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The June primary is just over two weeks away. Democrats in the 54th Senate District will see two names on the ballot when they head to the polls: Scott Comegys and Michael Mills. The candidates are vying for the opportunity to unseat Republican Senator Pam Helming in the general election. This hour, guest host Julie Philipp sits down with the candidates to discuss their backgrounds, platforms, and priorities for the district, which covers part of Monroe and all of Livingston, Ontario, and Wayne Counties. In studio: Scott Comegys, candidate in the Democratic primary for New York Senate District 54 Michael Mills, candidate in the Democratic primary for New York Senate District 54 ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 11, 2026) – [THIS IS AN ENCORE EPISODE.] Artificial intelligence is moving fast — and Kentucky lawmakers are working to make sure the state can take advantage of new tools without sacrificing transparency, privacy or public trust. On this episode of 'Behind the Blue', Kentucky State Senator Amanda Mays Bledsoe — a Lexington native and University of Kentucky alum — joins host Kody Kiser to talk about her path into public service, what she's hearing from constituents in Senate District 12, and how she views UK's land-grant mission of service to communities across the Commonwealth.  Bledsoe represents parts of Fayette County along with Woodford, Mercer and Boyle counties. In the conversation, she points to infrastructure — including roads and aging water and wastewater systems — as a major concern for the region, while also highlighting the role higher education, signature industries and health care play in central Kentucky's future.  The interview also explores Bledsoe's emerging leadership on technology policy, including Kentucky Senate Bill 4, which she describes as a framework for "responsible AI governance" within state government. Bledsoe explains that the goal is not to regulate every minor use of technology, but to establish guardrails for higher-risk, decision-making tools — including creating transparency around where and how AI is used, and building oversight to ensure accountability.  "AI is not spellcheck," Bledsoe said, emphasizing the need for stronger scrutiny when government systems generate new outputs or influence decisions. She also discusses concerns around deceptive AI-generated political content and the importance of ensuring voters can trust what they see — particularly in the final days leading up to an election.  Looking ahead, Bledsoe points to a wide range of challenges and opportunities — from consumer protection and privacy to safeguarding minors online — and says Kentucky will likely need to keep refining its approach as the technology evolves. She also describes how institutions like UK can help shape the state's AI future through research, workforce preparation and teaching students to be critical, responsible users of these tools. 'Behind the Blue' is available via a variety of podcast providers, including Apple Podcasts, YouTube and Spotify. Subscribe to receive new episodes each week, featuring UK's latest medical breakthroughs, research, artists, writers and the most important news impacting the university. 'Behind the Blue' is a production of the University of Kentucky. Transcripts for most episodes are now embedded in the audio file and can be accessed in many podcast apps during playback. Transcripts for older episodes remain available on the show's blog page.  To discover how the University of Kentucky is advancing our Commonwealth, click here. This interview has been edited for time and clarity.

Endorsements can hold a lot of weight. Or, they can also mean absolutely nothing. But either way, you don't say someone endorsed you unless they actually endorse you. In a hotly contested race in Utah's Senate District 18, one candidate included an endorsement from Senator John Curtis on some flyers, even though Senator Curtis hadn't endorsed him. And while State Senator Dan McCay's team has admitted the mistake, those flyers still showed up in voters' mailboxes, much to the chagrin of his opponent, current State Representative Doug Fiefia.

Editor: Maureen Galindo's despicable, ignorant, antisemitic comments have no place in Texas or the United States. I am aghast that a Democratic candidate in the Congressional District 35 runoff would articulate such an outrageous message of bigotry and hatred of Jews. Her words do not reflect our Texas Democratic Party's beliefs or values in any way, shape, or form. Senate District 21, which I represent, includes many of the communities in Congressional District 35, including Karnes County. I categorically reject and will vehemently oppose her disgusting ideas for the detention center there. Texas voters know hate when they see it... Article Link

On this Memorial Day episode, Liam is joined by Rep. Lee Deming, Tom Jandron, and Dru Koester to discuss the ‘Defend the Guard' Act, state legislation that would prohibit the deployment of National Guard troops into combat zones barring a declaration of war by Congress. Rep. Lee Deming is the sponsor of the legislation in Montana, Tom Jandron is a former Montana Army National Guardsman, and Dru Koester is running for Senate District 41 and supports the bill. Recorded on May 22, 2026. ENGAGE Learn more about Defend the Guard: defendtheguard.us Follow Lee Deming on X: https://x.com/repleedeming?s=21 Lee Deming's website: https://leeformontana.org/ Follow Tom Jandron on X: https://x.com/tomjandron?s=21 Tom Jandron's campaign website: https://jandron4ussenate.com Dru Koester's website: https://www.dru4montana.com/ Follow Dru Koester on X: https://x.com/drukoester Follow Liam on X: https://x.com/MLiamMcCollum Follow Human Reaction on X: https://x.com/humanreactionpc JOIN HUMAN REACTION AT FREEDOM FEST Get your tickets to join Human ReAction and David Rand at FreedomFest: https://freedomfest.swoogo.com/vegas2026/register?ref=Promo%3A+Human+Reaction Claim $100 off the current Regular Attendee, Attendee Plus, Pros Pass, or VIP Full Pass rate when you register with discount code REACTION100 CREDITS The Liam McCollum Show is a Human Reaction Production, hosted by Liam McCollum, produced by Sheehan Works, and edited by Bennett Studios.

State Senator Erik Bottcher and Assembly Member Keith Powers, two Manhattan Democrats and former City Council Members, joined the show to discuss their transition into the State Legislature (they were both elected in February special elections), their first state budget negotiations as legislators, how Mayor Mamdani is doing, and more. Bottcher represents the West Side's 47th Senate District while Powers represents the East Side's 74th Assembly District. (Ep 586)

Laurie Fitz is joined by Phil Adams, past DFL Platform Committee Co-Chair and currently serving on the Environmental Caucus and Karl Bunday DFL Organizing Unit Vice Chair for Senate District 45. Highlighted in the discussion were issues about Data Centers,  navigating a 67-67 deadlocked State House, managing the fallout of the gun reform package and… The post Matt McNeil Show 5.18.2026 first appeared on AM 950.

