Marc Maron Talks About His Book And A Hodgepodge Of Subjects In Beverly Hills

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Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

Judd Apatow and Marc Maron in the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills. (Max Schwartz/Neon Tommy)

Marc Maron discussed his book and much more at a Writers Bloc program.

Obama Calls For Change In IRS Due To 'Misconduct'

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Max Schwartz
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President Obama announced changes to the IRS following their most recent scandal. (jenndawg75/Courtesy of Creative Commons)

The president announced changes that will go into affect for the Internal Revenue Service.

Political Talk: End Of FAA Furloughs And Crisis In Syria, What Will Obama Do?

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Max Schwartz, Jenna DeNight, Katie Gregg
Co-Hosts

(Max Schwartz/Neon Tommy)

The last episode of the semester is an in depth one as we discuss the end of the ATC furloughs and Syria.

Political Talk: Boston Developments, Afghanistan, And The Gang Of Eight's Immigration Overhaul

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Max Schwartz, Katie Gregg, Jenna DeNight
Co-Hosts

(Max Schwartz/Neon Tommy)

We bring you up to speed on the Boston Marathon bombing's living suspect and we discuss the War in Afghanistan and immigration reform.

Tavis Smiley Discusses Poverty, The Consequences Of Obama, And Public Media At USC

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Max Schwartz
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Tavis Smiley spoke at the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism on Wednesday. (Graham Clark/Neon Tommy)

Smiley discussed poverty in the United States and why black leaders don't pressure Obama.

USC Annenberg Dean Wilson Talks Up The Corporation For Public Broadcasting’s Future

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Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

Dean and former CPB Chairman Ernest J. Wilson, III, Ph., D. (Neon Tommy)

Dean Wilson discusses the legacy he left on the board of the CPB, including his three D's and a possible name change.

Political Talk: Boston Marathon Bombing, Obama's Budget Proposal, NYC Mayoral Race

(Max Schwartz/Neon Tommy)

The race for NYC's next mayor is getting very interesting and Obama's budget may be the most moderate, but it is does not appear to be liked by many. Listen to Political Talk to get the details.

Obama Campaigns For Gun Control And Fellow Democrats For The '14 Elections (Political Talk)

(Max Schwartz/Neon Tommy)

Yes, campaigning for 2014 has already started and the president is pushing for federal gun control too.

Political Talk: The Budget, Or Lack There Of, And North Korea

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Max Schwartz, Katie Gregg, Jenna DeNight
Co-Hosts

(Max Schwartz/Neon Tommy)

Episode four of the weekly podcast. Stay tuned to the end to hear about USC Annenberg's Dean Wilson.

L.A. Mayoral Election And Drone Use (Political Talk)

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Max Schwartz, Jenna DeNight, Katie Gregg
Co-Hosts

(Max Schwartz/Neon Tommy)

The third episode of our weekly podcast.

Important Candidate Information and A Sequester Update (Political Talk)

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Max Schwartz, Jenna DeNight, Katie Gregg
Co-Hosts

(Max Schwartz/Neon Tommy)

The second episode in a weekly political podcast.

Political Talk: The Sequester And Guns In Politics

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Max Schwartz, Katie Gregg, Jenna DeNight
Co-Hosts

(Max Schwartz/Neon Tommy)

The first episode of the weekly political podcast, Political Talk, gives an in-depth look at the sequester and guns in politics.

General John Allen Resigns Due To 'Health Issues Within His Family'

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Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

General John Allen resigned on Tuesday. (isafmedia/Creative Commons)

General Allen, who was likely the next commander of NATO forces, has resigned from his post.

Obama's 2013 State Of The Union Address

Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

A screenshot of ABC's coverage of the State of the Union. (Max Schwartz/Neon Tommy)

He discussed everything from the military to education to voting during the annual address.

Dorner Cabin Burns As Police Move In

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Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

A screenshot of ABC 7's coverage of the burning cabin. (Aaron Liu/Neon Tommy)

The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department has ignited the cabin that Christopher Dorner is believed to be hiding in.

Al Gore In Beverly Hills To Talk About His Book And More

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Max Schwartz
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Former Vice President and Madeline Brand in the Saban Theatre. (Max Schwartz)

Al Gore stopped at the Saban Theatre to talk about his book and much more during the second of two L.A. stops on his book tour.

Burned Pickup Truck In Big Bear Confirmed As Dorner's

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Max Schwartz
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Christopher Dorner's pickup truck. (NBCLA)

The pickup truck has been found, but the manhunt continues.

Christopher Dorner: Who Is He?

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Max Schwartz
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(Facebook)

The suspected gunman was discharged from the Navy just last week.

