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On Wednesday's "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli welcomed Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Columnist and Editor Dan Haar to chat about all the political twists and turns surrounding the Republican and Democratic nominating conventions (00:35). Paul also had a few thoughts regarding the renewed controversy surrounding flavored vaping products and e-cigarettes in Connecticut (10:29). CBS News White House reporter Linda Kenyon joined us to chat about President Trump's trip to China (25:11)
Chris and Amy talk about another data-center vote; Call 'n Crab is back, and Chris and Amy are crabby; Downtown St Louis break-ins and Six Flags unrest; financial planner Dave Simons; Cardinals beatwriter Derrick Goold; CBS's Linda Kenyon covers the White House; hobbies and seating at ballparks.
CBS News White House Reporter Linda Kenyon joins Chris & Amy following briefings from US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth this morning and statements from Pres Donald Trump this afternoon. Is there still a ceasefire between the US and Iran? How free flowing is the Strait of Hormuz? 'Everything is very fuzzy' about Iran's nuclear capabilities says Kenyon. Could hostilities start up again? Kenyon says, 'it's a very hard thing to process,' of the end of CBS Radio this month.
Chris and Amy visit with longtime CBS Reporter Linda Kenyon about the war with Iran & the end of CBS Radio; so-called 'grandma' hobbies are now trending younger; what is the best 'girlie' movie?; did we ever get a good seating arrangement for sporting events?
Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Friday's "Connecticut Today" talking about a new Blue-Ribbon Commission announced by Gov. Ned Lamont to look at how the state's public education is funded (00:29). Blogger and columnist Chris Powell joined us to chat about the Governor's proposal (15:31), while CBS News White House reporter Linda Kenyon dropped by with the latest news regarding the U.S. and Iran (25:58)
Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" featured host Paul Pacelli's thoughts on the possible use of remote speed cameras on some stretches of state highways (00:48). Connecticut Catholic Public Affairs Council Executive Director Chris Healy joined us to voice his organization's fears concerning a controversial homeschooling bill at the State Capitol (15:40), a bill that Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Columnist and Editor Dan Haar also reported on (26:42). CBS News reporter Linda Kenyon joined us from the White House with the latest on the Iran war (36:35)
Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli wondered what the next few years could bring for the embattled Trumbull Mall, whose owner recently failed to keep up with payments on a $152-million loan used to purchase the mall in 2022 (00:59). Connecticut Citizen's Defense League President Holly Sullivan explained the latest gun bill being debated in Hartford (12:21). Former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso (21:10) and former GOP State Senate Leader John McKinney (27:41) analyzed this week's emotional public hearings at the Capitol. University of New Haven Criminal Justice Lecturer and retired FBI agent Ken Gray analyzed breaking news concerning a synagogue attack in Michigan (34:55). Finally, CBS News White House reporter Linda Kenyon had the latest on a possible release of oil from the nation's Strategic Petroleum Reserve (40:56)
Host Paul Pacelli got Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" underway with word that a law change at the State Capitol might give Connecticut restaurants and bars the ability to sell cannabis-infused beverages alongside alcohol (00:58). Connecticut Energy Marketers Association President Chris Herb explained how crude oil and gasoline prices might be affected by unrest in the Middle East. Chris also offered a look at the possible consumer costs of a potential state-level climate "superfund" (10:58). State House GOP leader Vin Candelora dropped by to talk about a threatened line-item veto from Gov. Ned Lamont (19:37). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio broke down some key bills she's following at the Capitol (24:12). Finally, CBS White House reporter Linda Kenyon had the latest on the U.S.-Israeli joint attacks on Iran (35:01)
CBS reporter Linda Kenyon joins Jordana to talk about the situation in the Middle East.
