Monks & Merrill

More Monks and Merrill Hour 2 (06/13) - Metro Police Chief Bill Scott joins the show to talk about the Metro police program and applicants. Attorney Tim Scott joins the show to discuss his client's claims that a San Bernardino County deputy entered a homeowner's yard without a warrant and fatally shot the family's dog, raising questions about law enforcement procedures, property rights, and accountability. Monks and Merrill are talking to Ramiel Petros about his latest documentary The Last Guest of the Holloway Motel.

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Hour 1 - The homelessness debate in Los Angeles reaches a boiling point. NewsNation reporter Rich McHugh joins the show to discuss the Trump administration's move to block federal homelessness funding in Los Angeles. Plus, the DEA announces new arrests and major drug seizures at MacArthur Park, questions grow over California's homelessness spending priorities, and a report reveals more than 250 taxpayer-funded LA apartments remain vacant under a key homelessness initiative championed by Mayor Bass.

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Hour 2 - The financial empire behind SpaceX and what an eventual IPO could mean for investors and employees. Guest Miriam Gottfried of The Wall Street Journal joins the program to discuss how SpaceX workers are getting a crash course in managing newfound wealth. Plus, one year after cellphone bans hit classrooms, educators report calmer schools and stronger student engagement, while more than 1,000 Los Angeles school employees face layoffs as districts grapple with shrinking budgets and difficult decisions.

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Hour 3 -The L.A. County District Attorney says as many as four out of five claims tied to a $4 billion sex abuse settlement could be fraudulent, raising serious questions about accountability and taxpayer dollars. Meanwhile, county health officials are warning of potential cuts to medical services as they seek emergency funding from the state. Plus, why aren't hotels filling up despite the World Cup's arrival, and what does that mean for Los Angeles businesses? And in a surprising political crossover, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Governor Gavin Newsom are set to share a VIP box at a U.S. World Cup match.

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Hour 1 - The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially arrived, but the road to the games comes with plenty of twists. Michael Monks and Chris Merrill break down FIFA's ban on vuvuzelas, the cheapest ways to get to SoFi Stadium without paying hundreds for parking, and why the FIFA Fan Festival may be the best bargain in town. Plus, scorching summer temperatures could turn the tournament into a test of endurance for players and fans alike, while LA28 unveils new details on its next Olympic ticket sales phase.

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Hour 2 - FBI executed a search warrant at the site of the Garden Grove chemical meltdown scare, as frustrated neighbors demand answers. The hosts also examine a new Orange County Grand Jury report questioning why county supervisors control millions in discretionary funds. Plus, the search for a missing girl ends after an intense 24-hour effort amid dangerous surf conditions. Later, attorney Tim Scott joins the show to discuss his client's claims that a San Bernardino County deputy entered a homeowner's yard without a warrant and fatally shot the family's dog, raising questions about law enforcement procedures, property rights, and accountability.

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Hour 3 - FBI Raids Chemical Scare Site, Questions Over County Spending & A Deputy's Fatal Dog Shooting Controversy surrounding potentially offensive statements appearing in California voter guides and what it could mean for future elections. The hosts also break down the passage of Measure ER, which will raise Los Angeles County sales taxes to help fund public health care services. Then, a heated battle erupts at Los Angeles City Hall over a proposed rodeo ban, pitting animal welfare advocates against cultural tradition. Plus, the DEA announces another wave of arrests and illegal drug seizures at MacArthur Park as federal authorities intensify their crackdown on crime and narcotics activity in the area.

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Hour 1 - A pivotal day in California’s wildfire crisis: jury selection begins for the man accused of sparking the Palisades Fire, new evidence points to an idle Edison power line as the cause of the Eaton Fire, and Mayor Karen Bass’ brother sues the city after losing his home. Plus, U.S. Forest Service meteorologist Kristen Stewart joins Monks and Merrill to break down summer wildfire risks, dangerous weather conditions ahead, the rise of “wildfire deductibles” for homeowners, and how looming funding cuts could impact California’s fire prevention efforts.

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Hour 2 - From viral chaos to a housing revolution, Monks and Merrill tackle two stories reshaping California communities. Orange County deputies respond after teens on e-bikes allegedly wreak havoc inside a Walmart, fueling concerns over a growing trend some are calling California’s "new Hells Angels." Then, housing expert Jesse Zwick joins the show to break down Measure ULA’s transfer tax and a new state law aimed at cutting through NIMBY opposition that could pave the way for up to a million new apartments and condos across California.

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Hour 3 - The U.S. opener still has thousands of unsold tickets despite a massive SoCal welcome for the U.S. Men's National Team. Plus, restaurants are adding World Cup service charges over tipping concerns, stadium workers near Los Angeles reach a tentative deal to avoid a strike, and LA28 unveils details on its next Olympic ticket sales phase. The Monks and Merrill Show breaks down what it all means for the region's biggest sports events.

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