The KABC News Blitz
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Los Angeles wants to cut the costal cleanup team
LA Wants more AirBNBs for the Olympics
California bill would cap ticket resale prices
Residents near Dodger stadium are fed up with baseball fans stealing their parking
The World Cup isn't getting the hotel demand projected in LA
Analyzing last night's debate with Elizabeth Barcohana
Glendale wants to put the brakes on food delivery robots
CA Department of Insurance has a slap on the wrist for State Farm
Rob Bonta suing manufacturers of Kratom sold at gas stations
Why are we sending property tax bills to fire victims?
The Latest Tik Tok Trend involves running into the Scientology Center
Rent Control Residents Getting In Evicted in LA due to the Ellis Act
It Costs 700 Million To Finish A Bike Lane On The Bay Bridge?
So Cal Edison wants to charge Eaton Canyon Survivors for undergrounding?
Neighborhoods are buying their own License Plate Cameras
Karen Bass' latest half baked attempt to save the LA Film Industry
The City of LA Wants you to pay more to fix the streetlights
People are stealing your identity to work for UBER?
Is it time to think smarter about high speed chases?
The Fights over how to deal with the homeless at LA City Hall
Can California do anything to bring Hollywood production jobs back to the State?
Half Of Bob Bonta's Gladiator Fight Cases have had their charges dropped
It Looks Like LAUSD is set for a strike tomorrow
The Calls for Swalwell to drop out are getting louder and louder
At this point, theres no way his campaign survives the weekend after allegation after allegaion droppingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Carson neighborhood no longer getting mail because of Coyotes
The mailmen dont want to get attacked by the wild animals so they are no longer delivering mail. Plus Randy Speaks with Kevin Mcnamee from the Childrens Education Opportunity ActSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Do we need to break up California's energy monopolies?
A New Bill would lower energy bills by 30 percent and force utilites to pay victims of wildfires they cause, but as long as the utility lobby owns half of sacramento, it's not likely to pass Plus Randy speaks with LA city attorney Candidate John McKinneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Buying LA2028 Tickets? Get ready for a sticker shock
Sure there are a few 28 dollar tickets for the olympics, but chances are you wont find them and you'll have to pay hundreds to thousands to see the olympicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bill Essayli hasn't had a single ICE protest conviction
Are these cases being overcharged, is the jury pool tainted, or maybe a little of both? Plus Randy speaks with LA Mayor Candidate Adam MillerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shouldn't we all be on the same page about hospice fraud?
Why is Gavin Newsom picking fights with Federal Law enforcement about big busts in hospice fraud taking place in California? Where is Bob Bonta on this? Plus Randy Talks with Christina Pascucci and Laura Hand about the waste fraud and abuse they have uncovered in the response to homelessness in Los AngelesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
80 Percent of an LA Fire Station's Calls are Homeless Related
Yet another reporting blockbuster from FOX11's Matthew Seedorf Plus Randy speaks with congressional candidate Dory BenamiSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why is the buying and selling of stolen copper tolerated in Los Angeles?
Why is so hard to not just go after the people stealing and selling, but also the licensed businesses who are buying the stolen goods? Plus Randy speaks to Womaniiwoman.org executive director Amie IchikawaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Los Angeles County Lost 50,000 in Population Last Year
Some are moving to other counties, some are moving to other states, some are even moving so Spain! Plus Randy talks with Mike Baron from Take Action Glendora about their opposition to a parcel tax in their citySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The State of California sent me a check for 300 Dollars!
The website claimit.ca.gov really works! I got my claim approved and they sent me the money they owed me in less than 3 weeks! Plus Randy talks with Deborah Allen about why the BART Bailout tax is not such a good ideaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Another Person found living in a storm drain
This time it was in Canoga Park. And everyone in there refused help or services. Should they really be allowed to say no when they are illegally living in a sewer?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LA Metro Moves Forward with Expansion into West Hollywood
The line looks great in theory, but how much will it cost, and how long will it take to build? Plus Randy talks about the landmark social media trial verdict with Elizabeth BarcohanaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is driving around for cheaper gas really worth your time?
