Take Two

Today on the show, we'll hear about an effort to bring art back to California prisons, and we'll hear from State Sen. Ted Lieu about his support for the effort. Then, the ownerless LA Sparks and the future of the WNBA and Hollywood 'nomads' question the need and benefit of film tax credit. Plus, scientists seek to explain curious 'earthquake lights' phenomenon and in our latest Picture This, Angelo Merendino documents his wife's battle with cancer.

Today on the show we start with a look at film production in L.A.: How can the city compete with states that offer big tax breaks? Then, Boeing machinists to vote on a contract that will affect production of the 777x airplane. Also, what's ahead for babies born in 2014, scientists pinpoint what has been killing bald eagles in Utah, do detox cleanses actually rid the body of toxins? Plus much more.

Today on the show, we'll take a look at the new transgender bathroom law now in effect in California schools. Also, Obamacare is officially in effect for those who signed up last year. Then, a new study says pharmacists often misinform teens about obtaining emergency contraception. Pot is not legal in Colorado for recreational use. How might this influence pot laws in other states?

Today we start with an update on the Jahi McMath story. Then, a look at how the Sacramento economy is faring at the end of 2013. Then, a review of the year's best music, our regular sports contributors give us a rundown of all the bowl games coming up. Also, we learn some quirky facts about the Rose Bowl and we find out why Glendale is featuring meatball the bear on its Rose Parade Float. Finally, Patt Morrison explains what she won't miss about 2013, plus much more.

Today on the show, we'll hear about the cash coming in from California's cap and trade program. Then, we have an audio tribute to some of the notable names we lost in 2013, KPCC's Sanden Totten looks back at the year in space and photographer Scott Rinckenberger talks about capturing a fleeting meteor. Plus, our regular On The Lot segment looks at the latest news out of Hollywood, and we look into why scientists are naming species after characters in pop culture.

Today, we'll discuss the upcoming end to unemployment benefits for millions of Americans. Then, our Friday Flashback year-end review and Alan Alda challenges scientists to explain color to kids. Plus, your discarded Christmas lights travel to China and come back as other goods, we explain how to have the difficult end-of-life discussion with your aging relatives, LA band The Internet joins the show and much more.

Today on the show, we'll hear about the soil contamination problems plaguing the Jordan Downs housing project. Then, with the new year approaching, we'll get some tax tips from a local CPA. Plus, Beejoli Shah takes us inside Hollywood's diversity hire program, we'll check in with 'Dreamer' Lisbeth Mateo, Tim Hernandez talks about his new book, "Mañana Means Heaven," plus much more.

Merry Christmas Eve! Today we'll hear about a deadly fungus threatening the world's banana crop, we'll hear from a UCLA nurse helping Filipinos recover after Typhoon Haiyan, and Dana Goodyear talks about her new book on the changing American palate. Plus, getting to know Dorothea Lange, the photographer behind "Migrant Mother," looking back at the year in music and much more.

Today is the deadline to sign up for the Affordable Care Act, we'll take a look at how people are faring with the exchange website. Then, we'll take a look back to some of the biggest stories of the year. Plus, we hear from a Hollywood music composer, we get our roundup of the week;s box office news and we hear from artist Jay Shells about bringing his Rap Quotes project to Los Angeles.

Today on the show we'll hear from KPCC's Karen Foshay about $2.7 million missing from the Central Basin's trust fund. Then, how payday lenders turn quick cash into a mountain of debt, we'll look at the outrage surrounding anti-gay comments made by the patriarch of the A&E show, 'Duck Dynasty.' Plus, Carey Mulligan talks 'Inside Llewyn Davis,' Washoku Japanese cuisine and more.

The death penalty and the grim sleeper case, a chat with the CA State director for the Hillary Clinton Campaign, running's popularity declines among millennials.

LA Homelessness has increased in women, predictions of a major earthquake, will the Florida Governor's invitation to CA businesses inspire a mass exodus?

How will the political developments impact California? The decision to end solitary confinement in juvenile facilities, will the Burbank airport rebranding help?

What's in a winning political slogan? The documentary exploring 'gayby' babies, our live event on Millennials and how they are redefining the American Dream.

President Obama's final White House Correspondents' dinner, the Bentonville Film Festival, author Geoff Manaugh on his book " A Burglar's guide to the city".

Last night's Trump rally in Costa Mesa, the 'pretty bland' speeches of the 2016 presidential race, this summer's Cinespia series at the Hollywood Forever cemetery.

Tom Steyer's effort to mobilize young voters in key states, the importance of the Rams' NFL draft picks, movies and shows that cover the work and family balance.

NBC poll shows that Donald Trump now has 50% acceptance among conservatives, LA's economically segregated neighborhoods, Eazy E to Keanu: a chat with Jason Mitchell.

Why GOP donors are withdrawing their financial support, will exclusive deals become the norm for Tidal? Inside the history of the most popular sports and games.

The United Way LA's new report on the status of women in LA county, California's open U.S. senate seat, U.S. politics through the Game of Thrones lens.

Prince's legacy and how he pushed gender norms, Uber drivers remain independent contractors, how social media affects the way architects design for SoCal.

U.S. Latinos are youngest of any demographic group, Thursday's VW's deadline for fixing emissions-cheating cars, and looking back at the life and legacy of Prince.