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Quarterly Programming Report JAN FEB MAR 2014

Date Key Synopsis Guest/Reporter Duration

1/1/2014 HEAL Nursing is about empathy and compassion as much as medical care Goldberg 3:44

1/1/2014 SPOR Michigan State and Stanford face off in 100th Rose Bowl CC :10

1/1/2014 SPOR Michigan State and Stanford face off in 100th Rose Bowl CC :11

1/1/2014 ART Rose Parade is underway in Pasadena Totten ??

1/1/2014 ART Rose Parade is underway in Pasadena CC :13

1/1/2014 ART Rose Parade is underway in Pasadena CC :13

1/1/2014 OBIT Actor James Avery has died CC :08

1/1/2014 OBIT Actor James Avery has died CC :13

1/1/2014 LAW San Bernardino police arrest man who police say admitted to killing his ex-wife and daughter CC :19

1/1/2014 ENT Netflix tries out new pricing options with first-time customers ?? 4:41

Pasadena police say there were fewer arrests before the parade than last year but 19 arrests 1/1/2014 LAW occurred during the event CC :15

1/1/2014 SPOR Michigan State edges Stanford in 100th Rose Bowl game CC :13 1/1/2014 EDU Big changes to GED test Guzman 1:00

1/1/2014 POLI LA City Council sets 2014 goals CC :20

1/1/2014 ENV CA Dept of Fish and Wildlife recruits volunteers CC :19

1/1/2014 HEAL UC campuses start smoking ban on Jan 1 Plummer :43

1/1/2014 HOUS Law requires water-efficient plumbing in order to obtain building permits Quinton :49

1/1/2014 HOUS Law requires water-efficient plumbing in order to obtain building permits CC :11

1/1/2014 HEAL The 2014 changes to the ACA are significant O'Neill :56

1/1/2014 ENV New law limits recycling amounts to discourage fraud Kim :57

1/1/2014 LAW Crime rates drop for 11th straight year in LA Roman 4:40

1/1/2014 LAW Crime rates drop for 11th straight year in LA Palta 3:44

1/1/2014 ART Pasadena sidewalks are lined with Rose Bowl campers CC :13

1/1/2014 ENV New training program for recycling center owners should save California money Moffitt ??

1/1/2014 POLI Regulation of medical marijuana is still controversial Cuevas 1:52 At the request of a small group of nuns in Colorado, Justice Sotomayor issued a stay on the contraception mandate for Roman Catholic groups using the Christian Brothers Employee Benefit Trust health plan. Sotomayor’s decision came on Tuesday night, just before the law would have gone into effect for the new year, and will temporarily block the mandate for these small subsets until a more permanent decision is made by the federal government on Friday. What is the significance behind Justice Sotomayor’s decision? What expectations can healthcare providers and consumers have for the more permanent issuance to be handed down on Friday? Should the contraception 1/1/14 LAW mandate be universal, or should some groups be exempt? What’s fair? Lisa McElroy 14:-00

You might be packing a bag for the gym or starting the first day of a juice cleanse -- it’s the season for keeping New Year’s resolutions, at least for now. But after days, weeks, or months of hard work, many people find themselves back where they started. What’s the best way to approach a New Year’s resolution? How can making the right kind of resolution or laying out a plan for following through change your life in the new year? We’re talking about resolutions from start to finish -- call in 1/1/14 HEAL at 866-893-5722 and tell us what you have planned for this year. D.P. Waldman 17:00

Award-winning documentary producer and director Morgan Neville wanted to give the limelight to an often unnoticed voice that has filled millions of American homes - the backup singer. In his new documentary, "Twenty Feet from Stardom," Neville featured the stories and voices of Darlene Love, Merry Clayton, Lisa Fischer, Tata Vega, and Judith Hill. You might not recognize their names, but you probably have heard their voices, singing on chart topping songs with Frank Sinatra, The Rolling Stones, Sting, Elton John and Stevie Wonder. "Twenty Feet from Stardom" explores the power of their voices and their stories of lost record deals as they worked to make ends meet. Perhaps "Twenty Feet from Stardom" even reminisces a different time in music, when background vocals subtlety brought a broader dimension to the songs. Hill said that artists now often overdub their own voices on tracks instead of using background singers. Also on AirTalk, Patt asked Judith Hill about her experience stepping into a more solo role. Hill teased listeners with an a capella snippet of "Desperation" and talked about singing Michael Jackson’s "The Way You Make Me Feel" on NBC’s "The Voice." Hill said about her newfound fame, "In every chapter of your life, you enjoy it … so never take any of it for granted. And I’m just blessed to be in this position, and I know it’s also feast or famine because 1/1/14 ART tomorrow I could be back in another place. So you just take it one day at a time and work hard." Morgan Neville, Judith Hill 16:00

It's been a big year in the gay rights movement and two couples here in California stepped into the spotlight to make history. Back in 2009 when Paul Katami and Jeff Zarrillo joined Sandy Stier and Kris Perry in 2009 to challenge the constitutionality of Proposition 8 they became the face of the fight for marriage equality in California and across the nation. It took four years of legal back and forth but the couples fighting against Prop 8 finally won in June when the Supreme Court declared the law unconstitutional. Two days later, Katami and Zarrillo rushed to city hall to be married by then-Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. The two couples became the face of a movement and - together with a formidable legal team - brought down Prop 8 putting them at the top of the list for Californians of the 1/1/14 POLI Year! Paul Katami, Jeff Zarrillo 20:00 In May, San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich caught up to one of former Lakers coach Phil Jackson's incredible records. Popovich tied Jackson for the most best-of-7 series sweeps in NBA history. Does Jackson ever feel tempted to return to the sidelines to keep his stats up? He says he has no plans to return, but rumors continue to fly about various cities trying to tempt him, especially because of how close he came to returning to the Lakers at the start of the season. Jackson served as head coach of the L.A. Lakers from 2000 to 2010, winning five NBA titles for the franchise. He was head coach of the Chicago Bills from 1989 to 1998, winning six NBA titles. Jackson also played professional basketball for the NBA championship-winning New York Knicks. In his memoir, "Eleven Rings," the former Lakers coach talks about the love and spirituality that won 1/1/14 SPOR all those games, swept all those series and scored all those rings. Phil Jackson 27:00

1/2/2014 POLI Last day on the job for Guillermo Cespedes, LA's gang czar CC :12

1/2/2014 POLI Last day on the job for Guillermo Cespedes, LA's gang czar Stoltze 4:32

Federal judge rules to allow US authorities to seize and search laptops and smartphones along the 1/2/2014 LAW border Marizco :54

1/2/2014 LAW Long Beach has lowest crime record in 41 years CC :18

1/2/2014 ECON Federal financial aid application period opens, avoid pitfalls Guzman :59

1/2/2014 POLI State Supreme Court has ruled that undocumented immigrant can practice law in California ?? 4:18

1/2/2014 ENV CA's first snow survey is scheduled for tomorrow Quinton :57

1/2/2014 HIST City of LA is looking for caretakers for historic Lummis Home McNary 2:10

1/2/2014 LAW CA Supreme Court admits undocumented immigrant to the state bar CC :13

1/2/2014 ECON Businesses can offer liquor tastings as part of new state law; can also refill beer "growlers" Adler :50 1/2/2014 LAW Long Beach has lowest crime record in 41 years Palta 1:00

1/2/2014 HEAL What you should do if you need to see a doctor now O'Neill 1:54

1/2/2014 DC Six months until mid-term primaries Felde 3:50

1/2/2014 ECON Businesses can offer liquor tastings as part of new state law; can also refill beer "growlers" CC :13

1/2/2014 LAW CA bolsters reputation as toughest gun law state in the country Detrow 1:12

1/2/2014 ENV CA's first snow survey is scheduled for tomorrow CC :12

1/2/2014 DIV Latino children celebrate Three Kings' Day at Disneyland Valot 4:50

1/2/2014 LAW CA Supreme Court admits undocumented immigrant to the state bar Huang 1:38

1/2/2014 ECON Colorado begins selling marijuana for recreational use CC :10

1/2/2014 DIS Three small wildfires that destroyed two cabsins in the Cleveland National Forest have been put out CC :07

1/2/2014 ENV Huntington Harbour shuts down thanks to sewage spill on the beach CC :19

1/2/2014 EDU State board of education to approve new guidelines for district funding Guzman :46

1/2/2014 POLI LA City Council sets 2014 goals CC :15

Invasive species takes up residence in Echo Park Lake following multi-million dollar restoration 1/2/2014 ENV project Davis 4:39

1/2/2014 ECON Caregivers working in private homes around California will be entitled to overtime pay Bartolone :53 1/2/2014 ECON Caregivers working in private homes around California will be entitled to overtime pay CC :07

1/2/2014 POLI Two big changes to elections will hit the state legislature this year Adler :56

1/2/2014 POLI Two big changes to elections will hit the state legislature this year CC :14

1/2/2014 HEAL About one million Californians now qualify for expanded Medi-Cal coverage O'Neill :52

1/2/2014 ENT Palm Springs International Film Festival kicks off tomorrow Watt 1:02

1/2/2014 EDU Zimmer wants to reduce class sizes and restore staff with new state money Gilbertson 1:04

1/2/2014 POLI Sen Ted Lieu is calling for an increase in funding for mapping of earthquake faults Totten 1:03

Guillermo Cespedes, director of Los Angeles' Office of Gang Reduction and Youth Development, will leave his job on Thursday for a new position with Creative Associates International, an organization that works to reduce violence and improve education programs in Central America. For the past four years, Cespedes fought gang violence in L.A. with innovative programs that included using ex-cons to convince gangsters and wannabes to take another path. The strategy has contributed to an historic drop in crime. Guest host Frank Stoltze talks with Cespedes about his tenure, and UCLA professor Jorja Leap about the future of the city’s anti-gang efforts post-Cespedes. Guillermo Cespedes, Jorja 1/2/14 LAW Leap, Joe Buscaino 31:00:00

One racing champion Michael Schumacher is still comatose after a skiing accident in the French Alps last Sunday. Although he was wearing a helmet and reportedly didn't take great risks on the slopes, he hit his head on a rock and suffered a brain injury. The seven-time world champion in F1 racing is no stranger to risk. His other hobbies including skydiving, speed bikes, and horseback riding. "What I love with those things is finding the limit, being on the limit and still controlling it. Just to find this fine edge is something I have always liked," he said in an interview last year. What's your risky sport of choice? How does danger factor into your fun? How do you measure risk? And how much enjoyment do you get from being scared? 1/2/14 SPOR Dr. Christopher Van Tilburg 16:00 The online retailer Zappos is making a major change to their company's management - they're getting rid of them all together. The company's CEO Tony Hsieh (pron: SHAY) has announced a radical 'self-governing' operating system where there will be no more managers, job titles, or hierarchy. The system, dubbed a "holacracy", still has some kinks to work out but Hsieh hopes their innovative approach will help the company thrive into the future. Zappos isn't the first company to try this type of management-free structure and more will likely follow. But can a 'holacracy' work? Can you imagine your workplace without a manager? Would anyone get anything done? Would you be more motivated to be productive? What alternative office structures have been the most effective? 1/2/14 ECON Aimee Groth, Ethan Bernstein 22:00

Personal health tracking is on the rise. Adults use devices like Fitbit and Jawbone to measure every aspect of their lives, from heart rate and breathing to the number of steps taken, and how deeply they sleep. But can similar devices designed to monitor babies help parents understand their children better? Companies like Mimo and Sproutling are introducing more extreme baby monitors – technology attached to onesies or designed to wrap around a baby’s ankle to tell parents whether their child is breathing, running a temperature, is flipped on their back or stomach, and more. Options for baby monitoring have moved far beyond the simple audio monitor in a child’s room, but how much tracking is necessary to understand your child? What are the benefits of more evaluative monitors, and how can parents use them most effectively? Are there any drawbacks to relying on these kinds of devices? Which populations need them most? Dulcie Madden, Dr. Tanya 1/2/14 YOUT Altmann 26:00:00

A new California law, AB1266, defines the rights of transgender children in public schools, and 1/2/2014 DIV educators have been scrambling to figure out how exactly to put this law into place Julie Watson 5:08

One of the major policy changes in 2014 is the tobacco ban on all UC and CSU campuses. The schools join over 1,000 other colleges and universities nationwide that now prohibit the use of 1/2/2014 EDUC tobacco products on their grounds. Adrienne Howarth-Moore 5:33

Emily Bazar of the California Healthcare Foundation Center for Health Reporting joins the show for 1/2/2014 HEAL her regular explainer of the Affordable Care Act, Ask Emily. Emily Bazar 5:36

By law, the emergency contraceptive known as Plan B should be made available at pharmacies to anyone of any age. But a new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health found that's seldom the 1/2/2014 HEAL case. Tracy Wilkinson 5:35

A Tucson lawyer has asked the Supreme Court to take up a case that may help determine just how 1/2/2014 IMM thoroughly border officials can search electronics from U.S. citizens without reasonable suspicion. No 4:23

Increasingly, men are embracing programs that let them spend six weeks or more with their newborns. Social scientists say that while it's good for the dad and the infant, it may be the mother 1/2/2014 HEAL who benefits the most. Liza Mundy 6:39

Attempts to limit soda consumption tend to fizzle out here in U.S. New York City unsuccessfully tried to restrict drink sizes in restaurants and there are several failed measures around the country to tax 1/2/2014 LAW soda. That's why lawmakers here are watching what happens down in Mexico. Helena Bottemiller Evich 5:16

It's Thursday and that means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government throughout California. To help us with that we're joined in studio by KPCC political reporter Alice 1/2/2014 POLI Walton and KPCC political editor Oscar Garza. Alice Walton, Oscar Garza 10:37 It's only six months until California's mid-term Congressional primary. 53 seats are up for grabs, though KPCC's Washington Correspondent Kitty Felde says the number of competitive races is 1/2/2014 POLI considerably smaller than it was two years ago. No 4:05

Cold, snowy weather and long lines did not deter people eager to take advantage of Colorado's new marijuana laws on the very first day they went into effect. Twenty four pot shops opened yesterday, 1/2/2014 ECON one of them, Telluride Bud Company, belongs to our next guest, Adam Raleigh. Adam Raleigh 4:33

Will the rest of the country follow Colorado and Washington in legalizing recreational marijuana? John Hudak from Brookings thinks that there could be other major changes in pot policy across the 1/2/2014 LAW US. John Hudak 7:29

The Christmas season is anything but over for Latino children around the world. This Sunday, they're 1/2/2014 DIV celebrating "Three Kings' Day," or "El Día de los Reyes." No 4:59

There’s a new species inhabiting the grounds of the freshly renovated Echo Park Lake, snails. The snails can reach the size of a small apple and they lay many bright pink eggs, which are visible 1/2/2014 ENV throughout the whole park. No 4:57

Sergio Garcia calls the ruling "wonderful"; he had challenged a 1996 federal law that bars people 1/2/2014 LAW living in the country illegally from receiving the professional license No 1:38

1/3/2014 ART Iranian-American woman opens gallery in Santa Monica featuring artist living, working inside Iran Jahad 3:34

1/3/2014 DIS Fire at Chinese Consulate was not an act of terrorism CC :07

1/3/2014 DIS Fire in Pacoima heavily damaged lumber businesses CC :09

1/3/2014 HEAL Health insurance companies take an interest in blood pressure machines set up at the store Dembosky 5:16

1/3/2014 POLI Consultant memo raises seismic questions about MWD headquarters Stoltze 4:02

1/3/2014 TRAV Flight delays across the country CC :13

1/3/2014 TRAV Flight delays across the country CC :11

1/3/2014 LAW LA Coroner released Paul Walker's autopsy results CC :09

1/3/2014 HEAL Beverly Hospital to pay $250K to settle LA lawsuit over patient dumping on Skid Row CC :21 1/3/2014 ENER California sets solar energy record on Thursday Peterson :49

1/3/2014 LAW City of LA cracks down on gambling software games CC :19

1/3/2014 ECON Second of two Mega Millions Jackpot winners has come forward CC :14

1/3/2014 LAW Law allows children in certain cases to have more than two legal parents in California Orr :50

1/3/2014 HEAL Beverly Hospital to pay $250K to settle LA lawsuit over patient dumping on Skid Row Florido 1:12

1/3/2014 TRAV Thousands of people had flights canceled due to Winter Storm Hercules Kim 1:27

1/3/2014 SPOR Owners of LA Sparks cannot afford to continue operating the team CC :22

1/3/2014 SPOR Owners of LA Sparks cannot afford to continue operating the team Jahad 1:41

1/3/2014 SPOR Owners of LA Sparks cannot afford to continue operating the team Whatley 4:04

1/3/2014 LAW Law allows children in certain cases to have more than two legal parents in California CC :15

Guest Host Frank Stoltze and KPCC critics Lael Lowenstein, Henry Sheehan and Claudia Puig 1/3/2014 ART review this week's releases Stoltze 3:12

1/3/2014 ENT Phil Everly of The Everly Brothers passed away today CC :37

The ubiquitous photo app Instagram was bought by Facebook for $1 billion back in 2012. Yahoo bought Tumblr, the popular social network, for $1 billion in 2014. It’s only three days into the new yea and already we have a new tech entrant into the $1 billion acquisition club. The company is Mandiant. Who?, you ask. Mandiant is the Virginia-based cybersecurity firm that rose to fame last year when it pinpointed the location of an elite Chinese military unit of hackers that was allegedly involved in hacking U.S. companies. FireEye, a tech company in the Silicon Valley, is the buyer. The generous price tag signals the importance of cybersecurity in our hyper-connected world, but the Mandiant sale isn’t the first major M&A deal in the industry. 1/3/14 ECON Anurag Rana 13:00 When he ran for City Attorney last year, Mike Feuer promised to make Los Angeles a safer place. His vision included creating a gun violence prevention unit and expanding the Neighborhood Prosecutor Program created by former City Attorney Rocky Delgado. Guest host speaks with Feuer six months after he was elected as Los Angeles' newest City Attorney on the progress he's made on both fronts. Also, they'll be discussing the enforcement of the voter-approved Measure D, which caps the number of medical marijuana dispensaries in the City of Los Angeles to 135. Thus far, Feuer's office has filed more than 65 criminal cases against dispensary operators and owners. 1/3/14 POLI Mike Feuer 18:00

Americans typically pick going on a diet as their New Year's resolution but many don't make it past the end of January. If you're having trouble swearing off the chocolate cake or large sodas, could an addiction to sugar be the culprit? Science is still split on whether or not people can become clinically addicted to food the same way they can to drugs like cocaine or alcohol. Research shows that humans have a strong reaction to sugar, fats and food additives but is there a difference between a serious love of junk food and an actual addiction? Research shows that eating foods heavy on the sugar and fat light up the same receptors in the brain that affect drug addicts. Last year, the director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse spoke publicly about the commonalities between food and drug addictions. Despite that endorsement, food addiction still has not made it into the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual-V, the influential list of recognized disorders written by the American Psychiatric Association. What does the current research say about food addictions? Is the brain's Robert Lustig, MD, Barry dopamine response to food more similar to other non-physical addictions such as love and attraction Levin, MD or to chemical drugs? Have you experienced addiction symptoms when it comes to food? 1/3/14 HEAL 15:00 Guest host Frank Stoltze and KPCC film critics Lael Loewenstein, Henry Sheehan and Claudia Puig Sheehan, Claudia Puig review this week’s releases, including The Best Offer, Interior. Leather Bar., Paranormal Activity: The Lael Loewenstein, Henry Marked Ones and more. TGI-Filmweek! Sheehan, Claudia Puig 1/3/14 ENT 16:00

Trailers for the Golden Globes and the Oscars have been floating around the internet, circulating on social media, and sneaking in some screen time in preparation for awards show season. The shows have always been hyped up, but in recent years, the announcement of who will host the shows, contracts for years in advance, and trailers for the big events have become a more important part of attracting viewers. While ratings for the shows fluctuate and producers attempt to capture audience interest, some show have proven adaptable and others have floundered. The Tony Awards, for example, have been praised by critics as increasingly entertaining, while the Academy Awards have struggled to find reliably funny hosts. How far in advance do we want to see Ellen psyching people up for the Oscars? How long should Tina Fey and Amy Poehler be locked into the globes? Are these multi-platform advertising efforts truly engaging and effective? 1/3/14 ENT Barry Adelman, Tom O’Neil 16:00

Tax incentives have led to the creation of a whole new type of Hollywood financier who helps 1/3/2014 POLI filmmakers figure out how to navigate state tax codes and take advantage of them. Tom Sherak 9:54

Today, the machinist union at Boeing will have a final vote on an updated proposal that affects workers' benefits for the next eight years. If they vote "no", Boeing would then consider moving 1/3/2014 ECO production of its new 777x aircraft to another state. Carolyn Adolph 4:43 Today we've made it to the end of the first working week of 2014! In this week's Friday Flashback, 1/3/2014 POLI we're actually going to Flash Forward, to the biggest stories of this coming year. James Rainey, Nancy Cook 15:46

As we look ahead to 2014, we thought we'd ponder the fate of children born in this year. Time Magazine has crunched some statistics and made some proclamations about their futures as adults. 1/3/2014 DIV For more we turn to the magazine's Alice Park. Alice Park 5:06

With the new plastic bag ban now in effect, Alison Martino of Vintage Los Angeles joins us to bring a 1/3/2014 ART big of nostalgia with vintage shopping bags from the past. Alison Martino 9:23

No one knows for certain what 2014 will hold, but there are some indications that, economically 1/3/2014 ECON speaking, it could be a good year. For a look ahead we turn to Jordan Levine of Beacon Economics. Jordan Levine 4:30

ARMS nearly disappeared after the housing crisis of 2008, in part because they made up a huge bulk of the subprime loans that eventually floundered. But in November, more than a tenth of new 1/3/2014 ECON mortgages in Southern California had an ARM, double the amount compared to a year earlier. Raphael Bostic 5:08

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California delivers drinking water to nearly 19 million 1/3/2014 ENV people in six counties. The agency's nerve center is its headquarters in downtown Los Angeles. No 4:20

Earlier this week, the popular photo-messaging app Snapchat was hacked. A reported 4.6 million user names and phone numbers were leaked, though according to the company, no photographs 1/3/2014 SEC went out to the public. Burghardt Tenderich 4:28

Since December first, 27 bald eagles have died in northern and central Utah. The birds all had similar symptoms: head tremors, signs of seizures, weakness in the legs and feet and paralysis of the 1/3/2014 ENV wings. Leslie McFarlane 4:39

Historically, choosing which animals and plants we help has been decided mostly by whether we like 1/3/2014 ENV them or not. Christine Dell’Amore 6:01

It's time now for the Comment Box, when we get to hear what you have to say about the work we're 1/3/2014 ENT doing on Take Two. No

Body cleanses that claim to rid the body of toxins through juice fasting and diet restrictions are considered a popular fad to some, but a way of life for others. But do the benefits actually live up to 1/3/2014 HEAL the hype? Liz Applegate 5:46

John P. Davidson visited a school for servants and wrote about it for the current issue of Harpers magazine. We spoke with him about his experience at the Starkey International Institute, what he 1/3/2014 ENT calls a "bootcamp for butlers." John P. Davidson 7:06

1/4/2014 ECON Union workers give up some benefits in order to ensure Boeing keeps production of new jet in state Jahad 3:14

1/4/2014 ECON Union workers give up some benefits in order to ensure Boeing keeps production of new jet in state CC :16

1/4/2014 POLI Pot shops continue to pop up around LA dispite limits placed a few months ago CC :25 1/4/2014 SPOR Auburn and Florida State compete in the BCS Championship CC :06

David Kipen writes about the first thing ever filmed in Los Angeles: oncoming traffic. Commissioned by the Southern Pacific Railroad, James H. White immortalized everything that passed in front of him 1/4/2014 ART for almost thirty seconds. David Kipen 3:53:00

John Rabe talks to Piper Laurie about acting opposite Paul Newman in "The Hustler," working on 1/4/2014 ART "Twin Peaks," and why she played her death scene in "Carrie" as if she was having an orgasm. John Rabe / Piper Laurie 12:48:00

In his first public radio interview, Pepe Aguilar talks to John Rabe about his 24th album and the artist it pays tribute to, Vicente Fernandez. He also shares his favorite tribute songs in the form of a Spotify 1/4/2014 I playlist. John Rabe / Pepe Aguilar 15:14:00

Off-Ramp's Robert Garrova talks with screenwriter/producer Mar Zicree and original "Twilight Zone" screenwriter Earl Hamner to learn just what made "The Twilight Zone" such a grounbreaking show -- Robert Garrova / Earl 1/4/2014 HIST and why it's still revered today. Hamner, Jr. / Mar Zicree 5:07:00

New law prohibits workplace discrimination against victims of domestic violence, sexual assault or 1/5/2014 LAW stalking CC :11

New law prohibits workplace discrimination against victims of domestic violence, sexual assault or 1/5/2014 LAW stalking Adler :54

1/5/2014 ECON Union workers give up some benefits in order to ensure Boeing keeps production of new jet in state Lee :58

1/5/2014 LAW Man dies after being struck by a Metro Gold Line train CC :09

1/5/2014 LAW Man dies after being struck by a Metro Gold Line train CC :13

Members of Vietnamese-American community voted to allow gays and lesbians to join next month's 1/5/2014 LGB Tet Parade for the first time CC :14

Members of Vietnamese-American community voted to allow gays and lesbians to join next month's 1/5/2014 LGB Tet Parade for the first time Bailey 1:05

Tuscon plans memorial for people killed in 2011 shooting that wounded Congresswoman Gabrielle 1/6/2014 LAW Giffords Marizco 1:48

1/6/2014 ENT Beloved Disneyland quartet played their last show after more than 20 years CC :19

1/6/2014 ENT Beloved Disneyland quartet played their last show after more than 20 years CC :17 1/6/2014 ENV SoCal experiences high temps while the rest of the country is in bitter cold Kim 1:11

1/6/2014 POLI CA legislature back in session; Democrats again in control of both houses CC :09

Trial for two former Fullerton police officers charged in beating death of Kelly Thomas resumes after 1/6/2014 LAW holidays CC :21

1/6/2014 HEAL UCLA research suggests ER spike among Medicaid recipients may be short-lived Florido 1:53

1/6/2014 ENT Actress Carman Zapata died yesterday CC :11

1/6/2014 POLI Minority Republicans talk about agenda on first day of legislative session CC :15

Environmental groups react to possibility that Gov Brown may use cap and trade revenue for high 1/6/2014 POLI speed rail Quinton :50

1/6/2014 POLI Public hearings scheduled to work on fracking regulations Quinton :53

1/6/2014 ENV Public hearings scheduled to work on fracking regulations CC :10

1/6/2014 HEAL Loh Life Wheat Loh 2:57

1/6/2014 HEAL Deadline to pay for Covered California premiums postponed to Jan. 15 Jahad :56

1/6/2014 POLI The Los Angeles City Council returns from winter break Walton :40

1/6/2014 EDU School board to vote on how to fill an open seat Gilbertson 1:00

1/6/2014 DC Freshman Republican becomes leader on immigration Felde 3:01

1/6/2014 LAW California prisons have a history with the arts Plummer 3:51 1/6/2014 SPOR Auburn and Florida State compete in the BCS Championship Lee 1:10

1/6/2014 ART Disney's animated "Frozen" rises back up to top the box office again Jahad :52

1/6/2014 IMM Immigrant rights advocates celebrate a number of new laws designed to protect the undocumented Detrow 1:34

1/6/2014 ECON New study says CA housing market will continue recovery this year Pringle :47

1/6/2014 SPOR Hall of Fame broadcaster Jerry Coleman has died CC :15

1/6/2014 SPOR San Diego Chargers are one game from the conference championship CC :07

1/6/2014 HEAL 13-year-old girl declared brain dead in NorCal has been moved to an undisclosed location CC :06

1/6/2014 EDU Data: Latinos in state's best high schools mostly attending community college Guzman 3:44

1/6/2014 HEAL 13-year-old girl declared brain dead in NorCal has been moved to an undisclosed location CC :10

Trial for two former Fullerton police officers charged in beating death of Kelly Thomas resumes after 1/6/2014 LAW holidays Joyce 2:53

1/6/2014 ENV Strong winds put SoCal on alert for fire danger CC :06

1/6/2014 ECON Record number of tourists visited LA last year Bergman :51

Trial for two former Fullerton police officers charged in beating death of Kelly Thomas resumes after 1/6/2014 LAW holidays CC :11

1/6/2014 ECON Record number of tourists visited LA last year CC :09

Study on Medicaid beneficiaries using emergency rooms for routine care may be oversimplifying 1/6/2014 HEAL things CC :23 1/6/2014 LAW Closing arguments begin in the Kelly Thomas trial Joyce 1:21

Trial for two former Fullerton police officers charged in beating death of Kelly Thomas resumes after 1/6/2014 LAW holidays Joyce 1:21

1/6/2014 SPOR Auburn and Florida State compete in the BCS Championship CC :13

1/6/2014 SPOR Auburn and Florida State compete in the BCS Championship CC :13

1/6/2014 LAW City leaders offer reward for information regarding the murder of Joseph Gatto Palta :42 The Supreme Court on Monday stepped in to block more same-sex marriages from being performed in Utah while state officials appeal a decision allowing the unions. It's the latest in a series of back and forth decisions that has allowed, then retracted, same-sex marriage rights in the state. Utah's path to legalizing same-sex marriage is starting to look very similar to the drawn out legal battle over California's marriage rights that ultimately went to the Supreme Court. As more and more states become embroiled in legislative action over same-sex marriage, at what point should the federal government step in? Would a federal decision on same-sex marriage relieve a lot of uncertainty and turmoil over the patchwork of state laws? Or would that strip necessary rights from individual states? Where is the tipping point? Will we be left with a split nation where half of the states allow same-sex marriage and the others don't? How will that work when couples move across state lines?

1/6/14 LAW David Codell, Brad Dacus, 25:00:00

Conservative billionaires Charles and David Koch have built an unprecedented massive political network that shields the identities of donors, according to a report conducted by The Washington Post with help from the Center for Responsive Politics. The Post’s analysis of new tax returns and other documents found that the Koch brothers’ coalition raised more than $407 million for the 2012 campaign—using a network of tax-exempt groups and limited liability companies. With monikers like SLAH LLC and ORRA LLC, the groups have raised major funds to advance limited-government policies—outpacing other independent groups on the right and at least matching the contributions of labor unions on the left. Late last year, the IRS launched an effort to rein in the use of tax-exempt groups in political campaigning. What rights should the Kochs and others have to infuse money into politics without disclosure? Should the Kochs be more accountable for how they’re using their money and power? If two men can hold this much power, what does that say about the U.S. political system? 1/6/14 LAW Matea Gold 8:00 Frustration has characterized the experience of many aspirant homebuyers in Southern California. Despite the stabilization of housing prices in Los Angeles and Orange counties in the last few months, low inventory and bidding wars are still the rules of the game. There are new rules and possible tax expirations in 2014 that could impact the housing market this year. With Spring homebuying season just around the corner, we've invited two experts to talk about their predictions for the housing market this year. Would we see more houses hitting the market? Would prices go :David Krohn, Chris 1/6/14 HOUS up? If you are in the market for a home, what could you do to improve your chances? Thornberg, 15:00

New results released from the Oregon Health Insurance Experiment, a study of people who randomly received healthcare coverage via lottery in 2008, has put into question the Obama administration’s assertion that expanded Medicaid would lower emergency room visits. The study, which is considered to be a gold-standard for its incorporation of a large random sample, shows that there is an almost 40 percent relative increase in emergency room use for those newly receiving expanded Medicaid. Cailfornia, which has already experimented with expanded coverage, witnessed a similar bump in usage, but also featured a modest decline after a period. Will California’s case be a model for the country? Will emergency rooms be able to handle a surge resulting from expanded Medicaid? Will the study weaken the Obama administration’s credibility in regards to claims about the already- troubled healthcare system? Or are these simply the growing pains of the ACA? Katherine Baicker, Dylan 1/6/14 HEAL Roby, Yevgeniy Feyman 25:00:00 Searching for a new house is no easy process. After countless hours, you’ve found a home perfect for you and your family. Perfect, that is until you discover your neighbor is unfriendly, rude, and hostile. Unfortunately for one New Jersey Woman this nightmare neighbor has become her reality. 1/6/14 HOUS Cyndee Phoenix sued Lennar Homes in Atlantic County Court claiming that she was promised a James A Gallo 16:00

Top-placed Florida State (13-0) will play No. 2 Auburn (12-1) tonight in the BCS (Bowl Championship Series) Bowl. Though Florida is favored to win, Auburn turned around their season with two lucky games that signaled a huge turnaround for the team. Regardless of tonight’s result, the BCS bowl wil move to a four-team playoff system next season, ending the controversial system that currently 1/6/14 SPOR exists. Paul Myerberg 7:00

Central Valley dairy farmer David Valadao says it's easier to herd cows than fellow members of 1/6/2014 POLI Congress, particularly on immigration. No 3:49

California state senator Ted Lieu is among a group of lawmakers and arts advocates hoping to 1/6/2014 EDUC resurrect arts education programming at California prisons. No 5:07

Ted Lieu represents California's 28th district in the State Senate and he argues that bringing art back 1/6/2014 POLI into prisons can help alleviate many of the problems that plague the state's corrections system. Sen. Ted Lieu 4:36

With the WNBA taking over the Los Angeles Sparks while they search for new ownership, some questions remain whether or not there is enough national interest in women's basketball to sustain 1/6/2014 SPOR the league. Fran Harris 6:05 General Mills made a big announcement recently. Cheerios is going GMO free. Now, if you know something about genetically modified crops, this may sound odd. Cheerios are mostly made of oats - 1/6/2014 HEAL a crop that isn't available as a GMO. Marion Nestle 5:48

Back in December, a deep freeze settled on the state. Most of us got away unscathed, but not 1/6/2014 ENV California's $2 billion dollar citrus crop. A lot of fruit was damaged. No 2:54

Now it's time for On the Lot, our regular series of talks about the film biz with LA Times reporter 1/6/2014 ENT Rebecca Keegan. Rebecca Keegan 7:33

Although many actors like performing their own stunts, most of the dangerous scenes in movies are done by talented stunt performers. On our next installment of Odd Hollywood Jobs we’ll talk to one of 1/6/2014 ENT the best stuntwomen in the business, Zoë Bell. Zoë Bell 7:10

This morning, the U.S. Supreme Court put a temporary hold on same-sex marriage licenses in Utah. The hold will last until the 10th Circuit court in Denver makes a decision on a state appeal arguing 1/6/2014 LGB against gay marriage. Jennifer Epstein 5:45

It's been almost a month since 13-year-old Jahi McMath's tonsil surgery complications led doctors to declare her brain dead. That set off a legal and ethical battle between the teenager's family and the 1/6/2014 HEAL hospital, which felt it could do nothing more for her. Hailey Branson-Potts 3:48

Latinos in California's best high schools mostly enroll in community college after graduation, while 1/6/2014 EDUC their white and Asian peers go to four-year universities. No 4:08

In a very close vote - 51 to 49 - the powerful machinists union in Washington State agreed to a new, 8-year contract with Boeing. The contract keeps production in Washington, but the union conceded a 1/6/2014 TRANS lot of benefits in the deal. Carolyn Adolph 4:45

On our occasional series Picture This we've talked with photographers who've been in war zones or 1/6/2014 ART far off lands. But our next installment is far more personal. Angelo Merendino 10:23

Alex Cohen talks with 33-year-old hair and cloth special effects director Daniel Lay about what he calls "the cycle of displacement," and why he says bolstered tax credits aren't the answer to curbing 1/6/2014 ECON Hollywood's runaway production. Daniel Lay 5:45

A new study on the curious phenomenon known as earthquake lights posits some causes for the strange glowing lights that have been seen before earthquakes for centuries but have remained a 1/6/2014 ENV mystery of science. Friedemann Freund 5:17

1/7/2014 LAW LA County Sheriff Lee Baca said today (TUE) he will retire at the end of the month CC :07

1/7/2014 LAW LA County Sheriff Lee Baca said today (TUE) he will retire at the end of the month CC :22

1/7/2014 LAW Baca is recommending Assistant Sheriff Terri McDonald for interim sheriff CC :08

1/7/2014 LAW LA County Sheriff Lee Baca will not seek re-election to a fifth term CC :24 1/7/2014 LAW LA County Sheriff Lee Baca said he won't seek a fifth term, and will retire at the end of January CC :19

The head of the Muslim Public Affairs Council said he was surprised at LA County Sheriff Lee Baca's 1/7/2014 LAW decision to retire CC :16

City of LA sues to keep oil production facility near USC closed until company can guarantee health of 1/7/2014 ENV nearby residents Peterson :59

A new proposal introduced today (TUES) would expand Transitional Kindergarten to all four-year 1/7/2014 EDU olds Orr :59

1/7/2014 ECON A state representative from Texas is trying to lure the maker of Siracha away from the west coast Palacios 1:03

1/7/2014 EDU Committee finds LA Unified may have showed inappropriate favoritism to Apple Gilbertson 1:17

Closing arguments began in the trial of two former police officers charged with beating a man to 1/7/2014 LAW death Joyce 1:03

Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca announced Tuesday morning that he will retire at the end of the month and confirmed that he would not run for re-election. His term was supposed to last until December and Baca recommended that that Assistant Sheriff Terri McDonald serve as sheriff until the upcoming election. Sheriff Baca said he had personal reasons for not wanting to seek re-election but also cited the "negative perception" the upcoming campaign for sheriff has reflected on the Zev Yaroslavsky, Peter department. Eliasberg, Miriam Krinsky, 1/7/14 LAW Brian Moriguchi 33:00:00

Pregnant women are used to hearing the list of things they're not allowed to do for nine months. At the top of that list is usually drinking alcohol. Official recommendations in the US are that pregnant women should abstain from alcohol since no amount has proven to be safe. But is that really true? A new study is adding to the evidence that some light drinking in pregnancy might not actually be harmful. This study out of Denmark actually concludes women who drank moderately, equalling about two drinks a week, had children with better mental health than those who abstained from 1/7/14 SCI alcohol completely. Emily Oster, Tom Donaldson 15:00 In the post-9/11 backlash against the Muslim-American community, Sheriff Baca made a name for himself as an advocate of outreach and understanding towards members of the Muslim community. While his newly announced retirement has brought with it a slew of issues, Baca’s aid for American followers of Islam has been a relatively strong point. What does his retirement mean for the Muslim-American community? Salam Al-Marayati, Chris 1/7/14 LAW Newman 7:00

Forget living the examined life. Technophiles nowadays are turning to their smartphones and apps and wearable computers to achieve a better self. The idea is called lifelogging--tracking and recording every aspects of your life digitally and analyzing those data so you could become healthier and happier--and a nascent movement has emerged called Quantified Self that is predicated on this 1/7/14 SCI incessant documentation. Kevin Kelly, Mark Krynsky 16:00

Richard Linklater’s 1995 Before Sunrise was a cult classic romantic drama that took a real, sometimes uncomfortably close look at the birth of a relationship between Jesse (Ethan Hawke) and Celine (Julie Delpy). Two sequels later, Linklater’s 2013 Before Midnight shows that 18 years on, the story of these two characters, like their relationship, is surviving, although not without its share of 1/7/14 ENT problems. Julie Delpy 10:00

We’ve all heard the same old complaints about romantic comedies; they give women unrealistic expectations, the plots always work out unreasonably well, and the relationships in them just don’t feel real. It’s not just the romantic comedy that’s tended to be guilty of this, and throughout films, depictions of relationships tend to feature a lot more of the relationship action, and a lot less of the 1/7/14 ENT relationship everyday. Dr. Mary-Lou Galician 14:00

Baca has told the L.A. County Board of Supervisors his intention to resign his post, according to our media partner NBC4 and multiple media reports. KPCC has not been able to independently confirm 1/7/2014 POLI this report. Frank Stoltze 6:05

According to the Centers for Disease Control, the number of states reporting widespread seasonal flu activity jumped from 10 to 25 last week. While California hasn't had too many cases yet, our next 1/7/2014 HEAL door neighbor Nevada is one of the hardest hit states. Ihsan Azzam 4:54

California long had been a national model in expanding services and reducing unplanned pregnancies for low-income women. But changes to funding under Obamacare could have those 1/7/2014 HEAL clinics scrambling to balance their budgets. No 4:16

There are a lot of great movies that turn 20 this year, which both made us feel old and also reminded 1/7/2014 ENT us what a great year 1994 was for film. Anthony Breznican 7:35 1994 was a pretty important year for music. Topping the CD sale charts back then was TLC's 1/7/2014 ENT "CrazySexyCool", Notorious BIG's "Ready to Die", and Blur's "Park Life," among others. Shirley Halperin 7:36

Data collected by the New York Police Department show 84-percent of pedestrians patted down by its officers were black or Latino. The figure is the cornerstone of several challenges to the 1/7/2014 LAW department's controversial stop-and-frisk tactics. No 4:38

The Consumer Electronics Show is in full swing in Las Vegas. Attendees have already seen TVs with 1/7/2014 TECH curved screens, drones and robots and an internet connected toothbrush. Devindra Hardawar 6:04

This after critics, including cast members Jay Pharoah and Kenan Thompson, complained about the 1/7/2014 ENT lack of diversity on the program. Michelle Taylor 7:34

1/8/2014 LAW Closing arguments are to continue today in the trial of two former Fullerton police officers Joyce :17

1/8/2014 DC Senate moves unemployment forward

Director of CA Dept. of Water Resources says he believes Governor Brown will likely declare a 1/8/2014 LAW drought CC :15

There's now a 50-thousand dollar reward for information leading to a suspect in the murder of Joseph 1/8/2014 LAW Gatto CC :16

1/8/2014 ENV After the petroleum industry, film and TV production is the top polluter in Southern California Peterson 3:53

1/8/2014 POLI Voters in Anaheim will decide late this year whether to break the city into six council districts CC :11

The Anaheim City Council has voted unanimously to settle a case alleging at-large council elections 1/8/2014 POLI diluted the voting power of the city's Latino majority CC :08

California water managers painted a dismal picture of dry weather and low reservoir levels to the 1/8/2014 ENV Board of Food and Agriculture Quinton 1:36

There's a report out today that shows wild fires can cause enough pollution to harm the immune 1/8/2014 ENV systems of infants Pringle :48

At the Consumer Electronics Show this week in Las Vegas companies will showcase what they're 1/8/2014 TECH working on this year Shahani 1:46

1/8/2014 ENV The public gets to weigh in today (WED) on fracking Detrow 1:19 The Department of Water Resources says conditions are "worse than some of the most devastating 1/8/2014 ENV droughts the state has ever seen." Miller 4:56

LAUSD decided late last night to hold a special election to fill the seat left vacant by the death of 1/8/2014 EDU Marguerite LaMotte Guzman 3:55

Now that Sheriff Baca says he'll retire at the end of the month, there are questions over who will lead 1/8/2014 LAW the department Palta :18

LAUSD decided late last night to hold a special election to fill the seat left vacant by the death of 1/8/2014 EDU Marguerite LaMotte CC :16

1/8/2014 DIS Fire at a group home kills two people CC :18

Tuscon marks three year anniversary of shooting that injured former Congresswoman Gabrielle 1/8/2014 LAW Giffords CC :25

1/8/2014 POLI President Obama designates "Promise Zones" to address poverty CC :21

1/8/2014 POLI Commission releases bleak report on status of Los Angeles CC :14

Defense attorneys finish closing arguments in trial of two former Fullerton cops charged in death of 1/8/2014 LAW homeless man CC :11

1/8/2014 DC Speaker signals to members: immigration won't go away Felde 1:00

1/8/2014 POLI Coalition of food policy groups released first report card on food and farming legislation CC :10

LA City Controller to issue subpoenas to get docs from DWP union boss about how $40 million in 1/8/2014 LAW taxpayer money was spent CC :22

1/8/2014 POLI Commission releases bleak report on status of Los Angeles Walton 1:23

1/8/2014 POLI Controller Ron Galperin seeks financial records from DWP labor boss Walton :57

1/8/2014 LAW Sheriff Baca is retiring at the end of January Palta 3:56 CA health officials expect incidents of the flu to increase significantly over the next few weeks - but 1/8/2014 HEAL that's not unusual Bartolone :51

Defense attorneys finish closing arguments in trial of two former Fullerton cops charged in death of 1/8/2014 LAW homeless man Joyce 1:10

1/8/2014 POLI Upcoming LA County Sheriff election will be a competitive one CC :18

1/8/2014 SCI Prelim earthquake fault zone map released for Hollywoof Fault Plummer 1:53

1/8/2014 POLI Sheriff Baca's preference is being considered in search for an interim replacement CC :15

1/8/2014 POLI Effort to overturn CA's new transgender law clears first hurdle Adler :48

Democrats in the California Senate introduced legislation (Senate Bill 837) on Tuesday that would fund public preschool for children in the state. The proposal, backed by Senate President Pro Tem Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg, builds on the transitional kindergarten program that came into effect under the Darrell Steinberg, Tim 1/8/14 POLI 2010 law that required children to be over the age of five when they enrolled in kindergarten. Donnelly 26:00:00

In a bipartisan procedural vote, the U.S. senate agreed to consider a proposal to extend jobless benefits for the long-term unemployed. The vote was 60-37, with 60 votes as the minimum to prolong the benefits. The extension affects approximately 1.3 million Americans whose benefits expired Dec. 1/8/14 POLI 28. Manu Raju 5:00

Spurred by frustration from Los Angeles area residents, California congressional representatives are advocating for a provision on helicopter noise to be included in a 2014 spending bill. Last May, the Federal Aviation Administration released a 56-page document analyzing the noise caused by 1/8/14 LAW helicopters in the area, but failed to enforce any regulations. Bob Anderson, Chuck Street 16:00 While the lack of rain this winter may have been easy on California drivers, it was definitely much harder on our water supply. Officials hoping that the levels of the California River would be replenished after two consecutive years of drought were disappointed, and 2013 set record lows for 1/8/14 ENV rainfall all across the state. Peter Gleick, Paul Betancourt 14:00 Sociologist Everett Rogers came up with five stages of technology adoption. A new technology, he says, must first be embraced by a class of daredevil "innovators", followed by the "early adopters" and the cycle of adoption is only complete when a product gets buy-in from the "laggards," or the fina hold-outs. Apple, that omnipresent brand name of products seemingly beloved by all, is a good 1/8/14 TECH example of that theory. Larry Downes 21:00

With Republicans and Democrats showing no signs of ending the partisan bickering it might be time to daydream about what it would be like if we had a different form of government. Would America be 1/8/14 POLI better off if it had a non-partisan figurehead instead of a president? Michael Auslin, Julian Zelizer 21:00

50 years ago today, then-President Lyndon B. Johnson announced the war on poverty. Half a century later, after the country's great recession, the number of people living below the line hasn't 1/8/2014 POLI gone down by much. Ann Huff Stevens 5:51

On of the heels of LA County Sheriff Lee Baca's announcement that he'll be stepping down before Frank Stoltze, Raphe 1/8/2014 POLI his term is up, we look today at the candidates hoping to fill his shoes. Sonenschein 8:47

Out of 3,081 sheriffs in the U.S., only 40 are women, or about .01 percent. For more on why there aren't more women in law enforcement leadership, we're joined now by Chief Penny Harrington, who was the first female chief of the Portland Police Bureau, and the first female to head a major police 1/8/2014 LAW department in the United States. Chief Penny Harrington 5:53

A new report from EdSource finds a wide disparity in how often "willful defiance" is used to suspend 1/8/2014 EDUC students in California schools. Susan Frey 6:06

Worming a way into North Korea, voting for admission into the Hall of suspicion and the story of the greatest deal ever made. That means it's time for sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, they've 1/8/2014 SPOR coverd the sports world for ESPN and the L.A Times. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 8:57

There is a right and wrong way to go about dealing with any workplace pet peeve. The woman 1/8/2014 ENT behind Slate's 'Dear Prudence' advice column offers some thoughts. Emily Yoffe 5:59

2013 came and went without any significant reform. Many advocates are hoping things will be 1/8/2014 IMM different this year, and now they're adopting a new strategy: Wait until spring. Seung Min Kim 5:58

Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca has had a complicated relationship with immigrants in his jurisdiction. Although he is the son of an immigrant born in the Mexican state of Michoacan, he's 1/8/2014 POLI been a controversial figure among immigrant advocates. Leslie Berestein Rojas 4:45

Since 1967, the latest and greatest in technological innovations have debuted at the Consumer Electronics Show. The CD player, Xbox and Blu-Ray discs were all shown at shows in the past. So 1/8/2014 TECH were lesser known items, like the velcro-mounted television, which didn't quite catch on. Megan Garber 5:44 1/8/2014 TECH Hive's plasma bulbs looking to replace energy-sucking tungsten bulbs. No 4:13

California is also trying to reduce pollution through its cap and trade program. The law that established it passed seven years ago, but as The California Report's Craig Miller says, the state's 1/8/2014 ENV journey toward meeting its climate goals has just begun. No 5:08

Sites like Airbnb are not without their critics, especially in Glendale. That's where a 4,000 square foot 1/8/2014 ENT estate has been listed. Brittany Levine 6:04

About 20 years ago, I became obsessed with a book called Griffin and Sabine. It was a mysterious love story of sorts, told through letters and post cards. I wasn't the only one who pored over it, Griffin 1/8/2014 LIT and Sabine stayed on the New York Times Bestseller list for two years. Nick Bantock 8:21

1/9/2014 POLI Gov Brown announces budget; talks about importance of high speed rail CC :14

President Barack Obama has designated LA as one of the five "Promise Zones" in a program aimed 1/9/2014 POLI to fight poverty CC :16

Governor Jerry Brown's budget proposal out this morning (THU) allocates 10-billion dollars in new 1/9/2014 ECON education spending Larrubia :10

1/9/2014 LAW A jury in Santa Ana has begun deliberating a verdict in the trial of two former Fullerton police officers Joyce 1:03

Governor Jerry Brown's budget proposal for the coming fiscal year aims to tackle the state's so- 1/9/2014 ECON called "wall of debt." CC :22

1/9/2014 POLI LA Department of Water and Power General Manager Ron Nichols to step down at end of month Felde :09

1/9/2014 LAW Officials have identified a man who was struck and killed by a Gold Line train last Saturday Jahad :44

Governor Jerry Brown says he'll take whatever steps he can to help California's farmers deal with 1/9/2014 ENV possible water shortages CC :17

1/9/2014 DC LA lands big federal money to fight poverty Felde 2:09

Governor Jerry Brown is proposing major spending increases for state prisons, local jails and law 1/9/2014 ECON enforcement Palta 1:51

1/9/2014 ECON The Speaker agrees with Governer Brown's plan to get rid of the state's so-called "wall of debt" ???? 3:26 CA Governor Brown calls for cautious spending despite state's four and a half billion dollar budget 1/9/2014 ECON surplus Adler :51

1/9/2014 ENV A look at funding for the environment in Gov's budget plan Peterson 1:47

Governor Brown's budget proposal includes nearly one and half million dollars for the department 1/9/2014 ECON that maps earthquake faults in California Plummer :35

The new state budget addresses major changes that will be taking place at the California DMV this 1/9/2014 ECON year Berestein 1:28

1/9/2014 POLI The race to succeed Zev Yaroslavsky on LA County Board of Supervisors takes another turn Stoltze :54

National Park Service announcing yet another batch of inbred cubs. Caused by isolation from 110 1/9/2014 ENV Freeway Kim 1:29

1/9/2014 EDU Publicly funded preschools have dramatically altered standardized testing practices Fernandes 3:45

Governor Jerry Brown will criss cross the state today to unveil his proposed budget for the coming 1/9/2014 ECON year Detrow 1:21

1/9/2014 POLI Gov Brown's budget proposal would make chagnes to Safe Drinking Water Program CC :16

1/9/2014 ECON Governor Jerry Brown's budget proposal includes some major investments in the environment Quinton :49

1/9/2014 POLI Gov Brown's budget includes money for schools and paying back debt Adler :50

Governor Jerry Brown's new budget proposal includes health policy changes for the state's Medi-Cal 1/9/2014 ECON program Bartolone :34

1/9/2014 HEAL The flu is hitting people throughout the state CC :13

1/9/2014 ENT People's Choice Awards were kind to Sandra Bullock and Ellen DeGeneres CC :09

1/9/2014 ENT People's Choice Awards were kind to Sandra Bullock and Ellen DeGeneres CC :11 1/9/2014 POLI Gov Brown releases budget for the coming year Adler 5:13

1/9/2014 LAW LA County Sheriff Lee Baca's retirement could have negative effect on chief rival Stoltze 2:39

1/9/2014 ECON Governor Brown proposes $10 billion increase for education Guzman 1:15

In 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson launched a War on Poverty in America, and a half century later, President Obama is using the anniversary to establish poverty-fighting “Promise Zones” in a handful of cities across the across the country. The first five cities chosen for the new initiative are San Antonio, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Southeastern Kentucky and the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. LA’s zone, which includes the K-town, Hollywood, Westlake and Pico-Union area, is set Eric Garcetti, Matthew Kahn, 1/9/14 POLI to receive tens of millions of federal improvement dollars, up to $500 million in the next decade Enrico Moretti, Austin Beutner 25:00:00

"I was blindsided," New Jersey Governor Chris Christie said at a lengthy news conference Thursday morning as he apologized for a political scandal that could affect his future political ambitions. Christie said he knew nothing of a plan by some of his closest aides to create traffic jams as political playback to a town mayor. Christie said he fired one of the aides involved after texts and emails showed that she arranged lane closings on the George Washington Bridge to punish the town's 1/9/14 POLI mayor who refused to endorse Christie. Bob Ingle, Lisa Gritzner 23:00

California's beleaguered high speed rail project may be getting a breath of new life if Governor Jerry Brown's new budget is passed. The Governor is expected to propose a portion of the state's cap-and David Siders, Rod Diridon, 1/9/14 ENVI trade revenue to be used to fund the first phase of the $68 billion rail project. Kathryn Phillips 20:00

For his 2014 new year’s resolution, former pastor Ryan Bell decided to give up the Christian faith for a year and “try on atheism,” a move that cost him teaching jobs at two Christian universities and has 1/9/14 RELI spurred conversation and debate among Christian and atheist communities. Ryan Bell, Brie Loskota 22:00

Last week, California's Supreme Court ruled that a law school graduate and undocumented immigrant named Sergio Garcia can practice law. Garcia's case has been watched closely by other 1/9/2014 IMM aspiring attorneys, like him, across the country. Cesar Vargas 6:45

Cold, snowy weather and long lines did not deter people eager to take advantage of Colorado's new marijuana laws on the very first day they went into effect. Twenty four pot shops opened yesterday, 1/9/2014 ECON one of them, Telluride Bud Company, belongs to our next guest, Adam Raleigh. Adam Raleigh 4:33

Most marijuana dispensaries carry plenty of edible marijuana products, from sodas and truffles to ice 1/9/2014 ART cream and honey. But what if you want to whip up your own treats with pot? Julie Dooley 10:48

It's Thursday, which means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government throughout California. This week we have a special State of Affairs, because Governor Brown has 1/9/2014 POLI released his annual state budget a day early. HD Palmer 13:57 Nicaragua's President Daniel Ortega and his wife Rosario Murillo have been a couple for more than three decades. But it's Murillo -- not Ortega -- that the people of Nicaragua see as being truly in 1/9/2014 POLI charge. Tim Johnson 6:23

Writer Amanda Hess has received her fair share of harassing messages over the Internet, from lewd 1/9/2014 TECH tweets to brutally threatening emails. Unfortunately she's not alone. Amanda Hess 8:46

If you've ever tried online dating, you know that it's sometimes a crapshoot and maybe you think you 1/9/2014 TECH have all the bad luck. Alli Reed 5:24

Taking a trip around the world by yourself can be daunting. Throw kids into the mix and it can turn a relaxing vacation into anything but. Ciaran Blumenfeld, creator of Momfluential.net, joins the show to 1/9/2014 TECH tell us the apps she uses to make traveling with kids easier. Ciaran Blumenfeld 6:02

Although a lot of people don't like standardized tests in public schools, they're not going away any 1/9/2014 EDUC time soon. But how we test could get a makeover, as we've seen with publicly funded preschools. No N/A

Scientists and ecologists celebrated the births of three mountain lion kittens in the Santa Monica 1/9/2014 ENV mountains last month, but new information about those cubs may prove troubling Seth Riley 6:27

1/10/2014 ENV Whale watchers have spotted a record number of whales so far this spotting season Davis 4:12

1/10/2014 LAW Jury in Fullerton police trial is off through the weekend Joyce 1:28

1/10/2014 POLI Gov Brown's budget tackles the state's "wall of debt" CC :14

1/10/2014 POLI LA DWP GM steps down for personal reasons CC :12

1/10/2014 HEAL Gov Brown's budget expands dental and health care benefits Dembosky :51

1/10/2014 ECON California is in good financial shape compared to previous years Detrow 1:12

1/10/2014 LAW Democratic Senator Roderick Wright faces perjury and voter fraud charges Cuevas 1:13

1/10/2014 POLI More documents come out in Chris Christie's traffic scandal CC :03

1/10/2014 POLI Today is the deadline to end negotiations between Gov Brown and attorneys representing inmates ?? 3:34 1/10/2014 HEAL Flu activity rises across the state CC :11

1/10/2014 TRAN Connector between NB 2 and 5 freeways reopens about six months after tanker fire CC :10

1/10/2014 POLI Gov Brown and state prison attorneys hit the deadline to end negotiations over prison overcrowding CC :22

1/10/2014 POLI Council members respond to report that paints dire picture of LA CC :22

1/10/2014 DC Chula Vista Democrat okay with legalization Felde 1:40

1/10/2014 ECON Empolyers only added 74-thousand jobs in December Watt 1:02

Larry and KPCC critics Alynda Wheat and Andy Klein discuss some of their favorite overlooked films 1/10/2014 ENT from 2013 Mantle 3:00

1/10/2014 POLI City Hall prepares to regulate boarding homes Walton 1:07

US Supreme Court to decide whether startup Aereo can offer live television broadcasts over the 1/10/2014 LAW internet without paying a fee CC :19

1/10/2014 ENV AQMD sets new rules for arsenic and other toxins at Exide and Quemetco Peterson 1:27

1/10/2014 LAW Baca hosts the annual LA religious leaders breakfast Aguilar 1:47

1/10/2014 LAW SCOTUS takes up case of internet startup that streams live television broadcasts Roman 4:07

1/10/2014 LAW Funding is complete for LAPD on-body cameras CC :13

1/10/2014 HEAL 16 Congressional Dems say Covered CA not doing enough to recruit Latinos Florido 1:14

If American businesses are looking to grow, should they focus their sights across the border? US Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker has announced a plan to increase trade between the US and 1/10/2014 ECON Latin America. Ted Alden 6:39 Five neighborhoods — Hollywood, Little Armenia, Koreatown, Westlake and Pico-Union — will be 1/10/2014 POLI targeted in a new multi-pronged federal program. No 2:28

Congresswoman Janice Hahn represents California's 44th district,a zone just south of the Promise 1/10/2014 POLI Zone. She joins the show to talk about her views on the plan and what it means for her district. Congresswoman Janice Hahn 5:59

It's Friday! That means it's time for another Friday Flashback, our look at the week in news. And what 1/10/2014 POLI a week it's been. James Rainey, Nancy Cook 15:29

A retrospective exhibition will display vintage and contemporary wrap dress designs, from the first 1/10/2014 ART sample to what has become a symbol of power and freedom for generations of women. Diane von Furstenberg 5:44

