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Why it’s no coincidence many CA teachers are going on strike
The California Teachers Association is behind a plan that utilizes strikes — or the threat of them — to gain leverage during contract negotiations.
Monterey Park takes some big steps toward a data center ban
Since December, residents and activists have urged Monterey Park's city council to reject a proposed hyperscale data center project.
Democrats want weaker candidates to exit Calif. governor race
Some California Democrats fear a crowded race risks splitting the vote and handing a top-two victory to the GOP.
Local Iranians divided after military strikes in Iran
Some say they support an intervention in the country, while others don't.
San Fernando record store gets ready to unplug
The Midnight Hour Records will close at the end of the year. Owners cite financial issues and lack of city support.
Press Play with Madeleine Brand
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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.
NewsLA has a trash problem. The meth crisis is a big part of it
Plus, the CIA has been secretly arming the Kurds, possibly encouraging them to mount a revolution in Iran, our weekend film reviews, and Evan Kleiman expresses her love for an ugly vegetable.
NewsWagner Moura on ‘The Secret Agent’s’ real-life inspiration
Plus, should low-polling Democratic candidates drop out of the California governor’s race? The state party chair says yes. And people are betting on real-world events, like the war in Iran.
NewsThe big winner in the war with Iran? Benjamin Netanyahu
Plus, the Supreme Court temporarily blocks a California law that protected trans kids from being outed by their teachers, the leader of an activist group sailing to Cuba with supplies, and the phenomenon of “stay-at-home sons.”
NewsAssessing the “known unknowns” of Trump’s war with Iran
Plus, who will lead Iran after the assassination of the supreme leader, if the airstrikes are legal, and a hip-hop legend on Salt-N-Pepa’s fight to own their master recordings.
Left, Right & Center
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Trump Goes to War While Congress Sits Back
President Trump launched the U.S. into war with Iran, but the reasons keep shifting. We look at the stakes for Iran, for the region, and for Trump’s presidency. Also, congressional Democrats failed in their effort to check the president’s war powers, and how the midterm elections are shaping up after this week’s first primaries in Texas and more.
By David Greene • • 50m Listen
Does Trump’s Economic Vision Match What Americans See?
President Trump’s State of the Union laid out a triumphant vision of America’s economy, but he missed an opportunity to tell Americans he feels their pain. Plus Trump’s path forward on tariffs, and outrage directed at California’s Governor Gavin Newsom and the U.S. men’s hockey team.By David Greene • • 50m Listen
Prince Andrew Arrested. Will The Epstein Files Take Down Others?
There’s swift fallout for some named in the Epstein Files, including the arrest of former Prince Andrew. We discuss whether the U.S. will see lasting political impact. Also, President Trump’s upcoming State Of The Union address and the fights over voting rights.
By Susan Davis • • 51m Listen
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