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Austin Cross
What I cover
I help listeners understand how decisions about housing, homelessness, law, and local government shape everyday life in Southern California. I also unpack the bigger themes — from identity and culture to the way media narratives shape our perception of the world. And every Friday on AirTalk, I bring Angelenos together around one of our favorite topics: food.
My background
I’m a native Angeleno and Golden Mike Award-winning journalist who hosts Morning Edition and AirTalk Fridays on LAist 89.3, as well as The L.A. Report A.M. Edition. I started in LA radio at KNX in 2010 and joined LAist (then KPCC) in 2014. Along the way, I’ve also contributed to APM’s Marketplace and was a longtime producer and reporter for Take Two with A Martinez. As a second-generation Los Angeles radio host, I take pride in delivering crucial information while showcasing the many sides of Southern California.
My goals
My goal is to give Angelenos the clarity and context they need to navigate life in one of the most dynamic regions in the world. Whether it’s a challenging conversation with a policymaker, a deep dive into housing policy, or a lighter moment on Food Friday, I aim to make news accessible, engaging, and thought-provoking.
Best way to reach me
I’d love to hear from you if you have feedback, story ideas, or want to connect. You can reach me at across@laist.com. You can also follow me on Instagram and TikTok at @AustinCrossTalk.
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High bacteria levels and a number of popular beaches, plus rain, means health official are urging us to stay dry.
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Karen Bass and Rick Caruso have distinctly different positions on some key issues. They face off on the November ballot.
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What to expect: Non-stop music, food, films, yoga, dancing and more.
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In a statement, Moreno said, "It has been a great honor and privilege to own the Angels for 20 seasons." But ultimately, Moreno and his family decided now is the time to sell.
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When Black public figures prove to be anything other than superhuman, their lapses in judgment can (and often will) provide America’s contingent of comment-section-dwelling racists with fodder they need to continue denigrating people of color.
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The city has one of the highest minimum wages in the U.S.
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County residents will be able to pick up PCR test kits and return completed tests at one of 13 designated locations across the county.