KPCC's Crawford Family Forum has been home to film screenings, debates and other fabulous events, but earlier this week Take Two had its very first performance chat there with The Record Chris Vos, Alex Stiff, Marc 1/10/2014 ENT Company. Cazorla 10:19

LA Department of Water and Power head, Ron Nichols, announced his resignation yesterday, which 1/10/2014 POLI came amid growing scandals at this powerful agency. Molly Peterson 5:21

Two recent cases raise questions about how brain death is determined, and who has the right to 1/10/2014 LAW decide how such patients are treated. Benedict Carey 5:28

With 13 percent of the nation's kids living in California, the decisions made here in terms of 1/10/2014 EDUC education, health and child welfare can affect policy choices across the country. Jessica Mindnich 6:10

A group of volunteers that's been counting of migrating gray whales since 1979 has spotted 1/10/2014 ENV hundreds this year. See our list of SoCal viewing spots and tours. No 4:24

Weather in Southern California has been warm and dry this week, and it's expected to continue. Several of you don't think it’s a good thing, and that we at KPCC should stop talking about the good 1/10/2014 ENV weather. Mark Jackson 4:56

Commentator Marc Haefele considers Sheriff Baca's odd and sudden departure, and we look at John Rabe / Marc Haefele / 1/11/2014 HIST other colorful sheriffs in LA County's past. Frank Stoltze 8:43:00

KPCC's education reporter Mary Plummer catches up with one of the last remaining prison arts 1/11/2014 LAW teachers in the state. Mary Plummer 5:07:00

Jerry Gorin talks to Tony Yanow about his goal to make Golden Road Brewing LA's go-to local brand 1/11/2014 ECON in a town that's traditionally been a wasteland of beer culture. Jerry Gorin / Tony Yanow 4:04:00

John Rabe talks with Larry Davis about second acts as he records his second album at Miles 1/11/2014 ART Recording and Mix. Davis, profiled in 2012, is out with his second album, "Larry Davis Too." John Rabe / Larry Davis 6:53:00

LA's City Archivist gives Michael Holland a personal tour of the LAPD archives, which have been 1/11/2014 ART used - usually loosely - for productions from "Dragnet" to "Mob City." Michael Holland 5:40:00 Patt Morrison's commentary on living with earthquakes in LA. Morrison asks: Why do some think 1/11/2014 HIST earthquakes are Angeleno's punishment for beautiful weather? Patt Morrison 4:14:00

John Rabe goes to Reseda to talk with Joe Sauer. The 1994 Northridge earthquake had its epicenter in Sauer's backyard. According to Sauer, they were 'freaked out' but they rode the quake out from 1/11/2014 HIST inside their house. John Rabe / Joe Sauer 4:43:00

1/12/2014 ENT Julie Delpy is nominated for a Golden Globe for best actress CC :19

1/12/2014 ENT Tina Fey and Amy Poehler host the Golden Globes again CC :22

1/12/2014 ENT 12 Years A Slave is up for the top award at the Golden Globes CC :18

1/12/2014 LAW New law requires chefs to wear gloves CC :15

1/12/2014 HEAL Residents mobilize against new oil wells near USC that use potentially dangerous oil extraction O'Neill 1:32

1/12/2014 HEAL Residents mobilize against new oil wells near USC that use potentially dangerous oil extraction CC :16

1/12/2014 ENT Bruno Mars and Red Hot Chili Peppers team up at the Super Bowl CC :10

1/12/2014 ENV Red flag warning issued in Southern California CC :16

1/12/2014 LAW Authorities investigate death of a woman struck and killed by a tour bus in South LA CC :09

1/12/2014 HEAL State public health officials open new harmful products database O'Neill :49

OC District Attorney asks State Supreme Court to review ruling restricting sex offenders at parks and 1/13/2014 OC beaches Joyce :58

1/13/2014 LAW Gov Brown's budget proposal gets solid marks from CA legislative analyst's office CC :10

1/13/2014 LAW LAPD end-of-year crime stats from 2013 Aguilar 1:20 1/13/2014 ECON Foster Farms closed a plant because of safety concerns Bergman 1:35

1/13/2014 LAW Jury acquitted two former Fullerton police officers in Kelly Thomas trial CC :25

1/13/2014 LAW Jury acquitted two former Fullerton police officers in Kelly Thomas trial CC :10

1/13/2014 LAW Jury acquitted two former Fullerton police officers in Kelly Thomas trial CC :08

1/13/2014 LAW Jury acquitted two former Fullerton police officers in Kelly Thomas trial CC :09

Orange County District Attorney Tony Rackauckas talks to Nick Roman about verdict in the Kelly 1/13/2014 LAW Thomas case Roman 2:53

1/13/2014 DC Longtime California liberal leaving Congress Felde 1:01

California is testing a new early warning system that could alert residents of oncoming earthquakes 1/13/2014 SCI but finding funding is difficult Totten 4:28

1/13/2014 LAW LAPD officers will soon wear on-body cameras CC :21

1/13/2014 SCI State lawmakers want to make sure California is involved in effort to map brain neurons Orr :47

1/13/2014 LAW Talks over prison overcrowding have broken down, may be left to judge's decision Palta :37

1/13/2014 POLI Gov Brown's budget gets vote of confidence from Legislative Analyst's office Orr :47

1/13/2014 LAW Sheriff Baca announced retirement Palta :37

1/13/2014 LAW Jury deliberations resume in Kelly Thomas trial CC :23

1/13/2014 LAW LA County Supervisors revisit who will replace Sheriff Baca on an interim basis CC :22 1/13/2014 HEAL Loh Life Wheat Loh 3:00

1/13/2014 FOR Memorial service held for Ariel Sharon CC :21

1/13/2014 FOR Memorial service held for Ariel Sharon Jahad :53

1/13/2014 ART "Lone Survivor" powers up to the top of the box office Jahad :47

1/13/2014 HEAL Californians have until Jan 15 to purchase insurance for coverage that begins on Feb 1 O'Neill :45

1/13/2014 DC Voter turnout in California could buck national trend Felde 2:35

1/13/2014 ENT Amy Adams took home a Golden Globe for best actress CC :11

1/13/2014 SPOR Chargers lost to the Broncos CC :14

1/13/2014 ENT Leonardo DiCaprio picked up his second Golden Globe CC :24

1/13/2014 ENV Red flag warning issued in Southern California Khokha 1:02

1/13/2014 LAW Split sentencing is a way California manages prison overcrowding Hossaini 4:15

1/13/2014 ENV Strong winds put SoCal on alert for fire danger CC :12

1/13/2014 ENT Golden Globes CC :12

1/13/2014 ENT Golden Globes are "a wonderful mess" Roe 4:03

1/13/2014 LAW Crime in LA is at a record low CC :12 1/13/2014 DIS Three people, including two children, died in a barn fire this morning CC :11

1/13/2014 ENV Fire departments remain on alert during red flag warnings CC :18

1/13/2014 HEAL HHS shows nearly a half million Californians enrolled through Covered CA O'Neill :50

1/13/2014 EDU USC receives 50-million dollar donation to found a bioscience center CC :16

1/13/2014 FOR Mexico has begun construction on border crossing outside El Paso Uribe :47

1/13/2014 LAW Long Beach police chief Jim McDonnell jumps into the race for LA County Sheriff Stoltze :41

It has not even hit the bookstands, yet Robert Gates memoir is the most talked about in Washington. As the Washington Post's Bob Woodward wrote in the first review last week, "It is rare for a former Cabinet member, let alone a Defense secretary...to publish such an antagonistic portrait of a sitting Tom Ricks, Sarah Chayes, 1/13/14 POLI president." Gayle Tzemach Lemmon 19:00 A report from the Associated Press says, doctors in Sweden are pioneering a new surgery for womb transplants. Already, nine women have successfully received transplanted wombs. Most of the women are in their 30s and were either born without a uterus or had it removed due to cervical 1/13/14 SCI cancer. Dr. Richard Paulson 7:00

Popular reality TV shows like '16 and Pregnant' and 'Teen Mom' have been criticized for glamorizing teen pregnancy but according to a new study, the shows may actually have a positive effect on the teen birthrate. Researchers combed through Nielsen ratings data combined with birth records from 2010 and concluded that the shows prevented more than 20,000 teenage births, nearly 6 percent of Phillip Levine, Maci Bookout, 1/13/14 ENT the total. Melissa Henson, Bill Albert 15:00

Crime in Los Angeles County is at a record low for the eleventh straight year. Mayor Garcetti proudly announced the final 2013 statistics today. Among the notable numbers, violent crime is down 12 1/13/14 LAW percent. Erika Aguilar, George Tita 15:00

New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez's 211 game suspension for his alleged use of performance-enhancing drugs was reduced to 162 games by an arbitrator this weekend, effectively 1/13/14 SPOR forcing the slugger to sit out the entire 2014 season. Steve Fishman 10:00

John Wooden coached the UCLA men's basketball team to 10 NCAA championships during the 1960s and the '70s, but author Seth Davis says Wooden's success is only a fraction of the man he 1/13/14 SPOR was. Davis's new biography Wooden: A Coach's Life examines the man behind the legend. Seth Davis 22:00

On Friday, President Obama is expected to unveil changes to the government's surveillance program. His speech comes in response to questions raised about the balance of national security 1/13/2014 SECU and privacy concerns. Edward-Isaac Dovere 5:42 Mexico's justice department recently released a report about the growing links between Mexico's 1/13/2014 FORE violent drug cartels and Central American gangs like Mara Salvatrucha. Dudley Althaus 5:10

1/13/2014 ENT For more on last night's Globe's, we spoke a little earlier with Meeta Agrawal. Meeta Agrawal 4:58

Is there anything companies can do to stop sophisticated cyber-attacks like these? William J. Kresse, 1/13/2014 SECU cyber security expert, joins us to discuss. William J. Kresse 10:25

Time for On The Lot, our weekly look at the business of entertainment with Rebecca Keegan of the 1/13/2014 ENT LA Times Rebecca Keegan 7:12

The storyline of the film happened to shift dramatically when the song, "Let It Go," was written. The movie's songwriters Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson Lopez talk about the work that went into Robert Lopez, Kristen 1/13/2014 ENT making the music. Anderson-Lopez 7:51

The massive quake that hit Southern California in 1994 came without warning. How close is 1/13/2014 ENV California to an earthquake warning system? No 5:04

A new law that took effect this year requires the state to develop a comprehensive earthquake early warning system. For more on what the alert system will include we're joined by the man who 1/13/2014 POLI sponsored the bill, Senator Alex Padilla. Sen. Alex Padilla 6:02

Voters often sit out off-year elections, but several proposed hot-button initiatives could change that 1/13/2014 POLI equation in November. No 3:05

The Brown administration is pushing a $25 billion water plan for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. 1/13/2014 ENV Reporter Lauren Sommer has the story. No 5:29

The last year has been one of the driest on record for the state of California. Now many water districts around the state are beginning to impose restrictions on residential and commercial water 1/13/2014 ENV use. Jay Famiglietti 4:58

Southern New Mexicans are caught in a debate over preserving a stretch of borderland as a national monument. The state's two senators and a congressman are pushing separate bills that set different 1/13/2014 ENV boundaries for the monument. No 4:17

In the last two years, California counties have enjoyed a fairly free hand managing an influx of tens of thousands of state prisoners that are now serving their sentences in county jails. One strategy is 1/13/2014 SECU called "split sentencing." No 4:37

Tonight's the premiere of season 5 of the hit TV show Archer on the FX network. It's a raunchy, 1/13/2014 ENT animated comedy about a spy agency called "Isis." Aisha Tyler 10:50

State lawmakers unveiled new bills designed to bolster the way the state regulates elderly care 1/14/2014 HEAL facilties Dembosky 1:40

1/14/2014 EDU How is L.A. Unified preparing for new state money? Gilbertson 1:03 California lacks state wide guidelines for retrofitting single family homes but the California Earthquake 1/14/2014 SCI Authority is hoping to change that Totten 4:23

1/14/2014 SPOR Anaheim residents to weigh in on negotiations between Anaheim, Angels Joyce :57

Gays and lesbians smoke at much higher rates than heterosexuals. LA County is trying to combat 1/14/2014 HEAL that Florido 3:20

Federal judges say California corrections officials and inmates' lawyers have failed to reach a long- 1/14/2014 LAW term agreement to deal with overcrowding CC :17

1/14/2014 LAW Two former police officers were acquitted yesterday (MON) in the death of Kelly Thomas in Fullerton Joyce 3:00

The state Assembly now has a bill that would increase California's emergency temporary shelter 1/14/2014 POLI payments CC :15

1/14/2014 POLI A bill that would increase a temporary shelter relief benefit is now in the State Assembly Pringle :55

1/14/2014 LAW A mother, father, and their two children died after being pulled from a fire early yesterday (MON) CC :11

1/14/2014 LAW The US Supreme Court today (TUE) reviews whether it's right to tax severance pay Gura 1:04

1/14/2014 EDU The LA Unified School Board is voting today (TUES) on whether to buy more iPads CC :22

1/14/2014 POLI Mayor Eric Garcetti announces a partnership with a well-known USGS seismologist Walton 1:04

The U-S Border Patrol is testing a remote-controlled drone that can identify illicit tunnels beneath the 1/14/2014 LAW Mexican border Marizco :52

1/14/2014 SCI Researchers find that air pollution may be increasing fire danger in local mountains Kim :53

1/14/2014 LAW Orange County District Attorney Tony R CC :10

1/14/2014 DC Frustrated Senate Democrats vow to push climate change issues Felde 1:02 Ron Thomas says he's going to proceed with a wrongful death civil lawsuit against ex-Fullerton 1/14/2014 LAW police officers CC :21

1/14/2014 LAW Lawsuits cost LA County $89 million dollars last fiscal year Palta :50

1/14/2014 EDU Head Start would get a billion dollars in federal budget deal Fernandes 1:10

1/14/2014 LAW Fullerton residents react to acquittal of Fullerton officers in Kelly Thomas case Joyce 1:57

CA Chief Justice says recent budget cuts have led to "rationing of justice' and she calls it a civil rights 1/14/2014 LAW problem CC :14

1/14/2014 IMM Archbishop Gomez talks about what he'd like to see with immigration reform Berestein 1:12

1/14/2014 EDU LA Unified school board votes to buy as many as 100-thousand more iPads for students Gilbertson :14

Home care workers in state program rally against proposal in state budget that would prevent them 1/14/2014 POLI from working overtime CC :17

Torrance police officer not criminally charged for shooting at driver David Perdue during the search 1/14/2014 LAW for Christopher Dorner Aguilar 1:31

1/14/2014 TECH Assemblyman proposes bill to make sure that public agencies don't overstep data collection Guzman 1:02

Two former Fullerton police officers were found not guilty of beating to death a mentally ill, homeless man, a jury found on Monday in Orange County Superior Court. The verdicts were read as people on both sides of the courtroom reacted with gasps and sobs. Jurors found Manuel Ramos, 39, and Jay Cicinelli, 41, not guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the death of Kelly Thomas, who died unconscious in a hospital five days after he was involved in a violent altercation with officers outside Tony Rackauckas, Ed Joyce, 1/14/14 LAW a Fullerton transit station on July 5, 2011. Jerod Gunsberg 24:00:00

The Northridge earthquake 20 years ago has taught us that buildings that have been seismically retrofitted save lives. The quake caused $20 billion in destruction, much of it to buildings, and more than 100,000 people were displaced because of damaged homes. It was immediately apparent that Sanden Totten, Sanden 1/14/14 HIST buildings that were retrofitted withstood the quake much better than those that failed to do so. Totten 14:00 At this time of year, air pollution can rise to unhealthy levels, especially when there are stagnant weather conditions. To help keep pollution down, the South Coast Air Quality agency has started mandatory no-burn alerts. “Wood smoke from fireplaces contributes to regional particulate pollution, 1/14/14 HOUS which is a serious public health threat,” said the agency’s lead Barry Wallerstein. Philip Fine 8:00

Paying extra money to a doctor in exchange for better care and more access is a growing trend in healthcare. This method of care, often called 'concierge medicine', means patients typically pay an annual subscription fee of hundreds or thousands of dollars to the doctor of their choice. That buys 1/14/14 HEAL them regular direct access to their doctor without having to deal with insurance companies. Dylan Roby, Dr. Pam Brar 25:00:00

Young healthy Americans are not flocking to enroll in the Affordable Care Act in numbers that the White House had hoped to see. New enrollment figures out this week show that 24 percent of those Dylan Roby, Yevgeniy 1/14/14 HEAL buying coverage are young adults in the prime age group between 18 and 34. Feyman 16:00 Congressional negotiators released a bipartisan $1.1 trillion spending bill (http://www.cnn.com/interactive/2014/01/politics/omnibus-spending-bill/) on Monday night that would keep the government running until October and finally bury last year’s budget battles that spurred a 1/14/14 LAW 16-day government shutdown. Seung Min Kim 16:00

Latinos haven't had an easy time signing up for healthcare, and a quick visit to the Spanish-language 1/14/2014 HEAL version of the Affordable Care Act website might explain why. Gabriel Sanchez 4:44

Yesterday, a jury in Fullerton found two former Fullerton police officers not guilty of beating homeless 1/14/2014 LAW man Kelly Thomas to death in 2011. Ron Thomas 9:06

Therapy or medication are sometimes inaccessible for people with a mental illness. But Dr Frude 1/14/2014 HEAL says another option should be prescription self-help books. Neil Frude 7:48

New research from Emory University suggests that reading novels can actually lead to neurological changes in your brain. Not just the linguistic areas of your mind, but also in the parts governing 1/14/2014 LIT physical activity. Gregory Berns 7:38

Illegal recruiting, cheating, suspensions. Those may sound like story lines from a typical college football season, and they are all part of a new documentary-style show. The thing is, it's not about 1/14/2014 ENT college football. It's about eight- and nine-year-old players. Jason Sciavicco 4:58

Seahawks fans are documented to be some the loudest fans in sports. One way to do that is to make sure of that is to keep the numbers of fans of the opposing team are kept to a minimum when they 1/14/2014 SPOR play in their home stadium. Ben Bergman 3:00

It's time for Tuesday Reviewsday our weekly new music segment. This week, Oliver Wang of Soul- 1/14/2014 ENT Sides.com drops by with his three picks of the week. Oliver Wang 9:08

Cities — including LA — have encouraged homeowners to voluntarily retrofit their dwellings to make them better able to withstand shaking. But as KPCC's Sanden Totten reports, there are no state 1/14/2014 ENV standards for such work. And many retrofits may not be up to the task. No 4:52

And as part of our continuing coverage of the 20th anniversary of Northridge, we've built an Earthquake Tracker at our website. It's an interactive map that keeps a record of all seismic activity 1/14/2014 ENV in California. Chris Keller 4:59 In L.A. county, gays and lesbians smoke at a rate 55 percent higher than the straight population. A 1/14/2014 HEAL new campaign aims to bring that number down. No 3:42

The L.A. Unified School Board is voting today on whether to buy more iPads. Superintendent John Deasy is asking for 96,000 new tablets for students and teachers. But with all the controversy that 1/14/2014 EDUC has so far surrounded the iPad program, debate is likely to be robust. Annie Gilbertson 3:57

Last week, the LA Public Library announced a new program to help high school drop outs get a degree. Here to tell us more about it is John Szabo, city librarian for the LA - which means he's the 1/14/2014 EDUC top dog at LA's public library system. John Szabo 6:36

A new California law gives midwives more autonomy, so they're able to do their work to work without 1/14/2014 HEAL the supervision of a doctor. No 3:29

The annual publication highlights the most popular un-produced screenplays in Hollywood, chosen 1/14/2014 ENT by hundreds of film executives. Franklin Leonard 5:50

Hollywood Producer Cassian Elwes recently decided he wanted to give back by mentoring an unrepresented writer. Elwes chose Matthew Hickman — a UPS clerk who moved out here from Matthew Hickman, Cassian 1/14/2014 ENT Georgia. Elwes 5:50

1/15/2014 ENV Dependence on technology may hurt us during the next big earthquake Totten 4:40

1/15/2014 ENT The Forum in Inglewood reopens tonight (WED) with the first of six concerts by the Eagles CC :13

1/15/2014 LAW Oil facility in South LA has violated clean air and water laws Peterson :43

LA Police Chief Charlie Beck says Sheriff Lee Baca's successor needs to improve the department's 1/15/2014 LAW relationship with the communities it serves CC :18

LA Police Chief Charlie Beck said he's working with the LA County District Attorneys office on finding 1/15/2014 LAW alternative options for offenders with mental health issues CC :15

President Obama has nominated Southern California-based Maria Contreras-Sweet to head the 1/15/2014 POLI Small Business Administration CC :13

A new study says the 2016 election will be important not only because we'll be choosing a new 1/15/2014 POLI president, but because it will mark a historic turning point for the California electorate CC :06

A new study says the 2016 election will be important not only because we'll be choosing a new 1/15/2014 POLI president, but because it will mark a historic turning point for the California electorate CC :14

1/15/2014 DC California GOP beats up on high speed rail Felde 1:46 New research from a California-based forest ecologist shows that older trees are better at absorbing 1/15/2014 SCI carbon dioxide than what has been commonly assumed Quinton :57

1/15/2014 ECON President Obama nominates Maria Contreras-Sweet to head Small Business Administration Watt 1:30

1/15/2014 SACTO Governor Brown's budget proposes adding more than 100-million dollars to the court system McNary 1:39

1/15/2014 POLI Gov Brown's budget allocates an extra $100 million for trial courts Roman 4:39

1/15/2014 POLI L.A. City Council settles with woman who accused LAPD officers of assault Walton :36

CA state board of education will decide how school districts can use billions in state funding next 1/15/2014 EDU year CC :15

A member of the Mexican senate is pushing for the United States to be more accommodating to 1/15/2014 POLI asylum requests from Mexican citizens Uribe :44

1/15/2014 ECON Redfin names Eagle Rock the second hottest 'hood in the country Jahad 2:00

1/15/2014 EDU A committee is proposed to address library closures at LA Unified Gilbertson 1:03

The California State Board of Education will decide tomorrow (THU) how school districts can spend 1/15/2014 EDU billions of dollars in state funding next year Orr 1:06

1/15/2014 ENV Growth rate of a tree accelerates as it ages CC :16

1/15/2014 HEAL Today is the deadline to pay for Jan 1 plans, and to enroll for Feb 1 plans Florido :51

1/15/2014 ENT The Forum in Inglewood reopens tonight (WED) with the first of six concerts by the Eagles Watt 3:03

1/15/2014 EDU State Board of Educatoin expected to vote on new spending rules for California public schools Tintocalis :52

1/15/2014 ENV 4.4 earthquake hit near Rialto this morning CC :06 1/15/2014 ENT Oscar nominations will be announced tomorrow morning CC :07

1/15/2014 DIS Northbound PCH closed due to wildfire CC :06

1/15/2014 SPOR NCAA kicks off annual convention, discusses student athlete pay Weinberg 1:03

1/15/2014 SPOR Lakers lose five in a row CC :22

A federal appeals court gave a mixed ruling on Internet access regulations yesterday. The DC Circuit Court affirmed that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has authority to create open- access rules. But in a setback for the Obama administration's goal of Internet openness, the court 1/15/14 LAW ruled that the FCC failed to establish that its 2010 regulations don't overreach. Rosyln Layton, Craig Aaron 15:00 Long Beach Police Chief Jim McDonnell has launched into the race for LA County Sheriff with a list of banner endorsements. Despite inexperience running a political campaign, he begins boldly with support from LAPD Chief Charlie Beck, L.A. County District Attorney Jackie Lacey, former L.A. 1/15/14 LAW County District Attorney Steve Cooley, and developer Rick Caruso. Frank Stoltze 7:00

The field to replace retiring Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca has just become more crowded, with Long Beach Police Chief Jim McDonnell announcing that he's joining the race. Why is Chief 1/15/14 LAW Beck endorsing him? Charlie Beck 7:00 Included in the 1 trillion dollar federal spending bill for 2014 is a provision that could limit helicopter noise over Los Angeles County within a year. The provision directs the Secretary of the Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration to create regulations on excess helicopter 1/15/14 TRAN noise. Rep. Adam Schiff, Larry Welk 24:00:00 New Jersey Governor Chris Christie might be in the middle of a pretty juicy scandal but he seems to be emerging without too much damage to his reputation and future prospects. 'Bridgegate', the controversy surrounding the traffic jam caused by lane closures on the George Washington Bridge, 1/15/14 POLI did shave a little bit off of Christie's popularity but a new Quinnipiac poll shows that New Jersey Bob Ingle, David Plotz 16:00

A French magazine, Closer, published exclusive photos last week showing a man it alleged to be French president Francois Hollande (frahn-SWAH' oh-LAWND) arriving at the apartment of actress 1/15/14 FOR Julie Gayet (GY-yayt) by scooter. Craig Copetas 14:00

While privacy advocates have raised concern about the NSA's programs, supporters — including those inside the White House — have said the programs are important tools in stopping terrorist 1/15/2014 SECU attacks on the US. Lee Hamilton 12:10

Jamzilla is coming! But remember 2011's Carmaggedon? Who's coming up with these names? 1/15/2014 ENT Turns out, the LA MTA is taking over that responsibility Dave Sotero 1:50

The Forum in Inglewood was built in 1967, and for over 30 years was arguably the entertainment 1/15/2014 SPOR capital of Los Angeles. James Worthy, Byron Scott 1:29 The North American International Auto Show kicked off in Detroit this week. The star of the show? 1/15/2014 TECH Technology. Jean Jennings 7:19

The Purple and Gold is all black and blue after 143 years, a first in Chicago and the Nike swoosh equals cha-ching! It's time for sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, who've covered sports for the 1/15/2014 SPOR L.A. Times and ESPN. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 8:20

These days though, digital technology is everywhere. It helps us in many ways, but our reliance on connectivity may also end up hurting us after a major quake. KPCC science reporter Sanden Totten 1/15/2014 SCIE reports. No 5:15

In advance of President Obama’s State of the Union address, Speaker of the House John Boehner is 1/15/2014 POLI expected to release his new plan for immigration reform. Fawn Johnson 5:02

Solving problems with apps, that's what App Chat is about. This week we're going to take a look at 1/15/2014 TECH four apps that'll help with your personal finances. Jacob Margolis 4:22

A federal appeals court gave a mixed ruling on Internet access regulations yesterday. The DC Circuit Court affirmed that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has authority to create open- 1/15/2014 TECH access rules. Brooks Boliek 6:27

A recent high-profile case in San Diego netted dozens of arrests for sex trafficking, but there are few resources for victims on the Mexican side of the border. A resident of San Diego has opened a 1/15/2014 FORE shelter in Tijuana for victimized girls. No 3:52

Deep in the foothills of California’s Gold Country, there is a peaceful home for animals that may seem a little out of place. Located in San Andreas, the Performing Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) cares 1/15/2014 ENV for elephants, big cats, bears and other wildlife with a history of performing for humans. No 4:34

In Laredo, Texas, the community gets together each year for a lavish celebration that may seem out of place in the mostly Mexican-American border town: It's a debutante ball on the occasion of GeorgeErin Ploss-Campoamor, 1/15/2014 ART Washington's birthday. Cristina Ibarra. 6:39

1/16/2014 DIS The Northridge quake anniversary reminds Californians to prepare for the next big one Huang 4:25

State Fish and Game commissioners backed away from proposals by wildlife advocates to expand 1/16/2014 SPOR restrictions on hunting CC :05

State Fish and Game commissioners backed away from proposals by wildlife advocates to expand 1/16/2014 SPOR restrictions on hunting CC :04

Video from the helmet camera of a firefighter responding to the Asiana Airlines flight in July shows at 1/16/2014 LAW least one rescuer aware someone was on the ground outside the plane CC :11

1/16/2014 ENT Director of "20 Feet From Stardom" doc reacts to Oscar nomination ?? ?? 1/16/2014 DC A California Congressman will retire after serving more than two decades in Congress CC :11

Glendora Police Captain Tim Staab says the three men have been booked for recklessly starting the 1/16/2014 LAW fire CC :10

Fire ecologist says the Colby Fire is boxed in to North, East by recently burned areas and to West by 1/16/2014 SCI a river CC :15

1/16/2014 DC Longtime CA Congressman steps down after 20 years Felde 1:16

LA County Fire Chief Daryl Osby says if shifting winds cause the fire to jump west of Highway 39, 1/16/2014 DIS there could be mandatory evacuations in Bradbury and Duarte CC :11

The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a smoke and ash advisory due to the 1/16/2014 DIS Colby Fire CC :16

1/16/2014 POLI Republican Abel Maldonado drops his campaign for governor Walton :42

1/16/2014 LAW Scott Dekraai is charged with killing eight people in Orange County Joyce 1:02

1/16/2014 ENV One thing firefighters in Glendora haven't had to worry about yet is the wind CC :10

1/16/2014 ENT Director of "20 Feet From Stardom" doc reacts to Oscar nomination CC :19

Glendora Police Captain Tim Staab says the suspects are cooperating and one of them admitted to 1/16/2014 LAW starting the fire CC :08

1/16/2014 ART MOCA has chosen Philippe Vergne as the new director CC :13

1/16/2014 ENV Firefighters have made progress on a 17-hundred acres wildfire in the Glendora foothills CC :10

1/16/2014 LAW Assistant Sheriff Jim Hellmold says he will run for Sheriff in 2014 race CC :13

1/16/2014 LAW Jails across California are overcrowded Palta 1:19 The Colby Fire destroyed 2 guest houses located on the property of one of Glendora's Singer 1/16/2014 DIS mansions CC :06

1/16/2014 EDU Hundreds of Californians testify on state's new school funding formula Orr :59

1/16/2014 ENV Bipartisan group of lawmakers, farmers call on Governor Brown to declare a drought CC :18

Glendora Police Captain Tim Staab says the LA County District Attorney's offices is working with the 1/16/2014 LAW US Attorney's Office to determine the charges for the three men CC :07

1/16/2014 ART MOCA picks new director Guzman 2:49

A wildfire in the foothills above Glendora Thursday morning was moving into residential neighborhoods and burning out of control in the Angeles National Forest. At least one home was burned so far, and more homes remain in danger, with evacuations in effect. Officially called the Phil Currie, Brice Donahue, Colby Fire, the fire was centered in the San Gabriel Mountains just north of Glendora, about 25 miles Inspector Tony Akins, 1/16/14 SGV northeast of downtown Los Angeles. Inspector Tony Akins 35:00:00

Students at Corona Del Mar High School could still face expulsion for hacking into a series of computers to access tests and change grades. Newport-Mesa Unified School District has moved away from a zero-tolerance discipline policy in support of restorative justice. The victim focused process aims to encourage dialog between the students being disciplined and the person who has been wronged. Newport-Mesa Unified says it may not use this discipline model for the computer hacking case.

1/16/14 YOUT Hannah Fry, David Yusem 15:00

The 86th Academy Awards nominations have been announced—and this year’s list has a few notable snubs and surprises. David O. Russell’s comedy “American Hustle” and Alfonso Cuaron’s 3-D space thriller “Gravity” are among the big winners, with each film earning 10 nominations. Steve McQueen’s “12 Years a Slave earned 9 Oscar nominations. Leonardo DiCaprio, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Sandra Bullock, Bruce Dern and Cate Blanchett are among those in consideration for the top acting honors. Notably absent from the list are actors Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson. What did you find most surprising or disappointing in this year’s selections? Which films, actors and directors were overlooked? 1/16/14 ENT Tom O'Neil, Lael Loewenstein 16:00 Growing tension between Mexican police and vigilantes who have challenged the government's authority in Michoacan state is showing no signs of slowing. The vigilante groups held onto their guns on Wednesday as federal authorities struggled to reign in the fast-growing citizen militias. The groups sprang up in response to heavy violence from the area's drug cartels but have morphed into heavily- armed militants. The government initially tolerated, possibly even encouraged, the groups in their 1/16/14 FOR fight to challenge the drug cartels but now that the violence has grown out of control they are now Carrie Kahn 10:00

The deal costs $215 million over the seven years, making the 25-year-old Kershaw the highest paid baseball player ever. The contract comes with an opt-out clause after five seasons, meaning that left- hander could become a free agent at 30 years old. http://www.latimes.com/sports/baseball/mlb/dodgers/la-sp-dodgers-kershaw-shaikin- 20140116,0,3972240.story Kershaw has established himself as one of the best pitchers in the game, having won the Cy Young Award twice in the last three seasons and helping to lead the Dodgers to a division championship last year. What would keeping Kershaw in Los Angeles mean for the Dodgers? Pitchers are particularly prone to injury, does this contract extension make financial sense for the Dodgers? 1/16/14 SPOR Bill Shaikin 6:00

In Oklahoma last week, Emily Johnson Dickerson passed away at the age of 93. She was the last monolingual Chickasaw speaker. The number of fluent Chickasaw speakers has been in decline Gregory D.S. Anderson, 1/16/14 TECH since the 1960s. According to a NPR report there are now only 65 fluent Chickasaw speakers. Ph.D., Kevin Patrick Scannell 15:00

John Ridley, screenwriter of the now-Oscar nominated film "12 Years a Slave" joined us to talk about 1/16/2014 ENT where he was and how he found out about the good news. John Ridley 7:57 Early this morning, actor Chris Hemsworth presented this year's Academy Award nominees along with the president of the Academy president Cheryl Boone Isaacs. "Gravity" and "American Hustle" led the pack with 10 nominations each. Here to help us sort through the rest is Rebecca Keegan, 1/16/2014 ENT who writes about film for the Los Angeles Times. Rebecca Keegan 9:36

Earlier this week, Congress failed to extend unemployment benefits for people who've been out of work in the long-term. The proposal on the table was to provide assistance past the usual 26 weeks 1/16/2014 POLI that are available. Sen. Barbara Boxer 9:02

Over the past 10 years, Valley Fever has increased 10-fold and an estimated 150,000 people are affected by it every year. According to infectious disease specialists, that's equal to the impact of 1/16/2014 HEAL Polio or Chicken Pox before vaccines were discovered, but there's no vaccine for Valley Fever. Dana Goodyear 6:31

Joel Wach, who was on the search committee that found Philippe Vergne, MOCA's new museum 1/16/2014 ART director, tells us about the search. Joel Wach 6:01

It's the time that studios pull out all the stops in hopes of earning Oscar nominations, which means a lot of actors and directors are in town to promote their best work. One of them is filmmaker Wong Kar 1/16/2014 ART wai, director of the sweeping martial arts film, "The Grandmaster." Wong Kar-wai 7:09

's Thursday and that means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government throughout California. To help us with that we're joined in studio by KPCC political reporters Alice 1/16/2014 POLI Walton and Frank Stoltze. Alice Walton, Frank Stoltze 11:31

As one of the first faculty members to arrive to at California State University, Northridge after the 1/16/2014 SCIE earthquake struck, Cynthia Rawitch saw images that became seared into memory. No 4:44 To help us debunk some common misconceptions about earthquakes, we brought in Margaret Vinci, 1/16/2014 SCIE manager of Earthquake Programs at Caltech Margaret Vinci 5:43

Making a movie with Oscar appeal is risky business. The types of films that get Oscar nods don't 1/16/2014 ENT necessarily get your typical movie-goer in to the theater. Gabriel Rossman 5:38

Meloy will be singing from his new recording Colin Meloy Sings the Kinks at the Fonda Theater in 1/16/2014 ENT Hollywood tonight. He joined us to talk about it. Colin Meloy 10:11

1/17/2014 DIS Lisa Brenner talks about a key piece of emergency preparedness, the go-bag Brenner 3:35

1/17/2014 ART 20 LAUSD schools lost a day of access to the arts due to enrollment numbers Plummer 3:58

1/17/2014 DIS Residents share memories of the Northridge earthquake Kim 5:00

One of the suspects in yesterday's Colby Fire posted on Facebook that he and two friends were 1/17/2014 LAW going to hunt for mountain lions CC :13

Glendora Police Chief Tim Staab said that while the men say they started the fire unintentionally, they 1/17/2014 LAW still face punishment if they're convicted CC :11

1/17/2014 DIS LA County fire officials say (FRI) crews battling the Colby Fire made good progress overnight CC :15

1/17/2014 LAW Lawmakers say they want to clear the backlog of rape cases throughout the state Dembosky 1:09

1/17/2014 ECON The largest poultry plant in the Central Valley remains closed Daniel 1:49

1/17/2014 POLI Last night Jurupa Valley city council voted on disincorporation Cuevas :55

1/17/2014 ENV Governor Brown declared a drought emergency today CC :15

1/17/2014 SPOR Pitcher Clayton Kershaw has signed a record-setting contract with the Dodgers CC :13

1/17/2014 HEAL California flu season seeing high number of deaths so far CC :15 The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued another smoke advisory today, thanks 1/17/2014 ENV to the Colby Fire CC :17

1/17/2014 SPOR Dodgers announce signing of Clayton Kershaw to record seven year deal CC :15

1/17/2014 HEAL Several insurance companies have again extended payment deadlines for Jan. 1 coverage O'Neill :54

1/17/2014 ENV Governor Brown declares drought emergency CC :26

1/17/2014 EDU The Colby Fire has put schools are under smoke advisory Gilbertson 1:00

1/17/2014 ENV Gov. Brown declares drought emergency. LA has enough reserves for the year Kim 1:54

1/17/2014 HEAL California is experiencing a high death toll from flu this season Florido 1:00

1/17/2014 ENT SeaWorld investors happy about "BlackFish" not being nominated for Oscar Watt :58

1/17/2014 LAW Setting fires by accident can land people in prison for a long time McNary 1:27

1/17/2014 ENV Evacuation orders from the Colby Fire were lifted in parts of Azusa this afternoon CC :16

1/17/2014 ENV Firefighters are still working to surround the Colby Fire. It remains about 30-percent contained CC :12

The Edward Snowden files have exposed the depth and breadth of U.S. surveillance efforts in the wake of 9/11 domestically and abroad, at the same time casting the heretofore ultra-secretive National Security Agency into the public spotlight.Almost six months after details of the PRISM cellphone metadata collection program were leaked, President Obama today has announced steps to change several aspects of how the NSA would collect and store phone records and other Rebecca Sinderbrand, Adam 1/17/14 POLI information that would nonetheless leave the existing programs largely intact Schiff, Robert Turner 20:00

A longtime California Representative, Howard "Buck" McKeon, has announced that this will be his last term in Congress. The Republican from Santa Clarita choked back tears as he made the 1/17/14 POLI announcement in Washington yesterday. Austin Wright 5:00 Today, we mark the 20th anniversary of the Northridge Earthquake - a 6.7 magnitude quake that killed at least 57, injured more than 9,000 and rendered about 125,000 people homeless. This week, 1/17/14 HIST Los Angeles Mayor announced a plan to make LA "earthquake resilient." Lucy Jones 22:00

Larry and KPCC film critics Tim Cogshell, Henry Sheehan and Charles Solomon review this week’s Tim Cogshell, Henry 1/17/14 ENT releases, including Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, Ride Along, The Nut Job and more. TGI-Filmweek! Sheehan, Charles Solomon 32:00:00 This week, Meryl Streep made Academy Award history with an epic 18th Oscar nomination for her role in August: Osage County. The movie veteran has scooped the top prize three times, for Best Supporting Actress in Kramer vs. Kramer and Best Actress gongs for Sophie's Choice in 1982 and Jenelle Riley, Tim Cogshell, 1/17/14 ENT The Iron Lady in 2011. Henry Sheehan 15:00

President Obama's reforms to the NSA surveillance program will likely intensify the legal questions surrounding this issue. For more, we're joined by David Cole, a constitutional law professor at 1/17/2014 SEC Georgetown University. David Cole 14:34

It's Friday, which means it's time for another Friday Flashback, our weekly look at the week in news. To help us with that we're joined by LA Times columnist James Rainey, and Nancy Cook of National 1/17/2014 POLI Journal. James Rainey, Nancy Cook 15:28

On January 16, 1964 — 50 years ago today — The Whisky a Go Go opened its doors for the first time. But as the Sunset Strip changed, so has the way business is done at the venue. KPCC's Kevin 1/17/2014 ENT Ferguson reports. No 6:43

This weekend the latest reboot of Tom Clancy's Cold War spy thrillers opens in movie theaters 1/17/2014 ENT nationwide. Kenneth Branagh 9:08

Another man recalls his father, an LAPD motorcycle officer who lost his life when the 6.7 magnitude 1/17/2014 SCIE earthquake ruptured the freeway on which he was riding. No 7:29

The San Andreas fault runs hundreds of miles, from high mountains to low deserts. It passes through dozens of California's communities, and, according to scientists, a large earthquake could be 1/17/2014 HIST imminent. John Dvorak 7:04

Now Governor Jerry Brown has officially declared a drought emergency at a press conference in San 1/17/2014 ENV Francisco. Jay Famiglietti 5:57

LA Unified transferred arts teachers to different schools mid-year due to student enrollment changes. 1/17/2014 EDUC Forty schools gained access, 20 lost teachers. No 4:11

This week, the creators of the CBS sitcom "How I Met Your Mother" became the latest to apologize for their portrayals of Asians. The mea culpa came after Asian-American viewers voiced their 1/17/2014 RACE outrage on Twitter. Josie Huang 4:52

Emily Bazar of the California Healthcare Foundation Center for Health Reporting joins the show for 1/17/2014 HEAL her regular explainer of the Affordable Care Act, Ask Emily. Emily Bazar 5:01

1/18/2014 ENT SeaWorld investors happy about "BlackFish" not being nominated for Oscar Watt :58

1/18/2014 DIS Evacuation orders remain in effect for about 200 people in the Mountain Cove community of Azusa CC :17 John Rabe talks with Joseph Fink of the hit podcast "Welcome to Night Vale," about a small desert 1/18/2014 ART town that might be run by aliens of a shadow government. The show is coming to LA. John Rabe / Joseph Fink 10:13:00

On January 16, 1964 -- 50 years ago today -- the Whisky A Go Go opened its doors for the first time. Kevin Ferguson / Steve But as the Sunset Strip changed, so has the way business is done at the venue. KPCC's Kevin Hochman / Mikael Maglieri / 1/18/2014 ART Ferguson reports. Susana Hoffs 6:43:00

For 30 years, Barry McGovern has been performing "I'll Go On," a distillation of three Samuel Beckett 1/18/2014 ART novels, as a one-man show around the world. He's now brought it to LA for the first time. John Rabe / Barry McGovern 5:45:00

It's the most comprehensive Calder show in decades. Then why doesn't the whole equal the sum of its parts? Because the LACMA exhibit feels caged in by its own production values, says Marc 1/18/2014 ART Haefele. Marc Haefele 4:07:00

John Rabe talks with John Ridley about finding a new way to talk about Jimi Hendrix, and how to 1/18/2014 ART cover slavery without being preachy. John Rabe / John Ridley 10:19:00

1/19/2014 DC JPL money restored to appropriations bill Felde 1:00

1/19/2014 SPOR The San Francisco 49ers play the Seattle Seahawks today (SUN) in the NFC Championship game CC :08

1/19/2014 ENT The latest reboot of Tom Clancy's Cold War spy thrillers opened this weekend in theaters CC :23

The American Civil Liberties has filed a complaint with Homeland Security over how agents treat US 1/19/2014 IMM citizens at checkpoints in Southern Arizona Marizco :57

Researchers from the University of California say they will give the city of Los Angeles a list of 1/19/2014 DIS concrete buildings that could collapse in the event of an earthquake Peterson :51

1/19/2014 ENV Volunteers gave away 400 free fruit trees yesterday to South LA residents Florido 1:32

People living in Azusa say they're worried about how the Colby Fire will affect the value of their 1/19/2014 DIS homes CC :12

1/19/2014 ENT American Hustle won the award for outstanding cast at last night's Screen Actors Guild Awards in LA CC :16

1/19/2014 DIS The final group of residents evacuated due to the Colby Fire returned to their homes last night CC :11

A 16-year-old boy is in critical condition after a being shot by San Bernardino County Sheriff's 1/19/2014 LAW deputies last night (SAT) in Highland CC :08 Crews are still battling the Colby fire, but homeowners in the Mountain Cove development are back 1/19/2014 DIS in their homes today Peterson :45

The head of the Senate Intelligence Committee is concerned that data from government phone 1/19/2014 DC surveillance might be stored by others CC :14

1/20/2014 ENT "Ride Along" takes the weekend box office Mark :58

1/20/2014 ENV Cal Fire says it is adding additional resources to deal with dry winter CC :12

1/20/2014 POLI City Hall and the DWP's union go to court to fight over what counts as a public document Walton :47

1/20/2014 POLI Two veteran members of state Congressional delegation announce retirements Shafer 4:37

1/20/2014 ENT Henry Diltz has been taking photos for album cover art for decades Bock 4:59

1/20/2014 ENV California's drought causes fire problems Pringle :52

1/20/2014 ENT California Art Council has brought in an Oscar nominee to raise money for arts education Plummer :35

1/20/2014 ENT Film set in Watts debuts at Sundance CC :20

1/20/2014 LAW Man arrested for stabbing someone on the Metro red line CC :08

1/20/2014 Loh Life Car Talk Loh 2:31

1/20/2014 ECON Newspapers make up for lost ad revenue with sponsered content Lee 3:48

Company that makes flame retardant checicals for furniture tries to stop state regulators from 1/20/2014 ENV banning products Peterson 1:02

1/20/2014 ENV Oil company agrees to meet with South LA residents and city officials Peterson 1:03 1/20/2014 HEAL Asian-Americans are the hardest to reach when studying healthcare Huang 1:44

1/20/2014 ENV A new study finds that low-priced goods we buy from China come at the expense of our air quality Joyce :44

1/20/2014 DC Transportation Secretary coming to LA ports CC :08

1/20/2014 LAW Vigil held for teen shot by San Bernardino County Sheriff's Deputy CC :04

1/20/2014 LAW Vigil held for teen shot by San Bernardino County Sheriff's Deputy CC :05

1/20/2014 SACTO Governor Brown's emergency drought declaration allows for easing some environmental rules Sommer 1:13

1/20/2014 LAW Metro riders call for more security after stabbing CC :09

Dr. Martin Luther King spoke before 15,000 people at the LA Coliseum 50 years ago at a pivitol time 1/20/2014 HIST in civil rights history CC :08

1/20/2014 LAW A fire has destroyed at least three units in a Pasadena apartment building CC :13

LA County Supervisors meet in closed session to continue search for interim replacement to Sheriff 1/20/2014 LAW Lee Baca McNary 1:03

1/20/2014 LAW A fire has destroyed at least three units in a Pasadena apartment building CC :05

Dr. Martin Luther King spoke before 15,000 people at the LA Coliseum 50 years ago at a pivitol time 1/20/2014 LAW in civil rights history Jahad 3:31

1/20/2014 SPOR Clippers beat the Pistons CC :09

Bill in the state legislature would let workers who are owed back wages place liens on their 1/20/2014 POLI employers' property CC :12 Online bloggers are allowed the same freedom of speech and protections against defamation that traditional reporters do, a court ruling declared on Friday. The case at hand involved a blogger named Crystal Cox who wrote several posts accusing an Oregon attorney and his company, 1/20/14 LAW Obsidian Finance Group LLC, of fraud, corruption, money-laundering and other illegal activities. Eugene Volokh 16:00

Joe Hicks, Dallas Fowler, As we mark what would have been the 85th birthday of civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Rev. Mark Whitlock, Shani 1/20/14 HIST we look at the state of black leadership in Los Angeles. Byard 31:00:00

Spike Jonze’s ‘Her’ is set in future-L.A., an unspecified decades-away version of the city with a more dense skyline and a sprawling public transit system. Jonze’s version of Los Angeles isn’t particularly 1/20/14 ART dystopian or retro. Christopher Hawthorne 22:00

The impact artists, writers and other cultural workers had on the civil rights movement is a well- 1/20/14 HIST trodden topic, but what about the influence black women performers exercised on the movement? Ruth Feldstein 13:00

Have you ever spoken with someone who relies on vocal crutches to get through everyday 1/20/14 ECON conversation? Chances are, you have. Many people rely on vocal crutches without even realizing it. John K. Bates 12:00

1/21/2014 ENV EPA awards grants to fund several public health projects along the US-Mexico border Morales :45

1/21/2014 EDU New standards require students to understand math concepts Mongeau 4:42

1/21/2014 ENV Lack of snow has hit ski resorts hard CC :12

1/21/2014 OC High surf advisory in effect for Orange County beaches CC :08

SCOTUS heard oral arguments in a case about police pulling over suspected DUIs on anonymous 1/21/2014 LAW tips CC :07

LA County Supervisors meet in closed session to continue search for interim replacement to Sheriff 1/21/2014 POLI Lee Baca CC :17

1/21/2014 ART LA artist gets attention for paintings of Latino domestic workers CC :09

1/21/2014 LAW Sheriff Baca retires at the end of the month Palta 2:39 1/21/2014 ENV Weather will stay warm and dry for the rest of the month CC :10

SCOTUS heard oral arguments in a case about police pulling over suspected DUIs on anonymous 1/21/2014 LAW tips CC :08

Huntington Beach City Council considers ordinance that would ban restaurants from using Styrofoam 1/21/2014 LAW containers Joyce 1:04

Congressman Adam Schiff holds town hall meeting to weigh in on federal protections for "Rim of 1/21/2014 ENV Valley" McNary :58

1/21/2014 LAW Probation Departmetn reports that it's making progress addressing employee misconduct CC :16

1/21/2014 DC Ground broken on Crenshaw line CC :19

1/21/2014 ECON Governor Brown delivers his annual State of the State speech CC :13

1/21/2014 ECON Governor Brown delivers his annual State of the State speech CC :19

1/21/2014 POLI Gov Brown will address budget and weather in his State of the State address Orr :48

1/21/2014 POLI Neel Kashkari is running for governor of California Adler 4:05

1/21/2014 ART Pasadena considers adding "parklets" to Colorado Blvd CC :15

1/21/2014 POLI Former Santa Monica Mayor Bobby Shriver announces run for Board of Supervisors Walton 1:26

1/21/2014 ECON Eleven Alberson's locations close in SoCal Watt :47

1/21/2014 DC Ground broken on Crenshaw line Felde :59

1/21/2014 HEAL Covered California signups ease in January, but still on pace to meet or exceed agency's goals Florido 1:53 1/21/2014 LAW Use of force incidents in LA County jails increased last year Palta 1:09

1/21/2014 LAW Three men charged with setting Glendora fire set to be arraigned in federal court CC :09

1/21/2014 SCI NASA Opportunity rover will mark 10 years of exploring Mars and it's still going strong Totten 1:27

1/21/2014 HEAL Consumers who buy plans through Covered CA often left with fewer provider choices O'Neill 4:23

1/21/2014 LAW For second year, OC Superior Court struggles to find applicants to serve on Grand Jury Joyce :49

1/21/2014 ART LA artist gets attention for paintings of Latino domestic workers Huang 4:39

Business owners put up reward to help catch people who beat a woman outside a Santa Ana 1/21/2014 LAW nightclub CC :07

1/21/2014 ECON Governor Brown's budget proposes $40 million for CA park system CC :09 The Supreme Court today heard oral argument in Navarette v. California, a case which asks the question whether a police officer can pull over someone suspected for drunken or reckless driving based solely on an anonymous tip, or does a police officer need to see evidence of dangerous 1/21/14 LAW driving to justify a stop. Jeff Voll, Pam McDonald 31:00:00

A new study out of UC Irvine measuring the movement of pollution from China to the United States 1/21/14 POLI has found that Chinese emissions are more heavily affecting domestic air. Steve Davis 8:00

Consumers in some parts of the country—including California—are finding that the plans offered Stephanie O’Neill, Stephanie 1/21/14 HEAL under Obamacare give them access to fewer health care providers than their old plans. O’Neill, Dylan Roby 21:00

New reports of terrorism threats are casting a shadow over the upcoming Winter Olympics that are set to start in Sochi in just a few weeks. A video has surfaced threatening attacks on the games and sightings of the "white widow" terrorism suspect have security experts on edge. Security forces have reportedly circulated fliers to hotels around the Russian city warning that several women were Erroll Southers, Brian Michael 1/21/14 SPOR suspected of plotting to carry out terrorism attacks during the games. Jenkins 12:00 A Volkswagen plant in Tennessee plans to introduce more robust labor employee participation modeled on the company’s German structure. In Germany, labor relations include bodies called work councils that exist within businesses. The councils coordinate and negotiate with management, and 1/21/14 ECON are intended to foster the idea that employees are not adversaries, but rather valued participants. Matt Finkin, Stan Greer 12:00

The number of applications to film adult movies in Los Angeles has decreased by an estimated 95% following the passage of a law requiring actors to wear condoms in pornography. The law, which 1/21/14 LAW went into effect in 2013, has caused a flight of adult filmmakers from L.A. County to Las Vegas. Mark Kernes, Steven Hirsch 10:00 agrees. In an interview with the NFL Network yesterday, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said the league is looking into potentially eliminating the post-touchdown extra point. 1/21/14 SPOR Jay Busbee 5:00

Here in Southern California, residents are grappling with what it means to be back in an official 1/21/2014 SCIE drought and wondering why it is so hot — in January. Jeff Masters 4:57

The son of Mexican immigrants knows his subject and tries to throw a spotlight on the "invisible" men 1/21/2014 IMM and women who make many an affluent L.A. household hum. No 4:50

With the recent local tour bus crashes that have killed two and injured dozens, there are many questions surrounding how these vehicles operate and how they are regulated on the state and 1/21/2014 TRANS federal level. Ben Bergman, Karen Foshay 5:57

The California Report's Diane Bock brings us this profile of a photographer who is still behind the 1/21/2014 ART lens, nearly 50 years on. No 5:29

Signs of radioactivity are predicted to reach our shores this year from the Fukushima nuclear plant in Japan. Professor Steven Manley teaches biology at Cal State Long Beach and he's heading up this 1/21/2014 SCIE project called Kelp Watch. Steven Manley 5:10

Climate change has been hard on the areas of the ocean that house coral reefs. All over the world 1/21/2014 ENV reefs and some areas are experiencing huge die-offs. Mary Hagedorn 6:02

The San Francisco art scene is pretty huge, but in the Mission District there's one gallery that is 1/21/2014 ART decidedly smaller. So small that it can't actually host visitors. No N/A

There’s a movement afoot to bring new money into urban areas all over the country. And surprisingly 1/21/2014 ECON Phoenix, Arizona, is a part of that movement. The city has long been famous for its suburban sprawl. No 4:11

Today is the day for Tuesday Reviewsday! This week we are joined by music critic Steve Hochman Steve Hochman, Justino 1/21/2014 ENT and Justino Aguila from Billboard Latin. Aguila 11:42

1/22/2014 LAW Loosely regulated casino buses have been involved in a number of accidents this past year Bergman 4:35 1/22/2014 POLI Neel Kashkari is running for governor of California CC :10

1/22/2014 POLI Neel Kashkari is running for governor of California CC :10

1/22/2014 POLI Governor Brown delivers his annual State of the State speech CC :12

1/22/2014 POLI Neel Kashkari is running for governor of California Detrow :59

1/22/2014 EDU California Department of Education starts accepting applications for grants CC :09

1/22/2014 EDU California Department of Education starts accepting applications for grants Pringle :52

1/22/2014 POLI Gov Brown addresses drought concerns CC :09

1/22/2014 POLI Gov Brown addresses greenhouse gases CC :18

1/22/2014 LAW Investigation continues into shooting death of BART officer CC :12

1/22/2014 POLI Gubernatorial challenger questions Gov Brown's analysis of California's finances CC :13

1/22/2014 POLI Gubernatorial challenger questions Gov Brown's analysis of California's finances CC :11

1/22/2014 POLI Governor Brown delivers his annual State of the State speech CC :10

New program tries to bring greater awareness about foster parenting to LA County's Korean 1/22/2014 DIV population CC :16

1/22/2014 EDU Survey find many want restrictions on how student data is used Gilbertson 1:05

1/22/2014 LAW Federal regulators propose new child seat safety rules CC :12 1/22/2014 LAW Santa Monica embroiled in legal fight with FAA McNary :47

1/22/2014 ENV Several congressmen call for federal legislation on drought Quinton :50

1/22/2014 EDU Brown delivers State of State speech CC :14

1/22/2014 POLI Several congressmen call for federal legislation on drought CC :13

1/22/2014 POLI Brown delivers State of State speech - what he said and what he didn't Adler :44

1/22/2014 LAW Woman pleads not guilty in beating death of another woman outside a Santa Ana nightclub CC :13

1/22/2014 POLI House whip goes on the record on immigration Felde :52

1/22/2014 LAW Woman charged in beating death of another woman outside a Santa Ana nightclub Joyb 1:40

1/22/2014 EDU UC President Napolitano announced budget cuts CC :09

New program tries to bring greater awareness about foster parenting to LA County's Korean 1/22/2014 DIV population Huang 2:13

1/22/2014 ECON UC President Napolitano announced budget cuts Pringle :51

1/22/2014 ECON Netflix continues to grow Lee 1:01

1/22/2014 ENV UC Berkeley reserachers identified LA buildings that risk collapse in an earthquake Stoltze 3:55

California Governor Jerry Brown delivered his annual State of the State address this morning to a joint session of the Legislature. Brown’s speech focused on the California economy, including the Darrell Steinberg, Tim 1/22/14 POLI budget surplus, pension funds, education, and prison realignment. Donnelly, Dan Walters 16:00 Los Angeles International Airport is still without a plan to connect to public transportation after the county planning board quashed plans to build a light rail line under the airport's terminal area. Metro's planning staff recommended discarding four possible plans to connect LAX to a light rail system Zev Yaroslavsky, Brian 1/22/14 TRAN because of concerns over safety and the huge amount of money it would cost. Sumers 22:00

In recent years, there’s been a groundswell of concern about the safety of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in the food supply and efforts have popped up across the country to require mandatory labeling on GMO food products. More than half of all Americans believe that genetically modified foods are unsafe, according to a 2013 ABC News poll and advocate groups are calling for Amy Harmon, Bill Freese, 1/22/14 SCI more investigation into GMO health risks Pamela Ronald 23:00

It’s not just truck drivers who have been known to nod off behind the wheel on a long haul. If you count yourself among those who are turning up the music and rolling down the windows to keep yourself awake while driving drowsy, there may be another solution in store. Vigo, a Bluetooth earpiece with an infrared sensor that monitors blinking to detect when users are tired, is nearing its 1/22/14 TECH target goal on Kickstarter. Jason Gui, Dr. Steven Bloch 15:00

At the Republican National Committee’s winter convention, the party is taking a hard look in the mirror. Former senior aide to President George W. Bush, Ari Fleischer asks “Are we a more inclusive Shawn Steel, Ruben Barrales, 1/22/14 POLI and welcoming party yet?” Matt Rodriguez 14:00

Even the Oracle of Omaha needs a little help when it comes to predicting the winning March Madness team. Warren Buffett and Quicken Loans, the online retail mortgage lender, have teamed 1/22/14 SPOR up to offer anyone out there $1 billion to come up with the perfect Men's NCAA Tournament bracket. Jeff Bergen, Jeremy Tucker 9:00

Wednesday morning Gov. Jerry Brown delivered his annual State of the State address and noted the importance of a rainy day fund in light of a budgetary surplus, as well as the challenges of the Joe Mathews, Molly 1/22/2014 POLI drought. Peterson, Frank Stoltze 6:18:00

Gov. Jerry Brown still hasn't said whether he'll run for another term this year, but one guy who is 1/22/2014 POLI interested in the job is Republican Neel Kashkari. Neel Kashkari 6:21

