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Preventing shootings related to gang activity, Ellen Page on her role in 'Freeheld,' a sneak preview at the reopening of Clifton's.

The latest on minimum wage, pricing on generic drugs, screenwriter Ron Nyswaner talks new movie, 'Freeheld.'

All new credit and debit cards will get microchips, how letting kids fail can be a positive thing, Kevin McCarthy of Bakersfield announces his bid for House speaker.

The impacts of the growing Asian population in the US, young conservatives look at where the GOP is headed, 'Brave Heart' documentary.

'Stonewall' and portrayals of LGBT history, Mexican indie star Natalia Lafourcade's latest album, a part husky, part wolf that could be euthanized.

Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia talks about the pope's US visit, a new documentary on the Black Panthers, the science of binge watching.

Conservation efforts during possible El Niño, writing comedy for young and adult audiences, Pope Francis' visit through the eyes of African Americans.

VW admits rigging vehicles for emissions tests, this week's new music picks, the struggles of helping children with homework.

What it takes to protect the Pope, a group is rescuing animals in the Valley and Butte fires, Erica Jong talks about her latest book.

The effects of mass incarceration, new documentary looks at Latinos' role in Vietnam, a lookahead to possible winners at this Sunday's Emmys.

The Committee for Greater LA offers "The Center" in Response to Homeless Crisis, UTLA President Wants Full Time School ...with Changes, the Cost of Being Californian

Take Two brings you a special edition of the LAist podcast 'Norco 80,' about the bank robbery that reshaped modern policing

State of Affairs: CA Budget and Rep. Kevin McCarthy's Control Trip, To Mask Up or Not?, Sup. Holly Mitchell Pushes for Universal Basic Income In LA County

How to Safely Reopen Schools, Why People are Still Hesitant to Go Maskless, More Fires in LA Homeless Encampments

What the State's Drought Declaration Means, How Schools are Helping Vaccinate Latino Teens, Gov Newsom Announces Multibillion Dollar Budget for Education

Gov. Newsom has Proposed putting $9 Billion Towards Homelessness, Look Into the Day of a Contact Tracer, Shortcomings of California's Cap-and-Trade Program

Gov. Newsom Announces New Round of Stimulus Checks, How Officials are Incentivizing People to Get Vaccinated, Rep. Ted Lieu Announces 21st Century Federal Writers Project

State of Affairs: John Cox's Recall Bear, Students Help Fight Warehouse Pollution in So Cal, Afraid of Needles? We Have Some Advice

Pediatrician Weighs in On COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids, Chula Vista Has a Big - and Controversial - Surveillance Program, How Neighborhood Pollution Can Affect Brain Development

NOAA Finds Climate Indeed Getting Hotter, LAUSD Will Stick to Start Mid-August Start, Hollywood Talent Agency ICM Accused of Hostile Work Environment

Legislation in Works to Bridge Digital Divide, How Carbon Vacuums Could Combat Climate Change, Race in LA: Being 'Black Enough'

The Likelihood Of Ever Reaching 'Herd Immunity' in the U.S., How to Socialize Again After Staying Home for A Year, Alamo Drafthouse will reopen Downtown