NightSide With Dan Rea

Continued conversation about how the New Hampshire Supreme Court has overturned Adam Montgomery’s second-degree murder conviction in the death of his daughter, Harmony Montgomery, whose remains have never been found. The court upheld his convictions on several other charges, including second-degree assault, witness tampering, falsifying physical evidence, and abuse of a corpse. The court rul...

The New Hampshire Supreme Court has overturned Adam Montgomery’s second-degree murder conviction in the death of his daughter, Harmony Montgomery, whose remains have never been found. The court upheld his convictions on several other charges, including second-degree assault, witness tampering, falsifying physical evidence, and abuse of a corpse. The court ruled that the second-degree assault...

 A shocking and unacceptable incident occurred yesterday in South Boston when two masked juvenile suspects robbed an 11-year-old and 12-year-old's lemonade stand at gunpoint. According to the victims, the pair initially approached the stand and asked if they could use Apple Pay to purchase a drink before grabbing a cash box containing about $50. Boston police are still investigating. See omny...

We continued the Platner discussion, and Dan also believes that America's attitudes and overall mood can—and should—be improved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During his acceptance speech last night, Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner told a packed room of supporters that “people can change.” Acknowledging past mistakes, he said he continues to learn from them and understands that earning the trust and support of his constituents is his responsibility. With the primary now behind him, Platner turns his attention to building support within...

A bill signed by Gov. Maura Healey will allow bars in Massachusetts to serve alcohol until 3 a.m. through July 31. The measure is intended to support the greater Boston economy by capitalizing on increased tourism associated with the FIFA World Cup and Tall Ships events. Do you believe an additional hour of bar service will significantly boost the economy? Steve Clark, President and CEO of the Mas...

At Ipswich High School, smoking a cigar after graduation has long been a traditional rite of passage. Because the use of tobacco products violates the rules of the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association, members of the school’s boys lacrosse team celebrated with homemade imitation cigars instead. Despite the cigars being fake, several players were suspended, leaving the team with...

Last night, a U.S. Apache helicopter was shot down by Iranian forces while conducting a patrol over the Strait of Hormuz. Fortunately, both crew members were rescued and are reported to have escaped injury. President Trump said today that the U.S. needs to respond to the attack, while Iran’s parliamentary speaker cautioned that the Islamic Republic would match whatever actions Washington tak...

Continued conversation about how a 31-year-old man is facing criminal charges following a fatal road rage confrontation. Authorities say Timothy Scalisi has been charged with manslaughter after allegedly lifting a 23-year-old man and forcefully throwing him to the ground during an altercation. Responding officers found the victim disoriented and vomiting at the scene. He succumbed to his injuries...

A 31-year-old man is facing criminal charges following a fatal road rage confrontation. Authorities say Timothy Scalisi has been charged with manslaughter after allegedly lifting a 23-year-old man and forcefully throwing him to the ground during an altercation. Responding officers found the victim disoriented and vomiting at the scene. He succumbed to his injuries two days later. When tempers flar...

Despite the high level of excitement surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in Massachusetts, demand for short-term rentals remains low. Many property owners listing on Airbnb were expecting instant bookings, even for properties listed at more than $30,000 per week. The reality is that international travelers appear to be seeking stays of fewer than three nights at rates below $300 per night....

Dan had a bad day when his cell phone stopped working. With so much of our lives on our phones, Dan asked if you've ever had your phone destroyed or broken beyond repair. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oyster farmer and combat veteran Graham Platner remains the front-runner in the Maine Democratic primary, despite allegations of misconduct toward women and controversy surrounding a tattoo associated with a Nazi symbol. Maine voters' opinions are mixed, with some saying that Platner's personal life has no bearing on his policies, while others argue that his political mission is sincere and that i...

President Donald Trump walked out of an NBC "Meet the Press" interview with Kristen Welker after she questioned him about compensation for alleged victims of government "weaponization" and challenged his claims that the California primaries and the 2020 election were "dirty" and "rigged." After a tense back-and-forth exchange, Trump said, "Let's call it quits because I've had enough," and left the...

Brian Shortsleeve is on a mission to fix what’s broken in Massachusetts. The former head of the MBTA is running for governor of Massachusetts and is focused on fiscal reform and government efficiency. At a recent press conference, Shortsleeve said that, if elected, he would block funding for the Legislature in an effort to force compliance with Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s probe, which was...

If you were trapped on a deserted Island, what item would you bring with you to help you get by until you’re rescued? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Red Sox demoted Brayan Bello, a starting pitcher after a series of recent struggles, including the final straw Thursday when the pitcher gave up 6 runs in the first inning alone against the Orioles. Bello is being sent down to Worcester's Triple A. The pitcher has been defensive when asked about his struggles and told reporters that he is not interested in working through his struggles in Trip...

The Trump Administration's National Park Service plans to remove three quotes from the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown. The quotes being removed include comments on slavery, war, and immigrants. The removal of the three quotes comes just ahead of the 251st anniversary of the monument on June 17th. Is the removal at all warranted or a clear depiction of censorship of American history? Sen. Ed M...

8:05PM: Gallup reports that nearly half of college students say AI has made them reconsider their majors. Should students choose majors based on industry trends? Or is it better to find the right fit for their natural talents and strengths despite what's popular? Guest: Alix Hogu - author of From Hidden to Limitless: The Secret to Reaching Your Highest Potential, is a mentor with over 20 years of...

The U.S. House approved a war powers resolution on Wednesday aimed at halting the military action in Iran, a move that defied President Donald Trump. So, what happens now? A vote will be taken up by the U.S. Senate and if passed, sent to Pres. Trump's desk who can veto it...so does it make much difference? Trump says Iran already agreed they would not have a nuclear weapon so what's the hold up wi...

The U.S. House approved a war powers resolution on Wednesday aimed at halting the military action in Iran, a move that defied President Donald Trump. So, what happens now? A vote will be taken up by the U.S. Senate and if passed, sent to Pres. Trump's desk who can veto it...so does it make much difference? Trump says Iran already agreed they would not have a nuclear weapon so what's the hold up wi...

With the FIFA World Cup coming to Boston in the coming weeks, we will ask the audience, are they all in on the games? Do you have FIFA Fever? Are you going to any of the games or are you trying to stay away from the surrounding area as much as possible? The games have brought a lot of excitement for many, but not everyone may be thrilled about the increased traffic delays, crowds, etc. We talked a...

8:05PM: An upcoming Cold Case Video Series by Emily Sweeney of the Boston Globe is in the works. What you can expect! Guest: Emily Sweeney – Social Video Journalist for the Boston Globe (she just got promoted to this new title)  8:15PM: Around 1 in 5 young people use AI chatbots for mental health advice, survey finds. Guest: Alice Connors-Kellgren, PhD, Director of Psychology at Tufts M...

The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed what they are describing as a “transparency bill” called, An Act Promoting Transparency and Public Access in State Government. The bill is in direct response to the ongoing legal battle brought forth by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, to audit the State Legislature. The measure would allow DiZoglio to audit the administrative functions of...

The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed what they are describing as a “transparency bill” called, An Act Promoting Transparency and Public Access in State Government. The bill is in direct response to the ongoing legal battle brought forth by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, to audit the State Legislature. The measure would allow DiZoglio to audit the administrative functions of...