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Trump administration opens investigation into Arizona’s 2020 election results

March 11, 2026 by WDNY Radio

(NEW YORK) — The Department of Homeland Security’s investigations arm is investigating 2020 election results in Arizona, the state’s attorney general, Kris Mayes, and a source familiar with the matter confirmed to ABC News on Tuesday.

It is not typical for Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) to investigate election results, though the agency has investigated voter fraud cases in the past. The agency serves as the investigative arm of DHS and usually investigates transnational crime, including drug smuggling and human trafficking.

Mayes, a Democrat, told ABC News in a statement, “The Trump administration is engaged in an unserious investigation into an election that took place six years ago based on nothing but conspiracy theories and lies. At the request of local leadership at Homeland Security Investigations, the Arizona Attorney General’s Office provided them with public records from the 2020 election investigation conducted under the prior Attorney General, Mark Brnovich. We were happy to share them, because those materials speak for themselves.”

The investigation by Brnovich, Mayes added, included “10,000 hours investigating every claim made by election deniers, from bamboo ballots imported from China to Italian spy satellites flipping votes to President Biden” and found no evidence to support any of the allegations.

“Those conclusions were true then and they remain true now. There was no evidence of widespread fraud in the 2020 election in Arizona,” Mayes wrote.

A separate source confirmed to ABC News that it’s believed HSI communicated the investigation to the attorney general a week after outgoing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visited an HSI office in Arizona in February.

When Noem visited Arizona in February, she was asked by reporters to identify cases of voter fraud in the state.

“I’m sure there are many of them,” she responded, without providing specifics.

A DHS spokesperson told ABC News the department could not comment on “any active investigations,” but said that HSI “is actively rooting out and investigating election fraud wherever it can be found. We have repeatedly demonstrated that illegal aliens can and do vote in our elections. Under President Trump, HSI is committed to restoring integrity to our election systems and ensuring that American citizens and only American citizens are electing American leaders.”

The Atlantic first reported the HSI investigation.

It is unclear if the HSI investigation is connected to a subpoena from the Trump administration of records related to the 2020 election in Arizona’s Maricopa County, which Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen confirmed on Monday. (The Atlantic reported that the state attorney general’s office did not believe the investigations were connected.)

The records sought under the subpoena are related to the Arizona state Senate’s audit of Maricopa County’s 2020 election results, conducted by cybersecurity firm Cyber Ninjas in 2021. That audit came to the same conclusion election officials in Maricopa County did — that President Joe Biden won the county. Both the Maricopa County Elections office and the Maricopa County Recorder’s Office told ABC News on Monday that they have not received subpoenas.

The investigation in Arizona comes after the FBI seized 2020 voting records from Fulton County, Georgia, while serving a search warrant in January. Fulton County officials have sought to have the files returned, arguing to a judge the FBI probe lacked “even the faintest possibility of probable cause.”

Election results in Georgia and Arizona, more broadly, have both been at the center of election conspiracies about the 2020 election.

Inflation report to be released as Iran war sends gas prices surging

March 11, 2026 by WDNY Radio

(NEW YORK) — An inflation report to be released on Wednesday will provide the latest measure of price increases as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran drives up gasoline costs and renews concerns about affordability.

The fresh data — which is set to detail prices in February — will show the cost burden borne by households weeks before the outbreak of war.

Economists expect prices to have increased 2.4% in February from a year earlier, which would leave the inflation rate unchanged from January. Inflation stands slightly higher than the Federal Reserve’s target rate of 2%.

A lackluster jobs report last week showed the U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, which marked a reversal of fortunes for the labor market and erased most of the job gains recorded in 2026.

The unemployment rate ticked up from 4.3% in January to 4.4% in February, the BLS said. Unemployment remains low by historical standards.

Sluggish hiring has coincided with elevated inflation, threatening a period of “stagflation.”

Those economic headwinds helped set the conditions before the outbreak of war with Iran, which spiked oil prices and risked price increases for a host of diesel-fuel transported goods.

U.S. crude oil prices hovered at about $86 per barrel on Tuesday, surging more than 30% since a month earlier.

The average price of a gallon of gasoline in the U.S. soared to $3.53 on Tuesday from $2.92 a month prior, AAA data showed.

Still, the overall economic picture remains mixed.

A government report in February on gross domestic product (GDP) showed the economy grew at a tepid annualized pace of 1.4% over the final three months of 2025. That reading indicated a dramatic cooldown from the strong annualized growth of 4.4% recorded in the previous quarter, U.S. Commerce Department data showed.

The Iran war threatens to slow U.S. economic growth since oil-driven price increases could weigh on consumers and businesses, analysts previously told ABC News.

The potential combination of higher inflation and slower growth could also pose a challenge for the Fed, putting pressure on both sides of its dual mandate to manage prices and maintain maximum employment.

