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

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Catalina Island is awarded a $37 million grant to install high-speed internet. The movie Love & Basketball turns 25 this year. LAist reporter Adolfo Guzman-Lopez shares his holiday tradition of making ponche.

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    High-speed internet for Catalina Island, 'Love & Basketball' turns 25, Holiday tradition of making Ponche — Afternoon Edition
    Catalina Island is awarded a $37 million grant to install high-speed internet. The movie Love & Basketball turns 25 this year. LAist reporter Adolfo Guzman-Lopez shares his holiday tradition of making ponche.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    LAist has discovered that the City of Anaheim has been using credit cards for purchases... a lot. Homeland Security defends the deportation of an army vet from the San Fernando Valley. California regulators are cutting utility company profits, but just by a wee bit. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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    Anaheim credit card purchases, DHS defends deportation of army vet, Rams OT thriller— Morning Edition
    LAist has discovered that the City of Anaheim has been using credit cards for purchases... a lot. Homeland Security defends the deportation of an army vet from the San Fernando Valley. California regulators are cutting utility company profits, but just by a wee bit. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Why U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says he'll pull some federal funding for California. How to get to the polls for free on the November 4th election. The Santa Anas are back, so our science reporter explains why the winds may make you feel a little weird. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!  

    US DOT threatens pulling federal funding, Getting to next week's special election, Santa Anas come back today — Evening Edition
    Why U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says he'll pull some federal funding for California. How to get to the polls for free on the November 4th election. The Santa Anas are back, so our science reporter explains why the winds may make you feel a little weird. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!  

  • The L.A. Report
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    The Santa Ana winds are back, which means it's going to get hot. UC Irvine is set to open the nation's first all-electric hospital. We'll share where you can grab a bite around Dodger Stadium during the World Series.

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!  

    Santa Ana winds bring heat to SoCal, UC Irvine to open first all-electric hospital, Where to eat around Dodger Stadium— Afternoon Edition
    The Santa Ana winds are back, which means it's going to get hot. UC Irvine is set to open the nation's first all-electric hospital. We'll share where you can grab a bite around Dodger Stadium during the World Series.

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!  

  • The L.A. Report
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    Governor Newsom and LA Mayor Bass are rejecting the feds' plan to send election monitors to California. ExxonMobil is suing California over a law requiring the company to disclose its greenhouse emissions. The country's first all-electric hospital is coming to Irvine. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!  

    CA reaction to federal election monitors plan, ExxonMobil sues CA, Irvine gets all-electric hospital— Morning Edition
    Governor Newsom and LA Mayor Bass are rejecting the feds' plan to send election monitors to California. ExxonMobil is suing California over a law requiring the company to disclose its greenhouse emissions. The country's first all-electric hospital is coming to Irvine. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!  

  • The L.A. Report
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    The Dodgers are heading home for Game 3 of the World Series tomorrow after tying things up in Toronto last night. LAX closes Terminal 5 for construction of a brand new state of the art terminal ahead of the 2028 Olympics. A local organization is using horror movies to help people deal with stress. 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!

    Dodgers tie up World Series, LAX closes Terminal 5, Your first Halloween — Sunday Edition
    The Dodgers are heading home for Game 3 of the World Series tomorrow after tying things up in Toronto last night. LAX closes Terminal 5 for construction of a brand new state of the art terminal ahead of the 2028 Olympics. A local organization is using horror movies to help people deal with stress. 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!

  • The L.A. Report
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    Voting centers for the statewide special election on redistricting open in L.A. County today. L.A. Diving into the history of a thriving Filipino community in the San Fernando Valley. The life and times of Tyrus Wong, one of the first Asian Americans to make a mark in Hollywood with his influence on the Disney film, "Bambi." Plus, more.

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    Prop 50 voting, West Nile death in L.A. County, 'Bambi' artist Tyrus Wong— Saturday Edition
    Voting centers for the statewide special election on redistricting open in L.A. County today. L.A. Diving into the history of a thriving Filipino community in the San Fernando Valley. The life and times of Tyrus Wong, one of the first Asian Americans to make a mark in Hollywood with his influence on the Disney film, "Bambi." Plus, more.

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Some families who were forcibly separated at the border during Trump's first term are being split up again. The US Department of Justice says they'll monitor polling sites at Los Angeles, Orange and Riverside counties. Today and tomorrow, you can visit a haunted house in a historic home in West Hills. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!  

    Families feel effects of both Trump admins' immigration policies, US DOJ to monitor SoCal polling sites, Historic haunted house in West Hills — Evening Edition
    Some families who were forcibly separated at the border during Trump's first term are being split up again. The US Department of Justice says they'll monitor polling sites at Los Angeles, Orange and Riverside counties. Today and tomorrow, you can visit a haunted house in a historic home in West Hills. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!  

  • The L.A. Report
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    The man accused of starting the Palisades Fire has pleaded not guilty. The LA Food Bank is getting ready for a CalFresh crisis. Gov Newsom throws a lifeline to Planned Parenthood. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!  

    Palisades Fire suspect arraigned, CalFresh crisis preps, CA Planned Parenthood funding— Morning Edition
    The man accused of starting the Palisades Fire has pleaded not guilty. The LA Food Bank is getting ready for a CalFresh crisis. Gov Newsom throws a lifeline to Planned Parenthood. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!  

  • The L.A. Report
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    L.A. city leaders have voted to extend legal aid for tenants. A study looks at the effect of cash assistance for people experiencing homelessness. We hear from Danny Elfman on the 10th annual Nightmare Before Christmas live concert at the Hollywood Bowl. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!  

    LA City Council extends anti-eviction program, How effective are cash payments for the unhoused, Danny Elfman on his 'Nightmarish' legacy — Evening Edition
    L.A. city leaders have voted to extend legal aid for tenants. A study looks at the effect of cash assistance for people experiencing homelessness. We hear from Danny Elfman on the 10th annual Nightmare Before Christmas live concert at the Hollywood Bowl. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    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!