It's Monday, May 4th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Christians in Afghanistan have to remain invisible to survive Being known as a Christian in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan brings lethal danger. In this country of 44 million people, Muslims comprise more than 99.7% of the population, reports International Christian Concern. Not long after the Taliban retook control of Afghanistan in August 2021, they declared that no Christians were remaining in the country. Though the Taliban claimed no Christians remained, Christians still exist—surviving only by remaining invisible. The Taliban reportedly searched door to door and through smartphones, hunting for any signs of Christian conversion. This reality highlights the core argument: Afghan Christians must stay hidden to survive. The situation also became highly precarious for other religious minorities, including Sikhs, Hindus, and the country's last Jewish resident. According to Open Doors, Afghanistan is the 11th most dangerous country for Christians worldwide. In John 15:19, Jesus said to His disciples, “If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you.” Trump withdraws 5,000 troops from Germany The United States will withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in the next six to 12 months, the Pentagon said Friday, fulfilling President Donald Trump's threat as he clashes with the German leader over the U.S. war with Iran, reports the Associated Press. Trump had threatened to withdraw some troops from the NATO ally earlier this week after German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the U.S. was being “humiliated” by the Iranian leadership and criticized Washington's lack of strategy in the war. Germany hosts several U.S. military facilities, including the headquarters of its European and Africa commands, Ramstein Air Base and a medical center in Landstuhl, where casualties from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq were treated. U.S. nuclear missiles are also stationed in the country. The number of troops leaving Germany would be 14% of the 36,000 American service members stationed there. News of the troop withdrawal drew swift pushback from Democrats in Congress as well as a hawkish Washington think tank. They said the move will benefit Russian President Vladimir Putin and weaken U.S. security interests. Bradley Bowman, a scholar at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, said the U.S. military's presence in Germany and elsewhere in Europe “not only strengthens deterrence against additional Kremlin aggression but also facilitates the projection of American military power into the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and Africa.” Federal appeals court blocks mail-order abortion pills Ready for some great pro-life news? On May 1st, a federal court issued a ruling that temporarily blocked the ability to send the Abortion Kill Pill by mail. Of American mothers who abort, 63% choose to use abortion drugs. If ultimately upheld, this decision could save tens of thousands of babies from abortions, reports LifeNews.com. A panel of the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans temporarily blocked a Biden administration rule allowing the abortion drug, mifepristone, to be dispensed through the mail. Marjorie Dannenfelser, the president of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, called the ruling “a huge victory for victims and survivors of Biden's reckless mail-order abortion drug regime. We are so grateful for the tenacity of [Louisiana] Attorney General Liz Murrill, abortion drug coercion survivor Rosalie Markezich, and all our allies demanding action. “Women and children suffer and state sovereignty is violated every day the Food and Drug Administration allows abortion drugs to flood the mail – harms that are no mere accident, but predictable outcomes of the FDA's unscientific removal of safeguards like in-person doctor visits.” Republican State candidate found dead An investigation is underway into the death of a Republican state Senate candidate in Oklahoma who was found dead in his pickup truck on April 30th in a wildlife refuge, reports The Western Journal. Barry Christian, a candidate for state Senate District 38, had disappeared on April 28th, according to KOCO-TV. The Beckham County Sheriff's Office said a hunter reported to authorities that he had seen the wreck of a pickup truck that appeared to have crashed off a high ridge. 149th anniversary of God's locust miracle in Minnesota And finally, from 1873 to 1877, grasshoppers, also known as locusts, destroyed hundreds of thousands of acres of crops in Minnesota, leaving eggs in the soil for the next season. On April 26, 1877, Minnesota Republican Governor John Pillsbury declared a statewide day of prayer and fasting to combat a devastating four-year Rocky Mountain locust plague, which was threatening widespread starvation.  Schools and businesses closed, with many residents taking the day seriously, asking God for deliverance. Shortly after the day of prayer, an unseasonable cold snap and snow arrived, freezing and killing millions of hatching larvae grasshopper nymphs. It was divine intervention. God answered their prayers. Prayer At The Heart invites 1 million Christians to pray for an unbeliever Speaking of the power of prayer, Prayer At The Heart, a group founded in 2021, to pray for America, launched 50 days of prayer, inviting one million Christians to pray for the salvations of a friend or loved one through May 24th. Franklin Graham said, “The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association desires to express its appreciation and support for the efforts of Prayer At The Heart to see one million people come to Christ by Pentecost Sunday, 2026. This could be the beginning of the spiritual awakening our nation so desperately needs, a renewal found only in Jesus Christ.” Get access to a free 68-page, 50-day prayer guide through a special link in our transcript today at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, check out their  online ‘Prayer Wall' with  scheduled prayer in every state for an hour each week. In Jeremiah 29:12-13, God said, “Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will hear you. You will seek Me and find Me when you seek Me with all your heart.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, May 4th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

© Clay Jones – https://claytoonz.substack.com On our political radar this week… The Trump Retribution Parade continues as his Department of Payback indicts James Comey for posting a picture of sea shells on social media. If that doesn’t work, they could try claiming the 6-foot-8 Comey's height poses an imminent threat to the safety of the President. New polling from the Detroit Chamber shows “Undecided” remains the leader in Michigan Democrats' battle for the U.S. Senate nomination. There's a new controversy in that race, with long-ago Tweets from Mallory McMorrow coming back to haunt her. Among Republicans, John James continues to lead Perry Johnson, Mike Cox, and the rest of the field. The one no-contest race: Jocelyn Benson has a 58-point lead in the race for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination. The US Supreme Court has effectively repealed the last remnants of the Voting Rights Act, setting the stage for a possible new round of partisan gerrymanders. It comes as the last four black Republicans in Congress retire, leaving the GOP with the prospect of no black House members in 2027. The impact goes beyond the U.S. House of Representatives. In Michigan, it effectively eliminates majority-minority as a criterion for Michigan's Citizens Independent Redistricting Commission when it draws future state legislative district maps – quite possibly before the 2028 elections. The Donald Trump narcissism parade continues to grow. The latest: His snarling mug will now appear on commemorative U.S. passports, although Trump-free passports will continue to be available. And King Charles presented him with the ship's bell from the World War II submarine HMS Trump. One ominous sign: that ship was sold off and broken up for scrap in August 1971.  In response to the war of words over election integrity, Secretary of State Benson has announced that 2.1 million outdated voter registrations have been canceled since 2019 or are in the cancellation process. For the first time ever, this includes over 180,000 dormant registrations of people who haven't voted in a single election in the last 20 years or longer. Control of the state Senate will be decided Tuesday when voters in Michigan's 35th Senate District will decide whether Democrat Chedrick Greene or Republican Jason Tunney will represent them for the rest of the year in Lansing. The district includes Bay, Midland and Saginaw counties. The Democrats are heavily favored to win and maintain control of the Senate. The quote of the week comes from The Bulwark's Tim Miller: We're in the Fat Elvis era of the Trump presidency. A note on the passing of Senator Don Riegle. First elected to the U.S. House from Flint in 1966, he served 5 terms and then 3 terms in the Senate, where he succeeded the legendary Phil Hart. He was one of the few people ever elected to Congress from both parties, switching from Republican to Democrat in protest of the Vietnam War and the corruption of the Nixon administration. We also lost a friend of this podcast, former Detroit News reporter and later Department of Justice lawyer Jim Mitzelfeld. Jim and his reporting partner Eric Freedman won a Pulitzer Prize for their uncovering of a million-dollar corruption scandal in the state House Fiscal Agency. Jim died of melanoma a day short of his 65th birthday.   Joining the conversation this week is President of End Citizens United, Tiffany Muller. Mark and Walt Sorg talked with Tiffany Muller. She simultaneously leads the affiliated groups Let America Vote, and the End Citizens United/Let America Vote Action Fund – organizations dedicated to reversing what many consider one of the worst rulings of the Supreme Court in the last century which opened the floodgates for dark money funding of political campaigns. Since joining ECU, Tiffany has helped grow the group from a start-up to a nationwide organization with more than 4 million members and 1 million grassroots donors.

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Day Break | America Under Pressure: Assassination Attempt, Iran Tensions, and What's Next --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:02 – Dr. Kurt Miceli, Chief Medical Officer at Do No Harm. Miceli discusses a watchdog effort urging the FTC to investigate a psychological association over alleged misleading statements related to youth gender treatments. He explains the broader implications for medical ethics and public trust. 38:04 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 46:59 – Joe Rieck, VP of Sales at Longevity. Rieck shares real-world success stories from customers using Longevity products, highlighting improvements in everyday health and quality of life. He emphasizes that the product is designed for a wide range of ages and lifestyles. Visit longevitywellness.co and use code GRUBER. 56:48 – Ashley Davis, national security expert and author of Power Pivot. Davis discusses the recent shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner and the response from leadership. The incident involved a gunman attempting to breach security before being stopped, with one agent injured but protected by body armor. 1:05:30 – Sarah Parshall Perry, Vice President and Senior Legal Fellow at Defending Education. Perry discusses a new report challenging the American Bar Association's influence over legal education. She explains how it could shape the future of law schools and the legal profession. 1:15:37 - Monologue 1:24:35 – Perry Johnson, businessman, author, and Michigan political candidate. Johnson discusses concerns surrounding Jocelyn Benson's reported ties and calls for greater transparency. He outlines why he believes accountability is needed. 1:33:57 – Sen. Jim Runestad, representing Michigan's 23rd Senate District. Runestad discusses new legislation aimed at closing loopholes in criminal sexual conduct sentencing. He explains how the proposal would strengthen protections and improve the justice system. 1:42:44 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber continues discussion on the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting and broader concerns about political rhetoric and public discourse. The segment explores how narratives and messaging may influence behavior and public perception. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... The twelfth episode is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/1XbEJhJ6Wrk

