A shooting occurred during a Christmas tree lighting ceremony in downtown Concord, injuring four people. The investigation found that the shooting was between two suspects known to each other. In other news, a visit from First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha Vance to Camp Lejeune highlighted the administration's attention to military families during the holiday season. Additionally, AT&T's president discussed the company's efforts to rebuild and restore service in western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene, and a judge ruled in favor of the North Carolina General Assembly in a redistricting case. [... more]

The Department of Justice sues Gavin Newsom over California's redistricting plan, alleging it violates the Constitution and the Voting Rights Act. Meanwhile, the ACLJ defends a church against a $1.2 million fine for violating COVID restrictions, and celebrates a victory for a Christian club in a New York school. The organization also discusses the importance of supporting Israel and the Jewish people, and the dangers of anti-Semitism in the United States. [... more]

Lawmakers urge deployment of the National Guard to Charlotte due to rising crime rates, while Governor Josh Stein's office responds with a statement opposing the measure. Meanwhile, FEMA relief funds are being distributed to Western North Carolina communities affected by Hurricane Helene, and a new congressional map is being challenged in court. [... more]

The aftermath of the off-year elections saw Democrats celebrating a big win, but also laid the groundwork for a potential blue brawl within the party. The results showed a hardening of the class divide in the United States, with college-educated women voting heavily for Democrats. The issue of affordability and economic anxiety remains a concern for many Americans, and the Democrats' economic program has been criticized for being unclear. The Republicans, on the other hand, need to focus on getting the vote out and improving their credibility on economic issues. The shutdown has been a major factor in the election results, and the Republicans need to figure out how to turn out races without Donald Trump on the ballot. [... more]

A very good night for Democrats in North Carolina's municipal elections, with Mayor Vi Lyles winning re-election in Charlotte and Democrats taking all four at-large seats on the Charlotte City Council. Voters also appear to have approved a sales tax referendum in Mecklenburg County, which will increase the sales tax rate from 7.25% to 8.25% and generate roughly $20 billion over the next 30 years to bolster public transportation in the city of Charlotte and the greater Mecklenburg County area. [... more]

A small group of North Carolina voters received incorrect letters about their voter registration status, but the state board of elections says it was an administrative error. The state is working to repair voter registration records, which will bring the state's voter rolls into compliance with federal and state law. Meanwhile, Charlotte has seen a high rate of property crime, and local leaders are being forced to address the issue. The city has seen a decrease in certain types of crime, but the public perception of safety remains a concern. The United States and South Korea have reached a trade deal that will lower tariffs on Korean auto imports, which will benefit North Carolina auto producers and consumers. Redistricting lawsuits are ongoing in North Carolina, and the state board of elections is working to resolve the issue before the December 1st deadline. The USDA is relocating its agricultural hubs to states like North Carolina, which has a thriving agricultural industry. [... more]

A trade war between the US and China has led to a spike in rare earth metal imports in North Carolina, with the US seeking new trade agreements with other Asian countries. Meanwhile, a new congressional map in North Carolina is facing legal challenges, with plaintiffs arguing that the map was drawn in a racially discriminatory way. President Trump has announced a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where they will discuss trade issues, including tariffs and fentanyl enforcement. [... more]

The North Carolina General Assembly has approved new congressional maps, prompting legal challenges from the NAACP, Common Cause, and a group of individuals working with Democrat operative Mark Elias' law firm. The plaintiffs argue that the maps dilute black voting strength and violate the Voting Rights Act, the 14th Amendment, and the First Amendment. The North Carolina State Board of Elections is urging the courts to resolve the issues surrounding the maps by December 1st to avoid administrative delays for the 2026 election. Meanwhile, the government shutdown in Washington, D.C. continues, with the North Carolina Democrat Party criticizing Republicans for their handling of the situation. [... more]

North Carolina's General Assembly has approved a new congressional map, likely giving Republicans one extra seat in the US House of Representatives. Democrats have expressed outrage, calling the map an attack on North Carolina and its voters. The map does not require the governor's approval and is now in effect. Litigation is expected, with Democrats arguing that the map is a power grab by Republicans. Meanwhile, a private school in Charlotte is facing a lawsuit from parents who claim the school breached their contract by changing its educational policies without their consent. [... more]

