The WFEA Morning Update

WFEA Morning Update with Jeff Chidester

The WFEA Morning Update with Jeff Chidester

Listen Monday - Thursday from 6-10am and Friday from 6-9am

The WFEA Morning Update will focus on issues affecting Granite State residents in a fun and informative way.

Jeff Chidester is the host of The WFEA Morning Update. Jeff is a well-known, involved member of the community, with a background in journalism, law enforcement, and broadcasting. Raised in New Hampshire, Jeff has traveled the world extensively, learning and observing other cultures and their impact on America, while always returning to his home state. He served in the US Army, as a police officer in New Hampshire, a writer for the Portsmouth Herald, and as the creator and host of the radio show, Right Here, Right Now. His experience and character align with the “live & local” ideals of WFEA and many of its Granite State listeners.

Thursday, August 1, 202408/01/2024

Paula Scanlan 08-01-24

Independent Women’s Forum (IWF) Ambassador Paula Scanlan talks about the new Title IX rules that go into effect on August 1st, 2024, and that will adversely affect women’s athletics and academics, as well as women-only private spaces. 

Thursday, August 1, 202408/01/2024

Jeff Chidester, Mark Ericson, Rich Racine & Joseph Costanzo 08-31-24

Jeff Chidester, Mark Ericson, Rich Racine & Joseph Costanzo discuss the upcoming Special Olympics fundraiser, the ‘Heroes Cup’ Baseball Game, happening August 3rd, 2024, at Northeast Dental Dental Stadium in Manchester. 

Wednesday, July 31, 202407/31/2024

Jeff Chidester & Tom Novak 07-31-24

Jeff and Tom talk about the latest wave of adds targeting Kelly Ayotte in her bid to become New Hampshire’s next Governor.

Wednesday, July 31, 202407/31/2024

AnnMarie Timmins 07-31-24

AnnMarie Timmins of the New Hampshire Bulletin talks about the federal rule changes that will have an adverse effect on organ transplant services.

Wednesday, July 31, 202407/31/2024

Drew Cline 07-31-24

Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy talks about the end of the Steeply Gate Mall and the more significant issue of public use.

Wednesday, July 31, 202407/31/2024

State Rep. Len Turcotte 07-31-24

State Representative Len Turcotte discusses leadership focus for the upcoming NH legislative session.

Wednesday, July 31, 202407/31/2024

State Sen. Dan Innis 07-31-24

State Senator, Small Business Owner, and Economic Professor Dan Innis discusses economic policies at the state and national levels, the nation’s debt crisis, and farm-to-table school lunch programs.

Wednesday, July 31, 202407/31/2024

Michael Graham 07-31-24

Michael Graham from NH Journal talks about the state of the NH races for governor and Congress.

Wednesday, July 31, 202407/31/2024

Brian Riedl 07-31-24

Economist Brian Riedl of the Manhattan Institute provides essential insight into the dangers of a $35 trillion national debt. 

Tuesday, July 30, 202407/30/2024

Jessica Vaughan 07-30-24

Jessica Vaughan from the Center of Immigration Studies, talks about human trafficking, a recently released study on immigration policies and the impact on our welfare system.

Recent Headlines

14 hours ago in National

US will suspend immigrant visa processing from 75 countries over public assistance concerns

The State Department said Wednesday it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Russia and Somalia, whose nationals the Trump administration has deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States.

21 hours ago in National

Luxury retailer Saks seeks bankruptcy protection overwhelmed by debt

The owner of Saks Fifth Avenue is seeking bankruptcy protection, buffeted by rising competition and the massive debt it took on to buy its rival in the luxury sector, Neiman Marcus, just over a year ago.

21 hours ago in National

Minnesota protesters, agents repeatedly square off while prosecutors quit after Renee Good’s death

Federal officers dropped tear gas and sprayed eye irritant at activists Tuesday during another day of confrontations in Minneapolis, while students miles away walked out of a suburban school to protest the Trump administration's bold immigration sweeps.

2 days ago in National

Bringing charges against the Fed: What we do (and don’t) know

President Donald Trump has dramatically escalated his confrontation with the Federal Reserve, his Justice Department investigating and threatening a criminal indictment of the independent central bank and serving it with subpoenas.

3 days ago in National

George Floyd and Renee Good: 5 years between Minneapolis videos, and confusion has increased

Five years ago, video images from a Minneapolis street showing a police officer kneeling on the neck of George Floyd as his life slipped away ignited a social movement. Now, videos from another Minneapolis street showing the last moments of Renee Good's life are central to another debate about law enforcement in America.