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The L.A. Report is a breakdown of the day's top news from Southern California, featuring the award-winning reporting of LAist 89.3 FM – L.A.'s number one NPR station. Hosted by Austin Cross in the morning and Julia Paskin in the afternoon, it's the smart way to start and end your day.
This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.
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Late night hosts rally behind Jimmy Kimmel after ABC pulled him from the air. It's a victory for Altadena renters in their battle get Eaton Fire ash removed. UCLA may be on the verge of getting back $500 million in frozen federal funds. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
L.A.'s updating the city's website to track its homelessness spending after an order from a federal judge. Protesters are gathering outside the studio where the suspended late night host Jimmy Kimmel tapes. Two L.A. sports legends announced their retirements today. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
A flood watch is now in effect because of remnants from Tropical Storm Mario. Hollywood rallies around Jimmy Kimmel after A-B-C pulls him from the air. SoCal homeowners near burn zones are struggling to get the insurance coverage they really need. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
L.A. County could tighten up the data it shares with federal immigration agents from license plate readers. Residents in Koreatown are protesting their landlord's decision to convert their parking into housing. We have details on how to sign up for 2028 Olympics tickets. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
More than 100,000 UC employees are suing President Trump, accusing him of trying to control what they say and teach. A stunning report on the LAPD exposes an oversized use of force against protesters. A man convicted in an 80s OC murder could soon be freed, because of a bad jail informant. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
L.A. County looks into claims of misconduct at its former homelessness agency. Rents in LA went up after the January Fires - we look at what tenants are paying today. L.A. Unified teachers hit the picket line today. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
Hollywood Icon Robert Redford has died. LA County launches an investigation into the region's homeless services authority. The battle with the feds over OC voter rolls is a step closer to going to trial. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
Southern California Edison customers could see pricier electric bills in the coming weeks as the . California is breaking with the feds on COVID vaccine recommendations. Long Beach Unified moved to restrict cell phone use. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
The winners are in from the biggest night in television. Security for the 2028 Olympics will be in the hands of the feds. Find out what that means for LA. Why you may be paying a lot more on your water bill. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
An environmental package and other big bills close out the California legislative season. After last week's Charlie Kirk killing, organizers and city departments ramp up security at the Emmy Awards. Researchers zero in on one possible source of pollution at the Santa Monitor pier -- bird poop. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com
Major housing bill that would bring taller and denser housing to the state is awaiting Newsom's signature. Actor Sean Astin has been elected as SAG-AFTRA's new president. We take you inside the long shuttered General Hospital in Boyle Heights, which will be transformed into new housing. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com
A study finds the natural gas leak in Aliso Canyon 10 years ago has had major health impacts. L.A. is setting a roadmap for what it'll do with its parks over the next 2 decades. We tracked down what happened to the famous Arby's sign in Hollywood. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
A judge is barring LA police and federal agents from using force against journalists covering protests. Separately, California lawmakers ban law enforcement, including the feds, from wearing masks. The plan to reform LA's so-called "mansion tax" has fallen apart. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
A pilot to install speed cameras in L.A. is lagging behind other cities. Why L.A. residents are installing fewer solar panels. Karen Bass signed an order today to speed up hiring more police officers. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
SoCal leaders are denouncing the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Activists are launching community squads to protect carwash workers from immigration raids. It's National Suicide Prevention Week, and we'll bring awareness to an occupation that has a surprisingly higher risk. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
LAist finds most law enforcement agencies aren't following a state law requiring them to document use of force. A state bill would require students and teachers to learn how to recognize signs of grooming and abuse. The Original Pantry Cafe reopens tomorrow with its original staff. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
LA County is joining the fight against the feds over personal data of SNAP recipients. Orange County Republicans want to make sure there are no more DOGS casting votes. A housing project moves forward at Big Bear Lake despite concerns from bald eagle watchers. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
An LAist investigation finds Santa Ana police's use of less-lethal munitions ran afoul of a state law designed to protect protesters. We check in one year after the Airport Fire was accidentally started by an Orange County public works crew. Over 60 shipping containers fell off a cargo ship in Long Beach today. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
Immigrant rights groups are denouncing the Supreme Court decision that lifts restrictions on federal raids. Industrial waste is changing the chemistry of SoCal's sea floor. Santa Monica may be on the verge of declaring a fiscal emergency. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
The Supreme Court allows 'roving' immigration sweeps to resume in L.A. The state sues L.A. County and the sheriff's department over jail conditions. We highlight some local businesses (with deals!) in honor of 908 day in Long Beach. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com
This is the am edition. Again.
Isn’t this the same as the am edition?
What happened to Oscar Gomez? He died of massive head wounds!
I really resent the TWO Minute ad at the end of this podcast lately.