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The LA Report
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.
Episodes
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Extreme heat alerts explained, Corpse flower at The Huntington ready to bloom, Spanish drinks in SoCal — Afternoon Edition
We'll break down what the latest heat warnings mean as temperatures rise. The countdown is on as a stinky, rare flower gets ready to bloom in the San Gabriel…
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Raucous Boyle Heights community meeting, Housing voucher solution, Carlsson's record contract— Morning Edition
Folks in Boyle Heights set their sights on Lineage and local leaders during a community meeting that was full of promises and apologies. Plus, the deal that…
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Realtor sentenced for post-fire rent hikes, Culver City weighs drive thru ban, Altadena historic district declared — Evening Edition
A local realtor is sentenced for rent price hikes after the L.A. fires, the first conviction of its kind. Culver City considers a ban on new drive-thru's -…
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State of video game industry, LA Norwegians welcome new World Cup fans, How to get tickets to The Lucas Museum— Afternoon Edition
We'll talk about the state of the video game industry. How Norway's presence in the World Cup has brought together L.A.'s small but mighty Nordic community…
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Boyle Heights community meeting, ICE activity up during World Cup, Palisades Village reopening— Morning Edition
Folks in Boyle Heights are looking for answers from Lineage tonight... including what they're doing about the smell of rotting food. Advocates say ICE activity…
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Voters to decide Santa Ana sale tax, Boyle Heights small business aid, Satellite for wildfires — Evening Edition
Santa Ana voters will be asked in November whether to keep a 1.5% sales tax from sunsetting in 2029. Small businesses in Boyle Heights affected by the Lineage…
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Heat wave hits SoCal, Feds accuse LAHSA of mismanaging funds, Emmy nominees are out— Afternoon Edition
As SoCal residents brace for this week's heatwave forecasters say another one is coming. The federal government is accusing L.A.'s lead homelessness agency of…
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Volcano Fire evacuations, Boyle Heights meeting details, Ohtani hits 300th— Morning Edition
Nearly all evacuation orders are lifted in Riverside County where crews are battling the Volcano Fire. Plus, inside details of the closed-door meeting between…
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Two ICE detention centers sell to feds, Warehouse fire aid, Russia's possible Olympics return— Evening Edition
Private prison company CoreCivic is selling two of it's largest ICE detention centers in California to the Department of Homeland Security. Boyle Heights…
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Reforms to LA's 'mansion tax' shelved, Testing kindergartners math skills, ¿Y si sí? How Mexican fans found hope— Afternoon Edition
We'll talk about why proposals to reform L.A.'s mansion tax failed and what comes next. California lawmakers are considering new math testing requirements for…
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Boyle Heights residents face Lineage, LA firefighters return from Venezuela, World Cup spending in Inglewood— Morning Edition
Boyle Heights leaders say the company at the center of last month's warehouse fire can't give them concrete commitments. LA County firefighters get a hero's…
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LA tenant aid moving forward, CA costal commission rebuilding oversight, LA Phil benefit concert — Evening Edition
City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto will sign long-withheld contract with Legal Aid Foundation of L.A. A new proposal considers giving the powerful coastal…
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Controversy over Arroyo Seco project, Altadena school hosts comedy fundraiser, Mahjong at LA County parks—Afternoon Edition
Why a proposal to clean water from the Arroyo Seco has sparked controversy among three cities. An Altadena school destroyed in the Eaton fire is hoping comedy…
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Hundreds arrested in Newport Beach, New demands on Lineage over warehouse fire, Newsom's "Declaration of Election Independence"— Morning Edition
LA Mayor Karen Bass has new demands for the company at the center of the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. Governor Newsom is promising a "declaration of election…
The LA ReportPost 4th air quality, Governor and Dept of Ed, Mexico in the World Cup — Sunday Edition
A particle advisory is in effect until 3 p.m. today after 4th of July fireworks. Under the state’s new budget California’s next governor will have…
The LA Report4th of July events, Fireworks disposal advice, A British perspective on the 4th — Saturday Edition
We have a handy guide for July 4th events across Southern California. Tips on how to properly dispose of fireworks. A look at how Independence Day is viewed…
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Busy 4th of July travel week, Bad air quality warnings, 250th Anniversary time capsule — Evening Edition
LAX is expecting more than two million travelers to pass through their terminals this week. Air quality officials are warning of bad air quality this weekend…
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Safety concerns for Big Bear's bald eagles on July 4th, California 250 years ago, Where to eat in Glendale— Afternoon Edition
Why Big Bear's 4th of July celebration is raising safety concerns for the town's famous bald eagles. What California looked like 250 years ago. And for Food…
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Judge halts LAHSA funding freeze, Vendors not seeing World Cup boost, Guthrie ransom guilty plea— Morning Edition
The Trump Administration's plans to freeze homelessness funding in LA has been paused...at least temporarily. Some vendors say the World Cup has been a bust…
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California coastal protection risk, Reconnection of MacArthur Park, Federal funds for SoCal airports— Evening Edition
A new federal review threatens California's power to protect its coastline from oil and gas exploration. LA City Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez celebrates a…
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Comcast splits into two, What we know about Swift-Kelce wedding, Mexican jerseys sell fast during World Cup, Anime Expo in LA— Afternoon Edition
Why Comcast says it's splitting into two and what we know about the Taylor Swift Travis Kelce wedding. Mexican jerseys are hot commodities as the team advances…
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Boyle Heights residents demand warehouse closures, Record-low CA murder rate, Potential "Mansion Tax" reforms killed— Morning Edition
Boyle Heights residents demand the permanent closures of the Lineage warehouse. Murders in California are at their lowest levels in recorded history. The plan…
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LAHSA fund control changes, City Council pulls LAPD proposal, New trans youth care fund— Evening Edition
Hundreds of millions in L.A. County homelessness tax dollars are now under new management. L.A City Council pulled a ballot proposal that would have given the…
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Reforms to hold OC elected officials accountable, Whiteman Airport safety upgrades, Miley Cyrus Barbie— Afternoon Edition
How Orange County's grand jury is trying to hold elected officials accountable for misconduct. An embattled airport in Pacoima will soon get safety upgrades…
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Rats at Boyle Heights cleanup site, Minimum wage increases across SoCal, Celebrating Mexico's World Cup win— Morning Edition
Folks near the site of the Boyle Heights warehouse fire face a new threat... the critters. LA County is doling out some big bucks to the family of a man killed…
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Non-citizen voting measure off ballot, LA advocates respond to SCOTUS decision, 4th of July firework events — Evening Edition
Los Angeles City Council pulled a ballot proposal for November that could have led to non-citizens being allowed to vote in council and school board elections…
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Student loans changes kick in Jul. 1, Governor Newsom's budget, Lebron James leaves the Lakers— Afternoon Edition
We'll break down major changes that kick in tomorrow for student loan borrowers. What's in Governor Gavin Newsom's newly signed $352 billion dollar budget. And…
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Breaking News: Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship— Morning Edition
The Supreme Court has upheld birthright citizenship, sparking reaction across California and SoCal. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and…
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LAHSA sues the feds, Mayor Bass sets Boyle Heights cleanup deadline, LA funding deal for 2028 Olympics— Morning Edition
LA's homelessness agency is suing the feds over frozen funding. LA Mayor Bass sets a deadline for the Boyle Heights warehouse fire cleanup. LA's 2028 Olympic…
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LA Fire relief fund delays, LAUSD new superintendent, Big Bear eaglets take flight — Evening Edition
Senator Adam Schiff says that LA Fire relief funds might have to wait until the midterm elections. Los Angeles Unified School District has a new…
