Support for LAist comes from
Become a sponsor
Audience-funded nonprofit news
Donate

LAist is part of Southern California Public Radio, a member-supported public media network.

Audience-funded nonprofit news
Listen
Donate
Podcasts
The LA Report
The L.A. Report
()
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.

About the Show

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.

Funding provided by:

Corporation for Public Broadcasting
()

Get LA News Updates Daily

We brief you on what you need to know about L.A. today.
Episodes
  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:31
    Listen • 4:31
    Checking in on WIC benefits amid shutdown, Anaheim drops theme park gate tax, How your ballot signature is checked — Evening Edition
    As millions in the state are set to lose their SNAP benefits, we'll tell you about one food aid program that isn't going away. The city of Anaheim has decided against putting a tax on theme parks and visitor parking on the ballot. We explain how California election officials verify ballot signatures. 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
    Listen • 4:59
    Details on Edison's Eaton Fire compensation program, Anaheim's independent review of waste claims, surf park coming to Newport Beach — Afternoon Edition
    SoCal Edison has released the final version of its voluntary compensation program for survivors of the Eaton Fire. The City of Anaheim has brought in an outside law firm to do an independent review of waste and fraud claims. Newport Beach approves plans for a surf park

    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!  

Support The LA Report today
The LA Report relies on listener support to bring you the podcasts and reporting you value.
  • 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.

    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
    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.

    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
    Listen • 4:38
    Listen • 4:38
    Emmy winners, 2028 Olympic security, LA County water bills on the rise— The A.M. Edition
    The winners are in from the biggest night in television. Security for the 2028 Olympics will be in the hands of the feds. Find out what that means for LA. Why you may be paying a lot more on your water bill. 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
    Listen • 12:46
    Listen • 12:46
    Major environmental bills headed to Newsom, Emmys security, Bird poop & SaMo — Sunday Edition
    An environmental package and other big bills close out the California legislative season. After last week's Charlie Kirk killing, organizers and city departments ramp up security at the Emmy Awards. Researchers zero in on one possible source of pollution at the Santa Monitor pier -- bird poop. 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
    Listen • 10:03
    Listen • 10:03
    SB79 passes legislature, SAG-AFTRA new prez, Inside the spooky General Hospital — Saturday Edition
    Major housing bill that would bring taller and denser housing to the state is awaiting Newsom's signature. Actor Sean Astin has been elected as SAG-AFTRA's new president. We take you inside the long shuttered General Hospital in Boyle Heights, which will be transformed into new housing.

    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
    Listen • 4:26
    Listen • 4:26
    Aliso Canyon methane leak has long-term health effects, LA's new plan for its parks, The mystery of the missing Arby's sign on Sunset — The P.M. Edition
    A study finds the natural gas leak in Aliso Canyon 10 years ago has had major health impacts. L.A. is setting a roadmap for what it'll do with its parks over the next 2 decades. We tracked down what happened to the famous Arby's sign in Hollywood. 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
    Listen • 4:18
    Listen • 4:18
    Ruling bars use of force against LA press, CA lawmakers pass police mask ban, "Mansion Tax" reforms fail— The A.M. Edition
    A judge is barring LA police and federal agents from using force against journalists covering protests. Separately, California lawmakers ban law enforcement, including the feds, from wearing masks. The plan to reform LA's so-called "mansion tax" has fallen apart. 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
    Listen • 4:34
    Listen • 4:34
    LA lags behind in speed camera installation, Why solar panel installation is stalling, Mayor Bass speeds up LAPD hiring — The P.M. Edition
    A pilot to install speed cameras in L.A. is lagging behind other cities. Why L.A. residents are installing fewer solar panels. Karen Bass signed an order today to speed up hiring more police officers. 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!  

Show More Episodes
Credits
STAFF-HEADSHOTS-2023
Austin Cross
Host, Morning Edition, AirTalk Friday, The L.A. Report Morning Edition
Headshot of Nereida Moreno
Nereida Moreno
Host, Midday, The L.A. Report Afternoon Edition
Headshot of Julia Paskin
Julia Paskin
Host, All Things Considered, The L.A. Report Evening Edition