NightSide With Dan Rea

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has unveiled a street safety plan following the death of city transportation planner and cyclist Louisa Gag, pledging more permanent protected bike lanes, stronger truck safety measures, and an outside review of the city's Streets Cabinet. The plan also calls for evaluating the Mission Hill intersection where Gag was killed, expanding durable bike lane barriers, improving...

Massachusetts voters will get the chance this November to weigh in on whether the state’s recreational marijuana law should be repealed. Supporters of the ballot question say legalization has led to public health and safety concerns, while opponents argue the industry has created jobs, brought in tax revenue, and provides a regulated way for adults to buy cannabis. The vote will determine wh...

Dan opened up the phone lines for callers to continue discussions from earlier in the night, or bring up new topics they'd like to hear us cover! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A deadly attack in Boston has sparked calls for action. A Bedford man is facing charges in connection with two violent incidents, including the death of a man found with serious injuries near Boylston and Tremont streets and a separate assault near Beach Street. The Downtown Boston Neighborhood Association is calling for a renewed task force to address public safety concerns, and co-founder Rishi...

Cyclospora cases have surged across the U.S., sickening thousands in a foodborne outbreak linked to fresh produce, including iceberg lettuce. The parasite can cause severe diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, and weight loss, and outbreaks are often difficult to trace because symptoms may not appear for up to two weeks. Dan spoke with Timothy Lytton, Regents' Professor at Georgia State Unive...

The Massachusetts Senate is considering a proposal to eliminate Chapter 62F, a voter-approved law that requires excess state tax revenue to be returned to taxpayers. Republican candidate for Governor Brian Shortsleeve says repealing 62F would amount to a permanent tax increase by allowing Beacon Hill to retain billions in excess revenue rather than returning it to taxpayers. Shortsleeve joined Dan...

In a recent video statement, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani acknowledged that the city does not have the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits for the United Nations General Assembly. However, Mamdani said he still believes the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant should be enforced and urged the federal government to join the ICC and execute...

A new investigation by ProPublica and the Anchorage Daily News found that a federal broadband subsidy program is providing more than $340,000 a year to deliver internet service to hundreds of mostly empty buildings on Alaska’s remote Adak Island. The funding comes through the Universal Service Fund, a fee collected from telecommunications customers that helps bring internet access to rural c...

A Boston man convicted of killing 87-year-old Maude Hinds in 1991 has been granted parole after decades behind bars for the brutal attack. Dionicio Delvalle was sentenced to life in prison for her death, but the Massachusetts Parole Board cited his rehabilitation efforts, prison record, and acceptance of responsibility in approving his release. The decision has sparked debate over whether people c...

David Solet is a longtime Middlesex County prosecutor running for district attorney, with 24 years of experience handling serious criminal cases. He led the office’s Cold Case Homicide Unit from 2019 to 2025, working on unsolved murders and major investigations, and says his focus is on public safety, supporting victims, and using modern tools like DNA and digital evidence to solve crimes. D...

The conversation continued about how New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he will seek to have Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrested if he comes to New York for the United Nations General Assembly. Mamdani argues he has the authority to do so based on an International Criminal Court warrant alleging war crimes in Gaza. Critics question whether the mayor has the legal authority to m...

Continued conversation about how New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he will seek to have Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrested if he comes to New York for the United Nations General Assembly. Mamdani argues he has the authority to do so based on an International Criminal Court warrant alleging war crimes in Gaza. Critics question whether the mayor has the legal authority to make...

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he will seek to have Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrested if he comes to New York for the United Nations General Assembly. Mamdani argues he has the authority to do so based on an International Criminal Court warrant alleging war crimes in Gaza. Critics question whether the mayor has the legal authority to make such an arrest, sparking a broade...

Residents across Boston continue to raise concerns about unlicensed and off-leash dogs. Several years ago, a 4-year-old girl was bitten by an unleashed dog, and just last year, a man was attacked, suffering extensive injuries. Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn will chair a July 30 hearing examining animal control enforcement, leash law compliance, dog licensing, and public safety. He checked in to di...

You leave the house and you're halfway to your destination when panic sets in…you left your phone at home! Suddenly, you feel "naked" and completely out of touch. Or maybe you're rushing to meet someone and can't find your keys…or your wallet. Maybe you're traveling and suddenly can't remember if you packed your laptop before leaving the hotel. It's happened to all of us, and Dan wan...

The final whistle has blown, and the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially over. For millions of fans, it marked the end of an unforgettable month of drama, heartbreak, and celebration. But Dan never quite caught "FIFA Fever." Did you? Were you glued to the matches, or did soccer never make it onto your radar? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final whistle has blown, and the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially over. For millions of fans, it marked the end of an unforgettable month of drama, heartbreak, and celebration. But Dan never quite caught "FIFA Fever." Did you? Were you glued to the matches, or did soccer never make it onto your radar? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continued conversation about how jury selection is underway in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Duxbury, MA, mother charged with killing her three young children in 2023. Clancy has pleaded not guilty, with her defense expected to argue she was suffering from severe postpartum mental illness, while prosecutors maintain the killings were planned.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Jury selection is underway in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Duxbury, MA, mother charged with killing her three young children in 2023. Clancy has pleaded not guilty, with her defense expected to argue she was suffering from severe postpartum mental illness, while prosecutors maintain the killings were planned. Dan spoke with attorney Philip A. Tracy Jr. about the key legal issues in the...

Summer is just about half over! In this last hour of the week, Dan wanted to know if you’ve accomplished all your goals for this season, or are there still some things left on your bucket list? And, how do you like your hot dogs? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continued conversation about President Trump’s recent speech and how discussions about the security of America’s election system have intensified. While there have been varying responses to the claims made in the address, the focus on securing future elections continues. Legislative proposals aimed at addressing these concerns are now being discussed. What do you think would help build...

Following President Trump’s recent speech, discussions about the security of America’s election system have intensified. While there have been varying responses to the claims made in the address, the focus on securing future elections continues. Legislative proposals aimed at addressing these concerns are now being discussed. What do you think would help build more confidence in future...

A miracle happened in 2009 on a cold January day when US Airways Flight 1549 made an emergency landing on New York City's Hudson River after a flock of geese caused both of its engines to lose power. Thanks to the quick thinking of Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the plane landed safely, and all 155 people on board were saved. This week, the world learned of Capt. Sully's diagnosis of Alzhei...

Dan broke down the presidential address and invited listener input. What stood out to you? Did the address change your perspective, raise new questions, or reinforce what you already believe? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan broke down the presidential address and invited listener input. What stood out to you? Did the address change your perspective, raise new questions, or reinforce what you already believe? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.