Researchers at UC Berkeley Tuesday presented the city of L.A. with a list of older concrete buildings 1/22/2014 SCIE that could be at risk of collapse during a major earthquake. No 3:55

This is the first of a two-part series in which KPCC’s Ben Bergman and Karen Foshay look at the 1/22/2014 TRANS operators of tour bus companies in California and how loosely they are regulated. No 4:34

We talk to Julie Morris, a cattle rancher located in Northern California, to see how they’re being 1/22/2014 SCIE impacted by the drought. Julie Morris 3:43

You would think that music streaming services like Spotify, Pandora and iTunes Radio would provide 1/22/2014 ENT enough listening choices to sate the average consumer Joanna Stern 6:30

It's time for sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, who have covered sports for ESPN and the L.A. 1/22/2014 SPOR Times. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 8:35 That's the debris left over from malfunctioning satellites, rocket stages and even lost equipment from 1/22/2014 SCIE space walks. Brian Bremner 4:26

1/23/2014 TRAN Metro Board met to discuss rail lines to LAX Trujillo 2:01

1/23/2014 LAW Loosely regulated casino buses have been involved in a number of accidents this past year CC :13

1/23/2014 POLI Long Beach Police Chief Jim McDonnell is running for sheriff Stoltze 4:33

1/23/2014 TRAN Metro Board met to discuss rail lines to LAX CC :15

1/23/2014 LAW Smith & Wesson decides not to sell guns to California because of microstamping law Aguilar 1:04

1/23/2014 DC House Speaker makes his first Leno appearance CC :30

1/23/2014 TRAN Greyhound bus crashed in AZ CC :13

1/23/2014 LAW Pop star Justin Bieber arrested on charges of DUI, resisting arrest without violence CC :12

1/23/2014 LAW LA City Attorney plans to double Neighborhood Prosecutors Program CC :11

1/23/2014 TRAN Driver died after tire from a pickup truck smashed into his windshield CC :10

1/23/2014 OC OC Coroner says woman beaten outside of nightclub died of "complications from blunt force trauma" Joyce :38

1/23/2014 LAW New report finds discipline has improved at the LA Sheriff's Department Palta :51

1/23/2014 TRAN Ciclavia announces new dates, routes McNary :48

1/23/2014 POLI Competing polls paint different pictures of the San Diego mayoral race Dirks :48 1/23/2014 LAW Deal apears to have been reached at state capitol on statewide plastic bag ban CC :17

1/23/2014 ENV Beware of landscapers preying on people hoping to save water Milne :53

1/23/2014 POLI Long Beach Police Chief Jim McDonnell is running for sheriff Stoltze 5:28

1/23/2014 LAW Loosely regulated casino buses have been involved in a number of accidents this past year Foshay 6:34

1/23/2014 POLI Governor Brown delivers his annual State of the State speech Adler 3:26

1/23/2014 POLI Governor Brown delivers his annual State of the State speech Detrow 1:52

Leader of three California higher education systems make a pact to help transfer students get their 1/23/2014 EDU degree Tintocalis 1:29

1/23/2014 ENV Boehner joined San Joaquin Valley Republicans to introduce emergency water legislation Khokha 2:17

1/23/2014 ENV Solar parasols are designed in Tijuana and San Diego Binkowski 1:13

1/23/2014 ECON Home sales edged up in December to highest level in seven years CC :13

Anita DeFrantz knows a thing or two about the Olympics. She won the bronze medal for rowing in 1976, and fought against the Olympic Games boycott, although unsuccessfully, in 1980. For almost 30 years, she has headed the nonprofit organization LA84 Foundation, which helps create sports opportunities for young people and was created with surplus funds from the 1984 Summer Games in 1/23/14 SPOR Los Angeles Anita DeFrantz 12:00

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Thursday his country is ready to do business and honor a deal to curb its nuclear program, in a speech aimed at persuading world leaders of Tehran's 1/23/14 POLI willingness to engage the global community. Suzanne Maloney 8:00

Should non-union members still have to pay dues? The Supreme Court heard arguments this week over whether labor unions should have the power to collect dues from teachers and other public Catherine Fisk, Deborah J. La 1/23/14 LAW sector workers who choose not to join the union. Fetra 21:00 Justin Bieber is making headlines for another run in with the police. Bieber was arrested early Thursday morning in Miami Beach. According to police he was charged with drunken driving, resisting arrest and driving without a valid license after the police saw him street racing. This isn’t Bieber’s first issue with the law. Earlier this month Bieber was under investigation on allegations of 1/23/14 YOUT egging his neighbor’s home in Calabasas, CA. Dr. Carole Lieberman, M.D., 18:00 The bipartisan budget agreement signed by President Obama last month included a small, across the board cut to military pensions that is proving to be pretty unpopular. Next Tuesday, the Senate Armed Services Committee is set to consider proposals that would repeal all or part of the Lawrence Korb, Lawrence 1/23/14 LAW controversial pension cut. Korb 19:00

Scott Stossel, editor of The Atlantic magazine, is anxious. He has a long list of phobias, has been in therapy since age 10, and has attempted to treat his fears and anxieties with psychotropic 1/23/14 LIT medication, yoga, acupuncture, philosophy and booze. Scott Stossel 22:00

The data shows that San Diego, San Francisco and Los Angeles all had increases in rent prices during the month of December. And that rise isn't just confined to the state. Portland also had a 10.5 1/23/2014 ECON percent month-to-month average increase. Stuart Gabriel 4:41

Congressman Mark Takano's paper "Rent on the Rise in Riverside" notes that a third of renters out 1/23/2014 POLI there are paying more than 50 percent of their income on housing. Rep. Mark Takano 6:48

A shortage of Korean-speaking foster parents spurs a partnership between the county's Department 1/23/2014 RACE of Family and Child Services and Korean organizations. No 2:34

The stories of homicide victims might have stayed anonymous if it weren't for the Los Angeles Times and its revamped blog, The Homicide Report. The report debuted in 2007 as a way to tell unknown 1/23/2014 LAW stories of homicide victims. This week it re-launched Nicole Santa Cruz 5:19

L.A. County Sheriffs have come from within the department for the past century. Long Beach Police 1/23/2014 POLI Chief Jim McDonnell wants to change history. No 5:53

Governor Jerry Brown declared a drought here last week and made a reference to it in his State of the State speech yesterday. As Governor Brown was speaking, House Speaker John Boehner was 1/23/2014 POLI gathering with a trio of San Joaquin Valley Republicans near Bakersfield. No 2:48

Americana at Brand is the work of L.A. developer Rick Caruso, who's also responsible for The Grove 1/23/2014 ART in the Fairfax district and about 10 other projects throughout California and Nevada. Rick Caruso 6:02

New Yorker writer Hilton Als' latest book, "White Girls," a collection of essays that explores the 1/23/2014 LIT intersections of race, gender and sexuality. The book is a finalist for a National Book Critics Award. Hilton Als 9:05

t's Thursday, and that means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government 1/23/2014 POLI throughout California. Kitty Felde, Frank Stoltze 14:21

Casino buses are part of a booming business in California, but as these buses have soared in 1/23/2014 TRANS popularity, a KPCC investigation found regulation has become more lax. No 7:38

The IAVA has created what it calls the Rapid Response Referral Program to help veterans navigate post-war life. That program is already underway in New York, and starting tonight, it launches here in 1/23/2014 HEAL Los Angeles. Jason Hansman 6:40 In the Mexican state of Michoacan, armed vigilante groups have challenged a powerful drug cartel, known as the Knight Templars. Federal forces have moved in to dozens of municipalities and some 1/23/2014 SECU residents are expressing relief and concern. Verónica Calderón 5:37

The latest boom in Silicon Valley has brought with it massive traffic jams, stratospheric housing 1/23/2014 POLI costs, and resentful blowback. No 4:42

We took your suggestions for songs about the rain, hoping that they'd bring rain... and we played 1/23/2014 ENT them on the radio. No 6:19

Larry and KPCC Critics Wade Major and Tim Cogshell review this week's releases, including Gloria, 1/24/2014 ART Like Father, Like Son and more Mantle 2:47

1/24/2014 EDU Lawsuit challenging teacher protections goes to trial Vergara 3:22

1/24/2014 SPOR Kings and Ducks meet in first hockey game at Dodger Stadium CC :08

Last year, California subsidized preschool for about 135-thousand children - nearly 70 percent of 1/24/2014 EDU them in half day classes Fernandes 4:01

Outdoor hockey rink uses 20,000 gallons of water, and we're in a drought. Putting that water into 1/24/2014 ENV context Kim 1:22

1/24/2014 ART LAUSD's music repair shop sees gains after KPCC's reporting CC :06

1/24/2014 SACTO A deal's been reached at the state Capitol for a statewide ban on plastic bags Adler :55

Southern California Edison has agreed to pay fines and upgrade its system following a power outage 1/24/2014 ENER two years ago Macias 1:04

Two men from LA have been arrested for stealing nude photos from hundreds of hacked email 1/24/2014 LAW accounts, and putting them online CC :05

Twenty-four of the world's best surfers compete today (FRI) at Mavericks, the big-wave surfing 1/24/2014 SPOR competition in Half Moon Bay Samuel :46

Democratic Congressman Juan Vargas says he'll return any money his campaign may have 1/24/2014 POLI received from a Mexican businessman at the center of a federal campaign finance probe ?? 1:00

California wants federal judges to grant a two-year extension on shedding more than five thousand 1/24/2014 LAW inmates from its prison system Detrow 1:28 Parents will have an easier time buying dental insurance for their kids under the Covered California 1/24/2014 HEAL online health exchange Dembosky 1:06

State officials say drought resistant landscaping is a new angle for unlicensed contractors to swindle 1/24/2014 LAW homeowners CC :08

State officials say drought resistant landscaping is a new angle for unlicensed contractors to swindle 1/24/2014 LAW homeowners CC :17

1/24/2014 EDU LAUSD officials have sent crisis counselors to Yorkdale Elementary School in Highland Park CC :13

1/24/2014 HEAL The state reports flu deaths this season will far surpass last year's total Florido :53

1/24/2014 ART Angelenos can enjoy free admission to 20 museums tomorrow (SAT) CC :16

Santa Ana police this morning (FRI) arrested a second woman in connection with the beating death 1/24/2014 LAW of Kim Pham (FAM) CC :10

1/24/2014 ECON CA's economy failed to add a lot of jobs in December, but unemployment rate still fell Watt :51

Five family members were injured today (FRI) as they crossed the street near an elementary school 1/24/2014 LAW in Highland Park CC :10

Fair Political action committee agreed to pay fines of more than $15 million - amount spent on ballot 1/24/2014 POLI initiatives leading up to 2012 election CC :09

The Gmail system suffered a strange glitch that sent thousands of spam email to the Hotmail 1/24/2014 TECH account of a banker from Fresno ?? 2:35

1/24/2014 POLI Two former opponents of statewide plastic bag ban say they'll support new effort Nary 1:32

1/24/2014 IMM A new program offers bilingual instruction to arrivals from Asia Huang 1:44

1/24/2014 SPOR Beginning today (FRI) items from Hollywood Park are being sold at auction CC :11

1/24/2014 ECON Coalition of groups concerned about business practices of Herbalife meet in LA Watt :57 A groundbreaking lawsuit that seeks to undo teacher job protections is scheduled to kick off Monday in Los Angeles Superior Court. The lawsuit was filed two years ago on behalf of a then-student Eric Heins, Larry Sand, Ben 1/24/14 EDU Beatriz Vergara and eight other public school students. Austin 15:00

It's no secret that the United States could do a better job of educating our children. The US routinely comes in well below other world leaders when it comes to ranking our kids abilities in reading, Christopher Weller, David 1/24/14 EDU science and math. Lubinski 17:00

The world of film has the Golden Globes and the Oscars, but Sunday night musicians get their time to shine. The 56th Grammy Awards offers a smorgasbord of sound with rap and hip-hop featuring Lorraine Ali, Simon Vozick- 1/24/14 ENT prominently. Levinson 15:00

Larry and KPCC film critics Wade Major and Tim Cogshell review this week’s releases, including 1/24/14 ENT Gloria, If You Build It, Run & Jump and more. Tim Cogshell, Claudia Puig 33:00:00

The Academy is acknowledging Steve Coogan’s serious side. The comedian’s film Philomena, in which he stars alongside Dame Judi Dench, has received four Oscar nods, including nominations for 1/24/14 ENT Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay. Steve Coogan 16:00

Yesterday, the Metro Transit Authority decided to shelve plans for a metro line into LAX. However, they're reviewing other options to help connect rail lines to LAX. For more we're joined by MTA CEO 1/24/2014 TRANS Art Leahy. Art Leahy 5:22

Air quality here in Los Angeles has been nasty the last week or so because of the Colby fire in 1/24/2014 ENV Glendora. But overall, air pollution in California cities is down some 20 percent from a decade ago. Tony Barboza 4:25

The rural community of Brooktrails Township in Northern California depends on regular rainfall to fill 1/24/2014 ENV its reservoirs. Right now, 80 percent of the water supply has been used up with no relief in sight. Denise Rose 4:29

It's Friday! And that means it's time for another Friday Flashback, our look a the week in news. To help us with that we're joined this week by columnist James Rainey of the Los Angeles Times and 1/24/2014 POLI Nancy Cook of National Journal. James Rainey, Nancy Cook 15:42

Trying to create social change with music is a tradition; think Bob Dylan, Gil Scott Heron or WAR. Now singer/songwriter David Broza is taking a stab at a long simmering conflict and trying to bring 1/24/2014 ENT together Israelis and Palestinians. David Broza 11:18 Across the country the legal landscape for same-sex marriage is changing, and fast. In the Southwest in recent weeks, courts in New Mexico and Utah have delivered victories to gay marriage proponents. Now in neighboring Arizona, some gay and lesbian couples are challenging their state’s 1/24/2014 LGB definition of marriage. No 4:38

Prior to last summer's decision by the Supreme Court about DOMA and California's Prop 8, 1/24/2014 LGB movement to legalize gay marriage was very slow. And that was on purpose. Douglas NeJaime 5:32

Parents have to perform logistical acrobatics to make the three-hour daily sessions work. And 1/24/2014 EDUC researchers say full day programs are just better. No 4:21 Friday night, a dozen pairs of Google Glass will be worn during the Sacramento Kings game to bring new angles for fans to see the game, including the team mascot, Slamson the lion. Jim Kovach is the vice president of business development for CrowdOptic and joined us to talk about integrating 1/24/2014 TECH Google Glass into sports games. Jim Kovach 7:47

Every year, the surf world waits with rapt anticipation to see if conditions will be just right to deliver 1/24/2014 SPOR that perfect swell for the Mavericks Invitational big wave surfing competition. Jeff Clark 1:34 This month marks the 150th anniversary of what Navajo and Mescalero Apache people call The 1/24/2014 HIST Long Walk, similar to the forced march known as the Trail Of Tears. No 4:25 The Hot 8 Brass Band is in town for Sunday's Grammy Awards, but they're playing a set tonight at The Mint in mid-city Los Angeles. The group's Grammy-nominated album, "The Life and Times of…The Hot 8 Brass Band", captures the energy and diverse sounds of the band's native New Bennie Pete, Alvarez "Big Al" 1/24/2014 ENT Orleans. Huntley 10:26

1/25/2014 TRANS One of the world's largest steam locomotives hits the open rails for first time in five decades CC :14

Santa Ana police continue to investigate the beating death of a 23-year old woman outside a night 1/25/2014 LAW club last weekend in Santa Ana CC :07

The LA Kings take on the Anaheim Ducks tonight (SAT) in their first outdoor hockey game at Dodger 1/25/2014 SPOR Stadium CC :11

The LA Kings take on the Anaheim Ducks tonight (SAT) in their first outdoor hockey game at Dodger 1/25/2014 SPOR Stadium CC :07

Singer Courtney Love was exonerated by a jury yesterday (FRI) in a defamation lawsuit involving a 1/25/2014 LAW post on the social media Twitter CC :09

A vigil was held last night (FRI) in Santa Ana for a woman who was beaten to death a week ago 1/25/2014 LAW outside a night club CC :06

1/25/2014 ENV Big swells are hitting the California coast this weekend and surfers are out en masse Palta 1:13

Kevin Ferguson talks with Carl Baldwin, co-founder of China Town's new velvet painting gallery 1/25/2014 ART "Velveteria." They've got velvet painting portraits of everyone from Elvis to Vin Scully. Kevin Ferguson / Carl Baldwin 8:31:00 John Rabe talks with Helene Elliott, who covers hockey for the LA Times. On Saturday (1/25), thousands of fans are set to come to Dodger Stadium, where they're converting the infield into an ice rink. For Elliott, it's no surprise that outdoor hockey events are such a success -- it's about being 1/25/2014 SPOR outdoors, nostalgia and the thrill of a live hockey game. John Rabe / Helene Elliott 6:05:00 John Rabe talks with LA Observed blogger Kevin Roderick and Frank McDonough of the LA Arboretum about palm trees in LA. Palms are surprisingly perfect for Los Angeles. Most of them are immigrants, McDonough says, that came with the mission padres and the botanists who arrived with John Rabe / Kevin Roderick / 1/25/2014 ENV the orange boom, and they're photogenic. Frank McDonough 10:19:00

Robert Garrova talks with Lisa Gonzalez of the LA Natural History Museum about ant-decapitating flies. They were found in Glendale thanks to the NHM's 'BioSCAN' project which seeks to employ Robert Garrova / Lisa 1/25/2014 ENV citizen scientists to explore biodiversity in LA. Gonzalez 2:54:00

Steve Soboroff collects historic typewriters and has machines that were previously owned by Ernest 1/25/2014 LIT Hemingway, John Lennon, Joe DiMaggio, and others. John Rabe / Steve Soboroff 7:56:00

Off-Ramp host John Rabe talks with Love about a cheap, simple solution for barotrauma, which 1/25/2014 SCI affects rockfish — like snapper — caught by sport anglers. John Rabe / Milton Love 6:51:00 1/26/2014 ENT The Grammy Awards take place tonight (SUN) CC :09

1/26/2014 ENT The Grammy Awards take place tonight (SUN) CC :14

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection is asking people to clear defensible space 1/26/2014 ENV around their homes months before they normally would during one of the driest winters on record CC :10

1/26/2014 SACTO Fire agencies are asking the public to help prevent more wildfires in California Orr :45

1/26/2014 HEAL The drought in California could increase the risk of illness Bartolone :51

California health advocates warn the state's worst drought in decades could create more health 1/26/2014 HEAL challenges CC :11

The latest album from LA-based band La Santa Cecilia is up for Best Latin Rock Album at tonight's 1/26/2014 ENT (SUN) Grammy Awards CC :13

The latest album from LA-based band La Santa Cecilia is up for Best Latin Rock Album at tonight's 1/26/2014 ENT (SUN) Grammy Awards CC :19

What is going to happen to the ice that went into making the hockey rink in Dodger Stadium? 1/26/2014 ENV Perhaps souvenirs and lawn watering Kim 1:02

1/26/2014 TRAV LAX had it's busiest year ever for foreign travel in 2013 Palta :50

Neel Kashkari, a former treasury department official, announced last week he's running for governor 1/26/2014 POLI of California CC :09

1/26/2014 SPOR The Anaheim Ducks beat the LA Kings 3-0 last night (SAT) CC :12

Nine students are suing the state of California in a trial that starts tomorrow (MON) in LA Superior 1/26/2014 LAW Court CC :09

Nine students are suing the state of California in a trial that starts tomorrow (MON) in LA Superior 1/26/2014 LAW Court CC :12

1/26/2014 SPOR The Anaheim Ducks won last night's outdoor hockey game beating the LA Kings 3-0 Thomas 3:06 1/27/2014 ENT Universal claims the top two spots at the box office Thomas :44

1/27/2014 LAW Family of woman killed on Venice boardwalk filed a wrongful death claim against the city of LA CC :18

1/27/2014 ECON Car Talk Loh 2:29

1/27/2014 DC President likely to push immigration reform in SOTU Felde :58

1/27/2014 ENV Rain is finally in the forecast for SoCal Orr :45

What is going to happen to the ice that went into making the hockey rink in Dodger Stadium? 1/27/2014 ENV Perhaps souveniers and lawn watering Kim 1:02

1/27/2014 LAW Martins Beach is the subject of a legal battle Standen 5:04

1/27/2014 ECON Nail art is big business Esch 3:22

1/27/2014 POLI El Salvador's election takes place Sunday Berestein Rojas 1:18

1/27/2014 LAW CA Supreme Court to rule in Stephen Glass case CC :14

1/27/2014 HIST International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust CC :19

1/27/2014 LAW CA Supreme Court to rule in Stephen Glass case Thomas :35

Pasadena City Council will hear a proposed ordinance on first reading that would require all pit bulls 1/27/2014 LAW and pit bull mixes to be spayed/neutered Aguilar 1:00

1/27/2014 ECON Gas prices are dropping CC :08

1/27/2014 ENV UC Berkeley releases addresses of 1500 buildings at risk of collapse in a big earthquake Palta 1:35 1/27/2014 ENT Pharell and Daft Punk took home four Grammys CC :10

1/27/2014 POLI Southland cities post financial data for public to review Walton 2:35

1/27/2014 SPOR Lakers take on the Pacers after losing four in a row CC :15

1/27/2014 ENT Macklemore and Ryan Lewis won four Grammys CC :09

1/27/2014 SPOR Lakers lost to the Knicks

1/27/2014 ENT Jay Z was nominated for 9 Grammys, won 2 CC :05

1/27/2014 ENT 56th Grammy Awards Roe 3:28

1/27/2014 ENV Rain forecast for LA CC :05

1/27/2014 LAW CA Supreme Court rules disgraced journalist Stephen Glass can't practice law in state CC :11

1/27/2014 FOR Syria peace talks broke off today CC :13

1/27/2014 EDU Trial challenging state teacher protections act Guzman :55

1/27/2014 LAW Family of woman killed on Venice boardwalk filed a wrongful death claim against the city of LA CC :07

1/27/2014 LAW Woman hit by SUV outside Highland Park elementary school has died CC :10

NRDC filed lawsuit against Navy and Fisheries Service over permit to increase sonar usage, which 1/27/2014 ENV may harm marine mammals Kim 1:22

1/27/2014 ENV High surf has kept LA lifeguards busy CC :17 1/27/2014 POLI State Assembly passes bill that intends to keep bonfires on state beaches Joyce 1:17

Bill would prohibit people from claiming privileged backgrounds made them unable to distinguish right 1/27/2014 POLI and wrong Pringle :45

Bill would prohibit people from claiming privileged backgrounds made them unable to distinguish right 1/27/2014 LAW and wrong CC :11

1/27/2014 ENV Americans will consume 100 million pounds of avocados this year Watt 1:36

1/27/2014 POLI State Assembly passes bill that intends to keep bonfires on state beaches CC :07

1/27/2014 EDU Trial challenging state teacher protections act CC :19

1/27/2014 EDU Trial challenging state teacher protections act CC :17 American adults ages 18 to 59 have surpassed children and the elderly to become the largest group of food stamp recipients for the first time in history. Higher unemployment, stagnant wages and a loosening of eligibility requirements have driven more working-age adults into the program, officially Kerry Birnbach, Michael 1/27/14 ECON known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. Tanner, Tarini Parti 20:00

It turns out that love actually couldn’t keep them together and after nearly 40 years of marriage the 1/27/14 ENT 70s music duo known as ‘Captain and Tennille’ are getting a divorce. Pepper Schwartz 20:00

The U.S. routinely comes in well below other world leaders when it comes to ranking kids' abilities in Debbie Dillard, Pam Lovett, 1/27/14 EDU reading, science and math. Linda Tenno 19:00

Former journalist Stephen Glass has lost an appeal before the California Supreme Court to practice 1/27/14 LAW law in California Scott Wiltermuth 13:00

The Los Angeles Times has obtained a copy of a list compiled by researchers at the University of California of nearly 1,500 older concrete buildings across the City of Los Angeles vulnerable to Mary Comerio, Thalia 1/27/14 ENV collapse in the event of a major earthquake. Anagnos 13:00

Human resources is expensive. The process of hiring new employees, or replacing old ones, is Guy Halfteck, John Boudreau, 1/27/14 TECH costly and frequently inefficient. Ph.D. 13:00

The farm bill could finally get its day in Congress this week. After two years of partisan wrangling, a 1/27/2014 LAW bill is expected to be unveiled today and the House could vote as early as Wednesday. Michael Doyel 5:35

Flu season has finally arrived in California, and it's proving to be a bad one. To date, nearly 100 residents of the state have died from the flu, and officials expect to confirm an additional 51 cases of 1/27/2014 HEAL flu death this week. Compare that with just nine deaths at this same time last year. Mark Morocco 5:27 Hollywood Producer Cassian Elwes recently decided he wanted to give back by mentoring an unrepresented writer. Elwes chose Matthew Hickman — a UPS clerk who moved out here from 1/27/2014 ENT Georgia. Matthew Hickman 5:50

Shirley Halperin from The Hollywood Reporter and regular Tuesday Reviewsday contributor joins the 1/27/2014 ENT show with a look at the highs and lows of last night's Grammys. Shirley Halperin 8:33

It's been ten years since the gleaming, swooping silhouette of the Walt Disney Hall became part of the LA skyline and it's kicking off its birthday celebrations this Sunday with a free concert just down 1/27/2014 ENT the hill in Grand Park. Marisol Hernandez 11:08

It's official, "Frozen" is Disney's second highest grossing animated film ever. It passed "The Lion 1/27/2014 ENT King" with a gross of $810 million in the global box office. Rebecca Keegan 9:04

It's the period-specific details that can lend credibility to a film, and to fill those needs Hollywood goes to Jim Elyea. He's the owner of a vintage prop house and the latest subject of our series, Hollywood 1/27/2014 ENT Jobs. Jim Elyea 5:52

Earlier this month, a 23-year-old Kim Pham was brutally beaten outside a nightclub in Santa Ana. She died from her injuries last Tuesday. Trying to piece together what exactly happened has proven 1/27/2014 LAW to be quite a challenge to authorities. Anh Do 6:05

Thirty miles south of San Francisco, Martins Beach was once a hidden gem, known to just a handful 1/27/2014 LAW of surfers and folks who rented cottages along the shore. Those days are over. No 5:24

Municipalities are making it easier for the average citizen to find out how their tax dollars are being 1/27/2014 TECH spent thanks to a move toward digital democracy. No 2:51

The 2014 Winter Olympics kick off in Sochi next week. Viewers across the country will be tuning into 1/27/2014 SPOR watch luging, snowboarding and curling. But will they be watching figure skating? Maybe not. Shawn McBride 4:30

Last summer, about 1,500 older concrete buildings in Los Angeles were identified by a team at UC Berkeley as being vulnerable during the next quake. The exact list of the buildings was released 1/27/2014 SCIE recently, showing a mix of commercial, industrial and residential buildings. Mitch Englander 5:29

Just this morning, the California Supreme Court declined to allow former journalist Stephen Glass to practice law in the state. The decision reverses the State Bar Court's majority recommendation, 1/27/2014 LAW which had sided in Glass' favor. Stanley Goldman 7:19

In the world of secrets, there are those who keep them and those who find them out. Neither is an 1/27/2014 LIT ideal position to be in, as author Jane Isay learned first-hand. Jane Isay 7:46

1/28/2014 LAW Second woman arraigned in beating death of a woman outside a Santa Ana nightclub Joyce :57

A ride of high-pressure air is preventing wet weather from coming to CA and it looks like that trend 1/28/2014 SCI will continue Totten 1:33

1/28/2014 EDU CA students are not reading well Orr :57 1/28/2014 EDU CA students are not reading well CC :17

1/28/2014 SPOR Two LA sports bars face off on Super Bowl Sunday Bergman 3:28

1/28/2014 POLI Mayor Garcetti plans to put info about city operations online, promising transparency Margolis 4:51

1/28/2014 ECON Closely watched bill would cut food stamps Khokha 1:03

1/28/2014 ENT Pete Seeger died last night CC :23

1/28/2014 ENT Pete Seeger died last night CC :08

1/28/2014 HEAL Report aims to help those shopping for a health care plan CC :08

1/28/2014 LAW LAPD officers being trained to used new combat-style trauma kits CC :10

1/28/2014 LAW LAPD officers being trained to used new combat-style trauma kits CC :16

1/28/2014 MIL US grounded border drones after one crashed Marizco :36

1/28/2014 POLI President expected to announce action with Congress in SOTU CC :14

1/28/2014 LAW Second woman arraigned in beating death of a woman outside a Santa Ana nightclub CC :09

1/28/2014 POLI State Sen Roderick Wright is convicted of living outside his district Walton :41

Board members set to vote on whether to expel 11 students accused of hacking into computers to 1/28/2014 EDU change their grades CC :16

1/28/2014 ENV Nut growers feel the effect of the drought CC :19 1/28/2014 LAW State Sen Roderick Wright is convicted of living outside his district CC :18

1/28/2014 IMM The Anaheim City Council votes on whether to call for a stop to donations CC :12

1/28/2014 ECON New online tool for Californians to claim lost money and property CC :11

1/28/2014 ECON Compromise on federal farm bill protects CA's egg law Quinton :48

1/28/2014 OBIT LA's first film czar Tom Sherak dies of complications from prostate cancer CC :09

1/28/2014 ECON Ballot initiative would create new minimum wage hike Berestein Rojas 1:36

1/28/2014 LAW State Sen Roderick Wright is convicted of living outside his district Orr :45

1/28/2014 OBIT LA's first film czar Tom Sherak dies of complications from prostate cancer CC :19

1/28/2014 EDU Supt Deasy testifies about the school district's ability to get rid of teachers Guzman :52

1/28/2014 LAW LA County supervisors appoint Orange County undersheiff John Scott as interim LA County sheriff CC :16

1/28/2014 LAW LA County supervisors appoint Orange County undersheiff John Scott as interim LA County sheriff CC :10

1/28/2014 LAW LA County supervisors appoint Orange County undersheiff John Scott as interim LA County sheriff CC :13

During tonight's State of the Union address, President Barack Obama will announce an executive order to raise the minimum wage to $10.10 an hour for federally contracted workers, according to a Ross Eisenbrey, Diana 1/28/14 LAB White House statement. Furchtgott-Roth 20:00

There are signs that the gap between the rich and poor in America has been widening for decades Jon Fleischman, Kathay 1/28/14 LAB and there is no consensus in Washington over what, if anything, to do about it. Feng, Joe Garofoli 20:00

1/28/14 LGB The City of West Hollywood is reconsidering whether City Hall should fly the rainbow flag. John Duran, Tom Demille 21:00 Scientists working with the Department of Defense say they are closer to DNA analysis that takes 1/28/14 MIL just 90 minutes instead of two to three weeks, as first reported by USA Today. Chris Asplen 11:00

New legislation in California may outlaw criminal defence based on economic privilege. The bill, 1/28/14 SAC proposed by California Assemblyman Mike Gatto, is inspired by a drunk driving case in Texas. Mike Gatto, Darren Kavinoky 16:00

Time Warner Cable launched the site for their exclusive Dodgers network. The channel’s television Courtney M. Brunious, 1/28/14 SPOR debut is set for February 25th, just before the Dodgers begin their spring training games. Michael Grebb 9:00

One of the many topics President Obama is likely to address tonight in his State of the Union address is income inequality. The timing is certainly right. Some economists believe the income gap 1/28/2014 POLI is as high as it was at the start of the Great Depression. Manuel Pastor 6:58

In his last State of the Union, the President made a call to action, telling Congress to pass an immigration bill saying "Let's get it done." There was some real progress, the Senate even passed a 1/28/2014 POLI bill before immigration reform stalled out in the House. Seung Min Kim 7:57

From October 15 through the end of 2013 there were three suicide bombings targeting transportation 1/28/2014 SECU in Volgograd, 600 miles north of Sochi. Rep. Adam Schiff 5:05

The 2014 Games in Sochi, Russia are little more than a week away and with them comes another 1/28/2014 SECU potential source of pressure - the possibility of terrorism. John Callaghan 4:46

Since taking office last July, Mayor Eric Garcetti has promised transparency in government. One of the ways he's hoping to affect change is by posting information about the city's operations online to 1/28/2014 TECH make information available to the public anytime, anywhere. No 5:21

A new report found that the NSA and its British counterpart have spent years collecting information 1/28/2014 SECU from apps like Angry Birds. Jeff Larson 6:02

It's Tuesday - which means that it's time for Tuesday Reviewsday, our weekly new music segment. 1/28/2014 ENT This week we're joined by music supervisor Morgan Rhodes. Morgan Rhodes 7:56

When President Obama gives his State of the Union Speech tonight, advocates for early childhood education will be paying close attention. For years, they've been working to get Universal Preschool 1/28/2014 EDUC on the national agenda. Deepa Fernandes 5:43

Young South L.A. resident, Skylar Endsley Myers, takes us on a tour of her neighborhood, where big- 1/28/2014 ART city grit and good food give her a sense of home. No 4:07

Manicures and pedicures are big business in California. Nail services across the country represent a booming $8 billion dollar industry that hit a record high last year. You can thank gels and intricate nail 1/28/2014 ART designs for that. No 3:45

The five-year, trillion-dollar federal farm bill could head for a vote in the House as early as tomorrow. After two years of political wrangling over food stamps and crop subsidies, politicians are hopeful the 1/28/2014 LAW current iteration of the bill will pass. Michael Doyle 10:36

The California drought may have a silver, or rather gold, lining of sorts. The dry conditions have lowered river beds and uncovered possible new gold deposits. That's why modern-day prospectors 1/28/2014 SCIE are heading to the hills. Kevin Hoagland 5:06 The Seattle Seahawks and the Denver Broncos will be facing off in New Jersey in Super Bowl XLVIII 1/28/2014 SPOR this weekend. Here in Los Angeles there will also be a contest, of two rival sports bars. No 3:41

As we approach Super Bowl Sunday, those still looking for tickets to the big game and willing to pay 1/28/2014 SPOR a hefty price call second-tier sellers like Ety Ryback and Jason Zinna. Ira Boudway 5:42

1/29/2014 HEAL Union starts gathering signatures for hospital pricing ballot measure Florido :56

1/29/2014 ENT One of the Oscar nominees for Best Original Song has been pulled from the running CC :20

1/29/2014 POLI Statue in Glendale sparks controversy CC :13

1/29/2014 POLI Majority of Californians approve of Gov Brown Pringle :54

1/29/2014 DC Fallout from Democratic defection on citizenship Felde 1:18

1/29/2014 POLI Majority of Californians approve of Gov Brown CC :08

1/29/2014 LAW Authorities removed hundreds of snakes, mice and rats from a home in Santa Ana CC :13

1/29/2014 OBIT LA's first film czar Tom Sherak dies of complications from prostate cancer Watt 1:34

1/29/2014 ECON Head of LA DWP is stepping down Peterson 4:11

1/29/2014 EDU More than 200 of 1500 structures name as unsound were schools McNary 3:18

1/29/2014 DIV Program caters to Asian taste buds Huang 1:42

1/29/2014 IMM Anaheim City Council turned down a proposal to stop deportations CC :07

1/29/2014 ENV Grape growers brace for the worst Miller 1:22 1/29/2014 ECON Head of LA DWP is stepping down CC :14

1/29/2014 POLI Farm Bill has spared California's egg law CC :10

1/29/2014 YOUT Nonprofit launches initiative to support programs for at-risk youth Pringle :41

1/29/2014 YOUT Nonprofit launches initiative to support programs for at-risk youth CC :08

1/29/2014 SPOR Lakers lost again CC :18

1/29/2014 LAW LA County supervisors appoint Orange County undersheiff John Scott as interim LA County sheriff Palta 3:02

1/29/2014 SPOR Lakers lost again, now in last place Martinez 1:47

1/29/2014 LAW LA County supervisors appoint Orange County undersheiff John Scott as interim LA County sheriff CC :11

1/29/2014 TRAV LAX arrivals have been cancelled or diverted due to heavy fog CC :05

1/29/2014 ECON Mayor Garcetti wants to increase minimum wage across the board CC :12

1/29/2014 SEC Syrian militant group tied to al Qaida aspires to attack the US CC :09

1/29/2014 ENV Temperatures will be dropping, rain is a possibility CC :11

1/29/2014 HEAL Testosterone therapy linked to heart attacks in men under 65 O'Neill 1:24

1/29/2014 LAW Police rescue man froma dog attack in Pasadena CC :17

1/29/2014 ECON Teacher's Retirement System has unfunded liability of more than 80-billion dollars CC :12 1/29/2014 ENV Hydroponic farming may be the future in California CC :05

1/29/2014 ENV Hydroponic farming may be the future in California CC :16

1/29/2014 LAW One of the men accused of starting the Colby Fire is being held in a drug treatment facility Jahad :58

1/29/2014 ENV A preview of tomorrow's snow pack measurement Kim 1:07

Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) had a fairly low bar to reach in selling a Republican response to President Obama's State of the Union address. Last year, Rep. Marco Rubio's (R-FL) performance - including an awkward lunge and swig from a tiny bottle of Poland Morty Shallman, Jonathon 1/29/14 POLI Springs - had Republicans and Democrats alike cringing in shame and schadenfreude. Wilcox 13:00

Governor Jerry Brown’s recent budget proposal includes a prohibition of overtime hours for home health-care workers, who are paid from state funds. Many of the workers (some of whom are family members of the sick or elderly) log 60-plus hours a week. The new wrinkle is a federal regulation set to take effect next January that would require those workers to be compensated at higher wages for Laphonza Butler, Michael 1/29/14 LAW overtime hours. Weston 25:00:00

The United States may have freedom of religion enshrined into our Constitution but a new report from the Pew Research Center shows that we may not be doing the best job of protecting those freedoms. According to the Pew Research Center's Religion and Public Life Project, the United States places a 1/29/14 RELI "moderate" level of restrictions on religious practice compared to the other countries in the world. Brian Grim 19:00

Football players at Northwestern University and other Division I schools have taken first steps towards unionization. For the first time, college players are asking to be represented by a labor union Ramogi Huma, president of the National College Players Association, filed a petition on behalf of the players to be formally recognized as a new union, the College Athletes Players Association, or 1/29/14 SPOR CAPA. Ramogi Huma, Zev Eigan 15:00 Talented teenage girls are being offered hefty scholarships with exclusive college sports programs - often before they ever step foot into a high school. College recruiters are increasingly going after the very youngest female athletes as competition among universities for the most talented players heats Matt Sonnichsen, Brentt 1/29/14 SPOR up. Eads, Kristine Love 14:00

Silicon Valley angel investor Ron Conway has put up $4 million for tech heads and inventors to come 1/29/14 TECH up with the best technology that could keep firearms from falling into the wrong hands. Daniel Terdiman 11:00

Ron Nichols has been General Manager of the LADWP for three years. He got the agency to embrace renewable energy, but Nichols also was linked to controversy. KPCC's Molly Peterson 1/29/2014 ENV spoke with Nichols this week and brings us this interview with him. No 4:29 LA Mayor Eric Garcetti joins the show to talk about the President's State of the Union address, the 1/29/2014 POLI latest in politics and the passing of a man he appointed to be LA's film czar. Eric Garcetti 9:46

Following the President’s State of the Union, we’re joined by Todd Zwillich, Washington 1/29/2014 POLI correspondent for PRI's "The Takeaway" to break down what was said. Seth Ronquillo, Ilse Escoba 11:47

Retired dentist Tony Abdalla is the crossing guard at Arroyo Vista Elementary School in South 1/29/2014 EDUC Pasadena. He seems to know every kid and parent by name. No 2:33

It's Super Bowl week, college Joes want to become pros and the commissioner is done after a three- 1/29/2014 SPOR decade run. That means it's time for sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 9:13

Today, the film industry is mourning the loss of one their own. L.A.'s film czar, Tom Sherak, passed 1/29/2014 ART away yesterday after a long bout with prostate cancer. He was 68 years old. Tom Rothman 6:15

There were many people paying close attention to what the President said in his State of the Union 1/29/2014 POLI address last night. Among them were advocates for early childhood education. Alex Morales 5:33

LA County Sheriff Lee Baca retires Thursday after 15 years as the head of one of the country's largest law enforcement agencies. County Supervisors have chosen OC undersheriff John Scott as 1/29/2014 POLI interim sheriff. Rina Palta 3:45

When federal courts get involved with local police departments, the price tag can soar. In Arizona's Maricopa County, an outside monitor is now in place to ensure that Sheriff Joe Arpaio and his 1/29/2014 RACE deputies comply with a court order to prevent racial profiling against Latinos. No 4:28

Nintendo recently revealed that their profits fell 30 percent in the first nine months of the fiscal year. This drop is largely attributed to slow sales of Nintendo's newest game console, the Wii U as well as 1/29/2014 TECH their handheld the 3DS. Dan Hsu 5:13

A research team at Texas A&M University at Corpus Christi was one of six teams selected by the 1/29/2014 SECU Federal Aviation Administration to begin testing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles or Drones. No 4:41

1/29/2014 ENV Vineyard owners say the last time Napa Valley saw conditions this bad was in 1976. Domenick Bianco 4:28

The LA school district is comparing a list created by UC Berkeley researchers with its own list of 1/29/2014 EDUC structures that await seismic upgrades. No 3:40

Sunday's Super Bowl will feature teams representing Colorado and Washington, the only two states to legalize recreational marijuana. Needless to say there will be quite a bit of celebrating happening in 1/29/2014 SPOR both states. Ricardo Baca 5:10

1/30/2014 ECON Head of LA DWP is stepping down Peterson 3:57

1/30/2014 YOUT American Association of Pediatrics takes on gun control Fernandes 2:25 1/30/2014 EDU Time to get serious about paying down debt accrued by Teachers' Retirement System Orr 1:15

1/30/2014 DC Speaker Boehner presents members with his immigration "principles" CC :16

1/30/2014 POLI Rep. Henry Waxman has decided to retire CC :13

1/30/2014 POLI Rep. Henry Waxman has decided to retire CC :11

1/30/2014 POLI Rep. Henry Waxman has decided to retire CC :16

1/30/2014 ENV Gov Brown met with water managers across SoCal CC :15

1/30/2014 POLI Gov Brown met with water managers across SoCal Peterson 1:17

1/30/2014 LAW Rod Wright found guilty of voter fraud and perjury CC :17

1/30/2014 LAW TSA administrator says arming TSA officers is not an option Aguilar 1:03

1/30/2014 LAW John Scott sworn in as interim LA County Sheriff CC :10

1/30/2014 LAW Third woman identified in beating death of Santa Ana woman Joyce 1:24

1/30/2014 MEDI New magazine comes to newstands Bergman 1:09

1/30/2014 POLI Anaheim City Manager Marci Edwards nominated to be next GM of DWP CC :08

1/30/2014 LAW TSA administrator says arming TSA officers is not an option CC :11

1/30/2014 POLI Anaheim City Manager Marci Edwards nominated to be next GM of DWP Peterson 1:01 1/30/2014 EDU More than 200 of 1500 structures name as unsound were schools McNary 1:54

1/30/2014 POLI The race is on for Rep. Henry Waxman's seat Walton 1:14

1/30/2014 POLI Rep. Henry Waxman has decided to retire Stoltze 5:11

1/30/2014 ENV Snowpack in Sierras at 12 percent of normal CC :13

1/30/2014 POLI Gov Brown met with water managers across SoCal CC :13

Rep. Loretta Sanchez, Rep. Rep. Waxman, 74, has spent four decades on Capitol Hill and his departure will leave a huge void in Karen Bass, Bil Rosendahl, 1/30/14 POLI California's political power. Zev Yaroslavsky 39:00:00

In his new memoir “Duty”, Robert Gates, former secretary of defense under Presidents George W. 1/30/14 POLI Bush and Barack Obama, remembers his tenure in office at war in Iraq and Afghanistan. Robert Gates 24:00:00

The future of fast food may be coffee. According to reports from researcher IBISWorld Inc., coffee 1/30/14 ECON and snack sales are on track to outpace fast food sales in 2014 and 2015. Sam Oches, Sasha Strauss 12:00

The last few years have been tough for Lakers fans and things have just gotten worse with the storied franchise dropping to close to the bottom of the Western Conference (another California 1/30/14 SPOR team, the Sacramento Kings, are current in last place). Tom Ziller 10:00 Recreational pot is now legal in Colorado and Washington, and similar legalization efforts are underway in several other states. This gradual repeal of pot laws hearkens back in many ways to earlier chapters in American history, when alcohol was banned under Prohibition, but then eventually 1/30/2014 HIST became legal. Garrett Peck 5:52

Rep. Henry Waxman speaks with Take Two about his decision to retire from Congress and what's 1/30/2014 POLI next for him. "I will stay active ... and to make good policy progress for people." Henry Waxman 11:34

Less than two weeks after declaring a drought emergency, Governor Jerry Brown is in Los Angeles this morning meeting with 15 water managers from Southern California to discuss the ongoing 1/30/2014 POLI drought conditions. Molly Peterson 4:40

Yesterday, California republican congressmen Devin Nunes, David Valadao and Kevin McCarthy introduced a bill aimed at repealing efforts to connect the San Joaquin River to the San Francisco 1/30/2014 POLI Bay. Jay Famiglietti 4:14

The 74-year-old is considered one of the most liberal members of Congress. For more on his lengthy 1/30/2014 POLI career and today's announcement we're joined by KPCC's Washington correspondent Kitty Felde. Kitty Felde 5:57

Emily Bazar of the California Healthcare Foundation Center for Health Reporting joins host A 1/30/2014 HEAL Martinez to answer consumers’ questions about the Affordable Health Act. Emily Bazar 5:17 In a new report published in the February issue of its journal, Pediatrics, it reported that 7,391 children were hospitalized for gunshot wounds in the U.S. in 2009 — about 20 a day. Of those, 1,000 1/30/2014 EDUC were under the age of 15. No 2:46

A group of tech investors in San Francisco think it might be the answer. They've formed a group called the Smart Tech Foundation, and set out a challenge. They're offering $1 million to 1/30/2014 TECH entrepreneurs with ideas to make firearms safer. Jim Pitkow 5:37

Ron Nichols, head of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, leaves his job tomorrow. We heard yesterday about the controversy surrounding how $40-million in ratepayer money was spent, 1/30/2014 ENV and today, we'll hear about his biggest achievements. No 4:12

The one percent is feeling pretty nervous these days. There hasn't been a whole lot of love for the nation's wealthiest people, and some of the uber rich are concerned that they may actually be in 1/30/2014 RACE danger. Ben White 5:25

In the Mexican state of Michoacán, armed civilian groups continue to challenge the powerful drug cartels in the region. The federal government began by calling earlier this month for the groups to lay 1/30/2014 FORE down their arms. Verónica Calderón 6:14

It's Thursday, and that means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government throughout California. To help us with that we're joined in studio by KPCC political reporter Alice 1/30/2014 POLI Walton and KPCC Political editor Oscar Garza. Alice Walton, Oscar Garza 14:59

KPCC business reporter Ben Bergman and Cracked.com editor Soren Bowie joined us to talk about 1/30/2014 SPOR how the upcoming Super Bowl is affecting their friendship and provide their predictions on the game. Soren Bowie, Ben Bergman 6:14

Have an idea of the Gatorade color that will douse the Super Bowl winning coach? Or if one of the 1/30/2014 SPOR members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers will be shirtless during the halftime show? John Avello 5:17

By some measures, Mexico might have some of the fastest Internet speeds in Latin America. But for 1/30/2014 TECH Tijuana's ambitious tech entrepreneurs and aspiring professional gamers, it's still painfully slow. No 4:07

Larry and KPCC film critics Andy Kleiin, Claudia Puig and Charles Solomon review this week's 1/31/2014 ART releases, including That Awkward Moment, Labor Day, At Middleton, Oscar shorts and more Mantle 2:58

1/31/2014 HEAL Riverside Co. Regional Med Center's new protocols slash surgical infection rates O'Neill 4:04

1/31/2014 SPOR US men's soccer team hosts national team from South Korea CC :17

1/31/2014 EDU LA schools is overstating need of iPads Gilbertson 3:31

1/31/2014 ENT Vietnamese-languate variety show is a fixture for Vietnamese living in Socal Huang 4:32

1/31/2014 ENV Snow has finally fallen in the Sierra Nevadas CC :11 1/31/2014 ENV Snow has finally fallen in the Sierra Nevadas Quinton 1:14

1/31/2014 ENV Gov Brown puts together urgent legislation to deal with drought situation Adler :51

1/31/2014 SPOR LA Kings lost to the Pittsburgh Penguins CC :12

1/31/2014 LAW LA County Sheriff's deputies shot and killed a man in Santa Clarita last night CC :13

1/31/2014 SPOR Clippers lost on the road CC :11

1/31/2014 FOR El Salvador's election takes place Sunday CC :14

1/31/2014 IMM Republican leaders outline immigration proposal CC :17

1/31/2014 POLI State Sen. Ted Lieu announces his campaign for congress Walton 1:08

1/31/2014 ECON Department of Water Resources will not allocate water from the system if drought persists Kim 1:02

1/31/2014 SPOR St. Louis Rams confirm that owner purchased plot of land in Inglewood CC :12

1/31/2014 ENV Big Bear only got one inch of snow in this last storm CC :08

1/31/2014 ENV For the first time, State Water Project announces zero water allocations CC :16

1/31/2014 OC Owners of San Onofre nuclear power plant to create advisory panel during decomissioning Joyce 1:07

1/31/2014 SPOR One week from Sochi Olympics Roman 4:25

Judge hears arguments on whether or not community members can intervene to challenge city of 1/31/2014 LAW LA's gang injunction in Echo Park Aguilar 1:16 1/31/2014 HEAL State health officials say flu activity has reached epidemic levels Aguilera :51

1/31/2014 LAW Three men indicted for starting the Glendora fire CC :13

1/31/2014 HEAL California hourly workers would be guaranteed up to three sick days under bill in state legislature Pringle :49

Speculation about whether NFL will return to LA after Ram's owner uses company to buy Inglewood 1/31/2014 SPOR parcel Bergman 1:39

A highly-anticipated blueprint from Republican leadership for immigration reform includes paths to legal status for millions of people, according to discussions and a one-page memo from the Alex Saab, Kris Kobach, 1/31/14 POLI Republican retreat in Chesapeake Bay. Joseph Villela 24:00:00

L.A. is currently without a football team, but with Rams owner Stan Kroenke's recent purchase of a 60-acre lot near Hollywood Park, hopes of an L.A. Super Bowl contender are being refueled. If L.A. 1/31/14 SPOR had a competing team, what local goods would the city gamble? Martin Rogers 11:00

The Department of Defense has issued new guidelines for military attire that some religious groups Major Kamaljeet Singh Kalsi, 1/31/14 MIL say is too restrictive and is not accommodating enough to religious clothing. Jeffrey Addicott 12:00

Larry and KPCC film critics Andy Klein, Claudia Puig and Charles Solomon review this week’s Andy Klein, Claudia Puig and 1/31/14 ART releases, including That Awkward Moment, Labor Day, At Middleton and more. TGI-Filmweek! Charles Solomon 32:00:00

. According to a new report from the Center for the Study of Women in Television & Film, women made up just 16% of all directors, executive producers, producers, writers, cinematographers, and Cathy Schulman, Shana 1/31/14 ART editors working on the top 250 (domestic) grossing films last year. Feste 16:00

House Speaker John Boehner is now calling for legal status for 11 million undocumented workers, and possible citizenship for those brought to this country as children. But not all Republicans are 1/31/2014 POLI behind it. Jeff Denham 9:01

Los Angeles is home to 350,000 Salvadorans, the largest number outside of El Salvador. For the first 1/31/2014 LAW time ever, they'll be able to participate in the election from abroad. Leslie Berestein Rojas 3:52

It's Friday, which means it's time for another Friday Flashback -- our look at the week in news. Oh what a week it's been. To help us with that we're joined this week by columnist James Rainey of the 1/31/2014 POLI Los Angeles Times and Nancy Cook of National Journal. James Rainey, Nancy Cook 15:36

If you find yourself away from home or your car charger with a dead phone battery, what can you do? 1/31/2014 TECH A new line of handbags has the answer. Loni Edwards 5:56

Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl turns 10. What seemed like an adorable joke at first has turned into an enduring tradition at the cable channel. A Martinez talks with executive producer Melinda Toporoff Melinda Toporoff, Dan 1/31/2014 ENT and referee Dan Schachner. Schachner 7:40

Facebook now boasts millions of profiles not for people, but for pets. One such star joins the show Anne Marie Avey, Colonel 1/31/2014 TECH (with his owner) to offer insight on why cats rule the Internet. Meow 6:43 Today marks the first day of Chinese New Year – the Year of the Horse. That means big celebrations 1/31/2014 HIST throughout California’s Chinese communities and communities who have strong ties to China. Vincent Fang 3:26 It's the start of lunar New Year today and in Asian homes all over the world people gather together and eat to celebrate the coming year with family, friends and a table full of food. Reporter Sasa Woodruff stopped by a popular dumpling restaurant in Monterey Park to see what might be served 1/31/2014 HIST up. No 3:55

Last year was the Year of the Snake, and this is the Year of the Horse, the seventh designation in the 12-year Chinese calendar cycle. Like every other holiday, some companies and shopping malls are 1/31/2014 HIST trying to cash in on the Lunar New Year. Tiffany Hsu 4:51

Saturday, the U.S. national men’s soccer team plays South Korea in an exhibition game. The match 1/31/2014 SPOR is a friendly, but a lot is at stake ahead of the World Cup. Steve Han 4:49

If you're looking to change up your guacamole recipe, you're in luck. We called up Chef Robert Santibañez, a spokesperson for Avocados from Mexico and chef at Fonda Comida Mexicana in 1/31/2014 ART Manhattan, for some ideas. Robert Santibañez 3:54

Dominos alone expects to sell 11 million slices on game day. Chances are most folks probably won't 1/31/2014 ART care one bit about the box it came in, but not Scott Wiener of New York Scott Wiener 6:33

Your face wash or body soap may contain microbeads — tiny balls of plastic designed to help exfoliate your body. These microbeads are clogging up waterways like the LA River, acting as a 1/31/2014 ENV sponge and vehicle for dangerous chemicals as they go. Marcus Eriksen 5:49

When she graduated from college, Brooke Jarvis took a rather unusual job. She worked as a 1/31/2014 HIST garbage lady of sorts at a leper colony on a remote peninsula of the Hawaiian island of Molokai. Brooke Jarvis 9:01

2/1/2014 ART Lunar New Year celebrations continue in Chinatown CC :11

Legalization supporters have been given the green light to start collecting signatures for a November 2/1/2014 POLI ballot measure CC :12

You've probably heard by now that Superbowl weekend is high season for avocado, and since we are going to eat 100-million pounds of them, mostly guacamole, Off-Ramp's John Rabe called Bricia 2/1/2014 I Lopez for some fresh ideas. John Rabe / Bricia Lopez 6:02:00

John Rabe and Frank Stoltze talk to former LA County Sherriff spokesman Steve Whitmore about John Rabe / Frank Stoltze / 2/1/2014 I Lee Baca and Whitmore's days of delinquency. Steve Whitmore 3:13:00

The sexual practices of flamingos, tapirs, rhinos and chimps might explain our urges, but you probably don't want to emulate them. John Rabe talks with former LA Zoo curator Mike Dee about 2/1/2014 I the talk he'll give on "animal mating, dating and cohabitating." 8:55:00

Academy Award winner Joel Harlow is a man of a thousand faces, but almost none of them are his. He's nominated again, this time for his work on Johnny Depp in "The Lone Ranger." KPCC's Patt Patt Morrison / Kevin 2/1/2014 I Morrison talks with Harlow about how he became one of the industry's most beloved makeup artists. Ferguson / Joel Harlow 5:57:00

Some of Ramos Martinez's most affecting scenes are spread over the pages of our own L.A. Times-- which in the 1930s was editorially committed to deporting poor Mexican immigrants. Marc Haefele 2/1/2014 ART reviews a new exhibit at the PMCA covering Martinez's work. Marc Haefele 4:01:00 2/2/2014 ENV Big Bear resorts have had to make their own snow this year CC :12

2/2/2014 POLI California hourly workers would be guaranteed up to three sick days under bill in state legislature CC :10

2/2/2014 ENV Drought affects CA farmers differently depending on where they farm Adler 1:00

2/2/2014 ENV Drought affects CA farmers CC :11

2/2/2014 LAW First undocumented immigrant admitted to CA State Bar can now officially practice law CC :09

2/2/2014 LAW Rogers announces his official run for LA County Sheriff in Carson Plummer :58

2/2/2014 SPOR US national men's team beat South Korea Jahad 3:59

2/2/2014 EDU Academic Decathlon held yesterday in downtown LA CC :07

2/2/2014 OBIT Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman died of a drug overdose CC :18

2/2/2014 ENV Gov Brown calls on everyone, including kids, to conserve water Plummer 1:00

California to partially restore adult dental coverage under Medi-Cal, but much damage has been 2/3/2014 HEAL done in the interim Florido 4:21

2/3/2014 ENV Fish and wildlife continue search for puma believed to have attacked a homeless man Kim 1:19

2/3/2014 ART An Altadena school with declining enrollment tries to reimagine itself as arts magnet Plummer 3:48

2/3/2014 HEAL CSU poll says affordability not perceptions of invincibility determines whether students buy insurance O'Neill :51

2/3/2014 POLI UC President heads to Sochi Shafer :54 2/3/2014 DC Race for Henry Waxman's seat could be expensive Felde :59

2/3/2014 ENV LA finally got a bit of rain CC :05

2/3/2014 LAW LA County Superior Court Judge files 10-million dollar claim against two UCLA police officers CC :15

Head of International Olympic Committee is confident Russia can host a safe Winter Olympics 2/3/2014 SPOR despite terror threats CC :11

2/3/2014 POLI One lawmaker wants to increase CA's minimum wage CC :13

Deprtment of Transportation announced new cars will be equipped with wireless technology, allowing 2/3/2014 TECH them to speak with other cars on the road CC :15

2/3/2014 SPOR Dodgers ticket prices skyrocket Bergman 1:21

Health insurance policies took effect over the weekend for people who enrolled in plans in 2/3/2014 HEAL December/January CC :12

2/3/2014 ENV Freezing temps have wiped out citrus crops Roman 3:32

A discipline report on the LAPD officers that mistakenly shot two newspaper deliverers in Torrance is 2/3/2014 LAW expected to be made public Tuesday Aguilar 1:03

2/3/2014 ENT New partnership focused on bringing talented writers from minority groups to some TV networks Huang 1:42

2/3/2014 POLI New minimum wage bill introduced in California Orr 1:05

2/3/2014 POLI Campaign finance reports due this week for LA County Sheriff's candidates Stoltze :50

2/3/2014 LAW LA Police Chief says eight officers who fired at twom women during Dorner manhunt were out of line Aguilar :16

2/3/2014 POLI Central Basin Water District is spending big bucks on legal help Foshay 4:45 2/3/2014 Loh Life Car Talk Loh 2:25

2/3/2014 EDU Part of LA Unified's iPad software is approved, as long as corrections are madw Gilbertson 1:17

2/3/2014 EDU State task force warns of civics education crisis Guzman 1:03

2/3/2014 DC House GOP water bill up for vote Felde 1:00

2/3/2014 HEAL State officials want to publish medical service prices online Bartolone 1:07

2/3/2014 HEAL State officials want to publish medical service prices online CC :14

2/3/2014 ENV Mountain lion attacked a homeless encampment CC

2/3/2014 LAW LA and Ontario are back in court fighting over control of Ontario International Airport Jahad :56

