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Today on the show, we'll have analysis of President Obama's speech about changes to the NSA. Then, the Sunset Strip venue Whisky A Go Go turns 50 this year. How is it faring in a changing music landscape? Plus, Kenneth Branagh talks "Shadow Recruit," Gov. Brown declares a drought in California, plus much more.

Academy Award nominations were announced today! We'll speak with nominee, screenwriter John Ridley. Plus, we'll look at the economics behind Oscar-bait films. Then Senator Barbara Boxer discusses Congress's failure to extend unemployment benefits, California's ongoing struggle with deadly Valley Fever, and Caltech debunks some common earthquake myths. Finally, Director Wong Kar-wai talks about getting "The Grandmaster" to the big screen and much more.

Today on the show, we'll discuss Obama's upcoming speech on changes to the NSA. Then, the LA Forum is reopening today after a multimillion-dollar renovation. We'll hear from two former Lakers about their favorite memories at the venue. Plus, is our digital-dependent culture vulnerable to earthquakes? Finally, App Chat, 'Las Marthas' documentary and much more.

Today on the show, we'll speak with the father of slain homeless man Kelly Thomas about the not-guilty verdict in his wrongful death trial. Then, the ACA is still struggling to enroll Spanish-speaking people. Plus, the effect of novels on the health of your brain, this week's new music, "Friday Night Tykes" unveils the competitive world of Texas youth football and much more.

First, we'll hear about the changes President Obama wants to make to the NSA. Can he get Congress to agree? Then, we'll hear more about the Target fraud case and whether they could have done more to prevent a cyberattack. Plus, we take a look at California's earthquake warning system, we discuss last night's Golden Globes show and more.

Today, we'll start with a look at Obama's plan to designate "Promise Zones" in cities to combat poverty. Then, Designer Diane von Furstenberg's iconic wrap dress turns 40. We'll take a tour of a local exhibition honoring the design. Then, LA band The Record Company stops by KPCC for an interview and a live set of their new music. Plus, the latest on the Kelly Thomas trial, Jahi McMath, and whale watching in SoCal.

Today, we'll talk to a Colorado pot shop owner to hear how business is booming, one week after the drug was legalized in the state. Also, we'll hear from two chefs about how to incorporate cannabis into meals. Then, Governor Jerry Brown releases his latest budget. We'll learn about what's in it and what it means for California. Then, we'll learn about the public image of Nicaragua's first lady, plus much more.

Today, we'll begin with a look at the war on poverty, 50 years later. Then, who might succeed Lee Baca as LA County Sheriff? We'll also look at his legacy when it comes to immigration. Plus, Slate's Emily Yoffe joins us to offer some advice on dealing with workplace pet peeves, an Airbnb house in Glendale is shut down due to raucous parties, the author of "Trickster's Hat" unleashes our creative mind's potential, and much more.

Today we'll start with the news that L.A. Sheriff Lee Baca is planning to retire. What will that mean for the future of the department? Then, flu season is in full force in the U.S., "Saturday Night Live," hires the first black, female cast member in five years and a Glendale Airbnb house is shut down for noise. Plus, we'll check in on the CES conference in Las Vegas and much more.

A nifty list that breaks down what you need to know about the coronavirus, plus how the media has handled Kobe Bryant's complicated legacy.

Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren on the senate trial set to begin next week, How MLK Boulevard got its name, where the women's march movement stands today.

Governor Newsom's Homeless Task Force proposes a bold idea, WNBA player's union agrees on new labor contract, the Konmari method for couples.

The impeachment trial of President Trump will begin in earnest, fuel dump by a Delta airline plane ended up dousing school children with strong vapors.

Local governments are unhappy with the Orange and LA county's new voting system, a Delta plane dumped fuel over a elementary school, and tomorrow's impeachment vote.

New initiative aims to improve Latino representation in films, effort to make beverage companies and distributors more responsible for their waste.

Digging into the new state budget proposal, local reaction to the city's homeless plan, the citywide redesign for streetlights.

Last year's fire season impacted cell phone coverage and military bases, California schools are recruiting more teachers of color, and LAPD had its own radio show.

Content creators on the TikTok app are living together in LA mansions, video game developers plan to unionize, and details on California's proposed Green New Deal.

State Senator Scott Wiener's housing bill is back for the third time, how a Caltech researcher plans to survey the region, and artist diversity at Coachella.

What's next for the L.A. County Department of Probation, new research into alternative pain management, and Long Beach fires the Queen Mary's longtime inspector.

Reactions to the U.S. airstrike that killed Iran's top military leader, black drivers are more often stopped by police, and we preview immigrant community stories.