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University of Iowa surgeon Dr. Ramy El-Diwany performed the first robotic living donor nephrectomy, which will lead to more precise surgeries and quicker recovery for kidney donors. UIHC hopes this will mean more living kidney donations. On this News Buzz edition, Ben Kieffer speaks with Dr. El-Diwany, but first, we get a legislative update from Statehouse reporter Katarina Sostaric, Clark Kauffman shares a recent First Amendment case in Newton, and we meet one of the Coralville residents who organized against the city's recently rescinded AI-camera contract.

In the final hour, Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by Score reporter Chris Emma to discuss how both Illinois and Indiana made progress in legislation Thursday on Bears stadium bills. He also discussed the latest news coming out of the NFL Combine in Indianapolis and shared insight into Bears receiver DJ Moore's trade market. After that, Holmes and Herron discussed if the Bears will find trade partners for receiver DJ Moore, linebacker Tremaine Edmunds and defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr.

Happy Friday, Madison! It's time to round up the news of the week. The City Cast Madison team is digging into happenings at the statehouse, including Assembly Speaker Robin Vos's announcement that he won't seek reelection and the partisan battle over school funding. Plus, after winning the gold in Milan, Badger women's hockey players have found themselves entangled in a controversy with the president.  Also, nominate us for Best of Madison! (Please

Big Tech is hiding behind the First Amendment to profit while their algorithms drive our children toward depression and suicide. In this episode of The Narrative, Aaron, David, and Mike expose how these giants are fighting to keep parents out of the room while they harvest the attention of minors. Countries like the UK and Australia are already moving to ban these platforms for children under 16. These giants fought the "Social Media Parental Notification Act" in court and won a temporary reprieve from a federal judge. CCV is back at the Statehouse to hold these platforms accountable through HB302. After the news, Associate Professor Wilfred Riley joins the guys to discuss how mid-level bureaucrats are rebranding the poison of DEI as "belonging" or "togetherness" to stay entrenched. Learn how the Deep State functions at the GS-level and why the Left's mechanical drift only stops when we actively dig the ideologues out of the mole holes. They also tackle the rising threat of the "Woke Right" and why identity politics is a trap that abandons objective truth. From the absurdity of "pregnant men" to the weaponization of language, the hosts unpack why we cannot give an inch to word games that defy biological reality. More about Wilfred Reilly Wilfred Reilly is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Kentucky State University, and the author of the books "Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me," "Taboo: 10 Facts You Can't Talk About," and "Hate Crime Hoax." Reilly, alone or in combination with others, has published more than 100 articles across both national media and academic outlets - including Administration and Society, Academic Questions, National Review, Commentary, Newsweek, Spiked UK, and Quillette. His research interests include international relations, contemporary American race relations, and the use of modern quantitative methods to test "sacred cow" theories like the existence of widespread white privilege. Off work, he enjoys dogs, archery, basketball, and Asian cooking. Learn More about the Minnery Fellowship The Minnery Fellowship provides ongoing educational opportunities for pastors and church leaders to dive into the practical issues facing Christians in culture and develop, with a cohort of their peers, biblical strategies and messages to respond. Get the details and sign up at MinneryFellowship.org.

Episode 431 of Boss Hog of Liberty is available now. Host voices are Jeremiah Morrell, Zach Burcham, Forrest Plank, and Bones Harcourt. The Indiana general assembly is wrapping up. Governor Braun is polling around 25% and Todd Rokita seems to want his job. Indiana is banning cell phones in schools. It also seems like they will be banning camping for homeless people. The Bears Stadium deal is now law. America won gold in men's and women's Hockey, and the IndyCar season starts this weekend. Next Episode records on Thursday 3/7, with the candidate series! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hailey's Law passes at the Statehouse, new school cell phone state law coming and the Hammond Bears? My guest this week is John Wechsler, CEO of Spokenote, a Fishers based firm, all this week on Fridays With Larry

Good morning, Indiana School Leaders — As the General Assembly moves toward adjournment, the pace at the Statehouse has accelerated. Conference committees have dominated the week, and final votes may still be occurring as this message reaches you. In this week's Legislative Update Podcast, I focus on legislation that has officially crossed the finish line. At the time of recording, Governor Braun has signed four bills we've been following into law. Below you'll find direct links and a brief summary of each. ✅ HEA 1035 – Permissible Unsupervised Activity Author: Representative Teshka This new law defines "independent activity" and clarifies that a child is not considered a Child in Need of Services solely because a parent allows age-appropriate independence — including walking, biking, playing outdoors, remaining at home, or remaining briefly in a stationary vehicle. While not an education-specific bill, this legislation shapes the broader child welfare framework impacting our students and families. ✅ HEA 1195 – High School Equivalency Diplomas Author: Representative Davis This legislation extends pilot timelines through 2028 and requires students pursuing a High School Equivalency diploma to: Complete the Indiana Career Explorer program Complete a DOE-approved readiness assessment Effective upon passage. This reinforces structure and accountability within alternative diploma pathways. ✅ HEA 1325 – Special Education Author: Representative Pfaff HEA 1325 requires the Department of Education, in collaboration with the Indiana Department of Health, Department of Child Services, and the Office of the Secretary of Family and Social Services, to collect data and make recommendations regarding: Residential placements Developmental preschool Special education services With next year being a budget year, this data-driven approach positions Indiana for more informed conversations about special education funding and service alignment.     ✅ HEA 1036 – Children in Need of Services Author: Representative Wilburn This law requires the Department of Child Services to have in-person contact with an alleged victim before: Concluding an abuse or neglect assessment, and Dismissing or terminating a pending CHINS case. Given recent statewide discussion around DCS processes, this legislation strengthens procedural safeguards. School leaders — often mandatory reporters and partners in these cases — should be aware of this procedural shift. As session concludes, remember: IASP will continue monitoring conference outcomes and agency guidance and will provide additional updates as final language settles. Thank you for your leadership, your advocacy, and your steady presence for Indiana students.  

The Capitol Journal team breaks down Day 17 of this 2026 legislative session from the State House. Todd welcomes Alabama High School Athletic Association Executive Director Heath Harmon to discuss recent decisions and preview the Final Four.

Two bills designed to enforce federal immigration policy through SNAP and Medicaid have been approved by the Oklahoma House and sent to the Senate.

Laurence Holmes and Anthony Herron were joined by Score reporter Chris Emma to discuss how both Illinois and Indiana made progress in legislation Thursday on Bears stadium bills. He also discussed the latest news coming out of the NFL Combine in Indianapolis and shared insight into Bears receiver DJ Moore's trade market.

A busy day in the State House full day of committee meetings & floor action. Todd's guests: Newly named House Majority Whip James Lomax Rep Adline Clark & Miss Auburn University Ashlyn Powers who are advocating for disability awareness

David Haugh and Clay Harbor welcomed on Jon Greenberg of The Athletic to discuss Indiana taking another step forward in its pursuit to lure the Bears across state lines. He also discussed the key decisions that loom for the Bears in the coming weeks.

The Statehouse funneled down bills being considered last week with their first major deadline. Reporters Erin Murphy, Katarina Sostaric and Robin Opsahl share the bills that are still alive — from expanding a ban on LGBTQ+ topics in schools to limiting the governor's power — and those that died.

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It's been a busy first half of the Kansas legislative session, and even more busy when the Chillin' team also has to cover some happenings outside the Legislature. Then add in some technical difficulties that we hope have been straightened out. Regardless, we're back and ready to talk about the biggest legislative accomplishment so far this year: an anti-transgender bathroom bill that also bans gender marker changes for state identification.

Policy doesn't move because of one meeting or a flashy stat—it moves when people align around a mission, build trust over time, and show up with care and consistency. We sit down with government affairs pros Anthony Kukura (Boundless), Casey Davison (Roberti Global), and Kelly Keyes (Kallner & Associates) to lift the curtain on what truly works on Capitol Hill and in statehouses.We explore why alignment across partners is the first step to meaningful wins, how to root relationships in trust instead of transactions, and Casey's “four Cs” framework—care, consistency, candidness, collaboration.  You'll hear how federal policy like Medicaid sets the rules of the road while states control implementation, and why smart advocates work both levels to turn broad mandates into local impact. The team shares tactics to localize data and elevate lived experience—bringing self-advocates and families into the room, leaving a sharp one-pager behind, and following up with clarity. (hint: handwritten notes!) We get real about administration changes and election cycles, with practical contingency planning and bipartisan relationship building to stay effective when power flips. We also tackle misconceptions on both sides: nonprofits fearing the process is “too big,” and policymakers seeing nonprofits as charity rather than essential infrastructure. This episode also included two mission moments to spotlight how inclusive networking reshapes opportunity.If you're a nonprofit leader or advocate looking to make your next meeting count, this conversation gives you a clear playbook—what to do, what to avoid, and how to persist with purpose. Enjoy the episode, then subscribe, share with a colleague, and leave a quick review to help more mission-driven teams find it.Send a text

