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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.

San Bernardino adopts program to reduce homicides, Boyle Heights workshop builds bridge between community and police, should 17-year-olds be allowed to vote?

Lawmakers push to expand financial aid for California college students, warding off the perils of working from home, "Kong" becomes king at the box office.

The politics behind Democrats' use of 'Trumpcare,' risks rise as the reservoir at Oroville fills up, and a preview of fun events this weekend in Southern California

How LA can tackle homelessness with Measure H funds, GOP abortion clause makes CA health insurance ineligible for subsidies, Descanso Gardens Cherry Blossom Festival

What's next for homelessness and pot local elections, why a day without women isn't possible for everyone and how to talk politics at work

What the GOP's healthcare plan could mean for California, Golden State biologists discover why pandas are black and white, new music with Tuesday Reviewsday

Attorney General Becerra on CA's "footprint on nation's capital", LA voters to chose Community College Board Trustees, class revives Aztec language, Nahuatl.

Bob Miller recalls 44 years as the voice of the LA Kings, why kids need death education and just how do you say Los Feliz?

Snapchat goes public raising concerns for L.A.'s Silicon Beach, what Attorney General Sessions could mean for California's pot industry, TV worth binge watching

Plans to expand California's health insurance programs, Measure S "eviction notice" mailer under Sheriff's cease-and-desist, Styled Side: movie merchandise sales

SoCal Jewish community centers among 30 bomb threats across US, impact of Trump's proposed military budget on California, old Nokia model brings users back to basics

LA's chase to host 2024 Olympics, KPCC's Human Voter Guide answers your March 7th ballot questions, examining diversity in Hollywood post Oscars.