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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 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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Episodes
  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:40
    Listen 4:40
    California votes on Prop 50, LAPD releases Palisades Fire after action report, Elysian Park celebrates new monarch habitat — Evening Edition
    We speak with California voters who've head to the polls in today's special election. The LAPD have released the crime report from areas evacuated during the Palisades Fire. Elysian Park welcomes a brand new monarch butterfly habitat. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:59
    Listen 4:59
    California voters at the polls weigh in on Prop 50, last minute voting tips, Hotel Cafe to close...for now — Afternoon Edition
    California voters casting their ballots on Prop 50 in person weigh in on what brought them out to vote, and what Prop 50's outcome means for the future of California politics. If you waited until the last minute to vote, or are wondering if you can still register, we've got tips! And a beloved Hollywood music venue says it's closing its doors for now...but maybe not for good.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:38
    Listen 4:38
    Advocates criticize new LAHSA head, House linked to Andrew Do hits the market, Councilmember Park wishes DIY crosswalks stayed — The P.M. Edition
    LA's choice to direct its homelessness agency has drawn criticism from advocates. A house at the center of the Andrew Do bribery scandal is now on the market. Why one councilmember supports the removed crosswalk in West L.A. that residents painted themselves. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 3:53
    Listen 3:53
    LA County considers ban on masked officers, OC plans to lose substance abuse funding, SoCal connection to NYC shooter— The A.M. Edition
    LA County considers banning masks on cops, including federal agents. Orange County prepares for the worst as it plans to lose substance abuse funding. The SoCal connection to the man accused of shooting up a New York City office building. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:36
    Listen 4:36
    OC asks Andrew Do to pay $10m, CA sues Trump to keep SNAP data private, More in-state applicants admitted to UCs — The P.M. Edition
    Orange County officials are asking for $10 million in restitution money from former supervisor Andrew Do. California joins other states in suing the Trump administration over access to SNAP (food stamp) data. The University of California system admitted more in-state students this year. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 3:53
    Listen 3:53
    Federal appeals hearing on SoCal ICE raids, Effects of Trump's emissions decision, Bill to ban military drones from protests— The A.M. Edition
    A Court hearing that the Trump Administration hopes will restart its most aggressive immigration raids in SoCal. The emissions decision from President Trump that could have serious consequences for folks in Southeast LA County. The LA Congressmember who wants to ban military drones from public protests. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 12:00
    Listen 12:00
    Bomb scare in Pacoima, Lady Justice statue, West LA crosswalks removed —  Sunday Edition
    A bomb scare at an LAPD station in Pacoima forced businesses and homes to evacuate yesterday. The story behind the unconventional Lady Justice statue in downtown Los Angeles. DIY crosswalks painted by local residents in a West L.A. neighborhood were removed by the city. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 9:40
    Listen 9:40
    Missing grenade in explosion probe, Minor league baseball in LBC, ICE & Terminal island —  Saturday Edition
    An update on the investigation behind the explosion at a training facility that killed three L.A. County Sheriff's deputies. Long Beach wants to bring minor league baseball back to the city. Why locals are monitoring an island in the Port of L.A. for ICE activity. And more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:46
    Listen 4:46
    Rep. Garcia speaks out on Epstein files, West Nile virus returns to LA, Freshly renovated Duke's Malibu to reopen — The P.M. Edition
    Long Beach rep Robert Garcia is demanding more transparency on the Epstein files. The first West Nile mosquitos of the season have been found. Duke's Malibu will be freshly renovated this year's landslides. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:31
    Listen 4:31
    Sen Padilla's new pathway to citizenship, Abuse claims at Adelanto detention center, Newsom condemns CA ammo ruling— The A.M. Edition
    A new Senate bill could open a pathway to citizenship for millions of immigrants without legal status. Claims of abused and neglected disabled detainees at the immigration detention center in Adelanto. The court ruling that Governor Newsom calls a "slap in the face" to the fight against gun violence. Plus, more.

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