Inside Edition for Monday, May 6, 2024

Fierce fighting continues in Ukraine where Russian forces still have not taken the capitol of Kiev - despite their supposed superior military firepower. The war is clearly not going as Putin had presumed it would...and he's not been seen since a photo op over the weekend. However, Volodymyr Zelensky is boldly letting the Russians and the rest of the world know where he was…taunting Putin and vowing to remain in Ukraine however long it takes to win. And President Biden today announced a ban on all imports of Russian oil and gas. And he's calling the expected rise in gasoline prices “Putin's price hike.” Even before the embargo was announced, gas prices hit a new price per gallon record. But there are some things you can do to lessen the sticker shock. Plus, one of the benefits of some home security systems is the ability to see the camera output in real time. And when one woman saw a burglary in progress at her own apartment, she was able to yell at the suspect. As Les Trent reports, that scared him away before he cleaned out the place. And a couple just made it out of Ukraine with their new baby. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Mar 202222min

The crisis in Ukraine continues. The U.N. reports at least 1.7 million Ukrainians have managed to escape their home country. Meantime, the U.S. and NATO has been sending anti-tank weapons into Ukraine - but not soldiers. However, as Steven Fabian reports, former U.S. military are heading to Ukraine and volunteering to stand alongside that country's military to fight Russia. And from the beginning of the conflict we've seen Russian military vehicles emblazoned with the letter “Z” - it's believed to stand for 'za pobedy' - for victory in Russian. The letter is being used across Russia as propaganda for Putin's war. Plus, Sherri Papini remains behind bars…charged with lying about being kidnapped and tortured before she managed to break free. Well, we just sat down with someone who once dated Papini who's not a bit surprised she's in hot water. He tells our Jim Moret she's a “compulsive liar.” And for high school and college students, spring break 2022 is a chance to make up for lost time. And it appears to be one assignment young people are embracing - especially in America's most popular spring break destination - Florida!   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Mar 202223min

Russia's attack on Europe's largest nuclear power plant in Ukraine is sending shockwaves around the world. The move was condemned by many countries - with the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine calling Vladimir Putin's decision to target the plant a war crime. And the conflict in Ukraine is affecting gas prices here at home. According to AAA they are the highest they've been in 10 years. So thieves are actually stealing fuel from cars...not by siphoning - but by drilling holes in gas tanks! Pus, Was it all a lie? Five years ago it dominated the headlines - California mom, Sherry Papini, claiming she was abducted while jogging and held captive by two Hispanic women. But there have always been questions about her story and now she's under arrest. And on her wedding day she gave her heart to her husband - and on the very same day she got someone else’s heart. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 Mar 202222min

The fighting continues in Ukraine, where in some cities Russian shelling has gone on non-stop for twenty four hours. For the first time we are seeing tanks rolling in to Kherson, the first city seized by the Russians. Meantime, thousands of Ukrainians are seeking shelter underground in metro stations - where conditions are grim and food running low. Steven Fabian now with the latest. And the conflict in Ukraine is on everyone's mind. However, this guy may have taken it too far...he was pulled over in Palm Coast, FL for allegedly speeding and running a stop sign and he actually used Putin's invasion as his defense. Plus, it was a controversial moment from President Biden's first State of the Union address - when he was heckled by Representative Lauren Boebert from Colorado. Although many say she crossed the line - she's making no apologies. And Sign this sanitation worker up for the NBA! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 Mar 202220min

The noose is tightening on the cronies of Vladimir Putin. As President Biden said last night, the U.S. is coming after their assets, including yachts and properties, estimated to be in the billions. As Megan Alexander reports, the Justice Department is actively deciding which oligarchs should be singled out for sanctions. And while there has been much speculation about Putin's mental state…there are also questions about his physical health. In recent photos, his face has appeared puffy and bloated which is prompting some to ask if he might be on steroids. Plus, it was a day to remember for the wife of a police officer who got a chance to see what a day at work is like for her husband. And she ended up helping saving a toddler's life! And it's been one year since Lady Gaga's dog walker was nearly killed by some dog nappers. He's still carrying the trauma of the experience, and as Jim Moret reports, he's completely changed the way he lives to deal with it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Mar 202221min

Ukrainian born dancing with the stars Maksim Chmerkovskiy has been in Ukraine...but thanks to his American citizenship, he was able to leave, with nothing more than a backpack. And it was a big scare at a rodeo as a bull rider is thrown and knocked unconscious...luckily, the cowboy's dad was right there and jumped into action. Now as Ann Mercogliano reports, he's being called father of the year. Plus, you may have seen Michael Keaton accepting a SAG Award for his performance in the Hulu mini-series Dopesick. He made it crystal clear how close to home the film’s subject was for him. Turns out, Keaton's own nephew died after battling drug addiction. Now we're learning more about his family loss. And a woman who thought she was in one of the most secure homes in America is dead. Cops say she was killed by a man obsessed over the prospect of nuclear war.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 Mar 202221min

Draconian sanctions were slapped on Russia today...access to financial transactions has been shut down for Russian entities including Vladimir Putin and his cronies, the ruble dropped to a fraction of a penny, and Russia is now banned from international soccer competition. And the defense minister says several thousand foreigners have applied to fight for Ukraine. Around the world there have been massive demonstrations of support for Ukraine. Les Trent has more. And Ukraine has been popular with couples looking for a surrogate to have a baby. The cost is less than half that of the States. This couple's baby was born less than a week ago...and they've had a very stressful time trying to get from Kyiv back to the U.S. They talked with Ann Mercogliano. Plus, at last night's SAG Awards Reese Witherspoon told the crowd she was happy to see them. Two years after the pandemic shut things down, it was time for Hollywood to dress up again. And the documentary Lucy and Desi tells the love story of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz - thanks to audio tapes recorded and locked in a vault for 50 years. They are eye opening - even to Lucy's own daughter.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 Mar 202222min

The whole world is wondering what's going on inside Putin's mind. He's said to be isolated in a bubble with serious delusions about his power. He's even being compared to one of the most evil men in history - Adolph Hitler. Jim Moret has more. And she's making history! Inside Edition takes a look at the scene today in Washington as President Biden announced his pick for the Supreme Court. After a month long search he has chosen Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson - the first Black woman selected to sit on the nation's highest court. Plus, if you're dreaming of spring already - forget it! Nasty winter weather is hitting 30 states with an estimated 70 million people dealing with freezing rain and dangerous driving conditions. Here's what you need to know before getting behind the wheel. And when one woman bought a house that needed lots of work…she had no idea what was behind one of the bedroom walls. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

26 Feb 202222min