RICH GUGGENHEIM IS RUNNING FOR OFFICE! Our favorite Gay is fresh off the fight to keep boys out of girl's spaces and jumping into the political scene by running for office in Senate District 25! He joins me at 2:30 to talk about it and probably win at Of the Day again. His kickoff is tomorrow night! Find all the details and find out more about Rich here. His kickoff is at 7pm tomorrow night at Satire Brewing in Thornton. Find his website here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Mandy dives into a Douglas County controversy surrounding a proposed sports complex on contaminated land. She's joined by Denise Martinez, a concerned citizen who's organizing opposition to the project. They discuss the potential risks to children's health and the lack of transparency in the county's decision-making process. Mandy also touches on the American Dream, exploring the idea that success is still attainable in the US, despite what some might say. Plus, she delves into a story about Victor Marx, a gubernatorial candidate accused of gun running, and talks with Rich Guggenheim, a candidate running for Senate District 25.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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California State Senator Ben Allen, representing Senate District 24, including Beverly Grove, Fairfax, Mid City West, Santa Monica, and West Hollywood, joined Rabbi Sharon Brous in conversation.

Why I'm Running Hello Neighbor! My name is Jill Koford, lifelong resident of Weber County, and I'm running to represent you in the Utah Senate. I am running, first and foremost, to give you a strong voice in the discussions of our state's future. I want to keep our government in check, and empower you to make your own decisions. I want to give back to the community that has so enriched my life, from childhood to now. I am a small business owner and educator. I went to Valley Elementary, Valley Junior High, Weber High, and Weber State University. Ten years ago, I received my Masters Degree in Education from the University of Southern California (while living here at home, of course). I have the best and most supportive husband and life partner in Rod, and three great and inspiring kids in Katie, Alex, and Gracie. Thomas Jefferson once said, “the government closest to the people serves the people best.” I agree with Jefferson, especially in a day where the federal government continues to overreach beyond their already expansive powers. The federal government is not the only problem, however, where everyday people struggle to understand the increasingly complex workings of state and local government. I love this nation and this wonderful state we get to live in, but we can absolutely do better. We can simplify, we can scale back, and we can put more control in the hands of the individual. Limited government is good government. I will be a tireless advocate for you. I pledge to communicate openly, honestly, and frequently because you deserve a representative who listens to you, shares your beliefs, and voices your concerns. I hope I can earn your support. Jill https://www.votekoford.com/

Jan Keefer is a Republican candidate in the primary election for Senate District 31, currently held by Kyle Walker who is not seeking another term.

Take 2 Podcast March 27 Heidi Hatch Maura Carabello Exoro Group Rep Ryan Wilcox Utah Legislature   Repeal Prop 4 dies in Senate District 15 with signature removals   Trump signs emergency order to pay TSA agents as Congress struggles to reach funding deal   SLC Mayor Mendenhall: No water for ICE facility   Governor Cox vetoes: HB462: Gov. Spencer Cox vetoes bill providing internet service on Utah's rural school buses   HB164:  Would have required health care providers to tell patients how to file complaints with the state Division of Professional Licensing   School bell-to-bell cell phone ban   All prop bets are off in Utah under new law   Curtis, Schiff introduce bipartisan legislation to ban sports prediction market contracts   Wilcox bills: HB0044S07 Criminal Use of Cryptocurrency Amendments HB0072S02 Coercion Amendments Creates the criminal offense of aiding or encouraging suicide (moving the current language regarding aiding suicide from the criminal offense of manslaughter).

I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to represent Senate District 6 in my area as a senator in Utah State Legislature. Tami Tran, Mayor of Kaysville, Utah Elected in 2021, Tami is a trusted leader, committed community advocate, and proud Kaysville resident. She's working every day to preserve what makes our city special while building a stronger, more connected future for all of us.       For almost 50 years, I never knew my biological family. This video shares a deeply personal part of my life: how I found my biological parents after 49½ years, and how love, family, and an unexpected connection made it possible. It's a story that still gives me chills when I think about it.   Her Story A Life Built on Hard Work, Opportunity, and Purpose From business leadership to public service, Tami Tran's story is rooted in gratitude, resilience, and a deep commitment to Utah families and communities.   Tami Tran's story began in Seoul, Korea, and continued in Utah after she was adopted and became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1979. From a young age, she learned the importance of family, faith, resilience, and gratitude for the opportunities this country provides. While attending BYU as a Political Science major, Tami began her professional career in mortgage lending. There, she developed a strong foundation in federal compliance, FHA construction loans, and the importance of earning people's trust. Those lessons shaped her approach to leadership and service for years to come. That foundation led to a successful career in commercial development, real estate, and business ownership. In 2004, she co-founded a Department of Defense contracting company, where she now serves as CEO, managing teams and partnerships nationwide. Whether in business or public service, Tami is known for building strong teams, solving real problems, and leading with purpose.   Her commitment to service extends across Davis County and beyond. Tami currently serves as Chair of the Davis Technical College Board of Trustees and Chair of the Davis County Council of Governments, and she serves on multiple boards, including the Weber State University National Advisory Board. She also led the creation of the Davis County Council of Mayors, helping strengthen coordination between cities across the county. Tami's public service began at the local level, where she served as a Planning Commissioner and later on the City Council. She is known for thoughtful decision-making, bringing people together, and finding common ground to move communities forward. A lifelong Republican, Tami has also served as both a county and state delegate, staying actively involved in the party and advocating for conservative principles rooted in limited government, fiscal responsibility, and strong communities. Tami and her husband, Ly, have been married for 35 years. They are the proud parents of two children and grandparents of three. She is a proud American who honors the Constitution, loves Utah, and remains deeply committed to serving the people who call it home.

00:09 And welcome to the program on your Wednesday afternoon. Glad to have you along with us. A pretty Wednesday out there as the pollen keeps affecting everybody pretty significantly. I got to admit something to you right off the bat today. I am not in the most upbeat. Or positive moods. I am not. um 00:38 I am feeling a little concerned and I'm feeling down. And it starts with a conversation that I had early this morning with a guy that I know and he's like, Charlie, think it's over for Trump. They say he's been going on for a month now. It's over for Trump. That's a well, yep, that's it, that's it. And I'm telling you what, that attitude was kind of infectious on me because I started thinking about it and I started. 01:06 You know, and we talk about this all the time. just like, it's like the easiest way to get the easiest way to win a fight is for your opponent to give up. That's the easiest way. If your opponent just quits fighting, I always remember Kirby Smart in the University of Georgia locker room telling his players at halftime, we haven't made them quit yet. We've got to make them quit. 01:37 And it just seems to me like the GOP has quit. They're still calling the plays. They're still running the plays. 01:50 but they're not actually fighting. Gotta go back to uh a story that I told you just a couple of days ago, I believe it was on Monday, and it had to do with the primaries here in South Carolina and some of the big questions that people are asking in this primary. Number one, are you conservative enough? Number two, did you fight hard enough? 02:19 Number three, did you go along to get along? 02:25 Now right now, that second question, did you fight hard enough? I gotta look at these folks and I guess I gotta say the answer is no. The answer is no. Now why do I say that? Over the past year, 02:42 Democrats have flipped a total of 12 state legislative seats in special elections. 02:51 Texas, Senate District 9, Iowa, Senate District 35, Iowa, Senate District 1, Arkansas, House District 70, Mississippi, Senate District 45, Mississippi, Senate District 02, Pennsylvania, Senate District 35, Florida, House District 87, Georgia, House District 121, New Hampshire, let's see, House Seat 7, Florida, Senate District 14, Mississippi, 03:19 House District 22. Another one got flipped last night. Another one got flipped last night. A special election. Now these people are out there, they're all, oh, these don't mean anything. We'll really show them in, you know, coming in November, will ya? Will they be shown? So right now I'm just looking at the GOP is not the grand old party. I think it's the G-U-P, the give up party. 03:48 We're not seeing them fight. We need to fight. Now listen, if they would fight, and I mean like cats and dogs, 04:03 I fight like you're the third monkey heading to Noah's Ark and it's starting to rain. That's how you gotta fight. We can accept defeats if we see the fight. 04:18 But not seeing the fight. I'm not seeing the fight out of Lindsey Graham. Of course not. I'm not seeing the fight out of Tim Scott. I'm not seeing the fight out of, I mean, the members of the House, they're doing a good job. I'm not seeing the fight out of Henry McMaster. I'm not seeing the fight out of a lot of these Republicans, so-called Republicans in Columbia. And most importantly, I'm not seeing the fight from the GOP. 04:42 We lost a special election last night. 04:49 in the district that Donald Trump lives in in Florida, down in Mar-a-Lago. The Democrats flipped that seat. 05:01 I bet a lot of people in Florida didn't even know they had a special election going on last night. 05:07 And that's a darn shame. So what I really, I gotta see the fight. Now, Mike Johnson's, and I'll give you a good example of this. Mike Johnson's got a really good idea about the funding of the Department of Homeland Security and TSA agents. Listen to what he's proposing. Everybody can see it. And they're gonna put i ...

00:16 And welcome to the program on your Wednesday afternoon. Glad to have you along with us. A pretty Wednesday out there as uh the pollen keeps affecting everybody pretty significantly. I got to admit something to you right off the bat today. I am not in the most upbeat. Or positive moods. I am not. um 00:45 I am feeling a little concerned and I'm feeling down. And it starts with a conversation that I had early this morning with a guy that I know and he's like, Charlie, think it's over for Trump. They say he's been going on for a month now. It's over for Trump. That's a well, yep, that's it. That's it. And I'm telling you what, that attitude was kind of infectious on me because I started thinking about it and I started. 01:12 You know, and we talk about this all the time. just like, it's like the easiest way to get, the easiest way to win a fight is for your opponent to give up. That's the easiest way. If your opponent just quits fighting, I always remember Kirby Smart in the University of Georgia locker room telling his players at halftime, we haven't made them quit yet. We've got to make them quit. 01:43 And it just seems to me like the GOP has quit. They're still calling the plays. They're still running the plays. 01:57 but they're not actually fighting. Gotta go back to uh a story that I told you just a couple of days ago, I believe it was on Monday, and it had to do with the primaries here in South Carolina and some of the big questions that people are asking in this primary. Number one, are you conservative enough? Number two, did you fight hard enough? 02:26 Number three, did you go along to get along? 02:32 Now right now, that second question, did you fight hard enough? I gotta look at these folks and I gotta say the answer is no. The answer is no. Now why do I say that? Over the past year, 02:48 Democrats have flipped a total of 12 state legislative seats in special elections. 02:57 Texas, Senate District 9, Iowa, Senate District 35, Iowa, Senate District 1, Arkansas, House District 70, Mississippi, Senate District 45, Mississippi, Senate District 02, Pennsylvania, Senate District 35, Florida, House District 87, Georgia, House District 121, New Hampshire, let's see, House Seat 7, Florida, Senate District 14, Mississippi, 03:26 House District 22. Another one got flipped last night. Another one got flipped last night. A special election. Now these people are out there, they're all, oh, these don't mean anything. We'll really show them in, you know, coming in November, will ya? Will they be shown? So right now I'm just looking at the GOP is not the grand old party. I think it's the G-U-P, the give up party. 03:55 We're not seeing them fight. We need to fight. Now listen, if they would fight, and I mean like cats and dogs, 04:10 I mean, fight like you're the third monkey heading to Noah's Ark and it's starting to rain. That's how you gotta fight. We can accept defeats if we see the fight. 04:25 But I'm not seeing the fight. I'm not seeing the fight out of Lindsey Graham. Of course not. I'm not seeing the fight out of Tim Scott. I'm not seeing the fight out of, I mean, the members of the House, they're doing a good job. I'm not seeing the fight out of Henry McMaster. I'm not seeing the fight out of a lot of these Republicans, so-called Republicans in Columbia. And most importantly, I'm not seeing the fight from the GOP. 04:49 We lost a special election last night. 04:55 in the district that Donald Trump lives in in Florida, down in Mar-a-Lago. The Democrats flipped that seat. 05:07 I bet a lot of people in Florida didn't even know they had a special election going on last night. 05:14 And that's a darn shame. So what I really, I gotta see the fight. Now, Mike Johnson's, and I'll give you a good example of this. Mike Johnson's got a really good idea about the funding of the Department of Homeland Security and TSA agents. Listen to what he's proposing. Everybody can see it and they're gonna ...

  It's Fun Day Monday on The Majority Report   On today's program:   This Saturday Donald Trump issued a warning to Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, or he'll order the obliteration of their power grid. On Monday after Iran didn't bite, Trump granted five more days the deadline.   David Bier, director of immigration studies at the Cato Institute, joins the program to discuss Trump's mass deportations and the white supremacists that are behind the policy.   In the Fun Half:   Scott Bessent claims that by lifting sanctions on Iran's oil the U.S. is using jiu-jitsu.   Ambassador to the UN, Mike Walz participates in a town hall on the war in Iran and is asked by a student how this operation is helping him and Walz has nothing to offer but empty cliches.   Chuck Schumer gets into a heated exchange with Joe Scarborough over the $200 Billion in funds requested for the war effort.   A YouGov poll shows republican voters overwhelming supporting the war in Iran.   Vinny from PBD podcast makes a case against the U.S. collectively punishing Iranians by bombing their power plants and the rest of the PBD crew disagrees.   Bill Maher was set to receive the Mark Twain from the Kennedy Center, but Trump had a change of heart.   all that and more   New Yorkers if you live in Senate District 27 which includes the neighborhoods of Lower Manhattan, including the East Village, Tribeca, Little Italy, Chinatown, Soho, and the Financial District and Greenwich Village support Yuh-Line Niou for State Senate    Check out longtime MR listener Jim Di Bartolo's new graphic novel F*ck Billionaires    To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: DELTEME: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/MAJORITY and use promo code MAJORITY at checkout. COZYEARTH: Go to cozyearth.com/MAJORITYREPORT for up to 20% off. SUNSET LAKE: Use coupon code "Left Is Best" (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order at SunsetLakeCBD.com  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