Sure you may save a couple cents a gallon, but isn't your time also valuable? Plus Randy talks with Victor Gomez from Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse CaliforniaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Homeless living in the sewers of Los Angeles
At this point how can anyone defend Karen Bass' status quo on the homeless crisis in Los Angeles Plus Randy speaks with Attorney General Candidate Michael GatesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Would you support a 30 dollar minumum wage in California?
Thats the wage being proposed for a possible ballot measure in Alameda County Plus Randy talks with Glendale City Council Candidate Dr Alex BalekianSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Podcast Exclusive California Report
In this special edition of the News Blitz, Randy Wang dives into the latest news and stories from across the state. He discusses the controversy surrounding Marquise Harris Dawson's claims of racial profiling by the LAPD, and the pushback from the police union. Randy also touches on a massive mortgage scheme targeting the elderly, the allegations against Caesar Chavez, and the efforts to underground power lines in SoCal. Additionally, he shares his thoughts on the proposed 30-dollar-an-hour minimum wage in Alameda County, the challenges facing the California wine industry, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
UTLA Sets a strike date of April 14th if their demands aren't met
LAUSD lost $400 million last year just in declining enrollment, how are they supposed to pay for raises? Plus Randy speaks with Juan Naula from Clean LA with Me https://www.cleanlawithme.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Homeless Encampment in Venice Cleared By Karen Bass Has Returned
In this episode of the News Blitz, Randy Wang dives into the latest California news. He discusses the return of an encampment in Venice, despite Mayor Karen Bass's promise to address homelessness. Randy also touches on the state's high gas prices, which are affecting even electric car owners, and the inefficiencies in California's energy policies. Additionally, he talks to David Serpa, a candidate for California State Treasurer, about his six-point plan to address the state's financial issues, including reducing waste, fraud, and abuse, and investing in programs that benefit the people of California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will Cannabis Cafes save the legal pot industry in California?
Maybe we could also lower the taxes and ease the regulatory burden or here's a thought, arrest the people operating illeaglly?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
So Cal Edison has paid out 35 Million in Eaton Fire Claims So Far
In this episode of the News Blitz, Randy Wang dives into the latest California news. He discusses a whistleblower complaint alleging the Director of the Office of Emergency Management was sleeping on the job during the Eaton fire in 2025. Randy also touches on the controversy surrounding SoCal Edison's role in the fire and the company's settlement offers to wildfire survivors. Additionally, he shares his thoughts on the need to end monopolies in the energy industry and the importance of municipal utilities. The episode also covers various other California news stories, including a new program to help street vendors and a ballot measure to ban fees for parking at the beach in San Diego.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Los Angeles has had a homeless shelter sitting empty for years
In this episode of The News Blitz, Randy Wang dives into California's ongoing struggles with homelessness, highlighting a Marina Del Rey project that's been plagued by delays and cost overruns. He also touches on a whistleblower complaint about the LA County Board of Supervisors' Office of Emergency Management, which has been understaffed for years. Additionally, Randy discusses the benefits of electric cars, the rise of flying taxis, and the importance of learning personal finance in high school.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hundreds of fraudulent businesses are set up in California every year
A Great Piece from CBS Los Angeles' Ross Palombo dives into even more fraud in the state of California See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Does Karen Bass All Of A Sudden Care About Street Takeovers?
Is it because it's an election year? Or is it because the unruly mob stormed a fancy apartment building? This story and much much more are covered in today's California Report. Subscribe Today at https://randywangradio.substack.com/ Plus Randy's interview with Alvin Lui from Courage is A HabitSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Yet another home taken over by squatters burns down in Hugo Soto Martinez's District
The City says they can't do anything about it but is that really true when they are stealing electricity, trespassing and doing god knows what else in a place they do not own or lease? Plus Randy speaks with Candidate for Assembly district 51 Michael GeraghtySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
LAX wants to jack up rideshare fees
To "cut down on congestion" and encourgae people to use the people mover that does not exist yet! Plus Randy talks to congressional candidate Rudy MelendezSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
California's spiking gas prices isn't just about Iran
It's also about new standards from the California Air Resources Board to boost cap and invest, the fund that funds the high speed rail that is chasing out refiners Plus Randy speaks with congressional candidate Scott Alan MeyersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Karen Bass is doing something about the Sepulveda Basin...In an Election Year
Now she takes the fires, encampments and illegal dumping seriously? Plus Randy talks to State Senate Candidate Kristina IrwinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.