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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 • 4:44
    Listen • 4:44
    Feds crackdown on people who interfered during ICE raids, Audit suggests LAPD revise response to mental health calls, Dodgers lose Game 5 of WS — Morning Edition
    The feds crack down on people who interfered during immigration raids. L.A. city's controller says L.A. police need to change how they respond to mental health crisis calls. The Dodgers have one last shot to make a comeback in the World Series. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:31
    Listen • 4:31
    Checking in on WIC benefits amid shutdown, Anaheim drops theme park gate tax, How your ballot signature is checked — Evening Edition
    As millions in the state are set to lose their SNAP benefits, we'll tell you about one food aid program that isn't going away. The city of Anaheim has decided against putting a tax on theme parks and visitor parking on the ballot. We explain how California election officials verify ballot signatures. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

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  • 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. 


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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!  

  • 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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  • 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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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 9:55
    Listen • 9:55
    Embattled LA County juvenile halls, West Nile virus case in Pasadena, Oyster scraps for the coast — Saturday Edition
    A judge has temporarily denied Attorney General Rob Bonta’s request to put L.A. County’s juvenile jails into a state receivership. Los Angeles County CEO Fesia Davenport abruptly announced she’d be going on leave until next year. Using oyster scraps to protect the Orange County coastline. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:50
    Listen • 4:50
    Newsom signs SB79 into law, Long Beach fix-it clinics this weekend, New state laws aim to protect pets — Evening Edition
    A new law signed today allows more apartment buildings near transit hubs. Long Beach fix-it clinics will give your old stuff new life. We have details on bills Newsom signed meant to protect pets. 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!  

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:46
    Listen • 4:46
    New CA state symbols: snake and shrub, Weekend events roundup, Why OC food scene is better than LA — Afternoon Edition
    California has announced two new state symbols, a snake and a shrub. We'll bring you a roundup of weekend events in SoCal. For Food Friday, we'll tell you why the Orange County food scene trumps L.A. 

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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!  

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:50
    Listen • 4:50
    Eaton survivors' Edison demands, Calls for Palisades survivors tax break, LAUSD test scores— Morning Edition
    A group of Eaton Fire survivors say a proposed compensation plan from SoCal Edison lowballs survivors. LA Mayor Karen Bass wants to give Palisades fire survivors a tax break. The report card is in for LA Unified students. Plus, more from Morning 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!  

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen • 4:44
    Listen • 4:44
    LA Times staffers authorize strike, Palisades Fire suspect update, CA school lunches will be less processed — Evening Edition
    LA Times staff may soon walk off the job. We give you the latest on the case against the man accused of starting the Palisades fire. Some foods will soon be banned from being served at California schools. 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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Austin Cross
Host, Morning Edition, AirTalk Friday, The L.A. Report Morning Edition
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Nereida Moreno
Host, Midday, The L.A. Report Afternoon Edition
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Julia Paskin
Host, All Things Considered, The L.A. Report Evening Edition