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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.

What J&J Vaccine Stoppage Means for California's Rollout, Settlement with City in Sight Over Homeless in LA, What Dryness in Santa Cruz Mountains Means for Wildfires this Summer

Everyone 16 and Over Are Eligible for Coronavirus Vaccine in LA County on Tuesday, LAUSD Students Finally Heading Back to Class, The Fate of Bruce's Beach

How the Pandemic is Slowing the Census Count, California's Sweeping State Fire Prevention Plan Explained, Fans Are Back at Dodger Stadium.

Biden Takes Executive Action on 'Ghost Guns' and Red Flag Laws, California's New System to Collect Data about the State's Homeless, Apple Launches a Podcast That's Also a Doc Series

What to Expect when California's Economy Opens Back Up, OC DA Todd Spitzer Talks Tough About Crime and Reform

LA and the Getty Collaborate on the Black Heritage Project, How One 'Unfit' Nursing Home Was Still Able to Operate, the Oscar-Nominated Scribe of film 'One Night in Miami'

What it Means That LA County Is In The Orange Tier, We Go Behind-the-Scenes as LAUSD Preps to Reopen Classrooms, The Ongoing Saga of Burbank's Tin Horn Flats Saloon

Looking at the implications Bide's infrastructure proposal has for CA, breaking down another year of drought, and what it takes to reopen CA museums

Asian-American communities are reeling in the wake of surging attacks, Exploring the poignancy of The film “Minari”, and Godzilla vs. Kong hits viewer screens.

Balancing More Vaccines and More Businesses Re-opening With Growing COVID cases, LAPD Program Celebrated for Positive Community Relationships, How Kemp Powers Became Integral to Pixar's "Soul."

SOA on Rob Bonta's AG Appointment and changes to Cash Bail, USC awards $852 million to patients of Dr. George Tyndall, Disneyland Aims to Remodel

Fencing Around Echo Park Lake - and Removal of Homeless - Draws Protests, Gun Violence was Up in 2020, We Say Goodbye to 'Servant of Pod'