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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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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:59
    Listen • 4:59
    California voters at the polls weigh in on Prop 50, last minute voting tips, Hotel Cafe to close...for now — Afternoon Edition
    California voters casting their ballots on Prop 50 in person weigh in on what brought them out to vote, and what Prop 50's outcome means for the future of California politics. If you waited until the last minute to vote, or are wondering if you can still register, we've got tips! And a beloved Hollywood music venue says it's closing its doors for now...but maybe not for good.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:59
    Listen • 4:59
    Election day for Prop 50, San Fernando Valley teenager remains in Adelanto Detention Center, Lakers win without big three— Morning Edition
    Election day is here and California voters will decide the future of midterms. We check in on San Fernando Valley teenager who was detained by federal agents months ago.  Lakers overcome absence of their star players. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 9:42
    Listen • 9:42
    Air quality after July 4, Dodgers' blowout loss, A cemetery's spooky past —  Saturday Edition
    It's the day after July 4th, how is Fido doing? We check in on air quality post-fireworks. Dodgers got pummeled by the Houston Astros in a blowout 18 to 1 loss. Host Robert Garrova takes you on a tour of a cemetery in Sunland-Tujuna with quite the macabre reputation. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:56
    Listen • 4:56
    Fireworks explosion in Pacoima, LA City Council considers new ADU proposal, Irvine looks at a new housing development — The P.M. Edition
    One man has been killed in a home firework explosion in Pacoima, CA. A new LA City Council proposal would allow homeowners to build and sell ADUs in their backyard. Irvine may consider a new housing development that would build townhomes on a retired asphalt plant. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 5:04
    Listen • 5:04
    Julio Cesar Chavez Jr arrest, LAPD's new guidance for dealing w/feds, Deadly Pacoima fireworks explosion— The A.M. Edition
    The family of Julio Cesar Chavez Junior speaks out after his immigration arrest. LA's police chief has new guidance for officers dealing with federal agents. Pacoima sees first-hand the deadly potential of fireworks. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:58
    Listen • 4:58
    Home at center of Andrew Do scandal seized, LA County has a leader for its new homelessness agency, Restaurants struggling due to fear of raids — The P.M. Edition
    U.S. Marshals have seized former O.C. supervisor Andrew Do's daughter's home. L.A. County has a leader for its new homelessness agency. Immigration enforcement has had a chilling effect on local restaurants' business. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 5:01
    Listen • 5:01
    DHS investigates peeing agents in Pico Rivera, The future of fantasy sports betting in CA, Dodgers sued over DEI— The A.M. Edition
    Pico Rivera educators demand answers over federal agents who peed on campus property. The Dodgers have been sued over their attempts at diversity and inclusion. A strike that could have crippled grocery shopping has now been avoided. The fate of fantasy sports betting in CA could be decided today. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:41
    Listen • 4:41
    Sheriff Luna on rebuilding trust, Some say fire mortgage relief not provided, Pets and fireworks — The P.M. Edition
    L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna says he hopes to rebuild trust in law enforcement when federal troops leave. Some who lost their homes in the L.A. fires say their banks aren't abiding by state rules. We have tips on keeping your pets safe and secure during the fireworks this week. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 5:01
    Listen • 5:01
    LA City & County pursue legal action over immigration crackdown, Constitutional experts weigh in on federal suit against LA, Newsom to announce TV & film tax credits— The A.M. Edition
    Both LA City and County are firing up their lawyers to take on the recent federal immigration crackdown. Constitutional experts are weighing in on the Trump Administration lawsuit against Los Angeles. Hollywood has $750 million reasons to celebrate today. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:59
    Listen • 4:59
    LA officials blast Trump lawsuit, CA sues HHS over health data access, New LA rent hike cap — The P.M. Edition
    L.A. city officials are condemning the Trump administration's lawsuit against the city's sanctuary policy. Meanwhile, the state is suing the federal government for giving immigration officials access to personal health data. L.A.'s new rent increase cap is now in effect as of today. Plus, more.

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Credits
Headshot of Austin Cross
Austin Cross
Host, Morning Edition, AirTalk Friday, The L.A. Report Morning Edition
Headshot of Nereida Moreno
Nereida Moreno
Host, Midday/All Things Considered
Headshot of Julia Paskin
Julia Paskin
Host, All Things Considered, The L.A. Report Evening Edition