We bring you what you should know about the tax extension for L.A. County residents. L.A. County supervisors approved more funding to test soil near the Eaton Fire. The venues for the Olympics are almost finalized — with two exceptions. Plus, more.

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LA County's newest budget has everyone tightening their belts. The DMV is allowing dangerous drivers to stay on the road. Some sobering statistics that cast shadows on the state of Hollywood. Plus, more.

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A magnitude 5.2 earthquake rattled Southern California this morning. We look at the hot topics at play in Irvine's latest city council election this week. Most of the clothes people donated after the L.A. Fires won't be going to fire victims. Plus, more.

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A new tragedy for the Menendez family, and they're pointing fingers at LA's district attorney. The DMV is trying to make it a little easier for you to get a Real ID. And the animal kingdom returns to wildfire zones. Plus, more.

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Governor Gavin Newsom announces a plan to reopen PCH burn areas before the Summer. Tariffs on China increase the cost of goods in the Port of L.A.. The story of one family’s decision to leave or stay in Altadena. Plus more.

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L.A. County Board of Supervisors expedite permitting for rebuilding in Altadena. Tonight’s full moon will be the farthest away from earth this year. Keystone species begin repopulating burn areas months after L.A.'s firestorms. Plus more.

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The county's soil testing found heavy metals like lead in soil downwind of the Eaton Fire. The L.A. City Council is moving forward with a plan to raise trash fees. Why is there a local freeway with a 40-mile gap? We bring you the story of the 90 freeway. Plus, more.

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It's the most important hearing yet for the Menendez Brothers. A Los Angeles dream team is coming together to rebuild a key part of the Pacific Palisades. The best French fries in LA, according to our listeners. Plus, more.

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LAUSD confirms that federal agents were denied entry to two elementary schools this week — we bring you the details. LA is facing its first lawsuit over a voter-approved transportation safety initiative. The Academy's adding a new category. Plus, more.

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An Angelino is freed from a Russian prison. China punishes Hollywood for President Trump's trade war. Universities openly defy Trump's policies against DEI. Plus, more.

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