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On Thursday, the City of Lancaster in the Antelope Valley issued a vote of no confidence in Barbara Ferrer, director of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LADPH).

On Thursday, the City of Lancaster in the Antelope Valley issued a vote of no confidence in Barbara Ferrer, director of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LADPH).

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How remote education and playground closures are affecting children’s mental health

“That social milieu, as we call it, on the playground, it's a very dynamic place for children to be able to express themselves creatively, practice their negotiation skills, practice…

KCRW's Behind the Screens: Madeleine Brand in Conversation with Radha Blank (Presented by Netflix)

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Latinos in San Fernando Valley have high COVID rates due to essential jobs, overcrowding and more

“We have residents in the area that ... work at grocery stores, perform industrial jobs that increase their exposure to the coronavirus.

Years after Aliso Canyon gas leak, residents say they face chronic health issues and want the facility closed

Kelly Browne never knew she grew up near the second-largest gas storage facility in the country. But after it suffered a blowout, she began seeing its effects everywhere.

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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?

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

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

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Ken White and Josh Barro talk about the pardon for Michael Flynn.

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

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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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 ‘If everyone would wear that mask, we wouldn't be in this mess’: Lancaster mayor on COVID

‘If everyone would wear that mask, we wouldn't be in this mess’: Lancaster mayor on COVID

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Rent drops in LA but rises in Inland Empire. Median home price in California hits record

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What Gov. Newsom's regional lockdown means for LA and the rest of Southern California

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 DIY holiday gifts: Dog biscuits, bread and butter, jars of condiments and toasted sugar

DIY holiday gifts: Dog biscuits, bread and butter, jars of condiments and toasted sugar

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 Latinos in San Fernando Valley have high COVID rates due to essential jobs, overcrowding and more

Latinos in San Fernando Valley have high COVID rates due to essential jobs, overcrowding and more

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Years after Aliso Canyon gas leak, residents say they face chronic health issues and want the facility closed

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 ‘Nomadland’ is a modern day 'Grapes of Wrath,’ says critic

‘Nomadland’ is a modern day 'Grapes of Wrath,’ says critic

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Warner Bros. sends entire slate of 17 movies to HBOMax in 2021

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Between March and July, California released 3,500 incarcerated people in response to the pandemic.

COVID-19 in California prisons: Who gets to go home early?

Between March and July, California released 3,500 incarcerated people in response to the pandemic.

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Katie Porter talks about the prospect of another coronavirus relief package, the CDC’s performance, what President-elect Biden must do about health care, and why many of her Democratic…

Rep. Katie Porter on economic relief during pandemic, CDC’s performance, health care and Biden

Katie Porter talks about the prospect of another coronavirus relief package, the CDC’s performance, what President-elect Biden must do about health care, and why many of her Democratic…

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LA’s real estate market is a little confounding right now.

Rent drops in LA but rises in Inland Empire. Median home price in California hits record

LA’s real estate market is a little confounding right now.

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Emmanuel Acho’s new book, “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man,” is based on a video series in which he sits down with people, many of them white, to discuss race in the U.S.

Former NFL player Emmanuel Acho on ‘Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man’

Emmanuel Acho’s new book, “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man,” is based on a video series in which he sits down with people, many of them white, to discuss race in the U.S.

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Keli Goff, Margaret Hoover and Christine Emba talk about the politicians caught up in embarrassing pandemic scandals at the exact moment they are asking the public for more cooperation…

Caught with their masks down

Keli Goff, Margaret Hoover and Christine Emba talk about the politicians caught up in embarrassing pandemic scandals at the exact moment they are asking the public for more cooperation…

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

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

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Many of us discovered our kitchens this year and have new skills, but even if you’re a new home cook, there are several recipes you can make that the gift receiver will appreciate.

DIY holiday gifts: Dog biscuits, bread and butter, jars of condiments and toasted sugar

Many of us discovered our kitchens this year and have new skills, but even if you’re a new home cook, there are several recipes you can make that the gift receiver will appreciate.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Critics review “Mank,” which follows alcoholic screenwriter Herman J.

‘Nomadland’ is a modern day 'Grapes of Wrath,’ says critic

Critics review “Mank,” which follows alcoholic screenwriter Herman J.

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Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday announced a new regional stay-at-home order. California has averaged more than 15,000 new COVID-19 cases per day over the past week.

What Gov. Newsom's regional lockdown means for LA and the rest of Southern California

Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday announced a new regional stay-at-home order. California has averaged more than 15,000 new COVID-19 cases per day over the past week.

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WarnerMedia announced all 17 of its 2021 Warner Bros. movies would debut in theaters and stream on HBOMax at the same time.

Warner Bros. sends entire slate of 17 movies to HBOMax in 2021

WarnerMedia announced all 17 of its 2021 Warner Bros. movies would debut in theaters and stream on HBOMax at the same time.

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Californians will soon be under yet another series of strict restrictions limiting travel, in-person shopping and other business activities — this time it all hinges on the level of…

Newsom orders sweeping new restrictions as the coronavirus rages across California

Californians will soon be under yet another series of strict restrictions limiting travel, in-person shopping and other business activities — this time it all hinges on the level of…

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Maral’s richly psychedelic electronic music draws on influences near and far. Her session for KCRW’s Private Playlist moves from Nico to Iranian classical music and beyond.

Private Playlist: Maral shares music that creates its own unique world

Maral’s richly psychedelic electronic music draws on influences near and far. Her session for KCRW’s Private Playlist moves from Nico to Iranian classical music and beyond.

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

Morning Becomes Eclectic's playlist, December 4, 2020

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

from Morning Becomes Eclectic

Genesis Owusu names his inner and outer demons by way of “The Other Black Dog.” A song that reverberates with punchy verses and dynamic energy.

Genesis Owusu: ‘The Other Black Dog’ (Clean)

Genesis Owusu names his inner and outer demons by way of “The Other Black Dog.” A song that reverberates with punchy verses and dynamic energy.

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David Lynch Theater Presents: Weather Report for December 4, 2020.

David Lynch Theater Presents: Weather Report for December 4, 2020

David Lynch Theater Presents: Weather Report for December 4, 2020.

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In the second part of a two-part interview, Thomas Frank explores how anti-populism made liberals comfortable with plutocracy.

How the Democratic Party Became a Vehicle of Aristocracy

In the second part of a two-part interview, Thomas Frank explores how anti-populism made liberals comfortable with plutocracy.

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

Travis Holcombe's playlist, December 3, 2020

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

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Art Basel is a lauded international art fair that usually happens this time of year in Miami.

Famed international fair Art Basel goes virtual during pandemic

Art Basel is a lauded international art fair that usually happens this time of year in Miami.

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“This man was an artist who was forever reinventing himself. He never rested on his laurels. … He moved from comedy movie stardom to serious roles.

New Showtime film looks at John Belushi, a groundbreaking comic adept at slapstick and songwriting

“This man was an artist who was forever reinventing himself. He never rested on his laurels. … He moved from comedy movie stardom to serious roles.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand