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Please listen to the alerts and warnings on your phones. Here is the fire map: https://lafd.org/fire-prevention/brush/fire-zone/fire-zone-map https://protect.genasys.com/

Please listen to the alerts and warnings on your phones. Here is the fire map: https://lafd.org/fire-prevention/brush/fire-zone/fire-zone-map https://protect.genasys.com/

Please listen to the alerts and warnings on your phones. Here is the fire map: https://lafd.org/fire-prevention/brush/fire-zone/fire-zone-map https://protect.genasys.com/

Please listen to the alerts and warnings on your phones. Here is the fire map: https://lafd.org/fire-prevention/brush/fire-zone/fire-zone-map https://protect.genasys.com/

In the wake of the worst disaster in Los Angeles' history, host Michael Monks takes you into the heart of a city forever changed. Reflecting on the devastating fires that have reshaped neighborhoods and altered the city's future, Michael shares his personal experiences and grapples with the profound emotional and historical impacts of the tragedy. Join the conversation as Michael opens the phone lines to hear raw, real stories from listeners living through this moment. From grappling with partisan blame to envisioning the monumental task of rebuilding iconic areas like the Palisades and Alta Dena, this episode explores how one disaster can transform public policy, the physical landscape, and the spirit of a city.

@In the wake of the worst disaster in Los Angeles' history, host Michael Monks takes you into the heart of a city forever changed. Reflecting on the devastating fires that have reshaped neighborhoods and altered the city's future, Michael shares his personal experiences and grapples with the profound emotional and historical impacts of the tragedy. Join the conversation as Michael opens the phone lines to hear raw, real stories from listeners living through this moment. From grappling with partisan blame to envisioning the monumental task of rebuilding iconic areas like the Palisades and Alta Dena, this episode explores how one disaster can transform public policy, the physical landscape, and the spirit of a city.

In the wake of the worst disaster in Los Angeles' history, host Michael Monks takes you into the heart of a city forever changed. Reflecting on the devastating fires that have reshaped neighborhoods and altered the city's future, Michael shares his personal experiences and grapples with the profound emotional and historical impacts of the tragedy. Join the conversation as Michael opens the phone lines to hear raw, real stories from listeners living through this moment. From grappling with partisan blame to envisioning the monumental task of rebuilding iconic areas like the Palisades and Alta Dena, this episode explores how one disaster can transform public policy, the physical landscape, and the spirit of a city.

The fires- coverage, updates, support. Dean Sharp speaking with Tim Conway on what to do if your home burned down. News For Your Kitchen Table...or Couch. Interview with Richard Castriotta, MD, pulmonologist with Keck Medicine of USC.

Interview with Horticulturalist, Vicente Godfrey, on deforestation and fire prevention. Mental health during fire crisis. Volunteer opportunities.

Every week, Gary and Shannon bring you a handful of stories for their segment called the #NineNewsNuggetsYouNeedKnow.

Bill talks with Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman about the the historic wildfires burning through LA and the crime going on in the evacuation zones.

The House Whisperer Dean Sharp is back on Wake Up Call for another edition of ‘Waking Up with the House Whisperer!’ Today, Dean talks about ways to protect your home during fires.

KFI's own Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Tech Tuesday'! Rich talks about all awesome things CES 2025.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – An exclusive conversation with ‘Digital Mind State’ CEO Mike Johns’ regarding his wild Waymo self-driving taxi ride - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – ‘Beyond the Box Score’ with regular guest contributor Jackie Rae; Long Beach Post/WNBA Reporter and host of ‘The Jackie Rae Show,’ weighing in on the controversy brewing at Fox Sports regarding accusations against host Skip Bayless & former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce being warned against dropping “F-Bombs” on his new Late-Night Show - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

The Rent is Too Damn High: More than 63% of Los Angeles residents rent their homes. Unfortunately, this year, many of them are facing significant rent increases. This scenario is playing out for millions of tenants across the city and county of Los Angeles. Letters are being sent to renters, notifying them of upcoming rent hikes. In Los Angeles, rent-controlled properties have a maximum rent increase cap of 4%. Landlords can add an additional 2% if they cover gas and electricity for tenants. For non-rent-controlled properties, rent hikes can soar as high as 8.9%. Ralph’s Sues: A Ralphs grocery store in Pacific Palisades is suing seven of the food vendors who have set up on the streets and sidewalks outside their store. The grocery market is suing the street vendors, alleging trespass, public nuisance, and negligence, saying the trucks and their clients illegally park and “obstruct the view of traffic" for Ralphs customers and employees, “obstruct pedestrian walkways,” draw crowds “that physically attack each other,” and “litter in Ralphs lot." LA Law: The Law Makers, Law Breakers and times that there oughta be a law. Animals Gone Wild: Mourning orca with dead baby: Tahlequah or J35, orca carrying dead calf, also made global headlines for doing so in 2018

Terror: Former military folks aren’t more likely than the average Joe to get radicalized, but when they do, they’re way more effective at pulling off extremist attacks. Vegas Bombing: The wife of the US soldier who blew up a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on Wednesday broke up with him six days before he killed himself inside the vehicle, according to law enforcement sources. Just a Nip: Gen Z are a bunch of goody two shoes. Bad Business: Some businesses go the extra mile to get your extra dollars. Others cut corners and sometimes they get caught.

There’s No Business Like... News of note from Tinsel Town and beyond. The Rest of the Stories: Stories that make you say “Hmmmm?” that didn’t fit neatly into any other spot on the show.

Dr. Jenny Yip, PsyD, ABPP, a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, author, and speaker with over two decades of experience in treating severe OCD and anxiety disorders. She has a new book, a Top New Release, "Hello Baby, Goodbye Intrusive Thoughts: Stop the Spiral of Anxiety and OCD to Reclaim Wellness on Your Motherhood Journey" is now available. It's all on KFIAM-640!

The LA Sheriff's Department Computer Aided Dispatch system crashed on New Year’s Eve. Homeless deterrent, the Blue Chirper, comes to the Promenade. Echo Park's Sage restaurant closing months after facing a vegan backlash. Golden Globes 2025: All you need to know about who's nominated, hosting, more.