The Bill Handel Show

Jailed students, a cancelled commencement, and angry parents: USC’s Carol Folt takes on critics. The far-right plan to use civil rights law to disrupt the 2024 election. Manufacturing in Mexico is having a moment. The US is buying in and so is China. California passed a law to stop ‘pay to play’ in local politics. After two years, legislators want to gut it.

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. US college protests: Over 2,000 arrested during pro-Palestinian demonstrations. UCLA chancellor addresses community following demonstrator arrests. Conception captain Jerry Boylan sentenced to 4 years in dive boat fire that killed 34 people off Ventura County coast. Bombshell audio captures Trump and Cohen discussing supposed hush money ‘catch and kill’ plot. New California law will ban restaurant surcharges on customer bills, other fees. Eight tons of ground beef sold at Walmart locations nationwide recalled for possible E. Coli contamination. UMG and TikTok reach new licensing deal to end dispute.

Bill talks with KFI News Reporter Blake Troli about police dispersing UCLA pro-Palestinian encampments. Far right to use civil rights law to disrupt the 2024 election. Colleges love protests… when they’re in the past. America’s colleges are reaping what they sowed.

KFI News Reporter Blake Troli joins Bill to discuss the massive police operation breaching UCLA pro-Palestinian encampments. Blake goes on to speak on the ‘outside agitators’ of the campus protests. The House passes Antisemitism Awareness Act as GOP denounces campus protests.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King Join Bill for Handel on the News. Massive police operation breaches UCLA pro-Palestinian encampment makes arrests. UC president launches investigation into how UCLA handled violent demonstrations at pro-Palestinian encampment. House passes antisemitism bill with broad bipartisan support amid campus arrests. Arizona Senate votes to repeal Civil War era near-total abortion ban. The Fed keeps interest rates at a 23 year high for the 6th straight meeting. United Methodist Church lifts 40-year ban on LGBTQ clergy. Trump vows to crush ‘anti-white’ racism, DEI if he wins 2024 election.

Marjorie Taylor Greene’s exercise in vanity has failed. The Biden administration moves to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous. 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 an AI tool that can detect cancer with a drop of blood, whether intermittent fasting is bad for your heart, and the bird flu going from milk to beef and whether we can get sick from it.

Clashes break out at UCLA amid dueling protests between pro-Palestinian & pro-Israeli. Colleges are failing the free speech test. House GOP investigates funding for universities amid campus protests.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King join Bill for Handel on the News. Clashes break out at UCLA amid dueling demonstrations between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protesters. Columbia said it had ‘no choice’ but to call the police. Six-week abortion ban takes effect in Florida. Blinken holds high-stakes meetings in Israel as he ramps up pressure on Hamas to accept ceasefire deal. Johnson & Johnson will pay $6.5BIL to resolve nearly all talc ovarian cancer lawsuits in U.S. Officials looking to ban cashless businesses in Los Angeles. Supreme Court declines to block enforcement of age-verification requirements for porn sites.

KFI's own Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Tech Tuesday'! Rich talks about the FCC fining wireless carriers for sharing real-time location data, Peacock streaming raising its prices ahead of Olympics, Starlink superfast WIFI on Hawaiian Airlines, and social media companies having influence in political viewpoints. LA is hosting the Summer Olympics in 2028. 

College protesters want ‘amnesty.’ At stake: tuition, legal charges, grades, and graduation. How CEOs are preparing for possible employee protests. Google has already fired 50 employees for protesting the company’s relationship with Israel. Apartment developers in LA are slashing costs by getting rid of parking. Neighbors are concerned that the influx of renters will make it impossible to find street parking.

Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Middle East crisis live: Netanyahu says Israel will enter Rafah with or without deal as Hamas delegation leaves Cairo. Pro-Palestinian protesters take over Columbia University building. Why International Criminal Court has Israeli officials worried. California to buy an opioid overdose reversal drug. USDA says it is testing beef for H5N1 bird flu virus. US, Mexico to clamp down on illegal immigration, leaders say.

Even with the fed cuts, the days of ultralow rates are over. Less is more: The case for ‘slow productivity’ at work.  ‘Do They Have a Case’ with Wayne Resnick.

