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OC kidnapping, Metro fees, 'The Love Punch', creative placemaking and more
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May 22, 2014
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OC kidnapping, Metro fees, 'The Love Punch', creative placemaking and more

Today on the show, we'll have an update on the alleged kidnapping in Orange County in which a woman claims to have been held captive for 10 years. Then, Metro will decide today whether to raise fees. Plus, undocumented millennials show stronger ties after DACA, In 'The Love Punch,' actor Pierce Brosnan gives the comedic caper a try, the first Native American woman to be a federal judge takes oath, and much more.

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Today on the show, we'll have an update on the alleged kidnapping in Orange County in which a woman claims to have been held captive for 10 years. Then, Metro will decide today whether to raise fees. Plus, undocumented millennials show stronger ties after DACA, In 'The Love Punch,' actor Pierce Brosnan gives the comedic caper a try, the first Native American woman to be a federal judge takes oath, and much more.

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A woman who was reported missing 10 years ago was found in Orange County yesterday.
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It's an open secret in California's agricultural fields and packing houses: female farmworkers often endure sexual harassment, or even sexual assault.
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The 13-member LA County Metropolitan Transportation Authority board voted to raise fees for rail and bus fares.
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Secretary of state John Kerry and UC President Janet Napolitano are in Mexico this week to promote educational exchange between the US and Latin America.
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Although there is a perception that undocumented immigrants tend to overwhelmingly support Democrats, a new survey found that nearly half describe themselves as "independent" or "other."
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For the first time in the history of this country, a Native American woman has taken the oath to become a federal judge.
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Psilocybin is the active ingredient that puts the magic in "magic mushrooms." And new research suggests it has tremendous potential as a treatment for severe anxiety caused by a serious illness or terminal diagnosis, according to researchers in the field.
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Wim Hof is a Dutch man who claims he has trained his body to withstand extreme cold. He has hiked two-thirds up Everest in only shorts, run marathons barefoot in the Arctic Circle and submerged himself below ice for 72 minutes.
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It's Thursday and that means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government throughout California.
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Earlier this morning, a mistrial was declared in the federal case against L.A. County Sheriff's deputy James Sexton. Sexton is one of seven current and former sheriffs deputies who've been accused of conspiracy to obstruct justice in the federal probe of the LA County jails.
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Every year, almost 5 million people are bitten by dogs, making dog bites one of the most commonly reported health problems.
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The new film, "The Love Punch," stars veteran action hero and heartthrob Pierce Brosnan.
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The concept of "creative placemaking" is giving rise to some of the most interesting neighborhoods and spaces throughout LA, but it can only happen if the community is an integral part.
National Burger Day is coming up and we want to hear from you as to what your favorite burger is. If your nomination wins, we'll feature it on the show.