Take Two

Today on the show we'll start with an interview with LA Mayor Eric Garcetti about his trip to Mexico City and the work he's doing there. Then, President Obama's budget calls on tax cuts for middle class and more funding for the poor. Plus, water witching, the future of Los Angeles, nursing home closure controversy, Filipino art and more

Today, we'll take a look at highlights from the Academy Awards with Rebecca Keegan, entertainment reporter for the Los Angeles Times. Plus, we'll examine how close this year's Oscar predictions really were. We’ll also talk about the announcement to incorporate "12 Years a Slave" as part of the curriculum for high schools around the country. And how libraries are celebrating Dr. Seuss' birthday. Finally, we'll end the show with Yelp's list of the top 100 restaurants in the country followed by an inside look at the real life superhero movement, "Heroes in the Night.”

Today on the show, we'll talk about President Obama's new initiative to empower young men and boys of color. Find out how schools use financial aid as a strategy. Get your weekly recap of major headlines and news during Friday Flashback. Next, we'll take a look at popular venues for watching the Oscars this Sunday, as well as a look back at some of the most memorable Academy Awards bloopers.

Today on the show, we'll look at suggestions and proposals on how to improve spending when it comes to water in the state. The Legislative Analyst's Office has a new report evaluating Gov. Brown's drought and water conservation proposal. Then, we'll talk Oscar predictions with David Rothchild, a researcher who publishes predictions on the site, PredictWise.

Today on the show, we'll chat with Twitter pal Los Angeles Rain. Then, we'll talk sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky. Plus, the clock is ticking for Arizona Governor Jan Brewer. What will she decide to do with SB 1062? How could protests affect US-Venezuela relations? Find out why sudden rainstorms are bad for drought-stricken land. This and more on Take Two.

Today on the show, we start with the Dodgers' new SportsNet LA channel. Then, high demand for new WWE network causes tech problems for fans. Plus, the Pentagon proposes a cut to Army funding for 2015, can desalination help relieve drought in California? Native plant gardens can bring more than city rebates to your property, plus much more.

Today, we'll start with an update on the deadly protests in Venezuela. Then, Mexico arrests wanted drug lord Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman in a joint effort with the U.S. Plus, Jason Collins becomes first openly gay player in the NBA, we meet the accountants behind the closely guarded Academy Awards votes, and much more.

Today on the show, California Gov. Jerry Brown joins us to discuss the state's water woes. Then, Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson talk about immigration reform and border security. Then, we take a look back at the week's news in the Friday Flashback, aggressive Academy Awards campaigns push for Oscar votes, Safeway may put itself on the auction block and much more.

Today on the show, we'll start with Metrolink's new collision avoidance system. Then, how will Gov. Jerry Brown spend $687.4 million on drought relief? Plus, aggressive Academy Award campaigns push for Oscar votes, MillerCoors releases new beer marketed toward Millenials, Egypt's Oscar-nominated 'The Square' tells the story of unfinished revolution and much more.

Today, we'll start out with a discussion about Obama's visit to Mexico. Then, changes to the LAPD's deadly force policy will impact how officers deals with the mentally ill. Plus, a salt shortage in Sochi almost impacts the Olympics, Trader Joe's is in the middle of a battle over its popular pretzel snacks, and much more.

The death penalty and the grim sleeper case, a chat with the CA State director for the Hillary Clinton Campaign, running's popularity declines among millennials.

LA Homelessness has increased in women, predictions of a major earthquake, will the Florida Governor's invitation to CA businesses inspire a mass exodus?

How will the political developments impact California? The decision to end solitary confinement in juvenile facilities, will the Burbank airport rebranding help?

What's in a winning political slogan? The documentary exploring 'gayby' babies, our live event on Millennials and how they are redefining the American Dream.

President Obama's final White House Correspondents' dinner, the Bentonville Film Festival, author Geoff Manaugh on his book " A Burglar's guide to the city".

Last night's Trump rally in Costa Mesa, the 'pretty bland' speeches of the 2016 presidential race, this summer's Cinespia series at the Hollywood Forever cemetery.

Tom Steyer's effort to mobilize young voters in key states, the importance of the Rams' NFL draft picks, movies and shows that cover the work and family balance.

NBC poll shows that Donald Trump now has 50% acceptance among conservatives, LA's economically segregated neighborhoods, Eazy E to Keanu: a chat with Jason Mitchell.

Why GOP donors are withdrawing their financial support, will exclusive deals become the norm for Tidal? Inside the history of the most popular sports and games.

The United Way LA's new report on the status of women in LA county, California's open U.S. senate seat, U.S. politics through the Game of Thrones lens.

Prince's legacy and how he pushed gender norms, Uber drivers remain independent contractors, how social media affects the way architects design for SoCal.

U.S. Latinos are youngest of any demographic group, Thursday's VW's deadline for fixing emissions-cheating cars, and looking back at the life and legacy of Prince.