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The LAFD is under fire after reports surfaced that they hired a celebrity crisis PR firm to manage their recent wildfire narrative. Gary and Shannon question why taxpayer dollars are being used for a Hollywood-style cover-up. Meanwhile, copper wire thieves have stripped the Wilshire Corridor, leaving the Miracle Mile in total darkness. LAFD’s PR Scandal: Why hire Reese Witherspoon’s PR team to edit official fire reports? Copper Thieves: The infrastructure crisis leaving iconic LA streets pitch black. Michele Tafoya: The former sideline reporter launches a GOP Senate run in Minnesota. The McDaniel Manifesto: Making the case for Mike McDaniel to take over the Chargers offense. Beckham Drama: Gary weighs in on Brooklyn Beckham’s latest social media standoff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The union representing LAFD is collecting signatures for a ballot measure for a 50 cent sales tax to fund their department. Would you vote for a sales tax increase to properly fund the LAFD?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And The State Legislative Analyst's office doesn't buy Gavin's budgetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LAFD's fire chief weighs on balancing accountability for the LA fires with moving forward from them. L.A.'s city council wants clarity on the federal government's role in the 2028 Olympics. Lady Gaga's playing a surprise concert in LA tomorrow night. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Traffic grinds to a halt in El Monte after a suspicious device is discovered, setting off a major law enforcement response. Meanwhile, coyotes are turning up everywhere across L.A. — from Dodger Stadium to inside apartment buildings — raising concerns about just how bold they’ve become. The conversation shifts to Hollywood, where new streetlights come with a shocking price tag of nearly a million dollars. Plus, controversy brews after a Starbucks employee draws a pig on a police officer’s cup, and alarming reports reveal more than 100 LAFD fire trucks, engines, and ambulances are out of service and in need of repair. The show wraps with crime in the San Fernando Valley, where two suspects are arrested in a robbery spree targeting multiple 7-Eleven stores. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on AirTalk: Interview with LAFD Chief (0:15) Analysis from LAist reporters (12:22) Best and worst TV finales (23:03) States' responses to ICE (51:19) Misconceptions about the pelvic floor (1:08:25) How conservative Christian views on sex have changed (1:26:15) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency

Based on everything that we know now, if you were on the jury for the Lochman fire arsonist, could you convict him of the Palisades fire?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Monks previews a special KFI Fire Coverage: One Year Later, as the Lachman Fire is formally acknowledged alongside the Palisades disaster. L.A. Fire Chief Jaime Moore joins with an overview of the changes and improvements made over the past year, while also addressing the ongoing budget pressures facing both LAFD and LAPD — including the growing financial toll of lawsuits on city resources. The conversation shifts to the human cost of these fires, with a sobering look at the lives lost, neighborhoods erased, and the difficult path forward for impacted communities. Conway opens the phone lines to hear directly from residents still dealing with the fallout. Calls focus on insurance struggles, rebuilding challenges, and confusion surrounding the California FAIR Plan — the state’s insurer of last resort for homeowners who can’t find coverage in the traditional market. More listeners weigh in with questions, concerns, and firsthand stories that underline how far there still is to go in recovery, even one year later. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One year after the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires, we take a hard look at what’s changed — and what hasn’t. The crew digs into LAFD budget shortfalls, chronic staffing issues, and the uncomfortable question of how to make sure a disaster like this never happens again. The conversation turns personal with David Howard, an iHeart sales manager who lost his home in the Palisades fires. He shares his experience navigating insurance, rebuilding, and why residents are rallying for accountability as new changes to the After-Action Report raise serious questions about responsibility and transparency from city and county leadership. We continue the discussion on the slow, frustrating pace of rebuilding across fire-impacted neighborhoods — from permits and inspections to bureaucratic delays that many feel are holding community's hostage. Plus, Heather Brooker reports live from Altadena, where she speaks directly with residents about how life has changed since the fires, the emotional toll one year later, and a community gathering aimed at bringing people together and moving forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Jim and Greg for the Wednesday 3 Martini Lunch as they recoil at Democrats' attempts to cover up corruption and failure but are glad to see it exposed. They also weigh on President Trump urging Republicans to be "flexible" when it comes to taxpayer-funded abortions.First, they welcome a day of congressional hearings that expose the full scope of the massive Minnesota welfare fraud scandal and the extraordinary lengths state officials allegedly went to hide it. Jim and Greg highlight testimony detailing how whistleblowers inside state government were pressured and intimidated in an effort to prevent the truth from emerging.Next, they reject President Trump's call for congressional Republicans to have flexibility on the Hyde Amendment as part of extending the Covid-era Obamacare subsidies. The Hyde Amendment forbids taxpayer dollars to be used to pay for abortions. Jim says flexibility is not even a practical option on this issue and Greg wants to know why Trump is asking the GOP to surrender any ground on this issue when its already making a huge concession.Finally, they fume as the author of the report on the Pacific Palisades fire refuses to endorse it after politicians and fire officials made "substantial modifications" and "significant deletions of information" to make the LAFD look better in its response to the fires. Please visit our great sponsors:Visit https://CoastPay.com/3ML to get free gas for a whole day. Terms apply.Try QUO for free, PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you visit https://Quo.com/3ML Stop putting off doctors' appointments—go to https://Zocdoc.com/3ML to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today!New episodes every weekday. 