College protesters make divestment from Israel a rallying cry. What does that actually mean? The U.S. has a long history of college protests: Here’s what’s happened in the past. California law that ended single-family zoning struck down for 5 cities. A new California rule tries to hold down your health care costs.

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Biden discusses hostage deal, reiterates ‘clear position’ on Rafah invasion in phone call with Netanyahu on Sunday. Dueling Pro-Palestinian and counter protests on UCLA campus results in ‘physical altercations.’ Middle East CrisisBlinken meets with top Arab diplomats on Gaza war. Protestors in Southern California rally against DA George Gascon. Oklahoma tornado outbreak: At least 4 killed as threat of severe storms continues from Missouri to Texas. Birth rates in U.S. hit historic low, CDC data shows.

CNBC special correspondent Jane Wells fills-in for the Fork Reporter Neil Saavedra on this edition of ‘Foodie Friday.’ Jane talks about REAL Kona Coffee and ___. We’re gonna need a bigger number: Scientists consider a category for mega-hurricane era. This week’s ‘World in Review.’

Harvey Weinstein sex crime conviction overturned, and new trial ordered. USC cancels ‘main stage’ graduation ceremony amid protests, and valedictorian controversy. The Supreme Court appeared ready to reject Trump’s claims of immunity, but will Trump ultimately win? 

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. USC cancels main graduation ceremony over protests, valedictorian controversy. Supreme Court on Donald Trump’s immunity claims: Key moments, explained. Choose between stability and ‘downward spiral,’ China tells Blinken during Beijing trip. Biden and 17 world leaders call for release of hostages held by Hamas. TikTok ban: Chinese owner Bytedance denies it’s willing to sell as US ban looms. Allstate could resume issuing new California home insurance policies.

Host of ‘How to Money’ on KFI Joel Larsgaard joins the program to talk about whether Amazon is inflationary, 24/7 investing being floated, and Facebook Marketplace being a great tool for frugal folks, but beware of scams. Shooter Kyle Rittenhouse college tour on guns draws rebuke from victim.

Police arrest 93 people at USC amid Gaza war protests. Hamas and Iran throw support behind the college protests. Los Angeles makes progress but earns 25th straight F in air quality; nothing like the ‘smog sieges’ from the 1950’s to 1980’s. A settlement that will rewrite the way many real estate agents are paid in the U.S. has received approval from a federal judge.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King Join Bill for Handel on the News. USC closes campus after pro-Hamas protesters, police clash. Calls grow for Columbia University president to step down as protest spread nationwide. Biden says the US is rushing weaponry to Ukraine as he signs a $95BIL war aid measure into law. Arizona House votes to overturn 1864 abortion ban, paving way to leave 15-week limit in place. High-ranking advisor to L.A. DA Gascon hit with 11 felony charges. Man accused of shooting motorcycle deputy in West Covina charged; could get life in prison. Women are less likely to die when treated by female doctors, study suggests.

Congress passes TikTok sell-or-ban bill, but legal battles loom. AI-powered cameras on metro buses will help ticket parked cars. 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 weight loss & weight loss treaments.

An ‘impossible situation’: Why California hospitals are suing a major health insurer. Pro-Palestinian encampments and protests are growing at California universities. Weeks after $30MIL LA heist, this historic case remains unsolved. Study finds people think ‘old age’ starts later than it used to.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King join Bill for Handel on the News. Senate passes $95BIL package sending aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan after months of delay. Suspect in shooting of deputy in West Covina caught after DUI arrest in San Diego County. Getty House intruder was ‘targeting’ Los Angeles Mayor Karn Bass, according to DA George Gascon. Columbia University extends negotiations with student activists over dismantling encampment. Nearly 40% of people in the US live with unhealthy air pollution, report says.

Biden weighs giving legal status to immigrant spouses of U.S citizens. With public pressure mounting, state legislators get serious about stopping shoplifting surge. It’s not you. Califronia - Get hacked all the time the states top cybersecurity job is vacant. The new high-speed rail from LA to Vegas broke ground yesterday. How many people will actually ride it?

