George Gascón’s reelection bid, legal weed sales, fall TV preview

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

CA Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed a law banning plastic grocery bags. Attorney General Rob Bonta is suing ExxonMobil. This is a big week in the state’s fight against plastic.

LA District Attorney George Gascón talks about the impact of his progressive policies on Angelenos, Prop 36, and his standing among members of his own office.

Michigan is beating California in legal weed sales, despite having only a quarter of the population. Many of its customers are out of state.

The fall TV season includes new series like “The Penguin” and “Disclaimer,” alongside a fresh take on “Matlock.”