parenting habits from the 80s that would spark outrage now / empty nesters reveal what it's really like when kids move out in 2025.

#Whatshappening / WhatchaWatchingWednesday

#Whatshappening / WhatchaWatchingWednesday

SwampWatch – Trump got green light to fire federal workers. Parenting w/ Justin Worshim – 10 parenting habits from the 80s that would spark outrage now / empty nesters reveal what it's really like when kids move out in 2025.

Texas flood rescue teams continue to search for scores of missing people as death toll climbs / 3 dead after floods in Ruidoso, New Mexico, Sweep Away Homes. Epstein files: Annoyance at Bondi's handling of case grows inside and outside the White House.

Micheal Monks joins Mo Kelly to talk about the lawsuit brought on by L.A against Trump administration's Immigration raids. Comicon updates with Heather Brooker! L.A. on pace to see lowest homicide total in nearly 60 years as killings plummet.

Heather Brooker fills in for Amy King on this Wednesday Wake Up Call. ABC News contributor and former DHS official John Cohen opens the show talking about the nation's ability to prepare for natural disasters being a priority. KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Wired Wednesday.' Today, Rich discusses Samsung unveiling foldable phones, Prime Day tips, Gmail update, & FDA news. Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Heather sharing her San Diego Comic Con exclusive preview.

In Hour 3, Mark Thompson kicks off with a preview of Amazon's first-ever 4-day Prime Day event, spotlighting the can't-miss deals and how it's become the Black Friday of the digital age. Then, Mark shifts to the flood risk facing parts of California, connecting lessons from Texas's recent catastrophe with an SF Chronicle warning about our own vulnerabilities. Later, Mark unpacks Israeli PM Netanyahu's visit to D.C. and his aims for Gaza's future governance—and discusses the surprising move to nominate President Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize. The hour wraps with a breakdown of Trump's much-hyped “big beautiful bill” and what it could mean for Californians.

In Hour 2, Mark Thompson and the Conway crew track the latest on the Rancho Fire in Laguna, where progress is being made. Mark then takes a step back to reflect on the wildfires that rocked LA six months ago, highlighting how far the city has come—and how far it still has to go. KFI's own Heather Brooker shares a powerful audio retrospective from the frontlines of KFI's wildfire coverage, offering a deeply personal lens on the crisis. The hour closes on a lighter note, with the crew's July 4th plans and a look at the rising trend of drone shows replacing traditional fireworks.

Mark Thompson steps in for Tim Conway Jr. with a breaking news–packed hour. He's joined by ABC's Alex Stone to cover the Texas Border Patrol shooting that left officers injured and the suspect dead. Then, Mark dives into the catastrophic flash floods that swept Central Texas, raising urgent questions about emergency alert systems. KFI's Michael Monks joins the conversation to break down the ICE raids at LA's MacArthur Park and shares insight into LA Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson's response. The hour wraps with a bittersweet update: the iconic Downtown LA eatery Cole's French Dip will close its doors August 3rd.

(July 08,2025)Heather Brooker and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. New flooding risks; death toll rises in Central Texas. Heavily armed immigration agents in L.A's MacArthur Park. Trump announces new tariffs of up to 40% on a growing number of countries. US Justice Department finds no Jeffrey Epstein ‘client list.'

(July 08,2025)Heavily armed immigration agents descend on L.A.'s MacArthur Park; Mayor Karen Bass shows up. ‘Gringo Go Home.' Mexico City protests target Americans and gentrification. KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.' Netanyahu nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize and gives him a copy of the nominating letter

(July 08,2025)What went wrong with State Farms L.A. fire response. Gen Z turning to AI to do their dating dirty work — breakup texts and apologies. TSA allow shoes to stay on for airport screening tests. 

#WHATSHAPPENING – Some U.S. airports no longer require passengers to remove their shoes during standard TSA screenings. Introducing Inca and Milo, the newest penguins at the Aquarium of the Pacific.

#SWAMPWATCH – The maker of M&M's and Skittles resists RFK Jr.'s demand to eliminate synthetic dyes from candies. "Unknown actor" uses AI to impersonate Marco Rubio. GUEST – Dave Vassegh discusses Dodgers' four-game loss. From Sensual Butt Songs to Santa's Alleged Coke Habit: AI-generated music is becoming increasingly hard to avoid.

KFI – Michael Monks discusses MacArthur Park and the roles of Newsom and Bass. They talk about the protests that took place in June and how they affected the events at MacArthur Park yesterday. The conversation also touches on the grim history of the Verdugo Hills Cemetery in Sunland-Tujunga. Additionally, a poll reveals that the percentage of Canadians who view the U.S. as a top threat has tripled.

We will provide more updates on the Texas flooding and the relief camps. Petty Officer Scott Ruskan has completed his first mission with the U.S. Coast Guard, and he is being hailed as a hero! Andrew McGowan encountered Shallen Yu in Yellowstone and thought to himself, "I'm going to marry that girl." And he did! Shallen was aware that her family might disapprove, and indeed they initially did. However, her mother consulted a Chinese fortune teller, who predicted that they would have their differences but would ultimately work them out. Currently, Andrew and Shallen have two children and are happily married.

Heather Brooker fills in for Amy King on this Tuesday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan opens the show talking about the latest regarding the flash floods in Central Texas. ABC News journalist Jordana Miller joins the show live from Jerusalem to discuss Netanyahu returning to Washington. Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street. The show closes with Heather talking about the state of Hollywood and film.