It's Casual Friday on The Majority Report   On today's program:   Donald Trump is considering sending troops on the ground to seize Kharg Island in an attempt to force the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.   JD Vance asks Americans to take solace in the fact that our "allies" are suffering far more from the energy crisis we caused by our war in Iran.   Staff writer at The New Republic, Perry Bacon, Jr. joins Sam to wrap up the week's news. Check out Perry's podcast - Right Now with Perry Bacon, Jr.    Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) joins the program to discuss his new proposed tax plan and the war in Iran.   In The Fun Half:   Senator Mark Warner questions Tulsi Gabbard on why Donald Trump sent her to observe the Fulton County election office raid when the president was not meant to know about the raid ahead of time.   Senator Mark Kelly asks Gabbard and CIA director Ratcliffe on their thoughts on Trump offering "unfiltered national security" briefings to his big donors.   Donald Trump holds a press conference with the Prime Minister of Japan where he jokes about pearl harbor.   Markwayne Mullin is an idiot and thanks to John Fetterman he is moving forward into the Senate to get confirmed as the new secretary of DHS.   Patrick Bet-David has really upset their audience over their cheerleading for the war in Iran.   The new head   all that and more   New Yorkers if you live in Senate District 27 which includes the neighborhoods of Lower Manhattan, including the East Village, Tribeca, Little Italy, Chinatown, Soho, and the Financial District and Greenwich Village support Yuh-Line Niou for State Senate    To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: ZOCDOC: Go to Zocdoc.com/MAJORITY and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. NUTRAFOL: Get $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/MAJORITY to start your subscription. SUNSET LAKE:  30% off all CBD tinctures for people and pets with code Spring26 at  SunsetLakeCBD.com  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

It's an Emmajority Report Thursday on The Majority Report.   On today's program:   An Israeli strike on Iranian facilities in the South Pars gas field marked a significant escalation in the war, prompting Iran to attack major energy facilities of its Gulf neighbors. Trump took to Truth Social to claim the U.S. had no knowledge of Israel's plans to attack South Pars but if warns if Iran continues to retaliate then he'll blow up the entirety of the oil field.   A reporter asks Pete Hegseth why we are helping Israel prosecute this war if they are going to pursue their own objectives and Hegseth had no answer. Pete then ended the press conference with a prayer - but it's Iran that is theocratic terrorist state.   Helen Yaffe, Professor of Latin American Political Economy, University of Glasgow joins Emma to discuss her book We Are Cuba! How a revolutionary people survived in post-Soviet world.   Erin Reed, journalist tracking anti-LGTB+ legislation around the world at Erin in the Morning on Substack joins MR to discuss her Anti-Trans National Legal Risk Assessment Map: Feb 2026   In the Fun Half:   Brandon Sutton and Matt Binder join.   Senator Jon Ossoff presses the Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on whether or not it was the assessment of the intelligence community that there was an imminent threat from Iran.   Jonathan Greenblatt continues to be one the leading causes of antisemitism in America.   The Wall Street Journal publishes an op-ed about Democrats getting too cozy to Hasan Piker in a piece that reads like a high school newspaper.   all that and more   New Yorkers if you live in Senate District 27 which includes the neighborhoods of Lower Manhattan, including the East Village, Tribeca, Little Italy, Chinatown, Soho, and the Financial District and Greenwich Village support Yuh-Line Niou for State Senate    To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for a $1/month at shopify.com/majority NUTRAFOL: Get 15% off your first order by going to Blueland.com/MAJORITY.      SUNSET LAKE:  30% off all CBD tinctures for people and pets with code Spring26 at  SunsetLakeCBD.com  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

Jonathan Owens, Ardis Watkins, and Sammy Cline break down North Carolina's unresolved Senate District 26 recount, Governor Stein's new “critical needs” budget targeting raises for correctional officers, teachers, and state staff, and the $319M Medicaid rebase request. We also discuss expanding the Lantern surgical program for state employees, Gen Z's shifting political identity, the Ticketmaster antitrust fight, and a light St. Patrick's Day conversation.

Cindi Clayton joins the show to talk about her Senate campaign for District 49 & the winds of change in Indiana. Find out more at CindiForSenate.com  Check your Indiana Voter Registration   Thanks to  AnneFeeney.com  UAW2209  CWA  BACLocal4 INKY  MLPA  

In this episode we zoom into the District 17 NC Senate race that will be on the Republican Ballot. Sarah Al-Baghdadi positions herself as a community-focused contender with experience in law enforcement, substitute teaching, and small business. She centers mental health, promises high accessibility, and raises concerns about proposed data centers, though her public record is light—no campaign website yet and minimal filings beyond committee paperwork.Shirley Johnson offers a detailed platform anchored in public safety, parental rights, school choice, and fiscal responsibility. With a decade on a state senate staff, leadership at a Child Advocacy Center and CASA, and service on an FBI Human Trafficking Task Force, she connects policy to family outcomes. She argues for strengthening penalties for violent crime, auditing education spending to fund teacher pay without raising taxes, and expanding housing supply by curbing overly restrictive local zoning. On hot-button issues, she supports tighter abortion limits with narrow exceptions, legislative control of redistricting, and clear standards for data center incentives tied to energy, water, and community impact. She also outlines climate resilience through research-driven infrastructure and better disaster preparedness.If you want a policy blueprint with line-by-line positions on safety, schools, and growth, Johnson gives you a lot to evaluate. If you want a neighbor-first representative who promises responsiveness and district-led priorities, Al-Baghdadi makes a service-forward case. Find this helpful? Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a neighbor who's voting in District 17. Your voice moves North Carolina—what will you choose?Republican Ballot: NC Senate District 17 CandidatesSarah Al-Baghdadi: Sarahayyadlmc@gmail.com (no website or campaign finance reports filed)Shirley Johnson: Campaign Finance ReportFacebook/Instagram/TikTok/ShirleyJ007@gmail.com2026 Voters' Guide for Southern Wake CountyVoter Information (Register, Am I Registered?, Election Information) Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) Election Information (Absentee by Mail Voting, Early Voting, Election Day Voting) Closest Early Voting Locations February 12-28WE Hunt Recreation Center-Holly SpringsHilltop Needmore Town Park Clubhouse-Fuquay VarinaELECTION DAYTuesday, March 3 from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PMSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email NCDeepDive@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

Candidate for Senate District 23, WES ENOS, tells SIMON what motivated him to run for office, why he wants to serve the citizens of Eastern Polk County and how he sees the future of his community. There's also 1 specific thing he's done that Simon has never seen from another political candidate! Listen and find out what caught Simon's attention!

Jack Tibbetts is new to politics. He's a small farmer who owns a winery and raises cattle. He loves Oregon, sees what's going on, and wants to do something about it. He doesn't intend to make politics his career. He's a little old-fashioned in thinking; perhaps you serve for a couple of terms and limit yourself. I think you'll enjoy this refreshing candidate.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Media and its Democrats keep saying the ICE operations to arrest and deport illegal aliens is going to kill Republicans in the mid-term elections – but what does polling actually say? Do American really oppose aggressive immigration enforcement? A major poll has numbers that grossly contradict the leftwing narrative: More than 60% of midterm voters support deporting illegal immigrants, poll finds.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Texas Democrats get about a day to gloat over their surprise Senate District 9 special election victory before they devolve into a race war in their U.S. Senate primary contest: Colin Allred unleashes on James Talarico over alleged ‘mediocre Black man' comment Texas Democratic Senate primary erupts after Talarico accused of remark about ‘mediocre Black man' Democrat Talarico, who said God is ‘nonbinary', now says atheists are more ‘Christ-like' than Christian colleagues Houston Chronicle editorial, among the longest I have ever seen for an endorsement, tells Democrats they need to support Talarico because he's less extreme outwardly and talks like Democrats of old – Ha! He sure does…. “mediocre Black man!” Many Texas public schools seem to be supporting students leaving class for leftwing agitation events. This has to stop whether Left or Right, class time is class time. They can learn all their First Amendment rights outside of school hours.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The Steve Gruber Show | America Under Pressure: Security, Sanity, and the Fight Back --- 00:00 - Hour 1 Monologue 19:00 – Ryan Clancy, Chief Strategist at No Labels®. Clancy explains why Greenland matters strategically and economically on the global stage. He discusses how shifting alliances and resource access are reshaping U.S. interests in the Arctic. 27:48 – Dr. Steven Quay, physician-scientist and public health expert who has testified before the U.S. Senate on COVID origins, lab safety, and biosecurity risks. Dr. Quay discusses a Nipah virus outbreak overseas and why some airports are reverting to COVID-era screening measures. He explains what the public should understand about emerging infectious threats. 37:42 - Hour 2 Monologue 46:30 – Trent England, Executive Director of Save Our States. England breaks down President Trump's push for real price transparency. He explains how clearer pricing could empower consumers and expose hidden costs. 55:49 – J. Budziszewski, Professor of Government, Philosophy, and Civic Leadership at the University of Texas at Austin. Budziszewski discusses his book Pandemic of Lunacy and how logic and common sense are increasingly ignored. He explains how ideas once considered absurd are now treated as serious — and sometimes dangerous — public policy. 1:04:21 – Felix Lasarte, trusted real estate attorney to President Donald J. Trump and member of President Trump's Intelligence Advisory Board. Lasarte discusses President Trump's statement that Mexico will stop sending oil to energy-starved Cuba. He explains the geopolitical and energy implications of the move. 1:13:56 - Hour 3 Monologue 1:22:38 – Katie Heid, Assistant News Director at Michigan News Source. Heid discusses why Americans want safe neighborhoods and honest leadership. She argues Hollywood is out of touch and says the country is at a turning point where people are demanding truth and pushing back against extreme rhetoric. 1:32:30 – Sen. Lana Theis, representing Michigan's 22nd Senate District. Theis addresses Michigan's troubling ranking of 44th out of 50 states in reading scores. She outlines solutions centered on the science of reading to improve student outcomes. 1:41:21 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses a malpractice lawsuit won by a detransitioner against doctors and psychologists. The conversation explores accountability for irreversible medical procedures and the implications for future medical malpractice cases. --- Visit Steve's website: https://stevegruber.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stevegrubershow Truth: https://truthsocial.com/@stevegrubershow Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/stevegruber Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevegrubershow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevegrubershow/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Stevegrubershow Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/TheSteveGruberShow

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MDJ Script/ Top Stories for January 28th Publish Date:  January 28th Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Wednesday, January 28th and Happy Birthday to Jermaine Dye I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal Local student Mathletes to compete in Cobb County Math Contest Support Cobb law enforcement and get a state tax credit Lawmakers push transparency in school board public comments All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  BREAK: INGLES 9 STORY 1: Local student Mathletes to compete in Cobb County Math Contest Cobb County’s middle school math whizzes are gearing up for the local MATHCOUNTS competition on Feb. 28 at Marietta High School. Organized by the Cobb County Chapter of the Georgia Society of Professional Engineers, the event will feature teams from Dickerson, Dodgen, and Hightower Trail middle schools. These students have been prepping since fall—hours of practice, problem-solving, and probably a few late-night algebra sessions. The competition includes both individual and team rounds, with topics like geometry, probability, and statistics. Oh, and there’s a fast-paced oral round too—no pressure, right? Winners will snag prizes and move on to the state finals on March 9 in Buford. MATHCOUNTS, a national program, aims to spark a love for math in middle schoolers—because let’s face it, this is the age where kids either embrace math or start running from it. With 50,000 students competing nationwide this year, it’s a big deal. For details, check out www.mathcounts.org. STORY 2: Support Cobb law enforcement and get a state tax credit Tax season is here, and if you live in Cobb County, there’s a way to support local law enforcement and get a state income tax credit. Thanks to the 2022 LESS Crime Act (short for Law Enforcement Strategic Support Act), Georgia taxpayers can donate to approved public safety foundations and get a dollar-for-dollar credit on their state taxes. Here’s the deal: individuals can donate up to $5,000, couples filing jointly can give $10,000, and corporations can contribute up to 75% of their state tax liability. Statewide, there’s a $75 million cap, and each foundation can accept up to $5 million annually. The process? Register with the Georgia Tax Center, wait for approval, and send your donation within 60 days. Funds go toward training, equipment, officer wellness, and community programs. In Cobb, you can donate to: Cobb Sheriff’s Foundation Acworth Police Community Foundation Cobb County Public Safety Foundation Kennesaw Public Safety Foundation Marietta Police Foundation For links and details, visit their websites. STORY 3: Lawmakers push transparency in school board public comments  Cobb County lawmakers are pushing for more transparency in school board meetings with House Bill 989, which would require public comments to be broadcast or recorded if the rest of the meeting is aired. Rep. David Wilkerson said it’s about consistency: “If you’re showing the meeting, show all of it. Don’t cut out the tough parts.” The bill comes after Cobb’s school board stopped broadcasting public comments last year, sparking backlash from parents and lawmakers. Critics called it censorship; the board cited liability concerns. Rep. Solomon Adesanya said public comments are crucial for oversight: “If you only hear one side, you control the narrative.” The bill has bipartisan support, with Rep. Jordan Ridley also signing on. “Transparency matters,” he said. “If you’re broadcasting, show the good, bad, and everything in between.” Meanwhile, Ridley floated the idea of an independent audit for Cobb schools, similar to one he championed in Cherokee County. Cobb school board Chair Randy Scamihorn defended the district, saying claims of a lack of transparency are “absolutely false.” Still, he invited lawmakers to review their processes, adding, “No organization is perfect.” We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.  We’ll be right back. Break: INGLES 9 STORY 4: Cobb opens $24M joint police, sheriff firing range Cobb County just unveiled its shiny new $24 million firing range, and let’s just say—it’s a game-changer. Sheriff Craig Owens and Police Chief Dan Ferrell cut the ribbon Friday morning, joined by the Board of Commissioners, a crowd of officers, and deputies. The 65,000-square-foot facility, located next to the Public Safety Training Academy in Austell, replaces the old outdoor range that had been around for over 30 years. That one? It had a strict 8 p.m. curfew because of nearby neighborhoods. Now? Training can happen 24/7. The range features three separate areas, including a 100-yard precision range, and a high-tech 360-degree targeting system for realistic drills. Officers can train in low-light, no-light, and even less-lethal scenarios. Paid for with SPLOST funds, the range is a long-term investment in public safety—and a big win for Cobb County. STORY 5: Northwest Georgia voters to head to polls March 10 for federal and, now, state election Northwest Georgia voters are in for a political doubleheader on March 10. Not only will they pick a new state senator, but they’ll also decide if the former holder of that Senate seat, Colton Moore, should head to Congress. Here’s the backstory: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene resigned in January with a year left in her U.S. House term, triggering a special election for District 14. Moore, who represented Senate District 53 (Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Walker, and part of Floyd counties), stepped down mid-January to join the crowded race for Greene’s seat—22 candidates, to be exact. Qualifying for Moore’s old Senate seat runs Jan. 29 to Feb. 2. Voter registration closes Feb. 9, with early voting starting Feb. 16. If no one wins outright, expect a runoff on April 7. Buckle up, northwest Georgia—it’s going to be a busy ballot. Break: STORY 6: Chris Carr talks public safety in Cobb Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr didn’t hold back when he spoke to the Cobb County Republican Women’s Club on Friday. Public safety, he said, isn’t just about stopping crime—it’s about supporting law enforcement, tackling mental health, and improving education. And now, as a candidate for governor, he’s making his case. Carr highlighted his record: creating units to fight human trafficking, gangs, opioids, and organized retail crime. “Keeping people safe is the most basic job of government,” he said. “If families don’t feel safe, we’ve failed.” He shared staggering numbers—over 200 children rescued from trafficking, 115 gang members convicted—and warned about the fentanyl crisis, calling it a “war” fueled by Mexican cartels. His office recently seized 15 pounds of the drug, enough to kill millions. On education, he stressed the importance of literacy by third grade and slammed “woke progressivism” in schools. “Our kids aren’t social experiments,” he said. “Schools should teach reading, writing, and math—not radical ideology.” Mental health? Another priority. Carr called for more facilities statewide, saying jails shouldn’t double as treatment centers. He also floated limiting phones in high schools, blaming social media for worsening students’ mental health. When asked about gambling, Carr stood firm against casino betting, citing addiction concerns. On minors accessing pornography, he tied it to human trafficking and expressed fears about AI being used to exploit kids. Former Cobb GOP Chair Rose Wing praised Carr’s tough stance on drug cartels and said she believes he’d make a “great governor.” STORY 7: Woodstock native Bolt named assistant golf coach at KSU  Abigail Bolt, a former Woodstock High School star, is heading back to familiar turf—this time as the new assistant women’s golf coach at Kennesaw State. Owls head coach Ket Vanderpool, who worked with Bolt for three seasons at Georgia State, made the announcement Friday. Bolt, who played collegiate golf at Appalachian State from 2017-21, brings a mix of coaching chops and on-course expertise. At Georgia State, she helped lead the team to nine top-five finishes and four tournament wins. Before that? She honed her skills at Towne Lake Hills Golf Club, running junior clinics and managing tournaments. As a player, Bolt was a standout at Appalachian State, earning MVP honors her senior year and finishing with a 77.81 stroke average. Since graduating in 2021, she’s stayed active in the game, competing in amateur events and continuing to build her career in golf. We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: INGLES 9 Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. 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Senator Catherine Blakespear represents California's 38th Senate District, covering northern San Diego County and southern Orange County. Senator Blakespear is a lawyer and former journalist with local government experience and elected the State Senate 2022. She currently chairs the Senate Environmental Quality Committee— a committee that covers legislation related to environmental quality, air quality, water quality, climate change, and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).  Before entering state politics, Senator Blakespear served eight years in Encinitas city government, including six years as mayor. As a fourth-generation San Diegan, she's witnessed California's environmental challenges evolve firsthand—from local coastal access issues to regional air quality concerns to the transboundary environmental crisis at the Tijuana River.  In just three years in the Senate, she's authored 24 bills signed into law, tackling issues from plastic bag bans to gun violence prevention to solar energy tax protections.   Senator Blakespear has navigated the complex intersections of housing, transportation, climate action, and environmental protection—learning how policy decisions play out at different scales and how to balance competing priorities while advancing California's environmental leadership.  Thanks for listening, we hope you enjoy! 

Welcome to the Carolina Cabinet, the only homegrown conservative talk radio show in the region, where Peter Pappas and Laura Musler bring you smart, lively conversations from the heart of North Carolina. In this episode, we're joined by Caitlin Marsh, Republican candidate for NC Senate District 10 in Johnston County, aka "Goose," as she shares her vision, her passion for local issues, and her journey from single mom and domestic violence survivor to candidate on the ballot.We dive deep into the shifting political landscape in North Carolina, discussing the GOP's recent registration victory, the growing importance of independent voters, and challenges around affordability, property taxes, and housing. Caitlin Marsh pulls back the curtain on Johnston County's rapid growth, infrastructure struggles, and her commitment to farmland preservation and family advocacy. Plus, hear her take on tackling issues in local government, reforming family court, and what motivates her to push for change at the state level—even as the youngest woman to ever run for Senate in North Carolina.It's a candid, energetic roundtable full of sharp opinions, local flavor, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to the Cabinet, tune in for an hour of conversation that puts North Carolina's issues—and its people—at the center of the spotlight.

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Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas:The Texas House Democratic Committee reports a record $2.2 million fundraising windfall in 2025, fueled largely by the summer Democratic House quorum break: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/01/15/texas-house-democratic-caucus-2-2-million-fundraising/New Emerson College polling shows a nine point lead for Austin State Rep. James Talarico over Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in the Democratic race for Senate, while incumbent Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton remain in a low-scoring virtual tie: https://emersoncollegepolling.com/texas-2026-poll/...Congresswoman Crockett put on a masterclass in destroying conspiracy theories yesterday, taking on January 6th types: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyHS28RsmQU...While Rep. Talarico appeared this week on the New York Times' Ezra Klein Show: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/13/opinion/ezra-klein-podcast-james-talarico.htmlThe special election runoff for the Texas Senate in Tarrant County's Senate District 9 is increasingly seen as a bellwether for the following primary and general midterm elections: https://fortworthreport.org/2026/01/14/a-bellwether-election-tarrants-texas-senate-runoff-draws-national-attention/Local resistance in Hutchins, Texas is rising in relation to a massive planned "human warehouse" being developed there by Donald Trump's ICE. Initial report: https://baptistnews.com/article/trump-preparing-to-warehouse-immigrants-like-cargo/...And an update: https://baptistnews.com/article/update-on-proposed-human-warehouse-in-texas/Early voting in the March primary starts in mere weeks, on February 17 - the time to research your ballot is right now: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.texastribune.org/features/2026/texas-march-2026-primary-ballot/?_bhlid=7d8eca3d2a16adc7c9b44185414443fa32be6d84⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠See the full list of 2026 races and candidates, courtesy of Lone Star Left, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Check out our web store, including our newly-expanded Humans Against Greg Abbott collection: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://store.progresstexas.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Progress Texas is expanding into both broadcast radio - including a new partnership with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠KPFT-FM in Houston⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - and into Spanish language media! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and to our Spanish expansion ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Thanks for listening! Our monthly donors form the backbone of our funding, and if you're a regular, we'd like to invite you to join the team! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

On this edition of The Newsroom, we're speaking with Rebecca Trammel, a nonprofit founder, community organizer, and advocate for public education funding who aims to run as an unaffiliated candidate for North Carolina's Senate District 7. We asked about her decision to run without major party support — and where she lands on some contentious state-level policies.

Take 2 Podcast — Friday, Jan. 9, 2026Host: Heidi HatchGuests: Maura Carabello, Exoro Group; John Dougall, Former State AuditorHappy New Year and America's 250th anniversary year. 8 people shot, 2 killed outside LDS church in Salt Lake City neighborhood Nationwide protests after fatal ICE agent shooting in Minneapolis Newly elected municipal leaders sworn in Utah Political Updates Filing deadlines and racesThe filing deadline has come and gone.Rob Bishop is running for a seat after Utah Rep. Matthew Gwynn announced he will not seek re-election.Former Provo Mayor Kaufusi is running for county commission.GOP Rep. Trevor Lee faces a challenge from Davis County Commissioner Bob Stevenson in House District 16.Three Republican candidates have filed to challenge Utah Senate President Stuart Adams in Senate District 7.Sen. Dan McCay announced his re-election bid while Rep. Doug Fiefia filed to challenge him.Sen. Nate Blouin is running for Congress. Four Democrats have filed: Richard T. Whitney, Silvia Caten, Evan Done and Taylor J. Paden, with Colin Smith also in the mix.County clerk challenge in Utah County: incumbent Aaron Davidson vs. newcomer Corey Astille. Legal & LegislativeThe Utah Legislature filed a notice to appeal Utah's redistricting case with the Utah Supreme Court, seeking to keep the old maps in place.Congressional filing deadline is March. Another Democrat joined the congressional race, bringing the total to 10 listed on Ballotpedia, with Liban Mohamed as number 10.A state school board member announced she won't seek re-election, citing what she called a “corrupt” system.GOP priorities for the legislative session include a bill to ban cell phone use in schools from bell to bell.National & InternationalICE fatal shooting in Minnesota has led to nationwide protests, including in Salt Lake City.Nicolas Maduro captured (mention/source not verified in these notes — check if needed).Iran protests and internet shutdown.Trump administration weighing payments to Greenlanders to encourage closer ties with the U.S.Trump said his global power was limited only by his ‘own morality.'New York Times interview: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/08/briefing/trump-interview-oval-office-apple-ceo.html?smid=url-shareSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Tuesday, December 23 , 2025 - The Tara Show HOUR 1 1st - Democrats are losing their mind because Trump refuses to break the law 2nd - The illegal American is the highest form of life in America 3rd - Remember when Hillary Clinton walked out with a thumb drive 4th - New Trump Documents released by Senator Chuck Grassley HOUR 2 5th - Sydney Sweeney, uncancelled is starring in a Christmas movie 6th - Russia knows, they have evacuated diplomats from Venezuela 7th - Maryland Dad Kilmar Albergo Garcia is home for Christmas 8th - Joe Kent said 18k Terrorists were let into the country by Biden HOUR 3 9th - it's the #1 story in the country, Vince Sampella died in an accident 10th - The biggest threat facing the US is the same from 9-11, Islam 11th - Tara talking to Senate District 12 candidate Lee Bright 12th - GDP rose at an annualized rate of 4.3% in the 3rd quarter of 2025 HOUR 4 13th- In March 2025 it was reported that we were going to have a Tariff depression 14th- The US economy was stronger in 3rd quarter with Trump in office 15th- New study on Arachnophobia 16th- Drudge Headline March ‘25 - Worst stock market crash since depression

H3 - it's the #1 story in the country, Vince Sampella died in an accident, The biggest threat facing the US is the same from 9-11, Islam, Tara talking to Senate District 12 candidate Lee Bright, GDP rose at an annualized rate of 4.3% in the 3rd quarter of 2025

===== MDJ Script/ Top Stories for December 19th Publish Date:  December 19th    Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Friday, December 19th and Happy Birthday to Al Kaline I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal South Cobb mayors speak on accomplishments, future Jaha Howard wins runoff for Georgia Senate District 35 Cobb County staff trade desk work for Christmas carols Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on saturated fats As well as Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  Now here is Shane Delancey the Director of the Christmas Tradition at the Strand Theatre BREAK: THE STRAND STORY 1: South Cobb mayors speak on accomplishments, future  Three mayors, three cities, and a lot to reflect on. Austell Mayor Ollie Clemons, Mableton Mayor Michael Owens, and Powder Springs Mayor Al Thurman gathered at the Riverside EpiCenter to talk about 2025 wins and what’s next for 2026 during the State of South Cobb event. Clemons? He’s proud of Austell’s bold move to raise the millage rate for the first time in decades. “It’s about reinvesting in our community,” he said, pointing to plans for downtown revitalization and hiring a city manager—finally. Owens celebrated Mableton’s new departments and leadership team, calling 2025 a year of “building the foundation.” Next year? It’s all about community engagement and growth. Thurman highlighted Powder Springs’ shiny new city hall and parking garage, plus job-creating developments. His focus for 2026? Sustainable growth and leaving a legacy of leadership. STORY 2: Jaha Howard wins runoff for Georgia Senate District 35 Jaha Howard pulled off a narrow win Tuesday night, defeating fellow Democrat Roger Bruce in the runoff for state Senate District 35. Unofficial results show Howard, a dentist and former Cobb school board member, edging out Bruce with 51.9% of the vote to Bruce’s 48.1%. The seat, which covers parts of Cobb and Fulton counties, was left open when Jason Esteves stepped down to run for governor. Howard credited his win to personal outreach—hundreds of phone calls, he said, to build trust. “People want to feel heard,” he said. Bruce’s campaign struggled with name recognition, especially in Cobb. STORY 3: Cobb County staff trade desk work for Christmas carols  Glover Park got a dose of holiday magic Tuesday, thanks to Cobb County’s newest choir, “Cobb County Sonic Sound” (or, as they like to call themselves, “CoCo SoSo”). Led by Dr. Jatunn Gibson, head of the county’s Public Services Agency, the group—decked out in festive sweaters and holiday flair—belted out classics like “Joy to the World” and “White Christmas.” Oh, and they’ve got their own band too, all county employees. Between songs, they performed skits about elves saving Christmas. “It’s all about fun and camaraderie,” said Grace Williams, a choir member. “We’re connecting beyond work—and it’s a blast.” We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.  We’ll be right back. Break: Villa Rica Wonderland Train STORY 4: Jason Gaines named Mableton Citizen of the Year  Jason Gaines didn’t see it coming. This week, he was named the 2025 Mableton Citizen of the Year at the South Cobb Area Council meeting, and the surprise left him, well, a little speechless. “It just warms my heart,” Gaines said. “To know the work I’ve done is appreciated like this—it’s humbling.” Gaines, who’s the director of planning at Croy Engineering and chairs the Mableton Development Authority Board, was honored by Mayor Michael Owens. “Jason’s been a force,” Owens said. “His expertise and passion have shaped this community at such a critical time.” The guy’s résumé? Stacked. Leadership programs, board memberships—he’s everywhere. STORY 5: Anderson steps down as Walker football coach TJ Anderson pulled off something close to miraculous in 2025. With just 23 players—yes, 23—he guided Walker through a grueling 10-game season. The Wolverines finished 2-8, but they still earned a spot in the Class A-AAA Private state playoffs. Unfortunately, injuries piled up, and the team had to decline the bid. “We had to make the best decision for our kids,” Anderson said, reflecting on the tough call. But that season? It was his last. Anderson announced on X that he’s stepping down as Walker’s head coach after three years. “It’s been a journey,” he wrote, thanking the community and his family. BRAVES: Ha-Seong Kim is staying put in Atlanta—at least for another year. The 30-year-old shortstop signed a one-year, $20 million deal with the Braves on Monday, locking him in as the team’s starter for 2026. Not bad, considering he turned down a $16 million option just last month and walked away with an extra $4 million. Kim joined the Braves late last season, claimed off waivers from Tampa Bay on Sept. 1. He made an immediate impact, hitting .309 with a .372 OBP, three homers, and 12 RBIs in his first 19 games. Sure, he cooled off at the end—1-for-19 in the last five games—but the Braves clearly see his potential. Kim’s journey hasn’t been without bumps. Injuries sidelined him for much of 2025 with the Rays, where he hit just .214 in 24 games. But let’s not forget—this guy won a Gold Glove with the Padres in 2023 and has 84 career stolen bases. The Braves are betting on a bounce-back. And if Kim can channel his San Diego form, he could be a 3-4 WAR player. High hopes, but hey, the talent’s there. I'm Keith Ippolito and that’s your MDJ Sports Minute. And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on saturated fats We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: INGLES 8 Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at mdjonline.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Produced by the BG Podcast Network Show Sponsors: www.ingles-markets.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marion County Sheriff Kerry Forestal will run for the state Senate District 31 seat in central Indiana. The Indianapolis Local Education Alliance votes Wednesday on a plan to reshape how district and charter schools are governed. Indianapolis Public Schools is backing down in a legal fight with the state's attorney general over immigration. More than seven million borrowers will need to change repayment plans for federal student loans. An Indianapolis police task force released a report that breaks down efforts to get illegal guns and drugs off city streets. The Indiana Department of Health has launched a new drug overdose dashboard that expands access to key information.

Marion County Sheriff Kerry Forestal will run for the state Senate District 31 seat in central Indiana. The Indianapolis Local Education Alliance votes Wednesday on a plan to reshape how district and charter schools are governed. Indianapolis Public Schools is backing down in a legal fight with the state's attorney general over immigration. More than seven million borrowers will need to change repayment plans for federal student loans. An Indianapolis police task force released a report that breaks down efforts to get illegal guns and drugs off city streets. The Indiana Department of Health has launched a new drug overdose dashboard that expands access to key information. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

From thwarted New Year's Eve terror plots to America's hidden chocolate stashes, this episode covers the stories you can't ignore. We dive into the FBI's arrest of a terror cell linked to Iran and extremist groups, the complexities of illegal immigration and national security, and the staggering $10B lawsuit against the BBC for allegedly doctored January 6th footage.

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