KFI White House correspondent Jon Decker joins Bill to talk about Trump’s trip to California. Gov. Newsom signs $2.5BIL bipartisan relief package to help Los Angeles recover and rebuild faster. Award-winning documentary film maker Peter Williams joins the show to discuss his latest documentary on World War II poets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Friday 01/24/25) Amy King and Neil Saavedra joins\ Bill for Handel on the News. Gov. Newsom signs $2.5BIL bipartisan relief package to help Los Angeles recover and rebuild faster from firestorm. Birthright citizenship: Judge blocks Trump’s executive order. Pete Hegseth [aid $50,000 to a woman alleging 2017 sexual assault. Israel and Hamas prepare for next round of hostage and prisoner releases.Trump signs executive order to release more JFK, RFK, MLK assassination files. See omnystudio.com/list...
Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to discuss Initial Trump impacts: the meme coin launch and return to the office orders for federal workers.and Marketwatch recommending a higher emergency savings fund right now. Should people have 9-12 months of expenses on hand instead of 3-6 months? Challenging birthright citizenship is a big test for the Constitution. Age verification law seek to protect minors from porn online, but some may actually do more harm than good. See omnystudio....
(January 23, 2025) Trump says he may withhold federal aid for Los Angeles if California doesn’t change water policies. Pentagon sending up to 1,500 active-duty troops to US-Mexico border. Amid a housing crunch, empty offices in downtown Los Angeles appeal. Trump wants to buy Greenland… why and how? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(January 23, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Hughes Fire chars nearly 16 square miles of trees and brush north of Los Angeles. Pentagon is sending 1,500 active-duty troops to help secure the US-Mexico border. Congress passes immigrant detention bill in first legislative win for Trump. TikTok’s parent company is in active discussions about a deal, board member says. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Tariffs: Products and companies most at risk. The U.S joins Iran, Libya and Yemen as the only four countries not party to the world’s main climate pact. Dr. Jim Keany, Co-Director of the Emergency Room at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Bill about the FDA approving new nasal spray for depression and heart health habits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(January 22, 2025) In Western Altadena, where 17 died, Eaton fire evacuation order was delayed. Many residents with disabilities can’t flee on their own… Could a database help? Why all California homeowners could be on the hook for LA County wildfire costs. Huntington Beach declares itself ‘non-sanctuary city.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(January 22, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. In Western Altadena, where 17 died, Eaton fire evacuation order was delayed. Trump pardons J6 rioters and dismisses cases. Trump orders all federal diversity, equity, and inclusion employees placed on paid leave starting Wednesday. With rain in the forecast, city works to shore up burn areas. Huntington Beach Mayor Pat Burns wants city to be declared ‘non-sanctuary city.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...
(January 21, 2025) LA wildfires coverage shows why local TV news matters in crisis. Los Angeles’ ash problem. Tourists love Los Angeles… will the fires change that? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(January 21, 2025) Key notes in Trump’s Inaugural address. Here’s what polls show Americans think about some of Trump’s major actions. Mike Johnson proposes conditional wildfire aid for California, Los Angeles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(January 21, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump issues sweeping pardon of supporters charged in J6 Capitol riot. GOP lawmakers pledge to investigate Biden’s last minute pardons: ‘Call them all before Congress.’ Senate votes to confirm Marco Rubio as secretary of state, first Trump Cabinet official to be approved. Elon Musk comments on salute controversy. Vivek Ramaswamy to leave DOGE and launch a run for Ohio governor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
The author of ‘The JFK Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill Kennedy’ Brad Meltzer joins the show. Donald Trump Sworn In as 47th President See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Second Inauguration of Donald Trump. Number of executive orders signed by U.S president 1789-2025… What is an Executive Order? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(January 20, 2025) Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. When in Donald Trump taking office? Gaza Ceasefire: Israel releases 90 Palestinian prisoners. Biden pardons Fauci, Miley, and members of the Jan. 6 Committee. Trump promises ‘brand new day’ at pre-inauguration victory rally. Trump expected to sign more than 50 executive orders day one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban-or-sale law set to start Sunday. How the L.A fires could exacerbate California’s homelessness crisis. ’Ask Handel Anything.’ After the fires, bidding wars and cutthroat demand take over L.A.’s rental market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inside the DWP’s battle to keep water flowing as the fire exploded. Here are the 11 things Trump promised to carry out on day 1 of his presidency. What does containment actually mean? Palisades and Eaton fires update. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Friday 01/16/25) Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. Israel-Hamas ceasefire: Netanyahu says deal to release hostages is reached. Biden administration weighed options with impending TikTok ban, but decision will likely fall to Trump. ‘We are not bluffing’: California AG Bonta says charged are coming for looters, price gougers. State Farm pulls Super Bowl commercials, shifts focus to supporting L.A wildfire victims. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