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More resources for Boyle Heights residents, SB 1090 aims to curb real estate speculators in Altadena, Plastic Free July — Afternoon Edition
Where Boyle Heights residents can get masks, air purifiers and other services following the warehouse fire. A proposed state bill could protect burned…
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Boyle Heights spoiled food cleanup, Fraudster attorneys target immigrants, Big Bear eaglet scare— Morning Edition
Crews in Boyle Heights take on the task of cleaning up 85 million pounds of spoiled food from the site of this month's warehouse fire. Plus, cleanup efforts…
The LA ReportWorld Cup knockout rounds, San Pedro’s Sunken City, Underrated LA spots — Sunday Edition — Sunday Edition
Cielito Lindo, a famous Olvera Street taquito stand that closed down in May, has reopened after raising thousands in donations. Knockout rounds for the World…
The LA ReportOC chemical clean-up, New trial for Palisades fire suspect, Gamer boot camp — Saturday Edition
A hazardous materials unit will begin work Monday to clean up two tanks with methyl methacrylate at the site of last month’s chemical incident in Garden…
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CA to vote on 14 ballot props in November, LA homelessness agency sues feds, CHOC extends trans youth care — Evening Edition
A look at some of the 14 measures hitting the state ballot this fall. L-A's homelessness agency is taking the federal government to court over funding freezes…
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Mistrial declared in Palisades trial, Judge says Metro can continue with Vermont Ave project, Where to get grub at CicLAvia Leimert Park to Expo Park — Afternoon Edition
A mistrial has been declared in the case against the man accused of starting a fire that led to the Palisades fire. A judge rules a Metro bus project in LA can…
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Palisades Fire trial deadlock, LA Mayor Bass calls for permanent path for TPS holders, LA County abuse settlement freeze denied— Morning Edition
Jurors in the Palisades Fire trial are deadlocked after a moment of confusion in the courtroom. LA Mayor Karen Bass condemns the Supreme Court's immigration…
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Air quality near Lineage warehouse fire, OC's grand jury wants to expand oversight powers, Law to require remote comment for local meetings — Evening Edition
The latest from fire and air quality officials on the warehouse fire in Boyle Heights. Citing LAist reporting, Orange County's grand jury wants to expand its…
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OC grand jury cracks down on misconduct, Calls to protect Big Bear bald eagles from fireworks, Toy Story 5 dominates box office— Afternoon Edition
Orange County's grand jury is cracking down on misconduct from elected officials. Advocates for Big Bear's bald eagles are asking city officials to protect the…
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Boyle Heights fire knocked down, LA County drug overdoses decline, New Michelin-starred restaurants— Morning Edition
The LA Fire Department says the Boyle Heights warehouse fire is officially knocked down. Now the attention turns to all that spoiled food. Drug ODs are down…
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FEMA funding for fire survivors extended, LA County leaders give warnings ahead of July 4th, Kogi x Sam Woo BBQ collab in SGV— Evening Edition
Federal disaster funding for fire survivors is extended. L.A. County authorities say leave the fireworks up to the pros this July 4th. A limited food pop up…
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Investigation into Keith Porter Jr. killing, Housing near transit stops, Space shuttle Endeavour new home— Afternoon Edition
What we know about the investigation into the killing of an L.A. man who was shot by an off duty ICE officer on New Years Eve. More housing could soon be…
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Boyle Heights air improvement expected, LA Unified screen time restrictions, Palisades Fire jury deliberations begin— Morning Edition
Firefighters say air conditions should be much better today at the site of the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. LA Unified approves one of the nation's strictest…
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LA moves to phase out oil drilling, Culver City teens right to vote, National parks camping tips — Evening Edition
The L.A. City Council once gain moves to phase out oil drilling. Culver City teens could soon gain the right to vote. And what to know if you're camping at a…
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The future of LAUSD leadership, warm weather coming to SoCal, building stress on San Andreas fault — Afternoon Edition
L.A. Unified's board meets to discuss the future of district leadership following Alberto Carvalho's resignation. A heat advisory is in effect through Thursday…
