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Imperfect Paradise: Why California's protest law is flawed and the consequences to protesters
After the George Floyd protests of 2020, California took steps to reign in violent policing of protests by passing laws restricting how law enforcement uses less-lethal weapons, like tasers and rubbe…
Published on 7 hours ago
Imperfect Paradise: The Huntington Beach library at the center of America’s culture wars
Censorship efforts at libraries nationwide have increased steadily over the last several years. In the 2023 - 24 school year, more than 10,000 book bans were counted in the country’s public schools. …
Published on 1 week, 2 days ago
Imperfect Paradise: An update to the Bass vs. Crowley feud
Last month, former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristen Crowley filed a legal claim against Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass, alleging defamation, retaliation and negligence in the wake of Bass’ firing of her.…
Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Imperfect Paradise: Former Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do is officially in prison. What questions remain?
Disgraced former Orange County supervisor Andrew Do reported to federal prison in Arizona on August 15th. Do had been found guilty of accepting bribes in exchange for directing millions of taxpayer d…
Published on 3 weeks, 2 days ago
Imperfect Paradise: The cost of becoming a teacher in California. Who can afford to do it?
Across the U.S., states are constantly in the midst of teacher shortages. California's teaching prep and residency programs are supposed to be part of the solution. But many hopeful teachers struggle…
Published on 4 weeks, 2 days ago
Imperfect Paradise: Deputies severely beat a man struggling with mental health issues. Where are the records?
Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department deputies severely beat Joseph Perez in 2020, then arrested him. His mom Vanessa alleges that she had previously told law enforcement that Perez has a serious mental i…
Published on 1 month ago
Imperfect Paradise: Despite three 911 calls, how did two men with disabilities die in their home during the Eaton Fire?
West Altadena residents Anthony Mitchell Sr. and his son Justin Mitchell were stuck at home when the Eaton Fire erupted Jan. 7. Both had disabilities, and to evacuate, they needed help. Mitchell Sr. …
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
This Old House Radio Hour: The Ultimate DIY Cleaning Solution + Peter Sagal’s House from Hell!
This week on This Old House Radio Hour, we’re scrubbing deep, digging trenches, and pulling back the curtain on the emotional side of homeownership. We open the episode with Brandon Pleshek—aka “Clea…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Imperfect Paradise: The dirty secret of trash: Illegal dumping in the Southern California desert
Diapers, concrete and construction debris. The open secret about trash in Southern California is that some of the waste people assume is being properly handled is actually being disposed of on remote…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Imperfect Paradise: How one man rebuilt his life, 100 miles at a time
Struggling with addiction and reentry after multiple stints in prison, Cesar Quijano discovers ultrarunning, a hobby that turns into his addiction and salvation. Through Cesar’s story to complete a …
Published on 2 months ago