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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 News. Hosted by Austin Cross, Nereida Moreno and Julia Paskin on weekdays and Josie Huang on the weekends.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 10:25
    In this weekend edition: Gov. Newsom wants at least 70% of working-age Californians to have a college degree or certificate by 2030. Where they get those degrees is another question. From college pathways reporter Jill Replogle.

    Then: In one rent-controlled building in Koreatown, tenants have been told to accept large rent hikes — or face eviction. The city, however, says the practice is legal. From economics reporter David Wagner.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

    California's public universities are (mostly) full. Why not build another campus? Plus: Despite LA’s pandemic rent freeze, tenants are being hit with big increases – The Weekend Edition
    In this weekend edition: Gov. Newsom wants at least 70% of working-age Californians to have a college degree or certificate by 2030. Where they get those degrees is another question. From college pathways reporter Jill Replogle.

    Then: In one rent-controlled building in Koreatown, tenants have been told to accept large rent hikes — or face eviction. The city, however, says the practice is legal. From economics reporter David Wagner.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 5:28
    What's happening today: COVID hospitalizations continue to drop, but health officials say there's more work to be done; Gov. Newsom confident state is ready to weather new phase of pandemic; CSU Chancellor Joseph Castro resigns amid allegations of sexual misconduct; With L.A.'s mayoral election still months away, Congressmember Karen Bass leads pack of candidates; In rebuke to Texas' similar abortion law, a new state bill would allow citizens to enforce the state's assault weapons ban; In curious decision, Academy Awards will not require presenters and performers to be vaccinated.

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    In rebuke to Texas' abortion law, a new state bill would allow citizens to enforce California's assault weapons ban. Plus: COVID's new phase, L.A.'s mayoral favorite, and more – The P.M. Edition
    What's happening today: COVID hospitalizations continue to drop, but health officials say there's more work to be done; Gov. Newsom confident state is ready to weather new phase of pandemic; CSU Chancellor Joseph Castro resigns amid allegations of sexual misconduct; With L.A.'s mayoral election still months away, Congressmember Karen Bass leads pack of candidates; In rebuke to Texas' similar abortion law, a new state bill would allow citizens to enforce the state's assault weapons ban; In curious decision, Academy Awards will not require presenters and performers to be vaccinated.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 6:47
    Here's your morning news: CSU chancellor resigns amid sexual harassment allegations; Sheriff Alex Villanueva vehemently denies KPCC report on Twin Towers jail conditions; Former Angels communications director facing prison time after conviction for providing drugs that killed Tyler Skaggs; LAFD to discipline 29 firefighters who refuse to abide by vaccine mandate; State AG announces fraud charges against dozens of current and former East LA CHP officers; Missing Mt. Pinos hiker found; Home of pioneering Black architect Paul Revere Williams designated as a historical monument; For fans of mid-century design, Modernism Week is underway in Palm Springs.

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    CSU chancellor resigns amid sexual harassment allegations. Plus: Disciplining anti-vax firefighters, CHP fraud charges, and more – The Morning Edition
    Here's your morning news: CSU chancellor resigns amid sexual harassment allegations; Sheriff Alex Villanueva vehemently denies KPCC report on Twin Towers jail conditions; Former Angels communications director facing prison time after conviction for providing drugs that killed Tyler Skaggs; LAFD to discipline 29 firefighters who refuse to abide by vaccine mandate; State AG announces fraud charges against dozens of current and former East LA CHP officers; Missing Mt. Pinos hiker found; Home of pioneering Black architect Paul Revere Williams designated as a historical monument; For fans of mid-century design, Modernism Week is underway in Palm Springs.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 5:43
    What's happening today: Gov. Newsom outlines pandemic plan; Sheriff Villanueva denies KPCC report on Twin Towers jail conditions; Texas jury convicts former Angels communications director of providing drugs that killed Tyler Skaggs; A history lesson about UCs and CSUs.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