If the Fed opts to lower borrowing costs, it could spur growth but risk higher inflation. On the other hand, the choice to raise interest rates may slow price increases but risks a cooldown of economic performance.

The central bank held interest rates steady at its most recent meeting in January, ending a string of three consecutive quarter-point rate cuts. Policymakers will make their next interest-rate decision on March 18.

Scoreboard roundup — 3/10/26

March 11, 2026 by WDNY Radio

(NEW YORK) — Here are the scores from Tuesday’s sports events:

NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
Grizzlies 129, 76ers 139
Pistons 138, Nets 100
Wizards 129, Heat 150
Mavericks 112, Hawks 124
Raptors 99, Rockets 113
Suns 129, Bucks 114
Celtics 116, Spurs 125
Bulls 130, Warriors 124
Hornets 103, Trail Blazers 101
Pacers 109, Kings 114
Timberwolves 106, Lakers 120

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
Kings 1, Bruins 2
Sharks 3, Sabres 6
Maple Leafs 1, Canadiens 3
Blue Jackets 5, Lightning 2
Red Wings 3, Panthers 4
Flames 0, Rangers 4
Penguins 4, Hurricanes 5
Islanders 4, Blues 3
Golden Knights 1, Stars 2
Mammoth 0, Wild 5
Ducks 4, Jets 1
Oilers 4, Avalanche 3
Predators 4, Kraken 2

Russell Dickerson’s wife prefers ‘Worth Your Wild’ over another love song

March 11, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Thanks to Russell Dickerson’s devoted fanbase, he says picking the latest single from Famous Back Home wasn’t really that hard.

“It’s kind of a song the fans just kind of spoke for themselves,” he tells ABC Audio. “Like as soon as the album came out, obviously ‘Happen to Me’ was the biggest [according to consumption], but, like, if you look at the numbers behind it, it’s like ‘Worth Your Wild’ was, that was the standout for easy choice.”

Having had success with songs like “Yours” and “God Gave Me a Girl,” Russell has a history of favoring his more romantic tracks.

“[My wife] Kailey, she’s just like, ‘Bro, we get it, like, the love songs. Everybody knows you love me. Great.’ So I was like, ‘Alright. Fair enough,'” he adds. “So you know, we’ll just keep the pedal down, high energy, up tempo. … I want to play that song every night, you know? I look forward to it.”

Russell’s Worth Your Wild EP came out March 6, featuring the title track and three new tracks.

Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music announces opening date

March 11, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music has an opening date.

The center, formerly known as the Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music, will open to the public on June 7 on the campus of New Jersey’s Monmouth University. Not only will the center house the Bruce Springsteen archives, but it will host exhibits, concerts, education initiatives and more, covering all aspects of American music.

“The Springsteen Center provides a home for Bruce Springsteen’s archives and places him in the greater story of American music,” said Robert Santelli, founding executive director. “Popular music is one of America’s most enduring and respected cultural resources and Bruce Springsteen is one of its most important artists.”

The Bruce Springsteen Center will be located in a new 32,000-square-foot building, which includes exhibition galleries, a theater, immersive interactive experiences and research archives.

“We are honored to host the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music on our beautiful campus here at the Jersey Shore,” said Monmouth University President Patrick F. Leahy. “This center reminds us that music has always been one of the most powerful teachers in American life. We are proud to open this new destination to scholars, students, fans, and neighbors as a place where American music in all of its forms can be preserved, studied, and celebrated.”

More info can be found at SpringsteenCenter.org.

The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music is responsible for the annual American Music Honors. This year’s honorees include Patti Smith, The E Street Band, The Doors, Dionne Warwick and Dr. Dre. They will be held April 18 at the Pollak Theatre on the Monmouth University campus.

The trailer for ‘Man on Fire’ starring Yahya Abdul-Matten II has arrived

March 11, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Yahya Abdul-Matten II takes on the role of a former special forces mercenary named John Creasy in the new Netflix series Man on Fire, which fans can now get a glimpse of.

A trailer for the series has dropped and is available to watch on YouTube.

Man on Fire will follow the story of John, who has post-traumatic stress disorder and is in search of a fresh start. While on his journey, he finds himself under fire as he faces personal demons.

The show is based on author A.J. Quinnell’s book series, which includes his 1980 novel Man on Fire. The series arrives after the 2004 film of the same name, which featured Denzel Washington as John Creasy.

The new series also stars Billie Boullet, Bobby Cannavale, Alice Braga, Scoot McNairy and Paul Ben-Victor. It premieres April 30 on Netflix.

Road to the Oscars 2026: Rose Byrne talks her first Oscar nomination for ‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’

March 11, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The 98th annual Oscars are less than a week away. Rose Byrne received her first-ever Oscar nomination for her performance in the film If I Had Legs I’d Kick You. She’s up for best actress at the ceremony, and Byrne’s nomination is the only recognition the film received this year.