(January 07, 2025) Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. Gov. Newsom declared day of remembrance for Los Angeles fires. LAFD chief admits Palisades fire report was watered down, says it won’t happen again. US military is ‘always an option’ for Trump to acquire Greenland, White House official says. Shooter who killed Brown students and MIT professor planned attack for years, DOJ says.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LAFD's new chief is criticizing his department's Palisades Fire report. L.A. County supervisors vote to back up legal challenges against federal restrictions on trans youth health care. An anti-smoking billboard is the spot of an ironic New Year's celebration every year, but what do its sponsors think? Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comThis LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autosVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

(January 01, 2026) Heather Brooker joins Neil Saavedra for Handel on the News while Bill is out. Los Angeles rain: New Year storm brings risk of major flooding. Around 40 killed, 100 injured in explosion in Swiss ski resort bar, police say. President Trump says he will be removing the National Guard from Los Angeles, Chicago, and Portland. LAFD leaders tried to cover up Palisades fire mistakes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A proposed sales tax could help fund LA's fire department. We break down a plastic bag ban taking effect in the new year. There's rain in the forecast for this year's Rose Parade, so find out why officials have banned umbrellas. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comThis LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autosVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

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We are in the exposure and investigative phase, Next is the cleanup, then justice. To bring down the entire corrupt system, it must be done right, it must carry weight, we must follow the rule of law, good thinks sometimes take time. Economy (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Half of Germany's Manufacturing Sectors Anticipate Significant Layoffs and Job Losses in 2026   Germany is the epicenter of the European Union's overall goal to chase the green energy agenda. For the past several years Germany has been deconstructing their fossil fuel energy production and replacing it with far more expensive alternatives.  This has led to large increases in overall energy prices, and downstream increases in manufacturing costs. The consequences have been snowballing throughout 2025, while cheap competitive alternatives coming into the EU from China have compounded their problem.  Recently a survey of major industries was conducted in Germany to determine the forecast for 2026, the results are not good. Approximately half of the industrial sectors in Germany are anticipating job losses, cuts or layoffs this year. 22 out of 46 business associations are preparing to downsize their labor force.  Only 9 of the 46 are expected to increase hiring.   Job losses are expected in auto manufacturing, the textile sector, wood and paper fabrication.  Job gains are expected in aerospace, shipbuilding and defense production – i.e. the war machinery. When the largest and most developed industrial economy in Europe is pinning its economic survival on war machinery, a particular momentum is created.  It is never a good outcome for Europe when Germany becomes reliant on war to maintain employment. Source: theconservativetreehouse.com https://twitter.com/stats_feed/status/2005654716462538992?s=20 2009 – $12T 2010 – $13.6T 2011 – $14.8T 2012 – $16.1T 2013 – $16.7T 2014 – $17.8T 2015 – $18.2T 2016 – $19.6T 2017 – $20.2T 2018 – $21.5T 2019 – $22.7T 2020 – $27T 2021 – $28.4T 2022 – $30.9T 2023 – $33.2T 2024 – $35.3T 2025 – $38.5T https://twitter.com/StephenM/status/2005494075793735925?s=20  self-loathing, self-denigration and the redistribution of our national resources to the states and peoples of the undeveloped world. https://twitter.com/profstonge/status/2005633652852437451?s=20 Political/Rights Trump-Kennedy Center Hits Jazz Star with $1M Lawsuit For Backing Out Of Christmas Eve Show Redd, a drummer and vibraphone player who has performed with legends including Dizzy Gillespie and Ray Brown, had hosted the Christmas Eve Jazz Jam at the Kennedy Center since 2006. He took over the tradition from bassist William “Keter” Betts and maintained it for nearly two decades. This year marked an abrupt departure from that longstanding commitment. “When I saw the name change on the Kennedy Center website and then hours later on the building, I chose to cancel our concert,” Redd told The Associated Press. The Trump-Kennedy Center is pursuing a $1 million lawsuit against jazz musician Chuck Redd after he withdrew from his annual Christmas Eve concert at the last minute, citing the recent addition of President Trump’s name to the venue.  Source: zerohedge.com https://twitter.com/libsoftiktok/status/2005398115030024201?s=20 DOGE Geopolitical Trump Administration Slashes UN “Humanitarian” Funding Pledge  The United States announced a $2 billion pledge for United Nations humanitarian aid programs on Monday, marking a sharp reduction from previous years as the Trump administration pushes for major reforms in global aid spending. This pledge represents a fraction of historical U.S. contributions, which have reached up to $17 billion in recent years, with voluntary funding often in the $8-10 billion range. Administration officials describe the amount as sufficient to keep America as the world's top humanitarian donor while demanding greater efficiency from UN agencies. The funding will flow through an umbrella mechanism controlled by the UN's Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), allowing targeted distribution to specific crises and countries. Initial priorities include 17 nations such as Bangladesh, Congo, Haiti, Syria, and Ukraine. Notably absent from the list are Afghanistan and the Palestinian territories, with officials stating Gaza aid will tie into ongoing peace efforts. Source: discernreport.com  War/Peace Did US Land Strikes On Venezuela Begin Last Week & No One Knew It? President Trump on Friday in a radio interview disclosed something which missed the attention of the US and global media. He let slip that a large land site had been knocked out by a strike from US forces in the Caribbean – however without specifying which country was hit (whether Venezuela or perhaps Colombia). o  According to the full remarks in context, the president said: “But every time I knock out a boat, we save 25,000 American lives. It’s very simple. And what’s happening is they’re having a hard time employment-wise, they can’t get anybody. And we just talked out, I don’t know if you read or you saw, they [Venezuela] have a big plant or a big facility where the ships come from. Two nights ago, we knocked that out. So we hit them very hard. But drugs are down over 97 percent. Can you believe it?” Some unnamed American officials suggested to the New York Times that the Commander-in-Chief was referring to a drug facility in Venezuela: Trump did not name the location of the facility, though American officials told the New York Times that the president was referring to a drug facility in Venezuela that was eliminated. The president's comment is the only report of such an attack. No other Latin American government, including Venezuela, has disclosed a strike of this sort. : Source: zerohedge.com  Zelensky Wants 50-Year(!) Security Guarantee From Trump A major point of disagreement remains security guarantees. Ukraine has been pushing maximalist demands for something akin to NATO Article 5 protections. It would be like getting all the benefits of being in NATO but without being a formal member of the Western military alliance. The Ukrainian side has revealed that President Trump had offered security guarantees for 15 years following a peaceful settlement, but Zelensky considered this much too short to protect from future potential Russian aggression. But in classic Zelensky fashion, he wants way more than this. Also, maximalist demands are something that European leaders have backed him on all along – and they may have even put him up to. According to The Wall Street Journal: Kyiv had asked for security guarantees to last up to 50 years after the end of the conflict during weekend discussions. In the documents currently being discussed, the U.S. offered a 15-year guarantee with the possibility of extension, Zelensky said in audio messages to journalists on Monday.   Source: zerohedge.com  Russia accuses Ukraine of military attack on Putin’s residence: ‘state terrorism’   Russia is promising retaliation against Ukraine for an alleged military attack on President Vladimir Putin’s residence in the northern Russia area of Novgorod, which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky deemed a lie intended to undermine peace talks, Reuters reports. . Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Monday that Russian air defenses destroyed all 91 long-range drones targeting Putin’s residence and that no one was injured and no damage reported. “Such reckless actions,” which Lavrov deemed “state terrorism,” will be answered with retaliatory strikes on targets in Ukraine, he said. Ukrainian President Zelensky says it’s a false claim intended to undermine peace talks  . Source: justthenews.com https://twitter.com/AutistDivision/status/2005463473006801341?s=20  geo-political territories forever. And lets be honest, they couldn’t get them back under any circumstances again. Medical/False Flags [DS] Agenda https://twitter.com/amuse/status/2005334470799565113?s=20   LAFD Battalion Chief Kenneth Cook rejected the final Palisades fire report after LAFD leadership removed critical findings tied to preparation failures before Jan. 7. Drafts obtained through public records show staffing violations, delayed assignments & ignored wind warnings were scrubbed from the final version. The report meant to save lives became a political shield. As a side note, New York City is setting themselves up for the same problem... https://twitter.com/amuse/status/2005608785990262859?s=20 https://twitter.com/EricLDaugh/status/2005622039999062219?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2005622039999062219%7Ctwgr%5E11dcdb289244b9644ea68d25359a18f753233f5d%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2025%2F12%2Fsomali-fraud-scandal-expands-as-lawyer-exposes-damning%2F   pushing for that in every single state!” “The state will, as long as the doctor has approved it, continue to pay you. It could be for 10 hours, 12 hours, up to 24 when it’s critical care.” “So you could sit at home without caring for an elderly parent who really doesn’t need it, make about $75,000 to $90,000 a year. Now you add two parents, that’s $180,000. Now you add your in-laws $250,000.” “You continue to add this and you wonder what are the services being provided? So a lot of providers came and said fraud is occurring because we said we weren’t going to rubber stamp this paperwork.” “So they went to other providers, their home health care networks saying we’ll make it worth your while. Well, sounds like a kickback to me.” “So we really need to investigate the Medicaid system and how much it’s increased since the Somalian population came and who really needs critical care because that’s meant for our disabled, our elderly and people who really need it, not to just live off our system.” “And that’s what’s happening in Ohio. I think it’s ridiculous. I think it’s despicable, but authorities are now looking at it from the Attorney General’s office to the U.S. Attorney’s office.” “I flagged them all because this is Ohio tax dollars and we have to take it seriously. I’m tired of people telling me, well, this is the way it’s always been. It’s subjective and we can’t really check. No, you can.” https://twitter.com/ArthurMacwaters/status/2005324862756127166?s=20   this not instant jail?! Like this is electoral fraud on top of Medicare fraud How is this not front page of every newspaper?! https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/2005535693918138533?s=20 https://twitter.com/amuse/status/2005657030111932568?s=20   was unanimously convicted by a jury only to have Judge Sarah West vacate the