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NewsControversy over social media ‘clipping’ in L.A. mayor race
A new ethics complaint over influencers creating political posts complicates the LA mayor’s race. Plus: one influencer's experience with political ad offers.
NewsThe 'firefighting agency' whose claims don't hold up
Southern California Wildfire Response says it has engaged 246 fires in LA since 2021. Local officials say they aren’t authorized to do so.
NewsCopper theft is a problem. More copper is not the solution.
Streetlights are out across LA. Some of it is theft, but mostly, the lights are old. With repairs taking up to a year, the city is looking to solar.
NewsInterfaith leaders lead ‘pilgrimage’ from Adelanto
KCRW talks to a pastor who walked 96 miles from the Adelanto ICE Processing Center to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Downtown LA.
News StoriesLatinos with poor Spanish have no shame at 'No Sabo' club
On LA's northeast side a new club helps Latinos ease the stigma of growing up without learning Spanish.
Election 20262026 Voter Guide
In California’s Nov. 3 election, you’re voting on Congress, state leaders, 14 ballot propositions, and weighing in on races specific to your community.
NewsCan the Dodgers Threepeat?
The host of the "Dodger Blue Dream" podcast summarizes this historic season and explains what the Dodgers are up against as they try for a third World Series win.
NewsHe collected every library card in California.
After a difficult 2025, Edwin Zuniga decided to do something fun: take a road trip across California to amass a collection of library cards.
NewsWill a strong El Niño derail the Pacific Surfliner?
The rail line had to close this summer due to heavy waves and erosion.
NewsL.A.'s backyard coffeehouses are all the buzz
An L.A. County program that makes it easy to sell food and drink from your personal kitchen has micro-cafés bubbling up like foam on a cappuccino.
NewsWill news helicopters always be L.A.'s "eye-in-the-sky"?
Drones have great cameras, and they're cheaper than helicopters. But the technology has significant limitations.
NewsTwin brothers search for dad they never met in new podcast
In “Reaching Out,” the twins’ search for their father forces them to confront the distances in their existing relationships and the stories we tell ourselves.
NewsHuntington Beach MAGA City Council faces Democratic momentum
All the members of Huntington Beach's council are aligned with Trump. Now Democrats hope to reclaim the symbolic prize.
NewsL.A. reacts to new fire safety rules on plants next to homes
'Zone Zero' regulations are less draconian than first proposed, but still will require pruning. Not everyone thinks they'll prevent the spread of fire.
NewsHeated opposition to a Santa Ana skyscraper
Santa Ana residents are pushing back against a proposal for what could be Orange County’s tallest building.
NewsGet ready to vote for Insurance Commissioner
California voters will choose one of two Democrats with different approaches to the job. KQED's Marisa Lagos gives an overview.
NewsArtists using AI say their work is still 'art'
Artists in residence at LA's new AI museum Dataland grapple with how to use the tool while preserving the humanity in their art.
NewsLandfill disaster law could help suffering L.A. County town
A chemical reaction has burned underneath the Chiquita Canyon Landfill for years. Nearby Val Verde may get help, but damage has already been done.
NewsA film festival showcases Compton's creative energy
The Compton Hub City International Film Festival is celebrating its third year.
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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.
NewsLow morale, suicide attempts: USS Abraham Lincoln comes home
Plus, the Dodgers are now one step closer to a World Series threepeat, our weekend film reviews, including a four-hour Elon Musk documentary, and Evan Kleiman’s tips for a road trip to Julian.
NewsOct. 7 response looms over Netanyahu's reelection
Plus, how one LA school attacked the heat by planting trees, TV critic Eric Deggans has his fall recs, and a new exhibit at LACMA presents past visions of the perfect kitchen.
NewsDisney v. FCC, Skydance closes in big day for LA media giants
Plus, the botched execution of Christa Pike and why Americans are turning against the death penalty. And before Google, there was the LA Public Library, whose librarians would try to answer any question.
NewsThe Strokes were supposed to save rock ‘n’ roll. They didn’t
Plus, the Supreme Court is back in session and justices will decide if Boulder, Colorado can sue companies for climate disasters. And how surveillance culture makes it harder to hook up in your car.
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The Supreme Court Starts Its New Term Politicized And Unpopular
The Supreme Court started its new term, and the justices will tackle issues like the President’s immigration policy, they might get drawn into fights over voting access, and more. But how does the court regain the public’s trust when it’s been more politicized than ever?
By David Greene • • 1h 0m Listen
Trump Runs Midterm Ads About Himself Fighting America’s “Enemies”
Affordability is driving many midterm voters’ choices, but new Trump ads – paid for by the government – warn Americans that we’re in “final battle.” But with who, and is it propaganda for your vote?By David Greene • • 1h 0m Listen
Trump’s Media Ban Threatens The First Amendment
President Trump is at war with the press after he tried to ban three news outlets from the White House. When the president doesn’t like how he’s being covered, is he going too far to control the message?By David Greene • • 1h 0m Listen
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