Byrne spoke to ABC Audio about what it means to represent director Mary Bronstein’s film at this year’s ceremony.

“We premiered [If I Had] Legs [I’d Kick You] a year ago at Sundance. So, it’s been a year of shepherding this film. And it’s an indie film,” Byrne said, adding, “So it was a smaller budget for advertising stuff.”

Despite all of that, Byrne said the film has connected and made an impact.

“It’s been truly an extraordinary experience,” Byrne said. “I just couldn’t anticipate how people have received it. It’s been really varied. What people’s takeaway from the film is [that] it’s very interpretive and it is a real expression of feeling. And I think that’s just been a highlight to be part of something that’s very compelling, and polarizing and moving.”

All of that has been “really, really cool,” she said, but even better is that she gets to represent the film as its only nomination.

“To have this recognition, it’s really recognition for the film, because the character is the film and the film is the character,” Byrne said, before speaking on what she’s enjoyed most about this awards season.

“It’s been fun to meet people I love, meet people I admire,” Byrne said. “It’s incredible, obviously, I’m the fan.”

The Oscars will take place Sunday at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. The show will air live on ABC and will also stream live on Hulu.

Hear clip of upcoming Muse song, ‘Be with You’

March 10, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Muse has shared a clip of an upcoming new song called “Be with You.”

The snippet shows frontman Matt Bellamy playing an organ in a church as he sings, “It can’t just be with anyone/ it’s got to be with you.”

The clip is now streaming on YouTube.

The most recent Muse album is 2022’s Will of the People, which spawned singles in “Won’t Stand Down,” “Kill or Be Killed,” “Compliance,” “You Make Me Feel Like It’s Halloween” and the title track.

Since then, Muse put out a new song, “Unravelling,” in 2025, along with a docuseries called With You dedicated to the band’s fans. They also hinted at upcoming new music earlier in the week with an image of binary code.

Muse will return to the live stage in July to perform at the Milwaukee Summerfest.

Judas Priest documentary to screen at 2026 Hot Docs Festival

March 10, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The new Judas Priest documentary, The Ballad of Judas Priest, is set to have its Canadian premiere at the 2026 Hot Docs Festival.

The film, co-directed by Sam Dunn and Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello, chronicles the band’s five-decade career. It includes interviews with the band and previously unpublished footage from their personal archives. It also boasts appearances from fellow rockers Metallica, Ozzy Osbourne, Jack Black and others.

The film had its world premiere in February at the Berlin International Film Festival, with Morello, Dunn and Judas Priest frontman Rob Halford in attendance. The first clip of the film was shared on YouTube ahead of the Berlin premiere.

“Heavy metal music is the music that made me love music,” Morello said at a Berlin press conference, “and Judas Priest are culturally really the creators of heavy metal, co-creators of it musically with Black Sabbath. But as far as a cultural force, creating a community that is metal, that is Judas Priest.”

The Hot Docs Festival will be held in Toronto April 23 to May 3. Information on tickets is available online at hotdocs.ca.

(Video includes uncensored profanity.)

Music notes: Benson Boone, Chappell Roan and more

March 10, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Benson Boone is one of the many stars appearing in Live Más LIVE: A Night at The Palladium, now streaming on Peacock. It’s a variety show highlighting Taco Bell’s new products, and Benson closes the night by doing one of his signature backflips while premiering the final new menu item: the Crème Brûlée Crunchwrap Slider. Other stars who appear include Doja Cat, Jason Sudeikis, Demi Lovato, Anderson .Paak and Ashley Park.

Chappell Roan has gone viral for a video showing her filming the paparazzi who are harassing her in Paris and accusing them of “disregarding my boundaries.” Now, another pop star known for outrageous outfits and makeup has weighed in: Boy George of ’80s hitmakers Culture Club. On X, he wrote, “It’s probably not helpful but I have been doing this fame thing for a while and you learn slowly and painfully that you don’t get a free pass once you turn yourself into a bird of paradise. … The trick is to own your fame. yes, it’s annoying at times but so is being ignored and told your [sic] a ‘has-been.'” He encourages Chappell not to say no to photo requests, adding, “Boundaries are boring. Break them with the magic of kindness!”

JENNIE is getting in on the “Dracula” trend that she helped start. The BLACKPINK member appears on the remix of “Dracula” by Tame Impala, and TikTok fans have been filming themselves lip-syncing to the verse, “Now I’m Mr. Charisma, f*****’ Pablo Escobar/ My friends are saying, “Shut up, Jennie, just get in the car/I just wanna be right where you are.” JENNIE, in Paris for Fashion Week, posted a video captioned, “Jumping on this trend” and lip-synced to the verse while wearing head-to-toe Chanel.

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