Why Are Firefighters Refusing the Vaccine?; How Little Tokyo Businesses Are Surviving Pandemic

Today: Even though firefighters in California were some of the first to be offered the COVID-19 vaccine, many have refused to take it. KPCC Science Reporter Jacob Margolis explores how big of an issue vaccine hesitancy is for firefighters. Then, we look at some of Little Tokyo’s long-standing rest…

On Campus With LAUSD Teachers and Kids; Amazon Hits New Streaming Milestone

Today, a look at how LAUSD teachers and kids are faring as schools begin to reopen. Plus, Amazon hits a new streaming milestone.

Vaccines Open Up for Everyone Age 16 and Older; LAPD Protest Response; Girl & Dug’s Rare Produce

Today, what people should know about vaccine eligibility expanding tomorrow. Plus, reports review LAPD’s summer protest response, and rare, high-end produce.

Pandemic Claims Popular Theater Chain; Update on Nursing Home Investigation

Today, why a popular movie theater chain is closing and how some are trying to save it. Plus, we learn why ReNew Health Group’s Nursing Homes are operating with denied licenses.

How to Talk to Kids About Going Back to School; Spotlight on Troubled Chain of Nursing Homes

Today, preparing little ones to go back to school as LAUSD begins to reopen tomorrow. Plus, a new investigation looks at a nursing home chain's failures to serve residents.

Parents Sue LAUSD for Reopening Too Cautiously; How Race Shapes Our Lives; Desert Day Trips

Today, a group of parents wants LAUSD to bring more students back, sooner. Plus, anti-Asian hate’s impact on an artist’s life, plus six Anza Borrego excursions.

Why Next Six Weeks Are Critical in L.A.’s Fight Against COVID; L.A. City Considers More Mental Health Units, Less Police

Today: Why the next six weeks will be critical for L.A.'s fight against COVID. Plus, L.A. City Council to explore expansion of LAPD’s mental health crisis teams.

Orange Tier: What it Means for L.A. Bars and Restaurants; How Leimert Park Businesses Have Weathered the Pandemic

Today, Los Angeles is officially in the orange COVID-19 reopening tier. Plus, checking in with small businesses in Leimert Park after a year-long pandemic.

Deputy Shoots Deaf Man With Autism; Harvey Weinstein Appeals His Verdict

Today, the family of a deaf man with autism shot and wounded by a deputy to sue county. Plus, Harvey Weinstein appeals his verdict.

Schools Reopening: What You Need to Know; Actors of Color Represented at SAG Awards

Today, teachers and administrators prepare for students to return to class. Plus, streaming services and actors of color win big at SAG Awards.