It's been a busy first half of the Kansas legislative session, and even more busy when the Chillin' team also has to cover some happenings outside the Legislature. Then add in some technical difficulties that we hope have been straightened out. Regardless, we're back and ready to talk about the biggest legislative accomplishment so far this year: an anti-transgender bathroom bill that also bans gender marker changes for state identification.

On this Newsbuzz edition, host Ben Kieffer speaks with guess and journalists from around Iowa about the news of the week, including the first funnel deadline at the Statehouse, how Iowa libraries became political lightning rods, the risks of lead in hunting, funding of the 988 crisis line and more.

We're covering a busy week in Alabama government & politics, from the State House in Montgomery to the Capitol in Washington. Steve Flowers joins Todd in studio to discuss the issues of the week, including the latest on the 2026 elections.

We're covering a busy day in the State House as the Legislature completes the 14th day of session. Todd welcomes State Rep. Laura Hall to discuss her legislation regarding parole and her memories of the late Jesse Jackson.  

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Rio Grande Foundation President, Paul Gessing, gives us the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the 2026 New Mexico Legislative session. He analyzes the benefit to New Mexicans of the key bills that ultimately passed, and summarizes the bills that didn’t make it through. The Rio Grande  Foundation provides free resources for voters and politicians to increase liberty and prosperity for all of New Mexico! Visit https://riograndefoundation.org/freedom-index/ for information about how your representatives in the State House and Senate are voting to support your interests. For informative analyses and commentary on critical issues in the news, visit https://errorsofenchantment.com/. The post Paul Gessing appeared first on ABQ Connect.

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Tonight on NJ Spotlight News, an ongoing debate over an immigration detention facility in Roxbury has been creating confusion among state and local leaders.   Plus, the funding has been restored, but has work started back up at the Gateway Tunnel project? We'll talk to the head of the Gateway Development Commission.   Also, we get the latest from the State House on a series of bills aimed at protecting immigrant rights.   And, from vaccine rates, to CDC changes and a possible new flu vaccine, we'll get you the latest from a health expert. 

We're covering a full day of committee action in the State House, plus another House leadership update. Gordon Stone of the Higher Education Partnership joins Todd at the desk to promote Higher Ed Day tomorrow at the State House.

An ICE detainee has died while in custody at the Miami Correctional Facility north of Kokomo. Lawmakers in the House and Senate have merged competing bills involving the consolidation of Township governments. Tensions are rising at the Statehouse over a proposal to overhaul the oversight of Indianapolis Public Schools. A commercial turkey flock in Sullivan County has been hit with bird flu, the first case in southwestern Indiana in a year. The wellbeing of children in Indiana has improved according to an annual assessment. Indiana lawmakers propose new penny-policies, after President Donald Trump ordered the U.S. Mint not to make the once cent coins last year. 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.

Jason Mann — chair of the Alabama Sexual Risk Avoidance Coalition — joins Greg to break down a major education policy debate unfolding in Montgomery, Alabama. Mann will explain sexual risk avoidance (SRA) — a prevention-focused approach that emphasizes The Success Sequence and why his organization is advocating that it be the model permitted in Alabama public schools that teach any form of sex education. Jason will talk about the policy goals behind the measure, how the coalition believes it will impact health outcomes and family values, the political response at the Statehouse, and what happens next in the legislative process. Listeners will gain insight into both the substance of the bill and the broader debate over sex education in Alabama schools.

Greg gives an update from the Alabama Statehouse about two particular bills that passed they Committee meetings and a change in Republican House Leadership

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 17, 2026: we sit down with Senate Minority Brad Hutto and House Minority Leader Todd Rutherford about the legislative session so far and what they hope to accomplish in a Republican supermajority Statehouse; two big national Democrats are heading to the Palmetto State later this month; and more!

