The Bill Handel Show

(September 18, 2026)

New Los Angeles fraud cases allege bribery and theft at homelessness agency. Is Orange County running out of cash for their cops? Anthropic says its chatbot Claude is taking over the work of building its own successor. The three dreaded words no one wants to hear… What for dinner?

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(September 17, 2026)

Amazon’s next move could reshape how America shops… again. The volatile finances of airline pilots, America’s unpredictable millionaires. More than 100,000 people in Japan are now aged 100 or older. College athletes used to live in dorms, now they’re buying million-dollar homes.

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(September 17, 2026)

Global economy is running out of wiggle room. LAUSD faces tough choices: Which schools to close, update or rebuild as enrollment dives. The online predator next door: Feds hunt down L.A. members of child sex abuse network.

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(September 17, 2026)

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. What Kevin Warsh said about the Fed’s first rate hike since 2023. House to adjourn early, stave off Hegseth impeachment vote. Federal judge limits immigration arrests without warrant in Southern California.

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(September 16, 2026)

American businesses have no idea how to set prices right now. Newsom signs standards for homes damaged by wildfire smoke. Gulf Arab states explore new options as U.S bases fail to deter Iran. The surprising new way to find friends and true love? Your Costco card.

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(September 16, 2026)

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. 3 dead after news helicopter reporting for NBC L.A crashes while covering fatal bus collision. Iran war cost hits $38BIL. Nick Reiner won’t get death penalty if he’s convicted of killing parents Rob and Michele.

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(September 15, 2026)

KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Rich talks about warnings that AI could end humanity. Why scandals don’t bring down politicians anymore. College athletes used to live in dorms… now they’re buying million-dollar homes.

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(September 15, 2026)

EPA eliminates rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. Bessent says the U.S. can grow its way out of the debt crunch… what would it take? Some activists want dogs taken away from skid row homeless… the city says its complicated.

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(September 15, 2026)

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Supreme Court blocks sweeping mail ballot restrictions for midterm elections. Newscum says he won’t run for president if Harris does. EPA eliminates rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants.

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(September 14, 2026)

Europe unites to pressure Israel, breaking with U.S. Why are Americans so tired? CDC report highlights who is feeling it most. Overwhelmed Los Angeles parents are hiring house managers to tame chaos. Hollywood fears an AI future… China is already living it.

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(September 14, 2026)

Yemen’s Houthis seize more key islands in the Red Sea, tighten grip on shipping routes. AI could possibly end humanity… how are humans supposed to process that? Groceries, gas, and rent: Why it’s so expensive to live in Los Angeles. A growing number of restaurants are moving to ban phones… here’s why it’s a good thing.

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(September 14, 2026)

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Oil rises after Saudi Arabia shut down pipeline that bypasses Hormuz. President Trump $5K dividend checks to Americans will ‘happen 100%.’ Dem rep urges Johnson: ‘Bring us back to Congress’ to discuss AI. Amazon halts operations with 21 Air after Miami cargo plane crash.

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(September 11, 2026)

IT’S FOODIE FRIDAY! The Fork Reporter Neil Saavedra starts the hour talking about America’s infatuation with pumpkin spice, Trader Joe’s new Fall bakery item, and good trans fats.

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(September 11, 2026)

Takeaways from the GOP midterm convention. Remembering 9/11: 25 years of transformation and resolve. September 11th shaped their lived, but they don’t remember it. Hollywood fears an AI future, China is already living it.

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(September 11, 2026)

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. Federal bulletin issued ahead of 9/11 anniversary warns foreign terrorist groups continue to encourage attacks. Houthis seize key Yemeni port of Mocha in drive to take control of Red Sea coast. New police arrests, firings for Flock misuse after our investigation.

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(September 10, 2026)

As $1BIL Luces Museum is set to open, contractor sued over unpaid bills. Swiping makes it easy to pay and forget how much you’re spending. Every time you drive, your car has a chance to get famous.

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(September 10, 2026)

Political world erupts as AI researchers warn ‘extinction’ threat. Pensions were on the brink of extinction… now companies are bringing them back. Los Angeles’s homeless authority is put on notice it will have to compete to save itself.

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