Inside Edition

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

The world woke up to headlines of war in the Ukraine - which is being called one of the darkest hours for Europe since the end of World War II. But unlike past wars, every moment of this conflict is being caught on tape - even the moment Russian soldiers were just 20 miles away from the Ukrainian capital. And the conflict is hitting home for some well-known personalities born in Ukraine including former Dancing with the Stars pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy. Instead of fleeing the embattled capitol of Kiev, he headed there to make sure his family was safe. Les Trent has the details. Plus, it's an upsetting video of a 13-year-old girl in tears as she's being put in handcuffs. She was accused of posting threats against her school on social media. One big problem - it wasn't her real Instagram account! Now the teen and her mom are speaking out to Inside Edition. And a recent study found that 81% of women say they have experienced some form of sexual harassment during their lifetime...but this woman is saying enough is enough. She says she was groped in a Vegas casino and decided to fight back. 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

25 Feb 202220min

Today a state of emergency was declared in Ukraine with President Biden saying an all-out war is imminent within the next 48 hours. A law has also been passed that allows all citizens of Ukraine to carry firearms in case they have to fight. And it was a dream wedding day until a 911 call came in that a guest was physically assaulting other guests. When cops arrived they say they tried to “calm the situation” but the man attacked two officers. They also say that after deployment of a taser did not change the man’s behavior, one of the officers shot the man who turned out to be the bride's uncle. Now, the heartbroken bride and groom and other family members are speaking out to our Steven Fabian. The police chief calls what happened a tragic event and says the investigation is ongoing. Plus, just weeks after a 79-year-old grandmother lost her life on a drawbridge, comes this...just miles away, a motorist is put in serious danger when another bridge opened while he was driving across. And you may have heard about the giant bear called “Hank the Tank” that's been a real nuisance in Lake Tahoe. Well, now the 911 calls have been released from a resident who had close encounters with Hank. 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

24 Feb 202222min

Chances are there is someone on planet Earth who shares the same name as you. But what are the chances that you would be held in jail without bail because that other person was allegedly in trouble with the law? Jim Moret with the terrifying story of a woman who was finally freed after spending weeks in jail after authorities confused her with someone else. And The Walking Dead is known for its graphic depiction of a zombie apocalypse. And one of the most memorable characters was an armless zombie. Sadly the 31-year-old actor who played the role was found dead with a gunshot wound. His family thought suicide just didn’t seem right and authorities now say there's some evidence to support that. Plus, as a former KGB agent Vladimir Putin is an expert at keeping secrets - and that extends to his private life. With the world now watching his every move regarding Ukraine - we're taking a look at the women in his life. Steven Fabian reports. And if two is your lucky number…than today is your lucky day! And on February 22nd, 2022 a lot of couples have decided that today's the day to get married - even though Tuesday isn't usually a popular day for weddings. 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

23 Feb 202223min

There is concern for the Queen of England as the world's longest reigning monarch tests positive for Covid and is described as being thinner and more frail. And given that she'll be turning 96 in April, there are worries. And a good Samaritan is being called a real-life Spiderman for scaling a home that was on fire, smashing open a window...and then emerging with the most precious save of all. Plus, it’s estimated more than half a million people are homeless in this country - and it’s a big problem on the New York City subway. Which is why, some say, a new crack down is coming just in the nick of time. And it was an all-star night at the NBA All-Star Game with a who’s who in the stands…and some unbelievable shooting on the court.   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

22 Feb 202222min