verdict. In two separate cases to other judges dismissed the cases against his wife and his brother. $7.2 million is gone and no one is being held accountable. This story is being repeated across Minnesota to the tune of more than $8 billion so far. Somali criminals in Minnesota have stolen more than Somalia’s GDP from American taxpayers. Why won’t Democrat judges hold them accountable? https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/2005496793279439182?s=20 https://twitter.com/JoeLang51440671/status/2005476678261461399?s=20   broke to being worth up to $30 million in just a year — as a massive, up to $9 billion fraud scheme involving the Somali community in her district unfolded right under her nose in Minnesota.” $9 billion in fraud happened in her district? Can I ask the question? How many Somali daycares did Ilhan Omar own? “Close to 90 people have been charged so far, including at least three with direct ties to the lefty Squad member, though she has not been charged.” https://nypost.com/2025/12/27/us-news/ilhan-omars-hubbys-30m-firm-quietly-scrubs-names-from-website-as-squad-member-faces-mounting-questions-on-sudden-wealth-amid-minnesota-welfare-fraud/ That's going to change. Have we looked into the wealth of the brother she married? I wonder if he owns some Somali daycares in Minnesota? Tick Tock!! https://twitter.com/libsoftiktok/status/2005657804301013272?s=20  , the Google business listing for this center showed the phone number 651-201-3400, which is the official public contact line for the Office of Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan    https://twitter.com/JoeLang51440671/status/2005329284785647715?s=20   significant investments in pre-K for four-year-olds as well as other early learning programs serving children and families birth-to-school entry. This year he focused on the country's youngest children and their families' need for high-quality child care.” The Obama administration was a gigantic money laundering operation. “The President explained the need in last Tuesday's address stating, “In today's economy, when having both parents in the workforce is an economic necessity for many families, we need affordable, high quality childcare more than ever.” “But the child care tax credit isn't all the President proposed.” “He would also significantly expand the Child Care and Development Fund(CCDF), a child care subsidy for low- and moderate-income families authorized under the Child Care Block Development Grant (CCDBG) Act. (CCDBG was reauthorized last year after 18 years.) By 2025, the proposed expansion would increase the reach of CCDF to an additional one million children, under four-years-old.” Taxpayers subsidies and grants for “childcare.” “The last part of the President's proposal, in typical Obama Administration-style, is a competitive grant that would promote innovation in the child care system. The proposed grants– totaling $100 million– would allow states to create pilot programs to determine the best ways to provide child care to vulnerable populations, including children with disabilities, parents who work non-traditional hours, and families who have difficulty finding high-quality child care.” https://newamerica.org/education-policy/edcentral/presidents-child-care-plan/ Taxpayers “grants” totaling $100 million (for starters) to be given to “vulnerable populations.” Can you say “Somali?” Taxpayers funding of “childcare,” was a “necessity” for the funding of the democrat party. The Somali community was always a hub of this “childcare” theft of taxpayers money. It was set up this way on purpose. A Somali community, governed by Somali's and protected by the democrat party. The Somali's were being brought into this country starting with the George W. Bush's presidency. But Obama began accelerating the number of refugees from Somalia along with other Muslim countries. Here's just the last year under Obama. “A total of 38,901 Muslim refugees entered the U.S. in fiscal year 2016, making up almost half (46%) of the nearly 85,000 refugees who entered the country in that period, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of data from the State Department's Refugee Processing Center. That means the U.S. has admitted the highest number of Muslim refugees of any year since data on self-reported religious affiliations first became publicly available in 2002.” “Just two countries – Syria (12,486) and Somalia (9,012) – were the source of more than half of fiscal 2016's Muslim refugees. The rest are from Iraq (7,853), Burma (Myanmar) (3,145), Afghanistan (2,664) and other countries (3,741).” https://pewresearch.org/short-reads/2016/10/05/u-s-admits-record-number-of-muslim-refugees-in-2016/ Obama was an installed puppet of Prince Alwaleed and was doing his bidding. Obama filled his administration with people tied to the Muslim Brotherhood, who were implementing their “civilization jihad.” These communities began electing corrupt representatives like Ilhan Omar. Infiltration not invasion. Taxpayers money was funneled into these communities through “childcare grants” and other “welfare programs,” in order to fund the democrat party. Minnesota is just the “doorway” into a much larger nationwide fraud scheme to fund the democrat party. A magnifying glass is about to be put on ALL state welfare programs that are receiving “federal funding.” These grants and benefits handed out to these crooks, are now the doorway to expose and bring them all to an end. BOOMERANG! https://twitter.com/everytime_11/status/2004718928686350461?s=20 https://twitter.com/EndWokeness/status/2005651406985036272?s=20 Tim Walz's Office Responds with an Outrageous Falsehood After Journalist Nick Shirley Exposes Fraud of the Century in Minnesota “The governor has worked for years to crack down on fraud and ask the state legislature for more authority to take aggressive action,” a spokesperson for Walz told Fox News. “He has strengthened oversight – including launching investigations into these specific facilities, one of which was already closed,” the spokesperson added. “(He) hired an outside firm to audit payments to high-risk programs, shut down the Housing Stabilization Services program entirely, announced a new statewide program integrity director, and supported criminal prosecutions.” Walz previously called Shirley and others who have questioned his handling of the scandal “white supremacists.” Walz's team wants the public to believe that not only does the governor have no involvement in the scandal, but he has also been a leading advocate against this corruption. They must think that every day Americans have the same >IQ as Somali citizens.   Source: thegatewaypundit.com https://twitter.com/ElectionWiz/status/2005427571861909629?s=20 https://twitter.com/KevinKileyCA/status/2005329670083145745?s=20 Back on June 24, 2025. about 31% of applications to California’s 116 community colleges were deemed likely fraudulent by the chancellor’s office—equating to over 1.2 million fake applications. These were mostly detected and blocked before enrollment or aid disbursement, but some fraud succeeded, costing millions in stolen financial aid (around $11 million total in 2024, a small fraction of the billions distributed overall).The piece discusses ongoing efforts to combat the issue, like improved detection tools, identity verification, and a proposed $10 application fee to deter bots and scammers targeting the free-application, open-access system.  https://twitter.com/CynicalPublius/status/2005388876807057913?s=20 President Trump's Plan https://twitter.com/stats_feed/status/2005654716462538992?s=20 2009 – $12T 2010 – $13.6T 2011 – $14.8T 2012 – $16.1T 2013 – $16.7T 2014 – $17.8T 2015 – $18.2T 2016 – $19.6T 2017 – $20.2T 2018 – $21.5T 2019 – $22.7T 2020 – $27T 2021 – $28.4T 2022 – $30.9T 2023 – $33.2T 2024 – $35.3T 2025 – $38.5T https://twitter.com/4nt1p4tt3rn/status/2005345471674388575?s=20  deniability to the federal and state governments, and allow them to funnel money into the NGOs to do what the governments either don’t want to (due to optics) or can’t (due to legal constraints) do. They are quite literally dismantling the United States of America, and they’re doing it with YOUR money. Quite literally money taken out of your pockets. Food taken out of your children’s mouths. They’re directly or indirectly responsible for: * the massive invasion of this country by illegals * the high cost of healthcare * the shortage and high price of homes * the shortage and high price of unimproved land * the high cost of food and other goods * the high taxes you’re forced to pay * the skyrocketing national debt * the skyrocketing federal deficit * DEI and the elimination of qualified American workers from jobs * deaths of Americans on our roadways * the broken “justice” system In other words, literally everything everyone’s complaining about. https://twitter.com/911NewsBreaks/status/2005660846848958944?s=20   planning to livestream a racially motivated extremist attack with pipe b-mbs and g-ns. https://twitter.com/HarmeetKDhillon/status/2005444604624028029?s=20   year later as special counsel in November … statute runs on his obvious shenanigans late 2027 * Democrats in Congress and those in the states colluding with Biden WH hide their behavior, some of which STILLL HASN'T come to light! Statute runs on this five years after their concealed behavior is known to the government. This means the statute could run in the next administration. STOP POSTING CLICKBAIT BS!!! You are being used! https://twitter.com/HarmeetKDhillon/status/2005446072634872033?s=20 https://twitter.com/grok/status/2005427970681217334?s=20   to Jan. 6, 2021/2026. Specific cases vary by act. ‘Ten-year stain:' Bondi asks prosecutors to probe Obama-Biden lawfare as criminal conspiracy FBI Director Kash Patel penned a memo predicating an investigation looking at the weaponization of intelligence and law-enforcement powers dating to the Russia collusion case as an ongoing conspiracy. Attorney General Pam Bondi   asked the prosecutors to investigate the Obama-Biden era of lawfare as an ongoing election-meddling conspiracy that protected Democrats from criminal investigation and infringed the civil rights of Republicans like President Donald Trump and his supporters. An “ongoing conspiracy” and the statute of limitations Such an approach allows prosecutors to charge defendants with alleged crimes outside the statute of limitations because they were connected to an ongoing conspiracy, much like those cases brought against the mafia and drug cartels. “At my direction, our U.S. Attorneys and federal agents are actively investigating instances of government weaponization nationwide,” Bondi said. “This is a ten-year stain on the country committed by high-ranking officials against the American people. Source: justthenews.com https://twitter.com/WarClandestine/status/2005434508124782615?s=20   to be deported. They opposed the One Big Beautiful Bill because it funds ICE/US MIL, and they know Trump is going to invoke the Insurrection Act to deploy troops to their cities to assist ICE in deporting the illegals. If the Dems can't cheat in elections, they lose access to our tax dollars, and thus they lose all their power. They never cared about diversity, equality, equity, inclusion, immigration or any of that shit. It was all just a transaction. Everything they say and do is just a means to justify their treasonous scheme to steal our tax dollars. That's why it's so important to nuke the filibuster, pass the Save Act, invoke the Insurrection Act, deport all the illegals, and arrest everyone involved. If we don't, the Dems will take complete control, we will become a one-party State, and they will eventually phase us out via mass immigration. That's why the Dems have been trying to destroy, obstruct, and kill Trump, ever since he came down the escalator. Because they knew that he knew about all this, and is on a mission to stop it. The American People are being replaced, and the Democrats are directly responsible for it. This is the battle for the Republic. 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A nursery in Altadena is giving out trees this weekend. The L.A.F.D. is getting a star from the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, adjacent to the Walk of Fame. Plus, new and old comings to the L.A. food scene. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

