The Bill Handel Show

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Handel on the News Jan 13, 2026

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(January 13,2026)

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Supreme Court takes up ‘monumental’ case about transgender athletes. Senator sues Pete Hegseth after censure over video insinuating ‘unlawful orders’ have been made. Apple asks Google to help bring more AI features to the iPhone.

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Americans’ New Year Resolutions | HHS News Dietary Guidelines Jan 12, 2026

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(January 12,2025)

Survey asked 1,000 Americans about their New Year resolutions. Gen Z’s lack of talking is harming their cognitive health. RFK Jr. & HHS recommended new dietary guidelines may create chaos with alcohol policy change-up. U.S. citizens are joining the military to protect undocumented parents.

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Fed Chairman Just Got Served | RIP Sprinkles Cupcakes Jan 12, 2026

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(January 12,2025)

The Trump administration launches probe of fed chairman Jerome Powell. OpenAI joins kids’ safety group for California chatbot ballot initiative. Hegseth’s fight against Kelly moves into untested legal waters. The rise and fall of the Sprinkles empire that made cupcakes cool.

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Handel on the News Jan 12, 2026

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(January 12,2025)

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Trump administration launches probe of fed chairman Jerome Powell. President Trump tells Cuba to ‘make a deal’ or face the consequences. U-Haul drives into crowd during anti-Iranian regime rally in Westwood, LAPD says. Doomsday plane landed at LAX Thursday.

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California Crime | IVF Treatments Covered Under New Law Jan 09, 2026

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(January 09, 2025)

Newsom uses ‘stats’ to counter President Trump’s claims about California crime. California insurers must cover IVF treatments under new law. Medical expenses are most common for crowdfunding donors, poll finds. Gifted dogs learn new words by eavesdropping, does yours?

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Healthcare Subsidies Passes House Vote | California Sues Trump Admin… Again Jan 09, 2026

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(January 09, 2025)

House passes bill to extend healthcare subsidies. Minnesota officials and Trump administration battle over investigation into Minneapolis ICE shooting. December jobs report, data set to cap off worst year of hiring in decades. California sues Trump admin…again… this time over $10BIL freeze in childcare funds.

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Handel on the News Jan 09, 2026

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(January 09, 2025)

Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. House passes bill extending ACA subsidies, bucking GOP leaders. Jonathan Ross identified as deferral agent who shot Minnesota woman. California completely drought-free for 1st time in 25 years after winter storms. Denmark, Greenland envoys met with White House officials over ‘takeover.’

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Russian-Flagged Oil Tanker Seized Jan 08, 2026

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In this episode, Bill touches on the US forces boarding and seizing a Russian-flagged oil tanker, part of a shadow fleet selling oil under the table. The conversation also delves into the tragic shooting of a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis during an ICE protest, and the differing views on the incident. Additionally, Bill explores the topic of rent control in LA with Joel Larson from 'How-To-Money', discussing its potential effects on housing affordability and the long-term consequences of such policies.

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US Withdraws from 66 International Organizations Jan 08, 2026

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Bill Handel discusses the big story of the shooting in Minneapolis, where a woman was shot by an ICE agent during a demonstration. He touches on the controversy surrounding the incident, including the differing accounts of what happened and the potential motivations behind the shooting. Bill also talks about the President's recent decision to withdraw the US from 66 international organizations and treaties, including the Paris Climate Agreement. Additionally, he previews Governor Gavin Newsom's State of the State address.

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Handel on the News Jan 08, 2026

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In this episode of Handel on the News, Bill discusses the latest news of an ICE officer shooting a woman in Minneapolis during an immigration crackdown. Bill shares his thoughts on the controversy surrounding the incident, questioning the quick labeling of the woman as a "professional agitator". They also touch on other topics, including the US pulling back from international organizations, Greenland, and more.

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