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“My hospital already feels like a war zone. COVID is already ravaging our country. I did not think we could sink any lower," LA physician Anna Granata told KCRW.

“My hospital already feels like a war zone. COVID is already ravaging our country. I did not think we could sink any lower," LA physician Anna Granata told KCRW.

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Insurrectionists at US Capitol: Who they were, how they planned the siege

Why was the violence able to get out of hand in the first place?

Congresswoman Karen Bass: ‘I would love to see this presidency end today’

“He [Trump] doesn't care about the health of his own supporters.

Cardiac arrest patients with low survival chance — LA ambulance crews told not to transport them to hospitals

LA has such a low supply of ambulances and hospital beds that the county’s Emergency Medical Services agency issued a new directive: Do not transport cardiac arrest patients who have…

LA rabbi on remembering beauty that remains after loss, and bequeathing values in an ‘ethical will’

“I'm closer in some ways with my father almost three years after his death than I was at any time during his life. And I've discovered him in new ways.

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 Los Angeles is having an identity crisis. City officials tout new development and shiny commuter trains, while longtime residents are doing all they can to hang on to home.

There Goes the Neighborhood

Los Angeles is having an identity crisis. City officials tout new development and shiny commuter trains, while longtime residents are doing all they can to hang on to home.

 Los Angeles County is spending hundreds of millions of dollars a year to combat homelessness. Yet the problem is getting worse. Why?

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Los Angeles County is spending hundreds of millions of dollars a year to combat homelessness. Yet the problem is getting worse. Why?

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Henry Rollins hosts a mix of all kinds, from all over and all time.

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KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Anne Litt.

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Josh Barro and Ken White talk about the recording of President Trump’s phone call to Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger.

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Fanatic! Well, here we are, going into another year. I hope your holiday was good even if your options were somewhat limited.

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 Cardiac arrest patients with low survival chance — LA ambulance crews told not to transport them to hospitals

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 ‘I would like to pass on the tradition’: Founder of Ricky’s Fish Tacos in LA plans to retire

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Trump supporters gathered in downtown Los Angeles on Wednesday to protest the certification of President-elect Joe Biden’s Electoral College victory.

PHOTOS: LA Trump supporters clashed with police and counter-protestors as insurrection erupted at US Capitol

Trump supporters gathered in downtown Los Angeles on Wednesday to protest the certification of President-elect Joe Biden’s Electoral College victory.

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Lawmakers returned to the Capitol after hours of chaos in which protesters forced their way into the building and abruptly halted Congress' tally of Electoral College votes.

Congress certifies Biden victory; Trump pledges 'orderly transition' on Jan. 20

Lawmakers returned to the Capitol after hours of chaos in which protesters forced their way into the building and abruptly halted Congress' tally of Electoral College votes.

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In Washington D.C. today, at Donald Trump’s urging, thousands of people protested the results of the November election. A mob stormed the U.S.

The latest on insurrection at US Capitol

In Washington D.C. today, at Donald Trump’s urging, thousands of people protested the results of the November election. A mob stormed the U.S.

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One of the nation’s worst COVID outbreaks is in LA County, where the positivity rate over the last week is nearing 20%.

‘Outbreak didn't even bring these businesses into full compliance.’ How COVID spreads at LA workplaces

One of the nation’s worst COVID outbreaks is in LA County, where the positivity rate over the last week is nearing 20%.

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If rent across the street is a few hundred dollars lower than what you’re paying, ask your landlord if they’ll consider knocking off the same amount.

How to negotiate rent with your landlord. California’s eviction moratorium expires February 1

If rent across the street is a few hundred dollars lower than what you’re paying, ask your landlord if they’ll consider knocking off the same amount.

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After the insurrection at the U.S.

How the US Capitol breach affects the future of the California GOP

After the insurrection at the U.S.

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David Rieff discusses “Divorcing” by Susan Taubes: the reimagined end of an autobiographical marriage.

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David Rieff discusses “Divorcing” by Susan Taubes: the reimagined end of an autobiographical marriage.

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David Lynch Theater Presents: Weather Report for January 7, 2021.

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Josh Barro and Ken White talk about the recording of President Trump’s phone call to Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger.

The phone call to Georgia

Josh Barro and Ken White talk about the recording of President Trump’s phone call to Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger.

from LRC Presents: All the President's Lawyers

Lawmakers from Southern California took to Twitter and to the phone lines to let their constituents know they were okay and to condemn Wednesday’s violent insurrection at the U.S.

SoCal lawmakers recount unprecedented assault on US Capitol

Lawmakers from Southern California took to Twitter and to the phone lines to let their constituents know they were okay and to condemn Wednesday’s violent insurrection at the U.S.

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Saskatchewan-based Kacy & Clayton and New Zealander Marlon Williams find common ground in their love of Western, country, and folk music as they marry the hemispheres on “I Wonder…

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KCRW's signature music program features new releases, live performances, and artist interviews hosted by Anne Litt.

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Future beats and a mind-melting mix of fuzz, bass, and funk. Served fresh nightly.

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Democrats will officially regain control of the Senate later this month.

Democrats win 2 Georgia runoff races and gain control of US Senate. What this means for Biden administration

Democrats will officially regain control of the Senate later this month.

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In Washington D.C. today, at Donald Trump’s urging, thousands of people protested the results of the November election. A mob stormed the U.S.

How an insurrection at US Capitol broke out after Trump and some GOP allies refused to concede election

In Washington D.C. today, at Donald Trump’s urging, thousands of people protested the results of the November election. A mob stormed the U.S.

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“I would like to pass on the tradition, more than just selling it.

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“I would like to pass on the tradition, more than just selling it.

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While local police reported some arrests, many of the rallies remained peaceful.

States also see protests — and angry responses — to D.C. violence

While local police reported some arrests, many of the rallies remained peaceful.

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On Wednesday, supporters of President Trump heeded his call to go to the U.S. Capitol, where Congress was certifying President-elect Joe Biden’s victory in the November 2020 election.

Californians: How are you feeling after the insurrection at the Capitol? Let us know

On Wednesday, supporters of President Trump heeded his call to go to the U.S. Capitol, where Congress was certifying President-elect Joe Biden’s victory in the November 2020 election.

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