Take Two

Today, we begin with a discussion about a new initiative aimed at building a new generation of farmers and ranchers. Then, LGBT seniors struggle to find safe, affordable housing throughout the U.S. Plus, do incidents of anti-gay slurs, racism hint at larger problem in world soccer? Automaker recalls for 2014 already breaking records, our Tuesday Reviewsday critics bring new music from Kitten, Riff Raff and more.

California is lagging behind its goals for prison reform. Then, a new report points to Thailand, Malaysia as hotbeds of human trafficking, but the U.S. isn't immune. Plus, therapy is key to combating 'toxic stress' in babies, how two Prop 8 plaintiffs became symbols of the gay marriage fight, payday advance companies settle in with Native American tribes and much more.

Today on the show, we start with the news that a state audit has found that illegal sterilizations were done on female inmates. Then, 'Metastasis," the Spanish-language 'Breaking Bad' gets cooking. Plus, how to avoid sharing fraudulent news stories on social media, Juliette Lewis talks family drama and her new film "Hellion" and much more.

American Apparel founder and CEO Dov Charney was voted out by the company's board of directors amid misconduct allegations. Then, if chosen as House Majority Leader, Rep. Kevin McCarthy has a lot to prove. Plus, apps for keeping up with all the World Cup action, Harley Davidson unveils its first electric motorcycle, is L.A. becoming a walkable city? And much more.

Today on the show, we start with news that big tobacco is lighting up the e-cigarette market. Then, an analysis by Politico shows oil-train accidents have skyrocketed in last 5 years. Plus, what can 'maker culture' do for the US economy? The energy vampire that lets you watch 'Game of Thrones,' photographer Andrew Burton documents the quiet lives of elderly CA inmates and much more.

Today on the show we start with a look at how the U.S. and Iran are working together to secure Iraq from ISIS fighters. Then, why LGBT immigrants are finding it easier to seek asylum in the U.S. Plus, Hewlett-Packard has a new vision for the future, the Museum of Latin American Art will include Chicano Art, and much more.

Today, we hear from a journalist on the ground in Iraq after ISIS militants began their attack on the region. Then, a battle is brewing over what makes a true Tennessee Whiskey. Plus, remembering Casey Kasem, Starbucks says it will pay for its employees college education, we learn how climate change is affecting the desert landscape, U.S. coach Klinsmann opts for youth, international experience at World Cup and much more

Today we begin with Barack Obama's comments on the unrest in Iraq. Then, we hear from an Iraqi-American concerned about his family back home. Plus, who's killing the peafowl of Rolling Hills Estates? Mexican-American soccer fans view game as 'a culture, a religion,' 'Mad Men''s Rich Sommer joins cast of characters for LA Film Fest table read, Aimee Mann and Ted Leo team up for their new album 'The Both' and more.

We start today with a look at the FBI's investigation into problems with the Dept. of Veterans Affairs. Then, will Eric Cantor's departure push Rep. Kevin McCarthy ahead in House? Plus, California ranked one of the most stressed-out state in U.S., LA's Croatian community roots for their homeland team, 'Obvious Child''s Jenny Slate on life, love and stand-up comedy, how to make high-concept ice cream sandwiches like Coohaus at home and more.

Today we start with analysis and reaction from the Vergara vs. California ruling about teacher protections. Then, House majority leader Eric Cantor is defeated by Tea Party candidate David Brat. Plus, we take a look at some unrest around the beginning of the World Cup, the L.A. Film Fest kicks off today, Journalist Anthony Breznican on his new novel 'Brutal Youth' and much more.

Gov. Newsom on which bills will become law this year, how a UBI program in Stockton changed one woman's life and there's a new doc out called "Fandango At The Wall."

We take a look at the bills set to expire on Gov. Newsom's desk, discuss the ambush shooting of two sheriff's deputies and talk all things LA sport, particularly the Playoffs

We discuss the tenuous relationship between law enforcement and communities, the rise in the cost of US citizenship and what the new plan is for LA's Comic Con.

We discuss the nomination of Justice Amy Coney Barrett, what we're seeing with cars and trucks driving into protesters and we check in on Orange County.

President Trump to announce his Supreme Court pick, how to have important conversations with kids about police violence and the CSUs have new leadership.

How to handle the holidays during COVID-19, what needs to happen to fix the delays at the EDD and how the media is reckoning with race and sexual harassment issues.

A Louisville Grand Jury rules on charges in killing of Breonna Taylor, SoCal housing program checks-out early and an update on Joshua trees.

A new report details the admissions practices at the UCs, what Latino and Asian American voters face to cast their ballots and the pressure is on to reopen Disney.

We update you on the Bobcat Fire threatening homes in L.A. County, an update on what's happening to schools in the OC and all that went on at the Emmys.

Our weekly look into local CA politics, the Trump administration has moved to ban TikTok and WeChat and the host of the Wild Thing podcast joins us.

The LA Sheriff's Department debate recent events, what moms have been going through during the pandemic and how the fires have affected a Santa Anita community.

The latest on the state's fires, the Emmys are happening this weekend and we check in with Nick Quah of Servant of Pod.