On today's episode:

• Michael Pretti, father of Alex Pretti, is searching for answers after his son is killed during a protest against ICE in Minneapolis.
• Federal and state officials both claim moral high ground in immigration crackdown after shooting.
• A person has been shot, killed by federal officers in Minnesota amid immigration crackdown.
• 'A Team' of real estate brokers faces sex crimes trial in New York.
• US security agreement for Ukraine is '100% ready' to be signed, Zelenskyy says.
• Gunmen open fire at soccer field in central Mexico, killing 11 and wounding 12.
• Thousands of flights canceled as major winter storm moves across the US.
• Stranded by winter weather Here’s what airlines owe you.
• Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new trade deal with China.
• Vance touts the Trump administration's record against abortion at a Washington rally.
• US carries out first known strike on alleged drug boat since Maduro's capture.
• How Macron's Davos sunglasses spoke to the politics of friction with Trump.
• Justice Department says Jack Smith report on Trump investigation 'belongs in dustbin of history'.
• Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder on the FBI's 'Most Wanted' list, has been arrested.
• Texas Black man exonerated nearly 70 years after execution in case marked by racial bias.
• Prosecutors charge five people in connection with the shooting of an Indiana judge and his wife.
• Wall Street drifts as Intel tumbles and gold's price rises to another record.
• New England and Seattle win on Championship Sunday to set up Super Bowl showdown, the NBA postpones games due to a massive winter storm, a defending champ is ousted at the Australian Open and the world’s top golfer gets his first win of the new PGA Tour season.
• Ferry sinks in Philippines with over 350 on board.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:

• Donald Trump's second first year's theme is determination, AP reporters say.
• Canada's Carney fires back at Trump after Davos speech.
• Minnesota gears up for a mass anti-immigration enforcement protest despite the dangerous cold.
• UK's Starmer slams Trump remarks on non-US NATO troops in Afghanistan as 'insulting' and 'appalling'.
• Iranian prosecutor denies Trump's claim 800 prisoners were spared execution.
• Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder on the FBI's 'Most Wanted' list, has been arrested.
• Homicide rate declines sharply in dozens of US cities, a new report shows.
• TikTok finalizes a deal to form a new American entity.
• On the AP Religion Roundup, arrests over a church ICE protest, Nigeria church kidnappers demand ransom, and Catholicism shrinks in Latin America.
• Centuries of love letters go on display at the National Archives in London.
• Sharks are famous for fearsome teeth, but ocean acidification could make them weaker.
• Animal advocates rush to save more than 200 dogs in Mississippi before winter storm.
• Broncos star Nik Bonitto says the team has full confidence in backup QB Jarrett Stidham.
• Former NFL player Kevin Johnson killed at homeless encampment, medical examiner says.
• What to know about two fatal train crashes in Spain.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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Malawi rolls out cholera vaccines as rains and floods raise the threat of deadly outbreaks.

On today's episode:

• Iran's protest crackdown continues as Trump says US 'armada' approaching.
• Millions of Americans prepare for potentially catastrophic ice storm. Here’s what the numbers show.
• Lawyer for fired Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore seeks to have the charges dismissed.
• US completes withdrawal from World Health Organization.
• Canada's Carney fires back at Trump after Davos speech.
• Vance's message in Minneapolis Local officials must cooperate with the immigration crackdown.
• Ukraine's Zelenskyy says his repeated warnings to Europe feel like 'Groundhog Day'.
• Smith defends his Trump investigations at a public hearing, saying, 'No one should be above the law'.
• Immigration officials allow suspect in $100M jewelry heist to self deport, avoiding trial.
• 'Sinners' makes history, setting Oscars nomination record.
• Jury finds Chicago man not guilty of circulating $10K bounty on life of top Border Patrol leader.
• Rhode Island may ditch Mr. Potato Head license plates after Hasbro's move to Boston.
• US stocks climb some more after Trump calls off his tariffs for Greenland.
• Average US long-term mortgage rate edges higher, but still near lowest point in more than 3 years.
• A big upset in women’s college basketball, one former MVP teams up to best another in the NBA, top tennis stars prevail at the Australian Open, the world’s No. 1 golfer starts strong, an NFL coaching hire and MVP finalists and a pair of All-Star trades in baseball.
• Ravens hire Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter as head coach.
• Mets acquire ace pitcher Freddy Peralta from Brewers in trade.
• The AP NFL MVP finalists are Allen, Lawrence, Maye, McCaffrey and Stafford.
• Giants OF Jung Hoo Lee stopped briefly at LAX because of missing travel documents, AP source says.
• Zelenskyy slams European response to Russia's war as Ukraine is caught in its own ‘Groundhog Day’.
• NATO chief Mark Rutte's shows he's the 'Trump Whisperer' after Greenland diplomacy with Trump.
• EU leaders gather to chart a new course for transatlantic ties after Trump threats over Greenland.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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On today's episode:

• Trump rolls out his Board of Peace at Davos, but many top US allies aren't participating
• Former Uvalde officer acquitted in trial over police response to Robb Elementary attack
• Immigration enforcement arrives in Maine as a court freezes restrictions on tactics in Minnesota.
• Republicans and some Democrats back contempt for the Clintons in House Epstein probe.
• Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says.
• Trump cancels tariff threat over Greenland, says NATO agreed to 'framework' of future Arctic deal.
• Trump in Davos says NATO should allow the US to take Greenland but he won't use force.
• Ukraine endures a bitter winter after Russian attacks as peace efforts overshadowed.
• Lawmakers can sue to ensure release of Epstein files, but not as part of Maxwell case, judge says.
• Supreme Court seems inclined to keep Lisa Cook on Fed board despite Trump attempt to fire her.
• EU chief says Trump's threats challenge Europe's security and prosperity, ahead of emergency summit.
• Astronauts say space station's ultrasound machine was critical during medical crisis.
• From the NFL sidelines to a US Senate race Michele Tafoya's new play.
• US stocks recover half of the prior day's plunge after Trump calls off Greenland-related tariffs.
• A former baseball MVP is staying put in the Big Apple, a star receiver for an eliminated NFC playoff squad is on his way out, injury updates ahead of NFL Championship Sunday, and three notable Americans are among the second-round winners at the Australian Open.
• Rory McIlroy says LIV and PGA Tour 'too far apart' to strike a deal.
• Judge grants Duke's bid to block QB Darian Mensah's transfer until Feb. 2 hearing in contract fight.
• Ex-Alabama player Charles Bediako, who played in NBA G League, gets temporary college eligibility.
• Danish leader says kingdom can't negotiate sovereignty after Trump's Greenland about-turn.
• Campaigning starts for Bangladesh's first national election after Hasina's ouster.
• Ryanair CEO dismisses Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline as verbal feud escalates.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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On today's episode:

• Trump will talk domestic policy at Davos, where his quest for Greenland could overshadow other goals.
• Divisions emerge among western European nations over Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza.
• U.S. envoy says he will meet Putin and Ukrainian delegation.
• Another train crashes in Spain, killing 1 person, days after fatal high-speed collision.
• FTC says it will appeal Meta antitrust decision.
• Air Force One returns to Washington area due to minor electrical issue, White House says.
• Trump-appointed prosecutor who pursued indictments against the president's foes is leaving post.
• Trump's recaps his first year back in office with winding remarks, paper tossing and impressions.
• Justice Department subpoenas Walz and others in immigration enforcement obstruction probe..
• Top EU official questions Trump’s trustworthiness over Greenland tariff threat.
• New Mexico judge orders release of actor Timothy Busfield from jail pending child sex abuse case.
• Democrat Mikie Sherrill sworn in as New Jersey governor with defiant tone against Trump.
• NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and US Sen. Bernie Sanders rally with nurses on ninth day of strike.
• Police search for suspect in the shooting of an Indiana judge and his wife.
• Wall Street sinks as Trump threatens 8 European countries with tariffs over Greenland.
• Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery to make it an all-cash transaction.
• Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones are headed to Cooperstown, the Mets land an All-Star center fielder in a trade, a triple-double from a Lakers star leads a comeback win, a top five upset in college basketball and top stars advance at the Australian Open.
• Iran's top diplomat issues most direct threat yet to US as crackdown over protests squeezes nation.
• Death toll in Spanish train collision rises to 40 as authorities fear more bodies could be found.
• Trump slams UK deal to hand over Chagos Islands after he previously backed it.
• Russia batters Ukraine's power grid again as officials seek momentum in US-led peace talks.
• Israeli crews begin bulldozing UNRWA headquarters in east Jerusalem.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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On today's episode:

• Greenland and threat of Trump tariffs loom over Davos.
• Trump ties his stance on Greenland to not getting Nobel Peace Prize.
• Islamic State group claims attack on a Kabul restaurant that killed 7, including a Chinese national.
• AP Source says Fed Chair Powell to attend Supreme Court argument on Cook case.
• ICE says an immigrant who died in a sprawling Texas detention facility killed himself.
• DOJ vows to press charges after activists disrupt church where Minnesota ICE official is a pastor.
• Pro-Greenland protesters mock Trump's MAGA slogan with 'Make America Go Away' caps.
• Russian court sentences an American to 5 years on charges of illegally transporting arms.
• $1 billion gets a permanent seat on Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza, as India and others invited.
• Sending soldiers to Minneapolis for immigration crackdown would be unconstitutional, mayor says.
• Judge rules feds in Minneapolis immigration operation can’t detain or tear gas peaceful protesters.
• Why Bernice King sees MLK Day as a 'saving grace' in today's political climate.
• AP learns that acting President Delcy Rodríguez of Venezuela has been on DEA's radar for years.
• Venezuelan opposition leader is confident about return of democracy but says little of her plans.
• Defendant in Charlie Kirk's killing asks judge to disqualify prosecutors.
• California protester left blind in one eye is among string of violent run-ins with federal agents.
• Tesla granted more time in US investigation into its self-driving tech.
• Supreme Court will hear appeal by maker of popular Roundup weedkiller to block thousands of lawsuits.
• Trump takes the unusual step of thanking Iran for canceling executions of political prisoners.
• Valentino, fashion designer to the jet set, dies aged 93 in Rome.
• Kianna Underwood, former Nickelodeon star, killed in hit-and-run.
• 100 vehicles pile up in Michigan crash as snowstorm moves across the country.
• Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia's 1st female governor in historic inauguration.
• 8-year-old girl who went missing on Navajo Nation found dead Friday.
• Drunk driver gets 24 years to life in prison for killing 4 people at July 4 barbecue in NYC park.
• US flu activity fell for a second week. But experts worry the season is far from over.
• Indiana concludes perfect season on top with CFP title, three NFL teams make coaching moves, NBA All-Star starters are announced, a unanimous No. 1 and Caitlin Clark’s former team climbs the college basketball rankings, and two top stars advance in tennis’ first major of the year.
• Djokovic equals two all-time records and wins his 100th match at Australian Open.
• College football leaders debate playoff expansion ahead of Friday deadline from ESPN.
• NASCAR community mourns driver Greg Biffle, 6 others killed in plane crash at memorial service.
• Bo Bichette and the New York Mets agree to a $126 million, 3-year contract, AP source says.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:

• How will climate change reshape the Winter Olympics: The list of possible host sites is shrinking.
• US overdose deaths fell through most of 2025, federal data reveals.
• At-home STD tests offer new options for screening and treatment.
• 6 puppies treated for a suspected opioid overdose in Washington will find new homes soon.
• Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the US controlling Greenland.
• A hard-line cleric in Iran calls for executions over protests, a red line for Trump.
• Cuba launches mass demonstration to decry US attack on Venezuela and demand Maduro's release.
• Harry Styles announces first album in 4 years, 'Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.'
• Mummified cheetahs found in Saudi caves shed light on lost populations.
• Pennsylvania contest celebrates the much-maligned but enduring mullet.
• Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford talks about having an All-Pro season at age 37.
• On this week's AP Religion Roundup, a priest turned DJ spins up faith and Pope Leo meets with Venezuela’s opposition leader.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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On today's episode:

• Canada agrees to cut tariff on Chinese EVs in return for lower tariffs on Canadian farm products.
• Venezuela's Machado says she presented her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump during their meeting.
• The man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk is due back in court Friday.
• Trump isn't waiting for future generations to name things after him. It's happening now.
• Trump threatens to use the Insurrection Act to end protests in Minneapolis.
• Fear and anger spread after another immigration shooting in Minneapolis.
• US seizes sixth sanctioned tanker it says has ties to Venezuela in Trump's effort to control its oil.
• Postal Service unveils new Muhammad Ali stamp in champ's hometown.
• Ailing astronaut returns to Earth early in NASA's first medical evacuation.
• Wikipedia inks AI deals with Microsoft, Meta and Perplexity as it marks 25th birthday.
• Wall Street steadies as chip stocks bounce back and oil prices ease.
• Minifridge recall expands to 964,000 Frigidaires after fire reports.
• Average US long-term mortgage rate hits the lowest point in more than 3 years.
• Los Angeles strikes again with another major free agent signing in baseball, the defending NBA champs secure a road win in Houston, ex-college hoops players are among those charged in latest betting investigation, a star NFL quarterback is injured ahead of a big playoff game and the PGA Tour returns.
• Kyle Tucker agrees to a $240 million, 4-year contract with the World Series champion Dodgers.
• Former NCAA players and fixers charged over rigged basketball games, prosecutors say.
• Clayton Kershaw not quite done pitching, will play for US in World Baseball Classic.
• Social media platforms removed 4.7 million accounts after Australia banned them for children.
• A South Korean court sentences Yoon to 5 years in prison on charges related to martial law decree.

—The Associated Press

About this program

Host Terry Lipshetz is managing editor of the national newsroom for Lee Enterprises. Besides producing the daily Hot off the Wire news podcast, Terry conducts periodic interviews for this Behind the Headlines program, co-hosts the Streamed & Screened movies and television program and is the former producer of Across the Sky, a podcast dedicated to weather and climate.

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