The KABC News Blitz

Is it the cost? the uncertainty in the world? the fact that it's only 8 games from specific countries? Plus Randy talks with city council candidate Dylan KendallSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Randy breaks down the LA Mayor's Debate with Elizabeth BarcohanaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all need to be careful as it gets easier and easier to get food delivered to your house that we dont end up 500 pounds Plus Randy talks with The Federation for Children's Brian JodiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is a 4 million dollar fine really going to change State Farm's behavior in the wake of how they treated fire victims? Plus Randy talks to LA Mayoral candidate Adam MillerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If we make it so hard for landlords to operate in LA, you're just gonna see more sell to the big companies, demolish their old buildings and build new luxury housing Plus Randy sits down with Treasurer Candidate Jennifer HawksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

California can't do big things anymore and apparently we cant even do small things with out going way over budget and way past the targeted completion date Plus Randy talks about the rampant animal abuse on skid row with Joey TuccioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why does the energy utility monopoly get to charge 5-10 thousand dollars per house to do what they should have done in the first place?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If the city and county won't do it, neighborhoods are using their own money to put up a bigger fight against rampant burglaries in the San Fernando Valley Plus Randy speaks with LA County Supervisor Candidate Tonia AreySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cutting permit fees for micro productions in a pilot program isn't really gonna move the needle Karen Plus Randy speaks with LA County Supervisor Candidate Tomas SidenfadenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Property Owners are getting an assessment in the mail so Karen Bass can pay for the streetlights that were vandalized on her watch Plus Randy speaks with mayoral candidate Assad AlnajjarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is it so easy to use a stolen social security number to drive for uber or qualify for MediCAL? Plus Randy talks to Kelly McKenna from End Chronic DiseaseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There has to be technology we can use to stop chases before the even start Plus Randy speaks with Scott Weil of the Runyon Canyon GuardiansSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why does the whole city council need to vote to clear an encampment in one district? Plus Randy talks California politics with Elizabeth BarcohanaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We need to be much more competitive with tax incentives and make trying to film with permits much easier Plus Randy talks with Santa Monica city council candidate Derrik TownsendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So were there really gladiator style fights at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall? Plus Randy talks with Candidate for insurance commissioner Stacy KorsgadenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 of the 3 unions reached deals but unless the SEIU local 99 reaches a deal, the distirct will shut down tomorrow Plus Randy interviews Congressional Candidate Ryan DuckettSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At this point, theres no way his campaign survives the weekend after allegation after allegaion droppingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This project was supposed to be completed in 2023, then 2024, then 2025, then 2026 and it's delayed again! Plus Randy speaks with LA City Council Candidate Raul ClarosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Francisco Supervisors are quick to chastise the few dozen immobile WAYMOs during the blackout, but what if it was a California regulation not their technology that stopped them that night? Plus Randy speaks with Marc Joffe about The California High Speed Rail's latest business modelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The LAUSD Board has defacto removed Carvalho from his job, at full pay of course Plus Randy talks to animal rescuer Joey Tuccio about the animal suffering Karen Bass and the city government allow on a daily basis on Skid RowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Republican lawmakers call for Gavin Newsom to fire his parole board. Plus Randy's interview with LA Mayor Candidate Assad AlnajarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's almost like he's being paid to make these unilateral decisions nobody except special interests asked for. Plus Randy talks all the madness going on in California with April Silverman aka CaliMAGABarbieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And What is the real story with the FBI Raid with LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho? Randy talks about these issues and more with Daniel Guss from the Guss ReportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And how we really solve California's insurance crisis with candidate for insurance comissioner Merritt FarrenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.