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Calls for Boyle Heights fire investigation, Trump suit tossed over LA sanctuary status, Palisades Fire trial closing arguments— Morning Edition
Elected leaders are demanding an investigation into the warehouse fire in Boyle Heights. A judge throws out the Trump Administration's lawsuit against LA over…
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Boyle Heights warehouse fire challenges, Unfinished investigation into killing of Keith Porter Jr., CA bill considers cannabis drive thru —Evening Edition
Why the warehouse fire in Boyle Heights has been challenging for firefighters. An off duty ICE officer killed an armed man on New Year's Eve but months later…
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Voter fraud allegations swirl ahead of election certification, Pasadena schools' tree removal plan sparks backlash, Olivia Rodrigo launches all-women music festival in Irvine — Afternoon Edition
L.A. and Orange Counties are set to certify the results of the June primary this week as feds continue to allege voter fraud. For Climate Monday, why backlash…
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Progress in Boyle Heights fire, LA Unified Superintendent resigns, Appeals court blocks controversial CA LGBTQ law— Morning Edition
Firefighters say they've got the upper hand on the Boyle Heights warehouse fire that's been burning since Wednesday. The company at the center of the fire is…
The LA ReportBad air from Boyle Heights fire blankets LA, Check-in on LA charter reforms, A zine fest for cats — Sunday Edition
Los Angeles and California have declared a state of emergency over the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. A measure that would allow the L.A. City Council to create…
The LA ReportBoyle Heights warehouse fire updates, Pasadena Unified tree removal, LA's Black queer club culture — Saturday Edition
A fire that started at a Boyle Heights cold storage facility on Wednesday continues to burn this weekend, blanketing Los Angeles in smoke. Pasadena Unified…
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Boyle Heights shelter in place orders lifted, PUSD votes to save trees, 'Sissies' pays tribute to LA's Black LGBTQ+ clubs— Evening Edition
The latest on the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. Pasadena Unified moves to save trees after a public outcry. A dance performance bringing together the past and…
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World Cup art installation, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pizzeria, New Iranian bakery in LA— Afternoon Edition
L.A City has commissioned a large-scale art installation for the World Cup at City Hall and the artist is asking help from young soccer fans. An official…
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Boyle Heights air quality concerns, FBI agents hit Skid Row, Glendale school board race tied— Morning Edition
Shelter-in-Place orders are back in effect in Boyle Heights where a warehouse fire has residents worried about what they're breathing in. FBI agents descend on…
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Huntington Beach's new housing plan, Compton facility cited, Inside the world's 1st AI art museum — Evening Edition
Huntington Beach adopts a housing plan after a long legal battle. Air quality regulators cited an oil recycling facility in Compton multiple times for…
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Proposed non-citizen voting measure, MacArthur Park World Cup celebration, New AI art museum — Afternoon Edition
The Los Angeles City Council has approved a ballot proposal for November that would allow non-citizens to vote in council and school board elections. MacArthur…
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Boyle Heights shelter-in-place lifted, Non-citizen voting plan advances, Billionaire tax heading to CA ballot— Morning Edition
Shelter-in-Place orders are lifted in Boyle Heights after a massive warehouse caught fire. But air quality concerns remain. LA City Council moves forward with…
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Boyle Heights cold storage facility fire, LA County Sheriff watchdog lawsuit, LA street improvement money to lapse — Evening Edition
Shelter in place orders are in place due to a smoke plume in Boyle Heights that may contain ammonia - see LAist.com for the latest. Why the L.A. County…
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Update on LA County Judge races, PUSD tree removal backlash, Juneteenth events in SoCal— Afternoon Edition
For Watchdog Wednesday, LAist reporter Cato Hernández goes over the election results of two sitting L.A. county judges who faced ethical issues…
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SoCal defendants in UFC White House plot, Drones threaten wildfire efforts, Langer's 79th b'day— Morning Edition
Riverside crews try to come up with a plan to get people affected by the Shore Fire back in their homes. Meanwhile, LA County Firefighters want people to keep…