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Oregon's Stand-Off, L.A.'s Garbage Hazard and the Star of 'Tangerine'

Jan. 04, 2016

An armed group took over some federal buildings in southeastern Oregon on Saturday. We start today with a look at the history of the long land rights fight behind this latest conflict.

Then, President Obama is expected to announce executive actions on gun control as early as tomorrow. What can he do?

Turning to local news, El Niño-related rainstorms started early this morning and are expected to continue through the week. We look at the potential hazards of roadside garbage in heavy rain.

Next, Madeleine speaks with Mya Taylor, one of the stars of the movie Tangerine.

And finally, in our weekly TV roundup, did 2015 give us TOO much to watch on the small screen?

From this Episode:

Oregon's Stand-Off in the Sagebrush Rebellion

An armed group took over some federal buildings in the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in southeastern Oregon on Saturday. Dressed in full fatigues, Blaine Cooper and Ammon...

9 min

Gun Control Funding and Executive Action

A bit of news that will probably NOT allay fears of federal government overreach is the president’s plan to use executive action to combat gun violence. He plans to announce...

7 min

Trash Poses a Threat in El Niño

El Niño is here. The first in what’s expected to be a series of rainstorms hit early this morning. The rest of the week is supposed to be even wetter. That could mean...

8 min

Mya Taylor of 'Tangerine'

Last year was the year that transgender people hit mainstream media in a big way: Caitlyn Jenner, Transparent and The Danish Girl. Then there was Tangerine. The low-budget...

15 min

TV Roundup

It’s our first day back after the New Year, which means it’s time for prognosticating, at least when it comes to TV. Last year was full of surprise hits like Empire, Mr....

8 min