ARN Live Show - April 29, 2010
A slew of demonstrations have erupted in response to Arizona's new anti-immigrant law, and today Mayor Villaraigosa is joining other political leaders in calling for a boycott of Arizona. We sent a reporter to city hall to hear what the Mayor says about the law that calls on local police to ask for legal papers from those they suspect are illegal. Students at USC rallied at the center of campus, and said the law will lead to racial profiling. You'll hear how that demonstration ended in a verbal fight between a supporter of the law and the protesters. Plus, this week is the Kentucky Derby and we'll share a story about a woman who hopes to one day be the number one jockey in the country.

Producer: Jessica Flores, Host: Heather Hope, Live Guest: Alex Goldsmith (ATVN). Featuring instrumental tracks from music by Herbie Hancock, Baby Bash, Marty James, Jason Derulo, and Ryan Amen.

ARN Live Show - April 27, 2010
Angelinos gear up for a protest on immigration reform. Residents line up for free health care at the Los Angeles Sports Arena. Christie Bertch reports on how activists and social workers are rallying to keep families together. Hundreds mourn former police chief Daryl Gates at a downtown service.

Producer: Karen Marcus, Host: Meghan McCarty, Live Guest: Lacey Ehrlich (ATVN). Featuring instrumental tracks from music by The Kills, Fiery Furnaces, Flo Rida, David Bowie, and Ryan Amen.

ARN Live Show - April 22, 2010
More than one billion people around the world are celebrating Earth Day. You'll hear what the Mayor is doing on this 40th Earth Day, and why it involved the movie Avatar. Plus, hear from a group of Southern California's who say Earth Day should be about them. We'll also share with you a story about USC students commemorating the 95th anniversary of the Armenian Massacres, and we'll hear from a political science professor about why the U.S. has yet to recognize the killings as genocide. Plus, hear a clip from award-winning journalist, Norman Cowrin's, original broadcast on VE-Day, the day WWII ended. Family, Friends, and USC faculty and students celebrate Corwin's 100th birthday.

Producer: Jessica Flores, Host: Heather Hope, Live Guest: Kate Cagle (ATVN). Featuring instrumental tracks from music by Muse, Eminem, Smashin Pumpkins, Gorillaz, and Ryan Amen.

ARN Live Show - April 20, 2010
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa delivered his State of the City address. California Governor Arnold Schwarzenneger rallied for a bill that will prevent layoffs based on teacher seniority. Ken van Der Meeren speaks with "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" opponents about their campaign to get the law repealed, in light of President Obama's visit to Los Angeles. Brandon Marcus reports on a wetland project in Los Angeles that has garnered national recognition thanks to councilwoman Jan Perry. Tim Werth reports on two high profile Catholic Church cardinals being sued for sexual abuse. Grant Tunkel gets Angelinos reactions to potential transit rate hikes in Los Angeles. Online exclusive: Ariele Pratt talks about the life and legacy of civil rights activist Dorothy Height. Host Meghan McCarty interviews Joel Hay of USC's School of Pharmacy about an initiative on November's ballot to legalize the sale of marijuana in California.

Producer: Karen Marcus, Host: Meghan McCarty, Live Guests: Jason Schwartz, Lacey Ehrlich (ATVN). Featuring instrumental tracks from music by Green Day, Pitbull, Down, LMFAO, and Ryan Amen.

ARN Live Show - April 15, 2010
It's tax day, and there one group that's voicing their views against it. Tea Partiers rallied at the national capitol, cities across the U.S., and here in Southerner California. We sent one of our reporters to the streets to hear what the tea party movement is all about. We also have an interview with a minister who is part of a group organizing a movement against the Tea Party. Plus, you'll hear why a group of people gathered outside of Los Angeles City Hall to oppose a National Socialist Movement rally.

Producer: Jessica Flores, Host: Heather Hope, Live Guests: Chris Foy, Kate Cagle (ATVN). Featuring instrumental tracks from music by Muse, The Beatles, MGMT, New Boyz, and Ryan Amen.