Vice President Biden's European Trip Update

Max Schwartz
Executive Producer

Vice President Biden will travel to three countries in Europe. (Center for Neighborhood Technology/Creative Commons)

While in Europe, the vice president will speak with multiple leaders on a variety of subjects.

Obama's Second Term Cabinet To Have New Look

The Eisenhower Executive Office Building (Sue Waters/Creative Commons)

Multiple secretaries who were by Obama's side in the first term are leaving.

Shots Fired At Prince Middle School

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Max Schwartz
Executive Producer

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Two people have been arrested for a shooting at a middle school in Atlanta. A 14-year-old male is reported dead.

Week Of Senate Hearings Continues

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Max Schwartz
Executive Producer

(ttarasiuk/Creative Commons)

The Senate confirmed Kerry as Secretary of State on Tuesday and Hagel is on the Hill on Thursday.

Justice Sonia Sotomayor Discusses Her Book And Life In Beverly Hills

Max Schwartz
Executive Producer

Justice Sonia Sotomayor shaking hands with members of the audience in the Saban Theatre. (Max Schwartz/Neon Tommy)

Justice Sotomayor stopped in Beverly Hills as part of her book tour, but she talked about more than just her book.

Sen. Tom Harkin Will Not Run In 2014

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Max Schwartz
Executive Producer

Sen. Tom Harkin (D-IA) (U.S. Department of Agriculture/Creative Commons)

The junior senator from Iowa will not run for a sixth term.

Panetta Makes Formal Announcement To Allow Women To Take Combat Roles

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Max Schwartz
Executive Producer

The Pentagon (gregwest98/Creative Commons)

Secretary Panetta made it official that women would be able to enter combat, officially.

Sen. Kerry Goes Before Senate For Confirmation

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Max Schwartz
Executive Producer

Sen. John Kerry (D-MA) (World Economic Forum/Creative Commons)

Sen. Kerry hopes to be the next Secretary of State.

Sunday's Inauguration Festivities And Beyond

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Max Schwartz
Executive Producer

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The president and vice president took their offical oaths on Sunday, but all of the ceremonies will happen on Monday.

Algerian Hostage Crisis Comes To An End

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Max Schwartz
Executive Producer

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The hostage crisis comes to an end after another Algerian military raid.

Obama's Weekly Address Focused On Gun Control

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Max Schwartz
Executive Producer

(Chris Christner/Creative Commons)

President used this opportunity to spread his message of gun control and to call on Congress for action.

L.A. Physician Encourages People To Be Informed

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Max Schwartz
Executive Producer

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Dr. Reed L. Levine started the organization to make people aware of what they are voting on.

Beverly Hills City Treasurer Eliot Finkel Explains How A City Invests Money

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Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

Beverly Hills City Hall (Michael/Creative Commons)

A Q-and-A with Finkel.

USC Professor To Receive National Medal of Science

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Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

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Golomb will be presented the award by President Obama.

Chuck Hagel Expected To Get Secretary Of Defense Nod

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Staff Reporter

Sen. Chuck Hagel, Ret. is expected to be nominated for Secretary of Defense on Monday. (Chris Huffstutter/Creative Commons)

The confirmation of the former Republican senator is not expected to be an easy task.

Future Of 'Fiscal Cliff' Deal Is Gray

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Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

Photo by Chris Potter; courtesy of Creative Commons

House members appear to be divided over the bill.

Senate Avoids 'Fiscal Cliff'

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Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

Photo by Chris Potter; courtesy of Creative Commons

A deal was passed in the Senate late Monday.

Fiscal Cliff: Nothing New From Friday’s Meeting

Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

President Obama in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room (Pete Welsch/Creative Commons)

Nothing new came out of today's meeting with Congressional leaders. The deadline is three days away.

Deputy Chief Mark Embrey Retires From Beverly Hills Fire Department

Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

Beverly Hills City Hall (Michael/Creative Commons)

Deputy Chief Mark Embrey retired from the Beverly Hills Fire Department after 29 years of service.

New Round Of Fiscal Cliff Talks Friday

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Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

More than taxes and spending at stake.

Lt. Gov. Brian Schatz Nominated to Replace Sen. Inouye

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Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

Brian Schatz was chosen to replace late Sen. Daniel Inouye. (Kyle Nishioka/Creative Commons)

Hawaii's Lt. Gov. will replace Sen. Inouye, despite Inouye's last wishes. He will go to D.C. Wednesday night.

Inside Attack In Afghanistan Leaves One American Dead

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Max Schwartz
Staff Reporter

Photo by The U.S. Army; courtesy of Creative Commons

An American police adviser was killed in Afghanistan.

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