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Today on AirTalk, the labor market reports on a slowdown in employment; how the internet has changed the way we talk to each other; Howlin' Rays Nashville Hot Chicken and FilmWeek.
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Austin Cross and LAist film critics Tim Cogshell, Manuel Betancourt and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms.
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A federal appeals court ruled Friday to uphold a lower court's temporary block, citing "mountain of evidence" that tactics violate Constitution. -
UCLA tells researchers to 'immediately stop spending' after Trump administration freezes grant fundsThe Trump administration cited alleged antisemitism at UCLA as a reason for suspending the funding. Years worth of research could be lost, one UCLA researcher said.
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Dispensary owner discussed tax hardships live on our radio station LAist 89.3 FM, then the state came to collect.
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The weeklong saga ended with L.A. crews repainting a set of crosswalks around Stoner Park.
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Starting Friday, the city will cover 10% less rent for Section 8 voucher holders.
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The shop opened for business Friday, offering plants, seeds and educational resources for gardeners at every level.
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The push to rehire retired workers comes as the administration has also sought to downsize large swaths of the federal government through mass layoffs and other changes.
Explore LA
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It's all about the fandom at KCON LA.
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The review site released its 100 top sandwich spots, with five in SoCal. But they weren’t the usual contenders.
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See Cynthia Erivo in Jesus Christ Superstar, join a farewell party at Cole’s French Dip, enjoy a poetry night at Grand Performances, check out Boleros de Noche and more of the best things to do this weekend.
The latest on the homelessness crisis
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While the number of unhoused adults appear to be down, the estimated number of unsheltered children and teens under 18 in the county went up this year. Data suggests larger families especially are struggling. -
After meeting with Trump appointee, LA County preps for possible major cuts to housing, homelessnessThe high-ranking federal housing appointee said they'd would be recommending that President Donald Trump “defund” Los Angeles, according to a county official. The federal housing agency has declined to comment so far.
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Latest from the White House
Follow the fast-moving developments under the Trump Administration.
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The Smithsonian says a reference to President Trump's impeachments that was removed last month will be restored once the exhibit is updated.
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Trump called for the firing of the Labor statistics official after data earlier showed employers added just 73,000 jobs in July, while job gains for the previous two months were largely erased.
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World leaders have lavished praise on President Trump in order to smooth diplomatic relations — and get better deals too.
LA's wildfires: Your recovery guide
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Your game plan for what happens next. LAist will be there every step of the way.
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If one thing defines Los Angeles, it might be traffic. And in the months since the January firestorm, displaced residents say they've been sitting in a lot more of it.
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The coalition worked with the Altadena community as part of an effort to preserve the cultural heritage of Altadena's Black residents.
Featured events
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On August 9, actor and writer Stephen Tobolowsky (he/him) and stand-up comedian and actor Aparna Nancherla (she/her), plus surprise guest experts will join J. Keith and Helen for a trivia show like no other!
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Our celebration of the 40th anniversary of AirTalk continues with a walk down memory lane at the Skirball Cultural Center. Join host Larry Mantle as he and others talk about the history of news media in L.A. from radio, to the Los Angeles Times, to news choppers, and how things have evolved.
Civics & Democracy
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For years, Irvine residents have complained about outdated library facilities under Orange County leadership. Now, the city is taking back control.
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Texas is redrawing districts to favor Republicans. Newsom says two can play at that game. He'll ask voters to approve new maps for California in November.
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After last year's electoral losses, the Democratic Party faces low approval rates and is working to figure out its strategy ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Education
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The Justice Department issued UCLA a notice of violation for not responding “adequately” to complaints about antisemitism.
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Most campuses in High Fire Hazard Severity Zones are in Southern California or near the Bay Area.
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Million dollar settlements to regain federal funding? Rising tuition, but layoffs and course cuts? We're here to help.
Featured Podcast
The dirty secret of trash: Illegal dumping in the Southern California desert
Diapers, concrete and construction debris. The open secret about trash in Southern California is that some of the waste people assume is being properly handled is actually being disposed of on remote sites in the California high desert. The state agency in charge of waste, CalRecycle, has said the scale of illegal dumping has become an emergency. LAist science reporter Jacob Margolis investigated several illicit sites in the Antelope Valley. His investigation raises questions about illegal dumping practices, accountability and the toll it all takes on nearby residents.
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The rare plant blooms every four to six years and emits a foul smell in the process.
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The Eastside landmark is home to a new gallery. While some welcome it, others fear it’s part of a familiar pattern of gentrification
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Don’t fret, though — L.A.'s tarantulas are mostly harmless to humans and are only looking for love.
Food
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Restaurant crawls and dining clubs are the latest efforts from community members to revive struggling Altadena eateries affected by the Eaton Fire.
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Ice cream makers bring a little piece of Argentina, Turkey and Mexico to the region
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The Palisades Fire was just the first hardship the restaurant faced. A mudslide in February has meant a long, soggy road to reopening.
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California's safety fund is meant to help utilities avoid bankruptcy when found liable for wildfires.
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You can’t do things like drink or swim in the water, but it can be used for landscaping and gardens.
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California has filed suit seeking to overturn an executive order targeting gender-affirming care for people under 19.
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The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funnels federal money to public media stations, says it's winding down operations after President Donald Trump signed a law rescinding all funding.
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Investors are reacting to Trump's latest plans to impose a wide range of tariffs. A weaker-than-expected jobs report magnified concerns about how these import taxes would affect the economy.
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Her family's statement is the latest development involving Epstein, who took his own life in a New York jail in 2019 while facing federal sex trafficking charges, and the Republican president.
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An executive order says most of the tariffs will not take effect for at least a week, despite an earlier assertion that new rates would take effect on Friday.
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The Trump administration has said the conditions in the three countries have improved, therefore the immigrants can return back to their homelands. But federal Judge Trina Thompson suggested Trump's motives are discriminatory.
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The budget bill signed by President Donald Trump on July 4 ends a 30% residential solar credit. But those who act fast may still be able to get the tax break.
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After at least 15 years of talking about it, President Trump is building a ballroom at the White House. Work will begin this September, with a price tag of $200 million, the White House says.
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Following uproar from homeowners and local elected leaders, a state law allowing denser housing in single-family areas will no longer apply to the Pacific Palisades.
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About a month after announcing that it would stop sharing data that hurricane forecasters and scientists rely on, the Navy now says it will continue distributing it.
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