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Today on the show, we talk with reporter Sam Quinones about the resurgence of heroin in the US. Then, a rise in Texas border apprehensions poses humanitarian need. Plus, KPCC reports that the city of LA spends millions of taxpayer dollars on police union activities, our Tuesday Reviewsday critics look a new music and much more.

Today on the show, we'll take a look at the life of Philip Seymour Hoffman, who was found dead over the weekend. Why do so many celebrities suffer from drug addiction? Then, California got some rain over the weekend, but not enough to relieve the drought. What can people do to conserve water at home? Plus, a look at the latest entertainment news in On The Lot, restoration of Medi-Cal dental coverage comes too late for many, and much more.

Today, we start with a discussion about Speaker John Boehner's push for a GOP immigration bill. Then, LA's large Salvadoran community to vote on their home country's national election for the first time. Plus, we visit a Chinatown temple preparing for Lunar New Year celebrations. Also, recipes for Chinese dumplings and for kicked up guacamole in preparation for Super Bowl XLVIII, high-tech handbags, and much more.

Today on the show we start with a discussion about the retirement of Democratic Congressman Henry Waxman. Then, Gov. Brown is meeting with water managers to address California's drought issues. Meanwhile, GOP congressman introduce a bill to halt San Joaquin River restoration. Plus, can tech innovation make guns safer?, Pediatricians urge parents to secure their firearms, Tijuana suffers from slow Internet speeds, plus much more.

Today on the show we start with the news that LADWP head Ron Nichols is stepping down. Then, LA Mayor Eric Garcetti join us to talk about a number of issues from Tom Sherak's death to the President's State of the Union address. Plus, Nintendo profits tumble amid poor Wii U sales, Napa wineries are suffering due to California's drought, lessons the legal pot industry can learn from Prohibition, and much more.

Today on the show, we start with a preview of President Obama's State of the Union speech. Then, we look into security ahead of the 2014 Olympics in Sochi. What do terrorist threats do to an international athlete's psyche? Then, LA 'hacktivists' hope to help make city data more legible, the NSA targets game apps, Tuesday Reviewsday brings you the latest tunes, and much more.

Today on the show, we'll take a look at why California's flu season is already off to a deadly start. Then, the House is expected to vote on a new farm bill this week, Hollywood Reporter music critic Shirley Halperin breaks down the highs and lows of last night's Grammys, and we take look inside a vintage prop house. Plus, why is US figure skating waning in popularity, court will decide whether Stephen Glass should be allowed to practice law, and much more.

Today on the show, we'll look at the MTA's plan to connect rail lines to LAX and why they scrapped a proposal to bring the line right into the airport. Plus, a new report shows that air pollution levels in certain California cities are not at ideal levels, our Friday Flashback looks at the week's biggest stories, David Broza's new album hopes to push for peace in the Middle East, your SoCal rain dance songs and much more.

Rents in West Coast cities are on the rise. Rep Mark Takano joins us to talk about what's happening in the Inland Empire, where people are spending up to 50 percent of their income on rent. Then, LA Times revamps its Homicide Report blog, vigilantes in the Mexican state of Michoacan face off against Knights Templar drug cartel, and developer Rick Caruso explains why his outdoor mall model is such a hit, plus much more.

Former L.A. County Sheriff Lee Baca's pleads guilty, the meaning of 'progressive' politics, body positive campaigns and the rate they trickle down to young women.

The role of nonwhite voters in the upcoming primaries, Rebel Wilson on women in comedy and her bawdy roles, a look at the impact BMI's have on health coverage.

A Coastal Commission divide could lead to the ouster of its director, a new soul band from Lithuania, and should women feel obligated to vote for Hillary Clinton?

Are things changing for women and the NFL?, a look at how Asian Americans are celebrating Lunar New Year, inside the studio of a backstage Oscar photographer.

Female democrats torn between possible candidates, what makes an environmental disaster get more attention over others?, the new movement to bring fine wine to Cuba.

Cars may dominate the roads in Southern California, but we look at how Angelenos are adapting to new forms of getting around.

How and when to quit the presidential race, the world of sports through behavioral economics and psychology, Porter Ranch residents ask can the gas give them cancer?

What last night's close race reveals about the state of the Democratic party, a look this year's Super Bowl Media day, how the Zika virus may be tied to climate.

Shirt and button sales may give better insight than polls, a look at the changes to the NFL's annual tradition, how close is LA to their plan to help the homeless?

SCPR is partnering with other stations to explore issues vital to residents, roundtable on the lack of diversity in the newsroom, the initiative to clean up Watts.

VA Secretary Robert McDonald visits L.A. to focus on the issue of homeless vets, Barbie's new bodies, a rare California banana is back after 18 years.

How often do endorsements translate into votes?, Bay Area residents prepare for the Super Bowl by renting out their properties, a look into the world of drug gangs.