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.

Taking on super Tuesday with comedy, trademark rights controversy surrounding Yosemite landmarks, mother to one of the Columbine shooters on life after the shooting.

Chris Rock's fiery host performance, Leo DiCaprio's win and more highlights from the 2016 Oscars, a recap of the democratic convention and what is the KKK doing in Southern California?

A look at some possible SCOTUS nominees, running the numbers in the business of the Oscars, interview with Ben Caldwell, founder of KAOS network in Leimert Park.

A look at a thriving all-female lobbying firm, Assemblyman's bill would ban models considered anorexic, Black Lives Matter protesters on trial.

Media watchers concerned over Univision voter initiative, South Dakota's transgender bathroom fight, the challenges NASA faces today.

A look at the GOP caucuses, there may be another issue at play in the Apple encryption case, is the #OscarSoWhite campaign really making an impact?

Trump: from being a candidate few took seriously to front-runner, the LAPD continues to struggle against Apple, will half the world will be near-sighted by 2050?

A look at the history and art of the negative campaign ad, how being bilingual changes your brain, the Public Safety Realignment Act and its impact on crime.

Apple's FBI defiance and what it means for business, how Nevada leans could help set the tone of the election, local LA resident and her journey to the Olympics.

Apple's refusal to help FBI and what it means for security and privacy, the Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center hacking, bringing the OJ Simpson trial to TV.

Who the next Justice could be and how that could reshape the High Court, how legalizing marijuana could affect kids, a look at Kendrick Lamar's GRAMMY wins.

Can you date someone with opposing political views? Film producers speaks out about sexist casting process and politically themed Valentine's day cards.