In Depth

Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur talks with Hal about the newly-formed Select Committee on Retail Theft. Then, hear from Sergeant Ron Salary of the Torrance PD and Lieutenant Mike McComas of the LAPD about the law enforcement role in battling retail theft. Also, retail entrepreneur Rick Caruso joins Hal to talk about the retail perspective on these thefts. 

In segment one, Speaker Emeritus Anthony Rendon and artist Rey Sepúlveda join Hal to talk about the creation of the SELA Cultural Center. Then, learn about the renovation of the Warner Grand theater as well as Wilmington's Banning Museum.

In segment one, Sam Chapman, Perla Mendoza and Matt Capelouto join Hal to talk about the parents’ suit against Snapchat over the deaths of their children from fentanyl poisoning. Then, hear from DEA LA Head Bill Bodner on the fight against fentanyl. Finally, Dr. Michele Nealon of the Chicago School of Professional Psychology about the recent change by Meta.

From minimum wage changes to new concealed carry restrictions, California has a host of new laws in effect. Hal speaks with attorney Ugo Lord about the Golden State's new laws for the new year.

It's a Southern California tradition… Pasadena's Tournament of Roses Parade, an event that defines New Year's Day.

In segment one, LACDMH Director Lisa Wong and the Honorable Samantha P. Jessner of the California Superior Court join Hal to talk about LA County's CARE Court. Then, Public Defender Ricardo D. Garcia discusses how the Public Defender's office will be assisting people who are referred to the system. Also, Diego Cartagena, Bet Tzedek CEO joins Hal to talk about the 50 years of free legal assistance the organization has provided to vulnerable Angelenos. 

Hal speaks with Steve Kammerer Jr., who received a heart transplant about two years ago. Hear from Dr. Irene Kim about the Cedars-Sinai Comprehensive Transplant Program. Then, E’Tiffany Jones joins Hal to talk about the nonprofit tasked with the challenging but important role of sourcing organs for transplantation.

In segment one, Phil Washington explains what the EIP pledge is all about. Then, hear from Juan Garcia and Bethany White about how the LA Regional Contractor Development and Bonding program has helped their businesses compete with bigger businesses. Finally, Kelly LoBianco tells Hal about the county’s plan to get people to shop at and support local businesses.

In segment one, In Depth looks back at the good news over the past year.  Then, Marla Tellez is joined by Nick Kush, the co-founder of Legacy Expeditions. Also, take a look back at Debbie Pearl with Dream Fetchers.