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Protesters demonstrate against Proposition 8 state supreme court ruling

05/26/2009

Alex Cohen talks to KPCC reporter Frank Stoltze as he heads to one of the many rallies across the Southland, protesting today's California Supreme Court ruling of upholding the constitutionality of Proposition 8.

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LA Councilman Bernard Parks gives bleak picture of city budget

05/26/2009

The Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday is expected to approve a budget for the fiscal year that starts July 1. The $7 billion spending plan includes hundreds of layoffs and deep cuts in services to address a budget deficit of $520 million that was brought on by the foreclosure crisis and recession. The budget picture could worsen, as KPCC's Frank Stoltze reports.

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Anti-Villaraigosa sentiment apparent in Trutanich victory

05/20/2009

The election of Carmen Trutanich as Los Angeles City Attorney signals more than the arrival of a newcomer to city politics. It marks the defeat of one of Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa's closest allies. KPCC's Frank Stoltze reports that an anti-Villaraigosa sentiment was clearly in evidence during the campaign.

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Governor urges voters to approve propositions

05/18/2009

Governor Schwarzenegger and Speaker of the State Assembly Karen Bass were in South Los Angeles on Sunday. Both were looking for voters to support Propositions 1A through 1F on Tuesday's ballot. The six measures would raise taxes, expand the lottery, and shift mental health and child development funding to help address California's gaping budget deficit. They would also place a cap on future spending, and create a "rainy day" reserve. KPCC's Frank Stoltze caught up with the state's top Republican and top Democrat.

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LA voters to choose new city attorney

05/18/2009

A newcomer to Los Angeles politics hopes to upset a City Hall insider in Tuesday's election for city attorney. Defense lawyer Carmen Trutanich faces Westside City Councilman Jack Weiss in a race the legal community is closely watching. The city attorney plays a key role in L.A., issuing legal advice to elected officials and departments and a range of issues from development to policing and representing the city in legal matters. The job can also be a stepping stone to higher office. KPCC's Frank Stoltze reports.

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Chu and Cedillo face off in race to replace former congresswoman Solis

05/15/2009

Next week's congressional election in the San Gabriel Valley is a test of the political strength of a longtime Asian-American politician in a majority Latino district. Board of Equalization Vice Chair Judy Chu faces State Senator Gil Cedillo in the race to replace Hilda Solis, who resigned the seat to become President Obama's labor secretary. Both are Democrats, and both call themselves cross-racial candidates. KPCC's Frank Stoltze takes a look at the two candidates for the rare open congressional seat.

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Young congressional candidate takes a cue from the Obama campaign

05/15/2009

A 26-year-old congressional candidate from East Los Angeles is borrowing some pages from President Obama's campaign in his bid to upset two veteran politicians in the race. KPCC's Frank Stoltze reports that the campaign of Democrat Emanuel Pleitez has attracted enthusiastic young supporters from around the country.

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Santa Barbara's Jesusita Fire impacts local animals

05/08/2009

Not only have people been affected by the Jesusita Fire in Santa Barbara, but animals as well. Alex Cohen talks to KPCC reporter Frank Stoltze and gives us scope of the latest details on the conditions of the fire.

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Couple ordered to evacuate due to Santa Barbara fire speak

05/08/2009

Over 30,000 residents have been forced to evacuate the Jesusita Fire area in the county of Santa Barbara. KPCC reporter Frank Stoltze talks to a couple who was ordered to evacuate their home.

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Fire truck breaks down in midst of Santa Barbara fire

05/08/2009

It's day four as firefighters continue to battle the flames of the Jesusita Fire in Santa Barbara. KPCC reporter Frank Stoltze is at the scene as one of the fire trucks breaks down.