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Today on AirTalk, we dig into a new report from College Futures Foundation that examined how long it took California college students to receive a return on their academic investment. Also on the show, we explore the phenomena of children who claim to recall their past lives; our FilmWeek critics review the latest releases; Larry interviews the author of a new book that uncovers the creative and comedic spirit behind the iconic film ‘The Blues Brothers;’ and more.
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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Claudia Puig and Andy Klein review the latest releases on FilmWeek.
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As more people ditch gas-powered vehicles for fuel efficient or electric cars, the drain on gas tax revenue has worsened.
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The monorail vs. subway question has already sparked a spirited public debate — and Metro is continuing with another comment period starting this weekend.
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Gavin Newsom proposes a mix of spending cuts and using reserves to balance the state budget. He says that core services will be largely untouched, but some existing programs would be affected.
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A Los Angeles Superior Court judge approved the conservatorship Thursday, noting that Brian Wilson suffers from "a major cognitive disorder." Wilson has agreed to the conservatorship.
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The state’s average price at the pump is up 55 cents from a year ago as the more expensive summer blend kicks in, with a gas tax hike starting July 1. Legislators want to know what a new watchdog is doing to help consumers.
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For Tacos 5 y 10 co-owner Daniel Martinez, serving food and community is about more than just money — it connects him back home.
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Merrick Morton’s exhibit “UN-REHEARSED” depicting cholo culture is on display in Chinatown.
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Mother’s Day brunches, the L.A. County Fair continues, Cruel World hits Pasadena, and the Venice Art Walk kicks off.
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We’re two years into a state law that requires us to keep food waste out of the trash. It’s anything but straightforward, but here is how to do it right.
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Documents obtained by LAist reveal FBI scrutiny of the testing operation, which was managed by former Anaheim Chamber of Commerce president Todd Ament.
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Education
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Faculty have been frustrated with how university administrators have handled campus issues that stem from the Israel-Hamas War.
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A new state report signals that the rates far exceed those at public universities.
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The Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education is getting a new website and wants the public’s help to shape it.
LA History
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We talk to historian Elsa Devienne about how beaches developed and her new book Sand Rush: The Revival of the Beach in Twentieth-Century Los Angeles.
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Erskine had two career no-hitters and won a World Series with the Dodgers in 1955. But many remember his friendship with Jackie Robinson at a time when segregation was legal.
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Los Angeles has the most diversity in street light design of any American city.
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From the Aero to Brain Dead Studios, there’s a good mix of classic and art house films every weekend
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Cinespia’s outdoor movie season at Hollywood Forever Cemetery kicks off May 26.
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The obsession with the badge of a top-rated school in an effort to secure a great future does not jibe with the backgrounds of Hollywood’s leaders.
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Hollywood has been fixated on the potential — and the potential disruption — AI could cause, especially as it continues to evolve.
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A newly released report says there's little evidence that residents were exposed to asbestos and lead in the wake of last year's Tustin hangar fire.
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O.C. officials announced the latest homeless count found that 7,322 people are experiencing homelessness.
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The reported drop in Long Beach’s unhoused population is very small, just 2.1% lower than a year ago. But the city is crediting a variety of efforts, including a new year-round shelter and a mobile access center.
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The nursing home chain was the subject of a 2021 investigation by LAist that found the company had a troubled history of patient care and operated facilities even after the state denied the owner licenses.
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Mizuhara allegedly stole more than $16 million from the Dodger star. He now faces up to 33 years in prison.
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Officials say speeding is the main safety issue on PCH, which resulted in the deaths of the four Pepperdine students in October.
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Earth, Mars and Venus all looked pretty similar when they first formed. Today, Mars is dry, cold, and dusty; Venus has a hot, crushing atmosphere. Why did these sibling planets turn out so different?
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The Fox network suffered a bit from not having two NFL playoff games it had a year earlier, resulting in lower advertising revenue.
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