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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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  • 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 12:01
    Governor Gavin Newsom signs five new laws meant to protect the rights of immigrants in California, include a mask ban for federal agents under most circumstances. Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan is elected president of the Directors Guild of America. A desert gathering embraces the beloved post-apocalyptic world of "Mad Max." Plus, more.

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    CA bans masks for ICE agents, New DGA President, 'Mad Max's desert party — Sunday Edition
    Governor Gavin Newsom signs five new laws meant to protect the rights of immigrants in California, include a mask ban for federal agents under most circumstances. Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan is elected president of the Directors Guild of America. A desert gathering embraces the beloved post-apocalyptic world of "Mad Max." Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 10:41
    Dodger great Clayton Kershaw pitched his last home game last night. A day of free soil testing in Altadena for those impacted by the Eaton Fire. And we look into the 100 years of history of The Aztec hotel in Monrovia.

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    Kershaw's last home game, Free Eaton Fire soil testing, Historic Aztec Hotel — Saturday Edition
    Dodger great Clayton Kershaw pitched his last home game last night. A day of free soil testing in Altadena for those impacted by the Eaton Fire. And we look into the 100 years of history of The Aztec hotel in Monrovia.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:34
    The city of L.A. approves a $5 million payment to its lawyers in a high profile homelessness settlement. Metro's A Line opens up 4 new stations in the Pomona Valley today. The Broad Museum in downtown LA celebrates its 10 year anniversary today. Plus, more.

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    LA approves $5 mil for lawyer fees on homelessness case, 4 new Metro A Line stations open, Broad Museum celebrates 10 years — The P.M. Edition
    The city of L.A. approves a $5 million payment to its lawyers in a high profile homelessness settlement. Metro's A Line opens up 4 new stations in the Pomona Valley today. The Broad Museum in downtown LA celebrates its 10 year anniversary today. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:53
    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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    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
    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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    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
    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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    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
    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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    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
    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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    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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