President of the California Rail Foundation, a Sacramento-based nonprofit promoting public transportation services
Richard Tolmach on KCRW
More from KCRW
Lebanon ceasefire, YouTube’s ‘Mr. Beast,’ ‘Porcelain War’ film
NewsIsrael and Hezbollah agreed to a 60-day ceasefire after more than a year of costly fighting. Previous truces between the sides didn’t last. Will this one?
Voters feel less polarized post-Trump win, unlike divided Democratic Party
PoliticsNew polling shows Americans feel less divided post-election. Can Donald Trump “end all wars” this term? Plus, KCRW analyzes the future of the progressive agenda.
Under Trump, what could the war in Ukraine and mass deportations look like?
NewsUkraine fired the first U.S.-supplied long-range missiles at Russia, which has threatened a potential nuclear response. The dynamics of the war will likely change under Trump.
Election conspiracy theories, friendship among LA’s unhoused moms
NewsPresident-elect Trump has suggested bypassing the Senate’s constitutional role providing “Advice and Consent” — to quickly install his Cabinet secretaries.
UCLA enrolls record number of students of color, other colleges fall short
EducationThe diversity of UCLA’s student body is growing after the U.S. Supreme Court’s affirmative action ruling.
Teens’ ‘constant’ internet usage, Pedro Almodovar, holiday films
NewsDespite ongoing concern about teen internet use, young people are online as much as ever.
Trump cabinet picks, Thanksgiving takeout spots, film reviews
NewsPresident-elect Trump has nominated former Florida Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz to lead the Department of Justice, the most notable in a string of controversial Cabinet picks.
Anaheim failed to pass $50 limit on lobbying gifts to city officials
Orange CountyThe Anaheim City Council postponed their vote on a proposed ordinance to set a $50 limit for gifts to council members.
Boom of home kitchen businesses, death of ‘sell by’ dates
NewsSyrian rebels are advancing on Hama after capturing Aleppo, the country’s second-largest city. They’re challenging President Assad. Russia has joined the regime in counterstrikes.