BIZARRE: 19 | Mind Blowing Facts

The War Over Burgernomics

Researchers refute fast food industry’s apocalyptic predictions about raising the minimum wage.

Capital & Main · Feb 27, 2025

Elon Musk’s Slash-and-Burn Approach Is Bound to Cause Mayhem, Efficiency Experts Say

There are much more effective ways to improve government than cutting “to the bone.”

Capital & Main · Feb 26, 2025

Trump Administration Fires Immigration Judges as It Tries to Ramp Up Deportations

The judges’ union estimated that as many as 10,000 hearings will not happen this year because of the lost work.

Capital & Main · Feb 25, 2025

Member of L.A. Sheriff’s Department Oversight Commission Resigns After Threats From County Attorney

The department has refused to turn over documents to the commission.

Capital & Main · Feb 19, 2025

In New Mexico’s Fast Legislative Session, Oil and Gas Fans Tap the Brakes

Legislators juggle hundreds of bills. Some would shape the industry that generates money, pollution and climate disasters.

Capital & Main · Feb 19, 2025

Trump’s Funding and Hiring Freezes Leave America Vulnerable to Catastrophic Wildfire

Training has been limited and work to reduce flammable vegetation postponed. Some firefighters are leaving the force.

Capital & Main · Feb 18, 2025

The Radio Show Taking on California’s Youth Mental Health Crisis

From a small station in Los Angeles’ Boyle Heights, 18-year-old Kennia Camacho talks with teens about anxiety, stress and depression. We should listen.

Capital & Main · Feb 17, 2025

Burned: “Good Neighbor” State Farm Seeks Huge Rate Hikes After L.A. Fires

Will Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara bow to the industry giant or protect disaster-stricken Angelenos?

Capital & Main · Feb 14, 2025

New Mexico Fights Over Oil and Gas Enforcement Funding

Powerful senator threatens Environment Department with funding cuts, its secretary with investigation.

Capital & Main · Feb 14, 2025

Los Angeles Developer Agrees to Meet With Tenants Facing Displacement

Mayor Karen Bass expedited the project to help combat the city’s housing crisis. But these renters are fighting to stay in their homes.

Capital & Main · Feb 13, 2025