We trace how the Flint Hills Regional Leadership Program builds servant leaders who think bigger than their zip code and act locally with speed and empathy. Alumni form deep networks, serve on boards, fuel civic conversations, and find purpose that anchors long-term community impact.• origins in 1980s agricultural leadership and 1990s regional expansion• 683 alumni to date with seven-county reach• sharp rise in women leaders and cross-sector diversity• visits to the Statehouse to build civic fluency• systems thinking and collaborative decision-making• lifelong networks that support personal and professional growth• alumni service on boards, councils, and commissions• application window May 15 to July 15 at FHRLP.org• Eileen Cray Memorial Scholarship covering up to 50 percent of tuitionTo get signed up to find out more, the website is FHRLP.orgGMCFCFAs

Listen in as America’s most attractive audio engineer and her host survey biblical and doctrinal illiteracy and the consequences thereof from the State House to the White House, to your house. We’ll talk about the Southern Baptist publishers at Lifeway … Continue reading →

Ohio is taking a unique action to make it safer for work crews on the state's highways. Ohio Statehouse Scoop Host Jo Ingles talks with Matt Bruning at the Ohio Department of Transportation about a new pilot project involving crash trucks that are designed to protect work crews from errant drivers. Later, Ohio Public Media Statehouse News Bureau Chief Karen Kasler and Reporter Sarah Donaldson join Jo to discuss the latest in political campaigns and legislation under consideration at the Statehouse, including an update on the effort to halt a new state law that goes into effect and regulates intoxicating hemp and THC products.

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Welcome to another lively edition of Carolina Cabinet, Cumberland County's smartest hour of talk radio. On today's episode, Peter Pappas and Laura Musler sit down with State House candidate Janene Ackles for a spirited and candid conversation about community, politics, and the challenges facing rural North Carolina.They kick things off with some lighthearted banter about "Snowmageddon" and the quirks of Fayetteville weather, then dive into deeply local issues—access to healthcare, transportation, and food deserts in underserved areas like Cedar Creek and Grace Creek. Janene Ackles shares her passion for community advocacy, outlining practical solutions such as mobile clinics and increased resource awareness, and highlighting her work with grants and nonprofit support.The conversation doesn't shy away from tough topics—renters' rights, affordable housing, and even the contentious debates around abortion and women's rights. Throughout, Janene Ackles emphasizes her approach to politics: running for the people, not against anyone, and striving for solutions that serve all Cumberland County residents regardless of party or background.Tune in as the hosts challenge, support, and debate with Janene Ackles, exploring what it means to build community, bridge political divides, and prioritize respect in public discourse. This episode is packed with thoughtful perspectives, practical ideas, and plenty of spirited dialogue—you won't want to miss it.

Casey Fields and Jake Broom discuss the history of South Carolina's Act 388, as well as the law's effect on tax millage increases and how it impacts the current discussions on property taxes at the State House.

Greg with Lee Tate,Pastor of Benton Baptist Church in Lowndes County about his visit with ALCAP to the Alabama State House.

Presidents and athletic leaders from Boise State and Idaho are meeting Thursday morning in the Statehouse to deliver football news - could the Boise State-Idaho series be back (what do fans think of that?), preview of the 2026 Pac-12 football schedule release, is DeMarcus Lawrence the most accomplished former Bronco in the NFL, Bob takes a deep dive into the Mountain West basketball race in Bronco Focus, New Mexico coach Jason Eck on North Dakota State moving into the Mountain West - and what does that mean for college football in the West, Johnny's emotions while watching the Seahawks' Super Bowl paradeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for February 9, 2026. The topics for The State House Report with State Senator John Keenan includes the Senator assessing what's happening on Beacon Hill as the new year kicks off the second half of the session — from the latest on the Bettor Health Act, to Governor Healey's $63 billion dollar  FY2027 budget, plus updates on proposed cellphone bans in classrooms.  Monday Night Talk is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass and Alcoholics Anonymous. Do you have a topic for a future show or info on an upcoming community event? Email us at mondaynighttalk@gmail.com If you're a fan of the show and enjoy our segments, you can either download your favorite segment from this site or subscribe to our podcasts through iTunes & Spotify today!  Monday Night Talk with Kevin Tocci, Copyright © 2026.