Host Paul Pacelli kicked off Thursday's "Connecticut Today" wondering if it's an insult to a member of Congress' constituents if that member - like Sen. Chris Murphy - skips the upcoming State of the Union address (00:50). We also heard the latest on Connecticut politics from former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso (14:54) and former State Senate GOP leader John McKinney (24:16). CBS News White House reporter Linda Kenyon had the latest on a possible U.S. attack on Iran (33:53), while Quinnipiac University men's and women's hockey TV play-by-play voice Phil Giubileo broke down today's women's Olympic Gold-Medal game between the U.S. and Canada (36:14)
01/21/26: Linda Kenyon is an Anchor and Reporter for CBS Radio. She has covered Congress, the White House and anchored the news for several radio networks before she came to CBS. She joins Joel on "News and Views" to talk about the World Economic Forum in Switzerland after President Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney both spoke at it. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Host Paul Pacelli jump-started Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" wondering if the Trump Administration would get the U.S. further involved in growing unrest in Iran (00:47). CBS News Washington reporter Linda Kenyon had the latest on White House statements regarding Iran (15:21). Landmark Legal Foundation Vice-President of Legal Affairs Mike O'Neill broke down oral arguments in a big U.S. Supreme Court case regarding transgender athletes (16:58). GOP State Sen. Dr. Jeff Gordon talked about some possible tax increases facing state farmers (22:33). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio looked ahead to a coming "short session" of the General Assembly (27:50)
Wednesday's "Connecticut Today" featured a discussion from host Paul Pacelli on the latest figures regarding state worker pay (00:49). Hearst Connecticut Media Senior Columnist and Editor Dan Haar dropped by with his weekly update, including reaction from Connecticut's Congressional delegation on the recent capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife (16:24). CBS News Washington reporter Linda Kenyon updated us on White House reaction to Venezuela and new Trump threats being made regarding Greenland (26:22). Sacred Heart University Political Science Professor and Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Gary Rose commented on latest developments in the 2026 Connecticut Governor's race (29:35)
On the final Yearend version of the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes looks back at the year around the globe, beginning with CBS's Linda Kenyon at the White House. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlessinger takes a deep dive into the economy. In the "Kaleidoscope with Allison Keyes" segment, a professor and security expert's take on the state of political violence in the nation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Host Paul Pacelli welcomed Waterbury Mayor Paul Pernerewski to Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" to update the status of his city's current water system repairs (00:55). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio dropped by to talk about a state-funded hospital takeover (10:34). CBS News Washington reporter Linda Kenyon updated us on the current status of competing bills regarding health care and a possible extension of Obamacare subsidies (21:07). We also welcomed Bill McClay, co-author of, "Jewish Roots of American Liberty: The Impact of Hebraic Ideas on the American Story" (24:08), and finally, Paul offered his thoughts on the Town of Orange and the City of Waterbury moving forward on electronic law enforcement (33:20)
Host Paul Pacelli ushered in another edition of "Connecticut Today" looking at a new report out of Boston University recommending that Connecticut cities and towns think about abandoning the traditional "last hired, first fired" plan when deciding on teacher layoffs, because of the possible negative effects on retaining teachers of color (00:43). 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band Drum Major Gunnery Sgt. Kevin Dalton stopped by to chat about the band's two performances coming up at the Klein Memorial Auditorium in Bridgeport (16:30). CBS News reporter Linda Kenyon at the White House briefed us on the U.S. seizing a Venezuelan oil tanker (24:58)
On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the president's call for some Democratic members of Congress to be punished for sedition, and fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein files from CBS's Linda Kenyon. Just how much is that Thanksgiving extravaganza going to cost you? In the "Kaleidoscope with Allison Keyes" segment, a conversation about how survivors of the late, convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein are dealing with the political battle over files related to him. Featured: CBS News Political Director Fin Gomez on the president's attempts to reclaim the buzz word affordability. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the government shutdown from CBS's Nikole Killion on Capitol Hill and CBS's Linda Kenyon at the White House. CBS's Jim Axelrod has a report on affordable health care - one of the issues driving the shutdown, and a new option being offered in Maine. In the "Kaleidoscope with Allison Keyes" segment, a look at how the economy is driving a new population to food banks. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thursday's "Connecticut Today" kicked off with host Paul Pacelli wondering if the two weeks of early voting in Connecticut actually has negative effects on elections (00:37). CBS News Washington reporter Linda Kenyon updated us on any new developments in the ongoing government shutdown (16:30), while Landmark Legal Foundation Vice-President of Legal Affairs Mike O'Neill weighed in on call for President Trump to release federal SNAP benefits by using the "Administrative Procedures Act" (19:13) Image Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus
On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest on developments in the political assassination of conservative Charlie Kirk from CBS's Andres Gutierrez, Nancy Cordes and Fin Gomez. We also look back 24 years to the deadly September 11th terror attacks with CBS News Correspondents Michael Wallace, who was in New York City, and Linda Kenyon, who was at the Pentagon. In the "Kaleidoscope with Allison Keyes" segment, we'll discuss the growing number of cancer cases among 9/11 first responders. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices