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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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Episodes
  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:57
    Listen 4:57
    Judge rules US Atty Bill Essayli served beyond his limit, LA County approves nearly a billion dollar sex abuse payout, Rough night for the Dodgers— Morning Edition
    A federal judge has ruled that acting U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli has overstayed his welcome. L.A. County leaders have approved another hefty settlement for childhood sexual abuse claims. The Dodgers and Blue Jays are now tied. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:40
    Listen 4:40
    CA joins lawsuit over SNAP benefits, LA County provides food assistance amid shutdown, "Guac" play explores Parkland dad's grief — Evening Edition
    California joins a lawsuit against the Trump administration over federal food aid. Meanwhile, the L.A. County Parks Department is stepping in to help feed Angelenos affected by the shutdown. The father of a Parkland shooting victim is using joy, art and advocacy to celebrate his son's life at a play showing in Culver City. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

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    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!  

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:54
    Listen 4:54
    OC moves to audit Andrew Do's contracts, Scrap metal theft bill signed, New protections for transgender Californians — Evening Edition
    Orange County officials move to audit contracts approved under their former colleague, the disgraced former Supervisor Andrew Do. Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to lower scrap metal theft. Trans people in California will have new protections on their patient data. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!  

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:46
    Listen 4:46
    Storm passes through SoCal, Pasadena seeks to 'reconnect' 710 freeway stub, R&B singer D'Angelo dies — Afternoon Edition
    We'll bring you the latest on the storm that's flooding parts of SoCal. Pasadena city officials are looking to reconnect an unfinished freeway stub with the rest of the city. And the music world has lost a legend -- R&B singer D'Angelo.

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!  

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:07
    Listen 4:07
    Storm causes evacuation warnings, Secret LA County CEO payment, Kaiser nurses set to strike— Morning Edition
    Heavy rain and thunderstorms spark evacuation warnings across the region. LAist has uncovered a secret payment to the LA County CEO. Thousands of Kaiser nurses are set to strike. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 


    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!  

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:54
    Listen 4:54
    Kaiser nurses to strike tomorrow, FAA staffing shortages explained, Huntington fights illegal plant trade — Evening Edition
    Thousands of Kaiser nurses plan to go on strike tomorrow. If you have a flight coming up soon, what happens if there's an air traffic controller shortage? The Huntington has joined a coalition to combat illegal plant trade. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!  

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:59
    Listen 4:59
    A former LAUSD superintendent announces run for L.A. mayor, Check-in on Palisades fire aftermath, Comedian Marc Maron ends podcast— Afternoon Edition
    A one-time political ally of L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is now her most high-profile opponent in next year's election. We'll break down a new Palisades Fire after-action report. Comedian Marc Maron says goodbye to his podcast.  Plus, more, from the Afternoon Edition.


    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!  

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:09
    Listen 4:09
    Rain today brings Flood Watch, Getty Villa added to Palisades Fire lawsuit, Future Andrew Do investigations— Morning Edition
    A flood watch goes into effect later today. The Getty Villa has been added to the biggest lawsuit over the Palisades Fire. Orange County wants to know if disgraced former Supervisor Andrew Do has done anything else that's illegal. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 


    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    This LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autos

    Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!  

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 12:35
    Listen 12:35
    Billy Idol on punk, his world tour, and why he isn't... 'dead' — Special Edition
    Billy Idol has been making music for more than five decades, starting with the British punk band Generation X. The legendary rock has released a new album, and is on tour. He sits down with LAist Josie Huang for this special edition of L.A. Report.

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    Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 6:33
    Listen 6:33
    2026 LA mayoral race, Helicopter crash in HB, Why OC food is better — Sunday Edition
    The L.A. mayoral race has its first high-profile candidate: Austin Beutner. A helicopter lost control on Saturday and crashed into a set of palm trees in Huntington Beach, injuring several people. LAist's Orange County reporter on why she thinks food from that county is better.

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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