The Foosh is back! Following his horrific car accident last August, KFI board op Foosh’s arm is healing, as is nature. LA is getting ready to clean up dangerous, inoperable RVs — if they’re worth under $4,000. Eniola Taiwo, an 8th grader in Connecticut, sent a letter to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce requesting a star on the Walk of Fame for the LAFD. And it worked! Westwood's most hardened criminal has been brought to justice. His crime? Painted over faded crosswalks to make them safer for pedestrians. If you own a cat, there’s a new California law that’s taking away the one thing that’s protected your furniture for decades. Starting Jan. 1, AB 867 comes into effect, banning the practice of declawing cats in the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pour one out for Spike, the LAPD K9 police officer who was shot and killed last night while in pursuit of a suspect in Burbank. The suspect was subsequently killed by responding police officers. According to the LA Times, LAFD records show there was no sign of firefighters having extinguished the Lachman fire in the Pacific Palisades before it reignited into the Palisades fire in January 2025. The first home, an ADU, has officially been rebuilt following the LA wildfires, replacing a garage that had previously stood in its place. Andy chats to Chris Anderson, co-owner (with his father) of Chez Jay restaurant, which has survived and thrived in Santa Monica for 66 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first new home on a lot burned by the Eaton Fire has been completed. After LAist reported on a secretive $2 million payout to the CEO of L.A. County, supervisors may boost transparency. The new LAFD chief is attacking the media for what he calls a "smear" campaign. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comThis LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autosVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

