A new round of U.S. tariffs on Canadian products is now in effect after last-minute trade talks ended without a deal. The 50-percent tariffs cover about 20-billion dollars in imports—including beer, dairy products, appliances and other goods—and affect roughly five percent of Canada’s annual exports to the United States. President Trump says Canada made excessive demands during negotiations, while Canadian officials accuse Washington of moving the goalposts. Prime Minister Mark Carney says his government will answer with matching tariffs on American products beginning September eighth, raising concerns about higher prices and a widening trade dispute between the longtime allies. Stay with 1200 WOAI and San Antonio’s First News for the latest.

Host of the Pure Opelka Podcast Mike Opelka joins us to talk all things America and San Antonio—and with Mike, no topic is too big, too strange or too ridiculous. From the latest headlines out of Washington to the stories keeping the Alamo City buzzing, Mike brings his trademark humor and unfiltered perspective to help us make sense of it all. Buckle up—it’s always an entertaining ride with Mike Opelka on 1200 WOAI and San Antonio’s First News!

White House Correspondent Jon Decker joins us to break down the growing trade dispute with Canada after new 50-percent tariffs took effect without a deal. He explains what the standoff could mean for consumers and relations with our northern neighbor. Then, we shift gears to Washington, where the Freedom 250 Grand Prix brought IndyCar racing to the streets of the capital as part of America’s 250th birthday celebration. You’re listening to 1200 WOAI and San Antonio’s First News.

1200 WOAI's Charity McCurdy talks to Dr. Eric Dorninger on the benifits that CBD has on sleep, stress management, and overall wellness.

It’s Friday, which means it’s time for our favorite weekly tradition — Fridays with Beamer! Host of On The Record Randy Beamer joins us live in studio, fresh off vacation and hopefully rested enough to deal with us again. We’ll find out where Randy disappeared to, get his thoughts on the growing debate surrounding data centers, and, most importantly, take advantage of the free therapy session we desperately need after another long week in the news business. Vacation stories, technology, questionable life advice, and whatever else goes off the rails — it’s Fridays with Beamer on 1200 WOAI, San Antonio’s First News!

The USS Abraham Lincoln is finally heading home after an extended deployment at sea. The aircraft carrier and its strike group have been operating overseas for months, supporting U.S. military operations and maintaining a strong American presence amid heightened tensions around the world. Now, thousands of sailors are preparing for a long-awaited reunion with their families as the Lincoln makes its journey back to home port. We’ll break down where the carrier has been, what its extended mission accomplished, and what comes next for the crew. That story and more on 1200 WOAI, San Antonio’s First News.

National Correspondent Rory O’Neill joins us as concerns continue to grow over the rapid expansion of massive data centers across the country. From the enormous amounts of electricity needed to power the AI boom to questions about water use, infrastructure, and the impact on local communities, these facilities are creating a new set of challenges. Rory breaks down why data centers are becoming such a hot-button issue and what could come next. That’s on 1200 WOAI, San Antonio’s First News.

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Jeff Webster joins SAFN to discuss what is next for Project Marvel.