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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.

Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

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Episodes
  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:57
    Listen • 4:57
    Judge rules US Atty Bill Essayli served beyond his limit, LA County approves nearly a billion dollar sex abuse payout, Rough night for the Dodgers— Morning Edition
    A federal judge has ruled that acting U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli has overstayed his welcome. L.A. County leaders have approved another hefty settlement for childhood sexual abuse claims. The Dodgers and Blue Jays are now tied. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:40
    Listen • 4:40
    CA joins lawsuit over SNAP benefits, LA County provides food assistance amid shutdown, "Guac" play explores Parkland dad's grief — Evening Edition
    California joins a lawsuit against the Trump administration over federal food aid. Meanwhile, the L.A. County Parks Department is stepping in to help feed Angelenos affected by the shutdown. The father of a Parkland shooting victim is using joy, art and advocacy to celebrate his son's life at a play showing in Culver City. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:53
    Listen • 4:53
    Late night reax to Kimmel suspension, Altadena renters win ash removal ruling, Judge 'inclined' to restore UCLA funds— The A.M. Edition
    Late night hosts rally behind Jimmy Kimmel after ABC pulled him from the air. It's a victory for Altadena renters in their battle get Eaton Fire ash removed. UCLA may be on the verge of getting back $500 million in frozen federal funds. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:41
    Listen • 4:41
    LA increases transparency on homelessness spending, Jimmy Kimmel protests, Dodgers and Kings star players to retire — The P.M. Edition
    L.A.'s updating the city's website to track its homelessness spending after an order from a federal judge. Protesters are gathering outside the studio where the suspended late night host Jimmy Kimmel tapes. Two L.A. sports legends announced their retirements today. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:18
    Listen • 4:18
    Flood watch in effect, Hollywood defends Jimmy Kimmel, Burn zone insurance struggles— The A.M. Edition
    A flood watch is now in effect because of remnants from Tropical Storm Mario. Hollywood rallies around Jimmy Kimmel after A-B-C pulls him from the air. SoCal homeowners near burn zones are struggling to get the insurance coverage they really need. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:42
    Listen • 4:42
    LA County may ban sharing license plate info with feds, K-Town residents protest over keeping parking, 2028 Olympics tickets — The P.M. Edition
    L.A. County could tighten up the data it shares with federal immigration agents from license plate readers. Residents in Koreatown are protesting their landlord's decision to convert their parking into housing. We have details on how to sign up for 2028 Olympics tickets. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:51
    Listen • 4:51
    UC staff sues President Trump, LAPD use of force report, Convicted OC murderer could be freed— The A.M. Edition
    More than 100,000 UC employees are suing President Trump, accusing him of trying to control what they say and teach. A stunning report on the LAPD exposes an oversized use of force against protesters. A man convicted in an 80s OC murder could soon be freed, because of a bad jail informant. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:35
    Listen • 4:35
    LA County investigates LAHSA misconduct claims, Post-fire rent report details ups and downs, LAUSD teachers hit picket line today — The P.M. Edition
    L.A. County looks into claims of misconduct at its former homelessness agency. Rents in LA went up after the January Fires - we look at what tenants are paying today. L.A. Unified teachers hit the picket line today. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:24
    Listen • 4:24
    Robert Redford RIP, LA County launches LAHSA investigation, Future of OC voter roll battle— The A.M. Edition
    Hollywood Icon Robert Redford has died. LA County launches an investigation into the region's homeless services authority. The battle with the feds over OC voter rolls is a step closer to going to trial. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:54
    Listen • 4:54
    Edison to vote on rate hikes this week, CA's COVID vaccine recommendations, How Long Beach's classroom phone ban's going — The P.M. Edition
    Southern California Edison customers could see pricier electric bills in the coming weeks as the . California is breaking with the feds on COVID vaccine recommendations. Long Beach Unified moved to restrict cell phone use. Plus, more.

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STAFF-HEADSHOTS-2023
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