From AI-generated podcasts to Alexa+ and a major Palisades fire update, we cover the politics, tech, and L.A. news you need today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(November 19, 2025) President Trump claims slain journalist Khashoggi was ‘extremely controversial’ and defends Saudi Crown Prince. ‘Everyone is Hunkering Down’: Affordability crisis rattles mom-and-pop shops. New LAFD chief slams media ‘smear’ of firefighters who battled Palisades Fire. Judge blocks Texas from using new U.S. House map in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yet another scandal hit the Sacramento swamp this week as former top aides to Gavin Newsom and Xavier Becerra were indicted on federal charges of public corruption. Susan Shelley has all the details, along with the latest on the LAFD's botched response to the January wildfires. Is Trump Derangement Syndrome on the rise in the Democratic party? It's hard to believe they could get any more hysterical, but we break down all the latest incidents – including the government shutdown, Prop 50 and Eric Swalwell's rumored run for California governor. Then, Grammy-nominated musician Tish Hyman joins the show after being banned from her gym for objecting to biological males in the women's locker room. She tells the shocking story behind her viral moment and explains what California politicians must do to protect women's spaces. And finally, Prager University co-founder Allen Estrin joins us to discuss his new book “The Honest Book of Presidents: The Men Who Shaped America,” and why it's a necessary antidote to the Left's anti-American view of history.

