Monks & Merrill

Hour 1 - The massive Boyle Heights fire continues to send shockwaves across Los Angeles. Michael Monks and Chris Merrill examine the growing scrutiny surrounding the company at the center of the blaze, the widespread impact of toxic smoke on neighborhoods throughout the region, and the political fallout facing Mayor Karen Bass as comparisons emerge to the Palisades fire response. Plus, former LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley takes legal action against the mayor, alleging defamatory campaign remarks and seeking personal accountability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 - Los Angeles' Measure ULA is generating millions for affordable housing and tenant assistance, but critics say it's also slowing real estate sales, discouraging development, and reducing multifamily housing construction. Then, David Kline, Vice President of Research and Communication for CalTax, joins the show to discuss why California is bracing for one of the largest tax increases in a decade. Plus, reports of a new California exodus are emerging as brokers field a surge of inquiries from residents considering a move, while a state workers union warns that Governor Newsom's return-to-office mandate could accelerate departures from the Golden State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2- Monks and Merrill are covering all things taxes. There may be a new tax measure going into effect in November. Is the Billionaire Tax happening? Do higher taxes mean a better life? We're breaking it all and MORE on KFIAM-640.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1- Monks and Merrill are covering the latest with the Boyle Heights fire and it's impact on the air quality. PLUS Spencer Pratt is attacking Mayor Karen Bass. It's all on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3- Monks and Merrill are the needs of MacArthur Park and the plan to close Wilshire. Is it realistic? PLUS a park in the middle of the freeway? Santa Monica may be wasting money and we're getting into all of it and more on KFIAM-640.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monks and Merrill discuss the concerns surrounding labor and sex trafficking tied to major international sporting events, including preparations for the upcoming FIFA competitions, and discuss what SoFi Stadium and local organizers are doing to raise awareness and help prevent exploitation. Next, we speak with an Orange County high school student leading a growing movement to remove cell phones from classrooms, explaining why he believes schools should create phone-free learning environments. In the second half of the program, we explore both sides of the debate over herbicide use around local waterways.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2 - Monks & Merrill break down a major agreement between Uber and California attorneys that could avoid a costly ballot-box showdown. Then, new geological research warns that California may be primed for a devastating earthquake, as guest Liliane Burkhard joins the show to explain the findings. Plus, jurors hear startling details from a bizarre interview with the suspect accused in the Palisades Fire case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 - A toxic ammonia leak after a massive Boyle Heights warehouse fire raises health concerns, while hundreds of frustrated residents pack an Altadena town hall over controversial rebuilding plans in the Eaton Fire zone. Plus, Los Angeles voters could soon be asked to spend more on parks—but where will the money come from? And Los Angeles Times reporter Ruben Vives joins Monks & Merrill to discuss a scathing grand jury report that says the L.A. Zoo is deteriorating, losing members, and in need of new leadership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 - Tensions are escalating among the states that depend on the Colorado River as critical negotiations over the West's shrinking water supply intensify. Closer to home, questions are mounting over California's water priorities and how resources are being managed amid ongoing drought concerns. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles City Council is pushing back against federal efforts to suspend funding for LAHSA and has voted to place measures on the November ballot addressing noncitizen voting and expanded police oversight. Monks & Merrill examine the growing battles over water, homelessness, and political power shaping the future of Los Angeles and the West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2- Monks and Merrill are going to school. We are talking to Rishaan Marwaha about the smartphone ban at school . PLUS we are breaking down what we know about the UFC Freedom 250 plot. It's all on KFIAM-640.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1- Monks and Merrill are covering the latest in SoCal. Noncitizens may get the opportunity to vote and we are explaining how and why and we hear from you. PLUS we talk to Dr. Lynn Goldman about the chemical leak in Garden Grove, and the hundreds of chemical tanks just like it around SoCal, and much more on KFIAM-640.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3- Monks and Merrill are talking to KIRN analyst Albert Booteh Saaz about the latest with Iran and the USA. Is there finally peace in the Middle East? PLUS Newsom vs. Trump's Justice Depts. We are deep diving on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2- Monks and Merrill are talking about the effects of the chemical spray and we talk to Supervisor Donald Wagner about everything you need to know. PLUS it's Animal Rights Awareness week and we talk to Nina Jackel, Founder of Lady Freethinker about the animal abandonment crisis. AND the another misfortune with Spencer Pratt and fire on KFIAM-640. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.