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The city council voted 12 to 2 to cut $150 million from LAPD's budget, Gov. Newsom orders closure of LA restaurants and the city launches the LA Department of Civil and Human Rights.

Hugo's Tacos temporarily closes after conflicts with customers over wearing masks, why some people resist masks and Congresswoman Karen Bass on police reform.

LA County is considering budget cuts, how systemic racism is a pervasive issue in American life and John Horn on his podcast Hollywood,The Sequel.

Weekly California political news round-up, Hotel owners reopen for the first time since closures brought on by pandemic, Tom Papa ventures out on the road again.

Disney will remake Splash Mountain, Visit California releases standards for how to travel within the statement safely, summertime in the time of COVID.

Defunding the school district police, why suicide amongst Black youth is on the rise, police reform according to someone with decades of experience.

Longtime Los Angeles City Councilman Jose Huizar was arrested by the FBI this morning, as coronavirus cases climb the state continues to reopen.

California's proposed budget gets an overhaul, how entertainment may change in the wake of the pandemic, how to go about police reform with Jorja Jeep.

A mandatory mask order from Governor Newsom could cause a clash with local authorities, millions of Americans observe Juneteenth today and what to do this weekend.

SCOTUS ruled to continue DACA for now, KPCC's Austin Cross reflects on lessons he was taught about living while Black and we learn about a new VR game about race.

The LAPD may change the way it currently investigates officer-involved shootings. Then, California won't have a chance to vote about legal pot until 2016. Plus, we'll hear from an Olympic ice dancer about her experience in Sochi, our Tuesday Reviewsday critics fill us in on the latest tunes, Bahooka restaurant's pacu fish finds a home, 'Book of Mormon' stars join us to talk about the show and much more.

Today on the show, we'll take a look at how small businesses in California are looking to Mexico for new trade opportunities. Then, Obama's in the Central Valley to discuss the state's water woes. Plus, a new book by the editor of the NYT's Modern Love column explores "Love Illuminated," most Californians view weight and exercise as top risks to kids, newly found photos in Antarctica shed new light on one of Ernest Shackleton's last expeditions, and much more.

Today we start with a look at the Comcast/Time Warner merger and what it may mean for your Internet service. Then, the business of e-cigs is booming, but the industry braces for FDA regulation. Plus, local restaurant causes a stir by adding a 3% healthcare surcharge to customers' tabs, Slate's Emily Yoffe joins us with some etiquette lessons for Valentine's Day, plus much more.

Today on the show, we'll start with a look at UCLA's latest report on diversity in the entertainment industry. Then, Attorney General Eric Holder calls on states to rethink their voting ban for felons. Plus, drought hits Central Valley farmers hard, Frank Stoltze reports on the lack of sprinkler systems in many of LA's high rises, we get an update on the Kim Pham trial and much more.

Today on the show we'll start with a look at the state of immigration reform, as advocacy groups plan to play hardball with GOP lawmakers. Then, Gov. Jerry Brown has two more years to reduce the California prison population. Our Tuesday Reviewsday critics introduce us to new tunes by Neneh Cherry, Romeo Santos and more.

Friday we talk to local marionette legend Bob Baker on turning 90. Also, we find out what the Affordable Care Act addiction coverage means. Plus, despite rain, some California communities could soon run out of water. We also have Friday Flashback, a discussion with the LEGO movie's director and writer team and much more.

Today on the show, we talk to reporter Erika Aguilar about the latest in the Echo Park gang injunction debate. Then we discuss how the Lakers ran out of eligible players Wednesday night but still managed to win the game. Also, Silver Lake is no longer considered the Eastside, LAUSD teachers are calling for "repairs not iPads," State of Affairs looks at the latest political news and much more.

Today on the show, we'll check in with a journalist covering the Winter Olympics in Sochi. Then, CVS will stop selling tobacco products in October and how the threat of relapse is ever present for recovering addicts, plus much more.

Today on the show, we talk with reporter Sam Quinones about the resurgence of heroin in the US. Then, a rise in Texas border apprehensions poses humanitarian need. Plus, KPCC reports that the city of LA spends millions of taxpayer dollars on police union activities, our Tuesday Reviewsday critics look a new music and much more.

Today on the show, we'll take a look at the life of Philip Seymour Hoffman, who was found dead over the weekend. Why do so many celebrities suffer from drug addiction? Then, California got some rain over the weekend, but not enough to relieve the drought. What can people do to conserve water at home? Plus, a look at the latest entertainment news in On The Lot, restoration of Medi-Cal dental coverage comes too late for many, and much more.