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The royal family announced that Kate Middleton is pregnant! Plus, we take a look at the popularity of Anime in the U.S., and the success of animated feature films at the box office. Then, a new YouTube telenovela focused on HIV issues and much more.

President Obama meets with Mexico's new President Enrique Pena Nieto. Can Nieto quell drug violence and turn his country's economy around? Then, how a minuscule bug is wreaking havoc on pine forests and contributing to global warming. Plus, NASA is trying to downplay previous claims that they have groundbreaking news from Mars, and much more.

Gay marriage and gay conversion therapy will both get their days in court this week. Plus, the OC Register's new published emphasizes print and beefs up the newsroom, Congress fails to pass the Sportsman Act, leaving the Federal Duck Stamp in limbo and much more.

The latest news about unrest in the Middle East. Plus, the ACLU has filed a lawsuit challenging the U.S. military's women in combat policy. Then, a new study takes a peek inside a rapper's brain, a salmonella outbreak may cause an organic peanut butter shortage, and much more.

Today, President Obama meets with small business owners and middle-class Americans to discuss the fiscal cliff. Then, we look at why freshman Democrats and Republicans are segregated in Congress, How Tijuana kitsch is still alive and well, David Denby of The New Yorker asks "Do The Movies Have A Future," and much more.

Today we take a look at the latest news coming out of the Middle East, including Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi's latest power grab. Then, the U.S. is facing the worst drought in 25 years, California couples are turning to social media to find open adoption opportunities, John Horn of the LA Times gives us a year-end movie preview and much more.

It's holiday travel time again! We look at how airlines are working to improve their on-time statuses and how LAX workers are protesting during the busy holiday. Then, we'll look at how to put a multicultural spin on the Thanksgiving turkey, how baristas are competing for the best latte art and much more.

We'll discuss whether U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice is a good choice for Secretary Of State. Rice has come under fire following comments she made after the terrorist attacks in Benghazi. Then, a Pasadena Council OK'd the use of the Rose Bowl for NFL games, but not everyone's happy about the decision. Then, how the NHL lockout is affecting local businesses and the Kings' fanbase momentum, stolen petroglyphs shock archaeologists in Bishop, and much more.

Today we check in on the conflict between Israel and Palestine. What will motivate both sides to stop the fighting? The conflict isn't just being waged on the ground, but also via social media. Then, Wal-Mart employees nationwide are preparing for a series of protests on Black Friday. We talk to the author of "Bet The Farm" about why food prices are what they are, and much more.

Former L.A. County Sheriff Lee Baca's pleads guilty, the meaning of 'progressive' politics, body positive campaigns and the rate they trickle down to young women.

The role of nonwhite voters in the upcoming primaries, Rebel Wilson on women in comedy and her bawdy roles, a look at the impact BMI's have on health coverage.

A Coastal Commission divide could lead to the ouster of its director, a new soul band from Lithuania, and should women feel obligated to vote for Hillary Clinton?

Are things changing for women and the NFL?, a look at how Asian Americans are celebrating Lunar New Year, inside the studio of a backstage Oscar photographer.

Female democrats torn between possible candidates, what makes an environmental disaster get more attention over others?, the new movement to bring fine wine to Cuba.

Cars may dominate the roads in Southern California, but we look at how Angelenos are adapting to new forms of getting around.

How and when to quit the presidential race, the world of sports through behavioral economics and psychology, Porter Ranch residents ask can the gas give them cancer?

What last night's close race reveals about the state of the Democratic party, a look this year's Super Bowl Media day, how the Zika virus may be tied to climate.

Shirt and button sales may give better insight than polls, a look at the changes to the NFL's annual tradition, how close is LA to their plan to help the homeless?

SCPR is partnering with other stations to explore issues vital to residents, roundtable on the lack of diversity in the newsroom, the initiative to clean up Watts.

VA Secretary Robert McDonald visits L.A. to focus on the issue of homeless vets, Barbie's new bodies, a rare California banana is back after 18 years.

How often do endorsements translate into votes?, Bay Area residents prepare for the Super Bowl by renting out their properties, a look into the world of drug gangs.