Take Two

Local congresswoman on why she's not attending the inauguration, Mel Brooks on his signature films, how tech is being used in efforts for greater transparency.

The relationship between the White House and the African American community moving forward, American Apparel's era ends, Roxane Gay's new book: "Difficult Women."

What does the UC title IX position entail? The love behind the Obama-Biden bromance, L.A.'s biggest murder mystery turns 70 this year.

The San Diego Chargers announce they're moving to L.A., making media literacy part of the school curriculum, is the fish you ordered really the fish you're eating?

An in-depth analysis of president-elect Trumps first press conference, the DA's announcement in the El Cajon shooting, can a new attorney general impact state laws on pot?

President Obama gives his final speech as president, research finds that the toughest time for a mom is when children are in middle school, and U2's iconic album "The Joshua Tree" turns 30.

California Republicans aim to turn the blue state red under Trump, the pass-thru sequoia called Pioneer Cabin falls in powerful winter storm, and the future of iconic Formosa Cafe in question after sudden closure.

The LA County District Attorney's office requests Raymond Lee Jennings' murder conviction be set aside, Mammoth gears up for more snow, why we just can't quit Jack in the Box tacos.

Secretary of Veterans Affairs meets with LA Mayor Eric Garcetti about homeless veterans; tour of Skid Row's Union Rescue Mission; a surge in homeless families.

Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder is working for the California Legislature, a state lawmaker talks about a controversial article he wrote, how humility helps leaders

Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke is out, what might this change if anything? A new Veteran's affairs chair, LAUSD teachers marched, but will they strike?

What's happening in state politics this week, an interview with the potential new chair of the Committee on Veterans Affairs, La Tuna Canyon Road safety improvement.

LA Department of Children and Family Services responds to Anthony Avalos grand jury documents, CA Air Resources Board new mandates, Amy Schumer's new clothing line.

Zillow now offers a cash-purchase option for some home sellers, how sustainable is a new Tejon Ranch housing development, Dear LA tells the city's history through letters and diary entries.

USC sets up a new hotline in the wake of its gynecologist scandal, why Harvard University is investing in Paso Robles vineyards, new labeling for romaine lettuce.

How the FBI raid of City Councilman Jose Huizar's office could affect DTLA's revitalization, a visit to the Disgusting Food Museum.

Direct Relief in Santa Barbara has a new sustainable backup power system in case of emergencies, California will require solar on new homes in 2020.

How rain is affecting Malibu's burn areas, how to drive in the rain, L.A. proposes vegan protein requirement for live entertainment venues and movie theaters.

Even when built with fire-resistant materials new homes can burn, how to assemble a low-cost go bag for emergencies, Tuesday Reviewsday.

The latest on a possible LAUSD strike, who is newly elected LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva, the latest news from Hollywood.

The Los Angeles Unified School District campus that has the most homeless students, packaging waste and prepared meal delivery services, highlights from the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show.

What comes after the death of the 710 freeway project, smoke is bad for your health but here are the longterm effects, a preview of the L.A. autoshow.