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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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    The latest on a leaking oil well in Newport Beach. The Los Angeles Angels settle a lawsuit with the family of Tyler Skaggs. The 405 is slated to be partially closed. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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    Leaking oil well in Newport Beach, LA Angels settle with Tyler Skaggs family, The 405 freeway partially closes — Evening Edition
    The latest on a leaking oil well in Newport Beach. The Los Angeles Angels settle a lawsuit with the family of Tyler Skaggs. The 405 is slated to be partially closed. 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

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:59
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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
    Listen 4:44
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    The LAPD is asking a judge to let officers use banned tactics in tomorrow's "No Kings" protests. The feds accuse two LA property developers of committing fraud with public homelessness money. 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

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    LAPD asks judge to allow banned tactics at "No Kings" protests, Homelessness funding fraud charges, Mpox in LA County— Morning Edition
    The LAPD is asking a judge to let officers use banned tactics in tomorrow's "No Kings" protests. The feds accuse two LA property developers of committing fraud with public homelessness money. 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
    Listen 4:52
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    USC answers back to the request the school sign an agreement with the federal government. Why the courts have tapped the L.A. city controller to help oversee parts of L.A.'s homelessness response. A famous altarista from L.A. finally gets her own retrospective. 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!  

    USC rejects Trump compact, LA controller to oversee homelessness, Famous altarista gets her first retrospective — Evening Edition
    USC answers back to the request the school sign an agreement with the federal government. Why the courts have tapped the L.A. city controller to help oversee parts of L.A.'s homelessness response. A famous altarista from L.A. finally gets her own retrospective. 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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    Get ready to drop, cover and hold, for the international shake out day! And an iconic L.A. altar maker who helped popularize Día de los Muertos gets her first solo show. 

    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!  

    International shake out day, LA altar maker gets her first solo show — Afternoon Edition
    Get ready to drop, cover and hold, for the international shake out day! And an iconic L.A. altar maker who helped popularize Día de los Muertos gets her first solo show. 

    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
    Listen 4:03
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    The government adds new charges to the man accused of starting the Palisades Fire. Landlords are now responsible for disaster debris cleanup thanks to a new state law. Diabetics are about to get a big break on their insulin costs. 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!  

    New charges for Palisades Fire suspect, Landlords on the hook for disaster debris cleanup, CA insulin deal— Morning Edition
    The government adds new charges to the man accused of starting the Palisades Fire. Landlords are now responsible for disaster debris cleanup thanks to a new state law. Diabetics are about to get a big break on their insulin costs. 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
    Listen 4:49
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    Food assistance funding could end this week due to the federal shutdown. A judge rules on the federal government's demands for California to cooperate with immigration actions to get FEMA funds. Learn about the Hammer Museum's Made in L.A. exhibit, which features a giant inflatable teddy bear, among other things. 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!  

    SNAP funding at risk due to shutdown, Judge rules with CA over FEMA money, Why there's a giant teddy bear outside the Hammer — Evening Edition
    Food assistance funding could end this week due to the federal shutdown. A judge rules on the federal government's demands for California to cooperate with immigration actions to get FEMA funds. Learn about the Hammer Museum's Made in L.A. exhibit, which features a giant inflatable teddy bear, among other things. 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
    Listen 4:59
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    A new study finds that L.A. has once again undercounted the number of people living on the streets. We're uncovering more details about a secret payout to the L.A. County CEO. Solange Knowles is coming to USC to teach. 


    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!  

    New details to LA's confidential settlement to County CEO, Report shows undercount in LA's homelessness tally, Solange Knowles to teach at USC— Afternoon Edition
    A new study finds that L.A. has once again undercounted the number of people living on the streets. We're uncovering more details about a secret payout to the L.A. County CEO. Solange Knowles is coming to USC to teach. 


    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
    Listen 4:09
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    LA County is now in a state of emergency in response to the federal immigration crackdown. A new study says Los Angeles undercounted its latest homeless tally, and it's not close. Pasadena Unified School District's has to cut tens of millions of dollars or face a County takeover. 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!  

    LA County state of emergency, Study says LA undercounted homeless tally, Pasadena Unified budget crisis— Morning Edition
    LA County is now in a state of emergency in response to the federal immigration crackdown. A new study says Los Angeles undercounted its latest homeless tally, and it's not close. Pasadena Unified School District's has to cut tens of millions of dollars or face a County takeover. 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
    Listen 4:54
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    Orange County officials move to audit contracts approved under their former colleague, the disgraced former Supervisor Andrew Do. Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to lower scrap metal theft. Trans people in California will have new protections on their patient data. 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!  

    OC moves to audit Andrew Do's contracts, Scrap metal theft bill signed, New protections for transgender Californians — Evening Edition
    Orange County officials move to audit contracts approved under their former colleague, the disgraced former Supervisor Andrew Do. Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to lower scrap metal theft. Trans people in California will have new protections on their patient data. 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!