Day of Democrat Government Shutdown Dana breaks down how John Fetterman now has a larger reach than AOC Virginia Democrats plan on redistricting to pull Winsome Sears off the campaign trail Ontario runs an ad against Trump on tariffs with an out-of-context narration from a speech from Ronald Reagan Bruce Springsteen drops a No Kings at a recent show on his tour J B Pritzker floats a conspiracy theory that Trump will use the military to seize the ballot boxes in the Midterms Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner's former political director said his campaign offered her to sign an NDA [... more]

A new congressional map is officially in effect across North Carolina, giving Republicans an additional advantage in the upcoming midterm elections. The map was approved by the North Carolina General Assembly, despite Democrat opposition, and cannot be vetoed by the governor. The new map is expected to give Republicans 11 seats in the House of Representatives, while Democrats will have three. The map has sparked controversy, with Democrats accusing Republicans of gerrymandering and trying to rig the system to favor their party. [... more]

Lawmakers in North Carolina's General Assembly have been busy dealing with redistricting, disaster recovery, and education funding, among other issues. A new mini-budget has been approved to fund essential state operations, including disaster recovery, education, and public safety initiatives. The budget also includes funding for broadband fiber repair, court technology upgrades, and infrastructure projects. Meanwhile, Governor Josh Stein has expressed concerns about the redistricting process and has called for increased funding for public safety and mental health services. [... more]

North Carolina lawmakers have proposed changes to the state's congressional districts to make them more competitive for Republicans, drawing criticism from Democrats who claim the maps are racist and use racial data. The new map would bring an additional Republican seat to the North Carolina congressional delegation, improving Republican critical strength in eastern North Carolina. Meanwhile, pharmaceuticals have become the state's top global export, with North Carolina selling almost $12 billion in pharmaceuticals globally in 2024 alone. [... more]

North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson joins 21 other states and the District of Columbia in a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency for canceling a $7 billion grant called the Solar for All program. The program was designed to help low-income households utilize solar power to reduce their energy costs. Meanwhile, lawmakers in Raleigh are set to convene for the second to final legislative session of the year to discuss redistricting and proposed congressional maps. [... more]

The US government is urging Hamas to disarm and adhere to President Trump's 20-point peace plan, while California is holding a special election to change the independent committee for redistricting, and the New York mayoral election is underway with a Democrat socialist candidate, Eric Adams, facing off against Republican Curtis Sliwa. [... more]

The Senate has passed the 2026 fiscal year National Defense Authorization Act, which includes major funding for military installations across the state of North Carolina. Meanwhile, lawmakers are set to redraw at least one, if not multiple, North Carolina congressional districts as they head into the 2026 midterm elections, a move that could lead to litigation over gerrymandering. [... more]

North Carolina lawmakers plan to return to Raleigh next week to consider new congressional maps after President Donald Trump called on the Republican-led legislature to counter redistricting efforts by Democrats in blue states. The move is intended to protect Republican controls in Congress and defend President Trump's agenda. Democrats, however, are not in favor of this, calling it shameless and saying the General Assembly works for North Carolina, not Donald Trump. [... more]

A historic peace deal has been agreed upon between Israel and Hamas, with President Donald Trump announcing the release of hostages and withdrawal of Israeli troops. Meanwhile, in North Carolina, potential congressional redistricting has sparked controversy, and the state's DMV has implemented reforms to alleviate long wait times. Additionally, the state's Attorney General is opposing efforts by DuPont and Camours to pause an environmental lawsuit over PFAS contamination. [... more]

Governor Josh Stein signs Arena's Law into law, a sweeping criminal justice reform bill aimed at making North Carolina safer, despite his concerns that it doesn't go far enough. Meanwhile, the North Carolina General Assembly wins a redistricting case in federal court, with a judge ruling that two state Senate districts in northeastern North Carolina are not racially gerrymandered. Trade with Canada remains largely unchanged for North Carolina, despite increases in tariffs across the United States, with certain commodities experiencing significant changes. [... more]

Disney bosses tell Jimmy Kimmel to de-escalate before putting him back on the air but Kimmel reportedly is unwilling to apologize for his remarks Turning Point USA wants a donation from Kimmel Dana shares a flashback to the Gabby Giffords attempted assassination and explains how the county sheriff publicly blamed talk radio and the right for fueling the fire Tim Walz calls Jimmy Kimmel's suspension North Korea-Style Stuff Dana revisits our interview with FCC Chair Brendan Carr after the left continues to claim Trump pressured him to personally suspend Jimmy Kimmel Matt Mowers from EU-US Forum joins us to break [... more]

A Florida man was arrested for stealing $7,000 in merchandise from a mobile dispensary and attempting to make off with it. Meanwhile, a black bear attacked a man at his house in Florida, but the man was able to scare it away by yelling. A Florida woman was arrested for allegedly super gluing veneers onto victims' teeth without a license. The discussion also touched on mental health, gun control, and trans issues, with a focus on how the left is trying to villainize trans people after a tragic shooting in Minneapolis. The hosts also discussed politics, including redistricting in Texas and the potential for conservatives to gain more seats. [... more]

President Trump fires Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook after being exposed for mortgage fraud The Federal Government will take stakes in more companies The DNC kicks off their summer meeting in Minneapolis with Tampon Tim Walz to try and find their message ahead of midterms Dana fact-checks the argument surrounding jailing Americans for burning the flag and explains the dangerous Constitutional precedent the executive order would set CNN's Tiffany Cross says it would be journalistic integrity to point out that Stephen Miller is a white supremacist A -year-old girl has been charged after allegedly brandishing a knife on a public [... more]

John Bolton's home and office raided by federal agents Trump visits DC police station and boasts of success of crime crackdown President Trump Makes Special Announcement From The Oval Office Trump's return to 'law and order' highlights a sore spot for Democrats Trump says law enforcement crackdown will 'go on to other places' during appearance at police facility in DC California voters will decide redistricting in November John Bolton's home and office raided by federal agents Trump visits DC police station and boasts of success of crime crackdown President Trump Makes Special Announcement From The Oval Office Trump's return to [... more]

Donald Trump discusses the America First Movement and its appeal to Gen Z voters, citing the importance of faith and traditional values in American society. He also addresses concerns about election integrity, mail-in ballots, and crime in America, emphasizing the need for strong leadership and a return to traditional values. [... more]

Texas Democrats return to the State Capitol as Republicans move forward with redistricting Hurricane Eric threatens high winds and rain along the East Coast Eric Swalwell says Gavin Newsom's Twitter trolling is a teaching moment TX Rep Nicole Collier stages a photo-op pretending to sleep on the Texas House floor with an eye mask and blanket A welfare leftist FURIOUS after she finds out she must complete hours of community service per week to receive benefits LA Mayor Karen Bass calls homeless people Unhoused Angelinos Convicted p dophile Anthony Weiner now claims it's ridiculous that he had to face criminal [... more]

Dana recaps the White House meeting between Trump and European leaders including the best-and-worst moments Do some Conservatives think Putin WON this negotiation Russia agreed to the US and Europe providing security assurances for Ukraine for the first time Why did Pam Bondi tap Missouri AG Andrew Bailey as an additional FBI Co-Deputy Director alongside Dan Bongino Colorado's Secretary of State Jena Griswold claims Trump is obviously taking cues about democracy from a dictator like Putin because he wants to BAN mail-in voting Could Republicans take advantage of mail-in voting Gavin Newsom's press office has been embarrassingly tweeting ridiculous things [... more]

California Governor Gavin Newsom's decision to hold a special election to redraw congressional district maps is sparking controversy, with critics accusing him of playing politics and trying to gain an advantage over Texas. Meanwhile, President Trump's meeting with Putin and Zelensky has raised hopes for a peace deal in Ukraine, but experts warn that Vladimir Putin's willingness to compromise is uncertain. In Israel, a potential ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel is being met with skepticism, with some accusing the media of spreading false information and wearing down public opinion. [... more]

A Florida man is on trial for shooting his date after a dispute over the dinner bill, while in California, a press conference by Governor Gavin Newsom is disrupted by ICE agents making arrests outside, sparking controversy and debate about the role of law enforcement and the limits of free enterprise. [... more]

Trump and Putin head to Alaska for a high stakes meeting A woke progressive pastor claims Jesus was queer because he was years old had no wife no job and hung out with other dudes Dana recaps her interview with Shadi Khalloul Thursday and explains how Qatari activists are trying to divide the Woke Right Kamala's Step-Daughter says she's really struggling because she's experiencing climate anxiety Dana previews Trump's high stakes meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska The reality of Washington D C 's crime reporting is worse than originally reported Gavin Newsom holds a redistricting press conference absolutely seething [... more]

Crime rates in Washington D.C. have been a major issue, with the city suing to regain control of the police from the Trump administration. Meanwhile, Gavin Newsom is pushing for redistricting in California, and Barack Obama is backing a candidate, Momdani, who has a 20-point lead in the Democratic primary. [... more]

