Some 2015 Oscar nominees join Take Two to talk about their bids. Leimert Park, the cultural and artistic hub of black Los Angeles, is about to undergo some changes. And, Ray Bradbury's Cheviot Hills home was torn down.
Oscar nominations are out, and this year looks to be another where performances by people of color go unrewarded.
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Nominations for the Academy Awards were announced early Thursday. The list is brought to you by the letter B -- for Boyhood, Budapest and, of course, Birdman.
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L.A. has been rated the most unaffordable city in America by Harvard and UCLA, and the problem is only getting worse. SCPR’s Ben Bergman tells if raising the minimum wage would really help.
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Concern over changes to Leimert Park, the cultural hub of black Los Angeles has sparked mixed views from long-time residents and business owners.
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Ray Bradbury lived in the Cheviot Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles for more than 50 years. But when Bradbury died in 2012, the home was sold. And now -- it's being torn down.
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Alex Cohen takes a look at the week in California politics with Capitol Public Radio’s Katie Orr and political scientist Jack Pitney.
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A new law in the city of West Hollywood goes into effect today, requiring gender-neutral restrooms in businesses and public places.
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• 5:44
While the Oscars dominated conversation on Thursday, there is a ceremony to bestow prizes on our furry friends: The World Dog Awards.