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.

StingRay surveillance technology is raising privacy and constitutionality concerns; Tess Vigeland explores Leimert Park; Should fossil fuel subsidies come to an end?; Mexico's Semana Santa celebration brings shoppers to the U.S.; California smokers could pay higher health care costs under Obamacare, and much more.

Today we'll take a look at the status of DOMA and the latest news coming out of the Supreme Court. Then, most drug busts at the US-Mexican border involve American citizens, Bridal Brokerage helps take the financial pain out of cancelled weddings and much more.

Today on the show we'll take an in-depth look at Prop 8, from the history of the movement to it's current status in the Supreme Court. Then, Sequestration hits home for low-income Angelenos, we ask whether Sunset's Tower Records should become a landmark, and much more.

Today on the show, we'll look at both sides at the Prop 8 debate, days before it heads to the Supreme Court. Then, "The Big Lebowski" turns 15, part two of Patt Morrison's interview with LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, tackling asian stereotypes in film and TV, announcing the winner of the Toyota Avalon pledge prize and much more.

Today on the show, Patt Morrison interviews outgoing LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa about the ups, downs and legacy of his mayorship. Plus, Sumo oranges make a big splash in California, the LA Times brings back its Homicide Report blog and much more.

Today, we'll hear about an Iraqi translator who's adjusting to his new life in the U.S. Plus, California raisin farmers get their day in the high court against the USDA, U.S. attorneys general meet with their Mexican counterpart to discuss drug and human trafficking, and much more.

Today we'll look at how women's issues are taking the immigration reform spotlight. Then, the trial of former Guatemalan dictator begins, Iraqi immigrants refugees struggle to adjust to life in Orange County, we look at the state of African-American newspapers, and much more.

Today, we'll talk about how court budget cuts are threatening the 50-year-old Gideon v. Wainwright decision guaranteeing a right to counsel. Then, photographer David Gilkey shares his photos and experience as one of the first embedded journalists during the Iraq War. Plus, the Dodgers/Time Warner deal, Villaraigosa's legacy and much more.

Today, we take a look at how conservatives are discussing the issue of immigration at the annual CPAC meeting. Then, concussion businesses are growing out of the NFL's increased concern about head injuries, Tess Vigeland explores Boyle Heights and much more.

Today we'll take a look at the new pope and how Latinos are reacting. Then, Cal Tech earthquake early warning system predicts Monday's quake, Rina Palta fills us in on the new chief of jails, soft drink companies worry about the growing popularity of the Soda Stream, a 'Veronica Mars' movie is a go after successful Kickstarter campaign, and more.

Today we find out what California Dems can do with their regained supermajority in the state legislature. Then, we visit a high school for teen parents, we hear what's next in the Miramonte School child abuse case, and much more.