Which Way, L.A.?

Will Inmates Get Early Release?

Two federal judges say overcrowding in California prisons violates the Constitution. The Governor and the Legislature have approved eight billion dollars to build more space, but judges say that won’t happen quickly enough. Also, federal inspectors at King-Harbor Hospital.

By Warren Olney • Jul 25, 2007 • 30m Listen

Two federal judges say overcrowding in California prisons violates the Constitution. The Governor and the Legislature have approved eight billion dollars to build more space, but judges say that won’t happen quickly enough. Also, federal inspectors at King-Harbor Hospital.

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Which Way, L.A.?

Will Inmates Get Early Release?

Two federal judges say overcrowding in California prisons violates the Constitution. The Governor and the Legislature have approved eight billion dollars to build more space, but judges say that won’t happen quickly enough. Also, federal inspectors at King-Harbor Hospital.

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Which Way, L.A.?

Will Inmates Get Early Release?

Two federal judges say overcrowding in California prisons violates the Constitution. The Governor and the Legislature have approved eight billion dollars to build more space, but judges say that won’t happen quickly enough. Also, federal inspectors at King-Harbor Hospital.

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