http://annenbergradio.org en-us ℗ & © 2008 USC Annenberg School for Communication These are the live newscasts of Annenberg Radio News, produced entirely by students of the USC Annenberg School for Communication USC Annenberg School for Communication Welcome to Annenberg Radio News, a website and student-produced live webcast committed to fostering professional radio journalism at USC and covering the events of South Los Angeles. Annenberg Radio News has the South Los Angeles neighborhoods covered. You'll find our reporters in Crenshaw, Leimert Park, Vernon-Central, Jefferson Park and the Vermont Corridor. http://annenbergradio.org en lauraweb@usc.edu Copyright 2008 2008-04-30T00:00:00-08:00 Laura Weber by Laura Weber -- On the 16th anniversary of the L.A. Riots, hear from community members about what's changed, and what hasn't. And the race for an open seat on the L.A. county Board of Supervisors heats up with a debate. We have a recap, plus analysis on what it means for both candidates. Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Shawn Chitnis (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_april_29_2008/ April 29, 2008 News
Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Shawn Chitnis (ATVN)]]> 2008-04- T;00:00:00-08:00 Courtney Kabot by Courtney Kabot -- Protests, marches and rallies are marking the anniversary of the Armenian genocide. We went live from the Turkish consulate in Los Angeles where the Armenia Youth Federation is having their annual protest against the Turkish government's denial of the genocide. Also, babies born in the United States are twice as likely to die in their first years. We look at the Crenshaw neighborhood where community members are reaching out to improve infant mortality rates. And, we spoke with USC Social Work Professor Ralph Fertig about the status of affordable housing in Los Angeles. Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guests: Kaitlin Funaro, Jessica Janner (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_april_24_2008/ April 24, 2008 News
Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guests: Kaitlin Funaro, Jessica Janner (ATVN)]]> 2008-04- T;00:30:00-08:00 Laura Weber by Laura Weber -- Los Angeles celebrates Earth Day. Hear how groups across the city are encouraging local residents to go green. Plus Baby Boomer retirement. With a large part of the workforce getting ready to retire, one company is training immigrants to take over their jobs. And a campus demonstration recognizes the anniversary of the Armenian genocide. Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Cate Cauguiran http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_april_22_2008/ April 22, 2008 News
Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Cate Cauguiran]]> 2008-04- T;00:30:00-08:00 Courtney Kabot by Courtney Kabot -- Southern California developer Ed Roski, Jr. unveiled plans today to construct a state-of-the-art stadium to become the new home of a Los Angeles NFL team. The stadium will be built on a 600-acres of land in the city of Industry at the junction of the 60 and 57 freeways. Also, Pope Benedict XVI celebrated his fist public mass in the United States today. We went out to hear what South Los Angeles believers think about his visit and the state of faith in the country. And we talked to Donald Miller, executive director of the USC Center of Religion and Culture about the state impact of immigrant religious communities in the Southland. Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guests: Jessica Janner (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_april_17_2008/ April 17, 2008 News
Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guests: Jessica Janner (ATVN)]]> 2008-04- T;02:00:00-08:00 Laura Weber by Laura Weber -- We look at the mayor's has a news proposal to crack down on gangs. One South L.A. group tells us what they're doing to help keep kids off the streets. Plus hear relatives of incarcerated parents speak about the challenges of parenting behind bars. Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guests: Stephanie Meisenheimer, Shawn Chitnis (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_april_15_2008/ April 15, 2008 News
Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guests: Stephanie Meisenheimer, Shawn Chitnis (ATVN) ]]> 2008-04- T;02:00:00-08:00 Courtney Kabot by Courtney Kabot -- Recent immigration raids on local businesses are drawing protests from activists and the Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. He wants the federal government to focus on employers who exploit undocumented workers, not the ones who treat and pay them well. Also, hear what Pulitzer Prize Winners Anne Hull and Dana Priest have to say about investigating and exposing mistreatments on wounded veterans at Walter Reed Hospital. They are investigative reporters with the Washington Post. Also, later this month the mayor will submit his budget to the city council. One item that will be in the budget will be money for more officers. Hear a coalition of community groups and unions calling on the mayor to take care of people who need help. Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guest: Calli Fisher (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_april_10_2008/ April 10, 2008 News
Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guest: Calli Fisher (ATVN)]]> 2008-04- T;22:22:01-08:00 Laura Weber by Laura Weber -- South L.A. may get a park in exchange for the addition of 2 large billboards. Hear what residents are saying about the need for green in their community. Plus, a possible link between egg donation and cancer. One doctor explains why donating eggs my not be the safest decision and her push for a national donor registry. Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Cate Cauguiran (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_april_8_2008/ April 8, 2008 News
Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Cate Cauguiran (ATVN)]]> 2008-04- T;02:00:00-08:00 Laura Weber by Laura Weber -- We take you to one school were students are hip hopping their way to diplomas. Plus, on this April Fools' day we asked South LA residents about the best pranks they've played for this foolishly fun holiday. Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Shawn Chitnis (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_april_1_2008/ April 1, 2008 News
Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Shawn Chitnis (ATVN)]]> 2008-04- T;00:30:00-08:00 Courtney Kabot by Courtney Kabot -- Los Angeles union organizers are launching a campaign to promote better pay and better working conditions for car wash workers. Hear what both organizers and workers are saying about their experiences. Also, we speak to Alec Levenson, a research scientist for the Center for Effective Organizations and a Professor at USC Marshall School of Business about the impact a car wash union would have on Angelenos. And Pico Blvd gets a face-lift with new green patches and cleaner surroundings. We ask South Los Angeles residents what they would change about their own neighborhoods. Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guest: Calli Fisher (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_march_27_2008/ March 27, 2008 News
Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guest: Calli Fisher (ATVN) ]]> 2008-03- T;00:48:00-08:00 Laura Weber by Laura Weber -- In the wake of Sen. Barack Obama's speech, residents and community leaders sound off on the role of race in society. Plus, hear from one illegal immigrant who hopes the "Dream Act" can help fund his education. And a pyschologist talks about why LAPD has the highest suicide rate in the country. Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Cate Cauguiran http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_march_25_2008/ March 25, 2008 News
Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Cate Cauguiran]]> 2008-03- T;18:26:00-08:00 Courtney Kabot by Courtney Kabot -- Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is telling city officials to get on board with his budget cuts or come up with workable solutions. With a current deficit of $115 million, the mayor is preparing for what analysts call one of the largest budget gaps in city's history. Hear what the mayor is proposing, whom Governor Schwarzenegger's plan to ease the deficit will affect and what the Executive Director Jean Ross is saying about the state of California's economy. Also, a new exhibit at the California Science Center gives visitors a real look at the human body. Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guest: Jessica Janner (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_march_13_2008/ March 13, 2008 News
Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guest: Jessica Janner (ATVN) ]]> 2008-03- T;19:54:01-08:00 Laura Weber by Laura Weber -- A suspect is in custody for the shooting of a local teen. We have reaction to the arrest on the day of the victim's funeral. And hear how USC students are helping teen mothers reach their goals. Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guests: Sonata Lee, Calli Fisher (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_march_11_2008/ March 11, 2008 News
Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guests: Sonata Lee, Calli Fisher (ATVN)]]> 2008-03- T;18:17:00-08:00 Courtney Kabot by Courtney Kabot -- As the citywide homicide rate of gang-related shootings in South Los Angeles rate keeps climbing, we talk to gang experts and a spokesperson for one of the family's victims. Also, a recently released memoir describing gang life in South Central Los Angeles has stirred up controversy after it was discovered as a work of fiction. And we talk to award-winning novelist and distinguished English professor T.C. Boyle about the perceptions of sensationalized stories of struggle and the issue of plagiarism in the publishing industry. Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Guest: Jessica Janner (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_march_6_2008/ March 6, 2008 News
Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Guest: Jessica Janner (ATVN)]]> 2008-03- T;00:59:00-08:00 Laura Weber by Laura Weber -- South LA residents and councilmembers speak out against the recent surge of violence. Plus, hear how doctors are getting specialized care to the uninsured. And police are using bikes to reach out to the community. Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Cate Cauguiran (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_march_4_2008/ March 4, 2008 News
Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guest: Cate Cauguiran (ATVN)]]> 2008-03- T;01:02:03-08:00 Courtney Kabot by Courtney Kabot -- One day after a shooting at a crowded South Los Angeles bus stop our reporter talks to the teacher of the victims to see how her students are reacting. Also, what is it like riding a bus everyday? Our reporter chronicled his experience and the experience of those whose life is dictated by bus schedules. And hear what an expert has to say about the status of public transportation in Los Angeles and how the proposed MTA bus cuts will impact residents and the economy alike. Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guest: Calli Fisher (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_february_28_2008/ February 28, 2008 News
Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guest: Calli Fisher (ATVN)]]> 2008-02- T;20:27:00-08:00 Laura Weber by Laura Weber -- Neighborhood leaders talk about the safety of South Los Angeles Parks. And the and as the mayor proposes budget cuts for the city, Councilman Bernard Parks talks about what this could mean for local programs. Plus, hear the sounds of Central Avenue's music scene. Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guests: Daryl Paranada (ARN), Shawn Chitnis (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_february_26_2008/ February 27, 2008 News
Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guests: Daryl Paranada (ARN), Shawn Chitnis (ATVN)]]> 2008-02- T;19:16:00-08:00 Courtney Kabot by Courtney Kabot -- Hear why Los Angeles City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo called a news conference to announce a lawsuit against one of the nation's largest health insurance providers. Also, the City of Los Angeles is working to promote the love for reading in every student, and what could be better than a challenge? Students will have until May 1 to read 1 million words. And hear what a finance expert thinks of a looming recession and the upcoming tax season. Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guest: Calli Fisher (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_february_21_2008/ February 21, 2008 News
Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Live Guest: Calli Fisher (ATVN)]]> 2008-02- T;20:21:01-08:00 Laura Weber by Laura Weber -- Hear from House Speaker Nancy Pelosi as she support's an initiative for "green collar" jobs. And Los Angeles officials are working to make the city's restaurants more environmentally concious. Plus residents speak out to protect their housing rights. Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Guest: Cate Cauguiran (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_february_19_2008/ February 19, 2008 News
Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Guest: Cate Cauguiran (ATVN)]]> 2008-02- T;23:18:01-08:00 Courtney Kabot by Courtney Kabot -- Valentine's Day with a twist - Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger gets little love from residents and activists who protested his proposed budget cuts to education and human services Plus, a new plan in the fight against gangs is unveiled in a news conference with Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, L.A. Police Chief William Bratton and City Controller Laura Chick, and activist Rabbi Allan Fleehling says the creation of a united anti-gang agency is overdue. And, County Supervisor Yvonne Burke announced her endorsement for candidate Bernard Parks to succeed her. Host: Courtney Kabot, Producer: Chiara Canzi, Guests: Jessica Janner (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_february_14_2008/ February 14, 2008 News 2008-02- T;02:41:00-08:00 Laura Weber by Laura Weber -- A new plan to assist homeowners in foreclosure will bring relief to South Los Angeles. Plus the writer's strike is coming to a close, but one industry expert says it may be difficult to get TV audiences back. And computers come to Skid Row, bringing both education and fun. Host: Laura Weber, Producer: Katie Riese, Live Guests: Stephanie Meisenheimer (ARN), Catie Cauguiran (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_february_12_2008/ February 12, 2008 News 2008-02- T;22:41:00-08:00 Sam Farber by Sam Farber -- Guest Host/Producer: Sam Farber, Guest: Jessica Lane (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_december_6_2007/ December 7, 2007 News 2007-12- T;01:40:01-08:00 Victoria Sanchez by Victoria Sanchez -- Producer/Host: Victoria Sanchez, Guest: Patrick Becker (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_december_4_2007/ December 7, 2007 News 2007-12- T;23:14:00-08:00 Tom Sparks by Tom Sparks -- Host: Tom Sparks, Producer: Sam Farber, Guest: Lee Epstein (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_november_29_2007/ November 30, 2007 News 2007-11- T;23:54:00-08:00 Victoria Sanchez by Victoria Sanchez -- Host/Producer: Victoria Sanchez; Guests: Clara Irazabal (USC School of Policy, Planning and Development), Ashley Chang (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_november_27_2007/ November 30, 2007 News 2007-11- T;23:50:01-08:00 Tom Sparks by Tom Sparks -- Host: Tom Sparks, Producer: Sam Farber, Guest: Jessica Lane (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_november_15_2007/ November 16, 2007 News 2007-11- T;22:15:00-08:00 Victoria Sanchez by Victoria Sanchez -- Host/Producer: Victoria Sanchez, Guest: Elex Michaelson (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_november_13_2007/ November 16, 2007 News 2007-11- T;22:13:00-08:00 Tom Sparks by Tom Sparks -- Host: Tom Sparks, Producer: Sam Farber, Guests: Jean-Luc Renault (ARN), Nick Cull (USC Center on Public Diplomacy), Jessica Lane (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_november_8_2007/ November 8, 2007 News 2007-11- T;01:14:00-08:00 Jennifer Chapski by Jennifer Chapski -- Host: Jennifer Chapski, Producer: Victoria Sanchez, Guest: Ashley Chang (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_november_6_2007/ November 8, 2007 News 2007-11- T;01:11:00-08:00 Tom Sparks by Tom Sparks -- Host: Tom Sparks, Producer: Sam Farber, Guest: Lee Epstein (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_november_1_2007/ November 2, 2007 News 2007-11- T;20:17:00-08:00 Jennifer Chapski by Jennifer Chapski -- Host: Jennifer Chapski, Producer: Victoria Sanchez, Guest: Elex Michaelson (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_october_30_2007/ November 2, 2007 News 2007-11- T;20:14:00-08:00 Tom Sparks by Tom Sparks -- Host: Tom Sparks, Producer: Sam Farber, Guests: Robert Shrug (Psychologist), Jessica Lane (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_october_25_2007/ October 26, 2007 News 2007-10- T;00:00:01-08:00 Jennifer Chapski by Jennifer Chapski -- Host: Jennifer Chapski, Producer: Victoria Sanchez, Guest: Ashley Chang (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_october_23_20071/ October 26, 2007 News 2007-10- T;23:53:00-08:00 Tom Sparks by Tom Sparks -- Host: Tom Sparks, Producer: Sam Farber, Guest: Jeff Platt (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_october_18_2007/ October 19, 2007 News 2007-10- T;21:33:01-08:00 Jennifer Chapski by Jennifer Chapski -- Host: Jennifer Chapski, Producer: Victoria Sanchez, Guest: Ashley Chang (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_october_16_2007/ October 19, 2007 News 2007-10- T;21:31:00-08:00 Tom Sparks by Tom Sparks -- Host: Tom Sparks, Producer: Sam Farber, Guest: Jessica Lane (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_october_11_2007/ October 12, 2007 News 2007-10- T;22:05:00-08:00 Victoria Sanchez by Victoria Sanchez -- Host & Producer: Victoria Sanchez, Guest: Elex Michaelson (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_october_9_2007/ October 12, 2007 News 2007-10- T;21:33:00-08:00 Tom Sparks by Tom Sparks -- Host: Tom Sparks, Producer: Sam Farber, Guest: Jessica Lane (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_october_4_2007/ October 9, 2007 News 2007-10- T;22:00:00-08:00 Jennifer Chapski by Jennifer Chapski -- Host: Jennifer Chapski, Producer: Victoria Sanchez, Guest: Jessica Janner (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_october_2_2007/ October 9, 2007 News 2007-10- T;21:52:01-08:00 Tom Sparks by Tom Sparks -- Host: Tom Sparks, Producer: Sam Farber, Guest: Jeff Platt (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arn_live_show_september_27_2007/ October 4, 2007 News 2007-10- T;00:34:00-08:00 Jennifer Chapski by Jennifer Chapski -- Did you miss Annenberg Radio News' premiere newscast on the web? Listen to it right here. Host: Jennifer Chapski, Producer: Victoria Sanchez, Guest: Ashley Chang (ATVN) http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/arns_first_live_newscast/ October 2, 2007 News 2007-10- T;22:43:01-08:00 Sam Farber by Sam Farber -- In this "sneak preview" edition of Annenberg Radio News, our reporters have the Jena Six story including all the local events and Los Angeles Congresswoman Maxine Waters from Jena, Louisiana. ARN Thursday Producer Sam Farber serves as Guest Host. http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/a_sneak_preview_of_annenberg_radio_news/ September 20, 2007 News 2007-09- T;01:02:00-08:00 Billy Higgins by Billy Higgins -- A prototypical version of Annenberg Radio News hosted by Spring 2007 JOUR 425 students Allison Brody, David Kates, and Debra Greene. http://annenbergradio.org/index.php/main/prototype_arn_show_april_12_20071/ April 12, 2007 News 2007-04- T;23:29:00-08:00