The California senate voted to put a constitutional amendment on the November ballot which would State Senator Ed Hernandez, allow colleges to consider race and gender in student admissions. The ballot measure, SCA 5, would Assemblymember Kristin 2/3/14 EDU repeal a 1996 bill prohibiting the consideration of race and gender as a factor in college admissions. Olsen, Jody Armour 20:00

2/3/14 OBIT He was only 46, busy as ever and secure in his standing as one of the world's greatest actors. Claudia Puig, Scott Foundas 18:00 Activists are targeting Coca Cola and McDonald's, two of the biggest sponsors of the Olympic Games starting this week in Sochi, amid growing concern about Russia's gay rights record. Russia has been heavily criticized for a federal law against "homosexual propaganda" that's widely seen as Michelangelo Signorile, 2/3/14 POLI anti-gay. Suzanne Shu, 20:00

Would roads be safer, if cars could talk to each other? Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced it will recommend that new cars should be built with technology that would allow them to 2/3/14 TECH communicate with other cars on the road. Damon Lavrinc 14:00

Super Bowl Sunday is as much a big deal for U.S. pro sports as it is for the ad industry. Ad airtime costs a record $4 million per 30 seconds this year. Still, some 35 advertisers signed up to air about 2/3/14 ENT 60 spots during the game for an estimated 100 million viewers. Brian Steinberg 12:00

How many times have you logged on to Facebook or Instagram and before you know it, you’ve blown 2/3/14 ENT two hours of your life reading and looking at things that don’t necessarily benefit your life? 13:00

For more on the struggles many celebrities face with addiction and a look at the current state of heroin use in this country, we're joined by Dr. Howard Samuels of The Hills Treatment Center here in 2/3/2014 ENT Southern California. Howard Samuels 7:08 If you missed it, the Seattle Seahawks pretty much demolished the Denver Broncos in last night's Super Bowl. To find out if anyone bet on that being the final score, or if any other bets paid out big 2/3/2014 SPOR time, we called up Johnny Avello, director of Race & Sports operations at Wynn Las Vegas. Johnny Avello 5:13

This week, the state identified 17 communities that could run out of water within 60 to 100 days. One 2/3/2014 ENV of those is Brookstrails in Mendecino County. Mark Starr 5:23

You may have been enjoying the rainy weather this weekend, but despite those few — and much needed — drops of water, the state remains parched. So what's a Californian to do in these dry 2/3/2014 ENV times? Patt Morrison 5:08

For decades, the small farmworker community of Kettleman City in California has been home to the largest toxic waste dump in the western United States. It's also home to a water system polluted by 2/3/2014 ENV arsenic. No 4:56

Here to talk about Philip Seymour Hoffman's legacy and other news from the entertainment industry is Rebecca Keegan, film writer for the Los Angeles Times who joins us every Monday for our regular 2/3/2014 ENT chat about the film biz, On the Lot. Rebecca Keegan 7:08

As part of our series Hollywood Jobs, we had the chance to visit the Dreamworks campus for a chat with the creators of, "The Croods," Kirk DeMicco and Chris Sanders, who both wrote and directed the 2/3/2014 ENT film. Kirk DeMicco, Chris Sanders 7:50

On Saturday, policy took effect for those people who enrolled in health insurance plans between late 2/3/2014 HEAL December and January 15th. Stephanie O'Neill 5:22

The Affordable Care Act has expanded medical coverage for people of all ages, but dental coverage 2/3/2014 HEAL is a different story. No 4:46

Eliot Middle School, in the Pasadena Unified School District, is in the midst of an arts transformation 2/3/2014 EDUC after receiving about $1.5 million in federal grant funding. No 4:07

With Rams owner Stan Kroenke linked to the purchase of 60 acres of land near The Forum, we look back at LA's tumultuous relationship with the NFL and potential sites for its future. Arash Markazi of 2/3/2014 SPOR ESPNLA.com wrote about this and joined us to share his perspective. Arash Markazi 5:48

The Superbowl wasn’t the only sporting event this weekend. The US national men’s soccer team 2/3/2014 SPOR beat South Korea 2-0 in a match played in Carson, California. No 2:35

New research from the University of Kansas suggests that athletic participation might be the key in 2/3/2014 SPOR preventing students from dropping out. Angela Lumpkin 5:13

The non-profit recently announced something called Voice Intro Project. They're working on an audio database of celebrities, scientists, and other notable people who introduce themselves on tape, so 2/3/2014 EDUC we can avoid messing up their names. Kee Malesky 5:53

Pop start Bruno Mars took the stage, danced like James Brown and hugged a shirtless Anthony 2/3/2014 ENT Kiedis from the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Shirley Halperin 4:55

LAPD has begun testing body-worn cameras. Most stakeholders agree this technology has the 2/4/2014 LAW potential for good but there are disagreements on how to use them Aguilar 3:42 2/4/2014 SACTO State workers can't answer all the phone calls coming in from people who aren't working Moffitt 1:21

2/4/2014 LAW California has asked Google to move mystery barge from the San Francisco Bay CC :17

A panel of federal judges may soon issue an order outlining steps California must take to relieve 2/4/2014 LAW prison crowding Montgomery 4:57

2/4/2014 LAW Fromer teacher accused of sexual abuse in a YouTube video faces 16 counts of child abuse CC :09

2/4/2014 ENV Citrus crops wiped out after freezing temperatures CC :15

2/4/2014 TRAN Fewer children are dying in car crashes in the U-S CC :08

2/4/2014 LAW Target is beefing up security in response to last year's massive theft of millions of its customers' data CC :12

2/4/2014 DC lots of veterans bills moving CC :08

2/4/2014 LAW A former California educator accused of sexual abuse in a YouTube video is in custody CC :18

2/4/2014 POLI Los Angeles pays $1 million a year for police officers to work for their union Walton :47

2/4/2014 ECON California farmers affected by the ongoing drought are getting 20 million dollars in federal aid CC :12

2/4/2014 ENT Pharrell Williams will perform his Oscar-nominated song "Happy" at the Academy Awards CC :35

2/4/2014 POLI The Senate today (TUE) approved a sweeping 100-billion dollar federal farm bill CC :11

A preliminary hearing scheduled today (TUE) for two women charged with murder in the beating of 2/4/2014 LAW Kim Pham has been rescheduled Joyce 1:08

The federal farm bill the Senate approved today (TUE) includes 21-million dollars for California 2/4/2014 POLI specialty crops CC :24 2/4/2014 DC Preview of debate over GOP water bill Felde 1:29

An internal LAPD investigation found eight officers violated policy last year when they shot at and 2/4/2014 LAW hurt two women in Torrance during the Christopher Dorner manhunt CC :12

The lives of two women were turned upside down a year ago this week after LAPD officers shot at 2/4/2014 LAW them during the Christopher Dorner manhunt CC :11

LAPD police Chief Charlie Beck found eight officers violated policy when they fired at two women 2/4/2014 LAW delivering newspapers last year Aguilar 5:26

2/4/2014 YOUT The largest-ever scholarship fund for Dreamers launched today (TUE) Huang 1:45

2/4/2014 IMM Today (TUE), immigration officials rolled out a new application for U.S. Citizenship Rojas 1:24

2/4/2014 GEND Students in California who don't identify with the gender of their birth have new rights this year Tintocalis 4:06

Water is at the forefront of many Californians' minds these days, but coming up with the best way to 2/4/14 POLI solve our current crisis has quickly turned into a political battle between competing water interests. Nick di Croce, Kitty Felde 20:00 A new report from the State Department released on February 1 says that the controversial Keystone XL pipeline would not significantly worsen carbon pollution. The State Department findings potentially pave the way for President Obama to make a decision about the expansion of the TransCanada Andrew Restuccia, Susan 2/4/14 ENV pipeline. Casey-Lefkowitz, Cindy Schild 21:00

The California Supreme Court is set to consider an appeal next month that will determine whether the names of police officers who have been involved in shootings should be disclosed to the public. The case goes back to a 2010 incident when Long Beach police officers shot and killed an intoxicated, Peter Bibring, Michael 2/4/14 LAW unarmed man who was carrying a garden hose nozzle that officers mistook for a gun. Payman Kade 19:00 A year after a tour bus crash near Yucaipa killed 8 passengers, the safety regulations for California tour buses have not changed. These mass transportation vehicles often operate without meeting safety standards, but regulatory agencies have not been able to increase regulation of these buses 2/4/14 HIST that often ferry people to nearby casinos. Ben Bergman, Joel Grover 12:00

A fair day's work for a fair day's pay - but should your wages always come in monetary form? Two years ago, web designer, Adrian Hoppel stepped away from corporate America and decided 2/4/14 ECON to be paid in 'gifts'; no harsh negotiation process, no bidding wars, no contracts. Adrian Hoppel 13:00 Spike Jonze’s ‘Her’ has garnered attention for its striking depiction of the not-so-distant future. Set a few decades from now in a plausible Los Angeles, with a denser skyline and better public transit system, ‘Her’ tells the story of a man (Joaquin Phoenix) who falls in love with a sentient computer 2/4/14 ENT operating system—the disembodied voice of Scarlett Johansson. K.K. Barrett 13:00

Heroin seizures in New York State are up nearly 70 percent over the last four years. For more on why use of the drug is on the rise, we turn now to LA Times reporter Sam Quinones, who's currently 2/4/2014 HEAL working on a book about the recent heroin surge. Sam Quinones 9:24 While apprehension rates along the US-Mexico border remain the lowest in decades, new numbers released by the U.S. Border patrol show that there’s a significant shift in where border crossers are 2/4/2014 SECU headed and where they're coming from. No 4:37

In the past three years, the city of Los Angeles has spent about $3 million in taxpayer funds to pay 2/4/2014 POLI the salaries of nine LAPD officers. These officers work full-time for the police department's union. Alice Walton 4:06

The California Report's Michael Montgomery — in collaboration with the Center for Investigative 2/4/2014 EDUC Reporting — says when it comes to providing treatment for prisoners, the state is struggling. No 5:25

California students who don't identify with the gender of their birth have new rights under a state law 2/4/2014 EDUC that took effect January 1. No 4:33

Today is a big day for two of the biggest tech companies in the world: Facebook and Microsoft. Microsoft has a new CEO, Bill Gates is being replaced as chairman, and Facebook turns 10 years 2/4/2014 TECH old today. In conjunction with that milestone, they've released a new app called Paper. Devindra Hardawar 5:41

Time for Tuesday Reviewsda, our weekly new music segment. Joining us this week is Shirley Shirley Halperin, Chris 2/4/2014 ENT Halperin, music editor at The Hollywood Reporter and Chris Martins, senior writer at Spin Magazine. Martins 8:48

We’ll look at the top issues on the agenda and the state of US-Mexico trade with Shannon O’Neil, senior fellow for Latin America studies at the Council on Foreign Relations and author of “Two 2/4/2014 FORE Nations Indivisible: Mexico, the United States, and the Road Ahead." Shannon O’Neil 5:49

Mexico is set to surpass Japan in car exports this year, with 1.69 million cars made in Mexico 2/4/2014 FORE expected to be purchased in the U.S. Brendan Case 4:09

Governor Brown's proposed budget would shift grant money for these classes into a general fund. 2/4/2014 EDUC That could gut a program like Norco High School's. Ag teacher Robin Grundmeyer explains. Robin Grundmeyer 4:39

President Obama personally phoned Governor Brown last week to get an update on the state of drought emergency in California. But when it comes to getting federal assistance for our water woes, 2/4/2014 ENV Governor Brown is saying thanks but no thanks. Michael Doyle, Dan Walters 10:23

Police body-worn cameras are being offered as an accountability tool. It has been well received by 2/4/2014 SECU many but the consensus fractures when civil rights concerns enter the equation. No 4:09

The release of a YouTube video where Andrea Michelle Cardosa is confronted over the phone by a 2/4/2014 TECH young woman was viewed more than a million times. Edward Imwinkelried 5:45

2/5/2014 DC House passes water bill Felde 1:06

2/5/2014 ENT The Tonight Show with Jay Leno preps for last broadcast Watt 4:07

2/5/2014 EDU LAUSD retrofitting schools to make them safer during earthquakes McNary 4:37 2/5/2014 ENV Federal grant available for drought relief CC :12

2/5/2014 ENV Federal grant available for drought relief Pringle :47

2/5/2014 ENV Southern California has not imposed water rationing Cuevas 3:49

2/5/2014 SPOR Steve Nash and Steve Blake are back on the court CC :15

2/5/2014 POLI Accountant Carey Davis wins election for San Bernardino mayor CC :17

2/5/2014 SPOR Investment group led by Magic Johnson announces it's buying the LA Sparks Bergman 1:36

2/5/2014 LAW No new inmates to be admitted to prison health care facility in Stockton Roman 4:27

2/5/2014 POLI House passes bill that attempts to deal with CA's drought, but bill will die in Senate CC :06

2/5/2014 TRAN Tanker truck accident closed freeway in Glendale CC :05

2/5/2014 POLI House passes bill that attempts to deal with CA's drought, but bill will die in Senate CC :11

2/5/2014 POLI House passes bill that attempts to deal with CA's drought, but bill will die in Senate CC :11

2/5/2014 LAW Judge denies community members' motion to intervene in Echo Park gang injunction Aguilar :57

2/5/2014 POLI Civil rights groups claim state is illegally preventing ex-felons from voting Shafer 1:50

2/5/2014 HIST Huntington Library has acquired rare photo collection CC :16

2/5/2014 POLI Accountant Carey Davis wins election for San Bernardino mayor Roman 4:11 2/5/2014 TRAN Cal Trans releases report grading its performance Pringle :49

2/5/2014 SPOR Investment group led by Magic Johnson announces it's buying the LA Sparks CC :17

2/5/2014 ENV Federal officials announce more aid to help CA with drought CC :11

2/5/2014 RELI UN report accuses the Vatican of putting priests before abused children CC :11

2/5/2014 LAW Man accused of murdering two USC grad students from China pleaded guilty today Palta 1:09

2/5/2014 LAW Judge dismisses case against former Miramonte teacher Mark Berndt CC :11

2/5/2014 LAW Ontario's lawsuit against Los Angeles is going forward Jahad 1:12

2/5/2014 ECON CVS to stop selling tobacco products CC :11 Drugstore and pharmacy chain CVS announced today that they plan to end sale of cigarettes and other tobacco products by October 1. The discontinuation of tobacco sales is, according to CVS president and CEO Larry Merlo, in line with the chain’s efforts to become a larger part of providing 2/5/14 HEAL healthcare to customers. Howard Davidowitz 19:00

A dozen years after Orange County voters first approved a plan to turn an old military base into a massive park on par with San Diego’s Balboa or New York’s Central, only a fraction of Irvine’s Great 2/5/14 ECON Park has been built—and most of the allotted funds have disappeared. Larry Agran, Kim Pierceall 22:00 Over the weekend, New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof ceded his column space to Dylan Farrow, the adopted daughter of Mia Farrow and Woody Allen, who published an open letter detailing the sexual abuse she allegedly suffered when she was 7 at the hands of Allen. 2/5/14 POLI The molestation allegation first came to light in 1992. Kelly McBride, Patrick Pexton 17:00

A new report from the Congressional Budget Office estimates 2.5 million Americans will leave the full time workforce by 2023. This number, revised from an estimate of 800,000, takes into account the Yevgeniy Feyman, Paul Van 2/5/14 ECON availability of healthcare under the Affordable Care Act. de Water 11:00

Trader Joe's has pulled out of plans to build a new store in a historically African-American neighborhood in Portland, Oregon. Activists in the area said the high end grocer would be too Andrew Theen, David 2/5/14 ECON expense for locals and perpetuate the area's income inequality gap. Livingston 15:00

David O. Russell’s “American Hustle” has received critical acclaim, garnering a number of Academy Award nominations including Best Picture. The film, a period crime drama set in the 1970s, follows a 2/5/14 ENT FBI agent (Bradley Cooper) as he recruits a con-man (Christian Bale) to uncover corrupt politicians. Judy Becker 12:00

Whether it's terrorist threats, construction issues or political unrest, the Games have been constantly surrounded by controversy and concerns. Now, leading up to the eve of the Olympiad, there have 2/5/2014 SECU been recent reports that even the hotels aren't ready to host such a global event. Alex Capstick 7:56 Today, CVS announced they would stop selling all cigarettes and tobacco products nationwide by 2/5/2014 HEAL October. Timothy Martin 6:25

The death of actor Philip Seymour Hoffman of an apparent drug overdose was a shock to almost everyone who heard the news. Hoffman, it's been widely reported, had over two decades of sobriety 2/5/2014 HEAL under his belt before relapsing into addiction last year. Seth Mnookin 9:05

Peña Nieto unveiled the plan Tuesday on a visit to the state capital Morelia. The plan includes loans 2/5/2014 SECU for small businesses, improvements to local ports and roads and funds for education and healthcare. Ioan Grillo 6:07

The Lakers are historically bad, will a little Magic save the Sparks? And Richard Sherman shows off some hand/eye interpretation. That means it's time for sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, who 2/5/2014 SPOR have covered the sports scene for ESPN and the L.A. Times. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 8:13

More than 150 people at NBC will lose their jobs after The Tonight Show with Jay Leno ends. Some 2/5/2014 ENT nearby businesses will also feel the pinch. No 4:30

Preschool has become one of the hottest topics in politics. While Republicans have been pushing for 2/5/2014 EDUC big cuts and spending almost everywhere else, many are pumping lots of cash into early education. Matthew Melmed 5:09

After two years of Congressional infighting, the U.S. farm bill finally passed both the House and the 2/5/2014 ENV Senate. It now goes to the President for his signature. Carolyn Lochhead 5:12

British chef Jamie Oliver's Big Rig — a traveling teaching kitchen now touring the state — roared 2/5/2014 HEAL onto the campus of Sacramento Charter High School for a three-week stint of cooking. No 5:15

It's been a rough year for citrus crops in California. New estimates out this week show that a week of 2/5/2014 ENV freezing temperatures in December wiped out nearly a quarter of the state's $2 billion citrus industry. Chip Carter 4:31

Efforts in Riverside to rid citrus crops of the Asian citrus psyllid are well underway. After conducting several tests, researchers there found that wasps are a natural enemy of the psyllid, the tiny insects 2/5/2014 ENV that spread the incurable citrus greening disease. Mark Hoddle 4:53

There's a new satirical new site called The Hummus that's being hailed as The Onion for Muslims, 2/5/2014 DIV founded by three Silicon Valley-based practicing Muslims in their 20s. Maz Jobrani 6:23

Will Forte joins the show to talk about his favorite memories from "SNL" and his foray into more 2/5/2014 ENT serious dramatic acting. Will Forte 8:45

2/6/2014 ENT California's creative economy is more diverse than you think Huang 1:46

2/6/2014 POLI Congress has set aside money in farm bill to help citrus trees Anderson 4:17

2/6/2014 LAW Fresno bans marijuana cultivation, effective this week Daniel 4:30 2/6/2014 HEAL Pharmacies brace for a blow to their revenues Dembosky 1:06

2/6/2014 TRAN Department of Transportation has released an internal performance review CC :07

2/6/2014 ECON Longer life expectency is driving up pension costs Adler :51

2/6/2014 SPOR Lakers broke a seven-game losing streak CC :11

2/6/2014 LAW ACLU sues LA County Supervisors over decision to return cross to official county seal Stoltze :54

2/6/2014 DC Speaker Boehner throws cold water on immigration CC :18

2/6/2014 ENV Rain is expected in the Southland CC :17

2/6/2014 LAW ACLU sues LA County Supervisors over decision to return cross to official county seal CC :16

2/6/2014 ENV Rain is expected in the Southland CC :10

2/6/2014 MEDI CNN Latino closing up shop after only a year CC :12

2/6/2014 SPOR Home run hitter Ralph Kiner has died CC :14

2/6/2014 DC Waiting for Feinstein to drop water bill Felde 1:50

2/6/2014 ENER CA power grid operator has issued a statewide Flex Alert CC :08

2/6/2014 POLI Sandra Fluke says she hopes her congressional run will inspire more women CC :13

2/6/2014 LAW US Attorney announced indictments against 45 people accused od trafficking guns and meth Replogle :43 2/6/2014 ENV Study examines all water storage in Sacramento and San Joaquin River Basins CC :12

2/6/2014 POLI Controller Ron Galperin pushes ahead with audit on DWP trusts Walton :43

2/6/2014 ENV Study examines all water storage in Sacramento and San Joaquin River Basins Quinton :54

2/6/2014 ENT White House spokesman talks about Jay Leno leaving the Tonight Show CC :10

2/6/2014 POLI Assembly Republicans want to shift funds from high-speed rail to other infrastructure projects CC :17

2/6/2014 LAW Latino and consumer groups pressure federal regulators to investigate Herbalife Berestein Rojas 1:24

2/6/2014 LAW Explainer on why it's hard to fire cops Aguilar 1:48

Scientists say CA has a history of extreme droughts, some lasing up to a centry, but it is unclear if 2/6/2014 SCI the state is headed for such a dry spell now Totten 1:46

2/6/2014 ECON Highland Park gentrification can cause complications for kids' friendships Fernandes 4:27

The Otis Report on the creative economy goes statewide for the first time and offers glimpses into 2/6/2014 ART the state of arts education in California Plummer 1:12

2/6/2014 HEAL LA County seeing rise in heroin deaths after big drop off in 2012 Aguilera :55

The ACLU is suing the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors over its decision to put a religious cross back in the official county seal for violation of the First Amendment. The Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 in January to restore the symbol in the county emblem. Supervisors Michael D. Antonovich and Don Knabe proposed the motion. Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas also voted in favor of restoring the cross. 2/6/14 LAW Mark Rosenbaum, 20:00 If you’re trying to look attractive in your online dating profile, you may want to take up surfing According to WIRED’s analysis of “massive amounts of data” from popular dating sites OkCupid and Match.com, what people say in their profiles may play a role in how attractive other users find them 2/6/14 ENT to be. Caitlin Roper, 19:00

Popular ride-sharing app Uber is facing a wrongful death lawsuit after one of the company's drivers, Syed Muzaffar (Sigh-Ed Moo-ZAH-far) struck and killed a 6-year-old girl and insured her mother and 2/6/14 LAW brother in San Francisco on New Year's Eve. Pete Moraga, Rob Wood 20:00 The XXII Olympic Winter Games kick off in Sochi this week with an opening ceremony Friday. Taking place over 18 days, the Games will bring together athletes from around the world and are poised to Katie Baker, Phil Wallace, 2/6/14 SPOR put Russia front and center on the world stage. Scott Reid, 25:00:00

Think long-form journalism and you might think The New Yorker, Los Angeles Magazine, the New York Times Magazine, The Texas Monthly, but the rise in the use of tablets and smartphones has helped brought the long form to the wide open space of the web. Online publications from BuzzFeed to Business Insider to POLITICO are trying their hands at the genre, and sites like Longform.org and 2/6/14 MEDI Atavist have sprung up to cater to and curate for readers who appreciate the form. Gabriel Kahn 14:00

After much contentious debate, the Silver Lake Neighborhood Council passed a motion last night to 2/6/2014 POLI remove itself from the roster of Eastside communities like Boyle Heights and Lincoln Park. Patt Morrison 7:16

A new scholarship is designed to help 1,000 young undocumented students complete a college 2/6/2014 EDUC degree. Gabby Pacheco 5:10

Unbeknownst to many eaters there, Korea is being forced to import increasing amounts of kimchi 2/6/2014 ECON from its rival, China. Daniel Grey 4:27

It's a very different side of the surf world, one that surf journalist Chas Smith writes about in his new 2/6/2014 LIT book "Welcome to Paradise, Now Go to Hell." Chas Smith 5:51

A Los Angeles judge denied a request by some residents to intervene and challenge the city on its 2/6/2014 SECU gang injunction for Echo Park. Erika Aguilar 6:22

This may be a bit of an extreme, but as President Obama reminded the nation last week, on average 2/6/2014 DIV women earn 77 cents for every dollar a man makes. Ben Waber 5:57

The Guggenheim Group, featuring NBA legend Magic Johnson, will take over the franchise and keep 2/6/2014 SPOR the team here in LA. Mechelle Voepel 4:15

Teachers and LAUSD employees are calling attention to crumbling school properties in the face of a 2/6/2014 EDUC $1 billion school district iPad program. Annie Gilbertson 4:04

In a rare occurrence, the Lakers ran out of eligible players Wednesday night but still managed to win 2/6/2014 SPOR the game. Does this point to a larger issue for the team? John Ireland 4:52

The ban takes effect this week under the protests of medical marijuana patients and it includes fines of $1,000 per plant. It's a first for any county in the state and is modeled after a similar ban in the city 2/6/2014 ENV of Live Oak, near Sacramento. No 4:49

Two high-profile outlets catering to Latino audiences have called it quits. KPCC's Leslie Berestein 2/6/2014 DIV Rojas explains what this means for the news outlets trying to cater to that growing market. Leslie Berestein Rojas 3:37

It's Thursday and that means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government 2/6/2014 POLI throughout California. Alice Walton, Frank Stoltze 14:55 Scientists are dispatching a research plane off the coast of California this weekend to study an 2/7/2014 ENV 'atmospheric river'. Totten 1:20

2/7/2014 EDU A group of Arcadian youth are practicing for a competition on their Constitutional knowledge. Guzman 3:48

Film week reviews The Monuments Men, The Lego Movie, Vampire Academy, A Field in England 2/7/2014 ENT and more. Mantle 3:02

2/7/2014 LAW US Attorney's office charged two sherriff's deputies with wrongfully beating an inmate in 2009. CC :15

2/7/2014 LAW US Attorney's office charged two sherriff's deputies with wrongfully beating an inmate in 2009. CC

There have been multiple demonstrations against the verdict acquitting two former Fullerton Police 2/7/2014 LAW officers on charges they beat a homelss, mentally ill man to death. Joyce 1:25

2/7/2014 HEAL Staff in California's hospitals are concerned about this year's flu epidemic. Aguilera 1:39

2/7/2014 ENT The Lego Movie opens today and is expected to be the first blockbuster of the season. Watt 3:50

Health officials say 17 communities around the state are at risk of running out of water within the next 2/7/2014 ENV four months, if not sooner. Peterson 4:04

2/7/2014 ENT A conversation with the writers and directors of "the Lego Movie". CC :17

2/7/2014 POLI Assembly Republicans want to shift funds from high-speed rail to other infrastructure projects Adler :52

A week-and-a-half after being found guilty on eight felony counts, Los Angeles County Democrat Rod 2/7/2014 SAC Wright is still in the state Senate. Detrow 2:02

2/7/2014 HEAL A new experiment in managing the health of some older Californians is creating some confusion. Dembosky 3:12

2/7/2014 ENT Jay Leno soundbyte about losing family members while taping The Tonight Show. CC :18

2/7/2014 ENT Jay Leno soundbyte thanking the audience for watching the show. CC :16 2/7/2014 FOR Syria's government has started evacuating citizens who've been trapped in rebel-held parts of Homs. Muir :41

2/7/2014 HEAL State health officials say influenza activity remains widespread in California. CC :10

2/7/2014 SPOR One of the Olympic rings failed to light properly during the opening ceremonies at Sochi. CC :30

2/7/2014 ENT Notable actors among those who attended a private funeral today for Phillip Seymour Hoffman CC :10

When state legislators or congresspeople leave their offices before completeing their term, special 2/7/2014 POLI elections are held to fill the vacancies McNary 1:02

2/7/2014 ENV Boat owners in Marina Del Rey may have to stop using copper paint in order to protect water quality. Kim :44

2/7/2014 LAW Two more LA county Sherrif's deputies have been indicted re: abuse in county jails. Palta 1:02

2/7/2014 HEAL Covered California removed the Doctor Finder feature from their website. O'Neill :56

2/7/2014 EDU LAUSD administrators ordered 45,000 more ipads for state testing last week. Gilbertson :55

California Governor Jerry Brown's administration is staffing up to help ease a lengthy backlog of 2/7/2014 ECON unemployment claims. Adler :51

A coalition of religious communities and agencies will host a symposium tomorrow that highlights 2/7/2014 ENT human trafficking survivor stories through the arts. CC :14

US Attorney's office charged two sherriff's deputies with wrongfully beating an inmate in 2009 and 2/7/2014 LAW attempting to cover it up. Palta 1:53

US Attorney's office charged two sherriff's deputies with wrongfully beating an inmate in 2009 and 2/7/2014 LAW attempting to cover it up. CC :07

In April 2013, snipers disabled 17 powerful transformers that send power to Silicon Valley. After cutting telephone lines, the shooters went on a 19 minute shooting spree to knock out the power grid, Rebecca Smith, Brian Michael 2/7/14 LAW then escaped just before police arrived on the scene. Jenkins 15:00

A Republican bill aimed at expanding opportunities for flextime was recently killed in the state Capitol Labor unions and some Democratic lawmakers viewed the effort as a way for employers to get 2/7/14 LAW around having to pay overtime. Connie Conway, Barry Broad 17:00 Twitter’s stock fell on hard times yesterday, falling down 21% to $52.11 and at one point sank as low as $50. This comes after Twitter released their fourth-quarter report which revealed that although 2/7/14 ECON revenue was better-than-expected, the company’s user growth was at its slowest pace yet. Sarah Frier 15:00

Larry and KPCC film critics Wade Major, Tim Cogshell and Charles Solomon review this week’s releases, including The Monuments Men, The Lego Movie, A Field in England and more. TGI- Wade Major, Tim Cogshell, 2/7/14 ENT Filmweek! Charles Solomon 31:00:00 Filming in Los Angeles has been on the decline in recent years, as production companies are lured to other states by generous tax incentives. Now a new report by the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation shows that the entertainment industry in the city has lost more than 9,000 Kimberly Ritter-Martinez, Amy 2/7/14 ENT jobs since 2007. Lemisch, Yusef Robb 17:00

On January first, the federal law expanded coverage for treatment of drug and alcohol addictions. 2/7/2014 HEAL KPCC Health Care Correspondent Stephanie O’Neill answers questions about the changes. Stepanie O'Neill 5:11

The California Report's April Dembosky explains the confusion behind a new experiment in senior 2/7/2014 HEAL citizen healthcare. No 3:12

Physicians are seeing patients with terrible burns - burns incurred from working with a marijuana 2/7/2014 HEAL product called butane hash. Joe Mozingo 5:25

In this week's Friday Flashback LA Times columnist James Rainey and Buzzfeed breaking news reporter Adrian Carrasquillo talk Sochi Olympics, Jay Leno's last show and the good job numbers out James Rainey, Adrian 2/7/2014 POLI today. Carrasquillo 15:56

The 2014 Winter Olympics have begun but not without strict rules on public protests and 2/7/2014 SPOR demonstrations. Sonari Glinton 5:37

A common childhood toy comes to life in "The Lego Movie," which hits theaters this weekend. The 2/7/2014 ENT writers and directors share how they brought these famous blocks to the silver screen. Phil Lord, Christopher Miller 10:02

Reporter Anthony Breznican's life was changed by Philip Seymour Hoffman - who passed this week. 2/7/2014 ENT In an essay on Entertainment Weekly Breznican details how the late actor impacted his life. Anthony Breznican 5:26

One of the best ways to get people to conserve it to teach them when they're young. For more on 2/7/2014 ENV why and how to do that, we're joined by KPCC's education reporter Mary Plummer. Mary Plummer 3:13

Health officials say 17 communities around the state are at risk of running out of water within the next 2/7/2014 ENV four months, if not sooner. No 4:05

A group of students at Arcadia High School compose the coveted Constitution team, a group that 2/7/2014 EDUC studies government and competes in mock trials. No 3:47 A recent report by the American Sociological Review found that more equal distribution of household tasks in a marriage (that did not focus on traditional gender roles) negatively affected their bedroom behavior. But does an equal division of labor in a marriage really slash the amount of sex a couple 2/7/2014 HEAL has? Lori Gottlieb 9:56

If you grew up in Los Angeles, chances are you celebrated at least one birthday at a magical little 2/7/2014 ENT piece of history called The Bob Baker Marionette Theater. Bob Baker 8:02 2/8/2014 SPOR Olympics catch the attnetion of Russian-speaking Californians Stoltze 4:02

2/8/2014 SPOR Opening Ceremonies kicked off the Winter Olympics yesterday Jahad 3:55

2/8/2014 SPOR Winter Olympics begin in Sochi CC :09

2/8/2014 ECON Dumb Starbucks opens in Los Feliz CC :08

KPCC's John Rabe and Only a Game's Doug Tribou wonder if the Stan Kroenke's purchase of land 2/8/2014 SPOR in Inglewood means the NFL is really returning to LA. John Rabe / Stan Kroenke 5:44:00

A new documentary shows us how auto racing is intimately tied to L.A.'s history, and how your daily commute might be taking you down the straightaway or a Dead Man's Curve of a long-defunct 2/8/2014 ART racetrack. John Rabe talks to Harry Pallenberg, the director of the film. John Rabe / Harry Pallenberg 7:22:00

There are simply too many things we do on a daily basis that fly in the face of water rationing -- water 2/8/2014 ENV that we treat like the pigeon of natural resources. John Rabe / Taylor Orci 2:38:00

Director Sebastian Lelio was honored to be submitted but can take or leave the Oscars. "When it happens, you have to go. When it doesn't, you follow with your work." Alana Rinicella talks to Lelio Alana Rinicella / Sebastian 2/8/2014 ART about his inspiration for the film and how Chile views the Oscars. Lelio 5:05:00

My father used to say community theater was people doing a stellar imitation of what they thought acting was supposed to look like. I see it as live performances of slaughtered text before dying 2/8/2014 ART audiences. Dylan Brody 3:21:00

Off-Ramp commentator Hank Rosenfield asks his fifth grade students about their definition of love 2/8/2014 ART and receives hopeful answers. Hank Rosenfield 5:47:00

The organ -- one of the largest of its kind in the world -- will be taken apart after 30 years of playing to be repaired and restored; parts will be sent to Italy. Kevin Ferguson talks to creator Piero Ruffati 2/8/2014 I about the repair work and the organ's history. Kevin Ferguson / Piero Ruffati 5:33:00

Ray Greene tells us about Voluptua, a short-lived 1950s local tv sensation, branded "Corruptua" by Christian protest groups. Gloria Pall died December 30th, but this episode was originally broadcasted 2/8/2014 ART on Valentine's Day in 2011. RH Greene / Gloria Pall 6:11:00

2/9/2014 ENT Beatles made appearance on the Ed Sullivan show 50 years ago today CC :12

2/9/2014 ART Oragan in former Crystal Cathedral undergoes restoration CC :17

2/9/2014 ENV Farmers consider planting fewer crops thanks to drought Plevin 1:27 2/9/2014 LAW Bill would limit use of solitary confinement at juvenile detention facilities Pringle :44

2/9/2014 LAW Bill would limit use of solitary confinement at juvenile detention facilities CC :11

2/9/2014 ENV Drought causes a rough year for farmers CC :10

2/9/2014 ENV Town of Willits has ordered residents to cut back on water usage CC :07

2/9/2014 LAW Six people dead in car crash in Diamond Bar CC :07

2/10/2014 POLI Filing period for June 3rd primary election begins today McNary :52

2/10/2014 ENV New program in many OC cities will allow homeowners to go solar without paying upfront costs Joyce 1:12

Preliminary hearing scheduled for two woman accused of beating a young woman to death in Santa 2/10/2014 LAW Ana CC :25

2/10/2014 LAW Guatemalan war criminal sentenced to a decade in prison Berestein Rojas 4:19

2/10/2014 ENV Land use plan heads to public hearing and board of supervisors Kim :53

2/10/2014 ECON Loh Life Car Talk Loh 2:58

2/10/2014 EDU K-12 teaching positions have fallen by more than 10 percent Plummer 1:55

2/10/2014 SAC Bill to required cell phone makers to add a "kill switch" that might deter people from stealing them Aguilar 1:22

2/10/2014 ART Construction of Broad Museum is behind schedule Jahad 1:10

2/10/2014 POLI Asian-Americans have shifted away from the Republican party Huang 4:01 2/10/2014 ECON List of top 50 most generous donors is released CC :10

2/10/2014 HEAL Infant has died of whooping cough Dembosky 1:12

2/10/2014 ENV First storm of the year hits SoCal CC :17

2/10/2014 SPOR Chris Paul returns to the court CC :13

2/10/2014 POLI San Diego voters head to the polls Sandhya 3:22

2/10/2014 POLI San Diego voters head to the polls CC :16

2/10/2014 FOR Syrian peace talks aren't going well CC :12

2/10/2014 ECON Dumb Starbucks opens in Los Feliz CC :07

2/10/2014 POLI San Diego voters head to the polls CC :22

2/10/2014 POLI The race to replace retiring Rep. Henry Waxman takes shape Walton :46

2/10/2014 LAW A federal three judge panel grants California a two-year extension to reduce prison capacity Quinton :56

2/10/2014 LAW Murder suspect arrested CC :15

CA lawmakers push bill to require colleges, universities to adopt uniform codes for preventing sexual 2/10/2014 EDU assaults CC :12

2/10/2014 LAW A federal three judge panel grants California a two-year extension to reduce prison capacity CC :11

2/10/2014 LAW Certain types of businesses are required to post anti-human trafficking signs Aguilar 1:31 2/10/2014 IMM Farm group issues a report shows economic price of inaction on immigration Huang 1:08

2/10/2014 LAW California Prisons Roman 4:30

2/10/2014 ENT Comedy Central host behind Dumb Starbucks storefront CC :13

Preliminary hearing scheduled for two woman accused of beating a young woman to death in Santa 2/10/2014 LAW Ana Joyce 1:09

2/10/2014 ENT Entertainment lawyer Ken Ziffrin named as LA's new film czar Lee 1:08

2/10/2014 LAB Cal-OSHA accused of failing to do its job Roman 3:44

2/10/2014 ECON Legal implications of Nathan Fielder's Dumb Starbucks prank Watt 1:03

2/10/2014 ECON Dumb Starbucks opens in Los Feliz Stoltze :59

2/10/2014 EDU First student in groundbreaking lawsuit takes the stand Guzman 1:22

Michael Sam, an All-American defensive lineman from the University of Missouri and a N.F.L. draft prospect, has come out as gay, paving the way to become possibly the first openly gay player in the Michael Schottey, Andrew 2/10/14 SPOR pro-football league. Zimbalist 28:00:00

”: "We are the generation that changed everything. Of all the eras and epochs of Americans, ours is the one that made the biggest impression—on ourselves. That's an important accomplishment, because we're the generation that created the self, made the firmament of the self, divided the light 2/10/14 LIT of the self from the darkness of the self, and said, 'Let there be self.'" PJ O’Rourke 10:00 Flu season has been especially vicious this year, resulting in a prolonged campaign from health care providers for people to get a flu shot. In Rhode Island, a proposed policy from the Department of health would require mandatory flu shots for children aged 6 months to 5 years who wish to enter 2/10/14 HEAL preschool or daycare. Arthur Caplan, Hillary Davis 20:00 Facebook's chief operating officer, Sheryl Sandberg, announced today a new partnership with Getty Images, one of the largest stock photo libraries in the world. Together, Sandberg's nonprofit LeanIn.org and Getty have created a collection of stock images depicting diverse women in non- Jessica Bennett, Pam 2/10/14 GEND stereotypical scenarios. Grossman 12:00

A devastating crash this weekend on the 60 near Diamond Bar killed six when an intoxicated driver went the wrong way down the freeway. The driver, 21-year-old Olivia Culbreath, was allegedly 2/10/14 LAW speeding at around 100 miles per hour and was arrested at the scene for drunk driving. Hamid Bahadori 13:00 With nine Oscar nominations, "12 Years a Slave" is looking to top a fruitful awards season with the much coveted Best Picture award next month. "12 Years a Slave" tells the story of Solomon 2/10/14 ENT Northup, a free black man from upstate New York who is abducted and forced into slavery. Adam Stockhausen 15:00

Michael Sam could be the NFL's first openly gay player. But telling the story of his own life is a 2/10/2014 SPOR complex one, one that PR guru Howard Bragman helped Sam with personally. Howard Bragman 7:47

Tuesday, online activists around the world will be participating in what's being called, "The Day We Fight Back." It's meant to draw attention to the Internet surveillance done on Americans by the NSA, 2/10/2014 SECU and to call on Congress to act and limit the agency's powers. David Segal 4:59

The Chronicle of Philanthropy's "Philanthropy 50" list of the top 50 most generous donors in 2013 2/10/2014 ART was released Monday and includes 15 Californians. Stacy Palmer 5:31

2/10/2014 HEAL McDonald's Canada recently released a video about how chicken McNuggets are made. James Hamblin 4:47

In the first of a two part series from the Fronteras Desk, Tristan Ahtone reports on some people who 2/10/2014 HEAL will continue to fall through the cracks. No 3:44

Judging the outfits of movie stars on the red carpet is like a spectator sport: lots of armchair judges will critique every last detail, and God help you if you're a star who finds out that someone else at the 2/10/2014 ENT event has the exact same dress. That's where stylist David Zyla comes in. David Zyla 5:58

"The Monuments Men" opened this weekend. And even with its all star cast it only pulled in a modest $22 million while "The Lego Movie" dominated and had the biggest opening weekend for any movie 2/10/2014 ENT in 2014. Rebecca Keegan 9:05

A coffee shop called Dumb Starbucks, claiming to parody the popular chain, has opened to long lines 2/10/2014 ENT of people in Los Feliz. But who is behind it and why did they open? Mary Plummer 4:56

Republicans are keen to retake the seat, but labor unions have spent heavily to avoid that. As 2/10/2014 POLI Sandhya Dirks reports from KPBS, a lot depends on whether Latino voters turn out at the polls. No 3:54

The result of San Diego's mayoral election could signal what's to come in California during this next 2/10/2014 POLI year of politics. Dan Walters 5:33

2/10/2014 TECH A 13-year-old schoolboy from Virginia is hoping to harness the power of big data to tackle bullying. No 3:41

Incomplete background checks, cover ups and a lack of training are just a few of the ways in which schools are failing to protect students from sexual abuse, according to a report from the Government 2/10/2014 EDUC Accountability Office. Kay Brown N/A

The new plaza that will accompany the museum is set to open this fall, while the museum opening 2/10/2014 ART has been pushed back until 2015. Joanne Heyler 6:01

2/10/2014 POLI Asian-Americans have made the biggest shift away from the Republican party of any ethnic group. No 4:01 Gallagher's new one-man show explains how Gallagher got into the business and how he learned 2/10/2014 ART from legends like Jack Lemmon, James Cagney and Peter O'Toole. Peter Gallagher N/A

Preliminary hearing scheduled for two woman accused of beating a young woman to death in Santa 2/11/2014 LAW Ana Joyce :45

2/11/2014 LAW Mother and daughter were struck by a truck in Hollywood CC :20

2/11/2014 ENV Metropolitan Water Board officially declared a water supply alert for SoCal CC :12

2/11/2014 HEAL Bipartisan state legislators calling for changes to Covered CA board O'Neill :48

2/11/2014 DC Will flood of bills help elections? Felde 2:08

2/11/2014 LAW Two women stand trial for murder of Santa Ana woman Joyce 1:14

2/11/2014 LAW Two women stand trial for murder of Santa Ana woman CC :21

Legislative Democrats say the state should move forward with changing the way prisoners are 2/11/2014 LAW sentenced CC :10

Legislative Democrats say the state should move forward with changing the way prisoners are 2/11/2014 LAW sentenced CC :08

2/11/2014 ART LAUSD agrees on another deadline for district's arts budget Plummer 1:18

New push for sentencing reform in California after court order extends deadline for reducing 2/11/2014 LAW overcrowding in state prisons Adler :56

2/11/2014 LAW CA Supreme Court Justice Kennard to retire in April Roman 3:45

2/11/2014 DIV Latinos lag behind other Californians in having access to high speed internet Huang 1:41

2/11/2014 POLI CA Supreme Court Justice Kennard to retire in April CC :08 2/11/2014 LAW DUI driver booked and MADD organizes a candlelight vigil Aguilar 1:07

2/11/2014 HEAL Obamacare postpones insurance mandate for medium businesses O'Neill 2:08

2/11/2014 ENV Experts say that even a major storm won't help the drought Tong 4:20

2/11/2014 LAW Three-judge panel gave Gov Brown two more years to bring down prison inmate population CC :17

2/11/2014 ECON California revenues are better than expected Detrow 4:43

2/11/2014 EDU Federal government looks into treatment of rape reports at Occidental College Pringle :43

2/11/2014 LAB Cal-OSHA accused of failing to do its job CC :16

2/11/2014 ENV Metropolitan Water District of Southern California tries to figure out how to share extra water Peterson 3:14

2/11/2014 ENV Metropolitan Water District of Southern California tries to figure out how to share extra water CC :17

2/11/2014 LAW LAPD wants to expand predictive policing to watch for other types of crimes including violent crime CC :14

2/11/2014 ENT Child star Shirley Temple has died CC :06

2/11/2014 POLI President Obama says US tries to protect privacy rights as it collects foreign intelligence CC :08

2/11/2014 ENV Metropolitan Water District of Southern California tries to figure out how to share extra water CC :17

2/11/2014 OBIT Creator of "Salvation Mountain" has died CC :17

2/11/2014 LAW FBI offers reward for information leading to arrest of person pointing a laser beam at an aircraft CC :15 2/11/2014 LAW One-year anniversary of Christopher Dorner's death Palta :52 The $800 million in federal dollars spent on the Healthy Marriages Initiative has had little effect on national marriage or divorce trends, a new study has found. The money is intended to foster better relationships based on the idea that children raised in a marriage may be less likely to endure 2/11/14 POLI poverty or commit crimes. Wendy Manning, Patty Howell 19:00

Glenn Greenwald became one of the world's most famous journalists almost overnight after he reported on secret programs leaked from the National Security Agency by Edward Snowden. The Intercept https://firstlook.org/theintercept/, his new venture with e-Bay co-founder Pierre Omidyar (OH-mid-ee-yar), launched Monday morning with two new stories about the National Security 2/11/14 SEC Agency. Glenn Greenwald 23:00

Mobile phones seem nearly ubiquitous, and over 20 years after the SMS was sent, text messaging is more widely used than ever. As more people turn to their cell as a primary phone and rely on 2/11/14 TECH unlimited text and data plans, phone service providers are adapting to keep up. David Furth, Ty Wooten 16:00 Police have revealed more about the woman accused of killing six people while driving drunk at high speed in the wrong direction on the 60 freeway in Diamond Bar over the weekend. Olivia Culbreath, 21, of Fontana - now being investigated for manslaughter and driving under the influence – had her 2/11/14 LAW license suspended for a DUI when she was a teenager. Dary Fiorentino 15:00 : Should states be required to meet California's strict animal welfare standards in order to sell their products in the state? That's the basis of the lawsuit filed by Missouri's attorney general, which alleges that a California's law requiring chickens to be kept in cages much larger than the nation's Bruce Friedrich, Baylen 2/11/14 ECON standard 'factory' size cage effectively bans their eggs from the state. Linnekin 13:00

From the Oxford Dictionaries word of the year to #selfiesunday on Instagram, it’s clear that smart- phone self-portraits—or ‘selfies’—are something of a cultural touchstone. We’ve seen selfies at 2/11/14 SCI funerals, presidential selfies—even a selfie from space. Pamela Rutledge 12:00

A number of immigration reform advocacy groups plan to target Congressmen in an aggressive new 2/11/2014 IMM campaign at public appearances and hearings. Lynn Tramonte 4:53

One in four American currently face medical debt. The Affordable Care Act should lessen that debt 2/11/2014 HEAL by improving access to healthcare, but some populations could still face mounting bills. No 3:25

A federal three-judge panel ruled yesterday that Governor Jerry Brown now has two more years to 2/11/2014 SECU reduce the state's prison population. Michael Montgomery 6:01

President Obama is coming to California to visit Fresno at the end of the week, where he'll get a first 2/11/2014 ENV hand view of how the drought is affecting this state. Carolyn Lochhead 2:41

A warm, wet weather system could bring as much as a half-foot of rain to some parts of California this weekend. Even so, the state's top water official says we'd need to get significant precipitation 2/11/2014 ENV every other day through May just to get back to normal. No 4:44

The Metropolitan Water District actually has a surplus of the wet stuff. Now the big question is what 2/11/2014 ENV to do with it? For more on that we're joined now by the district's general manager Jeffrey Kightlinger. Jeffrey Kightlinger 7:43

Plenty of school kids deal with a world of emotional problems, but some kids have a whole host of 2/11/2014 EDUC issues greater than the usual. Drug abuse in the home, incarcerated parents or even homelessness. No 5:09 It's Tuesday, which means that it's time for Tuesday Reviewsday, our weekly new music segment. Steve Hochman and Justino 2/11/2014 ENT This week we're joined by music critic Steve Hochman and Justino Aguila from Billboard Latin. Aguila 9:42

As the 138th Annual Westminster Dog Show continues Tuesday, we take a look at the discrimination 2/11/2014 ENT towards dachshunds, who have never won the competition's top prize of Best in Show. Paul M. Barret 6:15

Just a few hours ago, women competed in the single luge event at the Winter Olympics in Sochi. 2/11/2014 SPOR Representing the USA was southern Californian Kate Hansen of La Cañada. Kate Hansen 4:53

Known as Salvation Mountain, its long-time creator, Leonard Knight, died Monday at the age of 82. We’re joined now by Zack Godshall, a filmaker who spent time with Knight for a 2009 documentary 2/11/2014 ART called "God’s Architects." Zack Godshall 4:43

"Hidden Girl" is a harrowing tale of how a young girl wound up becoming a child slave for years, both 2/11/2014 LIT in her home country of Egypt and after her captors smuggled her into the U.S. Shyima Hall 5:09

Despite not speaking English or coming from a tradition that understands its spirituality, Japanese students come to LA every year to shock parishioners in black churches with their powerful gospel Richard Hartley, Rosylyn 2/11/2014 ART music. Rhee 10:38

2/12/2014 POLI Gary Miller (Rep) Congressman, says he'sll retire after this term. Felde :55

2/12/2014 OBIT TV pioneer Sid Caesar dies at 91. Rabe 1:55

Federal officials to meet with CA Governor Brown to discuss how cities can minimize, adapt to 2/12/2014 ENV climate change. CC :10

2/12/2014 ENV CA Governor Brown looking for a middle path between warring sides in the state's drought crisis. CC :09

Governor Brown is expected to return to the Valley on Friday, when President Obama visits Fresno 2/12/2014 ENV to discuss the drought. CC :16

2/12/2014 LAW LA DA announces new sex trafficking diversion program for children and teens. Aguilar 1:13

2/12/2014 HEAL New federal numbers on CA health insurance enrollment. Florido :48

The Walt Disney Company is taking applications for a program designed to fund and support 2/12/2014 ENT entertainment start-ups. Watt :52

2/12/2014 LAW A group of ex politicians say they have a plan to fix California's death penalty. Palta :48 2/12/2014 ART The California Arts Council is asking for five times as much state funding as it gets now. CC :17

2/12/2014 HEAL A Canadian study is reviewing the debate on the importance of mammograms. CC :12

The construction team behind the new Wilshire Grand hopes to complete the world's largest 2/12/2014 SCI concrete foundation pour Saturday. Totten 3:45

2/12/2014 POLI David Alvarez loses his bid to be come the first Latino mayor of San Diego. Dirks :41

2/12/2014 ENV The drought is creating pressure for action in Sacramento. Detrow 1:04

2/12/2014 POLI San Diego voters have elected Republican city councilman Kevin Faulconer as mayor. CC :08

2/12/2014 TRAN The latest round of closures on the 405 Freeway expansion project begins Friday. Jahad 1:39

2/12/2014 SAC California's longest serving current Supreme Court justice is stepping a down. Orr :29

2/12/2014 LAW LA County DA announces sex trafficking diversion program. Aguilar 1:08

2/12/2014 LAW LA DA wants to make sure minors who engage in sex for pay are seen as victims, not criminals. CC :18

2/12/2014 HOUS Home sales in SoCal fell in Jan to their lowes level in three years. CC :12

2/12/2014 ENT TV Comedy pioneer Sid Caesar has died. CC :09

Energy from a massive and controversial solar development in the desert of San Bernardino County 2/12/2014 SCI is now being sold on the commercial market. Peterson :58

2/12/2014 LAW Fire officials worry that pre-1974 LA residential high rises don't have to have sprinklers. Stoltze 5:30

California's legislative analysist's office has serious concerns about Gov. Jerry Brown's approach to 2/12/2014 EDU funding public colleges. Guzman :55 Marilynn Marchione, AP Chief Medical Writer A Canadian study that many experts say has major flaws has revived a debate about the value of Dr. Joanne Mortimer, Dr. M. 2/12/14 HEAL mammograms. William Audeh, 20:00

The Opinion Pages in the New York Times on Sunday had an intriguing feature, asking whether atheism is a rational belief. A theologian argues in the piece http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/02/09/is-atheism-irrational/?_php=true&_type=blogs&_r=0 that there's an absence of evidence to support atheism as a logical position, that the best atheists William Lane Craig, Michael 2/12/14 RELI could prove is that God might not exist. Shermer 20:00

The 12-step model of alcohol addiction treatment has been the status quo in rehabilitation centers for well over fifty years. Alcoholics Anonymous was formed in the 1930s and by 2000, the 12 steps were Dr. Lance Dodes, Marc 2/12/14 HEAL the program of choice for 90 percent of American addiction treatment programs. Mahoney 28:00:00

Matthew Barrett was elated when offered a job last year as food services director of Massachusetts Catholic school, Fontbonne Academy. As reported on NPR, Barrett started to prepare new-hire forms 2/12/14 LGB including listing his husband as an emergency contact. Brad Dacus, Brad Dacus 20:00

Alfonso Cuaron’s stunning sci-fi drama ‘Gravity’ earned 10 Oscar nominations this year. Among them, a nod for the film’s production design—which includes a meticulously-crafted Space Shuttle and striking simulation of the zero-gravity environment beyond earth’s atmosphere. Transporting audiences so convincingly to a far-off place they’ve never been was the job of production designer 2/12/14 ENT Andy Nicholson. Andy Nicholson 15:00

2/12/2014 DIV A new report out of UCLA highlights the lack of people of color in TV and film. Darnell Hunt 8:02

A federal ban currently blocks 5.8 million felons from voting, but Attorney General Eric Holder is 2/12/2014 LAW urging states to change that. Jotaka Eaddy 5:52

California's drought woes are getting the attention of lawmakers in Washington with California Senators Diane Feinstein and Barbara Boxer introducing drought legislation to help the state deal 2/12/2014 ENV with the drought. Sasha Khokha 7:29

The drought in California has also prompted a rise in business for companies who can bring water to 2/12/2014 ENV struggling farms. One of them is called Rain for Rent. David Gray 4:43

It's time for sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, who have covered the sports scene for ESPN 2/12/2014 SPOR and the L.A. Times. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 9:35

Univision recently announced plans to develop a whole slate of products bearing Infante's name and 2/12/2014 ECON likeness, from coffee to bottled salsa. Gabriel Reyes 6:19

A new study conducted by The British Medical Journal says that there is no difference in the breast 2/12/2014 HEAL cancer death rates of women who have mammograms and those who do not. Alice Chung 7:28 City law exempts pre-1974 high-rise residences from having sprinklers. Fire officials say this is bad 2/12/2014 LAW policy. The condo industry says the cost doesn't match the risk. No 6:31

The iOS game Flappy Bird was an unexpected success. Released in March of 2013, it was 2/12/2014 TECH downloaded a few times between then and the end of the year. But all of the sudden it exploded. Will Oremus 5:50

Republican Kevin Faulconer will replace Democrat Bob Filner for the rest of the disgraced San Diego 2/12/2014 POLI Mayor's term. Faulconer defeated his Democratic opponent Nathan Fletcher. Sandhya Dirks 4:29

There are new developments this week in the beating death of Kim Pham, the young woman who died after a fight broke out outside a Santa Ana nightclub last month. An Orange County judge has 2/12/2014 LAW determined that a trial will move forward in the case. Ed Joyce 4:34

This Saturday construction workers for the planned 73 story Wilshire Grand tower will attempt to set 2/12/2014 ENV a record for the largest single concrete foundation pour ever. No 4:13

2/12/2014 ENT Charles Phoenix shares his favorite places to stop on the way to heading out to Palm Springs. Charles Phoenix 4:00

Rufus, the 37-year-old pacu fish who has spent most of his life at Bahooka's restaurant in 2/12/2014 ENV Rosemead, has found a permanent home. Steve Silva 5:34

2/13/2014 FOR Afghanistan has released 65 prisoners accused of being militants despite US warnings. CC :22

The french-inspired Bistro and bakery, Republique, is charging a surcharge to cover employee's 2/13/2014 ECON health care costs. Bergman 3:41

2/13/2014 HEAL State Senator Ricardo Lara to introduce bill subsidizing health coverage for undocumented. Florido 2:22

Former Governors Deukmejian, Davis and Wilson announced an effort to place a death penalty 2/13/2014 LAW reform initiative on a Statewide ballot. CC :22

2/13/2014 DC President Obama heads to Fresno during the DC Snow Storm Felde :50

2/13/2014 OBIT John Rabe interviews Sid Caesar in 2000. Rabe :11

2/13/2014 HOUS Data shows a big upswing in the number of California homes entering the foreclosure process Milne :52

2/13/2014 LAW A federal appeals court struck down California's concealed weapons law. CC :22 2/13/2014 ENV CA lands five teams in Department of Energy's solar decathlon Joyce :44

2/13/2014 LAW Six counts of murder charges have been filed against accused drunk driver Olivia Culbreath. Aguilar :52

Home forclosures in California are up 12 percent from December to January and 60 percent higher 2/13/2014 HOUS than a year ago. Blomquist :17

2/13/2014 ECON Florists in California are urging you to buy local for Valentine's Day. Milne :49

US and Afghanistan are in dispute about 65 released prisoners the US views as dangerous 2/13/2014 FOR insurgents. Loyn :57

The U-S Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down a California law that limits the carrying of 2/13/2014 LAW concealed weapon Orr :34

2/13/2014 LAW New bill would make CA first state to require warning label on sugary drinks CC :11

2/13/2014 ECON Comcast announced it's buying Time Warner Cable. Watt 2:38

Three former governors threw their support behind a ballot initiative aimed at fixing the state's death 2/13/2014 LAW penalty system. Palta 1:28

2/13/2014 LAW Ninth Circuit panel strikes down San Diego County's concealed weapons rules CC :17

2/13/2014 HEAL Health officials concerned about higher rate of 5 to 14-year-olds getting pertussis. Aguilera 1:15

Comcast announced plans to buy rival Time Warner Cable in an all-stock deal worth more than 45- 2/13/2014 ECON billion dollars. CC :19

The two biggest cable companies in the US want permission to merge into one giant media behemoth that would provide cable TV to nearly one-third of all homes in the country. Comcast has 2/13/14 MEDI announced that it wants to buy rival Time Warner Cable in an all-stock deal worth $45.2 billion. Steve Effros, Jodie Griffin 21:00

The L.A. City Council moved ahead with plans to end an 8-year class action lawsuit over garbage- truck driver breaks, to the tune of $26 million, according to the Los Angeles Times. The settlement comes after a long battle over restrictions placed on drivers breaks. To avoid the misconception that David (Dave) Zahniser, 2/13/14 LAW drivers were sleeping on the job, trash truck drivers were forbidden from napping during their breaks. Michael Waterstone 15:00 Yale law professor and self-described 'Tiger Mom' Amy Chua is no stranger to controversy. Her first book, The Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother incited a rancorous debate in the so-called 'mommy wars' 2/13/14 LIT over the best approach to raising successful children Amy Chua, Jed Rubenfeld 25:00:00

