Mar 13th, 2010 · In Los Angeles, a 16-year-old boy is facing murder charges for what started as a simple act of vandalism. He was spray painting a wall when he was confronted by Ronald Barron. Barron had committed plenty of crimes in his lifetime as a member of a violent gang. From member station KPCC, Alex Cohen has a profile of an ex-gang member who turned his life around only to become a victim of the violence he was trying to prevent.
Jun 7th, 2009 · Shortly after Sept. 11, 2001, Muslim organizations throughout California banded together to try to prove to the U.S. that not all Muslims were terrorists. A major part of that effort was working with the FBI. But in recent years that partnership has broken down — Muslim groups claim the FBI deceived them and now refuses to cooperate. From member station KPCC, Alex Cohen reports.
Mar 29th, 2009 · Puzzle master Will Shortz quizzes one of our listeners, and has a challenge for everyone at home. (This week's winner is Albert Tumpson from Beverly Hills, California. He listens to Weekend Edition on member station KPCC in Pasadena, California.)
Oct 22nd, 2008 · Rice farmers in California are benefiting from a shortage of rice in the world market. Because the price of other grains were rising, many major rice exporting countries decided to keep their surplus at home this year. That's doubled the price of rice used in most Asian and Mediterranean cuisines. Julie Small reports for member station KPCC.
Oct 14th, 2008 · Officials in California begin selling billions of dollars worth of bonds Tuesday. The state held off until now because of turmoil in credit markets. But officials say other states have managed to sell bonds, and they are gambling that the money is out there to cover at least part of the state's needs. Julie Small reports for member station KPCC.
Mar 11th, 2007 · The Catholic diocese of San Bernardino county in Southern California is watching with concern as bankruptcy proceedings are under way for the much larger and richer San Diego Catholic Diocese. From member station KPCC, Steven Cuevas reports.
Jan 22nd, 2007 · Millions of Californian consumers could soon know the real costs of their electricity with the debut of the Smart Meter. Environmentalists and economists believe this will make them more careful about how and when they use energy. Rachael Myrow of member station KPCC reports.
Jan 21st, 2007 · An uptick in gang violence in Los Angeles has Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and Police Chief Bill Bratton calling on the federal government for more crime-prevention resources. Of particular concern is an increase in racially motivated gang attacks. Frank Stoltze of member station KPCC reports.