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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 Reiner family has issued a statement, the first since the death of Rob and Michelle Reiner Sunday. A judge ruled in favor of Congressmembers making unannounced visits to immigration detention centers. We tell you about a very zany rendition of the Christmas classic, Die Hard. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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    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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    Reiner family issues first statement, Judge says Congress should have access to immigration prisons, 'Die Heart' musical rocks Burbank — Evening Edition
    The Reiner family has issued a statement, the first since the death of Rob and Michelle Reiner Sunday. A judge ruled in favor of Congressmembers making unannounced visits to immigration detention centers. We tell you about a very zany rendition of the Christmas classic, Die Hard. 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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    Applications are now open for L.A. County's rent relief program. We'll bring you an update on a street safety activist who was arrested last week for painting crosswalks. And, on this day more than 30 years ago, the Simpson's first episode debuted. Plus, more from Afternoon Edition. 

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    LA County rent relief program, DIY crosswalk arrest update, Simpson's first episode anniversary— Afternoon Edition
    Applications are now open for L.A. County's rent relief program. We'll bring you an update on a street safety activist who was arrested last week for painting crosswalks. And, on this day more than 30 years ago, the Simpson's first episode debuted. Plus, more from Afternoon Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Paramount makes a hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, plus President Trump weighs in on Netflix's deal. State mortgage relief is about to expire for wildfire survivors, and they need more. LA City Councilmembers want to know what role President Trump will have in planning the 2028 Olympics. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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    Paramount makes hostile bid for Warner Bros Discovery, Fire survivors want more mortgage relief, Motion over feds' role in 2028 Olympics— Morning Edition
    Paramount makes a hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, plus President Trump weighs in on Netflix's deal. State mortgage relief is about to expire for wildfire survivors, and they need more. LA City Councilmembers want to know what role President Trump will have in planning the 2028 Olympics. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Angelenos gathered last night for the 105th annual lighting of Christmas Tree Lane in Altadena, the first lighting since the Eaton Fire. L.A. County Supervisors will take up a final vote this week on a mask ban for law enforcement in unincorporated areas. Exploring which LA pubs to visit for the 2026 World Cup. Plus, more.

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    Altadena celebrates Christmas Tree Lane, LA County mask ban, Exploring LA pubs — Sunday Edition
    Angelenos gathered last night for the 105th annual lighting of Christmas Tree Lane in Altadena, the first lighting since the Eaton Fire. L.A. County Supervisors will take up a final vote this week on a mask ban for law enforcement in unincorporated areas. Exploring which LA pubs to visit for the 2026 World Cup. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Eleven additional L.A. County workers have been charged with felony grand theft for claiming unemployment benefits during the pandemic. FIFA announced the inaugural 2026 World Cup game between Los Angeles and Paraguay will start at 6 p.m. Altadena’s Christmas Tree Lane is lighting up, a year after the Eaton Fire. Plus, more.

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    Unemployment fraud, LA World Cup kick off times, Christmas Tree Lane lights up — Saturday Edition
    Eleven additional L.A. County workers have been charged with felony grand theft for claiming unemployment benefits during the pandemic. FIFA announced the inaugural 2026 World Cup game between Los Angeles and Paraguay will start at 6 p.m. Altadena’s Christmas Tree Lane is lighting up, a year after the Eaton Fire. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    What we learned today about Which 2026 World Cup matches will happen in LA. There's a new way to track pollution in your neighborhood. State officials try to lure a 500 pound bear from under a home in Altadena.

     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 World Cup venue announced, How to track pollution in your neighborhood, Luring a 500-pound Altadena bear — Evening Edition
    What we learned today about Which 2026 World Cup matches will happen in LA. There's a new way to track pollution in your neighborhood. State officials try to lure a 500 pound bear from under a home in Altadena.

     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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    L.A. is moving forward with a plan to include water taxis for the 2028 Olympics. Estimates are in for about how much revenue the Olympics could bring to L.A. Plus, for Food Friday, we'll talk about tamales that are pushing the boundaries.

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    Water taxis for 2028 Olympics, LA28 revenue estimates, $27 tamales— Afternoon Edition
    L.A. is moving forward with a plan to include water taxis for the 2028 Olympics. Estimates are in for about how much revenue the Olympics could bring to L.A. Plus, for Food Friday, we'll talk about tamales that are pushing the boundaries.

    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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    Netflix is the winner of the bidding war for Warner Brothers-Discovery. SoCal Edison's compensation plan for Eaton Fire survivors may come with a big tax bill. CalFire is suing Orange County over the Airport Fire. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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    Netflix to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, Eaton survivor compensation tax concerns, CalFire sues Orange County— Morning Edition
    Netflix is the winner of the bidding war for Warner Brothers-Discovery. SoCal Edison's compensation plan for Eaton Fire survivors may come with a big tax bill. CalFire is suing Orange County over the Airport Fire. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

    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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    A federal judge considers whether to make California hand over sensitive voter data to the federal government. Tomorrow we'll learn which teams are playing at SoFi Stadium for the World Cup. Tonight's supermoon could also bring king tides to our shores. 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!  

    Judge weighs turning over CA voting data, World Cup announcement tomorrow, Tonight's supermoon and king tides — Evening Edition
    A federal judge considers whether to make California hand over sensitive voter data to the federal government. Tomorrow we'll learn which teams are playing at SoFi Stadium for the World Cup. Tonight's supermoon could also bring king tides to our shores. 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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    Today is the last day for California counties to certify the election results of Prop 50. LAist wants your help in creating the ultimate holiday guide of things to do in SoCal. Plus, we'll get a sneak peak into the Sid the Cat Auditorium.

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    Prop 50 voter turnout, LAist guide to the ultimate holiday season, Sid the Cat Auditorium— Afternoon Edition
    Today is the last day for California counties to certify the election results of Prop 50. LAist wants your help in creating the ultimate holiday guide of things to do in SoCal. Plus, we'll get a sneak peak into the Sid the Cat Auditorium.

    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!