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The LA Report
The LA Report is your daily update on the top news stories in the Los Angeles region, brought to you by LAist 89.3. Hosted by Austin Cross, Nereida Moreno and Julia Paskin.

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The LA Report is produced 7 days a week. New weekday episodes drop before 8 a.m., 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. PT with episodes Saturdays and Sundays before noon PT. If you have any suggestions or feedback, or know something we should cover, email us.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    What last night's refinery fire means for gas prices, Typo in election mailers corrected, Where to get Labubu donuts (really) — Evening Edition
    What a fire at a oil refinery in El Segundo last night means for gas prices. State officials are sending out corrections for a typo in mailers for the November special election. Ever wish you could eat... a Labubu? We'll tell you where you can find berry crumb Labubu donuts in Long Beach. Plus, more in this Evening Edition of The LA Report. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:59
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    El Segundo refinery explosion's affect on air quality, how to get your mole (the food, not the animal) fix this weekend, revisiting Cheap Fast Eats neighborhods — Afternoon Edition
    What effects are the Chevron refinery explosion in El Segundo last night having on local air quality? The annual Feria de Moles is back this weekend, celebrating the rich variety of Mexican moles. And for Food Friday, our Cheap Fast Eats series returns to neighborhoods we've already visited...to try some places we missed the first time. Plus, more in this Afternoon Edition of The L.A. Report.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:58
    Listen • 4:58
    El Segundo refinery explosion, Newsom's warning universities over Trump compact, LA County libraries end digital lending services— Morning Edition
    An explosion rocks the El Segundo Chevron refinery. Governor Newsom tells California universities not to sign President Trump's latest funding compact, or else. LA County libraries are ending their digital lending services. Plus more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:59
    Listen • 4:59
    Changes to Huntington Beach Air Show, Help scientists learn about LA's flora & fauna, 'Gilmore Girls' 25th anniversary — Afternoon Edition
    This year's Huntington Beach Air Show will look a little different because of the government shutdown. Scientists want your help learning more about the animals, plants and insects that make Los Angeles unique. On its 25th birthday, a set designer for "Gilmore Girls" explains how the hit show created east coast fall on the Warner Bros. studio lot. Plus, more in this Afternoon Edition of The L.A. Report.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:10
    Listen • 4:10
    USC ultimatum, Felony charges for UC Irvine faculty member, LAX people mover delayed— Morning Edition
    The Trump Administration wants a written pledge from USC, if it wants to keep its federal funding. A UC Irvine faculty member is hit with felony charges over an alleged red dye protest. The LAX people mover is hit with new delays. Plus more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:36
    Listen • 4:36
    Councilmember Curren Price hospitalized, LA lifts some union construction requirements, What's in store this rainy season? — Evening Edition
    L.A. Councilmember Curren Price needed medical attention during an appearance today. The city of L.A. is moving forward with plans to roll back a requirement for union construction in one program. We bring you the current forecast for the upcoming rainy season. Plus, more in this Evening Edition of The LA Report. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:09
    Listen • 4:09
    Search for hawks stolen from SoFi Stadium, CA impact from federal government shutdown, LAX train delayed again — Afternoon Edition
    Police are searching for hawks stolen from SoFi Stadium during Sunday's LA Rams game. How the federal government shutdown will affect Southern Californians. LAX's train connecting terminals to the Metro system faces more delays. Plus, more in this Afternoon Edition of The L.A. Report.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:10
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    LA County passes wildfire alert improvements, CA wins 2 rulings vs Trump Admin, LAHSA reform delays— Morning Edition
    LA County takes action in the wake of a new report on January's wildfires. But the report itself has critics. California wins a pair of court rulings in its funding fights with the Trump Administration. LA’s homelessness agency has delayed a vote meant to reform its process for internal audits. Plus more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:41
    Listen • 4:41
    UCLA research funding restored, DOJ sues LASD over concealed carry, Kamasi Washington Blue Note residency — Evening Edition
    A federal judge restores hundreds of research grants to UCLA. The DOJ's Civil Rights Division is suing LASD over Second Amendment concerns. Kamasi Washington talks about his residency at the Blue Note L.A., which starts tonight. Plus, more in this Evening Edition of The LA Report. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:39
    Listen • 4:39
    Carpool lane rule changes for EV drivers, Metro brings TAP to Exit back to NoHo, how to talk to your kids about ICE — Afternoon Edition
    Starting tomorrow, EV drivers can't drive in the carpool lane solo anymore. Why Metro's TAP to Exit program is back in North Hollywood. And if you've wondered how to talk to your kids about immigration enforcement, we've got some tips. Plus, more in this Afternoon Edition of The L.A. Report.

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Austin Cross
Host, Morning Edition, AirTalk Friday, The L.A. Report Morning Edition
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Nereida Moreno
Host, Midday, The L.A. Report Afternoon Edition
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Julia Paskin
Host, All Things Considered, The L.A. Report Evening Edition