Michael Monks Reports

By: KFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)
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  • Michael Monks joined KFI in 2024 after fulfilling a longtime dream of moving to L.A. He is a native of Covington, Kentucky where in 2011 he founded a multimedia local news operation called The River City News, which was acquired in 2021 and rebranded as LINK nky. At the same time, he was also the host of the award-winning daily radio program “Cincinnati Edition” on WVXU, an NPR member station.
    He holds a master’s degree in communication from Southern New Hampshire University and a bachelor’s degree in radio/TV from Northern Kentucky University.

    Michael and his spouse, Osmar, live in DTLA with their cat, Milo.

    Follow him on Twitter @MicMonksLA.
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Episodes
  • @MicMonksLA Reports: Michael recaps a hectic week at LA City Hall, The City warning from the White House and guestions on LAPD's Helicopters

    @MicMonksLA Reports: Michael recaps a hectic week at LA City Hall, The City warning from the White House and guestions on LAPD's Helicopters
    May 4 2025
    Michael recaps a hectic week at LA City Hall where the city council is looking for a way to close a 1 billion budget shortfall. The City got a warning from the White House and guestions were raised about LAPD's use of helicopters.
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    35 mins
  • @MicMonksLA Reports: is LA Metro safer now? When will we feel the tariffs. LA Counties new mental health campaign, Gondola madness.

    @MicMonksLA Reports: is LA Metro safer now? When will we feel the tariffs. LA Counties new mental health campaign, Gondola madness.
    May 4 2025
    is LA Metro safer now? When will we feel the tariffs. LA Counties new mental health campaign, Gondola madness.
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    37 mins
  • @MicMonksLA Reports: LA’s Budget Crisis Deepens: Layoffs, Downgrades, and Public Outrage

    @MicMonksLA Reports: LA’s Budget Crisis Deepens: Layoffs, Downgrades, and Public Outrage
    Apr 27 2025
    Michael Monks breaks down LA’s growing financial emergency. As Mayor Karen Bass proposes a budget that includes 1,600+ layoffs and sweeping department cuts, Michael recaps her State of the City address — and explains why residents and workers are outraged. Plus, Michael reports on a major public backlash in Van Nuys, LA’s downgraded credit rating, and what’s next for a city facing a $1 billion deficit. Also: concerns over a controversial conservative rally planned for Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, and the wild story of a man charged with chainsawing down trees across LA.
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    37 mins

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