Mayor Bass’ ambitious housing program relies on LA’s wealthy. ABC News Tech reporter joins Bill for ‘Tech Tuesday’ to discuss META’s AI push, Tesla’s runaway Cybertrucks, and a chatty new app. California budget relies on rich taxpayers. We pay the price.

Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump hush money case: Testimony resumes in historic trial. Suspect in unprovoked deadly attack on woman on Los Angeles Metro identified. 150 arrested at New York University amid pro-Palestinian protests, NYPD says. Senate on track to pass $95BIL foreign aid package this week. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputy shot in back in West Covina area, rushed to hospital. Work starts on bullet train rail line from Sin City to the City of Angels.

Opening statements begin today in historic Trump criminal trial. Public pressure is mounting. State legislators are finally getting serious about stopping thew surge of shoplifting. ‘Do They Have a Case’ with Wayne Resnick.

Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer joins Bill to discuss Orange County having 7 of the top 10 safest cities in California. Supreme Court to debate whether cities can punish people who are homeless. Why did cars get so expensive? Columbia University faces full-blown crisis as Rabbi calls for Jewish students to “return home.”

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump trial: Opening statements to show the stark personal and political stakes in Trump’s first criminal trial. Intruder arrested after breaking into Getty House, official residence of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. Tensions are so high in Columbia ahead of Passover that all classes will be virtual today. McCaul commends Speaker Johnson’s transformation following foreign aid vote. US-Israel: Netanyahu vows to reject any US sanctions on army units.

KFI food enthusiast and Fork Reporter Neil Saavedra comes on the program to talk about _____. The show closes with this week’s ‘World in Review.’

Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran. Now what? A short history of Iran-Israel ties and why it turned bad after 1979 & a look at each of their air forces. The race to keep an Amtrak train from falling into the Pacific. As Avian Flu spreads, a disturbing question: is our food system built on poop?

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Isfahan explosions: Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, US official tells CNN. House GOP’s aid bills for Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan advance – with democrat’s help. Jet collision narrowly avoided at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. TikTok is in the hot seat once again in Washington. Gas prices on the rise in Southern California ahead. New $24 monthly fee proposed for many Southern California electricity customers. Two more insurance companies announce plans to leave California.

Host of ‘How to Money’ on KFI Joel Larsgaard joins the program to talk about the echo housing boom. Rising equity is great, but there are some downsides. He speaks on the ‘date the rate’ advice some agents were offering not being great as rates are likely to remain high, flat fee compensation structures are on the rise for financial advisers, and too many people say they don’t mind going into debt for fun. NPR suspends editor whose essay criticized the broadcaster. Host of ‘Later with Mo Kelly’ closes the Bill Handel Show talking about A24’s new AI-generated ‘Civil War’ ads generating a lot of controversy.

USC cancels valedictorian speech. Free speech experts fear USC is offering other schools the playbook on how to silence potentially controversial speakers at this year’s commencement season. O.J Simpson never paid the Goldmans the millions he owed them. Can they collect now? News Publishers Group urges government to investigate Google for blocking some California news outlets. How much is a vet visit? Behind the soaring cost of pet care.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King Join Bill for Handel on the News. Boeing whistleblower: ‘They’re putting out defective planes.’ 911 outages reported in parts of 4 states, including Las Vegas, officials say. “We will make our own decisions,” Netanyahu says. Lawmakers vote against hearing Arizona bill repealing abortion ban on House floor. California state senator introduces bill to make soliciting a minor for sex a felony. Ukraine aid bill: Johnson moving forward despite pressure from hardliners. Senate rejects impeachment articles against Mayorkas: NPR.

Bit by a billionaire’s dog. Is it now a case of extortion?  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 measles outbreak, a hemorrhoid crème killing a woman in California, and more than 1 in 10 children diagnosed with ADHD.

A federal judge has found that L.A. City officials doctored records in a case over homeless camp cleanups. The U.S. has come up with its own global strategy to thwart the next pandemic. Finding 12 impartial jurors who can render a fair verdict in the criminal trial of former president is a first for America’s court system.