A 2-1 decision in the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals rules that California will allow law-abiding citizens to carry concealed firearms in public. The decision strikes down the core of California’s permit guidelines for handguns. State law will require gun-carrying residents to show “good cause” 2/13/14 LAW beyond self-protection in order to obtain a concealed-carry permit. Chuck Michel, Adam Winkler 23:00

Steve McQueen’s “12 Years A Slave” has been a box office hit and critical darling, earning nine Oscar nominations and snagging the Best Picture - Drama award at the Golden Globes. The film tells the story of Solomon Northup, a free-born African American violinist who was captured by slave 2/13/14 ENT traders -- Northup recounted his experiences in his memoir, Twelve Years A Slave. Steve McQueen 14:00

Let's talk about the future of the Internet in the U.S. Or more specifically, the future of the Internet for 2/13/2014 TECH about 30 million people. Brooks Boliek 14:51

Emily Bazar, senior writer for the California Healthcare Foundation Center for Health Reporting, joins 2/13/2014 HEAL us to answer questions about the Affordable Care Act. Emily Bazar 4:30

If you've been out and about lately you may have noticed the not so new trend of e-cigarettes. We're 2/13/2014 HEAL joined by Megan McArdle who wrote about the expanding industry for Bloomberg Businessweek. Megan McArdle 6:43

Yesterday, the LA city council voted unanimously to allow beekeeping in the city, which, as you can 2/13/2014 LAW imagine, has created some buzz. Rob McFarland 3:44

The high-tech industry does not look like the rest of California. There are very few African-Americans 2/13/2014 TECH or Latinos working at tech companies. No 4:11

Republique has been called the city’s hottest new restaurant, but it also might be the most 2/13/2014 LAW controversial because of a three-percent surcharge added to every tab. No 3:41

Valentine's Day is upon us, and while February 14th is usually a time for grand expressions of love, 2/13/2014 ENT what should you do if you're in a new relationship? Emily Yoffe 5:43

It's Thursday, and that means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government throughout California. To help us with that today, we're joined in studio by KPCC political reporters 2/13/2014 POLI Alice Walton and Frank Stoltze. Alice Walton, Frank Stoltze 14:42

Former California Governors Gray Davis, George Deukmejian and Pete Wilson are announcing an 2/13/2014 POLI effort today to place a death penalty reform initiative on the statewide ballot. Ellen Kreitzberg 6:00 As another winter storm creeps up the Northeast and Midwest, people are bracing themselves for the snowy roads, canceled flights and power outages. But this winter storm is also bringing something 2/13/2014 ENV east coast natives aren't used to: quakes! Laurence Becker 4:53

We're joined by Booth Moore, she's the fashion critic for the Los Angeles Times and she's been on 2/13/2014 ENT the ground there this week. Booth Moore 7:42

Some critics have dubbed it the worst poem ever. But one poet believes Stewart's work shows some 2/13/2014 ENT promise, and above all bravery. Brian Kim Stefans 3:49

2/14/2014 SCI New research suggests answers to the mystery of why flowers appeared so suddenly 100 years ago Totten 1:24

2/14/2014 IMM California is the biggest state to grant driver's licenses to immigrants without legal status Huang 1:31

2/14/2014 IMM Navigating relationships with undocumented immigrants Berestein Rojas 4:20

2/14/2014 ECON California's largest export market is Mexico Collins 4:17

2/14/2014 POLI President Obama announced millions in federal drought assistance CC :15

2/14/2014 ENT Ralph Waite, father on "The Waltons" has died CC :10

2/14/2014 ENT United Artists Theatre reopens tonight Brenner 3:42

2/14/2014 TRAN 17 witnesses called 911 to report a wrong-way driver before the Diamond Bar crash CC :29

2/14/2014 DC Republicans not invited to Fresno drought event Felde :38

2/14/2014 ENT United Artists Theatre reopens tonight CC :17

2/14/2014 TRAN Metro held a speed-dating event on the Red Line CC :10

2/14/2014 TRAN Metro held a speed-dating event on the Red Line CC :10 2/14/2014 ENT House of Cards drops on Netflix Watt :59

2/14/2014 HEAL State Senator Ricardo Lara to introduce bill subsidizing health coverage for undocumented. CC :16

2/14/2014 YOUT Human rights organization launched an app to help young adults deal with bullying and online hate CC :18

2/14/2014 POLI President Obama announced millions in federal drought assistance CC :13

41 more flu-related deaths in the week ending Feb. 7, but officials still think epidemic peaked a month 2/14/2014 HEAL ago Aguilera :56

2/14/2014 TRAN LA Metro's Red Line became a love train for Valentine's Day Jahad 1:00

2/14/2014 SCI Rain in NorCal has helped to diminish drought but SoCal is still too dry CC :17

2/14/2014 LAW California has plenty of money available to comply with mandate to reduce prison population CC :09

2/14/2014 POLI President Obama announced millions in federal drought assistance CC :21

2/14/2014 LAW California has plenty of money available to comply with mandate to reduce prison population Pringle :53 Medical experts and a state lawmaker proposed a bill this Thursday that would require soft drinks and other sugary beverages sold in California to carry a warning label similar to those placed on cigarette cartons. The proposal cites studies linking soda to obesity and other health risks, including Sen. Bill Monning (D-Carmel), 2/14/14 LAW diabetes and tooth decay. Bob Achermann 12:00

A hot new French restaurant in Hancock Park serves up rich dishes, delicate pastries and a surprise when the bill comes around. Republique servers explain to customers that a 3% surcharge called the 2/14/14 ECON “Healthy LA” tax pays for workers’ health care. Ben Bergman 20:00 A new study from the Pew Research Center on technology usage of American couples finds that over a quarter of internet users in a marriage or committed relationship share an email account with each other, and that more than half of them have shared the password to one or more of their online 2/14/14 TECH accounts. Jessica Carbino 8:00

Larry and KPCC film critics Alynda Wheat and Lael Loewenstein review this week’s releases, including Robocop, About Last Night, Endless Love and more. TGI-Filmweek! Alynda Wheat, Lael 2/14/14 ENT Loewenstein 29:00:00

California sold more than $26 billion in goods to Mexico, but a huge chunk of those dollars come from 2/14/2014 FORE large businesses. This week, smaller businesses were in Mexico trying to do deals. Jennifer Collins 4:41 One issue President Obama is expected to raise during his Central Valley stop is the connection 2/14/2014 POLI between extreme weather events — like the drought — and climate change. No 2:09

It's Valentine's Day! And the end of another work week, so that means it's time for the Friday 2/14/2014 POLI Flashback, Take Two's look at the week in news. James Rainey, Jamelle Bouie 9:45

For those who prefer terms like Gender Variant, Pangender, or Two Spirit, there's some good news. At least online. Yesterday, Facebook expanded its list of gender options to about 50 different 2/14/2014 LGB descriptors. Mark Snyder 5:04

It's a day to celebrate flowers, overly sweetened chocolate and romantic love... but what does 2/14/2014 LIT romantic love mean in this day and age? Daniel Jones 7:03

According to a new Field Poll from the California Endowment, when it comes to kids, the majority of 2/14/2014 HEAL Californians are very concerned about two things: unhealthy eating and lack of exercise. George Flores 4:00

By some estimates, obesity-related disease accounts for twenty percent of health care expenses in this country, but who should pay the price? According to some in the legal community, that 2/14/2014 HEAL responsibility falls with the food manufacturers themselves Helena Bottemiller Evich 4:34

Michael Steinberger's new book, "The Wine Savant: A Guide to the New Wine Culture," helps make 2/14/2014 LIT sense of contemporary wine culture. Michael Steinberger 7:04

Time now for the Comment Box where listeners weigh in on the stuff we're talking about on Take 2/14/2014 ENT Two. No 2:16

Antarctic researchers have uncovered old film negatives left behind by one of Shackleton's teams 2/14/2014 ART 100 years ago. Nigel Watson 7:40

2/15/2014 HEAL Californians have until Feb. 15 to purchase health insurance for coverage that begins on March 1 O'Neill :47

2/15/2014 ENV Final federal plan for the Merced River permits recreational activities and caps visitors Peterson 1:00

2/15/2014 TRAN First morning of Jamzilla is here Jahad 2:05

2/15/2014 SPOR Men's hockey match ends in shootout tiebreaker between US and Russia CC :06

The former Black Flag frontman, writer, publisher and actor talks with KPCC's Kevin Ferguson about Kevin Ferguson / Henry 2/15/2014 ART Ray Bradbury, Washington, DC, South Bay Punk and Aerosmith. Rollins 14:18:00

Lynn Garrett of HiddenLA gives us an update on the efforts to move Rufus, the ancient pacu, from 2/15/2014 ART the old Bahooka to Damon's. John Rabe / Lynn Garrett 5:41:00 Van Buren, Polk, Fillmore, Pierce, Hayes, Arthur...These men are Roosevelts and Reagans compared to President Franklin Marshall. John Rabe talks with actor and amateur historian Barry Cutler, who will be presenting his findings about Marshall to the Southwestern Division of the 2/15/2014 HIST Amateur Historians of America next month. 8:14:00

2/15/2014 ART John Rabe talks with Kevin Ferguson about why people were so intrigued by Dumb Starbucks. John Rabe / Kevin Ferguson 5:22:00

An exclusive, un-aired interview with the late Sid Caesar, the man who invented sketch comedy for 2/15/2014 I television. John Rabe / Sid Caesar 5:15:00

2/15/2014 I Robert Garrova talks with Kien Thay about her passion for cars and auto mechanics. Robert Garrova / Kien Thay 4:28:00

Alex Cohen / A Martinez / 2/15/2014 DIV Mary Plummer stops by Dumb Starbucks to determine who is behind it and why it opened. Mary Plummer 4:56:00

2/16/2014 POLI Lawmaker has introduced a bill that would allow 16-year-olds to pre-register to vote CC :11

2/16/2014 DC Congressman not satisfied with FAA response. Felde 1:01

2/16/2014 POLI California Republican party feels more optimistic after winning some local races CC :10

2/16/2014 POLI California Republican party feels more optimistic after winning some local races Orr :54

2/16/2014 POLI Lawmaker has introduced a bill that would allow 16-year-olds to pre-register to vote Pringle :46

2/16/2014 HEAL Covered California makes push to enroll more Latinos before next deadline Walton 1:12

2/16/2014 ECON Crowds gather for concrete pour downtown LA CC :04

2/16/2014 SPOR Ice dancer Madison Chock makes her Olympic debut CC :13

2/16/2014 ECON World's biggest concrete pour in Downtown LA Walton :10 2/16/2014 SPOR Ice dancer Madison Chock makes her Olympic debut CC :03

2/16/2014 TRAN Jamzilla hasn't created too much traffic yet CC :17

2/17/2014 TRAN Loh Life Car Talk Loh 2:58

2/17/2014 ART A national group is releasing new nationwide arts education standards for public review Plummer :50

2/17/2014 LAW LA County Supervisors consider a payout to family of mentally ill woman shot by sheriff's deputies Palta 1:30

Glendale Water and Power is expanding a pilot program that gives homeowners immediate realtime 2/17/2014 ENV data on their electricity and water usage Kim 1:16

2/17/2014 ENV New research shows Earth absorbs more of the sun's energy as ice in the Arctic circle retreats Peterson :50

2/17/2014 LAW Outgoing Supreme Court Justice Kennard has a unique personal history Roman 4:25

2/17/2014 ENV Wine bottles could help save CA recycling program Standen 3:14

2/17/2014 SCI Herbalist concocts a special brew to mend a broken heart Bernard 4:31

2/17/2014 LAW Mobile phone app for kids to use to report hate crimes Aguilar 1:20

2/17/2014 LAW New information about abuse case inside LA County jails Jahad 1:16

2/17/2014 ECON Wilshire Grand sets record for longest concrete pour Walton 1:27

Legitimate marijuana businesses could have an easier time securing loans and setting up bank 2/17/2014 ECON accounts under new federal guidelines Montgomery :35

2/17/2014 HEAL Covered California makes push to enroll more Latinos before next deadline Dembosky 4:53 2/17/2014 SPOR Bubba Watson won Northern Trust Open over the weekend CC :07

2/17/2014 SPOR NBA All-Star Game was highest-scoring game ever CC :08

2/17/2014 ECON Wilshire Grand sets record for longest concrete pour CC :08

2/17/2014 TRAN Metro makes good process on the Sepulveda Pass CC :12

2/17/2014 ENV AQMD issues No Burn Alert CC :17

2/17/2014 LAW Pasadena police search for a murder suspect CC :13

2/17/2014 TRAN Jamzilla is over, looking ahead to what's left to be done in the Sepulveda Pass improvement project McNary 1:21

2/17/2014 LAW CHP mourns death of two officers in Fresno CC :16

The balmy weather during the Sochi Olympics raises the question: What will be the future of the 2/17/2014 SPOR winter sports on a warming planet? Porter Fox N/A

A combination of already-existing infrastructure and the constraints of a tight budget allowed LA to 2/17/2014 SPOR host one of the most successful Olympics ever. John Simones 7:08

In the first part of a water series we’re calling Pipe Dreams, Laurel Morales from the Fronteras Desk went to Las Vegas to talk to a woman who has redefined water management in the west, outgoing 2/17/2014 ENV water czar Pat Mulroy. No N/A

Tonight, Jimmy Fallon officially takes over "The Tonight Show," but he does so amidst a very 2/17/2014 ENT different media landscape from the one that launched the show in back in 1954. Michael O'Connell N/A

Looking for ways to count down the hours until Jimmy Fallon's big debut, you could spend them 2/17/2014 ENT watching a whole lot of Kevin Spacey. Lauren Osen N/A

Time for On the Lot, our weekly summary of news from the movie business with LA Times reporter 2/17/2014 ENT Rebecca Keegan. Rebecca Keegan N/A

Michael Wilkinson has designed costumes for movies including "Man of Steel", "TRON: Legacy", and "Twilight", among many others. But this year might be the one he's most proud of. He's been 2/17/2014 ENT nominated for an Academy Award for Best Costume Design for the film American Hustle. Michael Wilkinson 6:04 It used to be you, if you were sick, you'd call your doctor and go in for a checkup. But as patient loads 2/17/2014 HEAL increase, medical doctors don't always have time to see or consult you for every ailment. Anna Gorman N/A

Now to the ongoing effort to enroll folks in the Affordable Care Act. Since the process began, 2/17/2014 HEAL California has been scrambling to sign up Latinos. No 5:02

For most people, putting cans and bottles into the recycling bin marks the last time they'll ever think 2/17/2014 ENV about them, but there's a crisis in California's recycling program. No N/A

For the California Report, Sara Bernard catches up with a clinical herbalist and folk healer to learn about a special heart remedy, and to participate in a traditional ceremony to help transcend her own 2/17/2014 ENT loss. No N/A

Fresh out of Yale's prestigious school of Drama, Lupita Nyong'o landed a role in the new film by 2/17/2014 ENT acclaimed director Steve McQueen, 12 years a Slave. Lupita Nyong'o 9:46

Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin has written her sixth book, which looks at how President Teddy 2/17/2014 HIST Roosevelt shaped the bully pulpit. Doris Kearns Goodwin 15:44

2/18/2014 SCI A new species of bacteria found in grapes evolved from human acne, blowing scientists minds Totten 1:54

The backers of an initiative to legalize marijuana for recreational use have decided not to try getting 2/18/2014 POLI on the ballot this year McNary 1:01

2/18/2014 HOUS pressure inside and outside state Capitol to create new money for affordable housing projects CC :11

2/18/2014 LAB Labor union collects signatures for ballot measures CC :17

2/18/2014 ENV Ten communities in California are at risk of running out of water in the next 60 days Quinton :53

2/18/2014 ECON Ten communities in California are at risk of running out of water in the next 60 days CC :17

LAPD amends its policy regarding reviews of force investigations to ensure that the department and 2/18/2014 LAW police commission may consider an officer's actionprior to a shooting or force incident Aguilar 1:21

2/18/2014 EDU The viral Facebook group grabs the attention of the school board Gilbertson 1:14

Uninsured Californians have several more deadlines left before they must have insurance or face a 2/18/2014 HEAL penalty O'Neill :40 2/18/2014 LAW California law enforcement reviews federal court decision over concealed weapons permits Stoltze 1:10

2/18/2014 POLI New bill would require criminal background checks for all ammunition purchases CC :10

2/18/2014 POLI New bill would require criminal background checks for all ammunition purchases Pringle :56

Truck drivers at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach appear in court to claim they were coerced 2/18/2014 LAW into signing away the right to sue their employer Berestein Rojas 1:12

2/18/2014 POLI Legalization supporters delay efforts to get a pot measure on the ballot in November CC :09

2/18/2014 EDU Early education reform will affect the workforce Fernandes 4:03

2/18/2014 DIV Little Arabia in Anaheim Huang 3:44

2/18/2014 HEAL Covered California makes push to enroll more Latinos before next deadline Dembosky 4:37

2/18/2014 EDU California students are five weeks out from first ever online standardized exam Tintocalis 1:29

2/18/2014 ENT "Tonight Show" is turned over to Jimmy Fallon CC :09

2/18/2014 ENT "Tonight Show" is turned over to Jimmy Fallon CC :05

2/18/2014 LAW Pasadena police arrested a murder suspect CC :05

2/18/2014 SPOR Coverage of the Olympics in Sochi, Russia Johnson 3:16

2/18/2014 ENER New fuel efficiency standards ordered for medium and heavy-duty vehicles CC :15

LAPD amends its policy regarding reviews of force investigations to ensure that the department and 2/18/2014 LAW police commission may consider an officer's actionprior to a shooting or force incident CC :15 2/18/2014 ECON LA City Council wants to require big hotels to increase pay to employees CC :18

2/18/2014 POLI Represntative McLeod won't be returning to Congress McNary :59

2/18/2014 SPOR Clippers and Lakers kick of the second half of NBA season in town CC :15

2/18/2014 DIS Office building in West Hollywood sparks arson investigation CC :10

2/18/2014 EDU Reality personality Omarosa runs for LA Unified school board Guzman :52

2/18/2014 ECON LA City Council wants to require big hotels to increase pay to employees Stoltze :54

Group of citi council members say they want large hotels to dramatically increase how much they pay 2/18/2014 POLI employees Stoltze 3:36

The United Auto Workers suffered a major defeat on Friday when employees of a Volkswagen plant in Tennessee rejected plans to unionize the European-owned factory. The UAW was defeated in a Fred Wszolek, Nelson 2/18/14 ECON tense 712-626 vote Friday night. Lichtenstein 19:00 In a new book about the takeover of the American meat industry by a few large companies, investigative journalist and New America Foundation fellow Christopher Leonard hones in on Tyson Foods. Tyson is the biggest of the U.S.’s meat giants, bringing in $28 billion in annual sales and $780 2/18/14 ECON million in profits. Christopher Leonard 19:00

A case before the California Supreme Court will soon decide whether party hosts can be held responsible in alcohol suits. The case follows the death of an inebriated 19-year-old student, Andrew Ennabe, who was hit and killed by a drunk driver after a house party. The host, then-20-year-old Jessica Manosa, threw the party at her parents rental home without their permission -- the victim’s 2/18/14 LAW parents are now suing the Manosa’s via their homeowners insurance for liability in their son’s death. James Mosher, Gary Watt 18:00

Studies suggest that Asian-American students at highly selective universities have mean SAT scores considerably higher than their classmates yet are rejected at a disproportionate rate. Enrollment at the Ivies remains stagnant as the number of Asian students in the US has more than doubled in that period. Is there a benign explanation for these numbers? Rumors of discriminatory Richard H. Sander, Nancy quotas abound -- what’s really happening? Leong, Albert Giang, Kevin 2/18/14 EDU Newman 42:00:00

At issue is the way the police commission looks at officer-involved shootings and whether they are justified. Traditionally, the commission has looked at the shooting itself and whether at the time of the 2/18/2014 LAW shooting, the officer was indeed facing a deadly threat Erika Aguilar 3:22

California was the first state to legalize the medical use of marijuana back in 1996. For a while, it 2/18/2014 POLI seemed likely that we'd be voting on whether to legalize recreational pot this fall. Ethan Nadelmann 6:08 The ballot initiative process, by which the voters themselves can force a public vote on an issue, is used extensively in California. Prop 8, which opposed same sex marriage, was one such ballot initiative. But the fact that it was overturned has raised some questions about how those initiatives 2/18/2014 POLI are defended and upheld. John Myers 4:51

Sonari Glinton, business reporter for NPR who has been covering the Winter Games in Sochi, joins 2/18/2014 SPOR the show with an update. Sonari Glinton 5:40

Madison Chock, Torrance native, competed in the Winter Olympics in Sochi with partner Evan Bates in the Ice Dance event. While Madison may have come up short in her quest for gold, she represents 2/18/2014 SPOR the next generation of U.S. competitors in the Winter Olympics games. Madison Chock 4:52

In the California desert, the battle between environmentalists and renewable energy companies is 2/18/2014 ENV heating up. Some conservation groups say the local impact on plants and animals is too severe. No 4:34

The idea of branding Little Arabia has caught on with city leaders eager to promote another facet of 2/18/2014 RACE Anaheim beyond Disneyland. No 4:02

2/18/2014 ENT It's Tuesday and we've got some new music, so you know what that means... Tuesday Reviewsday! Morgan Rhodes, Oliver Wang 11:04

There has been no lack of problems with the rollout of the Affordable Care Act. Something 2/18/2014 HEAL Republicans across the country are quick to pick up on as they head into mid-term elections. Katie Glueck 4:46

Bellflower childcare provider Tonia McMillian has become an advocate for her peers. He next goals? 2/18/2014 EDUC Unionization and a voice in state policy decisions. No 4:20

Former Top 40 host Casey Kasem first began spinning records and telling tales here in Southern 2/18/2014 ENT California, half a century ago. KPCC's Steve Proffitt has his story. No 9:21

The family drama between Kasem's wife Jean and his children from his first marriage concerns 2/18/2014 ENT Kasem's care as he's suffering from advanced Parkinson's disease. Hal Espen 6:11

The musical was written by 'South Park' creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, and like the animated David Larsen, Cody Jamison 2/18/2014 ENT sitcom, 'The Book of Mormon' is wild, blasphemous and hilarious Strand 11:27

Rufus, the 37-year-old pacu fish who has spent most of his life at Bahooka's restaurant in 2/18/2014 ENT Rosemead, has found a permanent home. Steve Silva 5:34

2/19/2014 POLI Gov Brown announced legislation to provide immediate relief to communities hit hard by the drought CC :11

2/19/2014 POLI Gov Brown announced legislation to provide immediate relief to communities hit hard by the drought CC :23

2/19/2014 HEAL USC study finds genetic pathway that governs how your body reacts to diet changes O'Neill :52 2/19/2014 ECON New bill in state legislature would expand CA's tax credit program CC :07

2/19/2014 EDU The school board may have violated the Brown Act by appointing an interim member in private Gilbertson 1:32

2/19/2014 LAW More cutbacks in court services across California Palta :54

2/19/2014 ECON New economic forecast says SoCal will cotninue to add more jobs this year CC :09

2/19/2014 POLI Gov Brown, Democratic leaders propose hundreds of millions of dollars for emergency drought relief Orr :47

2/19/2014 ECON Educators call on CA lawmakers to help fund pension fund Detrow 1:11

CA lawmakers have introduced a pair of bills that would restore funding cuts made in recent years to 2/19/2014 HEAL Medi-Cal CC :11

2/19/2014 HEAL Health care workers union collects signatures for ballot measures to lower health care costs Bartolone 1:52

2/19/2014 LAW LA City Attorney files civil suit against two unlicensed assisted living facilities CC :08

2/19/2014 ENV National Weather Service issues high wind warnings CC :11

2/19/2014 FOR Clashes between demonstrators and police in Ukraine have left at least 25 people dead CC :24

2/19/2014 LAW More details released about $13 million dollar Archdiocese settlement in clergy abuse cases Jahad :50

2/19/2014 LAW Chief Beck says allowing more concealed weapons is a bad law CC :12

2/19/2014 POLI President Obama met with leaders in Mexico to expand trade opportunities CC :10

2/19/2014 SPOR US men's hockey team is moving to semifinals CC :11 2/19/2014 LAW Lawyers in case against LA Archdiocese provide more details on the case CC :09

2/19/2014 ENV Gov Brown announced legislation to provide immediate relief to communities hit hard by the drought Peterson 4:04

2/19/2014 TRAN Metrolink is first commuter rail service to implement technology that helps avoid train collisions Watt 1:36

2/19/2014 ENT Imagine Dragons song "Radioactive" broke record for longest run on the Billboard Hot 100 CC :33

2/19/2014 EDU LAUSD faces criticism after appointing an interim member CC :08

2/19/2014 LAW Lawyers in case against LA Archdiocese provide more details on the case Jahad 1:21

2/19/2014 EDU Educators call on CA lawmakers to help fund pension fund CC :10

Invasive mussels have been found in an area lake. How they got there and what it means going 2/19/2014 ENV forward Kim 4:15

2/19/2014 TRAN Metro says natural gas buses have cleared final inspection CC :18

2/19/2014 EDU Profile of Cal State remedial efforts after LAO report Guzman 3:46

A new report from the Congressional Budget Office says that increasing the national minimum wage to $10.10 would cause the loss of 500,000 jobs but would raise earnings for about 16.5 million low- David Neumark, David 2/19/14 ECON wage workers. The report also states that 900,000 fewer people would live below the poverty line. Cooper 20:00 Los Angeles Police Department Chief Charlie Beck joins Larry in-studio for AirTalk's monthly check in. This month's discussion includes a significant change in investigating officer-involved shootings. After yesterday’s police commission meeting, the LAPD will change how it reviews the use of deadly 2/19/14 LAW force by police officers. Charlie Beck 22:00

California State Senator Ricardo Lara (D-Bell Gardens) has introduced a bill to give undocumented immigrants in the state access to free or subsidized healthcare. Undocumented Californians currently do not qualified for Medi-Cal, or health insurance coverage under Covered California, the state-run health exchanged launched under the Affordable Care Act. Ricardo Lara, Michael 2/19/14 LAW Cannon, Nadereh Pourat 19:00

Silicon Valley Venture Capitalist Tim Draper certainly thinks so -- his plan to divide California into six Tim Draper, Greg Baumann, new states gathered new momentum this week after Draper received permission from California Joe Moore, Katie Orr, Bianca 2/19/14 POLI Secretary of State Debra Bowen to begin collecting petition signatures for his measure. Barragan 25:00:00 The Venezuelan-born musical director of the LA Philharmonic has stepped back into LA amid criticism of a concert he held in the Venezuelan capital Caracas only blocks away from where a student was killed during violent protests. The situation there has since escalated and opposition Juan Forero, Gabriela 2/19/14 ART leader Leopoldo Lopez turned himself into authorities on Tuesday. Montero 11:00

It's the meeting called "The Three Amigos." President Obama is in Toluca, Mexico today to meet with 2/19/2014 POLI Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto. Chris Wilson 7:35

There's been a mounting uproar over a Time magazine cover set for publication next week. It 2/19/2014 POLI features a photo of a statuesque President Pena Nieto with the headline "Saving Mexico." Daniel Hernandez 5:15

The LAPD's civilian oversight panel unanimously decided that what an officer does in the moments before a shooting will now be considered when investigating use of deadly force. Part of the reason 2/19/2014 LAW for this decision relates to how the police deal with the mentally ill. Charles Lennon 7:56

We turn to Angela Robinson, who has worked as a director and producer of some projects you might 2/19/2014 DIV have heard of like The L Word and True Blood. Angela Robinson 7:06

It's time for sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, who have covered the sports scene for ESPN 2/19/2014 SPOR and the L.A. Times. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 9:56

Olympic officials in Sochi had to sweet-talk a Swiss salesman, re-route a plane from Bulgaria, and 2/19/2014 SPOR have the Russians strong-arm through customs ... all for 19 tons of salt needed for the slopes. Sam Dolnick 5:09

After more than a decade, the L.A. archdiocese is settling the last of its pending priest molestation 2/19/2014 RELI lawsuits. In about an hour, lawyers will hold a press conference to discuss details of the settlement. Victoria Kim 7:02

The Congressional Budget Office released a report this week on how increasing the federal minimum wage would affect workers and businesses across the country. Here in California, the minimum wage 2/19/2014 ECON is set to increase to $9 per hour in July and $10 per hour in 2016. Michael C. Bender 7:01

It's not a funky new ad campaign, it's actually part of their new terms of service agreement. The 2/19/2014 LAW actual wording reads "We may contact you in any manner we choose." David Lazarus 5:36

There's a legal battle over who invented them, who gets to make them for Trader Joe's, and how 2/19/2014 LAW TJ's own supply chain works. Alfred Lee 4:48

A small, freshwater mussel called the Quagga has moved into a Southland waterway, and it's 2/19/2014 ENV particularly damaging. No 4:37

Bob Casale was a musician best know for his work with DEVO, a band which made a name for itself 2/19/2014 OBIT in the late 1970s. Gerald Casale 10:55

2/20/2014 RACE UCLA and USC join forces to combat racist fliers Huang 3:45 2/20/2014 ENV Gov Brown announced legislation to provide immediate relief to communities hit hard by the drought Detrow 1:40

2/20/2014 YOUT California is behind on day care inspections Mieszkowski 1:55

2/20/2014 ENV Gov Brown announced legislation to provide immediate relief to communities hit hard by the drought Peterson 2:18

2/20/2014 LAW Two men accused of beating Giants fan Bryan Stow pleaded guilty CC :11

Violence continues in Ukraine, European unions vote to impose sanctions on those held responsible 2/20/2014 FOR for the violence CC :18

2/20/2014 ECON Metro gets $670 million to improve light rail system CC :16

2/20/2014 HEAL LA artists create public health videos to show on Metro buses through the end of March Florido 1:24

2/20/2014 LAW Two men accused of beating Giants fan Bryan Stow pleaded guilty CC :12

2/20/2014 DC Majority Whip takes a stab at acting Felde 1:01

2/20/2014 POLI State Sen. Norma Torres announces her candidacy for Congress Walton :36

2/20/2014 SPOR Canadian women's hockey team beat the US CC :12

2/20/2014 LAW Two women accused of Kim Pham beating in Santa Ana back in court Friday Joyce 1:10

2/20/2014 LAW Two women accused of Kim Pham beating in Santa Ana back in court Friday Joyce :44

2/20/2014 LAW Secretary of Homeland Security warned airlines about shoe bombers CC :17

2/20/2014 LAW Two men accused of beating Giants fan Bryan Stow pleaded guilty Palta 3:07 2/20/2014 IMM Activists plan immigration protest billed as "immigration call-a-thon" Berestein Rojas 1:46

2/20/2014 EDU LAUSD isn't funding repairs, though they have $20 billion in bonds to do so Gilbertson 1:20

A proposed Congressional bill would give fallen TSA officers the same death benefits police and 2/20/2014 DC firefighters get Aguilar 1:25

2/20/2014 EDU Early childhood ed funding shapes up to be big state budget fight CC :13

2/20/2014 TRAN Metrolink is first commuter rail service to implement technology that helps avoid train collisions CC :21

Teacher retirement fund has support from some who will have to pay more to eliminate the pension 2/20/2014 EDU fund's shortfall Moffitt :52 Despite initial truce negotiations between Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych’s regime and opposition leader, both protesters and riot police officers used firearms in the deadliest day of the three-month political crisis. Escalating violence in Kiev has ignited fear that President Yanukovych Matt Rojansky, Hellmuth 2/20/14 FOR may deploy military forces. Tromm 21:00 A new study from professors at UPenn’s Wharton School and Dartmouth’s Tuck School of Business has found that as people age, ordinary experiences are more meaningful. The study gave participants examples of ordinary and extraordinary experiences and asked them to rate their Cassie Mogilner, Amit 2/20/14 ENT happiness after each. Bhattacharjee 21:00

Cal State Los Angeles has been working to the revise its general education curriculum for the past few years. One of the stick points that have emerged recently is how to best teach students about Rita Ledesma, Melina 2/20/14 EDU diversity, and what that term means. Abdullah 21:00 Concerns over skyrocketing rates of cesarean sections across the country have prompted a new guidelines encouraging doctors and pregnant women to be more patient during labor. One in 3 American women now delivers via C-section, a rate more than 60 percent higher than just 15 years 2/20/14 HEAL ago. Jeanne A. Conry, MD, PhD 12:00

Sheriff Sandra Hutchens has eased requirements for obtaining a concealed-weapons permit. The Orange County Register says the decision comes a week after a federal appeals court ruled many 2/20/14 LAW urban counties in California are overly restrictive in issuing the permits. Lieutenant Jeff Hallock 11:00 Do you keep financial secrets from your spouse or significant other? If you do, you are not alone A recent survey by the National Endowment for Financial Education found that 1 in 3 couples with combined finances admit to lying to their partner about money. 2/20/14 ECON Tina Tessina 12:00

Today the Southern California passenger rail system Metrolink said it will install new safety measures on its trains. It's partly in response to a deadly crash in 2008 where a Metrolink train collided head-on 2/20/2014 TRANS with a freight train near Chatsworth, killing 25 people. Joseph Szabo 6:02

Yesterday, the governor announced a plan which includes funding to improve conservation, clean up 2/20/2014 ENV drinking water and make irrigation systems more efficient. Lester Snow 7:55

Facebook is paying $19 billion in cash and stock for start-up messaging application WhatsApp, a 2/20/2014 TECH company that employs just 55 people. Devindra Hardawar 5:41 While new LED streetlights have a positive impact on the environment and on energy savings, it also 2/20/2014 TECH affects the way the city itself looks on film. And Hollywood will never be the same. Dave Kendricken 5:40

More than 120 UCLA and USC students attended a town hall meeting Thursday night to discuss 2/20/2014 RACE racist, sexist fliers sent to each school. No 4:04

Filmmakers spent more than two years recording the volatile events and created what has become 2/20/2014 ART the first Egyptian movie to be nominated for an Academy Award, "The Square." Jehane Noujaim, Karim Amer 9:45

It's Thursday and that means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government throughout California. To help us with that we're joined in studio by KPCC political reporters Alice 2/20/2014 POLI Walton and Frank Stoltze. Alice Walton, Frank Stoltze 14:36

Fortune has a higher alcohol content, comes in a black bottle, and its makers suggest serving it in a 2/20/2014 ECON whiskey glass, instead of a pint. Eric Shepard 6:36

Developers in Glendale got the go-ahead Tuesday to build an affordable housing complex in the 2/20/2014 ECON city's Arts District. Brittany Levine 4:49

Earlier today two men charged in the attack on Giants Fan Bryan Stow pleaded guilty in a Los 2/20/2014 SECU Angeles Courtroom. Rina Palta 5:47

Starring Mathew McConaughey, it was shot in less than a month, with no lights and a fraction of the 2/20/2014 ART budget of most of its competitors in the Best Picture field. Craig Borten 9:01

Larry, KPCC film critics Henry Sheehan and Charles Solomon and Variety critic Justin Chang review 2/21/2014 ENT this week's releases Mantle 3:01

2/21/2014 ENV Federal system of reservoirs and canals has announced initial water allocations for the year CC :08

2/21/2014 ENV Federal system of reservoirs and canals has announced initial water allocations for the year Kim 1:31

2/21/2014 EDU LAUSD releases update on work done to improve the seismic safety of some schools McNary 2:53

2/21/2014 ART Preliminary budget for LAUSD arts education plan is unveiled at school board committee meeting Plummer 1:42

2/21/2014 ENV California is amid worst drought on record Leithead 4:14

2/21/2014 POLI Democratic Senate Leader wants to exempt fuel from cap-and-trade, implement carbon tax Adler 1:37 2/21/2014 POLI Democratic Senate Leader wants to exempt fuel from cap-and-trade, implement carbon tax CC :15

2/21/2014 HEAL Pregnant woman has died after getting the flu and pneumonia CC :09

Federal officials say many of the state's farmers won't receive water this year from Central Valley 2/21/2014 ENV Water Project CC :10

Federal grand jury indicts State Senator Ron Calderon on money laundering, bribery charges; Tom 2/21/2014 LAW Calderon also indicted CC :12

Federal grand jury indicts State Senator Ron Calderon on money laundering, bribery charges; Tom 2/21/2014 LAW Calderon also indicted CC :15

Federal grand jury indicts State Senator Ron Calderon on money laundering, bribery charges; Tom 2/21/2014 POLI Calderon also indicted CC :14

Federal grand jury indicts State Senator Ron Calderon on money laundering, bribery charges; Tom 2/21/2014 LAW Calderon also indicted CC :17

2/21/2014 POLI Gov Brown announced legislation to provide immediate relief to communities hit hard by the drought Cohen 3:52

2/21/2014 SPOR US lost to Canada in Olympic hockey semifinal showdown CC :10

Federal grand jury indicts State Senator Ron Calderon on money laundering, bribery charges; Tom 2/21/2014 POLI Calderon also indicted CC :13

2/21/2014 HEAL As of Feb. 14, 35 more people die of flu in California O'Neill :43

2/21/2014 LAW Two former LAX employees get probation for dry ice bombs Aguilar :49

2/21/2014 HEAL State health officials report 15 measles cases in California, urge all to get vaccinated O'Neill :44

Federal grand jury indicts State Senator Ron Calderon on money laundering, bribery charges; Tom 2/21/2014 LAW Calderon also indicted Roman 2:51

2/21/2014 EDU Three major universities will develop new entrepreneurship programs thanks to $3.5-million grant Watt 1:34 2/21/2014 POLI Reax from people in Ron Calderon's district about the indictment Jahad :43

Former State Assemblyman Tom Calderon pleads not guilty to money laundering charges; State 2/21/2014 LAW Senator Ron Calderon also indicted in corruption investigation CC :19 A controversial bill that allows business owners to use their religious beliefs to refuse service to gay patrons passed the Arizona legislature on Thursday. Supporters of the bill say the legislation is a way for churches, businesses or individuals to maintain their religious freedom by not being forced to do Jude Joffe-Block, Andrea 2/21/14 LAW something that violates their religious beliefs. Kelly 14:00

Governor Jerry Brown unveiled a $687 million proposal this week designed to tackle the ongoing Senate President Pro Tem drought problem in the state. The package includes funding for projects to conserve, capture and Darrell Steinberg, Connie 2/21/14 ENVI manage water as well as financial assistance to hard-hit communities. Conway 21:00

It’s grown increasingly customary to check Yelp reviews before trying a new restaurant, browse Angie’s List before hiring a plumber, and now, to read up on doctors before a check up. Multiple sites, including HealthGrades, ZocDoc, and others host reviews of medical practitioners, and according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, a quarter of the population uses online physician reviews to help choose a doctor. But are the reviews accurate? 2/21/14 HEAL How important are online reviews for doctors? Dr. David Hanauer, M.D., 12:00

Larry, KPCC film critics Henry Sheehan and Charles Solomon and Variety film critic Justin Chang review this week’s releases, including 3 Days to Kill, Pompeii, The Wind Rises and more. TGI- Henry Sheehan, Justin 2/21/14 ENT Filmweek! Chang, Charles Solomon 31:00:00

The FBI has announced charges Sen. Ronald S Calderon (D-Montebello) and his brother, Tom, on Frank Stoltze, Alice Walton, 2/21/14 LAW corruption and money laundering charges. Fernando J. Guerra 25:00:00

California Governor Jerry Brown joined Take Two to discuss the state's drought situation, what he 2/21/2014 ENV and President Obama discussed during his visit, and how he plans to address the issue. Gov. Jerry Brown 7:58

Congress returns to Washington next week, but it's unlikely they'll take up immigration reform any time soon. Once legislators do decide to tackle this topic, border security will certainly be part of any 2/21/2014 IMMI deal that's reached. Jeh Johnson 7:24

2/21/2014 POLI It's the end of another week and time for the Friday Flashback, Take Two's look at the week in news. James Rainey, Ashley Perez 14:35

As the Academy Awards approach, many studios are actively pushing their films for big Oscar wins, 2/21/2014 ENT with actor and actress appearances, billboards, full-page ads and more. Liam Lacey 5:22

Winter is no stranger to Hollywood. He's won awards for his work on the hit series "Boardwalk Empire" and "The Sopranos," but it's "The Wolf of Wall Street" that got him his first Oscar nomination 2/21/2014 ENT for "Best Adapted Screenplay." Terence Winter 9:42 Governor Jerry Brown has outlined nearly $700 million in measures to respond to California's drought. The proposed legislation outlines funds to recapture and re-use storm water, increase conservation, and get relief to the hardest-hit areas, including 17 communities at risk of running out of 2/21/2014 ENV drinking water in the coming months. No 5:21 Aside from monitoring the meadows, there's another way to get a good picture of the health of our 2/21/2014 ENV water supply: From outerspace. Jay Famiglietti 7:05

Earlier this week, Safeway announced its in talks to sell the company. The California-based company is the second largest grocery chain in the nation. But as shopping styles have changed, the mega 2/21/2014 ECON market has found it tough to compete. Burt Flickinger 4:53

Yesterday, State Senator Darrell Steinberg introduced legislation that aims to address a growing 2/21/2014 POLI concern among educators and parents: The protection of student's personal information and privacy. Sen. Darrell Steinberg 3:29

The Major League Soccer team is the American counterpart to Chivas, a famous soccer team in 2/21/2014 SPOR Mexico. But it's struggled to achieve the same kind of success as its name sake. Nick Green 5:46

A new study from the University of British Columbia finds some interesting reasons for why we like 2/21/2014 ENT the voices we do. We're joined by the study's lead author, Dr. Molly Babel. Molly Babel 9:03

Federal grand jury indicts State Senator Ron Calderon on money laundering, bribery charges; Tom 2/22/2014 LAW Calderon also indicted CC :15

2/22/2014 DIS Fatal house fire in Mount Washington CC :15

2/22/2014 ART Oprah pays tribute to Mandela at NAACP Image Awards CC :11

New bill would give low and middle income parents a tax credit for investing in college savings 2/22/2014 EDU program Pringle :50

Federal grand jury indicts State Senator Ron Calderon on money laundering, bribery charges; Tom 2/22/2014 LAW Calderon also indicted Stoltze 1:12

This week the Hammer Museum announced the 35 artists who will be Made in LA for 2014. Reporter 2/22/2014 ART Jori Finkel joins us to talk about the biennial event. John Rabe / Jori Finkel 8:22:00

Preservationists and environmentalists want the city to turn a bridge into a park -- much like NYC's High Line -- after its replacement is built. John Rabe talks to Tomas O'Grady, who runs EnrichLA, about efforts to transform the bridge into a park. He gets the other side of the story from Deborah John Rabe / Tomas O'Grady / 2/22/2014 ENV Weintraub of the LA Bureau of Engineering, who maintains that a High Line isn't possible. Deborah Weintraub 5:45:00

Off-Ramp animation expect Charles Solomon reviews "The Puppetoon Movie" by Arnold Leibovit, 2/22/2014 ART now available on Blu-ray. Charles Solomon 5:29:00

Kevin Ferguson talks with Matt Blitz, head of the Obscura Society Los Angeles, about a park near 2/22/2014 I the Jet Propulsion Laboratory that's home to the Devil's Gate. Kevin Ferguson / Matt Blitz 5:16:00 Marc Haefele reviews an exhibit of Queen Victoria's family photos, now on display at the Getty 2/22/2014 ART Center. Marc Haefele 3:28:00

Media attention helps Rufus's current owners see that he could be the star of their new Chinese 2/22/2014 ART restaurant; friends of Damon's disappointed. John Rabe gives an update on Rufus's current home. John Rabe

New bill would give low and middle income parents a tax credit for investing in college savings 2/23/2014 EDU program CC :10

2/23/2014 MIL Veterans are not taking advantage of all benefits available to them CC :16

2/23/2014 MIL Veterans are not taking advantage of all benefits available to them Bartolone 1:01

2/23/2014 LAW LAPD arrested a high school teacher for sexual assault Watt :48

2/23/2014 LAW El Chapo, notorious drug lord, remains behind bars CC :16

2/24/2014 ENT "The Lego Movie" is still on top Jahad :38

Scientists across the West Coast will test kelp to see how much radioactive material from Fukushima 2/24/2014 SCI is in the water Totten 3:00

2/24/2014 LAW State Senator Ron Calderon pleads not guilty to political corruption charges Stoltze :57

Lookahead to an issue that the Santa Monica Mountains Conservatory will consider tonight: $200k to 2/24/2014 ENV develop plans for a wildlife corridor into the mountanis to help stop inbreeding in isolated animals Kim 1:21

2/24/2014 DC Worse than drought: talking to Congress about groundwater depletion Felde 1:55

2/24/2014 HEAL LACCD launches a week-long health care enrollment event this week O'Neill :44

2/24/2014 Loh Life Romantic Loh 2:37

2/24/2014 HIST Opponents of statue commemorating "comfort women" sue the city of Glendale CC :08 2/24/2014 LAW El Chapo, notorious drug lord, remains behind bars CC :26

2/24/2014 LAW El Chapo, notorious drug lord, remains behind bars Jahad 4:01

2/24/2014 MIL Freedom Radio is now part of American Forces Network CC :12

2/24/2014 MIL Freedom Radio is now part of American Forces Network Maurer 3:17

2/24/2014 POLI State Senator Ron Calderon is expected to surrender to federal authorities Walton :38

2/24/2014 LAW Hunt for a group of men accused of raping a college student CC :15

2/24/2014 SPOR Jason Collins plays first game on home turf since becoming first openly gay player in the NBA CC :12

2/24/2014 ECON Coffee lovers converge on downtown LA for US Coffee Championships Watt 2:50

2/24/2014 ENV Two rain storms set to sweep through SoCal CC :13

2/24/2014 LAW State Senator Ron Calderon is expected to surrender to federal authorities Stoltze 5:34

2/24/2014 HIST Opponents of statue commemorating "comfort women" sue the city of Glendale CC :21

2/24/2014 LAW State Senator Ron Calderon is expected to surrender to federal authorities CC :13

2/24/2014 DC Obama proposes new cash for firefighting CC :11

2/24/2014 MIL Defense Secretary proposes major changes to the military CC :11

2/24/2014 LAW Two California Highway Patrol officers honored at a memorial this morning CC :09 2/24/2014 OBIT Harold Ramis died this morning CC :13

2/24/2014 OBIT Harold Ramis died this morning CC :20

2/24/2014 DC Obama proposes new cash for firefighting Felde 1:01

2/24/2014 LAW Effort to repeal law that bans bar hand contact with ready to eat foods CC :10

Tuesday NASA scientists will meet with state water officials to explain how the space agency can 2/24/2014 SCI help California deal with drought Totten 1:34

2/24/2014 LAW State Senator Ron Calderon pleads not guilty to political corruption charges Stoltze 1:15

Democrats in the State Senate are giving Senator Ron Calderon one week to either resign or take 2/24/2014 POLI leave of absence CC :10

2/24/2014 ENV Report examins how Gov Brown wants to spend Quinton :46

2/24/2014 POLI Guide dog advocates tell Senate Committee about growing problem of fake service dogs CC :13

2/24/2014 LAW State Senator Ron Calderon pleads not guilty to political corruption charges Stoltze 3:30

2/24/2014 LAW Effort to repeal law that bans bar hand contact with ready to eat foods Roman 4:43

2/24/2014 LAW Referendum aimed at repealing state's transgender law has failed Adler :46

LA city officials announce new prostitution diversion program, Johns School and specialized police 2/24/2014 LAW patrol unit Aguilar 1:03

Democrats in the State Senate are giving Senator Ron Calderon one week to either resign or take 2/24/2014 POLI leave of absence Orr :51 A proposal from Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel will shrink the United States Army and eliminate a class of Air Force attack jets in the first Pentagon budget to step away from war footing since 2001. The new U.S. Army would be smaller than it has been since World War II -- Pentagon officials describe the proposed forces as capable of defeating any adversary, but too small for prolonged William Hartung, Mackenzie 2/24/14 MIL occupation. Eaglen 19:00

The Obama administration has proposed cuts to Medicare Advantage plans for next year. Medicare Advantage is a private insurance option to Medicare. According to the AP, about 16 million people are currently enrolled in these programs, some 30 percent of over Medicare users. Medicare Advantage offers lower out-of-pocket costs and a wider range of benefits, but with more limited choices. Chad Terhune, Avik Roy, 2/24/14 HEAL Shana Lavarreda 21:00 The city of Los Angeles is considering a proposal from Councilman Bernard Parks that would pass the cost of retrofitting apartment buildings on to tenants. Currently, only 50% of major renovation costs may be passed along to tenants, with landlords and building owners paying the cost of Councilman Bernard Parks, 2/24/14 HOUS retrofitting. Larry Gross 20:00

Should a person convicted of possession of child pornography be held liable for full restitution for a specific child who is harmed, even if the convicted individual was not involved in the production or distribution of the image? Even if there are other individuals in possession of the same image? The Supreme Court is looking to decide just that in a recent appeal case, Paroline v. United States, in which Doyle Randall Paroline was found guilty of having a collection of illegal pornographic images, 2/24/14 LAW including two of a woman who goes by the name of Amy in court documents. Lisa McElroy 12:00 The first genetic biomarkers - or biological indicators - for depression have been discovered by researchers in the UK. Brain scientists have found that people with high levels of the stress hormone cortisol who also showed signs of mild depression were up to 14 times more likely to suffer from 2/24/14 YOUT clinical depression later in life. Dr. Paul Schneider, 11:00 New York Times culture reporter Dave Itzkoff’s “Mad As Hell” takes readers behind the scenes of “Network,” screenwriter Paddy Chayefsky’s Oscar-winning masterpiece. Nearly 40 years ago, Chayefsky’s script imagined the future of television news as a grimy industry, hell-bent on profits and 2/24/14 LIT prone to sensationalism. Dave Itzkoff 14:00

In Venezuela, protesters took to the streets over the weekend in opposing rallies in the nation's capital, Caracas. The marches follow two weeks of protests that have challenged President Nicolás 2/24/2014 POLI Maduro. Virginia López 6:08

Authorities in Mexico have taken down the worlds most wanted drug lord. Joaquin "El Chapo" 2/24/2014 POLI Guzman was arrested in a joint US-Mexico operation Saturday. Sam Quinones 8:15

With just over 10 minutes to go in the second quarter of the Lakers game last night, an aging, 2/24/2014 LGB journeyman 7-foot center checked into the game for the Brooklyn Nets. Cyd Zeigler 5:26

Scientists plan to see how much radiation from the Fukushima nuclear disaster has reached the 2/24/2014 ENV West Coast by collecting kelp. No 5:26

Time for On The Lot, our weekly look at the business of entertainment with Rebecca Keegan of the 2/24/2014 ENT LA Times. Rebecca Keegan 8:00

The Oscars are just around the corner and nothing captures the intrigue and the suspense of the 2/24/2014 ENT night like the small rectangle of paper clutched in presenters' hands: Yes, the envelope. Rick Rosas, Brian Cullinan 6:52 The longest serving member of Congress in American history says farewell. Today, Rep. John 2/24/2014 POLI Dingell of Michigan announced his plans to retire. Ron Elving 6:48

Last fall, art collectors Eli and Edythe Broad launched a lecture series called the UN Private 2/24/2014 ART Collection. These public talks pair famous contemporary artists with cultural leaders. Jeff Koons 6:53

A new report from the U.S. Geological Survey found that when it comes to earthquakes, California had the most last year, 236 to be exact. Coming in at number two, and you would never guess this, 2/24/2014 ENV Oklahoma. Robert Williams 4:39

Because of the drought, many states are calling for a ban on fracking because of the amount of water 2/24/2014 ENV it uses. No 5:20

California is suffering from one of the driest seasons on record. Last Friday, federal officials announced that farmers wouldn't receive a drop from its system of rivers, canals and reservoirs 2/24/2014 ENV throughout the state. Gerard Loaiza 4:53

Netflix and Comcast are joining forces. Yesterday they reached an agreement they promise will help 2/24/2014 TECH reduce the amount of time you spend waiting for your favorite show or movie to stream. Brooks Boliek 5:00

Today, we remember another great filmmaker and actor, Harold Ramis. He died earlier today from 2/24/2014 ART complications of autoimmune inflammatory disease. He was 69 years old. Anthony Breznican 5:32

Board of Supervisors votes to study on how to make sheriff's department more accountable to the 2/25/2014 LAW public Palta 1:07

2/25/2014 SPOR Dodgers launch new sports network Bergman 1:23

2/25/2014 TECH Disney launched new cloud-based movie streaming service ?? 2:41

State Senator Rod Wright takes a leave of absence after being convicted of voter fraud and perjury 2/25/2014 POLI charges CC :25

2/25/2014 ENV Monitoring station will tell people about air pollution as it's happening Peterson :51

2/25/2014 POLI A Los Angeles City Council committee approves a moratorium on fracking Walton :36

2/25/2014 TECH Disney launched new cloud-based movie streaming service CC :24

2/25/2014 RELI Buddhists protest Dalai Lama when he visits LA CC :21 2/25/2014 HEAL 20 children in California have developed polio-like syndrome within the past 18 months CC :09

State lawmaker wants to repeal new law that bans bare-handed contact with food at bars and 2/25/2014 POLI restaurants Roman 3:36

2/25/2014 POLI California makes $43-million dollars available to the EDD Moffitt 4:24

2/25/2014 ECON City of Pittsburgh considers a new oil terminal Samuel 4:23

Slaughterhouse at the center of massive beef recall is the subject of three separate federal 2/25/2014 LAW investigations CC :11

2/25/2014 HEAL 20 children in California have developed polio-like syndrome within the past 18 months CC :10

Hundreds of parents gather for answers after a teacher was arrested on suspicion of sexual 2/25/2014 EDU misconduct CC :13

Hundreds of parents gather for answers after a teacher was arrested on suspicion of sexual 2/25/2014 EDU misconduct CC :07

2/25/2014 ENT Joe Biden appeared on Late Night with Seth Meyers CC :15

2/25/2014 LAW State Senator Ron Calderon is scheduled to go on trial in April CC :13

2/25/2014 ENV Storms have residents bracing for the worst CC :05

2/25/2014 FOR Ukrainian parliament voted to delay forming a new government CC :21

2/25/2014 SPOR Dodgers launch new sports network CC :15

2/25/2014 POLI Sen. Rod Wright will take a leave of absence from the legislature McNary :41

2/25/2014 HEAL Saddleback founder launches initiative to get faith leaders more involved with mental health issues CC :11 2/25/2014 DC Sec of Transportation affirms commitment to California high speed rail Felde 1:12

2/25/2014 SCI Dept. of Water Resources teams up with NASA to help state manage water supplies during drought CC :16

2/25/2014 LAW LA County Probation Department acknowledged that electronic monitoring program is highly flawed CC :17

Legislative Analyst's office recommends overhaul of funding for the state's school transportation 2/25/2014 ECON system CC :11 About 20 cases of a polio-like syndrome have been found in California children since 2012, causing severe weakness or paralysis in one or more limbs—and physicians and public health officials are Dr. Keith Van Haren, Dr. still scratching their heads trying to determine what exactly is ailing them. 2/25/14 HEAL Thomas Mack 19:00

Arizona Governor Jan Brewer still has not come out publicly and said whether she will sign the 2/25/14 POLI state's controversial religious freedom bill (SB 1062) that passed the legislature last week. Jeremy Duda 9:00

Breakfast on the go is big business for the fast food chains that dominate the early morning drive- thrus. The Golden Arches might be most people's first stop for an early morning sausage biscuit but 2/25/14 ECON they're going to be facing new competition from an unlikely source Sam Oches 10:00

A new study authored by Dr. Steven Narod at the University of Toronto shows that women with BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 mutations may benefit from early screening and even prophylactic removal of their ovaries to avoid ovarian cancer. The study found that if women with these mutations have their 2/25/14 HEAL ovaries removed by age 35, they can reduce their risk of ovarian cancer by up to 80 percent. Dr. Joyce Liu, Dr. Noah Kauff 20:00

Leading Bitcoin exchange and storage site Mt. Gox has apparently collapsed today after a week of tumultuousness and a year of business trouble. The site, initially built to digitally trade Magic cards, Chris O’Brien, Bhaskar 2/25/14 ECON evolved into a transaction and storage site for Bitcoin. Chakravorti, Ph.D 12:00

Guide dog advocates are pushing California lawmakers to do something about the growing problem of dog owners fraudulently presenting their pets as “service dogs” in order to take the masquerading mutts places they’re not otherwise allowed. Service dog harnesses, badges and vests can all be purchased online—and phony service dogs can be a nuisance to businesses and those who depend 2/25/14 HEAL on genuine service animals. Marc Mason 21:00

Could it be true that secrets really are no fun, unless you share with everyone? Research indicates that secrecy can be a source of both mental and physical distress, since keeping secrets requires 2/25/14 HEAL continual effort. It appears that more meaningful secrets require more effort to keep. Sarah Yager 6:00

Can't get enough Dodgers? Well starting tonight, you're in luck. There's a new channel launching featuring nothing but Clayton Kershaw, Yaisel Puig, and Vin Scully 24/7. But if you're not a Time 2/25/2014 SPOR Warner subscriber you may be out of luck come opening day. Stan Kasten, David Rone 7:14 Earlier this year World Wrestling Entertainment announced plans for their very own online network, a 2/25/2014 ENT new online streaming channel where, for about $10 a month fans can watch all sorts of content. Alex "Gonzo" Gonzalez 1:33 The Pentagon is seeking to drawdown the size of its army to the smallest since World War II. The plan is part of a proposed budget that Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel says is a response to a changing world, where the U.S. needs a leaner, more agile military force and to promote more 2/25/2014 SECU innovation, like drone technology. Gregory S. McNeal 5:37

Until now there was no emergency fund to fight the worst wildfires. The money had to be borrowed 2/25/2014 POLI and moved around from other budgets. Robert Bonnie 5:02

As parched California enters its fourth year of drought, the state is looking for more sources of water. 2/25/2014 ENV Among those options is desalination, the process of removing salt from seawater. Heather Cooley 4:55

Theodore Payne Foundation is a nursery and non-profit up in the foothills of Sun Valley — about 20 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles — dedicated to promoting California's native plants. As 2/25/2014 ENV you might imagine, business has been booming lately. Lili Singer 4:59

It's like Christmas time for nerds at The Mobile Tech Congress. It's the largest mobile technology 2/25/2014 TECH show in the world and it's going on right now in Barcelona, Spain Lindsey Turrentine 6:19

It's Tuesday, which means that it's time for Tuesday Reviewsday, our weekly new music segment. 2/25/2014 ENT This week we're joined by Hollywood Reporter music editor, Shirley Halperin. Shirley Halperin 8:01

Author Kevin Roose says working on Wall Street is less about unending wealth and more about 100 hour-plus workweeks, all-nighters spent perfecting excel spreadsheets, and little hope of maintaining 2/25/2014 ART any outside relationships or life. Kevin Roose 9:03

Could it be the beginning of the end for Bitcoin? Shares of the virtual currency are plummeting after 2/25/2014 TECH its main trading platform abruptly went offline this month. Cameron Ken 4:37

Immigration reform advocates have unveiled a new strategy to pressure House Republicans, folding immigration into the larger conversation about the war on women. For more on these efforts, we're 2/25/2014 POLI joined by Pramila Jayapal the advocacy group We Belong Together. Pramila Jayapal 4:16

