Gary and Shannon bring you the latest stories from Washington during Swamp Watch. Smiley faces are in, while animals are out. Explore the politics of Starbucks cup doodles. #Parenting

#WHATSHAPPENING. Nearly $4 million in stolen goods recovered in major LAPD cargo theft bust; 2 arrests made. Lizzo criticized for losing weight. #WHATCHAWATCHING

The White House is looking to replace Pete Hegseth as defense secretary. Pope latest. Scott Peterson murder case: LA Innocence Project files petition to overturn conviction. Food dyes phased out.

Mayor Karen Bass highlighted what she called the record pace of rebuilding fire-devastated Pacific Palisades. The entertainment industry is moving away from Hollywood. Jury deliberations underway in the retrial of Orange County judge accused of murdering his wife. Karen Read 2nd Trial Begins.

SwampWatch / Half of Americans have given up saving money. Pope latest revisit.

#Whatshappening / #TCT – Daughter of a Serial Killer

Pope Francis dies at 88 on Easter Monday. News Nation White House Correspondent, Libbey Dean joins the show to discuss with Gary and Shannon. Hegseth Said to Have Shared Attack Details in Second Signal Chat. Ozempic up 500%

Former LA Councilmember Kevin de León faces fine of up to $18,750 for ethics violations. Dozens of trees hacked down by vandals in downtown Los Angeles. Trader Joe’s plans 3 new California locations in 2025. Family buts up Target.

SwampWatch: Trump vs Powell / Hegseth Signal Chat. Elon could possibly be leaving the white house. Raymond Arroyo, host of Arroyo Grande Podcast joins the show to talk about the Pope’s passing. Worlds fittest 77 year old.

WhatsHappening / Mixtape Monday. Gary and Shannon react to Mayor Karen Bass’s State of the City speech, calling out her vague language and questioning how she’ll address LA’s billion-dollar budget deficit. They also discuss the ceremonial process following the Pope’s death, including how he’s officially declared deceased. And they also review the highlights from today’s Boston Marathon.