SPECIAL GUEST Petros Papadakis & Amy King join Bill for Handel on the News. Whistleblower urges Boeing to ground all 787 Dreamliners after safety warning. Judge warns Trump, 7 jurors seated. Half of Iranian missiles launched at Israel were dud and nearly all the rest were taken out by US: report. House delivers impeachment articles against Mayorkas, calling for a trial. Tervortr Bauer sex assault accuser facing criminal charges. NASA takes ownership of space junk that crashed into Florida home. Federal judge denies request from a lonely “El Chapo” for phone calls, visits with daughters and wife.

KFI's own Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Tech Tuesday'! Rich talks about Tesla slashing price of self-driving software, a new wearable gadget that records your every conversation, AI girlfriends could be a $1BIL business, and Samsung tops Apple again for top smartphone maker. USC bans pro-Palestinian Valedictorian from speaking at graduation. California is suing Huntington Beach over voter IS measure.

Mayor Karen Bass delivers the State of the City last night. Here is what she said. Democracy dies behind paywalls: almost 80% of Americans avoid paywalls for a free option online. How a ‘miracle’ drug made health disparities worse. They’re called ‘game changers’ in the world of weight loss, but who can afford them. America is sick of swiping.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King join Bill for Handel on the News. Biden earned $620,000 in 2023, paid 23.7% in federal income tax. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass calls on city’s ‘most fortunate’ to help create more affordable housing. House GOP leaders plan to move on four separate bills as Johnson faces pressure over aid to Israel and Ukraine. Body of 4th Baltimore bridge collapse victim recovered as feds start criminal probe and others launch new investigations. Israel weighs response to Iran attack. Recruit firefighter killed on 101 freeway in Studio City; hit-and-run investigation now underway.

State and local governments are receiving billions of dollars in opioid settlements. They are not using it to help the opioid crisis. The home-solar boom gets a “gut punch.”  ‘Do They Have a Case’ with Wayne Resnick.

Israel attacked by Iran! Why? Now what? New accountability… failing to stop a criminal may land you in prison. Airline dress codes: the policies and how they’re enforced can be controversial. Welcome to the golden age of user hostility.

Amy King and SPECIAL GUEST Petros Papadakis join Bill for Handel on the News. Israel vows to retaliate after Iran’s attack: what could happen next? Iran issues fresh threat to U.S. LAPD increasing patrols around religious sites following Iran drone strikes in Israel. Today is TAX DAY for most Americans. Here’s what you need to know. What prosecutors have to prove in the Trump hush money trial. California granted Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for February storm recovery efforts. Measles case confirmed in visitor who traveled through LA County, health officials say.

KFI investigative reporter and host of ‘Unsolved’ Steve Gregory joins the Bill Handel Show to talk about ______ and what true crime story will be featured on his show this weekend. America is sick of swiping. The show closes with this week’s ‘World in Review.’

The OJ Simpson story. Feds say Shohei Ohtani’s ex-interpreter Ippei Mizuhara stole $16MIL. Did Shohei really have no knowledge? How safe are we when we step on a plane? Firearms intercepted, hundreds bypassing airport security and fake boarding passes.

Amy King and SPECIAL GUEST Petros Papadakis join Bill for Handel on the News. O.J. Simpson dies of cancer at age 76, his family says. US restricts travel for diplomats in Israel amid fears of Iran attack. Ippei Mizuhara, ex-interpreter for Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani, charged with bank fraud in sports betting case. Salmon fishing off California cost banned second year in a row. Measles outbreak puts elimination status at risk: CDC. CDC expected to alert doctors about fake Botox. The Fed might not be done raising interest rates just yet. Instagram to crack down on teen sextortion. California High-Speed Rail one step closer to acquiring nation’s first 220mph trains.

Host of ‘How to Money’ on KFI Joel Larsgaard joins the program to talk about salaries rocketing higher if you are going into the office, staying at your current job vs changing jobs, student loan forgiveness talks, and the FCC rolling out mandatory ‘nutrition labels’ for internet pricing. OJ Simpson has died. Host of ‘Later with Mo Kelly’ closes the Bill Handel Show talking about Paramount investigating claims Sylvester Stallone allegedly used disparaging language on ‘Tulsa King’ set.

