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The LAPD is treating recent acts of art gallery vandalism in Boyle Heights as potential hate crimes, but some groups see it as protest over the neighborhood’s gentrification – we dive into various viewpoints; how will marijuana be advertised after Prop 64 (likely) passes in California?; plus, Larry and KPCC film critics review ‘Doctor Strange,’ ‘Trolls’ and more. TGI-FilmWeek!

The United Kingdom's decision to withdraw from the European Union has been halted by Parliament - what that means for Prime Minister Theresa May's plans to invoke Article 50; Pope Francis says that St. Pope John Paul II had the final word on shutting down the notion of ordaining women priests; and if you've procrastinated on studying this year's election ballot, fear not - there's still time to get your #VoterGamePlan ready.

The Department of Justice is suing DirecTV/AT&T for unlawfully sharing information during negotiations for the rights to telecast the Dodgers channel – we bring you the latest; plenty of people have already cast their ballots – what are the implications of early voting?; we theorize the reasons behind the NFL’s sloping ratings; and we debate Measure M, Metro’s plan to fund expansion of LA public transit.

FBI Director James Comey's public announcement to reopen Hillary Clinton's email investigation last Friday has sparked sharp criticisms - we analyze why the decision was made and its potential impact on the 2016 presidential election; NPR launches 'The Big Listen' with host Lauren Ober, a podcast about finding the right podcast for you; plus, we talk to the first psychologist to conduct an empirical study on creepiness, and the real reason clowns freak us out.

FBI Director James Comey informed Congress that new classified Clinton emails have come to light, prompting a reopening of criminal investigation involving the Democratic presidential nominee; leaders of the armed protest at the Oregon national wildlife refuge were acquitted of federal charges – we analyze the verdict; according to a new WWF report, more than two thirds of the earth’s wildlife could be extinct by the end of 2020 – how much stock can we take in this prediction?; plus, Larry and KPCC film critics review ‘Inferno’ and other new releases. TGI-FilmWeek!

It's been a stressful cycle of 2016 presidential election news - how have you been coping? We hear from listeners about how they've handled the inundation of campaign scandals and vitriol from candidates, and ways to combat unhealthy fatigue; the Vatican released new cremation regulations on how the ashes of loved ones shouldn't be kept in home or scattered; and we dive into Prop 61 over prescription drug coverage reform, one of the most highly debated measures in California.

Justin Timberlake’s selfie at a Tennessee voting booth raised concerns over vote buying and legality – we dive into the issue; the CDC’s new report shows a spike in CA’s STI numbers; why women choose to change or keep their surnames; plus, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has two seat openings – we host debates for the candidates.

We talk to Metro CEO Phil Washington about the expo line, bike share programs and more; should infants sleep in the same room as parents? According to a new recommendation released yesterday, it significantly reduces chances of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome; we analyze Obamacare’s double-digit premium hikes; plus, what is ‘speaking American?’ A look at dialect variations and colloquialisms.

We roundup the latest election news, including where key national congressional races are currently at, what Clinton's surging poll numbers mean and more WikiLeaks documents released; should journalists have the right to donate to political campaigns as private citizens, or are they obligated to neutrally refrain?; and what AT&T's $85.4 billion buyout for Time Warner means for everyday consumers.