Senior staff writer for the Orange County Register
David Ferrell on KCRW
More from KCRW
Israel-Hamas war marks a turning point for Jews in America
NewsAtlantic writer Franklin Foer examines rising antisemitism from the political left, and why what he describes as a “Golden Age for American Jews” is over.
Can CA aquariums restore sea otter populations in the wild?
NewsThe Monterey Bay Aquarium has been fostering abandoned sea otter pups for release into the wild.
SCOTUS homelessness ruling could shift LA policy
HomelessnessA Ninth Circuit case has limited how LA responds to homelessness. If the Supreme Court tosses out that decision, the city could ban camping in more places.
LA eclipse chasers hit the road seeking a cosmic connection
EnvironmentAnticipating Monday’s total solar eclipse, Angelenos are flying and driving thousands of miles to get the best view – and, possibly, to be changed.
Women to take record number of seats in CA Legislature
PoliticsThis fall, women lawmakers are slated to make up the majority in the California Legislature — a historical first. They could lead on reproductive care and family leave.
New music from aging pop stars: Do audiences want it?
NewsAging pop stars Jennifer Lopez and Justin Timberlake are promoting new albums. Are audiences interested in new material, or just hoping they'll bring sexy back?
Trump takes no stakes-stance on abortion
PoliticsIs there anything about Trump’s abortion position for Joe Biden to capitalize on? Will Biden’s change of tune on Israel win him more supporters?
Will Santa Monica compensate Silas White’s descendants after taking his property?
NewsThe Santa Monica City Council recently voted to explore compensating the descendants of a Black man named Silas White for his plot of land on Ocean Ave.
Voter ID law sparks legal battle in OC
PoliticsCalifornia has filed a lawsuit against Huntington Beach over its recently passed voter ID law.