Rising water costs prompts hikes in SoCal rates and taxes. More Americans are claiming tax benefits for looking after parents. The cost of owning a home is skyrocketing and looks like the new norm.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King Join Bill for Handel on the News. Danielle Cherakiyah Johnson posed about eclipse, apocalypse on social media in days leading up to Woodland Hills murder-suicide. President Joe Biden calls on Hamas to accept latest cease-fire deal. Israeli airstrike kills three sons of Hamas political leader in Gaza as ceasefire talks stutter. Stubbornly high US inflation grew stronger than expected in March. White House says it’s very concerned by China’s actions in the South China Sea ahead of key trilateral meeting. Shohei Ohtani’s ex-interpreter, Ippe iMizuhara, reportedly in negotiations to plead guilty in gambling scandal.

What we know about the Arizona abortion ban. Disneyland threatens lifetime ban for disability cheats. 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 why salt could be killing you, accelerated aging is being linked to cancer in younger adults, and resident doctors joining unions.

California spent billions on homelessness without tracking if it worked. Do we really want a food cartel? For the big players in the grocery industry, companies such as Walmart, the pandemic was a boom. Movie theatres have weird real estate… and it’s saving them. Gambling addiction hotlines say volume is up and callers are younger as online sports betting booms.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King join Bill for Handel on the News. Arizona State Supreme Court upholds near-total abortion ban from 1864. California spent billions on homelessness without tracking if it worked. Disney World, Disneyland overhauling Disability Access Service, DAS.  3,500 charged and $1.4BIL recovered in stolen COVID pandemic funds. Former Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias charged with 5 misdemeanor domestic violence counts. Typos fixed on Kobe Bryant’s statue in Los Angeles. James and Jennifer Crumbley trials: Parents of Oxford school shooter sentenced to 10 to 15 years.

A downtown restaurant is now charging a ‘security fee’ to all diners.. Vatican calls sex changes a threat to human dignity. CA sheriff blasts Newsom ‘failed leadership’ on crime. He has proposed a solution to fix the “disaster.” They work 80 hours a week for low pay. Now, Californian’s early career doctors are joining unions.

California could become first state to give workers a ‘right’ to disconnect. In praise of the 99 Cent Only Stores, L.A’s fair shake for all shoppers. ABC News Technology Reporter Mike Dobuski joins the show for 'Tech Tuesday' to discuss Tesla unveiling a robotaxi this summer, Spotify using AI, and the NY Times revealing insights about the data used to train large language models.

Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Dead infant, murder and fatal crash in LA County all connected – NBC Los Angeles. Date for Rafah ground offensive is set, Netanyahu says. Trump says abortion legislation should be left to states. Woman charged with 11 felony counts for smashing car windshields in L.A., Santa Monica. Spirit Airlines furloughs 260 pilots to save money. Tesla settles with Apple engineer’s family who said Autopilot caused his fatal crash. LA gas prices rise for 3rd week in a row; prices are at highest level since November! Mount Everest: Nepal to remove trash and dead bodies from world’s tallest mountain.

Bill talks with astrophysicist and astronomer from the Griffith Observatory Laura May Abron about the solar eclipse. They received accelerated approval, but 5 years later many cancer drugs still unproven.  ‘Do They Have a Case’ with Wayne Resnick.

Why Californians are fleeing the once Golden State. Being indispensable will no longer save your job. Are you willing to give up privacy for convenience? They’re calling it the ‘nuclear bomb of privacy’ at the ballpark. Would you go in debt to have fun this year? More than 1/3 Americans say they would.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King join Bill for Handel on the News. The total solar eclipse is today. Here is everything you need to know. Gov. Sanders declares state of emergency ahead of eclipse. Israeli military says is has withdrawn forces from Khan Younis after months of fighting. Boeing plane part falls off, strikes wing flap during takeoff in Denver: FAA. South Carolina gets revenge against Caitlin Clark and Iowa, wins 3rd WBB National Championship. A ticket sold in Oregon has won the nearly $1.33BIL Powerball jackpot.

