Why we don't know how bad crime in the U.S. really is
Nearly 40% of law enforcement agencies across the country failed to report their 2021 crime data to the FBI. That includes cities like New York and LA. And another 20% reported incomplete data, including the city of Chicago. That's all according to information provided to Axios local from a partnership with the Marshall Project. Plus, President Biden's balancing act on Saudi Arabia And, the value of encouraging our kids to debate Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler, Monica Eng and Jessica Pandey. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Sweeping reporting failures may compromise the FBI’s 2021 crime data White House announces Biden will visit Saudi Arabia, expects to meet crown prince Life lessons from high school debate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
15 Juni 202211min
Food costs are changing how we shop and eat
The cost of food in grocery stores is up 11.9% from last year, according to the latest release of inflation numbers. That’s the largest increase since April 1979, and because of those skyrocketing food prices Americans are buying more store brands, and cutting down on costly meat and produce. Plus, rising tensions outside and inside the Supreme Court And, damning testimony from Trump’s inner circle. Guests: Axios' Emily Peck, Sam Baker and Mike Allen. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Rising food prices are changing the way we eat and shop After the leak, the Supreme Court seethes with resentment and fear behind the scenes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14 Juni 202211min
Senators reach a bipartisan gun safety deal
A bipartisan group of senators yesterday announced they've agreed on new legislation to address gun violence. The deal falls short of what many Democrats in Congress had been hoping for, but still represents the most meaningful bipartisan movement on guns in almost 30 years. Plus, the country’s largest Protestant group reckons with sexual abuse. And, as gas prices hit five dollars a gallon, how to find a little relief. Guests: Axios' Alayna Treene and Christianity Today's Kate Shellnut. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper (1 min. read) What's next for the Senate's bipartisan gun deal Senators reach gun safety deal Five top ways to save on high gas prices Southern Baptists Prep for Annual Meeting With Heavy Hearts, Cautious Hope Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee Report + Hotline for Survivors National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13 Juni 202211min
A "brazen" conspiracy: the Jan. 6 case against Trump
Last night was the first prime time public hearing held by the Congressional committee investigating the Jan 6. insurrection. The committee laid out its case to show a conspiracy by former President Trump that led to the violence. Plus, an update on the solar industry in America. Guests: Axios' Mike Allen and Ben Geman. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: "It was carnage": Capitol Police Officer testifies at Jan. 6 hearing Jan 6 committee airs closed door video of Bill Barr deposition Biden to invoke Defense Production Act for clean energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 Juni 202211min
Gut-wrenching gun violence testimony in Washington
Yesterday, the House of Representatives held hearings on gun violence which included some wrenching testimony from those involved in recent mass shootings in Uvalde and Buffalo. How those voices could affect the gun debate. Plus, teachers are being pushed to the brink. Guests: Abby Livingston, D.C. bureau chief for the Texas Tribune, and Axios' Erica Pandey. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Garland announces team to review police response to Uvalde shooting Uvalde shooting survivor testifies: "I don't want it to happen again" America is pushing teachers to the brink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9 Juni 202211min
Crime drives primary voters in California
Yesterday was primary day in California, Iowa, Mississippi, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Dakota. Two of the night’s most-watched results came out of California, where homelessness and crime have been top of mind for voters. Plus, why scientists are calling summer the “danger season” And, a temporary memorial for the 45,000 people lost to gun violence each year Guests: Dan Walters, columnist at CalMatters, and Axios' Andrew Freedman Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8 Juni 202211min
The January 6th committee goes prime time
After 10 months of investigation into the capitol insurrection, the January 6th committee is having its first prime time public hearing on Thursday night. Plus, more police are banned from marching in this month’s pride parades. Guests: Andrea Bernstein, co-host of the podcast Will Be Wild; Axios' Russell Contreras. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Scoop: Jan. 6 committee's private divide More Pride events banning police from parades Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 Juni 202211min
The new American labor market
Almost all the jobs that were lost at the beginning of the pandemic are back. The question now is what kind of work are we talking about? Two years into the pandemic, we’re seeing more warehouse jobs and health store employees - but fewer waiters and public school teachers. Plus, a growing divide among the gun lobby. And - a reminder to pack your patience this summer for travel. Guests: Axios' Courtenay Brown and Lachlan Markay. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go deeper: America's new labor market The gun lobby's growing divide Memorial Day airline hell was a painful preview of summer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6 Juni 202210min