A major storm comes to SoCal tonight, sparking evacuation warnings. The LA Mayor's pick to lead the fire department wants a full investigation into the Lachman Fire response. A former chief of staff to Governor Gavin Newsom is facing federal fraud charges. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

Coming up on today's Local: Will Americans really lose 125 million pounds thanks to TrumpRx?! ... LAFD will have to hand over firefighters text messages ... Eaton fire survivors demand resignation of California's Insurance Commissioner.

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Coming up on Today's local: Prop 50 passes, plus an explainer on the LAFD's report on the Palisades Fire. Also, a large scale food distribution drive was underway in Industry.

Coming up on today's Local: Congressional redistricting proposition in front of California's voters today ... expect airport delays to get a lot worse ... be prepared to dig deep into your wallet for holiday gifts.

Today's guest is Adrin Nazarian—former California State Assemblyman who helped triple the film tax credit from $100 million to $330 million during his decade in Sacramento, and now an LA City Councilmember who's fought to get that credit up to $750 million. Back in March, Adrin filed a motion with ten specific permitting reforms that passed city council unanimously unanimously to direct the Chief Legislative Analyst (CLA) to report back within 30 days on the feasibility of these proposed changes using input from the LAFD, LAPD, Recreation & Parks, DWP, DOT, Bureau of Public Works, and FilmLA. It's now November. As of this recording on October 29th, the CLA report is 150 days overdue. So yes, I ask the hard questions. Where is that report? (I'm told it's coming any day now!). What does it mean to be "nimble" in the world of politics when everything takes so long? We get into the real progress that is happening, even if imperfect. We have an honest dialogue about what we've lost. How tentpole productions left while the streaming boom kept everyone busy, until that bubble popped and companies realized the spending wasn't sustainable. How we've spent a decade training workforces in other states while our decline was masked by volume. And how policymakers took entertainment for granted because tech wealth was flooding in. But we also talk about how we're building it back. Adrin is refreshingly honest that the industry has been so successful for so long that nobody could have imagined it would ever cease to exist, much less look at the trajectory with concern because the receipts were still coming in. But now we're here. And there's a generation hungry for this work, ready to innovate and push the industry to new limits. That's what this fight is actually about. Not preserving nostalgia, but building the future. xx CG AOP SUBSTACK

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Eaton Fire survivors weigh in on whether SoCal Edison's compensation plan goes far enough. L.A. firefighters go to Jamaica to help after Hurricane Melissa. We share a few insider tips on where to trick or treat this year. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comThis LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autosVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

Coming up on today's Local: Dodgers on the brink ... new scrutiny on how the LAFD handled a January 1st fire that eventually led to the Palisades disaster ... will your next roommate be a robot?!

Mayor Karen Bass officially named Jaime Moore as the new Chief of the Los Angeles Fire Department during a press conference — marking a historic moment for city leadership. Elex Michaelson announced his new CNN show, “The Story Is…”, premiering Monday, October 27th, promising a fresh take on national political storytelling. Meanwhile, Tim Conway Jr. battled through the show “under duress” after a flu shot — recalling a past bad experience with a Sears vaccine — while covering breaking news out of Ontario: semi-truck driver Jashanpreet Singh of Yuba City pleaded not guilty to three counts of vehicular manslaughter and DUI causing injury after a deadly 8-car pileup. Closing out the hour — World Series Game #1 kicks off in Toronto, with fans watching the order of the national anthems as the first pitch approaches. 

The City of LA budget is tickling $1 billion! The LAFD says it needs $200 million for more firefighters, ambulances, general personnel and land management. Malibu will move homeless people along by declaring a local emergency during fire season and potentially arresting them. Last Sunday's Camp Pendelton military event caused shrapnel to hit a car on the I-5 Freeway due to live artillery training, coinciding with the No Kings Day protest, and Gov. Gavin Newsom shut down the freeway in response. The Louvre Museum in Paris was broken into and several artefacts were stolen, including the French crown jewels, worth over $100 million.

California is soaked — last year alone, 650 trillion pounds of rainwater fell on the state, and another powerful system is rolling in. Forecasters warn of flooding during the morning commute, especially in Malibu burn scar areas, where the LAFD is pre-positioning crews in anticipation of mudslides and debris flow. In Torrance, a shocking attack unfolded at a local school where three people were stabbed. Police arrested a former student who also claimed to have planted two pipe bombs nearby — prompting an urgent investigation and lockdowns in the area. Overseas, hope and heartbreak collided as hostages and prisoners were released after 738 days, marking the start of a fragile ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict. The hour wrapped with safety tips for residents in flood-prone zones — including evacuation alerts and a new alternative to sandbags: Quick Dam barriers, which activate and expand when exposed to water. 

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Chris is covering the helicopter crash in Huntington beach, Halloween candy prices skyrocketing. LAFD and the Palisades fire. PLUS California schools are teaching phonics, AND Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a sweeping housing bill aimed at tackling California's affordability crisis by forcing cities to allow denser housing near transit hubs. It's all on KFIAM-640!

