Erin Aubry Kaplan

Erin Aubry Kaplan

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Longtime LA politician Mark Ridley-Thomas finds himself on the wrong side of a 19 count federal corruption trial arguing his behavior was “unethical,” not “illegal.”

‘Unethical’ or ‘illegal?’ Corruption trial for LA City Councilman begins

Longtime LA politician Mark Ridley-Thomas finds himself on the wrong side of a 19 count federal corruption trial arguing his behavior was “unethical,” not “illegal.”

from Greater LA

Since 1933, The Los Angeles Sentinel has been a voice for the city’s Black community, who felt ignored by mainstream outlets.

LA Sentinel turns 90. How’s the paper faring in today’s media landscape?

Since 1933, The Los Angeles Sentinel has been a voice for the city’s Black community, who felt ignored by mainstream outlets.

from Greater LA

The “South Los Angeles” neighborhood didn’t exist until the early 2000s when the city changed the name of the area to wash away the stigma linked to the LA Riots.

South LA or South Central? Name depends on who you ask

The “South Los Angeles” neighborhood didn’t exist until the early 2000s when the city changed the name of the area to wash away the stigma linked to the LA Riots.

from KCRW Features

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Mayor Karen Bass celebrates a $750 million Hollywood tax credit and claims the Trump administration’s lawsuit against her is part of an ‘all out assault’ on LA.

from KCRW Features

California prosecutors recently investigated the tourism bureau, Visit Anaheim, for misusing COVID pandemic funds.

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The U.S. Department of Education has announced that the collection of past-due student loans will resume on May 5. How will this affect your financial reality?

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Huntington Park Mayor Arturo Flores talks about the immigration raids in his city and decries the use of the National Guard and U.S. Marines amid protests.

from KCRW Features

On Wednesday, April 30th, NPR will mark the 100th day of the Trump Administration with a Special Report, hosted by Michel Martin.

from News Special Programming

What does “America First” mean when it comes to U.S. plans for Iran? The business community puts pressure on immigration policy.

from Left, Right & Center

Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s whirlwind bromance comes to an end. Plus, why are Israel and the UN at odds over a new humanitarian aid group in Gaza?

from Left, Right & Center

The shift in housing value is marking up prices for some communities, while others show only modest gains, according to a study from Crosstown LA.

from KCRW Features

In his first speech from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Leo XIV – a 69-year-old Chicago native – shared a message of peace. He is the first American pope.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand