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It’s been six months since the wildfires changed everything for the communities of Altadena and the Palisades.  In this special report, KFI's Heather Brooker takes a closer look at the first chaotic hours of the disaster—and where recovery efforts stand today. This first aired in two parts on July 7th on KFI's morning show, Wake Up Call. You can follow all of Heather's reports on the Entertain Me podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Timothy Fong is a Professor of Psychiatry at the Jane and Terry Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA. He is board certified in adult and addiction psychiatry.Dr. Fong is also a member of the Steering Committee of the UCLA Center for Cannabis andCannabinoids whose mission is to address the most pressing questions related to the impact ofcannabis legalization through rigorous scientific study and discourse across disciplines.Take a listen to his take on usage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Top News of the Day. Update on that officer involved shooting Saturday near Western and MLK Blvd. Update: At least 61 dead in Texas flooding; over two dozen campers missing from Camp Mystic. Some facts about Camp Mystic, where Texas floodwaters swept away dozens of girls. Video captures ICE agents allegedly urinating on Pico Rivera school grounds in broad daylight. LAPD dealing with a surge in 'kidnapping' calls because of ICE enforcement. Fourth of July Roundup. Air quality alert issued across Southern California due to smoke from fireworks and wildfires. Northern California residents to be ‘wildly surprised’ by massive illegal fireworks fines in the mail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deeper Dives/LA Law. What can SoCal expect from the 'Big Beautiful Bill'. US restaurant workers say ‘no tax on tips’ undermined by benefits cuts. Elon Musk announces new 'America' party after slamming Trump's megabill. Scammers gonna scam. ‘Tow truck bandits’ are rushing to crash scenes: L.A. drivers warned. Couple loses $8,000 in elaborate phone scam, warns others to stay vigilant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scammers gonna scam. ‘Tow truck bandits’ are rushing to crash scenes: L.A. drivers warned. Couple loses $8,000 in elaborate phone scam, warns others to stay vigilant. There's No Business Like Show Business. Lockdowns and fights: Sean 'Diddy' Combs back in Brooklyn jail ahead of sentencing. Dr. Phil's studio files for bankruptcy. Too hot for clothes? Balls Out Bowling is back where nudity is required. Chuck E Cheese Opens New Arcade for Adults.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artificial intelligence is making waves in mental health care, and chatbot therapists(digital tools designed to talk us through our struggles) are at the forefront. They promiseaccessible, affordable support that’s always just a tap away. As these platforms grow, it’s worthasking: Are they a game-changer for mental wellness, a passing fad, or something we shouldapproach with caution? Dr. Eva Ritvo breaks it down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live and Local News Man dead, woman critically injured after fireworks explosion sets homes on fire in Pacoima Councilmember Traci Park Moves to Crack Down on Tour Buses in Pacific Palisades. Tow truck bandits’ are rushing to crash scenes: L.A. drivers warned. Video captures ICE agents allegedly urinating on Pico Rivera school grounds in broad daylight. Interview with Actress/Author Mariel Hemingway!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deeper Dives - The problem with fireworks in LA is only getting worse. Moving to drone shows instead of fireworks. Sitting in Silence for 2 Hours per Day Can Trigger the Growth of New Brain Cells.Beware the ‘Gen Z gaze’: Young service workers’ refusal to greet customers is setting off older generations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tech Talk with Marc Saltzman!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – Extended, in-depth analysis of the most viral stories of the week in ‘The Viral Load’ with regular guest contributor Tiffany Hobbs weighing in on everything from a boxer facing furious backlash after sharing vape with an orangutan at a zoo, to a South Korean restaurant going viral for all the wrong reasons - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – A conversation with acclaimed Indigenous filmmaker Chris Eyre (Smoke Signals, Dark Winds), a member of the Cheyenne and Arapaho tribes, joins the program to preview his new History Channel documentary film, ‘Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning,’ which profiles one of the greatest American athletes of all time and the first Native American Olympic gold medalist - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Jim Keany, Chief Medical Officer at Dignity Health St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany talks with Bill about the top-5 common medical emergencies on July 4th, children and home medication emergencies, and preventing at-home medication mistakes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show closes with the Executive Director of Friends of Big Bear Valley Sandy Steers talking about the use of fireworks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ABC News tech reporter Mike Dobuski joins the show for ‘Wired Wednesday.’ Today, Mike discusses all the tech stuff in the Republican spending bill and shares an update on Trump mobile.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: Hour Three of ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – “What’s Up” with regular guest contributor Nick Pagliochini delving into everything the Southland has to offer, with so many great ideas, ways, and places to celebrate the 4th from Ventura down through San Diego. Be sure to check out the link in bio @NickPagliochini and @ThisWeekendWithNick to get all the details! Wishing you the best 4th of July ever - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – Actor Merrick McCartha; best known for his roles in series like the CW’s ‘All American’ and Netflix's Unstable, joins the program to introduce his new role as ‘Los Angeles District Attorney, Grayson Valwell’ in the hit new Prime Video series ‘Countdown’…Created, written, and produced by Derek Haas (Chicago Med, Chicago P.D.); “Countdown follows the journey of an LAPD officer who joins a secret task force to investigate a suspicious murder but instead uncovers a sinister plot that requires the team to unite to save millions of people in the city” - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Los Angeles' mob kingpin who survived 11 assassination attempts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ABC News tech reporter Mike Dobuski joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Mike speaks on all the tech stuff in the Republican bill and shares an update on Trump’s smartphones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy talks with the host of ‘How to Money’ Joel Larsgaard about the new MVNO cell services, financial advice from TikTok, and MorningStar’s list of the best 529 plans for your kids future education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo’Kelly’ Presents – A look ‘Beyond the Box Score’ with regular guest contributor Jackie Rae; host of ‘The Jackie Rae Show,’ weighing in on Dawn Staley being considered for the New York Knicks next Head Coaching AND the Detroit Pistons' Malik Beasley being investigated for allegations of gambling…PLUS – Jackie joins the conversation regarding “women, dating short men” - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.