The discussion revolves around various topics, including homelessness and crime in DC, the National Guard's deployment, Texas Democrats' redistricting efforts, and the Smithsonian's review of exhibitions. Additionally, the conversation touches on Sister Maria's interview with Tucker Carlson, Florida Man's antics, and the controversy surrounding Mayor Johnson's comments on Donald Trump. The discussion also delves into the issue of crime statistics in California and other Democrat-run cities, as well as the Smithsonian's review of exhibitions and the celebration of American exceptionalism. [... more]

Crime rates in major US cities are a pressing issue, with some mayors facing criticism for being soft on crime. Meanwhile, the debate over gerrymandering and redistricting continues, with some states drawing lines to favor one party over the other. In international news, a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin could have significant implications for the Ukraine conflict and global security. [... more]

Dana reacts to Trump's announcement of invoking the DC Home Rule Act to place the DC MPD under direct Federal control Dana fact-checks the claim that crime in DC is at a -year-low Dana shares her opinion on why crime is truly on the rise among juveniles and why it's gotten out of control Black community leaders call on Cincinnati to charge the white victim of the downtown attack Dana comes up with a clever business model to stop the juvenile crime that involves pie Andrew McCabe claims the National Guard doesn't have the skill set of going on a [... more]

Craig Collins sits in for Dana Democrats spend the weekend cussing and freaking out over Texas' proposed redistricting Trump plans to meet with Vladimir Putin in Alaska next weekend Trump announces the federal government will seize control of Washington D C 's police department Could the war in Ukraine be nearing an end Trump hides pictures of Barack Obama and Bill Clinton in The White House Trump fired IRS Commissioner Billy Long months into the job An Air Force Lt Col claims Fighting climate change is just as dangerous as al-Qaeda or the Taliban Craig reacts to the first College [... more]

The Todd Starns Radio Show celebrates Elvis Week in Memphis, Tennessee, while discussing various topics such as the Gun Owners of America conference, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and President Trump's efforts to secure the nation's capital and address crime. The show also touches on redistricting, debanking, and the importance of freedom-loving Americans. [... more]

NYT says Sydney Sweeney outrage ginned up by Republicans 'Diva' Crockett slammed in scathing report alleging 'toxic staff environment' where staff is berated to tears Texas Gov Greg Abbott moves to amp up the pressure on Democrats who fled in redistricting standoff Pete Buttigieg doubles-down on questioning fairness of trans athletes in women's sports Kristi Noem Fires Back at 'South Park' for Mocking Her Looks Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible Relief Factorhttps ReliefFactor com OR CALL - - -RELIEFTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor Get their -week Relief Factor Quick [... more]

Texas Governor Greg Abbott lays down the law on Democrat lawmakers who have abandoned their posts and fled to other states, threatening to remove them from office. Meanwhile, a man in Slovakia is causing a stir by wandering around a historic castle wearing only a balaclava and plastic clogs, and a global outbreak of a virus in China is prompting quarantines and thousands of new cases are reported. [... more]

Texas Democrats continue to hold out from going to work over redistricting Dana explains why this has been blown out of proportion Dana shares why Trump floating Marco Rubio as a possible VP successor is a BAD idea Beto O'Rourke re-emerges to claim Texas' redistricting will cause a dictatorship DHS Sec Noem announces they have removed any age restrictions for ICE Officers Ex-DOGE Staffer Big Balls got assaulted in D C after an attempted carjacking Denver has officially submitted its bid to host the Gay Games Rep Beth Van Duyne joins us live in studio to react to the Texas [... more]

A gunman opens fire at Fort Stewart in Georgia, leaving at least five soldiers shot. Oklahoma requires teachers from liberal states to take an America First test to align with Oklahoma's curriculum. Texas Democrats are accused of abandoning their job and redistricting the state. Republicans are turning on Israel, and the American people are getting tired of the constant involvement. A dangerous piece of legislation in California allows a teacher or counselor to take custody of a child without parental permission. [... more]

Texas Democrats flee the state to block a vote on a new congressional district map, sparking a heated debate over gerrymandering and redistricting. Meanwhile, an active shooter incident occurs at Fort Stewart in Georgia, and President Trump meets with Vladimir Putin to discuss the Ukraine war, with a focus on diplomacy and finding a peaceful solution. [... more]