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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.

About the Show

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 4:58
    Listen 4:58
    Eaton Fire survivors say Edison's compensation plan misses mark, a new OCMA exhibit on adolescence curated by teenagers, NBA greenlights Lakers sale — Afternoon Edition
    Eaton Fire survivors say SoCal Edison's compensation plan doesn't go far enough. A new exhibit at the Orange County Museum of Art curated by teenagers looks to capture the complexity of adolescence. The sale of the controlling stake of the Los Angeles Lakers is final.

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  • 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 4:29
    Listen 4:29
    College financial aid apps open, Proposed changes to LA's rent control, Dodgers one win away from NLCS — Afternoon Edition
    College financial aid applications are now open. L.A's rent control rules could soon change. The dodgers are on the verge of making it to the National League Championship Series. 

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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

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:33
    Listen 4:33
    Burbank airport recovers from staff shortages, Corporations are buying Eaton Fire homes, "The Collaboratory" opens in Altadena— Morning Edition
    The Burbank airport tries to get back to normal after it was left with no air traffic controllers. Corporations are buying up homes burned in the Eaton Fire. And Eaton Fire survivors are getting a new resource to help them recover. 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 4:36
    Listen 4:36
    Special election ballots mailed today, CA National Guard blocked from Portland deployment, Sinclair gas station's dinosaur mascot returned — Evening Edition
    Start looking out for your mail-in ballot for California's special election. Trump wants California national guard troops in Portland - state leaders react as a judge puts that on pause. A beloved gas station mascot has made its way back home after being stolen. 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 4:45
    Listen 4:45
    Former NFL Mark Sanchez faces felony charge, Comparing after action reports from major fires, Rush announces tour— Afternoon Edition
    Former NFL and USC quarterback Mark Sanchez faces a felony charge in Indianapolis. We look at how the response to the LA fires compares to the Woolsey fire. The band Rush is going on tour. 

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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 4:37
    Listen 4:37
    Judge blocks CA Nat'l Guard to Oregon, Detainee from Carson raid ordered released, Homeless shelter offers childcare— Morning Edition
    A judge blocks President Trump from sending the California National Guard to Oregon. A man whose leg was broken in a Carson ICE raid is ordered released. The struggle to find childcare for the unhoused population, and the site that may have a solution. 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 10:16
    Listen 10:16
    Dodgers victory, Concealed carry lawsuit, Mahjong social club — Sunday Edition
    Teoscar Hernandez carried the Dodgers to victory in Game 1 of the National League Division Series. The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department over slow concealed carry weapons permitting. A Monterey Park Mahjong club brings elders and youngsters together. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 10:28
    Listen 10:28
    DHS policy on unaccompanied minors, Refinery fire & jet fuel, Dodgers playoffs preview — Saturday Edition
    The Department of Homeland Security has started a program targeting unaccompanied children for voluntary deportation. How the Chevron refinery fire in El Segundo will squeeze Southern California’s jet fuel supply. The Dodgers and Phillies face off in game one of NLDS today. Plus, more.

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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 4:30
    Listen 4:30
    What last night's refinery fire means for gas prices, Typo in election mailers corrected, Where to get Labubu donuts (really) — Evening Edition
    What a fire at a oil refinery in El Segundo last night means for gas prices. State officials are sending out corrections for a typo in mailers for the November special election. Ever wish you could eat... a Labubu? We'll tell you where you can find berry crumb Labubu donuts in Long Beach. Plus, more in this Evening Edition of The LA Report. 

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Credits
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