Protecting kids from online sextortion & Border Patrol Chief on deportation effort
Disturbing cases of children being sextorted by international gangs has law enforcement and mental health professionals concerned. Therapist Dr. Erika Bocknek & Bloomfield Township Police Chief James Gallagher discuss what needs to be done. Plus, Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks on the Trump Administration's mass deportation efforts
Sherrone Moore fallout could affect taxpayers in Ann Arbor, but how much?
Football coaches get hired and fired all the time. But this case with Sherrone Moore, it's all about a lot more than that. It's not just another coach who got the boot. The story affects a lot of people, namely the taxpayers. This, of course, is a public university. According to the school's website, it gets around $425 million in state funding.
The (Un)affordability crisis & tensions with Venezuela after the US took tanker
The affordability crisis is likely the last thing you want to hear about during the holidays. Prices are rising, and we will break down some of those numbers. Additionally, there are tensions with Venezuela, as we have seized a tanker. What are we going to do with it, and where is all this heading? Are we on the brink of war? We will delve into all of these issues.
Potential fallout from boat strikes & Fed interest rate lowered
As Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth weighs if he’ll release video of a second strike on an alleged drug carrying vote, the House advances a bill to force its release. The Pulse looks at the possible political fallout. Plus, how the Federal Reserve lowering a key interest rate could impact borrowers.
Congressional bill on boat strike & AI data center debate
A new bill in Congress would require The Pentagon to release video of a follow-up strike that reportedly killed two survivors on a boat allegedly carrying drugs. Plus, Troy Mayor Ethan Baker and Detroit City Council Member Mary Waters weigh in on the AI data center debate and the race for Michigan governor
Judge upholds Michigan wholesale cannabis tax & AI data center debate
A judge upholds Michigan’s tax on wholesale cannabis. The Pulse breaks down what it could mean for businesses. Plus, diving into the debate over Artificial Intelligence Data Centers and what could come next
CDC panel changes Hepatitis B vaccine recommendations
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel changes decades-old guidance when it comes to infants receiving the Hepatitis B vaccine. A Metro Detroit doctor weighs in on the impact this could have. Plus, discussing what's driving the toxic discourse on social media
CDC changes Hepatitis B vaccine recommendations
The CDC changes decades-old guidance when it comes to infants receiving the Hepatitis B vaccine. A Metro Detroit doctor weighs in on the impact this could have. Plus, discussing what's driving the toxic discourse on social media
Congress briefed on September boat strikes & Trump's MPG rollback proposal
Military leaders brief Congress on a follow-up strike on an alleged drug-carrying vessel in the Caribbean Sea that killed two survivors. Plus, Autoline's John McElroy weighs in on the Trump Administration's proposed miles-per-gallon standard rollbacks.
What the Tennessee special election could say about the 2026 midterms
Republicans were victorious in Tennessee's special congressional election, but their margin of victory in the reliably conservative district was less than half of the 2024 race. The Pulse takes a closer look at what this could mean as the 2026 Midterm Elections approach.
Trump administration threatens to withhold SNAP benefits from certain states
The Trump Administration is threatening to withhold SNAP benefits from most Democratic-led states, unless they provide information about people receiving assistance. Lighthouse Michigan President and CEO Ryan Hertz discusses the impact this could have.
Legislature's role in stopping child abuse & Congressional UFO hearings
After multiple cases of child abuse in Oakland County, Sheriff Mike Bouchard is calling on the State Legislature to pass a law aiming to stop these types of crimes. Plus, an expert weighs in on what could come out of hearings regarding UFOs on Capitol Hill
National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C.
Authorities are investigating after two National Guard members from West Virginia were shot in Washington, D.C. The Pulse speaks with former U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider about how the investigation could play out.
Slotkin speaks about Trump sedition comments
Senator Elissa Slotkin speaks after President Trump accused her and six lawmakers of sedition, saying the FBI has requested interviews with her and the other lawmakers. Plus, former State House Speaker Tom Leonard on the state of his bid for governor.
Pentagon investigates Kelly, 'Shamwow Guy' for Congress & State of Politics
The Trump Administration takes its anger toward six Democratic senators over a social media video to a new level, as the Pentagon announces it's investigating Arizona Senator Mark Kelly. Plus, a man best known for infomercials announces his run for congress in Texas. And Congresswoman Debbie Dingell & Troy Mayor Ethan Baker discuss the State of Politics
Constitutional law professor on Trump's sedition claims & AI making work optional?
President Trump doubles down on his claim that several lawmakers, including Senator Elissa Slotkin, committed sedition. A constitutional law professor weighs in. Plus, an Artificial Intelligence expert discusses Elon Musk's claims that AI could make work optional
Lawmaker reactions to Trump comments amid Democrat military video
The news with Senator Elissa Slotkin with what she said and did that has President Donald Trump calling her behavior seditious. Plus, talking more on tariffs.
GOP divide over Epstein files & Trump 'quiet piggy' comment
President Trump signed a bill ordering the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, but the Republican divide remains. Plus, discussing President Trump's controversial comment to a female reporter
Congress passes bill to force release of Epstein files
Lawmakers in Congress pass a bill to force the United States Department of Justice to release the files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Oakland University Dave Dulio answers your questions about what comes next, and the possible political fallout.
Upcoming vote in fight over Epstein files
The house gets ready to take a major vote over forcing the justice department to release the Epstein files. Plus, The Pulse takes your questions about the economy to Oakland University Associate Professor of Management Michael Greiner