The city of Pittsburg, 20 miles east of Oakland, is considering a new oil terminal that would supply 2/25/2014 ENV crude to Bay Area refineries. It would bring in oil via ship, pipeline and railroad. No 4:44

Taxes on food and soda and other products are something we talk about a lot on this show, so this little item caught our eye. Navajo Nation President Ben Shelly recently vetoed legislation that would 2/25/2014 LAW increase taxes on junk food sold on the reservation. No 1:01

Today, Variety Magazine announces the winner of its poll for World's Best Picture. Rather than turning to the expertise of only the Academy, Variety opened up its vote to critics, freelance writers, 2/25/2014 ENT movie historians, film fest organizers, and more. Steve Gaydos N/A

Taco Bell recently announced their new breakfast menu launching nationwide in March. It includes a 2/25/2014 ENT morning version of their Crunchwrap, a flatbread with sausage and yes, a waffle taco. Nancy Luna 6:05

2/26/2014 DIS Glendora residents prepare for rain and possibility of flooding, mudslides in Colby Fire burn area CC :12 2/26/2014 EDU Lawmaker tries again to reform the state's teacher dismissal process Orr 1:00

2/26/2014 SCI Chili peppers have a unique ability to burn and shed particles small enough to get in the air Totten 1:26

2/26/2014 POLI CA lawmakers to vote on emergency drought legislation Orr :37

2/26/2014 LAW Bill would give people who adopt shelter pets a state tax refund up to $100 Pringle 1:01

2/26/2014 LAW Federal appeals court ordered YouTube to take down "Innocence of Muslims" film Roman 4:13

2/26/2014 ART LAUSD teachers react to the district's new plan budget proposal - they're not happy Plummer 3:04

2/26/2014 HEAL Public health officials worried anti-vaccine crowd could exacerbate measles problem Roman 3:05

2/26/2014 ENV Glendora residents prepare for rain and possibility of flooding, mudslides in Colby Fire burn area Jahad 1:44

2/26/2014 ENV Glendora residents prepare for rain and possibility of flooding, mudslides in Colby Fire burn area CC :09

2/26/2014 LAW Federal appeals court ordered YouTube to take down "Innocence of Muslims" film CC :13

Rain is a good thing for drought-stricken CA but can cause some problems when debris and mud 2/26/2014 SCI slide into populated areas Totten 1:26

2/26/2014 POLI Bill in state legislature would give people who adopt shelter pets a state tax break CC :09

2/26/2014 POLI Rod Wright takes a leave of absence Adler :51

Ron Calderon faces up to 400 years in prison but none of the bills he accepted for have passed the 2/26/2014 LAW legislature Orr 1:13

2/26/2014 ECON Thousands of cyber experts gather for RSA Conference Shahani 3:22 2/26/2014 SPOR Lakers continue their losing streak CC :18

2/26/2014 ECON Northern California couple found 10-million dollars in rare gold coins on their property CC :07

2/26/2014 ENV Glendora residents prepare for rain and possibility of flooding, mudslides in Colby Fire burn area CC :06

2/26/2014 YOUT Rate of childhood obesity has dropped CC :18

2/26/2014 ECON Stock market goes up as investors respond to increase in home sales CC :12

2/26/2014 DIS Glendora issues voluntary evacuation for residents in the Colby Fire burn area CC :10

2/26/2014 LAW Woman rescued after her car went off the edge of the 241 Toll Road in Irvine CC :14

2/26/2014 EDU Democratic State Senator Correa announces bill to streamline process for teacher dismissals CC :13

2/26/2014 SCI Despite a large rainstorm, LA will still be under-watered for a while yet CC :17

2/26/2014 ENV Glendora residents prepare for rain and possibility of flooding, mudslides in Colby Fire burn area Jahad :50 An G.O.P. plan to overhaul the nation’s tax plan is expected to call for a lower tax on the top corporate income rate -- a reduction from 35 percent to 25 percent. The plan would also reduce the number of income brackets from seven to two, at 10 percent and 25 percent. Republicans behind the Lauren French, Gordon Gray, 2/26/14 LAW proposal aim to simplify the tax code. Rebecca Wilkins 19:00

In a set of graphs published in the Los Angeles Times last week, data artist Nickolay Lamm tracked the usage of words in pop music through the years, honing in on an increasing trend for musicians to 2/26/14 ENT focus on sex. Lorraine Ali 21:00

The docks, restaurants and signature lighthouse of Fisherman's Village in Marina del Rey is about to get a major facelift. The Los Angeles County Dept. of Regional Planning is working on a master plan Supervisor Don Knabe, Gina 2/26/14 POLI to redevelop and modernize the whole area around Marina Del Rey. Natoli, Jon Nahhas 19:00

Federal authorities reported Tuesday that the obesity rate for pre-school aged children has dropped forty three percent over the last decade. A federal health survey shows the first substantial decline in obesity in children ages two to four in the last ten years, promising findings in the fight against the obesity epidemic which often takes hold young and may lead to life-long struggles with weight Elizabeth Lopatto, Michael 2/26/14 HEAL management and disease. Goran, May Wang 10:00 Fernando Guerran, Andre A new, ambitious survey of Southern California finds residents and policy makers are optimistic Quintero, Pam O'Connor, about 2014. Released Tuesday, “Forecast LA” from LMU finds that LA County can expect three to Austin Beutner, Jeff Cooper, 2/26/14 LAW four percent growth this year and that most residents feel like the region is on an upswing. Fernando Vazquez 28:00:00

Forecasters say the downpour Southern California could get several inches of rain over the next few days, which is great for water levels. But it's been years since the region has had a soaking like this, 2/26/2014 ENV and a sudden downpour could cause some problems as well. Sanden Totten 4:40

A few months ago, Los Angeles Rain started sharing his thoughts and feelings as so many of us do these days, in 140 characters or less on twitter. For more inside the psyche of Los Angeles Rain, 2/26/2014 ENV we're joined for an exclusive interview with the one-and-only, Los Angeles Rain. @LosAngelesRain 6:35

Arts teachers cry foul over officials' plan cut elementary kids' musical instrument lessons from a full 2/26/2014 EDUC year to just one semester to squeeze in more schools. No 3:17

The clock is ticking for Arizona Governor Jan Brewer. A controversial bill, SB 1062, sits on her desk 2/26/2014 RELI and she has until the end of the day on Saturday to decide what to do with it. Jaime Fuller 4:19

How Tony Davis wound up in prison and how prison changed his life is the subject of a piece 2/26/2014 LIT journalist Gary Rivlin wrote about for the Atavist, called "Stray Bullet." Gary Rivlin 10:02

It's time for sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, who have covered the sports scene for ESPN 2/26/2014 SPOR and the L.A. Times. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 9:26

According to new information by the CDC, there's been a dramatic drop in obesity rates of children. The study reported that 8 percent of children aged two to five were obese in 2011 to 2012. From 2/26/2014 HEAL 2003 - 2004 that number was 14 percent. George Flores 6:05

Unrest continues in Venezuela, where protesters have clashed with government forces over the past 2/26/2014 POLI several weeks. Miguel Tinker Salas 7:00

Earlier this week, authorities seized a 30-foot boat just north of San Diego, 500 pounds of 2/26/2014 POLI methamphetamine was stashed inside. Officials say the boat came from Mexico. Julie Watson 14:39

People dream of winning the lottery or digging up treasure in their own backyard. That's exactly 2/26/2014 ENT happened to one Sierra Nevada couple. Don Kagin 4:13

Thief - a popular video game series from the early two thousands is being rebooted, with the newest version coming out for Playstation Four and Xbox One this Friday. But what if you want something 2/26/2014 TECH simpler? Today on App Chat we have a list retro gaming apps for your phone. Dan Hsu 6:21

It might seem like a total waste of time, but as it turns out there may be some concrete benefits to 2/26/2014 TECH playing Tetris. A new study found that playing the game can reduce our cravings. Jackie Andrade 4:53

Leading cyber experts from around the world take on cyber crime at the annual RSA Conference in San Francisco this week. They're discussing underlying causes of that crime and one word keeps 2/26/2014 TECH coming up -- outsourcing. No N/A

Louise Fitzhugh's award-winning children's book "Harriet the Spy" about the young tomato sandwich- eating sleuth has been translated into several languages, turned into a movie and continued to 2/26/2014 LIT captivate the imaginations of children for decades. Leila Sales 5:57 2/27/2014 SCI Rain is expected to wash billions of gallons of dirty water into the bay Totten 1:16

2/27/2014 LAW Federal appeals court ordered YouTube to take down "Innocence of Muslims" film Roman 3:38

2/27/2014 HEAL California has had 15 cases of measles this year Aguilera 2:13

2/27/2014 ENT Film and TV production struggles in California Lee 1:43

2/27/2014 ENT Struggles in the visual effects industry Watt 4:02

2/27/2014 SPOR Pete Carroll returned to USC Bergman 4:11

2/27/2014 EDU California rethinks school transportation Tintocalis 1:23

2/27/2014 ECON Bank-owned properties still make up a big chunk of homes and condos for sale in California CC :16

2/27/2014 ENV State officials call for more infrastructure to capture and store stormwater Peterson 4:11

2/27/2014 ENV LA City Council expected to ban fracking within city limits CC :17

2/27/2014 LAW FDA proposed new "Nutrition Facts" labels for food CC :09

2/27/2014 ENV Glendora residents prepare for rain and possibility of flooding, mudslides in Colby Fire burn area CC :10

2/27/2014 FOR Sec of Defense warns Russia to avoid interfering with Ukraine's ongoing government transition CC :13

2/27/2014 POLI CA lawmakers pass bill to provide immediate relief to communities affected by the drought CC :17

2/27/2014 ENV UCLA study out today links increased future West Nile virus with a warmer planet Kim 1:13 2/27/2014 POLI Gov Brown announces he'll seek reelection CC :31

2/27/2014 POLI California lawmakers pass emergency drought relief bill CC :13

2/27/2014 LAW San Francisco Police Department has suspended five officers for theft and drug trafficking CC :07

2/27/2014 TECH Data theft is on the rise in California Bergman 1:23

2/27/2014 ENT E! Entertainment bans unauthorized paparazzi photos of celebrities' kids Rabe 3:44

2/27/2014 ECON IMAX moves west coast headquarters CC :17

2/27/2014 POLI Gov Brown runs for fourth term as Governor of CA CC :13

2/27/2014 POLI Democrats turn aside GOP motion on a vote to expel convicted State Senator Rod Wright Adler :59

2/27/2014 ENV Long Beach water board votes in temporary water use restrictions Kim 1:07

2/27/2014 DIS Glendora resident decides to stick it out despite mandatory evac CC :10

2/27/2014 POLI California lawmakers pass emergency drought relief bill Quinton 3:29

2/27/2014 ECON IMAX moves west coast headquarters Watt 1:01

2/27/2014 ENV Authorities in Glendora, Azusa issue mandatory evacuations in Colby Fire burn area ahead of storm Jahad 1:28 The nutritional information on the back of packaged foods is about to undergo a major overhaul to bring it more in line with the way Americans actually eat. The proposals, unveiled this morning by Michelle Obama at the White House, are designed to help parents and other consumers make Andrea Giancoli, Kathleen 2/27/14 HEAL healthier food choices. Keller 19:00

A new, UC Irvine-led study found that people trust strangers with easier-to-pronounce names more than strangers with difficult-to-pronounce names – even when those strangers are from the same 2/27/14 SCI foreign country. Eryn Newman 19:00 A federal court will decide whether parking tickets in Los Angeles violate the Eighth and Fourteenth Amendments’ prohibition of excessive fines. Two L.A. residents with similar stories are suing after 2/27/14 LAW being charged what they call exorbitant penalties for late payment on parking tickets. Donald Norris, Beth Colgan 19:00 California has lost more than 16,000 jobs in an eight-year period due to film and television production leaving the state, according to a new analysis released today. The Milken Institute report says mounting job losses are coming from staggering competition from states like New York that lure Kevin Klowden, Jessica 2/27/14 MEDI production away from California with generous tax credits. Gould 12:00 It’s called “normcore” and it’s apparently taking the streets of New York by storm, according to New York magazine. Consciously eschewing high-end labels, the cool kids in the fashion capital of the world are now raiding their folks closets and donning dad jeans and Patagonia fleece and a pair of 2/27/14 ENT comfy sneakers. Emily Segal 19:00

Writer Celeste Fremon details the fall of Lee Baca in the latest issue of Los Angeles Magazine. The story also focuses heavily on Paul Tanaka, a candidate for the Los Angeles County Sheriff post, and 2/27/14 MEDI the work culture Baca and Tanaka had created. Celeste Fremon 9:00

The Safe, Clean, and Reliable Drinking Water Supply Act is also known as Prop 18., worth an 2/27/2014 ENV estimated 11.2 billion dollars. Ben Adler 4:40

All sorts of politicians have plans for coping with the drought. A week ago, Governor Brown 2/27/2014 ENV introduced his 687 million dollar proposal. Anton Favorini-Csorba 6:06

Yesterday, thirty-one current and former UC Berkeley students filed two federal complaints against 2/27/2014 EDUC the university for mishandling sexual assault cases. It's a problem they say has gone on for decades Jason Felch 5:25

The controversy over Guantanamo prison has lasted now for more than a decade. And its legacy endures far beyond US borders - especially in Afghanistan. Some 220 Afghans have been held at 2/27/2014 POLI Gitmo, making them the largest population of prisoners. Dawood Azami 7:02

It's been a busy time lately in Sacramento. Among the many bills the California legislature is considering are two which would give public school districts more money to cover the escalating 2/27/2014 EDUC costs of putting buses on the road. No 1:44

Super-bowl winning coach Pete Carroll sat down with KPCC to talk about his experience in the NFL 2/27/2014 SPOR and the controversy surrounding sanctions at USC after he left the school. No 4:26

Short documentary “Life After Pi” traces the downfall of Rhythm and Hues and reveals ongoing 2/27/2014 ENT struggles in the visual effects industry. No 4:22

2/27/2014 ENT David Rothchild, a researcher for Microsoft, offers up his Oscar predictions. David Rothschild 6:22

It's Thursday and that means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government throughout California. To help us with that we're joined in studio by KPCC political reporter Alice 2/27/2014 POLI Walton and political editor Oscar Garza. Alice Walton, Oscar Garza 14:41

Last week, California wildlife officials announced a seizure of more than 2,000 pounds of shark fins in 2/27/2014 ENV a San Francisco warehouse. Zusha Elinson 4:45

It used to be that most people included orange juice in their list of favorite beverages, but sales of 2/27/2014 ECON orange juice have been dropping off to their lowest level in 15 years. Roberto Ferdman 4:53 The Army has disqualified nearly 600 soldiers from holding certain positions for infractions ranging from sexual assault to child abuse to drunk driving. The push is the latest attempt to combat sexual 2/27/2014 LAW assault in the military. Jackie Speier 5:45

Tonight Negativland appears at LA's Cinefamily theater. For a preview of the show, we're joined by 2/27/2014 ENT Negativland's front man Mark Hosler. Mark Hosler 11:06

LA Dept of Public Works activates its command center for disasters like the kind expected from 2/28/2014 DIS today's rains Totten 3:23

2/28/2014 LAW Sgt. Sam Fleming with the Azusa Police Department CC :16

2/28/2014 ENV Up to six inches of rain fell in some mountain areas CC :10

2/28/2014 DIS City of Monrovia issued evacuation orders CC :11

2/28/2014 ART LA Unified School District begins first district-wide arts festival CC :14

2/28/2014 ENV Gov Brown has passed drought relief measure Peterson 2:35

2/28/2014 ENT Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is finally starting to diversify Huang 4:15

2/28/2014 ENV Strong storm moved into the area this morning CC :12

2/28/2014 ENV Glendora Police Chief on the rain CC :21

2/28/2014 ENV Department of Public Works activated emergency operations center Totten 1:30

2/28/2014 ENV Department of Public Works activated emergency operations center Totten 1:40

2/28/2014 IMM Big Bad Armo Show heads out on the road Berstein Rojas 4:10

2/28/2014 DIS Things holding up so far in Glendora burn areas as strong storm moves into area CC :08 2/28/2014 DIS Sharon reports live near mudslide in Glendora McNary :39

2/28/2014 POLI The LA City Council votes to ban fracking Walton 1:10

2/28/2014 ENV LA City Council banned fracking within city limits CC :16

2/28/2014 DIS National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning CC :15

2/28/2014 ENV Local ski resorts close due to high winds and lightning CC :13

2/28/2014 DIS City of Monrovia issued evacuation orders CC :17

2/28/2014 DIS Five mud and debris basins protect the Glendora foothill neighborhoods CC :08

2/28/2014 ENV Another burst of rain is coming down Jahad 1:30

2/28/2014 HEAL The flu is a tricky one this year Aguilera :52

2/28/2014 DIS Monrovia residents consider evacuation order CC :16

2/28/2014 ENT Academy Awards bloopers Woodruff 4:07

2/28/2014 LAW State assembly hearing on lessons learned from the LAX shooting Aguilar 1:12

2/28/2014 ECON Mattel buys MEGA Brands Watt 1:21

2/28/2014 LAW Sgt. Sam Fleming with the Azusa Police Department CC :14

California drivers legally can use cellphone maps to navigate as they drive behind the wheel, according to yesterday's ruling from the 5th District Court of Appeal. The case stems from a Fresno 2/28/14 LAW man who was ticked while using his iPhone's map application Todd Clement, Julie Mossler 20:00 Wade Major, Tim Cogshell, Alynda Wheat, Peter Rainer, Larry Mantle and the KPCC film critics tell you how and why to mark your viewing-party ballots for Henry Sheehan, Charles 2/28/14 ENT awards-worthy films. For the 11th annual “FilmWeek on AirTalk” Academy Awards preview, Solomon, Lael Loewenstein, 74:00:00

2/28/2014 POLI My Brother's Keeper is the name of a new initiative recently announced by President Barack Obama. Jorja Leap 8:03

With the cost of college tuition on the rise, financial aid has become a necessity for many students 2/28/2014 EDUC and their families. Marian Wang 6:54

It's the end of another week and time for the Friday Flashback, Take Two's look at the week in news. This morning we're joined in-studio by Los Angeles Times columnist James Rainey, and we welcome 2/28/2014 POLI back Jamelle Bouie of The Daily Beast. James Rainey, Jamelle Bouie 15:56

Actress Alma Martinez first tried joining the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences — the film 2/28/2014 DIV industry nonprofit that puts on the Oscars — in the mid-1980s. No 4:48

The new film "The Bag Man" stars John Cusack as a tough guy named Jack, hired by a legendary 2/28/2014 ENT crime boss played by Robert DeNiro. Crispin Glover 8:30

Ski resorts in the Sierra Nevada mountains are hoping to capture some business this weekend. The 2/28/2014 ECON first in a pair of snowstorms has finally dumped some fresh snow on the slopes. Lincoln Kauffman 4:01

You've probably noticed the rain falling in Southern California today. And even more is expected going into the weekend. Some of that water will be lost as runoff—a big waste given the drought 2/28/2014 ENV situation here. Susan Carpenter 4:52

Starting next year, undocumented immigrants can apply for driver's licenses in California. Those IDs could have help prevent a massive scheme that saw almost a quarter of King City, CA's police force 2/28/2014 LAW arrested. Luis Alejo N/A

The world famous Iditarod begins Saturday, but there is one small hitch. Not enough snow. This year is proving to be one of the warmest on record in Alaska. For more on this, we're joined by a musher 2/28/2014 ENV competing in the Iditarod for her very first time. Monica Zappa 4:53

There's a growing science and business to bring back species like the woolly mammoth and the 2/28/2014 SCIE passenger pigeon, among many others. Nathaniel Rich 6:40

AMC's show "The Walking Dead" is a monster success. Now in its fourth season, the zombie drama 2/28/2014 ENT continues to be the top rated show on cable with an average of 13 million viewers every week. Emily Kinney 7:19

The Oscars are this Sunday, and its safe to say that millions of people all over the world will tune into 2/28/2014 ENT to see the winners, the losers and what people wore on the red carpet. Chris Nichols 4:09

The Academy Awards are the classiest awards show in Tinseltown, but sometimes even the best in show business can't hide their shortcomings. Reporter Sasa Woodruff has a look back at some 2/28/2014 ENT memorable Oscar bloopers, fiascos and flops. No 4:18

3/1/2014 ENV Thunderstorms dropped another inch of rain overnight CC :13 3/1/2014 ENV National Weather Service predicts more showers CC :15

3/1/2014 DIS Glendora City Manager spoke on the weather CC :14

3/1/2014 ENV Storm update from Glendora Aguilar 2:50

3/1/2014 DIS Mandatory evacuation remains in effect in Azusa CC :09

3/1/2014 DIS Mandatory evacuation remains in effect in Monrovia CC :20

3/1/2014 ENV Storm update from Glendora Aguilar 3:04

3/1/2014 DIS Monrovia residents consider evacuation order CC :06

KPCC's Adolfo Guzman Lopez crashes a rehearsal by El Haru Kuroi, an East L.A. band with musical John Rabe / Adolfo Guzman 3/1/2014 I roots in Mexico, South America, and Africa. Lopez / Eddika Organista 8:07:00

Last year, bicyclist Damian Kevitt survived a gruesome accident near Griffith Park. Now, he's raising awareness of hit-and-run accidents and plans to finish his ride in April. Off-Ramp producer Kevin Kevin Ferguson / Damian 3/1/2014 I Ferguson met with Kevitt to see how he's recovered. Kevitt 6:38:00

Commentator L.J. Williamson's son came home with an unusual homework assignment: bring in five boxes of facial tissues for 100 points extra credit. She questions the ethics of letting donations impact 3/1/2014 EDU student grades. L.J. Williamson 2:36:00

Robert Hilburn, the only music writer at the Folsom Prison concert, tells an audience at the Crawford John Rabe / Oscar Garza / 3/1/2014 ART Family Forum the real Johnny Cash story. Robert Hilburn 9:13:00

3/2/2014 POLI Uproar continues over what to do about Senator Rod Wright Adler 1:37

3/2/2014 ENV Marine biologists predict strong salmon fishing season Pringle :47

3/2/2014 SGV Rain/mud/flooding in Glendora Aguilar 1:05

3/2/2014 ENV The storm isn't quite over CC :06 3/2/2014 LAW Mandatory evacuation orders remain in place in Azusa CC :14

3/2/2014 POLI Gov Brown considered legalization CC :14

3/2/2014 ENV Snow blanketed Big Bear during the storm CC :08

3/2/2014 ENV Weekend storms did not ease drought CC :25

3/2/2014 ENV Storm update from Glendora CC :13

3/2/2014 ENT "Her" nominated for Best Picture CC :21

3/2/2014 ENT "Nebraska" nominated for Best Picture CC :06

3/2/2014 ENT "12 Years a Slave" nominated for Best Picture CC :24

3/2/2014 ENT "The Square" nominated for an Oscar CC :17

3/2/2014 ENV Marine biologists predict strong salmon fishing season CC :08

3/2/2014 LAW Mounted patrol units attended annual conference this weekend Palta 1:40

3/3/2014 ENV Oil drilling expands along PCH in Huntington Beach Joyce :45

3/3/2014 DIV Race is still strongest predictor of whether infant will die within first year - reasons are complicated Florido 4:14

3/3/2014 DC House pushes Senate to move water bill Felde 1:06

3/3/2014 HEAL Study suggests proper dental hygiene can save lives and money Bartolone 1:09 3/3/2014 HEAL Study suggests proper dental hygiene can save lives and money CC :11

3/3/2014 ECON California nurseries brace for impact of drought CC :08

3/3/2014 ECON California nurseries brace for impact of drought CC :14

3/3/2014 ENT Zydeco scene in California Dornhelm 5:00

3/3/2014 EDU LAUSD will consider expanding computer science offerings Gilbertson 1:18

3/3/2014 SGV Krail will stay in front of Glendora homes for the next 3 to 5 years Aguilar 1:33

3/3/2014 Loh Life Romantic Loh 2:40

3/3/2014 ENT Matthew McConaughey took home Best Actor CC :09

3/3/2014 ENT Cate Blanchett took home Best Actress CC :17

3/3/2014 POLI Ron Calderon takes a leave of absence CC :29

3/3/2014 ENT Lupita Nyong'o took home Best Supporting Actress CC :11

3/3/2014 ENT Diversity was on display at the Oscars CC :13

3/3/2014 ENT Diversity was on display at the Oscars CC :11

3/3/2014 ENT Jared Leto took home Best Supporting Actor CC :09

3/3/2014 ENT Academy Award winners and losers Roe 3:21 3/3/2014 DIS Residents allowed to return to evacuated homes CC :08

3/3/2014 POLI President Obama says Russia is on the "wrong side of history" CC :10

3/3/2014 ENV Storm cleanup efforts underway in Glendora and Azusa CC :16

3/3/2014 LAW Law professionals tackle issue of foreign languages in court CC :10

3/3/2014 LAW Body discovered in the LA River CC :10

3/3/2014 ART Hamilton high students get back to school after a big night performing at Oscars with Pharrell CC :13

3/3/2014 ENV LADWP launched new site today telling customers how it's doing with its billing problems Kim 1:07

3/3/2014 POLI Independent report released on status of Los Angeles Fire Department Walton :47

3/3/2014 SCI Recent rains will not fuel the growth of fire prone grasses, scientist says Totten :57

3/3/2014 LAW Federal judge rules California violates prisoner's rights by denying parole or delaying hearings Palta 1:11

3/3/2014 POLI Two Senators take leaves of absence, Democrats lose supermajority CC :14

3/3/2014 ART Hamilton high students get back to school after a big night performing at Oscars with Pharrell Plummer 1:21

3/3/2014 ENT Hamilton high students get back to school after a big night performing at Oscars with Pharrell CC :05

3/3/2014 ENT Hamilton high students get back to school after a big night performing at Oscars with Pharrell CC :06

Thousands of students and other demonstrators marched in Sacramento today, calling for more 3/3/2014 EDU funding for the state's community colleges CC :12 3/3/2014 EDU Higher education advocates ask for dedicated funding for community colleges Pringle :44

3/3/2014 POLI Two Senators take leaves of absence, Democrats lose supermajority Orr :53

3/3/2014 ENT Academy Awards ceremony features diverse winners Berestein Rojas 1:40

3/3/2014 ENER DWP launches new web page to update customers about problems with billing CC :10

3/3/2014 EDU Eli Broad appoints head of philanthropic education efforts Guzman 3:37

Hollywood’s biggest night delivered plenty of glamor, eloquent speeches and the world’s best selfie, thanks to host Ellen Degeneres. While Degeneres’ star-studded selfie broke a re-tweeting record, her hosting performance earned mixed reviews. Even with some lukewarm reviews overnight ratings estimates for the Oscars are up seven percent from last year’s show making it the highest rated 3/3/14 ENT Academy Awards since 2005. Tom O'Neil, Mary McNamara 19:00 Washington is facing a tough foreign policy challenge now that Russia has escalated the conflict in Ukraine by seizing control of the country's strategic Crimean peninsula. There are concerns that Russian president Vladimir Putin might go even further and send Russian troops to Russian- 3/3/14 POLI speaking regions of Ukraine, sparking even more hostilities. Matt Rojansky, Christian Caryl 19:00 ? Orange County Sheriff's Department has seen a huge influx of applications for concealed carry weapons (CCW) permits. This follows the department's announcement that it would ease permitting in response to last month's federal appeals court ruling that found San Diego's restrictions on CCW 3/3/14 SEC permits - similar to many in California - were unconstitutional. Adam Winkler, California-based 2nd Adam Winkler 19:00 For the past decade and a half, California has seen its position as the center of the global entertainment industry come under siege. But California is losing film and TV jobs as its workers are Fred Baron, Rajiv Dalal, Kathy lent out to states like New York and Louisiana that subsidize production and post-production. New Garmezy, Joseph Henchman, 3/3/14 ECON technology is making the relocation trend easier than ever. Kevin Klowden 41:00:00

Today: A visit to LA's Creole Corridor where true Mardi Gras traditions are alive and well. Plus, 3/3/2014 ENT "Twelve Years a Slave" wins best picture and a part in public school curriculum around the country. Rebecca Keegan 8:57

Big data cruncher David Rothschild correctly predicted 21 of the 24 Oscars categories...even though 3/3/2014 ENT he'd only seen 2 nominated films. David Rothschild 5:54

The now three-time Academy-Award winning film, "12 Years a Slave" will be making its way into classrooms nationwide in the fall. The film, along with Solomon Northup's 1853 memoir, will be 3/3/2014 EDUC integrated into high school curriculums in state-run districts across the country. Tom Gentzel 4:52

The owners of Harold & Belle's in South LA hail from New Orleans, and the restaurant has been 3/3/2014 HIST serving traditional Creole food for three generations. No 4:48

New Orleans is gearing up for this week's Fat Tuesday celebration with its distinctive soundtrack of 3/3/2014 HIST Zydeco music No 5:27 We talk to talk to creature creator Ben Bayouth who makes really cool props for movies like 3/3/2014 ENT Superman: Man of Steel and for TV shows like Grimm and Robot Chicken. Ben Bayouth 7:08

From "Green Eggs and Ham" to "Horton Hears A Who," he wrote 46 books. Don't believe me? It's 3/3/2014 HIST true! Mara Alpert 4:28

Philanthropist Eli Broad has donated billions of dollars over the years, and a nice chunk of it has 3/3/2014 ART gone to public education. No 3:59

3/3/2014 POLI Last night, state Senator Ron Calderon announced that he's taking a leave of absence. Frank Stoltze 4:49

In Mexico, change could soon be coming to the telecoms and television industry – long dominated by just a small handful of powerful players, including multi-billionaire Carlos Slim. The result could be a 3/3/2014 FORE shift not just for the companies but for tens of millions of consumers throughout the country. Henry Tricks 4:57

If you're lucky as an intern, you might get a stipend or a small wage. If you're REALLY lucky, you're 3/3/2014 TECH an intern in Silicon Valley where you could pull an average of five-thousand or more. A MONTH. Scott Dobroski 8:01

Yelp just compiled its list of the country's top 100 restaurants. And at the top are none of the Betty Porto, Albert 3/3/2014 ENT esteemed, Michelin-starred places you'd expect. Vasconcelles 7:29

The lives of RLSH or Real Life Super Heroes can be fraught with danger, but that doesn't stop some 3/3/2014 LIT people from donning capes and costumes to fight crime. Tea Krulos 5:23

3/3/2014 HEAL The vast majority of babies born in the U.S., to women of all ethnicities, are born healthy. No 4:36

Glenn Bianchi plans to re-open the Paramount Drive-in. It's the theater that his father opened in 1947 3/3/2014 ENT in Paramount, California, originally called the Roadium Drive-in. Glenn Bianchi 5:01

A water district in Southeast LA has been dogged by a stream of allegations and countercharges 3/4/2014 POLI over political and financial improprieties Foshay 4:27

Los Angeles is home to the biggest Filipino population in the mainland US. But, they have limited 3/4/2014 ART access to art from their home country. Schmidt 4:02

3/4/2014 ECON Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti continues {TUE} his four-day trade mission to Mexico. CC :17

A dozen people were hurt after a man driving a mini-van collided with a Metro Blue Line train near 3/4/2014 TRAN Downtown Los Angeles. CC :12

3/4/2014 POLI LAFD's interim chief addresses concerns about recruitment and transparency. Walton :47 3/4/2014 HEAL High protein diet dramatically increases risk of cancer for those in middle age, USC study says O'Neill :58

3/4/2014 POLI LA City Council votes to ban people from using electronic cigarettes CC :15

3/4/2014 ECON The basic pitch of the OASIS Summit is this: Come to our conference and you may strike it rich! Bergman 1:15

INTRO: 4 year olds made national news today as President Obama included funding for early childhood education in his 2015 budget proposal to give them access to education. KPCC's Deepa 3/4/2014 EDU Fernandes reports Fernandes 1:14

3/4/2014 POLI Republicans propose bill to refund tax money if court finds tax collected illegally or is unconstitutional CC :10

3/4/2014 ENV Recent storms don't come complete to meeting the need CC :14

3/4/2014 LAW LAPD to focus on traffic safety this year.] CC :10

3/4/2014 HEAL Survey finds sharp drop in rate of early deliveries of babies at hospitals in US and in CA Roman 4:33

Tax time is fast approaching, and some lawmakers in California's Capitol think, in some cases, you 3/4/2014 SAC should be getting even more money back from the governmen Orr :54

The Los Angeles City Council voted today (TUE) to ban the use of E-cigarettes in the city's 3/4/2014 HEAL workplaces, restaurants, bars, and parks Watt 1:15

The state Supreme Court hears arguments on whether a police officer's name is exempted from the 3/4/2014 LAW public records act.] Aguilar 1:10

3/4/2014 ENT When the movie NOAH hits the screens later this month, it will carry a disclaimer. CC :13

3/4/2014 DIV Hearing in LA on how to increase English-learner's access to courts Palta 1:08

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (neh-ten-YAH-hoo) will be in the Southland through 3/4/2014 FOR Thursday CC :16

State Supreme Court will hear a case on whether a police officer's name is considered a public 3/4/2014 LAW record.] Aguilar 1:27 Ukrainian immigrants in Southern California are nervous, and divided, as we hear from KPCC's 3/4/2014 FOR Josie Huang. Huang 4:00

3/4/2014 SPOR Time Warner Cable SportsNet is a mandatory on-air credit. CC :12

Russian president Vladimir Putin has described his country's intervention in Ukraine as a 3/4/2014 FOR humanitarian mission, coming in the wake of an unconstitutional coup CC :47

3/4/2014 FOR Diplomatic efforts are underway to resolve the crisis in Ukraine. CC :34

3/4/2014 FOR Secretary of State John Kerry is in Ukraine CC :24

During a talk about the NASA 2015 budget Administrator Charles Bolden was asked repeatedly what 3/4/2014 SCI tensions between the US and Russia might mean for the International Space Station Totten 1:11 In a visit to Kiev on Tuesday U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry addressed Russia’s intervention in Ukraine, accusing Russia of unnecessary aggression in Crimea. Kerry pledged $1 billion in U.S. aid to the new Ukrainian government and promised sanctions on Russia if the situation in Crimea does Nina Tumarkin, Edward-Isaac 3/4/14 FOR not de-escalate. Dovere 21:00 A new proposal from the FDA may require generic drug makers to update the labeling and health risks on their packaging as new information becomes available. Currently, generic companies rely on brand name versions of their drugs to update consumers on relevant new health information and are 3/4/14 HEAL not allowed to update their own labels right away. Allison Zieve, Ralph G. Neas 20:00

A new survey from Gallup Education shows that only nine percent of business leaders consider the school an applicant attended to be “very important” when it comes to hiring decisions. Instead, Brandon Busteed, John 3/4/14 ECON businesses are placing more emphasis on relevant skills and knowledge in the field. Boudreau, Ph.D., 19:00 Two California politicians have been placed on paid administrative leave while they wait for their next days in court. Ron Calderon, who is facing two dozen charges of bribery, fraud and money laundering charges, announced this week that he will take a leave of absence rather than resigning 3/4/14 POLI from the state Senate. Jessica Levinson 15:00

Bill Gates has reclaimed the top spot as the world’s richest person on Forbes’ annual ranking of the world’s billionaires after four years. Gates beats out Mexican telecom mogul Carlos Slim Helu. Spanish clothing retailer Amancio Ortega (best known for the Zara fashion chain) keeps the #3 spot 3/4/14 ECON from 2013. Warren Buffett comes in at #4. Rounding out the top 5 is Oracle honcho Larry Ellison. Luisa Kroll 12:00

We are bombarded every day with numbers that tell us about the health of the U.S. economy. Gross national product, balance of trade, unemployment, inflation, and consumer confidence are just a few 3/4/14 ECON of them. Zachary Karabell 12:00 L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti is in Mexico City this week meeting with business leaders and state and local officials. Garcetti and Mexico City Mayor Miguel Ángel Mancera Espinosa announced an agreement yesterday that aims to promote new projects in clean energy, biomedicine and business 3/4/2014 POLI creation. Eric Garcetti 9:25

In the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Los Angeles, Mary Billey sang Catholic hymns with 3/4/2014 DIV dozens of other immigrants in their native Ukrainian tongue. No 4:47 Today President Obama releases his budget plan. It features tax cuts for the middle-class and more 3/4/2014 POLI funding for anti-poverty programs. Lauren French 5:18

The ethos behind President Obama's budget hinges on the idea, "Opportunity for all." It's a future tha tackles income inequality, and where the economic playing field is leveled. But what if LA was given 3/4/2014 POLI its own blank check? One that could be used to make any kind of future it wanted? Tara Roth 5:34

California did get a bit of rain recently, but drought remains a persistent problem. And while no one can make it rain, farmers can try to look for more water underground. To do that, many have been 3/4/2014 ENV relying on a practice known as "dowsing" or "water witching." Marc Mondavi 4:13

Los Angeles is home to the biggest Filipino population in the mainland U.S. However, they have limited access to art from their home country. A new exhibit at USC's Fisher Art Museum gives these 3/4/2014 DIV residents a rare chance to reconnect with the breadth of Filipino creativity. No 4:31

It's time for Tuesday Reviewsday, our weekly new music segment. This week we have new albums Steve Hochman, Justino 3/4/2014 ART from Regina Carter, Linda Perhacs, La Santa Cecilia and 3BallMTY. Aguila. 9:26

Facing a backlog of hundreds of health and safety complaints about nursing homes, Los Angeles County public health officials told inspectors to close cases without fully investigating them, according 3/4/2014 HEAL to internal documents and interviews. Anna Gorman 4:17

New legislation working its way through Sacramento could ease penalties for some juvenile 3/4/2014 LAW offenders, including those who commit murder. No 5:21

Here's a scenario: You're out at a coffee shop, and people at the next table start talking in a foreign language...about you. Maybe you can only tell based on how they look at you. Or maybe you caught 3/4/2014 DIV them because you know the language. Joz Wang 14:53

Although the state was just hit by a storm, it was not enough. With all the talks of saving water, 3/4/2014 EDUC KPCC’s Deepa Fernandes wonders how that message is being taught to children. No 4:21

The union's current president, Warren Fletcher, vowed to file federal and state age discrimination 3/4/2014 EDUC complaints over the disciplinary system Howard Blume 5:30

Student loans have been a problem for a long time. The amount of loans is now at $1.1 trillion dollars, but the problem may be getting even worse. Some believe that a growing number of people 3/4/2014 ECON are enrolling in college, not to get a degree or training, but just to get a student loan. Josh Mitchell 5:03

3/5/2014 MIL President's proposed budget does not have money for hte new F/A-18 SUper Hornet fighter jets. CC :21

Proposed CA water bond backed by Assembly Democrats now includes an extra billion dollars for 3/5/2014 ENV storage Adler :46

3/5/2014 HEAL CA survey finds most grocery markets promote unhealthy products to kids CC :18

3/5/2014 IMM State DMV working on what documentation needed for licenses for illegal immigrants CC :09 The Obama administration is granting a two-year extension to people with individual health insurance 3/5/2014 HEAL policies that do not meet the standards of the the Affordable Care Ac CC :12

President's proposed budget does not have money for hte new F/A-18 SUper Hornet fighter jets. 3/5/2014 ECON That could hurt hundreds of local jobs Watt 1:14

3/5/2014 ENV mountain lion that killed a pet early this morning is being hunted by police Kim 1:01

3/5/2014 HEAL A second baby born with AIDS in the U-S may have been cured CC :17

3/5/2014 HEAL Lawsuit seeks to reinstate cancelled health plans in California O'Neill :50

3/5/2014 IMM State DMV working on what documentation needed for licenses for illegal immigrants Pringle :42

Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt expressed frustration over his company's relationship with 3/5/2014 TECH the N-S-A Bergman 1:02

3/5/2014 ENV This weekend's storm didn't dump enough rain to put a dent in California's drought. Sommer 4:48

Last week's storm may have been a nice little respite, but Max Pringle learned it would have to rain 3/5/2014 ENV almost non-stop for the next couple of months before the drought would end. Pringle :44

California prison officials hope to resume transfers of the sickest inmates to a new, state of the art 3/5/2014 LAW medical facility in Stockton later this month. Small 4:36

If they don't fix it in 60 days, we're not going to aid and abet the city to not care for the citizens 3/5/2014 LAW correctly CC :08

The Obama administration is taking steps to support US allies in Europe after Russia's takeover of 3/5/2014 POLI the Crimean Peninsula in Ukraine CC :05

3/5/2014 LAW Investigators have arrested a student from West Los Angeles Community College CC :14

Ukraine's foreign minister says he has temporarily canceled plans to fly home from Paris today 3/5/2014 FOR (WED) CC :15

The Los Angeles Fire Commission has ordered an independent assessor to investigate how the L-A 3/5/2014 LAW Fire Department recruits and hires firefighters. CC :24 3/5/2014 POLI San Francisco supervisors vote to ban plastic water bottles in public property CC :18

3/5/2014 POLI The city of Los Angeles faces a multimillion-dollar deficit next year.) Walton :41

3/5/2014 POLI he city of Los Angeles could face a multimillion-dollar shortfall heading into the next fiscal year. Walton :16

3/5/2014 TECH Facebook has agreed to delete user posts that seek to buy or sell guns illegally CC :06

3/5/2014 POLI A special UN envoy has ended his mission in Ukraine's Crimea region CC :14

3/5/2014 POLI Former Sec of State Hillary Clinton remains mum on whether she will run for President CC :12

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent military 3/5/2014 FOR actions on the Crimean peninsula of Ukraine threaten stability in the regio CC :18 Electronic cigarettes will be prohibited in Los Angeles workplaces, bars and outdoor public parks under a city ordinance passed yesterday.. The ban essentially treats e-cigarettes the same as tobacco products, although there is not evidence at present showing any harm is caused by vapors David Zahniser, Mitch 3/5/14 HEAL exhaled from e-cigs. O’Farrell, Mark Kleiman, 30:00:00

Pennies and nickels just aren't worth what they used to be anymore, literally. Nowadays, it costs 1.8 cents to make a penny, and 9.4 cents to make a nickel, according to the U.S. Mint. Given the discrepancy, many economists have long called for the elimination of the two coins from our currency system. They are just too expensive to produce. The federal government spent about $104.5 million 3/5/14 ECON on their production last year. Jeffrey Sparshott 8:00 At any given time, roughly 12,000 inmates in California prisons spend their time in isolated units with little opportunity for human contact. Inmates assigned to Security Housing Units - or SHUs - have been deemed too violent to be placed in general population and can spend up to 23 hours a day in Sen. Loni Hancock, Sen. Loni 3/5/14 POLI isolation. Hancock, Margo Schlanger 20:00

An independent review of the Los Angeles Fire Department has called for the major organizational overhaul at the department. The report was conducted by the global consulting firm PA Consulting 3/5/14 POLI and was commissioned by the city. Andrew Rea, Frank Lima 13:00

In the 1980s, the Los Angeles Lakers redefined professional basketball—transforming the sport into 3/5/14 LIT a full-on spectacle in line with the excess of the era. Jeff Pearlman 26:00:00

The Los Angeles Fire Department has been under scrutiny for the lack of diversity in its ranks. Now, the city's Fire Commission has asked an independent assessor to look into how the department 3/5/2014 RACE recruits and hires new firefighters. Delia Ibarra 6:15

Last week, at a Senate subcommittee hearing, Senator Dick Durbin called the practice, "a human rights issue we can't ignore." Among those who testified at that hearing is our next guest, the head of 3/5/2014 LAW Colorado's Department of Corrections Rick Raemisch. Rick Raemisch 7:32 These days plenty of tech companies are investing good chunks of their fortunes into getting just the right look and feel to their offices. It's a trend the New York Times' deputy tech editor Quentin Hardy 3/5/2014 TECH has been writing about and he joins us now. Quentin Hardy 6:44

Artist Daniel Joseph Martinez's career has spanned decades. His work has been called unpredictable, bold, challenging. He's taken his art all over the world, from the museums and 3/5/2014 ART galleries of New York to sites in Cairo, Berlin, Moscow and Mexico City. No 8:33 The Lakers keep taking their fans to strange new places. Turns out you can't go home again, without people questioning your motives, and how kissing a gator is all part of good clean fun. All that means it's time for sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, who have covered sports for ESPN and the LA 3/5/2014 SPOR Times. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 10:09

This weekend's storm didn't dump enough rain to put a dent in California's drought. Meanwhile, the state's tight water supplies have focused attention on environmental restoration projects, especially 3/5/2014 ENV the effort to bring salmon back to California's second longest river, the San Joaquin. No 5:06

San Francisco city leaders have voted to ban the sale of plastic bottled water on public property, 3/5/2014 ENV making it one of the strictest bans in the country. David Chiu 5:14

Climbing to the top of Mount Everest isn't for the faint of heart. It can often takes weeks to reach the summit, and starting this year, you won't just bring back a sense of accomplish. You'll also be forced 3/5/2014 ENV to tote more than 17 pounds of trash down with you, too. Dawa Steven Sherpa 4:48

Campers beware! If you're planning on driving up to the Prairie Creek Redwoods, you might find yourself staring at a closed road. Park officials have started closing down the Newton Drury Parkway 3/5/2014 ENV to try to keep out wood poachers Jeff Denny 4:43

The ban is expected to be signed into law by Mayor Eric Garcetti and when it goes into effect would 3/5/2014 LAW treat e-cigarettes just like regular cigarettes. Brandon O'Connell 5:13

L.A. hosted the Olympics in 1984, and the event was considered a huge success. Officials here are 3/5/2014 SPOR hoping for a repeat four decades later. Barry Sanders 5:12

Thousands of people in New Mexico have developmental disabilities, but it's been hard for them to get access to the full spectrum of services available through the government. Many have been 3/5/2014 HEAL waiting for as long as 10 years. No 5:08

Today, romantic comedies are like yesterday's wedding cake left out in the rain. A soggy sad 3/5/2014 ENT reminder of a love story gone bad. Amy Nicholson 10:16

KPCC's Ben Bergman drew Home Opener duty and talks with Off-Ramp host John Rabe about Puig, 3/5/2014 I Tommy's trattoria, Vin Scully, and his Ben's Dodger Dog limit. Ben Bergman / John Rabe 4:34:00

Michael Garber edited Huell's shows from 2004 until his last episode and says that despite the raw Kevin Ferguson / Michael 3/5/2014 I quality, Huell had a very clear vision for his TV work. Garber 5:52:00

Did you know one in nine adults don't know know how to ride a bike? If you're one of those nine, 3/5/2014 SPOR “Learn To Ride For Adults” could be the answer for you. L.J. Williamson 3:28:00

A downtown Los Angeles music festival proposed for Labor Day weekend is under fire from critics who say there hasn’t been enough information or outreach about the event. The “Budweiser Made in 3/5/2014 ART America Festival” boasts music “curated by Jay-Z. John Rabe / Alica Walton 24:26:00 The L.A. City Archivist opens his files to show us how the city dealt with the unregulated movie 3/5/2014 ART industry's location shoots a hundred years ago. Michael Holland 4:35:00

Off-Ramp commentator John Regardie discusses what he considers to be a lackluster start to Mayor 3/5/2014 POLI Garcetti's term. John Regardie 3:35:00

The present value of health and dental benefits expected to be paid to current and future California 3/6/2014 HEAL retirees is 64 billion dollars CC :11

3/6/2014 ECON Office supply chain Staples says its closing up to 225 stores across the countr Watt 1:20

A mother in Lake Elisinore today {THU} had to take down a memorial roadside cross she had put up 3/6/2014 RELI in memory of her late son. CC :18

3/6/2014 SPOR Unofficial bike ride ahead of LA Marathon is cancelled Jahad 1:23

3/6/2014 SPOR CC :16

One way state officials hope to make California better able to withstand drought is to stock 3/6/2014 ENV underground drinking water supplies with recycled wastewater. Joyce 4:13

Protesters in Venezuela are speaking out against President Nicolas Maduro, and that's led to 3/6/2014 FOR violence with government forces. Berestein Rojas 3:33

The leading proposal to replace California's 11-billion-dollar water bond on the November ballot now 3/6/2014 LAW has an extra billion dollars for storage projects like dams and reservoirs. CC :11

3/6/2014 IMM Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti says President Obama should cut deportations of migrants. CC :13

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (neh-ten-YAH-hoo) visited L-A's Museum of Tolerance 3/6/2014 today {THU CC :10

3/6/2014 HEAL President Obama makes final push to get Latinos to sign up for Affordable Care Act insurance CC :11

Muhammad Ali is a legend in boxing, but one of his biggest fights actually happened outside of the 3/6/2014 ENT ring: his effort to overturn a five-year prison sentence for refusing to serve in the U-S military CC :19

Leaders from the U-S and Europe are denouncing a move by lawmakers in Crimea who unanimously 3/6/2014 FOR declared they want to split from Ukraine and join Russia. CC :15 3/6/2014 HEAL President Obama makes final push to get Latinos to sign up for Affordable Care Act insurance CC :13

3/6/2014 HEAL President Obama makes final push to get Latinos to sign up for Affordable Care Act insurance CC :20

3/6/2014 HEAL President Obama defends Affordable Care Act's achievements CC :09

3/6/2014 ENT Disney announced today it's laying off 700 employees in its video game and internet division Watt :46

3/6/2014 EDU Lawmaker proposes superintendent pay transparency measures.) Guzman :53

3/6/2014 TECH Disney lays off 700 employees of its interactive unit." CC :24

The daughter of Martin Luther King Jr. is urging her brothers to reconsider a plan to sell their father's 3/6/2014 HIST Bible and Nobel Peace Prize. CC :11

A group of Democratic state lawmakers today {THU} proposed new ethics rules that would limit gifts 3/6/2014 POLI and fundraising. CC :20

3/6/2014 LAW Federal jury finds Anaheim police officer did not use excessive force in fatal shooting Joyce :56

3/6/2014 TECH What company will break through as the next Google or Twitter? Bergman 1:13

3/6/2014 DC House votes on resolution condemning Issa Felde :58

Federal weather, climate monitors today said there's a 50-50 chance of El Nino conditions forming in 3/6/2014 ENV the Pacific this year} Kim :51

3/6/2014 TRAN A blind man fell in front of a Metro Red Line train today {thurs} but amazingly was not hit. CC :18

3/6/2014 POLI CA lawmaker wants to tmake Secretary of State office non-partisan CC :07

3/6/2014 POLI CA lawmaker wants to tmake Secretary of State office non-partisan CC :07 3/6/2014 POLI Democrats in the state senate Orr :58

The present cost of health and dental benefits expected to be paid to future and current California 3/6/2014 HEAL retirees is growing. Quinton :54

The White House waded even further into crisis between Ukraine and Russia on Thursday by announcing it was placing visa restrictions on certain Ukrainian and Russian officials, which 3/6/14 FOR Washington believes are responsible for the escalation in Crimea region. Jamila Trindle 19:00

The SAT will no longer require an essay section, according to an announcement yesterday from the 3/6/14 EDU College Board about the 88-year-old test’s redesign. Eric Hoover 29:00:00

Southern California is no stranger to the workout trend called CrossFit. The gyms, or "boxes" as they're known, have been popping up in cities across the country since the workout caught on in the 3/6/14 HEAL early 2000s. Andy Galpin, Jonathan Sum 20:00

California Senate Democrats are proposing major changes to the state Political Reform Act following Sen. Richardo Lara, Bob 3/6/14 SAC a series of scandals, including criminal charges, against California politicians. Stern 12:00

In "MFA vs NYC: The Two Cultures of American Fiction," writer and cultural thinker Chad Harbach talks about the two routes available to those with literary aspirations who want to pursue a career in 3/6/14 EDU creative writing. Chad Harbach 13:00

In his new book, Natural Prophets, author, management expert, and marketer Joe Dobrow traces the history of health food through decades, chronicling the proliferation of natural food businesses like 3/6/14 HEAL Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Stonyfield Farm, and others. Joe Dobrow 15:00

Yesterday, Facebook announced new rules to crack down on illegal firearms online. Yes, the social networking site has become quite the hotbed of gun sales. For more on what's happening with guns 3/6/2014 TECH online and how Facebook has responded, we're joined now by Jeff Elder of the Wall Street Journal. Jeff Elder 8:43

It’s now fewer than 100 days until the first kick off at The World Cup in Brazil. Though that may still sound like a long time away, in a tournament that takes nearly four years to crown a winner, it’s just 3/6/2014 SPOR the blink of an eye. Steve Han 4:31

The SAT is getting a big makeover. Yesterday, the College Board announced a sweeping redesign of the exam. Among the changes? More obscure vocabulary words, once a hallmark of the SAT, are 3/6/2014 EDUC out. Geoff Nunberg 7:59

Many a mouse has disappeared as users turn to trackpads instead. But there's no fear of the mouse becoming completely obsolete. At least not according to our next guest, Geoff Fowler, personal tech 3/6/2014 TECH columnist with the Wall Street Journal. Geoff Fowler 7:17

In a few weeks Russell Crowe will build an ark to save the faithful, in Darren Aronofsky's epic, 3/6/2014 RELI "Noah." Diane Winston 8:06

In sports movies and documentaries, there are instances where the subject of the film transcends the 3/6/2014 ART sport itself. Where the protagonist becomes greater than the game or event that they participate in. Larry Earl 7:29

It's Thursday and that means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government throughout California. To help us with that we're joined in studio by KPCC political reporters Alice 3/6/2014 POLI Walton and Frank Stoltze. Alice Walton, Frank Stoltze 15:17 Protesters in Venezuela are speaking out against President Nicolas Maduro, and that's led to violence with government forces. KPCC's Leslie Berestein Rojas reports Venezuelan expats in Los 3/6/2014 FORE Angeles have responded with protests of their own. No 3:50

U.S. Border Patrol agents have stepped into the path of oncoming cars on purpose to justify shooting 3/6/2014 FORE at the drivers. Brian Bennett 6:09

One way state officials hope to make California better able to withstand drought is to stock underground drinking water supplies with recycled wastewater. Water managers across the state 3/6/2014 ENV could learn from Orange County -- an early adopter of recycled water. No 4:42

Already there are signs that Mexico could be moving in that direction. Last month, a number of bills were introduced in Mexico City, and at the national level that could soften drug laws regarding 3/6/2014 FORE marijuana. Richard Fausset 6:23

Reports that Chipotle may have to stop serving guacamole because of global warming shocked the 3/6/2014 ENT Internet and avocado lovers everywhere. Tiffany Hsu 3:51

3/7/2014 POLI A state lawmaker wants to make the Secretary of State's office non-partisan Pringle :51

3/7/2014 ECON Grocery chains are poised to merge CC :14

President Obama is making a direct plea to Latinos to sign up for health care plans under the 3/7/2014 HEAL Affordable Care Act. Dembosky 1:04

3/7/2014 POLI California's Democratic leaders meet in Los Angeles this weekend for their annual convention. Detrow 1:47

3/7/2014 TECH The man Newsweek asserts invented Bitcoin, wrote its code, says no way, the magazine's wrong. CC :13

3/7/2014 TRAN We're hearing from a witness to an accident on the subway tracks yesterday. CC :07

3/7/2014 SPOR The Los Angeles Clippers beat the Lakers by almost 50-points last night. CC :09

A 14-year veteran officer of the Los Angeles Police Department has been killed - and a rookie officer 3/7/2014 LAW injured - when their cruiser collided with a trash hauler truck this morning (8AM) in Beverly Hills. CC :21

3/7/2014 LAW LA Police officer killed in crash; another officer injured CC :15

California and Los Angeles County lost jobs in January, but their unemployment rates continued to 3/7/2014 ECON fall. Watt :44 Orange County Sheriffs deputies have arrested the 19-year old son of a divorced couple found dead 3/7/2014 LAW last month in their San Juan Capistrano home. CC :11

11 people have died in house fires in Los Angeles in 20-14. That's about twice the number of most 3/7/2014 LAW years CC :15

3/7/2014 HEAL Health officials confirm 16 more flu-related deaths in California Florido :43

Metro officials say surveillance video from yesterday's (THU) Red Line incident show how a blind 3/7/2014 TRAN man escaped death after falling in front of an oncoming train. CC :10

3/7/2014 TRAN Paul Gonzales saw surveillance footage of the incident at the Wilshire/ Vermont station. CC :16

Federal jury awards more than three million dollars to three Westminster cops who said they were 3/7/2014 LAW denied promotions because of race} Joyce 1:17

3/7/2014 DC Farmers urge Congress to act on water legislation Felde :57

Enviros have sued EPA and Army Corps of Engineers in attempt to stop development of Newhall 3/7/2014 ENV Ranch Kim 1:19

3/7/2014 LAW Coroner's department names officer killed in crash CC :13

3/7/2014 ECON Supermarket chain Safeway is being taken over by investor group that owns Albertsons CC :06

If you're running Sunday's L-A Marathon, it's going to be an extra early day for you and 25-thousand 3/7/2014 SPOR fellow runners. Aguillar 1:01

More than three thosuand Democrats from around California gather in Los Angeles this weekend for 3/7/2014 POLI the party Stoltze :27 Last year's documentary "Blackfish" sparked a huge outcry over the use of orcas, known as "killer whales", which have been performing at SeaWorld's theme parks for decades. The film details the tragic death of orca whale trainer Dawn Brancheau who was killed at the SeaWorld theme park in 3/7/14 LAW Orlando, Fla. after being pulled into the tank by a killer whale. Naomi Rose, Naomi Rose 23:00

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’ Climate Prediction Center issued an El Niño on Thursday. This means there is now a 50 percent chance of El Niño developing at some point this 3/7/14 SCI summer or fall. Mike Halpert 8:00

A court ruling this week has dealt a setback to a New Jersey teenager who's sued her parents for immediate financial assistance. Rachel Canning, 18, alleges in her suit that her parents kicked her 3/7/14 YOUT out of their New Jersey home and she is unable to support herself financially. Liz Weston 16:00 Larry and KPCC film critics Tim Cogshell, Henry Sheehan and Charles Solomon review this week’s releases, including Mr. Peabody & Sherman, 300: Rise of an Empire, The Grand Budapest Hotel and Tim Cogshell, Henry 3/7/14 ENT more. TGI-Filmweek! Sheehan, Charles Solomon 31:00:00 On February 20, Sarah Jones, a camera assistant for the indie biopic Midnight Rider, was killed by a train while shooting on set in Doctortown, Georgia. The accident, which is being treated by Georgia law enforcement as a negligent homicide, is the biggest safety scandal in the film industry in the last Scott C. Johnson, Joe 3/7/14 ENT decade. Wallenstein 16:00

Last night President Obama attended a townhall with Telemundo and Univision. He was supposed to talk about the Affordable Care Act, but instead was questioned on the record-number of deportations 3/7/2014 POLI under his Administration. Seung Min Kim 5:37

It was a historic night at the Staples Center last night, but not in a good way. The Clippers absolutely destroyed the Lakers. The Clippers beat the Lakers 142-94, a 48 point loss the worst in Lakers 3/7/2014 SPOR franchise history. That's going back to 1949 when they were in Minneapolis. No 3:20

Dr. Frank Jobe was the Los Angeles Dodgers team physician. For more on the remarkable career of Frank Jobe we're joined by Dr. Robert Klapper, director of the Joint Replacement program and 3/7/2014 OBIT orthopaedic surgeon at Cedars-Sinai. Robert Klapper 4:47

It's the end of the week, which means its time for another Friday Flashback. It's our look at the week in news, and oh what a week it's been. To help us get through all the headline topics is columnist 3/7/2014 POLI James Rainey of the Los Angeles Times and Nancy Cook of National Journal. James Rainey, Nancy Cook 15:38

