Catherine Dávila

Irish rock band U2 held an impromptu performance on a rooftop in Downtown Los Angeles 38 years ago.

Were the April special elections a win for Democrats? How will Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs affect American consumers? Plus, KCRW discusses the feasibility of a third Trump term.

Free pancakes, sidewalk runway shows, and cheeky wall calendars — LA’s labor unions have a knack for seizing public attention.

The president reversed course on his tariff plan hours after it took effect. Can he bring back the nostalgic economic prosperity voters desire?

Among the victims of the Eaton Fire was one of Altadena‘s largest churches. Leaders at St. Mark’s Episcopal are taking on the enormous challenge of rebuilding.

Toxic material in burn scars remained even after cleanup, an investigation found. Do homeowners feel safe rebuilding?

Is the White House budget proposal an attempt to fight with Congress? Is America’s birth rate a policy problem? Plus, KCRW examines ChatGPT’s impact on campuses.

Trump’s tariffs could cause problems for Southern California’s logistics industry, from the ports to trucking and warehouses.

KCRW reacts to the mishandling of White House war plans. Donald Trump takes center stage in Canada’s snap election. Will any excuse for tariffs make sense?