Greg Thielmann

The American saber-rattling against China has been increasing almost as fast as China’s own development in the past few years.

Hundreds gathered in immigrant-dense Santa Ana to protest the Trump administration’s deportation plans after a similar movement closed the 101 freeway in Downtown LA.

Should the U.S. worry about post-Assad Syria? What’s behind the support for the man who fatally shot UHC’s CEO? Plus, KCRW discusses how sports fandom crossed into politics.

Locals are frustrated as scenes of open drug use and misery play out day and night in a central LA park. Officials pledge outreach and cleanup.

Donald Trump points fingers at Volodymyr Zelensky about the war with Russia. Should the president take accountability for the DOJ? Plus, how valuable are political rallies?

Tariffs, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, electric cars: there is much to be said about the evolving relationship between China and the United States.

The right says it’s pushing back on cancel culture. Are they just redefining it? Plus, the president banishes pennies and paper straws.

Religious institutions have long been a refuge for immigrants. Now, they’re mobilizing in response to recent actions from the Trump administration.

What can we expect from President-elect Trump’s inauguration? Will he squander the goodwill of the moment? Plus, KCRW takes pre-inauguration audience questions.