KFI food enthusiast and Fork Reporter Neil Saavedra comes on the program to talk about 99 Cents Only Stores closing, Sun Chips giving away a new flavor for free during eclipse, and the restaurants that are exempt from the $30 minimum wage hike. The show closes with this week’s ‘World in Review.’

Amazon Sellers plagued by a surge of scams return. As obesity rises, big food and dieticians push ‘anti-diet’ advice. It took nearly 2 years for California deputies to release video and audio of the killing of an abducted 15-year-old.

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Biden to Netanyahu: Protect civilians or else. Israel dismisses 2 officers for strikes in Gaza that killed Word Central Kitchen aid workers. Western officials warn munition shortages could be catastrophic for Ukraine as US stalls on proving more aid. Biden to meet with relatives of bridge collapse victims while visiting Baltimore on Friday. Deputy sheriff in Southern California arrested on weapons, gang charges. Burglars steal $30MIL in cash from Los Angeles money storage facility – one of the city’s largest cash heists. Elon Musk’s X is back to giving out free blue checks. 99 Cents Only Stores is winding down business operations. White House directs NASA to create a standard time for the moon.

Inside the multi-million-dollar battle for gambling rights in California. Your doctor will ask about allergies, alcohol consumption, physical activity, and now… your gun. The new hotel essential: Easy access to take-out food Host of ‘Later with Mo Kelly’ closes the Bill Handel Show talking about Bambi going on a rampage in first teaser for Poohniverse movie “Bambi: The Reckoning.”

LA County faces $12.5BIL in climate costs through 2024.The ‘sleep divorce’ trend is growing, and couples are happier than ever.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King Join Bill for Handel on the News. Biden and Netanyahu call comes amid extreme mutual tensions and political pressure. Judge denies Trump’s motion to delay NY hush money trial until Supreme Court rules on presidential immunity. World Central Kitchen founder Jose Andres says Israel targeted staff in Gaza ‘car by car.’ Police arrest woman accused of smashing windows of parked cars with bricks in LA County. Disney trounces activist shareholders in a major win for Bob Iger. Dozens of migrants unexpectedly flown to Martha’s Vineyard can sue the transport company, federal judge rules. Pig kidney transplant patient leaves hospital.

Israel must no longer live by the sword. Netanyahu approval rating continues to go down. AI safety researcher warns a 99.999% probability AI will end humanity. Your doctor will ask about your gun now. Americans think they need $1.46MIL to retire comfortably.

ABC News Correspondent Tom Rivers joins the show to talk about the strongest earthquake to hit Taiwan in 25 years. Multigenerational housing is coming back in a big way. The couples embracing the dink label.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King join Bill for Handel on the News. Taiwan’s strongest earthquake in 25 years kills nine; 50 missing. World Central Kitchen: Foreigners among aid workers killed In Israeli attack, as Netanyahu calls strike ‘unintentional.’ Iran vows revenge as it accuses Israel of deadly airstrike on Syria consulate in deepening Middle East crisis. Biden and Xi speak for the first time since November summit amid global tensions. Economy airfares are rising, but travel is still a good deal. Taylor Swift lands on Forbes’ World’s billionaires list with $1.1B net worth.

Co-host of “This Week in Space” on the iHeart Radio app Rod Pyle joins Bill to discussnext week's solar eclipse and the James Webb Telescope finding baby planets. KFI investigative reporter Steve Gregory joins the show to talk about the cyber bust in the San Fernando Valley. The doctor will ask about your gun now… but should they?

Google pledges to destroy browsing data to settle “incognito” lawsuit. How Gen-Z (born 1997-2012) is becoming the toolbelt generation. We’re working less on Fridays than we used to, and that’s OK.

Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump secures $175MIL bond in New York civil fraud case. Google to delete billions of browser records to settle ‘incognito’ lawsuit. Florida 6-week abortion ban will soon become law, but voters will consider a constitutional amendment this fall. Biden administration set to greenlight $18BIL sale of F-15 fighter jets to Israel. Crews open temporary channel near Baltimore bridge collapse for essential vessels. First human infected with bird flu from cattle after outbreak in Texas.

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 about the CDC warning of an increase in bacterial illnesses that can lead to meningitis and possibly death. What is ‘patientsplaining?’ 70% of you do it with your doctor. He ends talking about California being the wild, wild west of cosmetic surgery and what that means. ‘Do They Have a Case’ with Wayne Resnick.

It’s here! Half a million fast food workers are getting a raise to $20 an hour today. America is divided over the weirdest thing… CHILD LABOR LAWS. School absences have exploded everywhere… why? It’s a cultural shift where school has now become ‘optional.’ Americans are YOLO (you only live once) spending and not saving anything for a rainy day… blame covid.

Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. Half a million California workers will get $20 minimum wage, starting today. Convoys begin for those stuck behind Highway 1 closures in Big Sur. More than 50MIL are under severe weather threat from Texas to Virginia with possible tornadoes, large hail and damaging wind gusts. Mass shooting outside Indianapolis mall leaves 7 injured, all children and teens, police say. Workers remove first piece of Key Bridge as salvage operation continues. AT&T says data of 73MIL customers found on ‘dark web’ includes Social Security numbers. Watch for $245 in rebates from Edison and SoCalGas thanks to climate credit.

KFI food enthusiast and Fork Reporter Neil Saavedra comes on the program to talk about South L.A. bracing for bigger bills at fast-food restaurants, Little Caesars new Crazy Puffs menu, and an Iconic ‘Star Wars’ treat coming to stores. The show closes with Handel’s ‘World in Review.’

It started with Bruce’s Beach… are Santa Monica and Chavez Ravine next? While lawyers get ready to deal with the Baltimore bridge collapse, will an obscure law called the ‘Titanic Law’ help the ship’s owner to limit liability. As SCOTUS debates access to the use of a pill for medical abortions, the case brought an obscure 19th century chastity law back to life. The push for a 4-day workweek might not be necessary. Why? We’re already working LESS on Fridays than we used to!

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Storm system expected to give Southland a wet Easter weekend. Biden Oks $60M in aid after Baltimore bridge collapse as governor warns of ‘very long road ahead.’ Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years for multi-billion-dollar FTX fraud. TikTok videos of women being punched in NYC lead to 2 arrests: NYPD. Elon Musk’s X tests ‘adult content’ label for X-rated communities.

Host of ‘How to Money’ on KFI Joel Larsgaard joins the program to talk about VISA & Mastercard reaching an agreement, what it means for consumers, and the growing retirement crisis. The feds want to study giving cash to renters. Will California be included? Host of ‘Later with Mo Kelly’ closes the Bill Handel Show talking about the decline in movie theatres.

Judge recommends John Eastman be disbarred in California for his role in Trump’s election plot. Los Angeles is trying to decide whether graffiti is a crime or a valued part of city culture. OC bookie is at the center of a gambling scandal. He thought a link to Ohtani would be good for business. Fast-food chains brace for California's big minimum wage jump.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King Join Bill for Handel on the News. Baltimore Bridge Collapse: 2 bodies found in submerged pickup truck following collapse. Coast Guard investigation of Dali and its cargo underway. White House confirms Netanyahu has agreed to reschedule delegation to discuss Rafah operation. Joseph Lieberman, senator and vice-presidential nominee, dies at 82. Disney and DeSantis have settled their yearslong dispute. Putin says Russia will not attack NATO, but F-16s will be shot down in Ukraine. Powerball jackpot climbing to $935M after no tickets sold match all numbers in Wednesday’s drawing.

Baltimore bridge crash investigators are examining whether dirty fuel played a role in the accident. Can Florida’s social media ban for minors work? 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 Baltimore bridge collapse from a first responder perspective.

After seeing the Baltimore bridge collapse, would California bridges withstand a hit? A list of major bridge collapses and ship crashes in U.S. history. Hospitals are adding billions in “facility” fees for routine care. Why film and TV production has been slow to return after strikes.

Neil Saavedra & Amy King join Bill for Handel on the News. Six workers presumed dead after crippled cargo ship knocks down Baltimore bridge. In Mifepristone abortion pill case Supreme Court judges seem Skeptical. Lawyer for Sean ‘Diddy’ calls Homeland Security raid in Los Angeles, Miami ‘gross overuse of military-level force.’ DJT, Trump Media and Technology Group stock skyrockets on Nasdaq. More California fast food chains announce changes ahead of minimum wage hike. Group files lawsuit to stop Dodger Stadium gondola project.

KFI's own Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Tech Tuesday'! Rich talks about Instagram limiting political content, Facebook asking users to set up a PIN, Florida bans social media for kids under 14, and the latest regarding the next iPhone software update. Why are Americans fighting over no-fault divorce? Maybe they can’t agree what marriage is for. 

Sean Comb’s home is raided by Homeland Security as part of a sex trafficking investigation. Are we all heading to Michigan? America’s climate boomtowns are waiting. Longtime KFI host and legendary broadcaster Phil Hendrie joins Bill to talk about his new documentary titled “Hendrie” being available on demand and “The World of Phil Hendrie” Podcast.

Amy King & Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Francis Scott Key: Baltimore bridge collapses after container ship collapses. Searches at Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ homes related to an ongoing sex trafficking investigation, law enforcement source says. UN Security Council Gaza cease-fire approved on resolution. Girl who fatally shot herself at sheriff station was foster teen who suffered mental crisis moments before, investigators say. Trump handed lifeline as appeals court slashes fraud trial bond and grants 10-day reprieve. Shohei Ohtani says he never participated in any sports gambling and accuses interpreter of ‘stealing money.’

Kate Middleton is having ‘preventative chemotherapy,’ what that means… also the alarming increase in cancer diagnosis among young people GUEST: Jim Keany, ER doctor at Mission Hospital
The growing movement to lock up your kid’s cell phone in school
Do They Have a Case’ with Wayne Resnick

If you call 911 for help in Orange County, you might be subjected to a brief quiz… here’s why.
Women are stopping birth control amid misinformation explosion
Shohei Otani to speak today….so what will he say? GUEST: Fred Roggin
The 1919 Baseball scandal – Black Box Scandal

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun will step down at the end of the year, the company announced Monday. Moscow attack: Russian court charges four men with act of terrorism.

HOUSE EXPECTED TO VOTE ON KEY GOVERNMENT FUNDING LEGISLATION HOURS AHEAD OF SHUTDOWN DEADLINE. MILLENIALS GAVE BIRTH TO “GENERATION ALPHA.” ARE THESE KIDS ALREADY DOOMED? THIS WEEKS “WORLD IN REVIEW”.

U.S., CALIFORNIA FILE ANTITRUST LAWSUIT AGAINST APPLE OVER SMARTPHONES. SOME SAY HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD RENOVATION COULD SIGNAL A NEW ERA.HISTORY OF HOLLYWOOD BLVD. NO LABELS, NO CANDIDATES: REJECTIONS PILE UP AS TIME RUNS SHORT.

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. House expected to vote on key government funding legislation hours ahead shutdown deadline.

JOEL LARSGAARD Host of “How To Money” Sunday 12pm-2pm @HowToMoneyJoel. 32-hour work week proposal. I'm all for individuals making the choice to work less and make less. But not terribly supportive of gov't caps on hours worked. Too many folks are underwater in their car loans. And then they trade that car in for a newer, nicer one, compounding the problem. How much should realtors get paid? Like it or not the way they get compensated is going to change. And we'll likely find that it's going to benefit consumers, making it cheaper to buy and sell a home. COSTCO QUIZ. EARLIER WITH MO KELLYHost of “Later, With Mo Kelly” M-F 7pm-10pm @MrMoKelly

CALIFORNIA VOTERS PASS PROP 1.WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? NEAR USC, STUDENT HOUSING IS RESHAPING THIS HISTORIC COMMUNITY. 80% OF HOUSE REPUBLICANS CALLED TO INCREASE THE AGE OF RETIREMENT.WILL SOCIAL SECURITY STILL BE AROUND WHEN YOU NEED IT? SECRETIVE FBI PROBE SEEKS RECORDS ON PREMIERE NAPA VALLEY WINERIES.

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Lawmakers unveil $1.2 trillion government funding package ahead of shutdown deadline.

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Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Congressional leaders announce deal to fund rest of government.

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