Mitski Performs at Surprise LA Venue
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The California Report opens with a series of investigative segments on major state issues, including revelations that California's two largest pension funds—CalPERS and CalSTRS—have invested over $2.7 billion in companies tied to ICE and the Department of Homeland Security, sparking ethical debates. A federal judge rules that Border Patrol violated a court order by conducting unauthorized stops, marking a significant legal moment since the Trump-era deportation campaign. Meanwhile, Diablo Canyon nuclear plant receives approval to operate for another 20 years, a decision praised by energy advocates but criticized by anti-nuclear activists due to seismic risks. The episode then shifts to a heartwarming cultural story: indie musician Mitski is performing a surprise residency at Hollywood High School’s historic auditorium, a venue with deep artistic legacy. Students, many of whom are longtime fans, express emotional excitement over the rare opportunity to see Mitski perform in their school, with some even winning tickets through a contest. The event symbolizes both personal connection and the enduring power of music and art in public education.
CalPERS and CalSTRS have invested over $2.7 billion in companies linked to ICE and DHS, raising ethical concerns about pension fund investments.
A federal judge ruled that Border Patrol violated a court order by conducting unauthorized stops, marking a rare legal challenge to immigration enforcement.
Diablo Canyon nuclear plant received 20-year extension approval, but its future remains uncertain due to seismic risks and state-level decisions.
Mitski is performing a surprise residency at Hollywood High School, transforming the school’s historic auditorium into a cultural landmark.
Student fans view the event as a once-in-a-lifetime experience, blending personal emotion with a sense of legacy and future.
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California's Pension Funds and Immigration Contracts
“California's two largest pension funds are tied to billions of dollars in federal immigration and security contracts.”
Border Patrol Violates Federal Court Order
“You can't just go up to people with brown skin and say, show me your papers.”
Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant Gets 20-Year Extension
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission approves Diablo Canyon to operate for another 20 years, a move seen as critical for California’s carbon-free energy goals despite seismic concerns.
Mitski’s Surprise Residency at Hollywood High
“I wanted it to feel special. I wanted it to feel like an experience.”
Students’ Emotional Connection to the Event
“I'm definitely going to cry. I'm a crier.”
“You can't just go up to people with brown skin and say, show me your papers.”
“I wanted it to feel special. I wanted it to feel like an experience.”
“It's like not just us watching an artist that we like so much, but us also maybe like getting a peek into our future.”
Host
Guests
Hollywood High School
other
Mitski
person
Angel Cueto
person
London James
person
Diablo Canyon
other
Samuel Dovlatian
person
CalPERS
organization
Moenna Acorley
person
CalSTRS
organization
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
other
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