Los Angeles shoppers are gearing up to outspend the national average this holiday season — but what does that mean for the local economy? Michael speaks with Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez about the new security grants aimed at helping micro-businesses fight rising crime, the impact of copper wire theft on business corridors, and the latest debate over rent caps and how it could reshape LA housing development.

Then, Summer Taylor from Deloitte joins the show to break down LA’s holiday shopping forecast, revealing why Angelenos are still spending big despite economic concerns .

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