Presidents and athletic leaders from Boise State and Idaho are meeting Thursday morning in the Statehouse to deliver football news - could the Boise State-Idaho series be back (what do fans think of that?), preview of the 2026 Pac-12 football schedule release, is DeMarcus Lawrence the most accomplished former Bronco in the NFL, Bob takes a deep dive into the Mountain West basketball race in Bronco Focus, New Mexico coach Jason Eck on North Dakota State moving into the Mountain West - and what does that mean for college football in the West, Johnny's emotions while watching the Seahawks' Super Bowl paradeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The recent disappearance and death of Fishers teen Hailey Buzbee has prompted Indiana lawmakers to amend legislation. State lawmakers, businesses and community advocates came together last week to discuss issues affecting the more than six-hundred thousand Latinos in the state. Court officials, including judges, could receive added layers of security. Nick McKinley will fill former Senator Andy Zay's seat at the Statehouse. Rivers otters could soon be seen romping around Eagle Creek Park. 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.

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the latest development in the spat between White Sox legend Frank Thomas and the franchise.

We talk to Tina Turner who is Republican Candidate for Indiana House District 57 (Looking to get Craig Haggard’s seat that he is vacating.) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vermont's faith community rallies behind a pastor from Uganda that federal immigration authorities detained Wednesday morning, plus details on Statehouse legislation that would change Vermont's legal cannabis retail marketplace.

Send us a textWhat actually leads a policy idea into becoming a clean-water milestone? We take you behind the scenes with Danielle Giannantonio, Senior Manager of State and Federal Legislative Affairs & Grants at the NEORSD, to map the practical path from bills to budgets to better infrastructure. Danielle shares how a Statehouse page job led to legislative aide work, a crash course in clean-water issues at Ohio EPA, and ultimately a role where relationships, timing, and clarity determine whether good ideas stick.Our conversation dives into PFAS, those "forever chemicals" that water utilities passively receive. We also dig into affordability and make the case for a permanent LIHWAP program to stabilize households and utility operations alike. Danielle's work also tracks policy that touches our utility's daily mission: employment issues, IT, drones, AI, and more. She walks us through the playbook for proactive advocacy and how trade associations can amplify local voices in D.C.Acronyms used in this episode:LIHWAP - Low Income Household Water Assistance Program, provides funds to assist low-income households with water and wastewater bills.LIHEAP - Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, provides federally funded assistance to reduce the costs associated with home energy bills, energy crises, weatherization, and minor energy-related home repairs. PFAS - Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl SubstancesWQIS - Water Quality & Industrial Surveillance

After the recent disappearance and death of 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee from Fishers, state lawmakers said they are considering creating a new alert system for missing children. Indiana leaders will give “extra” scrutiny to Medicaid and other federally funded, state-administered social services programs as part of a new entity focused on fraud, waste and abuse. Noblesville Schools says it's facing a budget deficit and will lay off some staff in the coming weeks to save more than three million dollars a year. The City of Indianapolis' effort to purchase a downtown heliport, which they're expected to use for a proposed soccer stadium, is on pause. Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston says lawmakers are moving quickly to pass legislation to lure the Chicago Bears to Indiana. 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.

This week's Legislative Update Podcast takes a slightly different approach. Instead of a full bill-by-bill recap, the episode highlights something just as important—school leaders using their voices at the Statehouse. Two Indiana principals testified this week on Senate Bill 78, sharing practical, real-world perspectives on implementation and reminding us that when principals speak, policymakers listen. I encourage you to take a few minutes to listen to this week's episode. Thank you for continuing to stay engaged in the legislative process. Your voice and perspective matter—especially as these bills continue to move forward. Sincerely, Cindy Long

President Donald Trump is following through on a promise to do everything he can do defeat Republican Senators in Indiana who voted against redistricting. Over the past week, the president has issued a slew of endorsements to often times little known, underfunded challengers. Can Trump's blessing make the difference? And what will the fallout be for Trump if voters reject his seal of approval? Rob Kendall, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, and Jim Merritt discuss on Statehouse Happenings. (1/28/26)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.