The Franklin Fire has caused thousands of residents to evacuate Malibu. The volunteer Community Brigade is working alongside firefighters to save homes.
A baby monitor losing power alerts family to evacuate Franklin Fire
Threatened by the Franklin Fire, Pepperdine University Professor Joel Johnson says his wife’s quick thinking and a baby monitor powering off helped them evacuate in less than an hour.
UnitedHealthcare CEO murder sparks frustration over US health care
The murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has unleashed a nationwide fury against health insurance companies, with horror stories shared online of how companies have denied…
Rainn Wilson on what ‘Waiting for Godot’ reveals about humanity
Rainn Wilson says a central theme in “Waiting for Godot” is the danger of inaction. He explains the linguistic and physical challenges of his role, and the healing power of theater.
After a couple grueling years touring around the country for their debut album Shadowglow, powerhouse indie rock band flipturn will soon release their sophomore album Burnout Days…
Judge rules Naval Academy can use affirmative action in admissions
A federal judge rules the U.S. Naval Academy can use race as a factor in its admissions, citing the military’s unique needs regarding a diverse officer corps.
AI ‘bias meter’ at LA Times: What do former staff think?
LA Times owner Patrick Soon-Shiong plans to install a "bias meter" next to every news article and op-ed. This comes after quashing the endorsement of Kamala Harris.
KCRW exclusive: Billie Eilish and Finneas sit for an intimate chat
Billie Eilish and Finneas join for a reflective chat on their growth as artists and the making of their multi-Grammy-nominated album “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT.”