Republican tax cuts, LA mayor v. former fire chief fight

Republicans insist they will not cut Medicaid, the health program for poor and disabled Americans. But the budget they drew up depends on it.

LA Mayor Karen Bass fired Kristin Crowley as LAFD chief two weeks ago, and City Council denied Crowley’s appeal to be reinstated on Tuesday. But questions remain over who and what’s to blame for the Palisades Fire response.

Corporations are backpedaling on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Is the era of the ethical multinational in the past? 

This month, Regarding Her, the organization born out of the pandemic to support women entrepreneurs in hospitality, is hosting events to help people affected by the fires.  

Host Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.