Gridlocked Congress, Palisades Fire suspect, Dolly Parton’s health & more

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Democrats and Republicans are still trading blame as the shutdown crosses the one-week mark. President Donald Trump may travel to the Middle East as a Gaza ceasefire deal is reportedly “close.” Police arrested a man in connection with the deadly Palisades Fire – we have details. The search for the last of the 10 inmates who broke out of a New Orleans jail is over. Plus, Dolly Parton responds to rumors about her health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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