    Gov. Newsom outlines 'SMARTER' path forward for pandemic. Plus: Twin Towers jail, Tyler Skaggs, and more – The P.M. Edition
    What's happening today: Gov. Newsom outlines pandemic plan; Sheriff Villanueva denies KPCC report on Twin Towers jail conditions; Texas jury convicts former Angels communications director of providing drugs that killed Tyler Skaggs; A history lesson about UCs and CSUs.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 5:16
    In this Sunday edition: Hired by the city of Pasadena to help curb gun violence in the wake of a spate of shootings, gang interventionists talk about the challenges of their difficult work. From criminal justice reporter Emily Elena Dugdale.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

    How Pasadena's gang interventionists grapple with the cycle of jail and death – The Sunday Edition
    In this Sunday edition: Hired by the city of Pasadena to help curb gun violence in the wake of a spate of shootings, gang interventionists talk about the challenges of their difficult work. From criminal justice reporter Emily Elena Dugdale.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 7:04
    Here's your morning news: LAUSD's new superintendent tours campuses; A Reseda high school wins 'Academic Decathlon'; More state funding coming for homeless housing; L.A. City Council president wants to appoint Herb Wesson to serve the 10th District; City Council calls for pet-friendly establishments to post owner obligation signs, as well as the banning of disposable utensils; Is California poised for a 'lithium rush'?; Controlled burns in San Bernardino National Forest today through Saturday.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

    LAUSD's new leader tours campuses in first week. Plus: Reseda's 'Academic Decathlon', increasing homeless housing, and more – The Morning Edition
    Here's your morning news: LAUSD's new superintendent tours campuses; A Reseda high school wins 'Academic Decathlon'; More state funding coming for homeless housing; L.A. City Council president wants to appoint Herb Wesson to serve the 10th District; City Council calls for pet-friendly establishments to post owner obligation signs, as well as the banning of disposable utensils; Is California poised for a 'lithium rush'?; Controlled burns in San Bernardino National Forest today through Saturday.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 5:27
    What's happening today: Rams victory parade coverage; L.A.'s pandemic death toll passes a grim milestone; Winner decided in SGV 49th District special election; L.A. City Council agrees to pick up bill for repairs to Beachwood Stairs in Hollywood Hills. 

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

    While Omicron recedes, L.A.'s pandemic death toll passes a grim milestone. Plus: Rams' victory parade, 49th district special election, and more – The P.M. Edition
    What's happening today: Rams victory parade coverage; L.A.'s pandemic death toll passes a grim milestone; Winner decided in SGV 49th District special election; L.A. City Council agrees to pick up bill for repairs to Beachwood Stairs in Hollywood Hills. 

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 6:41
    Here's your morning news: Statewide indoor mask rules are lifted today in California, but not yet in L.A. County; Rams victory parade today at 11:00am; Arraignment postponed for man suspected of starting brush fire in Whittier area; Hopeful UC applicants set to receive acceptance letters for fall semester; Beverley Hills law enforcement say they arrested three in connection with series of armed robberies; Ratification vote pending on deal between O.C. Transportation Authority and its drivers to avert strike; FAA approves 'safe parking' site for people living in vehicles; Childcare centers struggle to hire enough early educators.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

    As statewide indoor masking rules are lifted, L.A. County says not so fast. Plus: Rams victory parade, UC fall semester, and more.
    Here's your morning news: Statewide indoor mask rules are lifted today in California, but not yet in L.A. County; Rams victory parade today at 11:00am; Arraignment postponed for man suspected of starting brush fire in Whittier area; Hopeful UC applicants set to receive acceptance letters for fall semester; Beverley Hills law enforcement say they arrested three in connection with series of armed robberies; Ratification vote pending on deal between O.C. Transportation Authority and its drivers to avert strike; FAA approves 'safe parking' site for people living in vehicles; Childcare centers struggle to hire enough early educators.

    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.