Former Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca's one-time driver is among those now campaigning to 3/7/2014 LAW lead the department. But Assistant Sheriff James Hellmold is more than a former chauffeur. No 5:19

Earlier this week, Take Two had the chance to talk with "The Grand Budapest Hotel" director Wes 3/7/2014 ENT Anderson and star of the film, Tony Revolori. Tony Revolori 9:49

KPCC's resident marathoner Sharon McNary is here with some insider tips for runners and 3/7/2014 SPOR spectators. This is her 109th race. Sharon McNary 4:45

At Take Two we talk a LOT about music... AND tech... AND film, so we thought we'd send our very 3/7/2014 ENT own producer Jacob Margolis down to SXSW to check out what's going on. Jacob Margolis 5:12

For some kids, traditional school isn't necessarily the best option. They may have medical needs that make getting to school difficult, or perhaps they're athletes who travel frequently to train and 3/7/2014 EDUC compete. Maureen Schultz 5:04

Bianca Alatorre is not a fan of the overpowering smell of chemicals in nail salons. "Just being in there 3/7/2014 HEAL for me is really hard," she said. No 4:19

RuPaul has a new album out called, "Born Naked." His team intentionally leaked a version of it to website that traffic bootleg music to see if people started downloading it illegally. But, that album was 3/7/2014 ENT a decoy. RuPaul 5:37

For more on Michael Connelly's Los Angeles, we met up with him in front of City Hall and asked him 3/7/2014 ENT what first sparked his interest in the City of Angels. Michael Connelly 6:54

"True Detective" marks yet another success for HBO, but it has also helped introduce a wider 3/7/2014 ENT audience to a particularly dark Americana band from New Mexico. Brett and Rennie Sparks 8:19 House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and and Congressman Xavier Becerra were at LA City Hall 3/8/2014 POLI yesterday Berestein Rojas 2:38

Friends, family and colleagues are remembering a veteran LA police officer who died yesterday (FRI) 3/8/2014 LAW in a collision with a truck. CC :05

3/8/2014 POLI The California Democratic Party's annual convention is underway in Los Angeles. Stoltze :16

John Rabe and Marc Haefele talk with pop-art icon Wayne Thiebaud, now 93, subject of two new John Rabe / Marc Haefele / 3/8/2014 ART SoCal exhibits. Wayne Thiebaud 3:51:00

Dance writer Debra Levine tells the untold story of the legendary director's only musical and one of 3/8/2014 ART his few flops. Debra Levine 6:39:00

On March 15, the LA KISS play their first game. After so many teams have tried and failed to set Kevin Ferguson / Dave 3/8/2014 SPOR roots in the LA market, Kevin Ferguson asks: can this one succeed? McKibben / Brett Bouchy 4:24:00

Kristen Bell and John Rabe star in a new "Veronica Mars" parody video, and Bell reveals the 3/8/2014 I shocking truth behind the movie's cameos. John Rabe / Kristen Bell 3:17:00

Off-Ramp host John Rabe sat down with screenwriter and director John Ridley ("Undercover 3/8/2014 MEDIA Brother," "Three Kings") to talk about his two new films - "12 Years a Slave" and "All Is by My Side." John Rabe / John Ridley 10:19:00 Director Morgan Neville tells the story of backup singers in the documentary 20 Feet from Stardom, which became the first film to sell at Sundance 2013. Off-Ramp contributor and documentarian Ray Greene talked with Neville at Sundance soon after the director heard the good news that The 3/8/2014 ART Weinstein Company will be screening the film in theaters. RH Greene / Morgan Neville 8:45:00

John Rabe talks with the 'Veronica Mars' star about making the movie version of her hit show, seven 3/8/2014 I years later, and the scourge of paparazzi who target celebs' kids. John Rabe / Kristen Bell 5:58:00

3/9/2014 SPOR Bikes were allowed on the LA Marathon route early this morning (SUN) after all. CC :16

bill that would require all smartphone and mobile devices sold in California to come have an anti- 3/9/2014 TECH theft kill switch is making its way through the Legislature. Pringle :41

3/9/2014 People who suffer from allergies in California may already be feeling symptoms this year. Bartolone :53

3/9/2014 HEAL If you have allergies, you may already be suffering through itchy eyes and sneezing. CC :15

29-year-old parasnowborder Mike Shea (SHAY) is the sole athlete from Southern California 3/9/2014 SPOR competing at the Paralympic games in Sochi (SOH-chee) this week (FRI OR SAT). CC :24 Police say more than two dozen people were hurt after a stage collapsed at a high school in 3/9/2014 Anaheim. CC :12

3/9/2014 Hugo Maldonado (mahl-da-NAH-doh) is the chief lake lifeguard for Los Angeles County. CC :17

3/9/2014 POLI tate Democrats hold annual convention in Los Angeles. CC :13

3/9/2014 POLI State Democrats hold annual convention in Los Angeles Guzman-Lopez 1:00

3/9/2014 TECH E-cigarette supporters hold Vape-in in Los Angeles Guzman-Lopez :57

Los Angeles Police have made an arrest in the murder of a 66-year old man whose body parts were 3/10/2014 LAW found scattered near the Hollywood sign two years ago CC :13

3/10/2014 POLI CA Atty Gen. Kamala Harris unveils package of bill aimed to curve truancy at elementary schools CC :20

3/10/2014 POLI LA Mayor Eric Garcetti says there will be no raises for city employees this year CC :11

Wearable digital technology has stepped it up a notch at this year's South By Southwest Interactive 3/10/2014 TECH Festival in Austin. CC :17

U-S Marshals in San Diego this afternoon {MON} took a woman into custody for allegedly kidnapping 3/10/2014 LAW her 12-year old son CC :10

State and local elected officials -- together with law enforcement agencies -- say prostitution at 3/10/2014 LAW massage parlors is out of control CC :08

3/10/2014 ENV two massive swarm attacks may have been by killer bees Kim 1:11

You can hear The Loh Life on Mondays during Morning Edition and All Things Considered, and 3/10/2014 ECON anytime online at KPCC.org. Loh 2:33

KPCC pothole investigation spurs LA City Attorney to improve processing of pothole compensation 3/10/2014 POLI claims CC :11

3/10/2014 POLI Author Marianne Williamson has been dubbed "the high priestess of pop religion." McNary 2:56 3/10/2014 ED The California legislature considers bills to reform attendance records and oversight. Gilbertson :57

State toxics regulators say new tests reveal concerning levels of lead in soil at homes near a battery 3/10/2014 ENV recycling plant in Vernon Peterson 1:18

State toxics regulators say new tests reveal concerning levels of lead in soil at homes near a battery 3/10/2014 ENV recycling plant in Vernon Peterson :59

3/10/2014 IMM The consulate in San Bernardino is expected to open by July. :59

A Los Angeles County Supervisor wants more information about shootings involving sheriff's 3/10/2014 LAW deputies. Palta :52

About two dozen high school girls were taken to Anaheim area hospitals Saturday night after a stage 3/10/2014 EDU collapse CC :15

3/10/2014 LAW You may have seen it on those freeway message signs, or got one through your mobile device. CC :11

3/10/2014 EDU L.A. Unified in accurately scored materials during the bid process Gilbertson 3:36

3/10/2014 EDU Reactions to state collapse that injured two-dozen students.) Guzman :46

Landscaping accounts for the biggest chunk of Southern California's water use - and properties like 3/10/2014 ENV golf courses and cemeteries are among the region's biggest users. Peterson 4:19

3/10/2014 OBIT A man has died after he became ill while hiking above Hollywood at Runyon Canyon. CC :08

Detrow's SOC is left in tact because he talks over ambi "For the California Report, I'm Scott Detrow 3/10/2014 POLI in Los Angeles Detrow 4:16

3/10/2014 ENV A magnitude 6-point-9 earthquake shook the Northern California coast last night CC :10

3/10/2014 ECON A new survey shows the Los Angeles-area has the highest gasoline prices in the Lower 48 states. CC :13

3/10/2014 LAW Law enforcement agencies, lawmaikers say prostitution on rise at massage parlors in Calfiornia Pringle :51 Investigators are trying to learn more about two passengers who boarded a missing Malaysian 3/10/2014 FOR jetliner with stolen passports. CC :18 Questions still linger over why a Malaysian jetliner carrying 239 people vanished on a flight between Kuala Lumpur to Beijing over the weekend. A few clues including a large oil slick found in the ocean near Vietnam and a yellow object that looked like a life raft turned out to be false leads and there is Captain Ross "Rusty" Aimer, 3/10/14 FOR still no sign of the Boeing 777 aircraft. Brian Michael Jenkins 21:00

California lives under the threat of a tectonic time bomb, thanks to the San Andreas fault. While earthquake kits are commonplace in homes across the state in preparation for ‘the big one’, little 3/10/14 SCI attention is given to the history of the geological feature. John Dvorak 17:00 A California businessman who filed a lawsuit against the Downtown Grand Las Vegas Hotel and Casino says he's not being a sore loser after leaving a hefty $500,000 behind on the casino's blackjack tables. Mark Johnston says he was served 20 free drinks by the casino, which he claims 3/10/14 LAW used the alcohol as a tactic to part him from his cash. Sean Lyttle, Joseph M. Kelly 21:00

Once again this year, Senator Rand Paul (KY) was the most popular choice for a presidential candidacy as voted by the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC). The annual straw poll 3/10/14 POLI had Paul ahead by 20 points with 31 percent. Doyle McManus 13:00 UC Davis has introduced a new Coffee Center to it’s Foods for Health Institute. The coffee-focused program joins other food and beverage programs at UC Davis, which has made valuable contributions to the food and wine industries and is home to the Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine 3/10/14 EDU and Food Science. J. Bruce German 10:00

In the decade since the Oakland Athletics record winning season and the subsequent publishing of bestselling book “Moneyball,” sabremetrics, the empirical analysis of baseball, has revolutionized 3/10/14 SPOR front offices for teams all over the country. Andrew Zimbalist 16:00

The Culver City representative is the only African American senator after Roderick Wright of 3/10/2014 POLI Inglewood took a leave of absence recently. Holly Mitchell 4:39

Starting next year, undocumented immigrants in California will be eligible for driver's licenses. Some undocumented immigrants say they don't trust the licenses. They believe the info they hand over to 3/10/2014 IMMI authorities could be used to deport them. Luis Alejo 5:13

The bestselling author and spiritual lecturer is waging an independent campaign for Congress, and 3/10/2014 POLI could pull votes from more traditional candidates. No 3:12

More than a week of movies, music, and of course tech. Companies from around the world come to Austin to market their products, and to test the waters on which ideas the young, influential crowds 3/10/2014 TECH respond to the best. Jacob Margolis 4:41

The lack of U.S. success in tennis lately is hardly news, except when America's play is so bad at a 3/10/2014 SPOR tournament right in our backyard. Neil Harman 5:34

As the number of new Italian immigrants dwindle, some bocce clubs are struggling to keep the 3/10/2014 SPOR tradition alive in the the northern California town of San Mateo. No 3:58

Now it's time for On the Lot, our regular series of talks about the film biz with LA Times reporter 3/10/2014 ENT Rebecca Keegan. Rebecca Keegan 8:15

As HBO's hit show wraps tonight, Patrick Clair — who created the memorable sequence — tells 3/10/2014 ENT Take Two how the haunting images came together and what's behind them. Patrick Clair 7:55 Two of the passengers on that flight were using stolen passports, which has people wondering just 3/10/2014 LAW how easy it is to do that and what kind of security measures are actually in place. John Magaw 9:02

This lack of information describing what happened points to what may be a issue with modern 3/10/2014 TECH airplanes: an outdated communications system. Joan Lowy 5:18

Mexican authorities say they have killed one of the country's most notorious drug lords, for the 3/10/2014 FORE second time. Sylvia Longmire 9:04

Golf courses and cemeteries are big water users, but in recent years they've worked hard to 3/10/2014 ENV conserve. But only some of their tips will help your backyard. No 4:38

An entire squatter community once disappeared into the wilderness of the Oceano Dunes outside of 3/10/2014 HIST Santa Maria — a colony of hermits, artists and poets called Dunites. No 9:40

3/11/2014 ENV CA forcing LA County to adopt changes to black prenatal program.) Kim 2:29

3/11/2014 HEAL East L.A. Families are worried about high lead levels found in the soil next to a local preschool Florido 1:46

You may be wondering why the state is only now finding out about high concentrations of lead at soil 3/11/2014 HEAL around this East L.A. preschool. Fernandes 1:39

3/11/2014 ENT Academy of TV Arts & Sciences gets a makeover Watt :59

3/11/2014 ECON With all the traffic, Southern Californians pay a high premium on car insurance. Lee :59

3/11/2014 TRAN The California Department of Motor Vehicles is developing guidelines for driverless cars. Pringle :49

3/11/2014 EDU 55 teachers at Manuel Dominguez High School in Compton called in sick today {TUE} CC :07

3/11/2014 EDU 55 teachers at Manuel Dominguez High School in Compton called in sick today {TUE} CC :05

3/11/2014 ECON Everyday, there's new evidence of the brutal housing market in some parts of California. Musiker 4:58

Scientists expect the water from the Fukushima nuclear plant disaster to reach the Southern 3/11/2014 SCI California Coast sometime this spring Totten 1:02 3/11/2014 ART More ballet students, fewer jobs - a look at how the industry is changing CC :09

3/11/2014 ART More ballet students, fewer jobs - a look at how the industry is changing Plummer 3:47

3/11/2014 HEAL CA forcing LA County to adopt changes to black prenatal program.) Florido 3:30

3/11/2014 ENV The California Coastal National Monument was enlarged today CC :21

3/11/2014 POLI House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi is talking immigration reform while in Los Angeles. Pelosi :10

Democratic senators pulled an all-nighter, working in shifts into this morning (TUE) to warn about the 3/11/2014 ENV potential environmental and economic devastation of climate change. CC :13

3/11/2014 DC Feinstein accuses CIA of spying on Congress computers CC :15

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti says residents will likely see double digit increases in their water 3/11/2014 ENV and power rates over the next five years Stoltze :13

3/11/2014 ENV Obama expands protection for California coastline CC :15

3/11/2014 TRAN CA DMV holds public hearing on regulating driverless cars} CC :13

Today (TUES) is the three-year anniversary of the earthquake and tsunami that devastated northern 3/11/2014 FOR Japan. CC :14

Today (TUES) is the three-year anniversary of the earthquake and tsunami that devastated northern 3/11/2014 FOR Japan. CC :12

3/11/2014 ART Getty Museum unveils restored Jackson Pollack painting CC :14

LA Mayor, DWP chief talk with utility's top customers about ongoing problems with DWP's billing 3/11/2014 ENER system Peterson 1:21

3/11/2014 CC High winds and low humidity into the teens are in the forecast tomorrow (WED) for Southern Californi CC :12 3/11/2014 ENV LA Supervisors pass a motion that would create a task force to streamline regulating polluters CC :11

3/11/2014 POLI Lawmakers concerned about dwindling groundwater supplies in CA Quinton :56

3/11/2014 POLI Lawmakers concerned about dwindling groundwater supplies in CA CC :13

California sees a significant slow down in the number of those signing up for insurance through the 3/11/2014 HEAL state-run marketplace. O'Neill :48

3/11/2014 ENT Barry Manilow says it was an epic struggle to produce his musical, "Harmony" CC :19

Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti today {TUE} renewed his vow to overhaul the city's Department of 3/11/2014 ENER Water and Power. CC :11

3/11/2014 HEAL CA leads nation in health insurance exchange signups CC :16

As far as inside-the-beltway conflicts transpire, it rarely gets more serious than this. Today, in a 40- minute speech on the Senate floor, Senator Dianne Feinstein (CA) publicly accused the Central 3/11/14 DC Intelligence Agency of spying on Senate staffer computers Ken Dilanian 10:00 President Obama made his comedy web series debut on Tuesday by sitting down with comedian Zach Galifianakis as his guest on "Between Two Ferns". The fake public access show airs on the comedy website Funny or Die and features Galifianakis asking awkward questions to high-profile 3/11/14 ART guests. Julian Zelizer 9:00 He's been called a 'rock star' and Superman but how much impact has Pope Francis had on the Catholic Church during his first year in office? This week marks the one year anniversary since Argentinian-born Jorge Mario Bergoglio replaced the retiring Pope Benedict XVI to become the first 3/11/14 RELI non-European to head the church in 1,300 years. Rocco Palmo, Greg Smith 19:00

Two California lawmakers have introduced bills aimed at regulating medical marijuana in the state. Senator Lou Correa’s SB 1262 and Assemblyman Tom Ammiano’s AB 604 take different 3/11/14 HEAL approaches to medical marijuana regulation. Peter Hecht, Curtis Notsinneh 20:00 The American college fraternity system has been in the hot seat lately after a number of high profile incidents landed some new recruits in the hospital. A Bloomberg News investigation found that least ten deaths since 2006 have been linked to hazing, alcohol or drugs at at one of the country's biggest Caitlin Flanagan, Jay Walker, 3/11/14 EDU fraternities - Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Brandon Weghorst 2:00

A new study published this week in the journal Pediatrics shows that parents are increasingly distracted by their mobile devices. A group of researchers, led by Dr. Jenny Radesky at Boston Medical Center, observed 55 caregivers, mostly parents, at a fast-food restaurant as they dined with their children. Forty of them used their smartphones during the meal, and 16 of them checked their Dr. Jenny Radesky, Dr. Rahil 3/11/14 TECH phones throughout the meal. Briggs 15:00

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi talks about the challenges facing democrats in the midterm 3/11/2014 IMMI elections. Nancy Pelosi 8:34 A Bay-Area congressional race got a bit more crowded last week. Thanks to the new "top two" primary system, Democratic incumbent Mike Honda is now facing four challengers, including three 3/11/2014 POLI Republicans. Eric McGhee 6:24

Three years ago today, a powerful earthquake and tsunami slammed into northeast Japan and laid waste to coastal towns in its path. The tsunami's wide reach stretched all the way to northern 3/11/2014 ENV California, and in Crescent City, one person was killed and the harbor was badly damaged. Cindy Henderson 5:43

Today, President Obama will designate more that 1,600 acres of the northern California shore a National Monument. Here to tell us more about this move and this stretch of the Mendocino Coast, 3/11/2014 POLI we're joined now Juliet Eilperin, White House reporter for the Washington Post. Juliet Eilperin 5:35

My biggest take away in terms of Austin cuisine at South by Southwest has been the lack of 3/11/2014 ART breakfast burritos. Here they're all about the breakfast tacos. No 3:51

London has the Pimm's Cup, New Orleans has the Sazerac, New York City has the Manhattan. 3/11/2014 ENT Plenty of cities around the world proudly boast signature cocktails, but what about Los Angeles? Litty Matthews 4:23

It's Tuesday, which means that it's time for Tuesday Reviewsday, our weekly new music segment. 3/11/2014 ENT This week we're joined by music supervisor Morgan Rhodes. Morgan Rhodes 6:30

In El Salvador votes are still being tallied in a narrow presidential election. The outcome could be influenced by a small number of ballots from abroad, especially from the Los Angeles area, where a 3/11/2014 POLI large number of Salvadorans live. Michael O'Boyle 5:44

Now to the Southwest where a fight is unfolding over abortion rights. Starting April 1st, Arizona's health department is poised to implement new abortion regulations, but Planned Parenthood is 3/11/2014 HEAL asking a judge to stop them. No 4:08

There's new evidence every day of the brutal housing market in parts of California. Many housing 3/11/2014 ECON experts think the short supply of affordable rental units is likely to get worse No 5:12

L.A. is a great place to go when you're looking for a makeover, not just for people, but also for great works of art. Today, a Jackson Pollock painting titled "Mural" will be unveiled at the J. Paul Getty 3/11/2014 ART Museum with a brand new look. Laura Rivers 5:57

David Toren, a Holocaust survivor, claims that Germany has been too slow to recognize the painting belongs to him, after it was discovered two years ago in a Munich apartment that was full of looted 3/11/2014 ART art. Anne Webber 5:01

About 90 students gathered at Westside School of Ballet in Santa Monica for an audition with Boston 3/11/2014 EDUC Ballet. We take you inside the summer program auditions. No 4:11

The state revised the program to make it more effective. L.A. County says the new approach means 3/11/2014 HEAL it will be able to serve roughly half as many women. No 3:53

California's DMV is hosting a driverless car workshop today in Sacramento. The department wants 3/11/2014 TECH input from the public on how to regulate the vehicles in the state. Bernard Soriano 4:58

The California based company wants to make it a bit easier for customers to get their hands on these electric sedans by offering them customized vehicles straight from the showroom. But that idea isn't 3/11/2014 ECON going over too well with car dealers across the country. Alan Ohnsman 5:52 Fossils dating back to the ice age were recently discovered during construction of the Purple Line 3/12/2014 HIST subway extension near the La Brea Tar Pits. TT :08

It's a rite of passage for parents: from the first day of Kindergarten, your child's education is turned 3/12/2014 EDU over to someone else. Fernandes 4:01

3/12/2014 EDU Teacher tenure is a hot political topic in California Tintocalis 1:17

High winds, low humidity, and high temperatures are forecast today (WED) across Southern 3/12/2014 ENV California. CC :12

Los Angeles City wildlife specialist Gregory Randall says he may have been spotted again on 3/12/2014 ENV Monday CC 3:13

3/12/2014 TRAN The California Department of Motor Vehicles is looking for the best way to regulate driverless cars. CC :12

There's high fire danger today (WED) across Southern California, thanks to a combination of strong 3/12/2014 ENV winds, low humidity, and warm temperatures. CC :14

3/12/2014 FOR Salvadoran Americans hope outcome of last week's presidential election doesn't lead to violence CC :09

3/12/2014 Huell Howser's desert getaway has been sold. KPCC's John Rabe reports. Rabe :56

3/12/2014 TECH Found of World Wide Web calls for digital bill of right} CC :22

Some 300 parents and residents packed a meeting of the Centinela Valley Union High School District 3/12/2014 EDU board last night (TUE). CC :14

3/12/2014 LAW Two killed in collapse of two buildings in East Harlem CC :11

3/12/2014 ENV Low river flows caused by the drought may affect salmon runs in California CC :13

3/12/2014 HEAL UCLA doc says new device is not a migraine "cure CC :09

3/12/2014 EDU Lawmakers kick off statewide campaign to encourage parents to read more to toddlers CC :08 3/12/2014 TRANS Agency that manages OC Toll roads is set to vote on termination agreement Joyce :45

3/12/2014 YOU Remember the two little boys found out on the street in South LA last week? Roman 4:26

3/12/2014 LAW Services start tonight for LAPD officer who died in traffic accident last week Jahad :50

3/12/2014 ENV A look at the status of the blood tests on people who lived near the Exide battery recycling plant} Florido 1:14

3/12/2014 EDU Lawmakers kick off statewide campaign to encourage parents to read more to toddlers Pringle :58

Hollywood is still spinning from the shock of Anne Sweeney's departure as president of Disney/ABC 3/12/2014 ENT television group Watt 1:22

California has been making progress on federal order to cut prison overcrowding - under a plan 3/12/2014 LAW known as realignment Palta 1:17

Santa Cruz Island has been so successful at rehabilitating it's plant life that conservationists from 3/12/2014 SCI other islands are gathering there to learn how to bring that formula to their habitats Totten 4:02

3/12/2014 LAW LA County Sheriff candidates meet in first public debate Stoltze :29

3/12/2014 LAW LA County Sheriff candidates meet in first public debate Stoltze :23

President Obama is set to issue an executive order that would expand overtime pay requirements for Ross Eisenbrey, Daniel 3/12/14 POLI millions of workers, according to The New York Times. Mitchell 16:00 It's nearly impossible to imagine life in 2014 without the internet but 25 years ago the web was just a twinkle in the eye of a computer scientist named Sir Tim Berners-Lee. In March 1989, he wrote a paper proposing an "information management" system that grew into what we know today as the 3/12/14 HIST web. Jaron Lanier, Kevin Kelly 28:00:00

Student leaders at the University of California Santa Barbara passed a resolution recently moving the school closer to including "trigger warnings" on class syllabi. Trigger warnings are disclaimers that 3/12/14 EDU alert you to material containing potentially traumatic subject matter. Bailey Loverin, Bailey Loverin 22:00

General Motors will have some explaining to do when the Justice Department investigates why it took the company years to recall 1.6 million vehicles after it knew that a faulty engine switch was responsible for the deaths of 13 people. According to the Associated Press, the department will 3/12/14 LAW investigate whether GM broke any laws by taking so long to address the problem. Keith Naughton 5:00 Anne Sweeney, one of television’s most powerful women, has announced that she will step down from her post as president of the Disney-ABC Television group. She began her career at Nickelodeon and FX and has been with Disney since 1996. Sweeney is leaving her position at 3/12/14 ECON Disney with plans to follow her creative aspirations by pursuing a career in television directing. Meg James 10:00 The idea that the vocabulary used to describe women in leadership positions is different than that to describe men is not a new idea. Feminists and supporters have long argued that women should have a more positive set of adjectives ascribed to them to match those applied to men: assertive, strong, 3/12/14 GEND ambitious. Rachel Thomas 15:00

One year ago, white smoke announced the election of Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio as Pope Francis. For a look at Pope Francis's first year, we're joined by the BBC's David Willey, based in 3/12/2014 RELI Rome. David Willey 9:14

Allegations of abuse in the Catholic Church have grown in recent years. Now, charges in Puerto Rico 3/12/2014 RELI are drawing concern on the mostly-Catholic island. Dánica Coto 5:26

LA artist Jessica Childress is investing a lot to rock it at SXSW, but she has to compete with 3/12/2014 TECH thousands of other bands who will be trying to do the same. No 5:44

Take Two recently had the chance to talk with them about their latest collaboration, a musical titled Barry Manilow, Bruce 3/12/2014 ENT "Harmony" on now at the Ahmanson Theatre. Sussman 8:58

Has the the Zen Master found a new hoops dojo? A running back walks away and Barry Bonds is back! All this means it's time for sports with Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, who have covered sports 3/12/2014 SPOR for ESPN and the L.A. Times. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 9:51

College basketball's March Madness is right around the corner, and whether it's real or fantasy sports — or maybe even competitive board games — there is a fine line between friendly competition 3/12/2014 SPOR and just plain being a poor sport. Emily Yoffe 5:15

LA Metro unearthed several fossils in preparation of the Purple Line extension. These fossil tell a 3/12/2014 ENV story of an LA once covered by the ocean. Kim Scott 6:43

Meet Torvosaurus Gurneyi, but you can call him by his first initial, T. He's about 30 feet long with 3/12/2014 ENV giant razor sharp teeth and he was the biggest carnivore ever to roam Europe. Brian Switek 6:08

On a bright, warm California day, a couple dozen botanists gathered in a valley on Santa Cruz Island for a group picture. Instead of saying cheese, they each shouted out their favorite native plant 3/12/2014 ENV species. No 4:23

Oreo, along with a couple of design companies, built a custom 3D printer that can customize frosting 3/12/2014 TECH designs onto already baked cookies. Check out this video. Jacob Margolis 4:08

Last month, about 940,000 people signed up for healthcare plans, that figure includes about 140,000 3/12/2014 HEAL new enrollments through Covered California Sam Baker 5:09

Last night, angry parents met with members of the Centinela Valley Union High School District in 3/12/2014 EDUC Southwest L.A. They are dismayed that school superintendent Jose Fernandez is making $663,000. Sharon McNary 4:20 Due to the extreme drought, millions of salmon might have to be trucked downstream next month 3/12/2014 ENV rather than swimming down the Sacramento River. Bob Clarke 5:57

Urban rivers are enjoying a renaissance across California. After decades of neglect, a growing number of cities are re-imagining these waterways, as environmental and recreational assets, 3/12/2014 ENV including the Los Angeles River. No 4:13

More than 3-thousand women and men -- many in blue uniforms -- filled the Cathedral of Our Lady of 3/13/2014 LAW the Angels in downtown Los Angeles today {THU} to remember LAPD officer Nicholas Lee. CC :11

3/13/2014 OBIT Voiceover artist Hal Douglas dies at 89 CC :10

3/13/2014 LAW Funeral services were held today {THU} for fallen LAPD Officer Nicholas Lee. CC :14

More than two years after the San Onofre nuclear power plant stopped production, California (today) 3/13/2014 ENER Thursday took a step toward making up the power gap. Joyce 1:11

An LA jail inmate is still on the loose today ... he'd apparently slipped away last night {WED} from an 3/13/2014 LAW inmate reception center in Downtown LA's Twin Towers Jail CC :12

3/13/2014 HEAL State Senator pushes GMO food labeling bill :10 :10

3/13/2014 EDU L.A. Unified parents protest breakfast in the classroom Gilbertson 1:37

3/13/2014 HEAL Covered CA says signups starting to pick up again in first nine days of March Florido :58

3/13/2014 ENV Three years after San Bruno gas explosion, what's changed? Kim 1:18

A federal appeals court today {THU} mostly upheld a 2008 plan that restricts water deliveries from 3/13/2014 ENV the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta CC :21

Audit finds state Employment Development Department failed to participate in program that could 3/13/2014 ECON have brought in hundreds of millions of dollars} CC :12

3/13/2014 TRAN LA Metro has been working to expand rail service on two lines - the Expo and the Gold Line. Watt 1:14 The LAPD officer who died when his patrol car and a dump truck collided was remembered this 3/13/2014 LAW morning (THUR) at a funeral in downtown Los Angeles CC :19

Daniel's SOC is left in tact because she talks over ambi "For the California Report, I'm Alice Daniel in 3/13/2014 LAW Stockton. Daniel 5:19

3/13/2014 SCI A new climate study suggests California will have 10 fewer rainy days a year Totten :46

As California struggles through historic drought conditions, there's a new report out that says the 3/13/2014 ENV state is facing critical funding gaps when it comes to managing water CC :11

New report says California would need an additional two to three billion dollars to manage state's 3/13/2014 ENV water Quinton :49

3/13/2014 HOUS CA home foreclosures drop again in Feb after going up in January CC :14

3/13/2014 LAW A big turnout is expected this morning (THU) at the funeral for LAPD Officer Nicholas Lee. CC :05

A new report from the state auditor finds the California Employment Development Department failed 3/13/2014 ECON to take part in a federal program that could have brought hundreds of millions of dollars to the state Orr :50

3/13/2014 HEAL Obamacare is allowing Americans to make some big life changes O'Neill 4:25

3/13/2014 LAW LAPD Officer Nicholas Lee was laid to rest today in Glendale. Jahad 1:25

A proposal to reinstate affirmative action at California's public universities has created an uproar 3/13/2014 RACE among some Asian-American political action committees. Huang 4:12

New data indicate foreclosures in California went down again in February, after rising during the 3/13/2014 ECON previous month Milne :56

3/13/2014 SPOR The first-place Clippers are on a nine-game winning streak. CC :11

Former Charles Manson follower Bruce Davis has been granted (WED) parole, but it remains to be 3/13/2014 LAW seen if the governor agrees CC :07

Former Charles Manson follower Bruce Davis has been granted (WED) parole, but it remains to be 3/13/2014 LAW seen if the governor agrees CC :07 3/13/2014 Two people were killed early this {THU} morning in Austin and some two dozen others injured. CC :16

3/13/2014 OBIT Voiceover artist Hal Douglas dies at 89 CC :08

An independent commission led by a former U-S surgeon general has found "no compelling medical 3/13/2014 LAW reason" for the armed forces to prohibit transgender Americans from serving CC :13

State toxics regulators today (THU) identified three consumer products that regulators want 3/13/2014 ENV manufacturers to reformulate to remove potentially hazardous chemicals from their list of ingredients. CC :15

A new study in the journal Radical Criminology looks at why private prisons incarcerate higher 3/13/2014 LAW percentages of people of color than government-run prisons. Palta :47

The LAPD officer who died when his patrol car and a dump truck collided was remembered this 3/13/2014 LAW morning (THUR) at a funeral in downtown Los Angeles CC :05

As the search for a missing Malaysia Airlines jet continues, KPCC reporter Sharon McNary spoke to 3/13/2014 FOR a businessman who books tour packages to the former British colony McNary :09

The mystery surrounding the tragic disappearance of Malaysian Airlines Flight 370 has captured 3/13/14 FOR global attention since it went missing with 239 people on board last Saturday. Finn Brunton, Michael Wood 19:00

Many of the provisions of the landmark school lunch law - the 2010 Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act - haven't even been implemented yet and already industry groups are gearing up to make major 3/13/14 HEAL changes before it's reauthorized next year. Tarini Parti 10:00

Jimmy Fallon's affable, admiring hosting style earned him late-night praise and lasting virality online 3/13/14 ART even before he took over as host of the Tonight Show in February. Robert Thompson 11:00

We've debated how the Affordable Care Act will affect the workforce and the economy. On a micro 3/13/14 HEAL scale, it's changing some peoples' lives and choices already. Stephanie O'Neill 19:00 It's not an understatement to say sci-fi is in Hollywood producer and screenwriter Gale Anne Hurd's DNA. Her producing credits include some of the most iconic films in the genre in the last three decades: "The Terminator" series, the "Aliens" films, "Armageddon" (1998), "The Incredible Hulk" 3/13/14 ENT (2008). Gale Anne Hurd 13:00

A new study published in the January edition of the Journal of the American Medical Association has 3/13/14 YOUT found that young men are increasingly feeling pressure about their body image. Alison Field 9:00

Machines are getting smarter. It's an age of self-driving cars, robots that can beat master chess players and win Jeopardy, take customer service calls, and turn on the lights in your home from 3/13/14 TECH miles away. Erik Brynjolfsson 18:00

The Federal Trade Commission is officially investigating Herbalife. This is the latest twist in the long 3/13/2014 POLI and interesting drama swirling around the L.A.-based nutritional supplement company. Duane Stanford 4:59 We've talked about the capture of one of Mexico's most powerful drug bosses, Joaquin "El Chapo" 3/13/2014 FORE Guzman, but a lot of people are wondering who will take his place in the Sinaloa cartel. Richard Fausset 4:40

A proposal to reinstate affirmative action at California's public universities has created an uproar 3/13/2014 RACE among some Asian-American political action committees. No 4:38

A car suspected of fleeing police plowed into a group of people gathered outside nightclubs at the 3/13/2014 LAW South by Southwest festival in Austin. No 4:59

Las Fotos Project that trains and mentors girls to document their lives through photography. The 3/13/2014 ART young students have produced some striking images that show their lives through their own eyes. Eric Ibarra 7:50

A 23-year-old graffiti artist from South Africa is visiting the United States-Mexico border to do a mural 3/13/2014 ART project promoting peace. His goal is to inspire young people. No 1:38

It's been a year since Pope Francis took leadership of the Roman Catholic Church, and in the year 3/13/2014 RELI since, he's won over Catholics and non-Catholics alike with his down-to-earth demeanor. No 5:23

Back now to Austin, where we're going to get some more music from South by Southwest. You might recognize French-Chilean rapper Ana Tijoux's song "1977," which was featured in the AMC series 3/13/2014 ART "Breaking Bad." Ana Tijoux 10:05

It's Thursday and that means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government throughout California. To help us with that we're joined in studio, not by drones, but by KPCC political 3/13/2014 POLI reporters Alice Walton and Frank Stoltze. Alice Walton, Frank Stoltze 14:57

Recently Take Two host A Martinez visited Compton Mayor Aja Brown's office to talk to her about 3/13/2014 POLI her time in office so far and her plans for the future. Aja Brown 7:45

Many teens in California's juvenile justice system are incarcerated for breaking the law. But one correctional facility in Stockton is also letting kids plan for their futures, and encouraging them to help 3/13/2014 EDUC their victims. No 5:37

Earlier we talked about the real-estate market coming back in Southern California neighborhoods like 3/13/2014 ECON Compton. Now there's good news across the state in terms of foreclosures. Steve Milne 1:13

Just last year, Amazon unveiled its plan to use drones to deliver packages. Now, the Fresno Bee is 3/13/2014 TECH testing out a small drone that could be possibly used for news reporting. Jim Boren 4:12

Speaking with Take Two's Alex Cohen, the creator of the cult TV show says he wrote the movie — 3/13/2014 ENT opening Friday — for Kickstarter fans, as well as people who never saw the CW series. Rob Thomas 10:32

3/14/2014 MED City of LA files federal lawsuit against Time Warner Cable Watt 1:17

3/14/2014 LAW Authorities still searching for inmate who escaped from downtown jail on Wed. night Palta 1:04 Bill Jenson-- a retired Glendale firefighter-- was one of Dr. Richard Grossman well known Southern 3/14/2014 OBIT California patients. CC :16

[ART- Patt Morrison and KPCC film critics Peter Rainer and Wade Major review this week's releases, including Bad Words, Le Week-End, Better Living Through Chemistry, The Art of the Steal 3/14/2014 ART and more.] Morrison 2:57

3/14/2014 SPOR Local paralympics athlete Mike Shea won a silver medal today in the men's parasnowboard cross CC :16

A new report by the Brookings Institute says teens and young adults have a harder time finding jobs 3/14/2014 ECON in Los Angeles compared to other large metro areas in the nation. CC :07

L-A County's Department of Mental Health wants to raise awareness about depression and other 3/14/2014 HEAL illnesses among immigrants Huang 1:10

3/14/2014 LAW Detectives are investigating a possible road rage killing in Sylmar. CC :18

3/14/2014 HEAL California is close to enrolling one million people under the Affordable Care Act Lee :11

3/14/2014 POLI California Republicans gather this weekend for their annual convention. Detrow 1:50

3/14/2014 SPOR The Lakers fell to the Thunder 131--102 last night (THU) in Oklahoma City. CC :12

A bill in the California legislature would require all genetically modified foods sold in the state to be 3/14/2014 HEAL identified with a label. Pringle :56

3/14/2014 OBIT Longtime Hollywood AP reporter Bob Thomas dies at 92 Rabe :58

President Obama says he's ordering a review of U-S deportation policies to see if current laws can 3/14/2014 IMM be enforced more humanely CC :13

3/14/2014 SPOR Top wrestlers meet in Inglewood for Freestyle Wrestling World Cup CC :09

3/14/2014 TRAN Four women were killed last night {THUR} in a fiery crash in San Bernardino. CC :09

Republicans aren't happy about President's Obama's order last night {THU} to make deportations 3/14/2014 IMM "more humane. CC :13 The LA City Attorney's office suing Time Warner Cable, saying the cable provider owes LA millions of 3/14/2014 MED dollars in franchise fees CC :16

3/14/2014 HEAL Flu kills another 14 Californians O'Neill :39

3/14/2014 ENV About 200 firefighters are battling a wildfire in the Gorman area. Mora :10

3/14/2014 HEAL State officials say number of measles in CA hit 32 for the year so far Florido :57

3/14/2014 HEAL Saturday is the deadline to sign up for plans that take effect April 1 Plevin :40

3/14/2014 FOR Investigators still searching for clues as to what happened to Malaysian Airlines fligh CC :06

3/14/2014 OBIT Friends and colleagues today {FRI} are remembering Dr Richard Grossman CC :11 California's Employment Development Department has been slammed for missing out on over 500 million dollars in revenue. In a new report, the state auditor described the beleaguered department as "appalling" after it ignored federal assistance to help recover millions in overpaid unemployment 3/14/14 ECON benefits. Marc Lifsher 13:00

McDonald’s workers in California, New York, and Michigan have filed a class action suit against the chain and several of its franchises over wage disputes. The suit follows months of strikes about wage theft, unpaid overtime, timecard issues, and unfair payment. McDonald’s has been criticized by its employees for its low wages, even acknowledging itself in an guide for its workers that they may 3/14/14 ECON need second jobs to earn a livable wage. Josh Eidelson, Lisa Klerman 14:00

We are in the midst of a data revolution, and driving this seismic change isn't just Facebook or Google, but information we readily give up everyday through our online activities. In "Dragnet Nation," journalist Julia Angwin reports from the front lines of America's surveillance economy, offering a look at how the government, private companies, and even criminals use technology to 3/14/14 TECH indiscriminately sweep up vast amounts of our personal data. Julia Angwin 14:00

: Lars Von Trier’s Nymphomaniac: Vol. I is part of the writer-director’s two-part series, and tells the story of a self-professed nymphomaniac who winds up in the care of an older bachelor. The film stars Charlotte Gainsbourg as a woman recounting erotic stories from her youth and Stellan Skarsgård as 3/14/14 ENT a charming older man who rescues her after finding her beaten in an alley. Stellan Skarsgård 14:00

Guest host Patt Morrison and KPCC film critics Wade Major and Peter Rainer review this week’s 3/14/14 ENT releases, including Bad Words, Le Week-End, Veronica Mars and more. TGI-Filmweek! Wade Major, Peter Rainer 6:00 Before World War II, Hollywood had a rocky relationship with Washington. The hugely influential motion picture industry was viewed suspiciously—seen by some as too foreign, too Jewish, or too “un-American.” But when the U.S. government sought to rally Americans behind the war effort, they 3/14/14 LIT turned to American cinema’s premier directors to win the hearts and minds of the country. Mark Harris 29:00:00

President Obama says he is ordering a review of deportations. The move was announced in a 3/14/2014 POLI meeting at the White House Thursday with leaders of the Hispanic Caucus. Xavier Becerra 10:56

To reflect on that all has happened this week in Austin, we turn to one of our favorite music critics 3/14/2014 TECH Shirley Halperin from the Hollywood reporter. Shirley Halperin 4:16

It's the end of another week and time for the Friday Flashback, Take Two's look at the week in news. This morning we're joined in-studio by Los Angeles Times columnist James Rainey, and we welcome 3/14/2014 POLI back Jamelle Bouie of The Daily Beast. James Rainey, Jamelle Bouie 14:56

Earlier this week came the news that CVS could face as much as $29 million dollars in fines for 3/14/2014 HEAL allegedly losing track of prescription painkillers at four California stores. David Lazarus 6:13

The new film "Better Living Through Chemistry" shows just how easy and dangerous it can be for a Geoff Moore, David 3/14/2014 ENT pharmacist to slip into his own supply. Posamentier 9:01

A new study commissioned by the Justice Department looks at the operations and economics of 3/14/2014 ECON commercial sex in eight different cities, including San Diego. Meredith Dank 5:05

Rape is one of the most widely known risks for women migrants crossing the US-Mexico border. and 3/14/2014 LAW yet justice for those crimes is almost always elusive. No 5:25

Planted in 1894, the flowering vine has grown to the size of an acre and is considered by Guinness to 3/14/2014 ENV be the world's largest blooming plant. No 4:15

A team of USC researchers seeks to make the college application process easier for teenagers to 3/14/2014 EDUC learn by making a game out of it. No 4:32

The annual Taco Madness tournament opened yesterday, and here to break it down for us is our 3/14/2014 ENT own taco bracketologist, Meghan McCarty. Meghan McCarty 5:32

In his latest film, Elijah Wood plays a famous concert pianist named Tom Selznick who retires after botching a notoriously difficult piece of music known as La Cinquette, written by his mentor a piano 3/14/2014 ENT legend named Patrick Godureaux. Elijah Wood 7:36

Researchers in London and Switzerland have been examining what makes a song an earworm and what types of situations trigger them. They came up with some strategies for getting rid of earworms 3/14/2014 EDUC based on thousands of survey responses. Vicky Williamson 15:18

3/15/2014 LAW Police have issued an "amber alert" for four young children CC :08 3/15/2014 SPOR The Lakers were taken down by the Spurs at home last night (FRI) 119 to 85. CC :11

Jacob Margolis, reporting from Austin for SXSW, talks with Armando Rayo and Regina Avila about Jacob Margolis / Armando 3/15/2014 DIV the city's Mexican breakfast staple: breakfast tacos. Rayo / Regina Avila 3:35:00

Preservationists and environmentalists want the city to turn a bridge into a park — much like NYC's 3/15/2014 POLI High Line — after its replacement is built. The Mayor says no. Mayor Eric Garcetti 0:34:00

John Rabe catches up with Mateo Stoneman and filmmaker Aaron Naar at SXSW. Naar decided to make a documentary about Mateo's strange path to mariachi after the Los Angeles Times picked up John Rabe / Mateo Stoneman 3/15/2014 ENT the story from Off-Ramp's 2008 interview. / Aaron Naar

Michelle Aloisio and Hillary Scofield tell Robert Garrova about Hair Angels, a "lice removal salon" they opened in Pasadena after Aloisio's kindergartner came home with lice. They also discuss the Robert Garrova / Michelle 3/15/2014 HEAL possibility that "selfies" spread lice. Aloisio / Hillary Scofield 4:42:00

Kristen Bell and John Rabe star in a new "Veronica Mars" parody video, and Bell reveals the 3/15/2014 I shocking truth behind the movie's cameos. John Rabe / Kristen Bell 3:17:00 Kevin Ferguson talks with former Off-Ramp intern James Kim about the growing music and arts scene in small Texas town Marfa. Just this week, the music website Pitchfork did a profile of the city. Bands play Marfa on their way to Austin's SXSW, artists are moving there and Kristen Stewart is 3/15/2014 I writing Marfa poetry. Kevin Ferguson / James Kim 4:34:00

CJ Greenspon talks to Shwe Lynn Chin about her restaurant Golden Owl - one of only a few CJ Greenspon / Shwe Lynn 3/15/2014 I Burmese restaurants in LA County - and about the traditional Myanmar dishes she grew up eating. Chin 5:12:00

Leo Millan, Jimmy Jay and Luis Love show Off-Ramp's Alana Rinicella around Frank & Son, the Alana Rinicella / Leo Millan / 3/15/2014 P 65,000-square-foot warehouse that has been the geek version of Costco for 25 years. Jimmy Jay / Luis Love 4:39:00

Off-Ramp commentator Michael Holland uses city archives to trace the demise of one of the main air 3/15/2014 ENV pollution culprits: the backyard incinerator. Michael Holland 4:21:00

Speaking with Take Two's Alex Cohen, the creator of the cult TV show says he wrote the movie — 3/15/2014 I opening Friday — for Kickstarter fans, as well as people who never saw the CW series. Alex Cohen / Rob Thomas 10:32:00

Golf courses and cemeteries are big water users, but in recent years they've worked hard to Molly Peterson / Rob Tanaka / 3/15/2014 P conserve. But only some of their tips will help your backyard. Mark Tettmer / Tyler Cassity 4:38:00

With the help of environmentalist John Reid, Jennifer Sharpe explores the wilderness of the Oceano Jennifer Sharpe / John Reid / Dunes outside of Santa Maria where an entire squatter community once disappeared — a colony of Norm Hammond / Ella Thorp 3/15/2014 ART hermits, artists and poets called the Dunites. Ellis 9:40:00

3/16/2014 ENV L-A...known as a city and county that looks forward and doesn't look back - for better or worse Jahad 4:18

Supporters of a California bill that would fund the development of clean buses and trucks are making 3/16/2014 TRAN their case for a bigger share of the state's greenhouse gas reduction fund. Pringle :59 Proponents of a ballot measure that would increase the cap on medical mal-practice damages say 3/16/2014 LAW they have enough signatures to qualify the initiative for voters this fall Bartolone 1:32

A consumer advocacy group says it has enough signatures to qualify a ballot measure that would 3/16/2014 HEAL raise the 250 thousand dollar limit on damages awarded in malpractice suits. CC :15

A new report card shows most cities in Los Angeles County are failing when it comes to historic 3/16/2014 ENV preservation. CC :11

Most people spend their weekends catching up on chores and maybe catching a movie but a group 3/16/2014 ENV of Glendora residents spent it gazing at tens of thousands of cubic yards of mud Berestein-Rojas :50

A new report from Stanford University says Los Angeles charter schools outperform traditional public 3/16/2014 EDU schools Berestein-Rojas :43

3/16/2014 OBIT Brenner jokes about growing up in Philadelphia on the album "N-Y N-Y/L-A L-A. CC :14

3/16/2014 OBIT Brenner jokes about growing up in Philadelphia on the album "N-Y N-Y/L-A L-A. CC :12

3/16/2014 POLI {California Republicans are gathering this weekend for the party's annual convention Jahad 3:47

3/16/2014 OBIT Here he is in a scene with "Seinfeld's" Elaine and Kramer CC :16

3/17/2014 POLI Democratic leaders met in Burlingame this weekend for their annual party convention Deltrow 3:47

About a thousand teens involved in high school agriculture programs are heading to the state capitol 3/17/2014 EDU this week Khoka 1:39

Make it 11 consecutive wins for the Clippers - tied for the longest winning streak in the NBA this 3/17/2014 SPOR season. CC :09

3/17/2014 DIS A magnitude 4-point-4 earthquake woke people up across Southern California at 6:25 this morning. CC :07

Police and Highway Patrol say there have been no reports of damage from this morning's 3/17/2014 DIS earthquake. CC :15

3/17/2014 DIS A 4-point-4 earthquake shook people at 6:25 this morning. CC :10 3/17/2014 DIS A magnitude 4.4 quake struck two miles south of Encino at 6:25 this morning CC :17

Seven people including four veteran LA police officers are hospitalized after two cars collided in 3/17/2014 LAW Glassell Park. CC :13

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree recognizing Crimea as a "sovereign and 3/17/2014 FOR independent country" CC :14

If you're in L-A County, you may be feeling aftershocks from this morning's {MON} four-point-four 3/17/2014 DIS earthquake for the next couple of days. CC :11

Seven people are in the hospital including four veteran L-A police officers after a car accident in 3/17/2014 LAW Glassell Park. CC :14

Two people were arrested and a police officer was injured last night during a confrontation between 3/17/2014 LAW police and a crowd of 400 to 500 people at Venice Beach. CC :10

3/17/2014 ENV Sales of earthquake kits have jumped after this morning's temblor. CC :16

Toni Atkins today (MON) became the 69th Speaker of the California Assembly, becoming the first 3/17/2014 SAC openly gay politician to hold the position. CC :10

3/17/2014 ENV California's drought is making it difficult for farmers to keep toxic minerals out of crops. CC :17

A Temecula man at the center of a "sextortion" case was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison 3/17/2014 LAW today (MON) CC :16

oday (MON), the California State Assembly elected San Diego Democrat Toni Atkins as its 69th 3/17/2014 SAC speaker. Pringle :54

A proposal to roll back California's ban on affirmative action at California's public universities was 3/17/2014 RACE stopped in its tracks today (Monday). Huang 1:09

3/17/2014 MIL It's All Things Considered... Roman 4:15

Farmers aren't just dealing with a lack of water during this drought; they also have to fight salt and 3/17/2014 ENV other toxic minerals in their crop soil. Quinton :54

California Supreme Court Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye (CANT-eel) (SOCK-uh-ooh-yay) told a joint session of the legislature today (Monday) that the state's cash-strapped courts are on the verge 3/17/2014 SAC of failing to provide timely access to the legal system CC :12 3/17/2014 EDU To combat the notorious shortage of cash in public schools, a nonprofit wants to help teachers in L.A Plummer 1:07

3/17/2014 EDU Deeper look at Stanford University charter school study out this weekend.} Gilbertson 1:21

LA County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky endorsed Long Beach Police Chief Jim McDonnell for sheriff 3/17/2014 LAW today [MON] Stoltze :45

You can hear The Loh Life on Mondays during Morning Edition and All Things Considered, and 3/17/2014 ECON anytime online at KPCC.org. Loh 2:43

A delegation from USC was in Japan this weekend to accept a donation of more than six-and-a-half 3/17/2014 EDU million dollars ($6.6m) CC :16

3/17/2014 ENT The first feature film about an iconic farm labor leader hits theaters later this month. Khokha 5:48

3/17/2014 ENT SOC is left in tact because of music} Caine 4:32

3/17/2014 ENV The Los Angeles Conservancy has put out a new report card on preservation. Jahad 3:26

3/17/2014 ART The animated "Mr. Peabody & Sherman" tops the box office.} Jahad :51

3/17/2014 SPOR There's less than a week until the Dodgers open their regular season in Australia. Bergman 1:02

3/17/2014 ENV The last dam on the Colorado River release water into the dry delta in Mexico this coming weekend Morales 1:48

President Obama will bestow the Medal of Honor to a group of 24 Latino, Jewish, and African 3/17/2014 HIST American veterans. CC :18

3/17/2014 ENV People around the world depend on rivers for their water supply. Peterson 1:06

The Crimean Parliament is moving quickly to split from Ukraine after voters in the region overwhelmingly voted to secede from Ukraine and join Russia. Officials say that nearly 97% of 3/17/14 POLI Crimean voters sided with Russia on the referendum that would split Crimea from Ukraine. Will Pomeranz 9:00

The mystery of missing Malaysia Airlines flight 370 continues to baffle experts, the media and the world alike. "All right. Good night," is the last communication received by air traffic controllers from 3/17/14 FOR MH370 at 1:19 a.m. on March 8. Capt. John M. Cox 12:00 Work emails can be sent at all hours from smartphones and presentations prepared on laptops in coffee shops. But with an increase in flexible work schedules, are we still tied to working a traditional 3/17/14 LAB 40 hour week? Jacob Morgan, Anna Coote 19:00

Los Angeles Unified School District elementary and middle schools will begin serving breakfast in the Jen Furmaniak, Warren classroom this April. So far, 500 schools already serve breakfasts, but a mandatory new program will Fletcher, Dr. William 3/17/14 YOUT require the rest of the district’s schools to introduce classroom breakfast -- no school can opt out. McCarthy 19:00

Orange County—which has long used small, subtle orange decals to inform restaurant patrons how establishments fared on health inspections—is now considering a simpler, more noticeable color- 3/17/14 LAW coded system, the Los Angeles Times reports. Christine Bruhn 13:00 Sacramento lawmakers are under pressure from municipalities complaining that a state law allows rampant growth of prostitution parlors masquerading as massage therapy. The 2008 law created a non-profit group - the California Massage Therapy Council - empowered to certify massage Marina Khubesrian, Ahmos 3/17/14 POLI businesses. Netanel 26:00:00

Take Two checks in with the owner of Ireland's 32 in Van Nuys, one of the many Irish bars in Los 3/17/2014 ENT Angeles to celebrate St. Patricks Day. Seamus Kennedy 3:38

Rebecca Keegan of the LA Times discusses new would-be "Hunger Games" film "Divergent," plus 3/17/2014 ENT "Veronica Mars" opening and a conservative Hollywood group at last getting tax-exempt status. Rebecca Keegan 8:33

Back in December, KPCC spoke with reporter Jason Felch about his story in the LA Times 3/17/2014 EDUC concerning Occidental College and allegations of sexual assault. N/A

It's a family affair for Los Feliz-based singer Eleni Mandell, who tours across the U.S. with her three- 3/17/2014 ENT year-old twin children in tow. Eleni Mandell 11:13

Two dozen countries are now involved in the search, which reaches out 3,200 miles away from its 3/17/2014 TRAV last known location. Jon Ostrower 6:21

You might be familiar with the 1958 Ritchie Valens song, "La Bamba." But, what you might not know 3/17/2014 ENT is the song comes from an old Mexican musical genre, the Son Jarocho. No 4:58

In New York, Guinness and Heineken withdrew its support, and in Boston, Sam Adams pulled out of 3/17/2014 LGB the parade because parade organizers won't allow LGBT groups to march. Michelle Garcia 6:55

Sienna DeGovia has found a way to blend her love of art and food into a unique Hollywood job - a 3/17/2014 ENT food stylist. Sienna Degovia 6:10

It's a culinary creation whipped up by our favorite King of Kitsch, Mr. Charles Phoenix, who joined 3/17/2014 HIST Take Two to talk about his new creation. Charles Phoenix 4:20

A lot has been made of the splintering in the Republican party and that couldn't have been more apparent this weekend than in the contrast between the two frontrunner Republican gubernatorial 3/17/2014 POLI candidates, Neel Kashkari and Tim Donnelly. John Myers 7:51

Rebecca Newberger 3/17/2014 LIT "Plato at the Googleplex" argues that philosophy is here to stay and more relevant than ever before. Goldstein 9:16 Here to talk to us about the scene here in L.A. is Adam Tschorn, who covers fashion and pop culture 3/17/2014 ART for the L.A. Times. Adam Tschorn 4:27

3/17/2014 ENT What are your favorite public radio shows? Vote in the public radio brackets. Mike Roe 6:27

President Obama will award the Medal of Honor today (TUE) to 24 Latino, Jewish, and African 3/18/2014 MIL American Army veterans today. Roman 2:59

We share preliminary results from KPCC's arts education survey of Southern California's five 3/18/2014 ART counties Plummer 2:40

3/18/2014 POLI Governor Jerry Brown played to a friendly crowd last night (MON) in Sacramento. Orr 1:03

Governor Jerry Brown says labor leaders "need to relax" about union-friendly bills that haven't been 3/18/2014 POLI passed yet. CC :17

3/18/2014 ECON The US has more high tech jobs open than it can fill, and steep unemployment. Schmidt 3:55

The Chief Justice of California's Supreme Court delivered her annual "State of the Judiciary" address 3/18/2014 LAW to the State Legislature Shafer 1:21

A federal appeals court will hear arguments today [Tuesday] over the constitutionality of an Arizona 3/18/2014 IMM law Joffe-Block 1:24

3/18/2014 OBIT Tony award-winning Broadway composer Mitch Leigh has died CC :14

Former Lakers' head coach Phil Jackson was introduced this morning (TUE 8A) as the New York 3/18/2014 SPOR Knicks team president. CC :18

Before his death in the 1980s, famed photographer Ansel Adams set aside 70 negatives that he felt 3/18/2014 ART was some of his best ar CC :13

A news helicopter crashed into the street and exploded into flames near the Space Needle in Seattle 3/18/2014 MED this morning. CC :12

Four siblings who police say were abducted from a Boyle Heights home last week were found safe 3/18/2014 LAW this morning (TUES) at the US/Mexico borde CC :08

3/18/2014 LAW A report on the emergency response to last year's shooting at LAX was released today CC :11 The lack of rain is affecting California's agriculture and its economy, but it's also affecting attendance 3/18/2014 ENV at some schools. CC :13

3/18/2014 A Burbank man became a hero Sunday when he caught a toddler falling from a 3-story window. CC :12

A Disney animation worker named Konrad Lightner was moving a few things out of his Burbank 3/18/2014 apartment on Sunday -- including a box spring. CC :14

A Burbank couple got stuck in an elevator for half an hour Sunday, and they're glad they did. If they 3/18/2014 hadn't been stuck Rabe 2:12

3/18/2014 ENV Declining school attendance may be the latest side-effect of California's punishing drought. Orr :48

3/18/2014 LAW Supervisors took a significant step today [TUES] towards building a new women's jail in L.A. County Palta :52

3/18/2014 HEAL The majority of CA's 2014 measles cases are unvaccinated, including 14 intentionally unvaccinated Florido :45

A day after a 4point-4 earthquake rattled Southern California, three Los Angeles City Council 3/18/2014 DIS members want to know if hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, played a role in the shaking CC :13

A gunman's deadly shots at LAX last year exposed major failures in the airport's communications 3/18/2014 LAW system Roman 4:10

3/18/2014 ENT Sony Pictures Entertainment plans to lay off more than 200 people based in Culver City Lee 1:00

3/18/2014 EDU Maxine Waters calls for investigation of LACOE Fernandes 1:15

3/18/2014 ENV Soil at Malibu High School will be tested for contaminants Kim 1:04

Congresswoman Maxine Waters today (TUES) called for an investigation into the L-A County Office 3/18/2014 EDU of Education CC :19

3/18/2014 FOR Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a treaty to add Crimea to the map of Russia. CC :11

LAX was ill prepared for a crisis when a gunman walked into terminal three and fatally shot a TSA 3/18/2014 LAW Agent on November 1st CC :14 3/18/2014 POLI L.A. considers a sales tax increase to repair failing streets Walton :45