(Thursday 01/16/25) Los Angeles County hosts One Voice Media Briefing presenting the latest updates on impacts from the windstorm event affecting the Los Angeles region, including wildfires, power outages, road conditions and other updates. Host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard joins the show to talk about fire victims’ scams and homeowners' insurance. How the LA fires could exacerbate California’s homelessness crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
What’s in the Hamas-Israel ceasefire and hostage release deal? Insurers’ rule change puts California homeowners on the hook for LA fire. Fire destroyed livelihoods of gardeners, nannies, housekeepers in hours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Thursday 01/16/25) Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. Negotiators agree to long-awaited ceasefire and hostage deal for Gaza. Biden delivers farewell address, warns of ‘oligarchy’ taking shape in America. State Farm to offer renewals to policyholders affected by LA fires. LA County health officer issues order prohibiting removal of debris from Palisades., Eaton fire areas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(Wednesday 01/15/25) Los Angeles County hosts One Voice Media Briefing presenting the latest updates on impacts from the windstorm event affecting the Los Angeles region, including wildfires, power outages, road conditions and other updates. Dr. Jim Keany, Co-Director of the Emergency Room at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Bill about· PTSD after wildfires, medications that increase risk of falling, and why fitness matters mo...
(Wednesday 01/15/25) Can fire-torn Los Angeles handle the World Cup, Super Bowl, and Summer Olympics? Pink flame retardants are being used to slow the fire… What do we know about them? KTLA Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show to talk about Loti, a great resource for dealing with your insurance company. Rich also speaks on DriveSavers pledging free data recovery for fire victims, and helpful tech for natural disasters. L.A. fires have added another concern for potential and current EV owners...
Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. More than 6 million in LA remain under critical threat as high winds last through Wednesday. LA fires could cost more than $150BIL, estimate says. Destroyed Pacific Palisades school seeks temporary learning space for students after devastating fire. L.A City Council moves to bar some evictions amid fire emergency. Palisades fire victims sue LADWP over water supply issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
The Latest: Los Angeles wildfires press conference regarding: - Palisades (Pacific Palisades) - Eaton (Altadena) - - Auto (Ventura) - Kenneth (West Hills) - Hurst (Sylmar) - Creek (Tujunga) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How well-intentioned policies fueled Los Angeles fires. National Weather Service Meteorologist Bryan Lewis joins the show to discuss the nature of last weeks unusual Santa Ana wind event, what qualifies wind conditions to be called ‘PDS’, and what the forecast is for us today. Bill speaks with Gene Gable, a spokesman for Wings of Rescue, an animal rescue group that helps relocate shelter animals during disasters, and what they are doing to help during the Los Angeles wildfires. See omnystudio.co...
Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. L.A Fires: Most serious weather warning issued for parts of region. Crews stop forward progress of fast-moving brush fire in Ventura County. DA announces wildfire looting, arson arrests; life sentences possible. California Wildfires: Governor Gavin Newsom adds Los Angeles wildfire relief, recovery to ‘Trump-proof’ special; session agenda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
The Latest: Los Angeles wildfires press conference regarding: - Palisades (Pacific Palisades) - Eaton (Altadena) - Kenneth (West Hills) - Hurst (Sylmar) - Creek (Tujunga) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
‘Will Pay Any Amount:’ Private firefighters are in demand in Los Angeles… not just for the rich, who else hires them? ABC News correspondent Alex Stone joins the show to share the latest regarding the Los Angeles wildfires. Newsom suspends environmental rules to ease post-fire rebuilding. California fires reveal limits of city water systems for firefighting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Death toll from the Eaton and Palisades fires climbs to 24, officials say. Newsom suspends environmental rules to ease post-fire rebuilding. LA fire arrests: Man dressed as firefighter caught burglarizing homes in Malibu area during California fires, sheriff says. Charges against alleged arsonist, looters to be announced, DA Hochman says. 100,000 sign petition demanding LA Karen Bass resign over fire response. See omnystudio.com/listen...
Los Angeles wildfires press conference regarding: - Palisades (Pacific Palisades) - Eaton (Altadena) - Kenneth (West Hills) - Hurst (Sylmar) - Creek (Tujunga) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
