The LA Report

In this special Christmas Day edition: We thought it would be a good day to reflect on one of the things many of us turned to as a way to cope with another pandemic year: books. Larry Mantle and the AirTalk team asked listeners for their recommendations for the books that brought them joy, transported them from our tumultuous moment, and really helped us survive 2021.

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In this special Christmas Eve edition: 2021 was another tough pandemic year, so as we close it out and get ready for 2022, Larry Mantle and the AirTalk team wanted to hear about the art, entertainment, and culture that helped you get through 2021. Today, we’re looking back at some of the music that brought us peace and happiness.

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What's happening today: President Biden addresses nation about Omicron variant; Infections on rise again, but deaths holding steady; Airport travel safety tips; After a Grinch strikes, donations replace stolen toys in South LA.

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Here's your morning news: Omicron is now the dominant strain of COVID-19 in the U.S.; LAFD places dozens of members on leave due to vaccine refusal; Over 100 COVID infections discovered at SpaceX; NHL games cancelled Wednesday and Thursday; California suing Walmart over hazardous materials disposal; Giving two gifts at once this holiday season; More wet weather on the way.

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What's happening today: Universities reacting to COVID spread; Experts say boosters provide good protection against Omicron variant; Anti-Semitic fliers distributed in Beverly Hills and Pasadena; Chinatown highrise board members called on to resign; 1,300 gallon gasoline spill at Pasadena gas station. 

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Here's your morning news: LA's COVID-19 numbers are rising fast; Under-5 shots still months away; Rose Parade returns with COVID-era restrictions; Betty White is inviting you to her 100th birthday party; WeHo's cannabis tourism hopes. 

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What's happening today: CDC updates classroom guidelines; Long Beach mayor plans to run for Congress; Unease in Chinatown as developers buy locals' shopping spaces.

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Here's your morning news: School districts respond to anonymous TikTok threats; Major COVID outbreak in Yorba Linda school; Revised indoor COVID protocols for L.A. County; Rose Bowl game and parade return after hiatus; Ahmonson Theatre cancels performances due to staff outbreak; NASA to launch new telescope on Christmas Eve

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