LA's Department of Water and Power is urging homeowners to check whether they're losing water 3/18/2014 ENV through broken pipes Peterson :48

Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Prime Minister of Crimea signed official documents to incorporate Crimea into the Russian Federation. The ceremony took place in Sevastopol, the swift 3/18/14 POLI result of Sunday’s vote on the referendum to annex Crimea. Stephen Blank, Tim Boersma 15:00 California Democrats lost their supermajority in the state Senate on Sunday, when Sen. Ron Calderon took an indefinite leave of absence to fight federal corruption charges. The legislative impact was felt Monday, when two proposals pushed by Democrats failed to garner the necessary 3/18/14 POLI Republican support. Dan Walters 6:00

There's much ado in the world of sports this month. First, former Lakers coach Phil Jackson begins his stint as president of basketball operations for the New York Knicks. We'll begin with a discussion 3/18/14 SPOR about what this means for the team and for Los Angeles to lose such a beloved sports figure. Ben Bolch, Marc Edelman 18:00 Passengers at American airports have been enduring long security lines and invasive screening techniques for more than a decade now in the name of preventing more incidents of terrorism. But a new report suggests that all the money being spent on protecting the airport building might not be Erika Aguilar, John Mueller, 3/18/14 ECON worth the cost. Brian Michael Jenkins 28:00:00 Physicists are popping the champagne corks after announcing a major discovery that backs up a long suspected theory called cosmic inflation - a twist on the Big Bang theory. Scientists say that a split-second after the Big Bang, the newly formed universe ballooned out at a pace so astonishing 3/18/14 SCI that it left behind ripples in the fabric of the cosmos. Sean Carroll 16:00 The right leader makes the workplace -- a study from Gallup has found that even though naming a manager is one of the most important decisions a company makes, over 80 percent of the time, they make the wrong choice. Businesses fail to choose the right candidate for a management position 82 3/18/14 ECON percent of the time, according to a new study from Gallup. John Boudreau 15:00

Senate Constitutional Amendment 5 passed the Senate with a supermajority in late January and needed the Assembly to pass it with a supermajority get on the ballot. This could be a turning point 3/18/2014 RACE for the political prowess of Asian-Americans in California. Karthick Ramakrishnan 10:59

Take Two spoke with the relative of one of six Southern California veterans to be honored after 3/18/2014 RACE Congress ordered a review of overlooked service members of Hispanic and Jewish descent. Vivian Hernandez 3:38

As debate continues at the diplomatic level, we take a look at some of the practical considerations of 3/18/2014 FORE redrawing the borders of the contested region. John Agnew 5:50

President Obama is being urged to capitalize on the U.S.'s new-found energy wealth -- thanks to 3/18/2014 FORE fracking -- to punish Russia and to help US allies. No 3:56

In places like Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas and New Mexico, the invasive species has swallowed 3/18/2014 ENV whole homes and blocked roads. Sarah Gilman 5:57

The J. Paul Getty Museum has put together an exhibition, “In Focus: Ansel Adams,” that lets visitors 3/18/2014 ART see how Adams’ printing style changed over the decades. Karen Hellman 7:25

Frank Swain, a 32-year-old losing his hearing, looks at what the future may hold for hearing 3/18/2014 TECH technology. No 5:28 To fill in the gap between steep unemployment and a surplus of high tech jobs, entrepreneurs are 3/18/2014 TECH looking at a training program. No 4:05

KPCC found that fewer than half of students in these schools get access to music, dance, theater 3/18/2014 EDUC and visual arts. No 7:17

As another fire season approaches, Fronteras Desk reporter Laurel Morales talks about fire lessons 3/18/2014 ENV learned in light of the Yarnell fire that killed 19 firefighters last summer. No 4:03

Goldieblox, a toy aimed at teaching girls engineering skills, created controversy when they used a 3/18/2014 ENT version of Beastie Boys' song "Girls" in an ad for the toy. No N/A

Refugees from Myanmar, formerly Burma, are learning English at a late age so they can gain U.S. 3/18/2014 EDUC citizenship. But it isn't easy, even for some that have been in the U.S. for several years. No 3:55

Joining Take Two this week is Oliver Wang from Soul-Sides.com, who brings new music from 3/18/2014 ENT Pharrell Williams, who just debuted his new album G I R L. Oliver Wang 7:38

3/18/2014 LIT The Spaniard founded nine of California's 21 missions from San Diego to San Francisco. Gregory Orfalea 9:39

3/19/2014 POLI City of L.A. approves settlement in car crash involving councilman Walton :37

L-A Mayor Eric Garcetti today (WEDS) launched the city's new interactive website designed to give 3/19/2014 TECH the public details about municipal spending in Los Angeles CC :18

The lack of rain is affecting California's agriculture and its economy, but it's also affecting attendance 3/19/2014 ENV at some schools. CPR :13

3/19/2014 SPOR A UC Irvine study out today (Wednesday) says titanium golf clubs can cause fires on golf courses. Joyce 1:08

3/19/2014 SCI Spring starts tomorrow but don't expect April showers Totten 1:03

3/19/2014 LAW Police in Northridge are investigating an item that appears to be a pipe bomb. CC :09

Hundreds of Future Farmers of America students rallied at the California State Capitol in support of legislation that would provide state grants for agricultural education. The rally was part of the annual 3/19/2014 EDU "Ag Day" celebration CC :10

The State of California is currently embroiled in a legal battle with a contractor hired to create a new 3/19/2014 ECON payroll system CC :12 The State of California is in a legal battle with a contractor hired to upgrade a new payroll system for 3/19/2014 LAW public employees. Orr :51

3/19/2014 ENV Some powerful rodent poisons will be unavailable to regular homeowners starting in July} Kim 1:00

3/19/2014 ART The Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles is starting to look like its former self. Jahad 1:21

3/19/2014 EDU Advocates issue recommendations on how to improve foster youth educaiton Gilbertson 3:48

The drought has focused attention on reducing Southern California's reliance on importing water from 3/19/2014 ENV the northern part of the state and the Colorado River. Joyce 3:37

The U-S government has reached a 1-point-2 billion dollar settlement with Toyota over the 3/19/2014 TRAN company's handling of safety issued with its cars. CC :11

Farmers, residents and decision makers are getting together in the Coachella and Imperial Valleys to 3/19/2014 ENV talk about the drought. Cuevas 1:20

George Alan O'Dowd is best known as "Boy George" -- the lead singer of the 1980's pop group 3/19/2014 ENT "Culture Club. CC :08

A California bill would give drivers control over how the data collected by the computers in their 3/19/2014 TRAN vehicles is used. Pringle :56

A new bill would give vehicle owners in California control over how the data from their on-board 3/19/2014 TRAN computers is used. CC :11

the owner was out of town and the property was for sale and we came across a phenomenon called 3/19/2014 HOUS mansion parties or ghost parties where people go on websites and look for properties for sale. CC :09

L-A-P-D Chief Charlie Beck acknowledges that various police and fire departments across Southern 3/19/2014 TECH California have trouble talking to each other on the radio. CC :16

3/19/2014 HEAL OB/GYN at Cal Institute for Women talks about treating inmates Corazon 2:39

Climate change is a very real threat, according to scores of scientific reports and studies. Newer literature on climate change uses increasingly intense tactics to draw attention to the imminent threat Katharine Hayhoe, Bjorn 3/19/14 ENV of global warming. Lomborg 13:00 Los Angeles Police Department Chief Charlie Beck joins Larry for AirTalk's monthly check-in. What’s Chief Beck’s response to the “after action report” about last year’s LAX shooting? Should LAXPD rely more on LAPD? And earlier this week, AirTalk heard about community concerns over regulating and 3/19/14 LAW policing prostitution at massage parlors. Charlie Beck 17:00 Potholes and damaged sidewalks have plagued Los Angeles for decades. Now city officials are proposing a sales tax hike to help pay for the much-needed repairs. On Tuesday, the city's top Alice Walton, Mitchell 3/19/14 POLI budget official released a report recommending a half-cent sales tax increase to raise $4.5 billion. Englander, Jack Humphreville 22:00

A considerable amount of time, money and effort has been spent to track and curb suicide among military service people. Now suicide prevention advocates are pressing Congress to also track 3/19/14 HEAL suicides of military family members. Susan Lindau, Matthew Nock 7:00

The Obama administration is pulling out all the stops to appeal to young invincibles as its key March 31st Affordable Care Act deadline approaches. Apparently that means cat GIFs - lots and lots of cat 3/19/2014 POLI GIFs. Evan McMorris-Santoro 5:29

The evolution of the Internet has led to all sorts of interesting possibilities for employment. These days you can earn your keep as a blogger, you can make cash serving as a juror in a virtual court 3/19/2014 EDUC case. Kevin Gorman 3:31

It's time for another installment of Take Two's weekly sports talk. We take a look at Phil Jackson's 3/19/2014 SPOR new role as the president of the New York Knicks, the Dodgers and more. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 7:16

After last November's deadly shooting at LAX, officials have been looking into what they could have 3/19/2014 SECU been done better. Brian Jackson 4:55

Boy George spoke with A Martinez about the new album, overcoming his drug addiction and 3/19/2014 ENT introducing a new sound to his already established audience. Boy George 12:11

In Venezuela, tensions on are on the rise this week after government forces moved in to clear a plaza in the capitol that has become a focal point for protesters. The clashes have continued for six 3/19/2014 FORE weeks now. James Menendez 5:06

A Spanish-language remake of "Breaking Bad" called "Metástasis" just wrapped up production in 3/19/2014 ENT Colombia. Whether or not it'll live up to the acclaim of "Breaking Bad" remains to be seen. Angelica Guerra 5:48

The arctic whale looks something like a unicorn of the sea, with a spindly tusk that can grow up to 9 3/19/2014 SCIE feet long. This unusual appendage has been a focus of fascination and controversy for centuries. Martin Nweeia 5:21

Seven candidates in the hotly-contested race for Los Angeles County Sheriff meet tonight (THU) for 3/20/2014 LAW another debate. Stoltze 4:25

In light of the on-going drought, state officials are asking everybody to cut their water use by 20- 3/20/2014 ENV percent Peterson 4:34

3/20/2014 HEAL LA County health officials says blood tests for lead for Exide neighbors won't start until April 7 CC :10

3/20/2014 HEAL State regulators tell Exide neighbors to keep kids away from dirt. CC :15

3/20/2014 ENV Two Northern California Congressmen are pushing for a new reservoir near Sacramento. CC :18 Two Northern California Congressmen have introduced legislation to help create a new lake that 3/20/2014 ENV would store nearly two million gallons of water near Sacramento Moffit :52

A new survey reveals there's more work to be done to make sure all kinds of people feel safe and 3/20/2014 EDU respected on University of California campuses. Rubenstein :56

California's Superintendent of Public Instruction visited Fresno (WED) to confront an unexpected 3/20/2014 ENV consequence of the state drought. Khokha 1:52

3/20/2014 EDU The Board of Regents is set to discuss tuition increases at University of California schools CC :06

President Obama will deliver the keynote address to U-C Irvine's graduating class in June, making 3/20/2014 POLI him the second sitting president to speak at the Orange County school. CC :12

The candidates running for the L-A County Board of Supervisors' Third District seat will square off in 3/20/2014 POLI a debate tonight (THUR) at U-C-L-A. CC :17

Mexican authorities are working to unravel the mystery surrounding the death of a 12-year-old girl in 3/20/2014 IMM a migrant shelter in the border city of Juárez Uribe :43

3/20/2014 LAW Mayor Eric Garcetti halts recruitment of Los Angeles firefighters. Walton :47

Air regulators and a lead battery recycler have agreed on a plan to reduce the health risks from 3/20/2014 ENV pollution around the Exide Technologies plant in Vernon. Peterson :56

3/20/2014 LAW Seven candidates for Los Angeles County Sheriff face off in another debate tonight Stoltze :49

Two men are in critical condition today {THU} after their suspected hash oil lab exploded in the city 3/20/2014 of Commerce last night {10p WED} CC 1:38

3/20/2014 ENV Fishing nets catch A LOT of unintended targets Kim 1:02

The question of whether some ethnic groups value higher education more than others is the subject 3/20/2014 EDU of a federal survey. Berestein-Rojas :56

Police shot and killed a man in Anaheim this afternoon {THURS} after authorities say he opened fire 3/20/2014 LAW on probation officers and shot a police dog. CC :07

California Attorney General Kamala (KAH-muh-luh) Harris today (THURS) released a report on the 3/20/2014 TECH growing problem of transnational crime, particularly cybercrime, that crosses the border into the U.S CC :18 California Attorney General Kamala (KAH-muh-luh) Harris calls for increased funding and tougher laws to combat the growing problem of international "cybercrime" targeting California residents and 3/20/2014 TECH businesses. CC :13

3/20/2014 EDU Prominent scholar testifies in major education equity trial Guzman-Lopez 1:00

President Obama announced another round of sanctions against Russian officials today. The group 3/20/14 FOR contained legislative and executive officials and one bank. Will Pomeranz 9:00

The constitutionality of the U.S. government's anti-terrorism "no fly" list was questioned by a federal 3/20/14 SEC judge during a hearing at the U.S. District Court in Oregon Monday. Hina Shamsi, Geoffrey Corn 13:00

KPCC reports that nearly half of the cases - 14 in total - come from children who were intentionally Dr. Jonathan Fielding, Dr. 3/20/14 HEAL not vaccinated. Oliver Brooks 17:00

Simon Schama’s “The Story of the Jews” takes on the suffering and exile interwoven throughout 3/20/14 HIST Jewish history in an anticipated two-volume book and a five-part documentary. Simon Schama 22:00

The tricolored blackbird was once the most abundant bird species in southern California. But disappearing wetlands have destroyed much of the birds' habitat and the current drought is making 3/20/2014 ENV the situation worse. Bob Meese 7:14

California Attorney General Kamala Harris will release a report Thursday looking at the effects 3/20/2014 TECH international criminal organizations are having on Californians and businesses in the state. Jeremy Matz 8:43

3/20/2014 LAW We find out more about Bob Olmsted, one of seven candidates running for LA County Sheriff. No 4:55

LA native Jessica Childress didn't make it very far in the television competition "The Voice" but she 3/20/2014 ENT headed to SXSW for a career boost. Jessica Childress 6:09

KPCC political reporters discuss the latest in state politics and government including the race for 3/20/2014 POLI Board of Supervisor, sheriff and an open seat on the LAUSD school board. Alice Walton, Frank Stoltze 11:16

Force-feeding in Guantanamo is causing controversy as some argue it just causes pain and others 3/20/2014 FORE say it is for the health and welfare of detainees. No 7:12

Gray water recycling could help Californians reduce water usage during the drought, but obstacles 3/20/2014 ENV are slowing its adoption. No 5:34

3/21/2014 SPOR At one AM tomorrow (SAT), the Major League Baseball season officially gets underway. Bergman 4:05

A bill in the California legislature would require annual, unannounced inspections at foster care, 3/21/2014 assisted living, and other long-term care facilities CC :11 A California lawmaker has introduced a bill that would require annual, unannounced inspections at 3/21/2014 long-term care facilities statewide. Pringle :51

3/21/2014 LAW A California lawmaker wants to make it easier for prisoners to request DNA tests. CC :08

For a person wrongfully convicted of a crime, a DNA evidence test can be a powerful tool in opening 3/21/2014 LAW the gate to freedom. Orr :51

One of the more competitive races in the June primary will be for the L-A County Supervisor Third 3/21/2014 POLI District seat. CC :09

3/21/2014 ENT A new Muppets movie opens today CC :13

A lone wolf is getting a lot of attention. Known as O-R-seven, the wolf left its pack in Oregon in 3/21/2014 ENV September 20-11 CC :11

A Los Angeles jury says a football helmet maker is NOT liable for a Pomona high school player's 3/21/2014 SPOR brain injuries. CC :06

3/21/2014 ECON California's unemployment rate dipped in February but still remains above the national average. Orr :44

The coroner's office has identified the suspect killed in an exchange of gunfire with Anaheim police 3/21/2014 LAW on Thursday as 21-year-old Robert Moreno, Jr. CC :09

3/21/2014 ENV Wetlands restoration and lake cleanup begins tomorrow at an LA city park Kim 1:57

Teens with legal problems and addiction challenges get a rare day outside of their facilities to 3/21/2014 ART compete for academic trophies Plummer 2:02

Construction on California's complicated and controversial high speed rail project is set to begin this 3/21/2014 TRAN summer. Orr :57

Traffic will be restricted on a stretch of Sepulveda Boulevard beginning tonight (FRI) and continuing 3/21/2014 TRAN for about a month. CC :10

3/21/2014 HEAL Measles cases up in Orange County. Now 36 cases across CA Jahad :49

3/21/2014 HEAL It's been a tough flu season in California, but health officials say it does appear to be tapering off. Florido :36 Los Angeles County prosecutors today {FRI} charged an Encino man in connection with the 3/21/2014 LAW discovery of three pipe bombs in his car during a traffic stop earlier this week in Northridge. CC :08

Latino enrollment for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act has fallen short of expectations 3/21/2014 HEAL so far. Berestein-Rojas 1:03

California lawmakers will consider a bill this week requiring the pharmaceutical industry - to create 3/21/2014 ENER and pay for - a state-wide system to safely dispose of unused medicine CC :09

Controversial battery recycler Exide Technologies has given state toxics regulators its proposal for a 3/21/2014 ENV new round of testing for lead in soils at homes and a school around the Vernon plant. Peterson 1:03

Local California governments, retirees and clean water advocates are teaming up to push a bill 3/21/2014 ENER before state lawmakers this week Bartolone :56

[ART- Larry Mantle is joined by KPCC film critics Alynda Wheat and Henry Sheehan to review this week's releases, including Muppets Most Wanted, Divergent, Nymphomaniac: Volume I and, The 3/21/2014 ENT Missing Picture and more.] Mantle 3:03

This weekend, LA's Department of Water and Power began opening its offices for "Bill Resolution 3/21/2014 ENER Saturdays." Bergman 1:18

3/21/2014 DIV The Senate is expected to vote in the coming weeks on a federal minimum wage b Berestein-Rojas :58

The California Department of Motor Vehicles says it's been warned by law enforcement authorities 3/21/2014 TRAN that its credit card processing systems could have been compromised. Bergman :49

It's been seven months since the LA Department of Water and Power switched over to a new billing 3/21/2014 ENER system, resulting in tens of thousands of customers getting overcharged. CC :17

Los Angeles' music industry is made up of more than just multi-platinum selling singers and 3/21/2014 ENT veneered rock bands, of course. Ferguson 4:20 Scientists at both public and private institutions are hard at work on early warning systems that will alert subscribers to an earthquake seconds before the rumbles are felt. The early warning systems are nearing the point when they’re developed enough to be in homes across the state - allowing 3/21/14 SCI people precious time to prepare for a quake. Tom Heaton 10:00

The plea deal and sentencing in the court-martial sex-assault case against General Jeffrey Sinclair has some critics crying foul, calling the reprimand a slap on the wrist, even as supporters praise the 3/21/14 MIL decision as a sign that the military justice system is still working. Greg Jacob, John A. Convery 10:00

Consumer Reports tested and tinkered with hundreds of car models in 10 categories for its Top Picks auto report card. This year, the publication surveyed 260 models and rated them on three criteria: 3/21/14 ECON reliability, safety and performance. Jennifer Stockburger 10:00

Larry and KPCC film critics Alynda Wheat and Henry Sheehan review this week’s releases, including Alynda Wheat, Henry 3/21/14 ENT Muppets Most Wanted, Nymphomaniac: Volume I, Divergent and more. TGI-Filmweek! Sheehan 28:00:00 Little more than a week remains until the deadline to sign up for health insurance. LA Times reporter 3/21/2014 HEAL Chad Terhune talks about sign-ups and the implications of the last-minute rush. Chad Terhune 5:15

To kick off the Major League Baseball season the Dodgers will play the Arizona Diamondbacks more 3/21/2014 SPOR than 7000 miles away at a cricket stadium in Sydney. KPCC's Ben Bergman explains more. No 4:18

Friday Take Two looks back at the week's news, including President Obama's sanctions against 3/21/2014 POLI Russia, Michelle Obama visiting China, the NCAA tournament, Toyota and GM recalls and more. James Rainey, Nancy Cook 10:44

Poet Richard Blanco, who spoke at President Obama's 2013 inauguration, says he was made in Cuba, assembled in Spain and imported to the United States. He discussed his journey and new 3/21/2014 ART book with Take Two. Richard Blanco 9:27

Lonnie Franklin Jr., a former mechanic for the city of Los Angeles, was arrested for the murders of at least 10 people in 2010. The reporter who broke the story of a serial killer on the loose talked about 3/21/2014 LAW the impending trial. Christine Pelisek 8:18

A House Committee recently approved a bill which would rename Yosemite's Mammoth peak as 3/21/2014 ENV Fremont peak, which is causing resistance from the National Park Service. Michael Doyle 5:11

A GPS equipped collar has tracked the movements of a wolf known as OR-7, who was born in 3/21/2014 ENV Oregon and is the first wild wolf to set paw in California since the last one was killed in 1924. David Moskowitz 4:09

The writer of "The Muppets" and "Muppets Most Wanted" films talks about the Muppets' new found 3/21/2014 ENT popularity, and why the franchise is a beloved classic. Nick Stoller 9:15

Bita Milanian (BEE-tah ma-LAHN-ee-an) heads the Farhang (FAR-hang) Foundation, a nonprofit that 3/22/2014 DIV celebrates Iranian culture in Southern California 1:19

John Rabe / Ross Marquand / John Rabe talks with the cast of "The Impression Guys," a YouTube series that also includes two Dana Delorenzo / Angela 3/22/2014 P female impressionists who say their ranks are growing. Hoover / Jim Meskimen 9:28:00

John Rabe talks with Konrad Lightner who saw a baby dangerously close to a third-story window and 3/22/2014 I just happened to have a mattress with him. You can guess what happened next. John Rabe / Konrad Lightner 4:45:00 Off-Ramp commentator Marc Haefele explores the history and importance of the Archimedes Palimpsest and other new findings related to Archimedes life and work. “Lost and Found: The Secrets of Archimedes” is at The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens' 3/22/2014 HIST MaryLou and George Boone Gallery through June 21. Marc Haefele 3:48:00

Off-Ramp producer Kevin Ferguson talking with Gail Stein, archivist for the Beverly Hills Public 3/22/2014 I Library. Kevin Ferguson / Gail Stein 4:16:00

Off-Ramp commentator Pat Morrison tells the story of how Beverly Hills came to be in honor of its 3/22/2014 HIST 100th year of cityhood. Patt Morrison 3:46:00 Kevin Ferguson talks with songwriters Darrell Brown and D.A. Wallach about the problems presented by incresingly popular music streaming services. Songwriters are a crucial part of L.A.'s music Kevin Ferguson / Darrell industry, but as the consumer appetite for online streaming grows, will they still be able to make a Brown / D.A. Wallach / Glen 3/22/2014 P living? Ballard 4:20:00 Shirley Jahad speaks with artist Catherine Opie about MOCA's over $100 million endowment and herShirley Jahad / Catherine 3/22/2014 I return to the MOCA Board as an Artist Trustee along with two other photographers. Opie 3:49:00 Molly Peterson / Laura Allen / Molly Peterson explores interest in DIY systems for recycling waste water from household sinks and Margie Ferrari / Leigh Jerrard showers, known as greywater. Peterson talks with Laura Allen, founder of the Greywater Action / Osama Younan / Mark 3/22/2014 P group, and participants of Allen's greywater workshops. Vallianatos 4:34:00

Environmentalists from around the state will be in Sacramento tomorrow (MON) for the 7th annual 3/23/2014 ENV California Ocean Day. CC :15

3/23/2014 SPOR The Dodgers are heading back to the U-S after a two-game sweep in Australia. CC :09

Man, just looking at the beautiful city, the city's awesome. They got animals that I've never seen 3/23/2014 SPOR before, like just little things like that. I'm not too hard to please.} CC :09

Vice President Joe Biden was in Los Angeles last night (SAT) to speak with supporters of Human 3/23/2014 POLI Rights Campaign -- an LGBT advocacy group. CC :16

A ban on burning wood in fire pits at Orange County beaches will be enforced starting tomorrow 3/23/2014 ENV (MON). CC :11

3/24/2014 EDU CSU students protest new fees Guzman-Lopez :51

Trial has been postponed again for the man accused of the worst mass killing in Orange County 3/24/2014 DC history Joyce :54

3/24/2014 DC Congress echoes President on Ukraine Felde :58

3/24/2014 LAW [LAW, GEND, TRAV: More women are arrested for DUIs.] Aguilar 4:03

3/24/2014 SCI Researchers say a mega-quake could send a damaging tsunami to LA Totten 1:16

3/24/2014 HEAL UC patient care workers start 5-day strike Plevin 2:09

3/24/2014 LAB Thousands of University of California patient care workers are on strike today. CC :10

3/24/2014 IMM About a dozen immigration activists from Southern California arrived in Rome over the weekend. CC :19 3/24/2014 LAB A planned strike today (MON) by thousands of U-C hospital workers has been averted. Bergman :48

3/24/2014 ENV Ever wanted to own part of a nuclear power plant? Bergman :53

3/24/2014 DIV State leaders in Sacramento decided last week to abandon affirmative action legislation this year. Huang 3:43

3/24/2014 ECON It's the middle of tax season, the time many tax payers turn to professionals for help. Dembosky 4:24

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak (nah-JEEB) says new satellite data shows what happened to 3/24/2014 FOR the missing Malaysia Airlines jet. CC :15

3/24/2014 LAW Police say the suspect in this morning's officer-involved shooting in the Hollywood Hills is dead. CC :07

3/24/2014 HEAL Study finds no evidence linking e-cigs to smoking cessation, but the data are inconclusive Florido :50

3/24/2014 ENT Disney today {MON} named a new chief for its ABC Television Group. CC :16

3/24/2014 POLI Gov Brown continues to hold commanding fundraising lead in reelection bid CC :22

3/24/2014 OC A new trial date has been set for the man accused of the worst mass killing in Orange County history Joyce :59

3/24/2014 ENT Disney's Burbank-based TV division will have a new boss next year Bergman 1:17

Anaheim police say the Orange County District Attorney's Office is investigating an officer-involved 3/24/2014 LAW shooting last week (THU) that resulted in the death of a man police say fired at them Joyce :51

3/24/2014 ENT Movies targeting teens and children topped the box office over the weekend. Jahad :49

3/24/2014 EDU UC President Janet Napolitano says things are looking up for higher education in the state CC :10

University of California President Janet Napolitano says the state could do more for higher education 3/24/2014 EDU but the overall outlook is positive Pringle :58 3/24/2014 GEND A new effort is underway to deal with California's backlog of untested rape kits Orr :39

Two-weeks after its initial disappearance, the fate of missing Malaysian flight 370 is now less of a mystery. Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak announced on Monday that the missing jetliner 3/24/14 FOR crashed into a remote area of the Indian Ocean. Simon Boxall, Al Yurman 12:00

The abortion-rights group, Voice of Choice, has come under fire for posting the names, home addresses, phone numbers and social media accounts of anti-abortion protestors to an online map 3/24/14 HEAL on its website. Todd Stave, Matt Yonke 16:00

Ukrainian troops have begun steady withdrawal from Crimea as Russian military forces seize bases and reinforce the border. Ukraine’s national security council made the decision to evacuate troops 3/24/14 FOR and their families. Will Pomeranz 4:00 Hundreds of thousands of dolphins, whales, sharks, sea lions, turtles and fish are ensnared accidentally in fishing nets and tossed back into the ocean every year. Most of that 'by catch' - creatures that are caught up in fishing nets or lines - are killed as collateral damage of the 3/24/14 ECON commercial fishing industry. Ben Enticknap, Tom Ross 18:00

When an actor or actress dies during the filming, production teams are often left at a crossroads. Can they continue on and adapt the film to fit with the footage they have? Will they have to scrap 3/24/14 ENT everything and start from scratch? Robert Thompson 12:00

While DUI arrests are down overall in Southern California, they are on the rise with certain groups of 3/24/2014 LAW women. Erika Aguilar 9:37

First lady Michelle Obama is currently in China to promote educational exchanges between China 3/24/2014 POLI and the U.S. while subtly addressing freedom of expression. Laurie Burkitt 5:28

3/24/2014 ENT The first lady is in China to talk about education but her style is getting a lot of buzz. Kate Betts 3:41

"Divergent" won the box office this past weekend but religious drama "God's Not Dead" was the 3/24/2014 ENT biggest surprise. And 1980s television show "Jem and the Holograms" is getting a movie remake. Rebecca Keegan 8:53

Officials say at least eight people are dead, and more than 100 are missing after Saturday's mudslide 3/24/2014 ENV in a Washington state community. No 3:18

The California Department of Motor Vehicles announced over the weekend that a credit card data 3/24/2014 SECU breach may have occurred with its online payment system. William J. Kresse 5:09

The Centers for Disease Control now reports that the number of effective treatments for gonorrhea have dwindled to just one and it's only a matter of time before the STD becomes resistant to that 3/24/2014 HEAL option. Robert Kirkcaldy 4:52

The diverse communities and languages spread throughout LA creates a challenge for health care 3/24/2014 HEAL workers hoping to prevent STDs. Jeffrey Klausner 6:42

3/24/2014 TECH You might soon say goodbye to #'s and @'s on Twitter. Mike Roe 5:11 Storybook architecture sprang up in the 1920s, and its fairy tale abodes can still be found in Southern 3/24/2014 ART California. Douglas Keister 5:21

3/25/2014 POLI Questions are raised about who goes on MWD inspection trips Walton 4:11

3/25/2014 LAW A 74-year-old woman is free after serving more that three-decades behind bars CC :19

3/25/2014 HEAL A couple of cases before US Supreme Court challenge a provision of the Affordable Care Act CC 1:01

Consumer advocates say they have enough signatures for a ballot measure that would increase the 3/25/2014 POLI amount of money medical malpractice victims can receive CC :10

3/25/2014 ENV Rain is in the forecast heading into tomorrow across Southern California CC :10

3/25/2014 ENV A little bit of rain is heading our way Whatley :50

3/25/2014 HEAL More young women are drinking, and the health effects can be serious Aguilera 4:08

3/25/2014 DIS Death toll from mudslide in Washington expected to go up CC :16

Governor Brown is sending 18 urban search and rescue workers from California to help recovery 3/25/2014 DIS efforts after the deadly mudslide in Washington state. CC :13

3/25/2014 DC House Democrats make strategic move to push immigration bill Felde :54

A recent survey of L.A.'s juvenile court found more than half of the children arrested for prostitution 3/25/2014 YOUT were in the foster care system Palta 1:16

3/25/2014 ENV Eight billion dollar water bond measure clears California legislative committee CC :12

A community panel created to advise Southern California Edison on the decommissioning process 3/25/2014 ENER for the San Onofre nuclear plant is meeting for the first time tonight. CC :22

3/25/2014 SCI A slew of newly hatched bald eagle chicks is further sign of environmental recovery at Catalina IslandTotten :42 3/25/2014 IMM California is home to the largest population of Pacific Islanders outside of Hawaii. Huang 1:01

3/25/2014 LAW [LAW: The city of LA begins serving gang injunction papers to Echo Park gang members.] CC :14

3/25/2014 POLI KPCC obtains draft report saying other laws may have been broken at Central Basin Water District. Foshay 4:00

3/25/2014 LAW Investigators determine that unsafe speed caused November crash that killed actor Paul Walker CC :13

A bill to expand California's film and television tax credit program has cleared another step in the 3/25/2014 ENT state legislature. CC :22

The Supreme Court appeared split during today’s oral arguments weighing whether employers’ religious views can exempt them from providing contraceptive services in employee health plans, as Sarah Posner, David French, 3/25/14 LAW required by the Affordable Care Act. Emily Martin 32:00:00

A new proposal by the Obama administration would end the National Security Agency's widespread Rep. Adam Schiff, Robert 3/25/14 DC collection of Americans' phone data, as reported first by the New York Times. Turner 10:00

Women in the U.S. are consuming more alcohol than they have in decades past, and they face 3/25/14 GEND greater health risks for doing so Elizabeth Aguilera 17:00

The search for missing Malaysia flight MH370 has accentuated some long-standing tensions 3/25/2014 TRAV between nations in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. Stephanie Kleine-Ahlbrandt 6:42

James McQuivey of Forrester will talk about how Disney's newest purchase will impact their digital 3/25/2014 TECH reach in the future. James McQuivey 5:30

Some research shows parents' concerns over children's health and well-being are making a culture 3/25/2014 EDUC where kids are less creative and more fearful. Hanna Rosin 7:27

Shakira, mouse-eating musicians, Juanes and an album all about baseball. It's time for Tuesday Steve Hochman, Justino 3/25/2014 ENT Reviewsday with Steve Hochman and Justino Aguila. Aguila 10:44

KPCC found the MWD spent more than $2.2 million over two years taking approximately 2,500 3/25/2014 LAW people on tours of locations such as the Colorado River and the San Joaquin Delta. No 4:31

Some black leaders are concerned Silicon Valley is not doing enough for minority communities when it comes to hiring and spending. Former NAACP president Benjamin Todd Jealous talked to Take 3/25/2014 TECH Two about his goal. Todd Jealous 6:22

Reporter Ellen Huet has been documenting the increasing scorn toward the tech industry and says 3/25/2014 TECH there's a more complex story at play. Ellen Huet 4:51 "Mistaken for Strangers," a new documentary about the indie band The National, goes deeper than just a band profile. It's about how fame and fortune have impacted the relationship between two Tom Berninger, Matt 3/25/2014 ART brothers. Berninger 11:05

The issue of storing highly radioactive nuclear waste at the facility is a top concern for people living 3/26/2014 ENV near the shut down San Onofre nuclear plant. Joyce 1:20

3/26/2014 EDU Education think tank recommends public colleges work with each other. Guzman-Lopez :43

74-year-old freed this week from custody after 3 decades behind bars has been spending time with 3/26/2014 LAW family and friends Cohen :11

An 8 billion-dollar water bond measure in Ca has passed a key legislative committee, in an effort to 3/26/2014 ENV get it placed on the November ballot. Pringle :48

3/26/2014 LAW TSA issues recommendations on how to improve security at airports after LAX shooting CC :12

3/26/2014 ENT The story of one of CA's heroes hits theaters this week. CC :09

3/26/2014 HEAL Covered California not following Obama administration and extending deadline for some CC :13

3/26/2014 POLI Lawmakers continue to wrestle with questions about life for transgender people in CA. Dembosky 1:44

State Senator Leland Yee arrested following a series of raids by the FBI in Sacramento and the Bay 3/26/2014 LAW Area. CC :20

Southern California Edison met with officials and community members to talk about the dismantling 3/26/2014 ENV of the San Onofre nuclear power plant. CC 3:37

3/26/2014 EDU Several dozen students protest outside Cal State trustees meeting; want "success fees" rolled back Guzman-Lopez :46

About a dozen immigration activists from Southern California met with Pope Francis in Rome to 3/26/2014 RELI discuss immigration reform CC :15

Federal agents arrest State Senator Leland Yee after series of raids; accused of corruption, arms 3/26/2014 LAW charges CC :26

3/26/2014 HEAL Covered California not following Obama administration and extending deadline for some CC :09 3/26/2014 EDU Students protest fees at Cal State trustee meeting Guzman-Lopez 1:01

3/26/2014 ECON Dodgers have become much more valuable in the last year Bergman 1:04

Supporters of Bobby Shriver set up two independent fundraising committees to help in LA County 3/26/2014 POLI Supes race against Sheila Kuehl Stoltze 1:25

Santa Monica City Council voted unanimously to pursue controlling the land that is home to the 3/26/2014 POLI Santa Monica Airport Watt 1:08

Darrell Steinberg calls on Leland Yee to step down after Yee was indicted on federal corruption and 3/26/2014 POLI firearms charges CC :15

TSA release after-action report on LAX shooting; recommends officers at checkpoints, more active 3/26/2014 LAW shooter training and improved communication. Aguilar 1:21

3/26/2014 IMM More than 150 immigration activists marched through downtown LA pushing to stop all deportations Huang 1:18

3/26/2014 POLI State Sen Leland Yee indicted on corruption, gun charges Detrow 5:18

3/26/2014 LAW TSA issues recommendations on how to improve security at airports after LAX shooting CC :07

3/26/2014 POLI CA State Senator Leland Yee accused of gun, corruptions carges Yee 1:01

New international arrivals terminal at the San Bernardino airport but no commercial airlines have 3/26/2014 TRAN shown up to use it. Watt 4:19

3/26/2014 HIST Family plans to fix the world's tallest thermometer in Baker, California. CC :09

3/26/2014 POLI A judge rules the city of Los Angeles has a right to audit finances connected to DWP Walton :50

California Senator Leland Yee (D-San Francisco) has been detailed on public corruption and bribery 3/26/14 POLI charges as part of a major FBI crackdown in the Bay Area, according to the San Jose Mercury News.Josh Richman 12:00

The White House has extended the deadline to sign up for health plans under the Affordable Care Act. The deadline, March 31st, has been push to mid-April for users who have begun the process of 3/26/14 HEAL signing up and checked a box asking for an extension. Joanne Kenen 9:00 The University of California system is weighing its options for how to deal with a budget shortfall of more than $120 million. At a recent Board of Regents meeting, board members expressed skepticism that they would be able to make up the funding gap while holding tuition down to 2012 3/26/14 EDU levels - at $12500 a year. Janet Napolitano 9:00

With the Russian annexation of Crimea complete, tensions in Eastern Europe are high. The Russian military has overtaken Ukrainian military bases in Crimea and has bolstered its presence along the Stephen Sestanovich, Nina 3/26/14 POLI Ukrainian border. Tumarkin 10:00 Traveling the world with nothing more than a passport and a backpack has long been the norm among college-bound kids in Europe. Now students at Tufts University are being offered a helping hand to indulge in a little wanderlust.Starting this fall, Tufts will provide funds for up to fifty students to 3/26/14 TRAV travel abroad before entering their freshman year. Ethan Knight, Bob Clagett 18:00

Stragglers who haven't sign up yet on Healthcare.gov for coverage under the Affordable Care Act 3/26/2014 HEAL just got a lifeline thrown their way. Chad Terhune 4:23

This week, upstream dams are being opened so that water will once again reach the Colorado River's mouth in Mexico. It's part of a coordinated effort between Mexico and the U.S. and scientists 3/26/2014 FORE are hoping the release will simulate the spring floods that used to happen in the area. Dave Wegner 5:04

It's the latest sign of how bad this year's drought really is. Federal and state wildlife agencies 3/26/2014 ENV launched a massive "fish lift" this week. No 2:48

Chavez was a towering figure in the civil rights movement as the founder of the United Farm Workers Union. Until now, he hadn't gotten the Hollywood treatment. Director Diego Luna joins Take 3/26/2014 ENV Two to talk about bringing Chavez's story to the big screen. Diego Luna 7:07

Cinderella takes center stage, the NFL has revised reviews and a big, blue wallet is wide open. For 3/26/2014 SPOR more on what's happening in the world of sports, we're joined by Andy and Brian Kamenetzky. Andy and Brian Kamemetsky 8:14

After spending more than three decades behind bars, Mary Virginia Jones is finally free. Jones was sent to prison in 1982 after she was convicted in the fatal shooting of two drug dealers, even though Mary Virginia Jones, Heidi 3/26/2014 LAW she didn't pull the trigger. Rummel 5:05

Regardless of where you are in your relationship we have three heartless pieces of technology that 3/26/2014 TECH can help you if you're stressed out about what is or what was. Jacob Margolis 5:06

Well, Candy Crush isn't exactly on the stock market. It's King, the game's parent company, that began trading on the New York Stock Exchange today at $22.50. However, after only a couple of 3/26/2014 TECH hours the stock had already dropped a couple of dollars. Tim Stevens 5:15

It’s not every day that you get to walk into a brand new, empty airport terminal, but I got a recent tour 3/26/2014 TRAV of the San Bernardino International Airport. No 4:37

Today, the Transportation Security Administration made 14 recommendations about how to improve 3/26/2014 TRAV security in the wake of the deadly shooting there last November. Erika Aguilar 3:01

Ratepayers are responsible for more that three-billion dollars in costs associated with the closure of 3/27/2014 ENER the San Onofre nuclear power plant. Joyce 1:15

3/27/2014 POLI A look at what happens when a politician leaves a vacancy. Walton 3:44 3/27/2014 EDU Closing arguments in closely watched teacher job protection trial. Guzman-Lopez :58

3/27/2014 EDU Some advocates in CA want preschools to be permanent fixture in all public schools Fernandes 3:55

Hospitals in California are making progress reducing some types of infections patients acquire while 3/27/2014 HEAL receiving treatment. Plevin 1:19

LAX Police Chief Patrick Gannon says he agrees with recommendations made in a report released 3/27/2014 LAW yesterday by the TSA. CC :16

3/27/2014 SAC A CA lawmaker is facing federal corruption charges, for the second time in two months. Detrow 4:33

3/27/2014 HOUS California has become a tough place to buy a first home. Milne :56

3/27/2014 HOUS New data shows home sales continue to fall in California, though the price rise continues. Q CC :18

Covered California says people who start a heath insurance application by Monday will have until 3/27/2014 HEAL April 15th to finish paperwork. CC :14

CA's health insurance exchange will allow people an extra couple of weeks to finish enrolling, if they 3/27/2014 HEAL start their application by Monday night. Bartolone 1:00

3/27/2014 ENV Survey shows most Californians support water bond ballot measure to deal with drought. CC :10

3/27/2014 ENV Survey shows most Californians support water bond ballot measure to deal with drought. Pringle :47

3/27/2014 LAW Police have made six arrests amid an investigation into the theft of baggage at LAX. CC :18

3/27/2014 LAW Undercover sting operation into baggage theft at LAX resulted in the arrests of six people. Whatley :40

USC Athletic Director Pat Haden reacts to decision by the National Labor Relations board allowing 3/27/2014 SPOR Northwestern football players to unionize. CC :14

3/27/2014 EDU UCLA Bruins will take on the top-seeded Florida Gators as March Madness resumes. CC :17 3/27/2014 DC NASA still wants more money for human space exploration. Felde 1:01

Bill would require furniture manufacturers to disclose what flame retardant chemicals are used in 3/27/2014 SAC their products CC :17

Public comment period opens for federal proposal to remove native California toad from endangered 3/27/2014 ENV species list Peterson 1:27

3/27/2014 POLI Senator Leland Yee is dropping out of the race for secretary of state. McNary 1:02

3/27/2014 ENV Term for rebates on solar-generated power was set to 20 years by regulatory agency. Kim 1:03

LA County Public Health Director Jonathan Fielding has announced he is stepping down after nearly 3/27/2014 HEAL two decades with the department. CC :16

3/27/2014 POLI State Sen. Leland Yee withdraws from Secretary of State race after indictment. CC :12

LAX police served more than two dozen search warrants and made six arrests in an investigation 3/27/2014 LAW targeting the theft of baggage by handlers. Watt 1:02

LA County Public Health Director Jonathan Fielding is stepping down after 16 years with the 3/27/2014 POLI department. Roman 4:36

3/27/2014 HEAL California faith groups are helping in the final push to enroll people in health insurance CC :10

Ratepayers are responsible for more that three-billion dollars in costs associated with the closure of 3/27/2014 ENER the San Onofre nuclear power plant. Joyce 1:12

California has had no shortage of political scandals lately. Three Democratic state senators are 3/27/2014 POLI currently facing criminal charges, including the latest, Leland Yee. Henry Lee 7:15

President Obama has made investment in early childhood education a priority in his second term, asking Congress to expand access across the country. But, he stopped short of calling for preschool 3/27/2014 EDUC to be a permanent fixture in all public schools. No 4:11

Sociologist Dalton Conley tried an experiment: deliberately try out what parenting and science 3/27/2014 LIT research says on his own two children. Dalton Conley 6:43

Yesterday, the National Labor Relations Board ruled that a group of Northwestern University football 3/27/2014 EDUC players on scholarship are considered employees at the private institution. Ramogi Huma 13:23 It's Thursday, which means it's time for State of Affairs, our look at politics and government throughout California. To help us with that we're joined in studio by KPCC political reporters Alice 3/27/2014 POLI Walton and Frank Stoltze. Alice Walton, Frank Stoltze 12:12

March Madness resumes tonight with the Sweet 16, the last 16 teams competing in the NCAA college basketball tournament. Over the next couple of nights the field will be cut down to eight and 3/27/2014 SPOR by Sunday evening, the Final Four. Frank Burlison 5:45

The Venice Boardwalk has always been known for an eclectic mix of artists, tourists and a bit of a rough element. Now, officials are moving to make it safer, but what sort of cultural impact will that 3/27/2014 LAW have? Matt Stevens 4:18

Fans of the site Awkward Family Photos, rejoice! These deliciously awkward photographs are 3/27/2014 ART coming to town. Doug Chernack 6:43

3/28/2014 RELI Faith groups step up to help people enroll in health insurance before deadline Bartolone 1:04

3/28/2014 POLI State Senate votes to suspend three of its members who are in legal trouble CC :17

3/28/2014 POLI The State Senate votes to suspend three members Walton :44

3/28/2014 ART Museum of Contemporary Art holds gala to welcome new director CC :17

3/28/2014 TECH Cybersecurity competition in Pomona this weekend Bergman :49

Researchers at UC Riverside have developed a brain game that seems to improve the performance 3/28/2014 SCI of the school's baseball team Totten 4:18

3/28/2014 TRAN House subcomittee holds hearing into lessons learned from LAX shooting CC :12

3/28/2014 TRAN Investigators try to find out what caused a section of a Metro construction site to collapse CC :17

3/28/2014 HEAL CA now has 49 measles cases Florido :46

3/28/2014 LAW LA County jails are denying Muslim inmates right to congregational services Palta :51

3/28/2014 LAW Congress holds hearing on LAX shooting Aguilar :55 3/28/2014 LAW LA County Sheriff's Deputy sues department claiming deputies abused her CC :13

Larry Mantle is joined by KPCC film critics Andy Klein and Claudio Puig to review this week's 3/28/2014 ART releases Mantle 3:02

3/28/2014 POLI LA County Public Health Director Jonathan Fielding steps down Roman 3:56

3/28/2014 ENV LA park known as the Cornfield closing for year long renovation Jahad :57

3/28/2014 SPOR UCLA lost to the Bruins in the Sweet Sixteen CC :14

3/28/2014 LAW Vote scheduled to suspnd Bay Area Democrat Leland Yee Detrow 2:07

3/28/2014 YOUT City of Hemut establishes registry for missing children with special needs Cuevas 1:13 A measure on California’s November ballot would raise the cap on medical negligence lawsuits, including an increased cap on non-economic damages. Voters will be able to decide whether harm sustained from pain and suffering related to medical malpractice should be limited to $250,000 or Jaime Court, Benjamin 3/28/14 HEAL raised to $1.1 million. Fenton 12:00

The real estate market has come full circle in some Southern California cities. DataQuick, a real estate data firm, finds that home prices in certain SoCal zip codes have surpassed their housing Richard Green, Chris 3/28/14 HOUS bubble peaks. Thornberg 12:00

A devastating statewide drought has put the spotlight back on to alternative sources of water. One of those sources is once again front and center in the city of Huntington Beach as a private company called Poseidon Water is planning its next move to build a desalination plant in the area. The company is already building a desalination plant in the Carlsbad region that will convert salty ocean 3/28/14 ENVI water into clean drinking water. Scott Maloni, Garry Brown 8:00

Larry and KPCC film critics Andy Klein and Claudia Puig review this week’s releases, including Noah, 3/28/14 ENT Cesar Chavez, Sabotage and more. TGI-Filmweek! Andy Klein, Claudia Puig 28:00:00

San Francisco Chronicle reporter Henry Lee joins the show to fill us in on the latest and offer some 3/28/2014 POLI insight into the FBI investigation — and the undercover agent — that broke the case wide open. Henry Lee 7:25

It's the end of another week and time for the Friday Flashback, Take Two's look at the week in news. This morning we're joined in-studio by Los Angeles Times columnist James Rainey and Jamelle 3/28/2014 POLI Bouie, who's got a new job with Slate.com James Rainey, Jamelle Bouie 8:06

Dave Wakeling from The English Beat joined Alex Cohen in KPCC's studios for a chat about his 3/28/2014 ENT career. Listen to two songs he performed here. Dave Wakeling 10:02 Earlier this year the Museum of Contemporary Art announced the appointment of its new director, 3/28/2014 ART Philippe Vergne, formerly the director of the Dia Art Foundation in New York Philippe Vergne 7:44

One aspect of the Cesar Chavez story remains largely overlooked: The key role that Filipino farmworkers played in launching the 1965 grape strike in Delano that led to the birth of the United 3/28/2014 DIV Farm Workers union. No 4:29

There's a lot of anecdotal evidence that pot can help combat depression and ease anxiety, yet there 3/28/2014 HEAL isn't a whole lot of scientific research to back those claims. That could soon change. Sue Sisley 5:18

Players are training with a scientifically designed brain-game. It's improving their vision and helping 3/28/2014 SCIE them win games, a new study says. No 4:31

The increasing cost of Mexican limes is putting the squeeze on bartenders to raise their prices. A case of the tiny green citrus fruit will now set you back a $100 a case, up from the average price of 3/28/2014 ECON just $14 a case. David Karp, Mario Marovic 6:43

3/29/2014 ENV LA could be rattled by a large quake CC :12

3/29/2014 ENV Quake rocked Dodger Stadium CC :13

3/29/2014 TRAN MTA holds a public hearing on a proposal to boost bus and metro fares Fernandes 3:02

3/29/2014 ENV Carbon Canyon in Brea remains closed after rock slide CC :09 Earlier this year the Museum of Contemporary Art announced the appointment of its new director, Philippe Vergne, formerly the director of the Dia Art Foundation in New York. KPCC's John Rabe stopped by MOCA to catch up with Vergne to talk about the museum, and he asked him why he took 3/29/2014 I the job. John Rabe / Philippe Vergne 7:44:00

This year, Zachary Drucker and Rhys Ernst — a transgender LA couple — made their debut at the Kevin Ferguson / Zackary 3/29/2014 ART famous New York biennial. They talk with Off-Ramp's Kevin Ferguson about their work. Drucker / Rhys Ernst 4:48:00

LA Weekly writer Hillel Aron extends a helping hand for the poor out-of-town journalist assigned to 3/29/2014 MEDI profile Mayor Eric Garcetti. Hillel Aron 3:39:00

MoLAA in Long Beach is the only West Coast museum to exhibit the recently unsealed photo archive John Rabe / Edward Hayes 3/29/2014 I of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. John Rabe talks with Assistant Curator Edward Hayes Jr. Jr. 5:44:00

Off-Ramp producer Kevin Ferguson got tired of seeing so many scratchers on the sidewalk — and Kevin Ferguson / Elias 3/29/2014 came up with an idea to solve the problem. Here's what the state lottery thought. Dominguez 5:29:00

Elaine Cha talks with John Hwang, an occupational therapist by day who visits homeless on Skid 3/29/2014 I Row at night. He spends time with them and shares their stories on Facebook. Elaine Cha / John Hwang 4:55:00 Director Diego Luna joins Take Two's A Martinez to talk about bringing Chavez's story to the big screen. Chavez was a towering figure in the civil rights movement as the founder of the United Farm 3/29/2014 I Workers Union. Until now, he hadn't gotten the Hollywood treatment. A Martínez / Diego Luna 7:07:00

3/29/2014 Erika Aguilar investigates the recent spike in DUI arrests amongst women. Erika Aguilar 4:01:00

3/30/2014 LAW Bay area Senator Leland Yee scheduled to appear in court on corruption charges Orr :54

3/30/2014 LAB Paid rest breaks would become mandatory for farm workers under new bill Pringle :46

3/30/2014 TRAN MTA holds a public hearing on a proposal to boost bus and metro fares Fernandes 1:25

3/30/2014 ENV Fullerton residents have been asked to leave homes out of concernes of structural damage Florido :49

3/30/2014 ENT Permanent exhibit dedicated to Huell Howser opened at Chapman University CC :22

3/30/2014 DIS Cities of La Habra, Fullerton and Brea consider declaring a state of emergency CC :05

3/30/2014 ENV Storm system makes its way from Bay Area to Southern California CC :16

Secretary of State Kerry scheduled to meet with Russian Foreign Minister to calm tensions and 3/30/2014 POLI resolve Ukraine crisis CC :11

Threat of wildifre heightened by state's drought has promped increase in firefighting manpower 3/31/2014 ENV ahead of schedule CC :13

USGS geologists are using evidence from aftershocks to map the fault responsible for Friday's 5.1 3/31/2014 SCI quake Totten :54

3/31/2014 HEAL Government has softened ACA deadline a bit CC :21

3/31/2014 LAW Bay area Senator Leland Yee scheduled to appear in court on corruption charges CC :16

3/31/2014 DIS Quake damage closes school for one week Guzman :44 3/31/2014 DIS Quake damage closes school for one week CC :09

3/31/2014 HEAL The fast-changing nature of e-cigarettes makes it hard for scientists to do definitive research on them Florido 3:16

3/31/2014 TRAN Workers have begun removing toll booths in Orange County Joyce :56

3/31/2014 DC Senate set to vote on appeals judge Felde :47

3/31/2014 HEAL Effort to enroll African Americans in ACA Fernandes :57

3/31/2014 HEAL Bill would set state-wide rules for how doctors can prescribe marijuana Pringle :56

3/31/2014 HEAL Bill would set state-wide rules for how doctors can prescribe marijuana CC :09

3/31/2014 ECON Loh Life Business Loh 3:07

3/31/2014 ENV Wildflowers are scarce in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, thanks to drought Morehouse 4:16

3/31/2014 YOUT Program aims to help young, incarcerated fathers Jahad 1:00

3/31/2014 ENT "Noah" landed in first place at the weekend box office Johad :44

3/31/2014 HEAL Deadline looms to sign up for health insurance under federal ACA Fernandes 1:28

3/31/2014 ECON Impending closure of a beef processing plant threatens to upset SoCal agriculture Esch 4:38

3/31/2014 ENV More than 100 aftershocks after Friday night quake CC :10

3/31/2014 ENT Noah won the weekend box office CC :11 3/31/2014 SPOR Surfer Hobie Alter died this weekend CC :12

3/31/2014 SPOR Dodgers lost their opening game CC :13

3/31/2014 ENV Glendora warns of possible flooding as rain moves in CC :15

3/31/2014 SPOR Surfer Hobie Alter died this weekend CC :10

3/31/2014 ENV Authorities still assessing damage from Friday earthquake CC :12

3/31/2014 ENV California is still in a drought Milne :40

3/31/2014 HEAL What will be the signs of success or failure for the ACA in months to come? O'Neill 2:38

3/31/2014 ENER Nearly 12 million Californians will get a discount on their power bill this month Moffitt :48

3/31/2014 DIS Local officals are tallying damage from Friday night's quake centered in La Habra Palta :54

3/31/2014 HEAL Covered CA experiences a "huge surge" in signups as today's deadline nears O'Neill :50

LA City Council expected to approve ordinance changing trash pick up at city apartments and 3/31/2014 POLI businesses Walton :45

3/31/2014 ENV A lookahead to tomorrow's snowpack survey readings and why it's important Kim 1:08

3/31/2014 ART A new NEA census analysis looks at secondary jobs in the arts Plummer 1:03

3/31/2014 DIS Officials tallying damage from Friday's quake CC :09

3/31/2014 LAW Immigrant groups want moratorium on impounding car belonging to unlicensed drivers Aguilar 1:17 3/31/2014 HEAL Deadline looms to sign up for health insurance under federal ACA CC :08

3/31/2014 HEAL Deadline looms to sign up for health insurance under federal ACA CC :08

Riders of the city's public busses and trains are facing a significant fare increase if proposals by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority go into effect. Metro is facing a $36.8 million budget deficit that 3/31/14 TRAN it says could grow to over $200 million over the next decade if no changes are made. Rick Jagger, Eric Mann 22:00

Residents and crews continue cleanup efforts after the magnitude-5.1 earthquake struck La Habra at 3/31/14 SCI around 9:00pm at night on Friday. More than 150 aftershocks have been felt so far. Lucy Jones 7:00

Studies released last week offer new perspective on autism spectrum disorder on multiple levels. Research from a team at UC San Diego's Autism Center for Excellence showed that brain changes Dr. Ricki Robinson, Eric 3/31/14 SCI in the cortex during neonatal development suggest that autism starts in the womb. Courchesne 30:00:00 Cesar Chavez may be a famous name -- commemorative streets and schools are scattered across California and beyond in honor of the man who led United Farm Workers. But in her new book, “The Crusades of Cesar Chavez: A Biography,” Miriam Pawel takes on the first full scale biographical 3/31/14 LIT story of Cesar Chavez. Miriam Pawel 24:00:00

2012 was a banner year for Hollywood. The final tally of the domestic movie box office was a record- breaking $11 billion dollars. Even with the apparent box office success, the film industry is facing 3/31/14 LIT challenges from decreasing ticket sales and increasing competition from small screen competitors. Anne Thompson 13:00

From presidential appearances on funny or die to animated cat gifs, the Obama administration has 3/31/2014 HEAL been doing all it can to reach the so-called invincibles. So how well have they done? Stephanie O'Neill 9:43

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is famous for its wildflowers. But, this is the third year in a row of 3/31/2014 ENV drier-than-usual weather near the Salton Sea, making wildflowers scarce. No 4:32

Friday's 5.1 earthquake in La Habra, California made for some interesting conversations come Saturday morning -- chief among them, perhaps, were brought on by probing questions from young 3/31/2014 SCIE minds. Kate Hutton 9:14

A new program in the Salinas Valley is challenging that formula. It aims to help the children of 3/31/2014 TECH farmworker families become programmers and engineers in just three years. No 5:25

On the Lot is Take Two's regular series of talks about the film business with LA Times reporter 3/31/2014 ENT Rebecca Keegan. Rebecca Keegan 8:23

Anthropologist Christina Moon wrote about "fast fashion" in this month's edition of Pacific Standard and she joined Take Two to talk about how Korean immigrants have transformed Jobber Market over 3/31/2014 ECON the last 20 years. Christina Moon 5:52

The world’s climate is already showing signs of climate change, including rising sea levels, extreme 3/31/2014 ENV weather and animal migration. Camilo Mora 4:49

While communities are bracing for changes along the coast, California is also preparing to deal with long term climate problems inland. The state is still experiencing drought conditions with an 3/31/2014 ENV increased risk of wildfire. Daniel Berlant 4:52 Only four teams remain in the NCAA Tournament: Kentucky, Wisconsin, UConn and Florida. And as 3/31/2014 SPOR the tournament heads towards its final weekend, there's still time for a little more madness. Nicole Auerbach 5:01

A new study out of Stanford University examines how college athletes may internalize stereotypes 3/31/2014 SPOR about their academic abilities, leading to lower test performances. Thomas Dee 6:14

In the past week, a joke from the Colbert Report turned into a tweet sparked outrage among Asian Americans. Over the weekend, that outrage spawned its own backlash from people who say Asian 3/31/2014 RACE Americans are being too overly sensitive. And some of the people saying that are Asian Americans. Josie Huang 5:10

Moses Sumney is one of the most talked-about LA musicians of 2014 and he hasn't even released 3/31/2014 ENT an album yet. To understand why, check out a video of his live performance. Moses Sumney 10:01