(January 01, 2026)

We could use a return to gallantry. 26 predictions for 2026. CEOs say they’re unplugging by canceling meetings and playing with Legos over the holidays. Viral ‘6-7’ tops 2025 list of overused words and phrases.

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(January 01, 2026)

Heather Brooker joins Neil Saavedra for Handel on the News while Bill is out. Los Angeles rain: New Year storm brings risk of major flooding. Around 40 killed, 100 injured in explosion in Swiss ski resort bar, police say. President Trump says he will be removing the National Guard from Los Angeles, Chicago, and Portland. LAFD leaders tried to cover up Palisades fire mistakes.  

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(December 31, 2025)

When should you take your Christmas decor down? Podcast tours are all the rage. Why robotaxis have created a new 'pink tax.' Key Hollywood storylines to watch in 2026. 

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(December 31, 2025)

The updated cost of the American Dream is $5 million. Space journalist covering NASA and planetary science Rod Pyle joins Neil to recap what went on in the outer limits in 2025. 

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(December 31, 2025)

Heather Brooker joins Neil Saavedra for Handel on the News while Bill is out on vacation. Emergency crews mobilized as storm bears down on California. Alleged fraud in Minnesota daycares: What we know about the investigation. Bodies of three hikers recovered from Mt. Baldy amid harsh weather. Disney to integrate Hulu and Disney+ in 2026.

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(December 30,2025)

KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Rich talks about his favorite apps of 2025. New laws coming to California in the New Year. Can Jollibee beat American fast food at its own game?

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(December 30,2025)

Starbucks doesn’t want to be on every corner in NY and LA anymore. What is says about you if you hate the New Year. Why you should probably skip Dry January. Analyzing TV hits and bombs w/ Heather Brooker.

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(December 30,2025)

Heather Brooker joins Neil Saavedra for Handel on the News while Bill is out on vacation. President Trump issues warnings to Iran and Hamas. Judge blocks release of rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner autopsy findings. Russia threatens Ukraine after alleged attack on Putin’s residence. Gusty Santa Ana winds bring downed trees and damage cities across Southern California.  

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(December 29, 2025)

Heather Brooker joins the show to talk about the biggest stories making the news in Hollywood in 20205. Plus, new CA traffic laws for 2026: From e-bikes to self-driving cars. Why are people so obsessed with Japanese convenience stores? Starbucks doesn’t want to be on every corner in NY and LA anymore. America’s affordability crisis is putting Aldi in the spotlight.

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