ARN Live Show - April 13, 2010
The Los Angeles Police Department honored one of its own fallen officers and marine, Roert James Cottle downtown. The Los Angeles Unified School Dstrict approved furloughs and to shorten the school year - saving thousands of jobs. Schuyler Kenney reports on a Compton School District initiative to improve health - the "50 Million Pound Challenge." Ariele Pratt speaks with an activist in LA who is taking Haitian relief into her own hands. Stephanie Guzman reports on a Los Angeles charter high school that is one of the six finalists to have President Barack Obama speak at their commencement. Jason Schwartz finds a spirited group of bakers, the Bicycle Bread Company. Host Meghan McCarty interviews Reed Galen, Managing Director of Mercury Public Affairs, about the cutthroat nature of politics.

Producer: Karen Marcus, Host: Meghan McCarty, Live Guests: Paula Kosowski, Lacey Ehrlich (ATVN). Featuring instrumental tracks from music by: MIA, Kardinal Offishall, Akon, Ken Rudoplf, Lil Wayne, and Ryan Amen.

ARN Live Show - April 8, 2010
LAUSD proposed ending this school year by a week, our reporters find out what parents think about this move. It's public health week, we'll take you to the Health Feat 2010. Hear from USC's Selden Ring Award winner T. Christian Miller and the big story about the Iraq and Afghanistan wars he uncovered. Plus, you'll hear from two southern California's about their hunt for old treasures.

Producer: Jessica Flores, Host: Heather Hope, Live Guest: Alex Goldsmith (ATVN). Featuring instrumental tracks from music by LMFAO, Eminem, Alice Cooper, Sublime, and Ryan Amen.

ARN Live Show - April 6, 2010
Pope Benedict the 16th announced the appointment of Mexican-born archbishop Jose Gomez as the next head of the Los Angeles Archdiocese. Grant Tunkel was at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels for the announcement. Jason Schwartz got community reaction to the bishop's appointment. LA Mayor Antonio Villairaigosa warned the city they will have to partially shut down most general fund city services for two days a week to avoid going bankrupt. Shirin Parsavand reported on an LAUSD policy that would allow children to attend schools outside their district. Ken Van Der Meeren explained a partnership between city and private organizations to create housing for LA's homeless population. Brandon Marcus reported on a chaotic city council meeting discussing money withheld from the city by the Department of Water and Power. Asim Bharwani spoke with a Crenshaw baseball coach that made it to the MLB and came back to his alma mater to coach. Host Meghan McCarty interviews Professor Richard Flory, a Senior Research Associate with USC's Center for Religion and Civic Culture.

Producer: Karen Marcus, Host: Meghan McCarty, Live Guests: Jason Schwartz, Lacey Ehrlich (ATVN). Featuring instrumental tracks from music by Panda Bear, Kardinal Official, Akon, Jay Sean, LMFAO, and Ryan Amen.

ARN Live Show - April 1, 2010
The Department of Water and Power and the city council once again disagree over a DWP rate hike, our own reporter sorts out the situation. It's Census Day and if you're a baby born today you'll be counted in the 2010 census. We'll share with you what this means for babies born tomorrow and in the next ten years. We'll also share reaction from environmental groups on Obama's recent energy initiatives. Plus, we have a special guest that gives ground-breaking ideas on energy conservation and efficiency.

Producer: Jessica Flores, Host: Heather Hope, Live Guest: Derek Staahl. Featuring instrumental tracks from music by Cat Bag Music, Eminem, Muse, and Ryan Amen.

ARN Live Show - March 30, 2010
The Department of Water and Power approved a raise in rates for residents and businesses. Christie Bertch reports on the Mayor's compromise to promote green technologies Asim Bharwani looks at the Urban Youth Academy which is giving South LA teens a chance to play like the Major League Baseball pros. Paula Kosowski reports on a foster care agency terminated by the city after negligence. Stephanie Guzman investigated what it means to be an undocumented immigrant and counted by the census. Lauren Whaley spent time at the Bicycle Kitchen---a friendly community of bicyclists in LA. Host Meghan McCarty interviewed Reshma Shamasunder, Director of the California Immigrant Policy Center.

Producer: Karen Marcus, Host: Meghan McCarty, Live Guest: Lacey Ehrlich. Featuring instrumental tracks from music by Three Six Mafia, Black Sabbath, Kanye West, TI, and Ryan Amen.