Broadcasters make bipartisan push to keep AM radio in new cars
Broadcasters from across the country are lobbying Congress to pass bipartisan legislation requiring automakers to include AM radios in new vehicles. Jason DeRusha, drive time host at WCCO in Minneapolis, tells Jim Lokay the issue is about public safety—not nostalgia—calling AM radio a critical part of the nation's emergency alert system, particularly in rural areas and during disasters when cellular networks may fail.
Broadcasters from across the country are lobbying Congress to pass bipartisan legislation requiring automakers to include AM radios in new vehicles. Jason DeRusha, drive time host at WCCO in Minneapolis, tells Jim Lokay the issue is about public safety—not nostalgia—calling AM radio a critical part of the nation's emergency alert system, particularly in rural areas and during disasters when cellular networks may fail.
Late Sen. Graham was "a man in the arena," says top aide
From overcoming family tragedy to becoming one of the Senate's most influential voices on foreign policy, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham is being remembered by political friends and foes alike. T.W. Arrighi, who served as Graham's campaign communications director in 2020, tells Jim Lokay on The Final 5 that Graham's greatest legacy was his ability to build relationships across party lines, shape major policy decisions, and earn the respect of colleagues from both parties.
From overcoming family tragedy to becoming one of the Senate's most influential voices on foreign policy, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham is being remembered by political friends and foes alike. T.W. Arrighi, who served as Graham's campaign communications director in 2020, tells Jim Lokay on The Final 5 that Graham's greatest legacy was his ability to build relationships across party lines, shape major policy decisions, and earn the respect of colleagues from both parties.
Who is Darline Graham Nordone, the choice to fill Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat?
After the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, South Carolina's governor has named Darline Graham Nordone to temporarily fill his Senate seat.
After the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, South Carolina's governor has named Darline Graham Nordone to temporarily fill his Senate seat.
South Carolina governor announces Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister Darline Graham Nordone to finish his term
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced Monday afternoon that Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, will finish his term following his death over the weekend.
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced Monday afternoon that Sen. Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, will finish his term following his death over the weekend.
President Trump announces address to U.S. on Thursday
President Donald Trump plans to address the nation during a primetime speech later this week.
President Donald Trump plans to address the nation during a primetime speech later this week.
Acting director for US intelligence announces new round of job cuts
Bill Pulte, the acting director of National Intelligence, announced on social media last week that the agency began a new wave of job cuts, but he declined to provide specific figures on how many positions are being eliminated.
Bill Pulte, the acting director of National Intelligence, announced on social media last week that the agency began a new wave of job cuts, but he declined to provide specific figures on how many positions are being eliminated.
Healthcare fraud recoveries top $5.5 billion despite enforcement slowdown
A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.
A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.
Update: Lindsey Graham dies after sudden aortic dissection
The longtime South Carolina Republican senator passed away on Saturday evening following a fatal aortic rupture. Preliminary medical examiner findings linked the condition to underlying arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
The longtime South Carolina Republican senator passed away on Saturday evening following a fatal aortic rupture. Preliminary medical examiner findings linked the condition to underlying arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
Rep. James Walkinshaw on Houston man shot and killed by ICE officer
Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-VA), member of the the House Oversight Committee, Homeland Security Committee, and the Federal Workforce Caucus, joins FOX 5 to discuss the ICE shooting in Houston.
Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-VA), member of the the House Oversight Committee, Homeland Security Committee, and the Federal Workforce Caucus, joins FOX 5 to discuss the ICE shooting in Houston.
Senator Mitch McConnell breaks silence: 'Mild pneumonia' developed after fall
Sen. Mitch McConnell said he was hospitalized after a fall that resulted in a diagnosis of mild pneumonia, providing the first public explanation for his condition after weeks of speculation.
Sen. Mitch McConnell said he was hospitalized after a fall that resulted in a diagnosis of mild pneumonia, providing the first public explanation for his condition after weeks of speculation.
US Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., has died at the age of 71. Graham's office released a statement early Sunday morning saying he died following a "brief and sudden" illness.
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., has died at the age of 71. Graham's office released a statement early Sunday morning saying he died following a "brief and sudden" illness.
On The Hill: July 12, 2026
On The Hill, a weekly politics show featuring FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald, is a staple of Sunday morning political talk in Washington, D.C.
On The Hill, a weekly politics show featuring FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald, is a staple of Sunday morning political talk in Washington, D.C.
US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71
Senator Lindsey Graham died following a brief and sudden illness, according to an official statement from his office. Graham served over 30 years in Congress.
Senator Lindsey Graham died following a brief and sudden illness, according to an official statement from his office. Graham served over 30 years in Congress.
US Sen. Lindsey Graham remembered as an 'American patriot'
Fellow elected officials and world leaders are remembering Sen. Lindsey Graham as a dedicated public servant and fighter for world peace.
Fellow elected officials and world leaders are remembering Sen. Lindsey Graham as a dedicated public servant and fighter for world peace.
US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after 'brief and sudden illness,' his office says
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham died Saturday after a brief and unexpected illness, his office said in statement posted on social media.
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham died Saturday after a brief and unexpected illness, his office said in statement posted on social media.
Trump administration to allow drilling, mining on critical wildlife habitats
The Trump administration is rolling back more protections under the Endangered Species Act with a new policy that will allow drilling, mining and logging on critical wildlife habitats.
The Trump administration is rolling back more protections under the Endangered Species Act with a new policy that will allow drilling, mining and logging on critical wildlife habitats.
Ro Khanna claims Israeli settlers detained him during West Bank visit
Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., says he and members of his congressional delegation were detained by armed Israeli settlers while visiting the West Bank near the Palestinian village of Khirbet Zanuta.
Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., says he and members of his congressional delegation were detained by armed Israeli settlers while visiting the West Bank near the Palestinian village of Khirbet Zanuta.
Work permits extended for Haitians, other immigrants with temporary protected status
Work permits for Haitians and other immigrants with temporary protected status have been extended at the last minute.
Work permits for Haitians and other immigrants with temporary protected status have been extended at the last minute.
U.S.-Iran ceasefire puts process at square one, says Middle East expert
The informal U.S.-Iran ceasefire appears to have collapsed amid renewed disputes over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Dr. Annelle Sheline of the Quincy Institute tells Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" that the renewed tensions risk higher energy and food prices, warns the conflict could continue escalating.
The informal U.S.-Iran ceasefire appears to have collapsed amid renewed disputes over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Dr. Annelle Sheline of the Quincy Institute tells Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" that the renewed tensions risk higher energy and food prices, warns the conflict could continue escalating.
Hartmann's new book: "Who Killed the American Dream?"
Author and radio host Thom Hartmann argues the modern expansion of corporate power stems from an 1886 Supreme Court case, claiming a court headnote—not the ruling itself—helped lay the groundwork for treating corporations as constitutional "persons." In his new book, "Who Killed the American Dream," Hartmann tells The Final 5 with Jim Lokay the legacy of that interpretation shaped decisions like Citizens United and contends Congress or a constitutional amendment could curb corporate influence in politics.
Author and radio host Thom Hartmann argues the modern expansion of corporate power stems from an 1886 Supreme Court case, claiming a court headnote—not the ruling itself—helped lay the groundwork for treating corporations as constitutional "persons." In his new book, "Who Killed the American Dream," Hartmann tells The Final 5 with Jim Lokay the legacy of that interpretation shaped decisions like Citizens United and contends Congress or a constitutional amendment could curb corporate influence in politics.