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Airs Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV

Zombies Invade Africa

The lure of winning big at the horse tracks, card rooms and casinos is turning some Californians into chronic gamblers. On Monday’s Full Focus, we’ll explore the alluring world of casino gaming.

Democrat Barack Obama has drawn in more money than any presidential candidate in history. Critics argue that represents a backward step in campaign finance reform. Others see Obama's success as an attempt to level the campaign-funding playing field.

The Chinese territory of Macau surpassed Las Vegas in revenues from gambling for the first time last year. American companies are rushing in to open new hotels and casinos, but some observers are already wondering how long the gold rush can last.

How accurate is the reporting of scientific discoveries in the media today? We'll look at the role of the media in reporting important stories like global warming and stem cell research to the public.

Would-be borrowers who have iffy credit ratings are turning to those with strong credit for help — and a cottage industry of credit-for-rent companies has sprung up to match them. Federal regulators are investigating the practice, but they haven't banned it.

Bumped by Scott McClellan

Pink slips are in store for hundreds of city hall workers. But so are smoother roads for San Diego motorists if Mayor Jerry Sanders gets his way. Sanders unveiled a $2.8 billion spending plan today wi

Airs Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV