Metro's Crenshaw line expansion causes closures on the 405 freeway, remembering American playwright Sam Shepard, a wave of scams hit Southern California.
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The 405 is set for closures throughout August. KPCC's Meghan McCarty Carino explains what's happening with one of LA's most used freeways
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Weeks after the LA Times broke the story, USC now says it knew about former Keck medical school dean, Carmen Puliafito's illicit drug use for years.
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Last week, nearly 500 incoming freshmen at UC Irvine were told their admissions were rescinded, two months before classes begin.
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Californians learn Tuesday how much health insurance rates will increase for people who buy coverage through Covered California.
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Whether it's convincing you your loved one has been kidnapped or to hand over your Social Security number, scams come in all shapes. Here's how you can be aware.
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Sam Shepard, Pulitzer prize winning playwright, screenwriter, actor and director, passed away last Thursday. This week, 'On the Lot,' reflects on his legacy.
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For this installment of The California Canon: Great Books from the Golden State, David Kipen brings us "If He Hollers Let Him Go" by Chester Himes.