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.

President Obama's approval ratings hit 50 percent, kids who begin their transgender transition early, new music with Tuesday Reviewsday.

The Supreme Court sides with states over cost of regulating emissions, how children helped shape attitudes toward same-sex unions, and the Grateful Dead together, again.

SCOTUS rules that gay couples can marry in all 50 states, the latest on the terror attacks in France, Tunisia and Kuwait, Alan Rickman's film, 'A Little Chaos.'

Sen. Barbara Boxer talks about the ACA decision from SCOTUS, inside California's Task Force 2, BuzzFeed staffers pose in Victoria's Secret swimsuits.

A new report details US drone strikes in Yemen, a review of the big decisions from SCOTUS, what the Laker's draft could look like.

The latest on the debate to remove the Confederate flag, new stats show the number of moms aged 35 and older has increased, this week's pick for new music.

The state of white supremacy in the United States, the day's SCOTUS decisions, the latest news in the entertainment industry.

Hate crime groups in the United States, from stepdads to gay dads, a look at the life of unconventional fathers, Jason Schwartzman in 'The Overnight.'

A local pastor responds to the deadly shooting at a church in South Carolina, a look at the psychology of water conservation.

The Pope addresses climate change, transgender health, the Golden State Warriors win their first NBA championship in 40 years.

A California ruling on affordable housing is shaking things up for developers, new data about single-parent homes, Tuesday Reviewsday's new music.

Osamudia James talks about how being black is based on more than how you look, an update on the Transpacific Trade deal, the 'Limited Partnership' love story.