Five people were injured yesterday when a helicopter crashed near PCH in Huntington Beach. Andy chats to helicopter pilot Tim Lynn about what might have happened. A new after-action report regarding the January Pacific Palisades wildfires published by the LA Times claims after fire hydrants went dry, the LAFD faced costly delays and confusion in getting water to the fire zone. There was no strategy regarding water tenders and getting the water tankers to the burn locations because the personnel available didn't have the correct fire credentials. Hillary Eaton talks to Andy about martinis, which are back in vogue! Local LA restaurant Great White is in trouble for allegedly seating Asian customers in certain sections of the restaurant floor in what looked like an act of racial segregation.#helicoptercrash #HuntingtonBeach #PCH #TimLynn #martinis #PacificPalisadeswildfires #animalrescue #Chargers #dirtymartinis #espressomartinis #tuxedomartinis #mussoandfranks #sunsettower #pandemic #cocktails #restaurants #kato #GreatWhite #racialsegregation #racistrestaurant 

Florida federal judge ordered Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged in the deadly Palisades Fire, to remain jailed after prosecutors cited his arsonist tendencies and his family's concerns over his declining mental state. The judge questioned both his mental health and his reliability to attend future hearings in California. Flood watch was issued in San Bernardino County through Saturday night amid heavy downpours. The LAFD also released after-action reports on the Palisades Fire. Interim LAFD Chief Ronnie Villaneuva discussed what he would have done differently during the January 7th blaze. Norwalk resident Andrew Garcia, who spent hundreds on tickets for what he believed to be LeBron James' retirement game, filed a small claims lawsuit against the Lakers star for $865.66, accusing him of fraud and misrepresentation after the “Second Decision” turned out not to be about retirement. 

Gary and Shannon kick off the show with AM 570's Tim Cates to unpack the Dodgers' crushing loss and what needs to change before tonight's game. Then, NewsNation's Robert Sherman joins live from Israel with the latest on the Gaza peace deal, the expected hostage releases, and talk of a potential Nobel Prize for President Trump. The hour rounds out with updates on the Palisades Fire arson suspect, new LAFD protocols, and Hurricane Priscilla's approach, plus Shannon's weather worries for her Miami trip with the LA Chargers this weekend.

Today on AirTalk, LAFD releases After-Action report; A new book on Bruce Lee; U.S. colleges ask Trump for access to federal funding; CA FAIR Plan rate increase and TV Talk. Today on AirTalk: LAFD releases after-action report (0:15) A new book on Bruce Lee (34:21) U.S. colleges ask Trump for access to federal funding (50:43) CA FAIR Plan rate increase (1:12:18) TV Talk (1:26:12) Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!

The man accused of starting the Palisades Fire is scheduled to appear in a Florida court. Questions abound after his arrest, including why firefighters couldn't put out embers that were smoldering days before the big blaze. An LAist investigation finds ICE agents calling the shots at a hospital in Boyle Heights, and medical staff told to comply. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

This Day in Legal History: Martial Law Post-Great Chicago FireOn October 9, 1871, in the immediate aftermath of the Great Chicago Fire, the city's mayor, Roswell B. Mason, declared a form of martial law by handing control of the city to U.S. Army General Philip Sheridan. Though no formal martial law order was issued, Sheridan exercised sweeping authority over Chicago, including the deployment of troops and armed patrols to maintain order, protect property, and enforce curfews. The fire had devastated the city, destroying thousands of buildings and leaving over 100,000 residents homeless. Amid fears of looting and social collapse, civic leaders turned to the military rather than civil institutions to reestablish control.This decision represents a critical episode in the uneasy balance between civil liberties and emergency powers. There was no legal precedent or formal legislative act granting the mayor authority to transfer governance to a military figure, raising significant constitutional concerns. The use of military force to police civilians, absent explicit legal authorization, blurred lines between civilian and military jurisdiction. While contemporary accounts often depict Sheridan's leadership as effective, his presence underscored a mistrust in the city's own law enforcement and judicial institutions.No court review or legislative inquiry ever addressed the legality of this transfer of power, setting a troubling precedent for extrajudicial emergency actions. It also reinforced the broader 19th-century trend of informal martial law declarations, especially during moments of urban unrest or disaster. Chicago's experience in 1871 reflects how crises can be used to justify the suspension of normal legal processes, often without public accountability. This ad hoc militarization of city governance, though temporary, highlighted the fragility of civil authority in moments of panic—and how quickly constitutional norms can be cast aside.Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty to charges of making false statements and obstructing a congressional investigation. The indictment alleges he misled lawmakers in 2020 about authorizing an FBI employee to leak information related to an unspecified investigation—believed to concern Hillary Clinton. The case was brought by Lindsey Halligan, a Trump loyalist with no prior prosecutorial experience, recently installed as U.S. attorney after her predecessor was removed for refusing to pursue Trump's political adversaries.The charges are seen as politically motivated, coming after Trump publicly pressured the Justice Department to act against Comey and others. Career attorneys reportedly opposed the indictment due to a lack of evidence, and prosecutors from outside the district were brought in to proceed with the case. The move has drawn sharp criticism, including from over 1,000 former DOJ officials across party lines who labeled it an attack on the rule of law.Trump has long threatened to imprison rivals, but this is the first grand jury indictment against one of them.Ex-FBI chief Comey pleads not guilty to charges brought under pressure from Trump | ReutersA Florida man has been arrested for allegedly setting the Pacific Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, a January blaze that killed 12 people, destroyed roughly 6,000 structures, and caused an estimated $150 billion in damage. Federal investigators from the ATF, LAPD, and LAFD concluded the fire was deliberately started near a hiking trail in a state park overlooking the Palisades. The suspect faces three federal charges and will be extradited to California. Because the fire was ruled intentional and led to multiple deaths, prosecutors could pursue life imprisonment or the federal death penalty under President Trump's 2025 executive order directing harsher penalties for severe crimes.Man arrested as suspect in setting California's deadly Palisades Fire, official says | ReutersPresident Trump called for the arrest of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, both Democrats, as his administration prepared to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago over their opposition. Neither official faces criminal allegations, but both have criticized Trump's immigration policies and his use of federal troops in Democratic-led cities. Trump accused them of failing to protect ICE officers after Johnson declared Chicago an “ICE Free Zone.” Pritzker denounced Trump's remarks as authoritarian. Meanwhile, hundreds of Texas National Guard troops have gathered outside Chicago ahead of deployment, despite state lawsuits seeking to block the move. The president has also threatened to invoke federal powers to override court orders limiting troop deployments, part of a broader pattern of using federal authority against political opponents.Trump calls for jailing Democratic leaders as troops prepare for Chicago deployment | ReutersElon Musk's X Corp has reached a settlement with four former Twitter executives—including ex-CEO Parag Agrawal—who claimed they were owed $128 million in severance after being fired following Musk's 2022 takeover. The settlement's terms were not disclosed, but a federal judge delayed case deadlines to allow finalization. The executives alleged Musk falsely accused them of misconduct to avoid paying severance that included a year's salary and stock options. The deal follows a separate $500 million settlement with laid-off Twitter employees and is one of several legal disputes stemming from Musk's acquisition and mass restructuring of the company.Musk's X settles ex-Twitter executives' $128 million severance pay lawsuit | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

