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Excited crowds ride the D Line. Will you?
As the Wilshire Blvd subway advances west, the author of a forthcoming book on Metro hops on board and reflects on the past and future of LA transit.
Is Topanga prepared for the next big fire?
The mountain community is one of the most at-risk fire zones in LA, with only one way in and out. Is evacuation even an option?
L.A. mobile farmers market serves marginalized communities
Prosperity Market is a farmers market on wheels.
Calvert vs. Kim: How Prop 50 forced a Republican showdown
Voters approved Proposition 50 to redraw congressional maps that favor Democrats. However, it came with a trade-off.
Johnie's Coffee Shop on Wilshire ends its activist era
The historic diner on the corner of Fairfax and Wilshire Blvd has been a community space for progressive activists for 10 years. Now they're out, and art is in.
Press Play with Madeleine Brand
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Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Host Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.
NewsWhy the coming “Godzilla El Niño” could preview life on Earth in 2035
Plus, the Bay Area has dominated California politics for a generation. Could this chaotic governor’s race signal a resurgent Southland? And our film critics review a family revenge road trip.
NewsSophy Romvari reimagines her family tragedy in ‘Blue Heron’
Plus, students nationwide are doing poorly in English and math, but LA is bucking that trend. And Evan Kleiman celebrates local cheese shops and gives you advice on how to handle delicate cheese.
NewsMeet the sculptor making a giant transgender Jesus out of chocolate
Plus, the move to get rid of California’s top two “jungle primary.” The Lakers are swept in the NBA playoffs. Should LeBron James hang it up? And our favorite food scenes in film.
NewsJazz giant Arturo Sandoval still finds inspiration in his 70s
Plus, Democrats panic after court rulings give Republicans advantages in redistricting, and studies confirm a third circulatory system in the body that gives scientific backing to Chinese acupuncture.
Left, Right & Center
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The Gerrymandering Rush Is Leaving Voters In the Dust
States rushing to redraw congressional maps have left some voters in the dark. Is our government ready for the next health crisis? And the MAHA movement struggles to fight the junk food lobby.
By David Greene • • 1h 0m Listen
The Abortion Debate Returns With Risks For Both Parties
Abortion is back in the spotlight and both parties are hedging on its place in the campaigns. Trump shook up several primary races in Indiana, and the California governor’s race heats up with a complex primary that could lock Democrats out.By David Greene • • 1h 0m Listen
Supreme Court Ruling Threatens Black Representation In Congress
The Supreme Court gutted a key piece of the Voting Rights Act. Why conspiracy theories spread after the attempted attack on the president. And King Charles tried to smooth over U.S.-U.K. relations.
By Susan Davis • • 1h 0m Listen
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