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  • The L.A. Report
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    Meet the tiny but mighty peanut butter scented amphibian that could get endangered status in California. The surprising San Fernando Valley connection to the Superbowl's celebratory confetti. For Food Friday, the Santa Monica chefs you should check out who are bringing their A-game to the westside.

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    Saving Western spadefoot, Superbowl confetti LA roots, Santa Monica rising chefs— Afternoon Edition
    Meet the tiny but mighty peanut butter scented amphibian that could get endangered status in California. The surprising San Fernando Valley connection to the Superbowl's celebratory confetti. For Food Friday, the Santa Monica chefs you should check out who are bringing their A-game to the westside.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    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
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    L.A. County Jails are seeing improvements in wait times and conditions, but there are worries over the population increasing. Southern California’s heat wave is on its way out. We get into vegetarian tacos and a K-Pop sensation. Plus, more.

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    L.A. County jail improvements, more extreme heat today, K-Pop Demon Hunters slays at theaters — Sunday Edition
    L.A. County Jails are seeing improvements in wait times and conditions, but there are worries over the population increasing. Southern California’s heat wave is on its way out. We get into vegetarian tacos and a K-Pop sensation. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Lyle Menendez was denied parole by the state parole board after his brother Erik was denied parole on Thursday. A heat wave that’s been baking southern California has been extended through Sunday. We get an update on the federal government freezing funding for UCLA, plus more!

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    Lyle Menendez denied parole, heat wave extended, UCLA feels funding freeze pinch —  Saturday Edition 
    Lyle Menendez was denied parole by the state parole board after his brother Erik was denied parole on Thursday. A heat wave that’s been baking southern California has been extended through Sunday. We get an update on the federal government freezing funding for UCLA, plus more!

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The L.A. City Council is exploring alternatives as it considers defunding the L.A. Homeless Services Authority. The Trump administration has pulled California's federal sex education funding. We tell you about some of the best cheap fast eats you can get in North Hollywood. Plus, more.


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    LA city council explores alternatives to LAHSA, Trump pulls CA sex ed funding, Cheap Fast Eats in NoHo — The P.M. Edition
    The L.A. City Council is exploring alternatives as it considers defunding the L.A. Homeless Services Authority. The Trump administration has pulled California's federal sex education funding. We tell you about some of the best cheap fast eats you can get in North Hollywood. Plus, more.


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  • The L.A. Report
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    SoCal Edison is warning of potential power shutoffs, in the middle of this week's heatwave. One of the Menendez Brothers has been denied parole, and the other faces the board today. Researchers are leaving academia after the Trump administration froze UCLA grants. Plus, more.

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    Potential power shutoffs amid heatwave, Erik Menendez denied parole, Researcher leaves UCLA due to cuts— The A.M. Edition
    SoCal Edison is warning of potential power shutoffs, in the middle of this week's heatwave. One of the Menendez Brothers has been denied parole, and the other faces the board today. Researchers are leaving academia after the Trump administration froze UCLA grants. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The state legislature approved Governor Newsom's redistricting plan today. California politicians accuse President Trump of using Border Patrol agents to intimidate them. A red flag warning is here: Officials warn of potential "extreme fire conditions." Plus, more.


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    Gov. Newsom's redistricting plan approved, Officials decry use of federal agents, Red flag warning hits during heatwave — The P.M. Edition
    The state legislature approved Governor Newsom's redistricting plan today. California politicians accuse President Trump of using Border Patrol agents to intimidate them. A red flag warning is here: Officials warn of potential "extreme fire conditions." Plus, more.


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  • The L.A. Report
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    This week's heatwave begins to peak. The Menendez Brothers have a date with the parole board. California lawmakers are set to approve a special election to re-write the Congressional maps. Plus, more.

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    Heatwave begins to peak, Menendez Bros parole hearing, CA lawmakers set to approve redistricting election— The A.M. Edition
    This week's heatwave begins to peak. The Menendez Brothers have a date with the parole board. California lawmakers are set to approve a special election to re-write the Congressional maps. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Community members call for the release of a high school senior detained by immigration agents. Former LAFD Chief Kristen Crowley is accusing city leadership of defamation after being fired by Mayor Karen Bass. We have tips to keep your pets cool during this week's heatwave. Plus, more.

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    High schooler detained by federal agents sparks outcry, Fired LAFD chief files defamation claim, How to keep your pets cool — The P.M. Edition
    Community members call for the release of a high school senior detained by immigration agents. Former LAFD Chief Kristen Crowley is accusing city leadership of defamation after being fired by Mayor Karen Bass. We have tips to keep your pets cool during this week's heatwave. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The biggest heat wave of the year arrives today. Plus, crews are on high alert for wildfires, but firefighters say they're ready. Teachers and activists demand the release of a high schooler who has spent weeks in federal immigration custody. Plus, more.

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    Heatwave arrives, Firefighters prepare for heat-related emergencies, Rally for detained high schooler— The A.M. Edition
    The biggest heat wave of the year arrives today. Plus, crews are on high alert for wildfires, but firefighters say they're ready. Teachers and activists demand the release of a high schooler who has spent weeks in federal immigration custody. Plus, more.

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