The Current with K.J. - October 8, 2026

On this episode of The Current with K.J., we remember the life and music of R&B legend Freddie Jackson, who died at age 70; examine protests at Cornell University surrounding the school’s response to sexual assault allegations; and look at a record number of book bans in public schools across the country. We also break down General Motors’ plans to bring more hybrid vehicles to its U.S. lineup and the unprecedented legal and medical questions surrounding Christa Pike after she survived Te...