Nearly half of America's murderers go unpunished. A news anchor disappeared on her way to work thirty years ago.

ABC News tech reporter Mike Dobuski  joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.' Today, Mike talks about AMAZON PRIME DAYS ARE HERE!!!

(Friday 07/07/25)Why California's plan to ‘make polluters pay' stalled again. The battle to keep consumers means smaller packs of cookies and chips. Trump signs order to raise national park fees for foreign visitors.

(Friday 07/07/25)Heather Brooker and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Texas braces for more rain as death toll mounts to at least 82 with dozens missing. Trump signs disaster declaration for Central Texas Floods. Elon Musk says ‘America Party' formed after poll on X shows support. OC lifeguards rescue hundreds of swimmers on July 4th weekend due to dangerous rip currents.

(Friday 07/07/25)Trump's ‘Big Beautiful Bill' passed… what does it mean? California's film tax credit boost was officially signed into law to lure back Hollywood jobs. Elon Musk claims he has launched a new party, will it work?

#What's Happening - Texas is experiencing serious flooding. Trump discusses tariffs, stating, "Take it or leave it." It's going to get hot this summer. On July 2nd, Jenner's manager, Sophia Hutchins, passed away. We went live to hear Gavin Newsom talk about the six-month anniversary of the Eaton-Palisades fire. Australian Erin Patterson was convicted in the triple murder case involving poisoned mushrooms. Guest Matt ‘Money' Smith discusses the presence of sewage and foam at the beaches for the Fourth of July weekend. There are concerns about odors associated with Brazilian butt lifts (BBLs). We share information about the side effects of this procedure.

#SWAMPWATCH – Trump criticizes Elon's new political party. A pediatrician has been accused of killing her daughter, claiming that she drowned, while the father believes she is mentally unstable and has been trying to gain custody of their child. KFI – Michael Monks reports that federal agents have been seen in an armored vehicle at MacArthur Park.

KFI – Michael Monks – Newsom and Bass meet to commemorate the six-month anniversary of the Pali/Eaton Fires. Fun LA history: Burbank Airport is considered a suburb. Baby raves?! There was just one in L.A., and it was strange and wild, filled with glow sticks galore. A tale of two parks: one was a "poor man's Disneyland," while the other featured a Cobra Woman who was actually a man.

Texas Flooding Update / Tales from Camp Mystic: Parents are still waiting for news, Michael McCown discusses the situation, and "Girl Dads" are searching for updates. In Texas, at least 82 people have died due to the flooding as rescue efforts continue. Officials were concerned about the flood risk to youth camps but decided against implementing a warning system.

Dr. Wendy is talking to Dr. Eva Ritvo about AI and mental health. We are also talking to Dr. Timothy Fong about cannabis use disorder and what we can do. It's all on KFIAM-640!

Dr. Wendy is getting into reality tv with the Golden Bachelor and Love Island. PLUS she is offering her Wendy wisdom with her drive by makeshift relationship advice. It's all on KFIAM-640!

Heather Brooker hosts your Monday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan speaks on the tragedy in Texas where flash floods have claimed numerous lives. Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe talks about the latest regarding business and what's happening on Wall Street. ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy closes the show talking about the ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill' going into law, and what that means for you.

Top News of the Day. Update on that officer involved shooting Saturday near Western and MLK Blvd. Update: At least 61 dead in Texas flooding; over two dozen campers missing from Camp Mystic. Some facts about Camp Mystic, where Texas floodwaters swept away dozens of girls. Video captures ICE agents allegedly urinating on Pico Rivera school grounds in broad daylight. LAPD dealing with a surge in 'kidnapping' calls because of ICE enforcement. Fourth of July Roundup. Air quality alert issued across Southern California due to smoke from fireworks and wildfires. Northern California residents to be ‘wildly surprised' by massive illegal fireworks fines in the mail.

Scammers gonna scam. ‘Tow truck bandits' are rushing to crash scenes: L.A. drivers warned. Couple loses $8,000 in elaborate phone scam, warns others to stay vigilant. There's No Business Like Show Business. Lockdowns and fights: Sean 'Diddy' Combs back in Brooklyn jail ahead of sentencing. Dr. Phil's studio files for bankruptcy. Too hot for clothes? Balls Out Bowling is back where nudity is required. Chuck E Cheese Opens New Arcade for Adults.

Deeper Dives/LA Law. What can SoCal expect from the 'Big Beautiful Bill'. US restaurant workers say ‘no tax on tips' undermined by benefits cuts. Elon Musk announces new 'America' party after slamming Trump's megabill. Scammers gonna scam. ‘Tow truck bandits' are rushing to crash scenes: L.A. drivers warned. Couple loses $8,000 in elaborate phone scam, warns others to stay vigilant.

It's been six months since the wildfires changed everything for the communities of Altadena and the Palisades.  In this special report, KFI's Heather Brooker takes a closer look at the first chaotic hours of the disaster—and where recovery efforts stand today. This first aired in two parts on July 7th on KFI's morning show, Wake Up Call. You can follow all of Heather's reports on the Entertain Me podcast.

Happy 4th of July 2025! - Tim's Ambition // Petro // Violin // Dog Poop Dump!