Take Two

Reporter Adam Burke tells us why President Obama's decision to hold his immigration speech in Las Vegas is crucial. Then, Justice Sonia Sotomayor talks with Patt Morrison, a gay former Boy Scout reflects on his experience in the organization, the 'Starbucks of Taiwan' comes to LA and we debut our new theme song, produced by Ozomatli, plus much more.

A bi-partisan group of senators unveils plans for immigration reform. Then, San Bernardino, already in trouble, now searches for new manager, the California Report's Mina Kim reports on how gun violence may become a public health issue, and a new book explores how "Tinkerers" made America great, and much more.

Today, we look at China's role in California's economy, and why labor unions are still going strong in the U.S. Then, Trader Joe's raises the price of Two-Buck Chuck wine, the teen publication L.A. Youth is closing its doors after 25 years, and much more.

Today we'll take a look at California Gov. Jerry Brown's State of the State address with KPCC's Julie Small, Adolfo Guzman-Lopez and more. Then, Part three of our series on bilingual education profiles two families with different experiences when it comes to teaching their kids two languages. Ben Bergman reports on Syrian-Americans in the OC who are working to help refugees in their homeland, and much more.

A U.S. Appeals Court rules that marijuana should remain a class-one drug, disputing its medical benefits. Plus, the Pentagon plans to help Mexico take down drug cartels like al-Qaida insurgents. Then, we bring you part two of our bilingual child series, we talk about the fight between California cheese makers and dairy farmers, and much more.

Today, we take a look at part one of the Lance Armstrong/Oprah Winfrey interview. Then, can Congress save the struggling U.S. Postal Service? John C. Reilly goes country with a little help from his friends Becky Stark and Tom Brosseau, and we take a further look at the intersection of a pregnant woman's civil liberties and the rights of the fetus. Plus the Friday Flashback and your Weekend Alibi.

How do California's strict gun laws match up with President Obama's 23 executive order for gun control? Then, Oakland, California is caught in a turmoil of gun violence because of a gang feud. We also look at the rich history of the Presidential inaugurations and the role music plays in ushering the President into office. Plus much, much more.

This morning, President Obama and VP Joe Biden announce their plans to curb gun violence. Even though California already has some of the strictest gun laws, some lawmakers are working harder to curb gun violence. Then, a researcher calls for a change to Scrabble's point system, an L.A. photographer documents prison inmates' 'Re-Entry' into society, and much more.

Lance Armstrong reportedly admitted to doping in an interview with Oprah Winfrey, though details are not yet public. Will this big score for Oprah give her struggling cable network, OWN, a boost? Severe air pollution in Beijing, China is causing a frenzy in the state-run media, plus much more.

When should popular professional athletes decide to retire, UCLA's study on the struggle of undocumented students, Tuesday Reviewsday.

President Obama in India, athletes and educators under investigation at big universities, Dame Edna steps off the stage.

U.S. and Cuban officials hash out details for new diplomatic relations, jury selection in the Aurora theater shooting, boxer Manny Pacquiao.

Pam Wald's husband, Ben, utilized the Death with Dignity law in Oregon in 2012. She talks about going through the experience with him. Actress Jennifer Aniston talks about her leading role in the film, 'Cake.' And, Eater LA contributor Lucas Peterson set off a controversy when he wrote a glowing piece about a street vendor in Lincoln Heights who sells corn.

A 21st century twist on a 19th century tradition - Big Block of Cheese, searching for diversity in the tech world, and conservatives flock to see American Sniper.

Why U.S. officials quickly blamed North Korea for the Sony hack, evangelical churches change their thoughts toward gay marriage, a push for family leave.

New changes are easing travel restrictions to Cuba. Plus, Mexican consulates in the U.S. can now issue birth certificates to its country's immigrants. And, a look at a mysterious die-off of sea birds along the Pacific Coast.

20 acting nominations, not one goes to an actor of color. Leimert Park, the cultural hub of black Los Angeles, and Chevy's electric Bolt may challenge Tesla.

Hollywood continues to fail at diversity, Al Qaeda says it was behind the Charlie Hebdo attack, Facebook's own version of Amber Alerts.

Kamala Harris has announced she will run for Barbara Boxer's open U.S. Senate seat. Target's new Lilly Pulitzer line will offer plus sizes, but only to Internet shoppers. And, a look at how protest music has evolved over the generations.

In light of the recent terror attacks in France, we get an update the status of counter-terrorism efforts in the U.S. Plus, the highs and lows of Sunday's Golden Globes, and a filmmakers examines what lead him to pull a bank heist at the age of 16.

Dutch cartoonist Tjeerd Royards discusses the threats cartoonists face around the world,how the music was chosen for 'Selma,' and remembering Andrae Crouch.