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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 News. Hosted by Austin Cross, Nereida Moreno and Julia Paskin on weekdays and Josie Huang on the weekends.

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Episodes
  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:59
    A new report says L.A. hosting the Olympics may not be worth the cost. Why Santa Ana citizens are concerned about their city council approving police drones. Pasadena Humane is opening a pair of short-term fostering programs for non committal pet lovers. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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    Is hosting the Olympics worth it?, Santa Ana police drones, Pasadena Humane's short term foster program — Evening Edition
    A new report says L.A. hosting the Olympics may not be worth the cost. Why Santa Ana citizens are concerned about their city council approving police drones. Pasadena Humane is opening a pair of short-term fostering programs for non committal pet lovers. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:58
    How the city of L.A. is cracking down on illegal price gouging in the wake of the L.A. fires. Why thousands of students walked out class yesterday to protest downtown. And a producer on the film 'Sinners' is making history at this year's Oscars. We'll tell you about his Glendale roots. 

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    LA lawsuit targets price gouging after January fires, LA student walkout, 'Sinners' producer with Glendale roots makes history — Afternoon Edition
    How the city of L.A. is cracking down on illegal price gouging in the wake of the L.A. fires. Why thousands of students walked out class yesterday to protest downtown. And a producer on the film 'Sinners' is making history at this year's Oscars. We'll tell you about his Glendale roots. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:39
    L.A. Unified says its latest test scores are at a historic high. The band Def Leppard is getting its flowers. A member of the legendary rock en español group Café Tacvba debuts his first album. 

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    LAUSD test scores improve, Café Tacvba on new album and LA, Def Leppard gets Hollywood star— Afternoon Edition
    L.A. Unified says its latest test scores are at a historic high. The band Def Leppard is getting its flowers. A member of the legendary rock en español group Café Tacvba debuts his first album. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:49
    The man accused of starting the Palisades Fire is scheduled to appear in a Florida court. Questions abound after his arrest, including why firefighters couldn't put out embers that were smoldering days before the big blaze. An LAist investigation finds ICE agents calling the shots at a hospital in Boyle Heights, and medical staff told to comply. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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    Palisades Fire suspect scheduled for court, LAFD report on Palisades response, ICE agents at Boyle Heights hospital— Morning Edition
    The man accused of starting the Palisades Fire is scheduled to appear in a Florida court. Questions abound after his arrest, including why firefighters couldn't put out embers that were smoldering days before the big blaze. An LAist investigation finds ICE agents calling the shots at a hospital in Boyle Heights, and medical staff told to comply. 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 4:48
    How to the Palisades fire was started by another blaze burning underground. Hundreds of people in L.A. County are expected to be discharged from recuperative care facilities this week. Find out which Lakers legend will be the next Rose Parade Grand Marshall. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

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    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!  

    Fire hotspots' role in starting the Palisades Fire, LA County care facility troubles, Lakers legend to lead Rose Parade — Evening Edition
    How to the Palisades fire was started by another blaze burning underground. Hundreds of people in L.A. County are expected to be discharged from recuperative care facilities this week. Find out which Lakers legend will be the next Rose Parade Grand Marshall. 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

    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 4:53
    The man accused of intentionally igniting the Palisades Fire is set to appear in court. State officials are asking the public to speak out against negligent landlords. A new children's magazine is being printed in our own backyard. 

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    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!  

    Uber driver arrested in connection w ith Palisades Fire, CA seeks tenant testimony, New kids magazine in SoCal — Afternoon Edition
    The man accused of intentionally igniting the Palisades Fire is set to appear in court. State officials are asking the public to speak out against negligent landlords. A new children's magazine is being printed in our own backyard. 

    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 1:12
    A suspect has been arrested for igniting the Palisades Fire. Prosecutors say 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht purposely started a fire on New Year's Day. Those flames later reignited as the Palisades Fire.

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    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!  

    Breaking News Update: Arrest made in Palisades Fire— Morning Edition
    A suspect has been arrested for igniting the Palisades Fire. Prosecutors say 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht purposely started a fire on New Year's Day. Those flames later reignited as the Palisades Fire.

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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

    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 4:13
    Angelinos are a step closer to a big hike on trash fees. The nutritional needs of a million California mothers and children are at risk from the government shutdown. The highest-ranking woman in Seal Beach police history is suing the city, claiming sexism and harassment. Plus, more from Morning 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

    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 trash fee hike, CA WIC funding in doubt, Female officer sues Seal Beach— Morning Edition
    Angelinos are a step closer to a big hike on trash fees. The nutritional needs of a million California mothers and children are at risk from the government shutdown. The highest-ranking woman in Seal Beach police history is suing the city, claiming sexism and harassment. Plus, more from Morning 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

    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 4:40
    It'll soon be illegal to rent out apartments without refrigerators - find out when the law takes effect. L.A. County is looking into allegations that attorneys paid some plaintiffs to file lawsuits in a $4 billion settlement with the county. How you can buy Bob Ross paintings and support public media. 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

    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!  

    Newsom signs law requiring fridges, LA County investigates attorney misconduct, How to bid on Bob Ross paintings in LA — Evening Edition
    It'll soon be illegal to rent out apartments without refrigerators - find out when the law takes effect. L.A. County is looking into allegations that attorneys paid some plaintiffs to file lawsuits in a $4 billion settlement with the county. How you can buy Bob Ross paintings and support public media. 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 4:29
    College financial aid applications are now open. L.A's rent control rules could soon change. The dodgers are on the verge of making it to the National League Championship Series. 

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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

    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!  

    College financial aid apps open, Proposed changes to LA's rent control, Dodgers one win away from NLCS — Afternoon Edition
    College financial aid applications are now open. L.A's rent control rules could soon change. The dodgers are on the verge of making it to the National League Championship Series. 

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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

    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!