L.A. Mayor calls for partial shutdown of city government
The mayor called for city departments that do not bring in revenue to close for two days per week beginning next week. (posted 4/06/10)
By Richard Duchon

Budget Cuts Run Deep on Adult Education
Budget cuts to education are deep and widespread across los angeles. But one area where they are often overlooked is adult education. Richie Duchon reports that with the down economy, one adult school has found itself caught in a nasty catch 22. (posted 3/11/10)
By Richard Duchon

Congresswoman Diane Watson Retires After 30 Years In Public Service
Diane Watson's career in Congress goes back to 2001, but her work in public service goes back much further. Richie Duchon reports on the legacy of Congresswoman Watson. (posted 2/11/10)
By Richard Duchon

Board of Supervisors will partner with the University of California to Reopen MLK Hospital
The storied Martin Luther King Jr. hospital in Willowbrook is one step closer to reopening. The hospital closed in 2007 after life-threatening mistakes were uncovered and the hospital failed an inspection by federal regulators. The L.A. County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a plan to partner with the University of California to reopen what they're calling the new MLK hospital. UC regents approved the partnership in November. Richie Duchon has more on the vote today that will move things forward. (posted 12/01/09)
By Richard Duchon

Thousands Catch A Break At Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway
The lines were long, but the music was loud and the sun was shining on more than 1,000 South L.A. residents waiting for a free turkey dinner. Wednesday was the 22nd year Jackson Limousine Service provided dinners for those in need. Richie Duchon reports the wait was worth it for many who say this was a tough year. (posted 11/24/09)
By Richard Duchon

Legal Battle Between City Attorney and Controller Postponed
A strange and complicated court battle between the L.A. City Attorney and the City Controller will continue for at least another week. The city attorney's office is fighting with the city controller over a lawsuit brought by the previous controller, who will pay for her legal fees and the right to audit city officeholders. Richie Duchon sorts out what took place and what’s next. (posted 11/10/09)
By Richard Duchon

Beck Selected To Be Next LAPD Chief
Deputy Chief Charlie Beck is now officially Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa's selection to the be the next chief of the LAPD. Beck had his first chance Tuesday to address the press and the public about taking over for Chief Bill Bratton. He thanked the mayor and the police commission. And he became emotional as he thanked his family, whose service goes back 60 years. (posted 11/03/09)
By Richard Duchon

Villaraigosa gives top police job to Deputy Chief Charlie Beck
Charlie Beck will soon be the new Los Angeles police chief. Pete Griffin talks to Richie Duchon about the announcement. (posted 11/03/09)
By Peter Griffin

LAUSD School Construction Full Steam Ahead
One of the largest public works projects in the country is about to get a little bigger. The Los Angeles Unified School District is breaking ground on its 81st new school building in the last 10 years. Richie Duchon has more on the beginning for a new South L.A. elementary school. (posted 10/20/09)
By Richard Duchon

Richie Duchon talks with attorney general Jerry Brown about ballot measures
California Attorney General and would-be governor Jerry Brown, says he'll be voting yes on all the measures on the May 19th special election ballot. Richie Duchon caught up with Brown to talk about why he supports the measures. (posted 4/30/09)
By Richard Duchon