A powerful story of the hidden costs of service and how first responders and veterans can redefine toughness. In Episode 215 of the Transition Drill Podcast, former Los Angeles Fire Department paramedic and firefighter Morgan Englund shares his path from Hollywood actor to first responder, and ultimately to advocate and musician. Growing up in Santa Monica and the Palisades, Morgan's early life was marked by challenges, independence, and a search for belonging. He found brotherhood in football, pursued acting in New York, and later discovered his true calling in emergency medicine.Morgan takes us inside the reality of paramedic work in Oxnard, the relentless pace of the LAFD, and the moral injuries that shaped his decision to walk away after 14 years of service. He opens up about the cultural pressures inside the firehouse, the hidden cost of toughness, and the epidemic of first responder suicide.Now a songwriter and TEDx speaker, Morgan is redefining toughness and calling for a shift in how veterans and first responders support one another. His story is one of resilience, courage, and the power to create a new mission after service.The best podcast for military veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders preparing for veteran transition and life after service. Helping you plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life.Follow the show and share it with another veteran or first responder who would enjoy this.CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulpantani/WEBSITE: https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulpantani/SIGN-UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:https://transitiondrillpodcast.com/home#aboutQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:paul@transitiondrillpodcast.comSPONSORS:GRND CollectiveGet 15% off your purchaseLink: https://thegrndcollective.com/Promo Code: TRANSITION15Total Force Plus ConferenceLink: https://totalforceplus.orgPendleton Surf ClubLink: https://pendletonsurfclub.com

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#WHATSHAPPENING – Ex-LAFD Sues, Weho Bans Live Animals / Shrimp Recall, Tahoe Plague, Disney Lighting Lane / Medical Misinformation on the Rise / #WHATCHAWATCHING –Platonic 2, The Hunting Wives, Fallout.

Community members call for the release of a high school senior detained by immigration agents. Former LAFD Chief Kristen Crowley is accusing city leadership of defamation after being fired by Mayor Karen Bass. We have tips to keep your pets cool during this week's heatwave. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

A shooting at a residential day care in Granada Hills sent two women to the hospital, according to LAFD. Meanwhile, an 8.7-magnitude earthquake near Russia has triggered tsunami warnings for California's entire coast, with potential waves arriving just after 1:00 a.m. Wednesday.

Be sure and join us with our special guest, 35 year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Departments aviation unit, Chief Pilot Scot Davison. Chief Scot has over 7000 hours of flying time and has been a flight instructor since 1999. He is going to provide us with his perspective of fighting wildland fires and discuss his experience in Search & Rescue Operations from the sky. Scot has an extensive career with LAFD and has some fantastic stories to share. We have no doubt that he will open your eyes to the world of Fire Department aviation, Firefighting, and Search & Rescue Operations.Firefighter from 1990 - 2002- Search & Rescue Pilot 2002 - 2011- Flight instructor in 1999 - 2025- Chief Pilot 2011- 2025 - Retired March 2025 Going to be another great show. We will get the whole skinny. You don't want to miss this one. Join us at the kitchen table on the BEST FIREFIGHTER PODCAST ON THE INTERNET! You can also Listen to our podcast ...we are on all the players #lovethisjob #GiveBackMoreThanYouTake #Oldschool #Tradition #volunteerfirefighters #FDNY #nationalfallenfirefightersfoundation #LosAnglesfire #LAFD #aviationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gettin-salty-experience-firefighter-podcast--4218265/support.

After the devastating College Hills brush fire in June 1990, and series of fires in December 1990 and March 1991, the ATF and the LAFD form a task force to catch the serial arsonist who has plagued California for years. The task force believes Glendale arson investigator John Orr is the suspect, and the task force begins a long and difficult investigation to catch him. Join Black Barrel+ for ad-free episodes and bingeable seasons: blackbarrel.supportingcast.fm/join   Apple users join Black Barrel+ for ad-free episodes, bingeable seasons and bonus episodes. Click the Black Barrel+ banner on Apple to get started with a 3-day free trial.   On YouTube, subscribe to INFAMOUS+ for ad-free episodes and bingeable seasons: hit “Join” on the Legends YouTube homepage.   For more details, please visit www.blackbarrelmedia.com. Our social media pages are: @blackbarrelmedia on Facebook and Instagram, and @bbarrelmedia on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices