Take Two

Today we examine the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting from multiple angles: The gun control question, school security, gun permitting and more. Plus, we meet a Syrian rapper who infuses revolutionary messages into his music, and much more.

A new report shows that fiscal cliff or not, California faces more budget problems. Plus, CA schools are using controversial bonds to finance new buildings, L.A. County pushes for a tax to help pay for storm drain cleanup. BREAKING NEWS: A tragic school shooting in Connecticut has left 27 dead. We interrupted our regular program for national news on this story.

A judge rules that CIA torture testimony of 9/11 suspects will remain secret during trial. Plus, the Dept. of Interior releases a grim report about the Colorado River, what are the effects of older parenthood? Then, can MySpace's sexy new redesign entice users? Actor Alan Cumming joins the show to talk about his new film, and much more

We remember the amazing life and career of sitar maestro Ravi Shankar. Plus, in an enlightening new investigative report by Bloomberg finds that public employees in California are way over paid, how gay marriage supporters won over voters in four states, why people dislike the UC logo and brand changes in general, and much more.

Childhood obesity rates are inching down in Los Angeles and other major cities. Plus, SCOTUS will rule on key provision in the Voting Rights Act, Florida universities may freeze tuition for in-demand STEM majors, SpongeBob Squarepants joins the show to talk about his new Christmas album, and much more.

We look at the Supreme Court's role in guiding social change. Plus, the Mormon Church creates a new website calling for compassion for gays. Then, why your baby needs a flu shot this season, a new book looks at the secret life of Dr. Seuss, and the L.A. Dodgers drop big money on two new players...will this equal wins? Plus much more.

President Obama and Mitt Romney spent a record-breaking $2 billion on their campaigns. Plus, Vincent van Gogh's 'Self-Portait' comes to L.A., and our fair city gets its first poer laureate, Eloise Klein Healy, LAUSD wants to make arts core to curriculum, but it won't be easy. Then, Friday Flashback, The Dinner Party and actor Robert Carlyle joins us to discuss his new film, "California Solo."

Unrest builds in Cairo as Egyptian army creates barrier around the presidential palace. Plus, a study finds that cell phone companies dodge rules for natural disasters, Alison Martino and her project Vintage L.A. takes us back in time to the Los Angeles of yore, Eddie Izzard joins us to talk about his run at the Steve Allen Theater in Los Feliz and much more.

Today, we take a look at House Speaker John Boehner's complex position between President Obama and conservatives. Plus. Actress Ashley Judd is exploring a possible run for the Senate in 2014, one man hopes to transform billboard ads into living ecosystems, Obama meets with tribal leaders and much more.

Conservative activists are gathering in the nation's capitol to talk immigration reform. Then, why has deferred action slowed since its start in August? Does an 'immortal' jellyfish hold the key to everlasting life? Plus, new 110 toll lanes causing confusion for some drivers, and comedian Steve Mazan talks about his 'Dying To Do Letterman.'

The race to fill Xavier Becerra's former congressional seat, Governor Brown proposes tax plan for state road repairs, Elon Musk touts upcoming Tesla Model 3.

Sacramento town hall on immigration inspires heated protest, assembly bill aims to protect college athletes, reviving the fashionable Easter hat

The constitutionality of withholding federal funding from sanctuary cities, artificial meniscus may prevent knee arthritis, Drake's new release takes global tour

What the Democrats will do now that GOP pulled healthcare vote, chances are high that Oakland's NFL team will play in Las Vegas and an LA improv class for veterans

Political analysts weigh in how California reps might vote on the healthcare bill, Orange County's Sheriff is wary of a state sanctuary bill and training DJs in Compton.

The buzz from Washington DC on today's vote on the GOP healthcare replacement, Senator Kamala Harris on the issues facing Californians, weed wine tasting parties.

Fears run high at LA immigration clinic El Rescate, UCLA plays Kentucky in NCAA "Sweet 16", make a buck off of spring cleaning your closet.

Meet the California Congressmen leading the investigation on Russian election interference, the future of the "gig economy" with the ACA, the meaning of Lent.

Museum exhibit features history of Asian American activism in LA, new license plate supports state parks, traffic saga on Corona's 91 FWY nears its end.

California unveils online tool "School Dashboard," Congressman Issa presents alternate GOP healthcare plan, in Downtown LA production, the audience becomes actors.

What Trump's budget means for California, state looks to protect auto emissions standards, trouble for international tourists flocking to legal marijuana.

California launches a tool to compare and contrast schools, Joshua Tree struggles to handle a huge influx of visitors and the Queen Mary needs repair