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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 4:36
    Listen 4:36
    US DOT threatens pulling federal funding, Getting to next week's special election, Santa Anas come back today — Evening Edition
    Why U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says he'll pull some federal funding for California. How to get to the polls for free on the November 4th election. The Santa Anas are back, so our science reporter explains why the winds may make you feel a little weird. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:50
    Listen 4:50
    Santa Ana winds bring heat to SoCal, UC Irvine to open first all-electric hospital, Where to eat around Dodger Stadium— Afternoon Edition
    The Santa Ana winds are back, which means it's going to get hot. UC Irvine is set to open the nation's first all-electric hospital. We'll share where you can grab a bite around Dodger Stadium during the World Series.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:59
    Listen 4:59
    El Segundo refinery explosion's affect on air quality, how to get your mole (the food, not the animal) fix this weekend, revisiting Cheap Fast Eats neighborhods — Afternoon Edition
    What effects are the Chevron refinery explosion in El Segundo last night having on local air quality? The annual Feria de Moles is back this weekend, celebrating the rich variety of Mexican moles. And for Food Friday, our Cheap Fast Eats series returns to neighborhoods we've already visited...to try some places we missed the first time. Plus, more in this Afternoon Edition of The L.A. Report.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:58
    Listen 4:58
    El Segundo refinery explosion, Newsom's warning universities over Trump compact, LA County libraries end digital lending services— Morning Edition
    An explosion rocks the El Segundo Chevron refinery. Governor Newsom tells California universities not to sign President Trump's latest funding compact, or else. LA County libraries are ending their digital lending services. Plus more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:59
    Listen 4:59
    Changes to Huntington Beach Air Show, Help scientists learn about LA's flora & fauna, 'Gilmore Girls' 25th anniversary — Afternoon Edition
    This year's Huntington Beach Air Show will look a little different because of the government shutdown. Scientists want your help learning more about the animals, plants and insects that make Los Angeles unique. On its 25th birthday, a set designer for "Gilmore Girls" explains how the hit show created east coast fall on the Warner Bros. studio lot. Plus, more in this Afternoon Edition of The L.A. Report.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:10
    Listen 4:10
    USC ultimatum, Felony charges for UC Irvine faculty member, LAX people mover delayed— Morning Edition
    The Trump Administration wants a written pledge from USC, if it wants to keep its federal funding. A UC Irvine faculty member is hit with felony charges over an alleged red dye protest. The LAX people mover is hit with new delays. Plus more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:36
    Listen 4:36
    Councilmember Curren Price hospitalized, LA lifts some union construction requirements, What's in store this rainy season? — Evening Edition
    L.A. Councilmember Curren Price needed medical attention during an appearance today. The city of L.A. is moving forward with plans to roll back a requirement for union construction in one program. We bring you the current forecast for the upcoming rainy season. Plus, more in this Evening Edition of The LA Report. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:09
    Listen 4:09
    Search for hawks stolen from SoFi Stadium, CA impact from federal government shutdown, LAX train delayed again — Afternoon Edition
    Police are searching for hawks stolen from SoFi Stadium during Sunday's LA Rams game. How the federal government shutdown will affect Southern Californians. LAX's train connecting terminals to the Metro system faces more delays. Plus, more in this Afternoon Edition of The L.A. Report.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Listen 4:10
    LA County passes wildfire alert improvements, CA wins 2 rulings vs Trump Admin, LAHSA reform delays— Morning Edition
    LA County takes action in the wake of a new report on January's wildfires. But the report itself has critics. California wins a pair of court rulings in its funding fights with the Trump Administration. LA’s homelessness agency has delayed a vote meant to reform its process for internal audits. Plus more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Listen 4:41
    UCLA research funding restored, DOJ sues LASD over concealed carry, Kamasi Washington Blue Note residency — Evening Edition
    A federal judge restores hundreds of research grants to UCLA. The DOJ's Civil Rights Division is suing LASD over Second Amendment concerns. Kamasi Washington talks about his residency at the Blue Note L.A., which starts tonight. Plus, more in this Evening Edition of The LA Report. 

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Host, Morning Edition, AirTalk Friday, The L.A. Report Morning Edition
Host, Midday, The L.A. Report Afternoon Edition
Host, All Things Considered, The L.A. Report Evening Edition