The LA Report

Here's your morning news: LAUSD vaccine mandate takes effect today; FDA considers emergency use of Pfizer vaccine for kids under 12; Dodgers lose to Braves in game 2 of NLCS; L.A. Philharmonic has a new concert space for youth orchestra; The Comedy Store announces plans to enter the record business.

What's happening today: Our investigation into allegations of misconduct against women at LAFD; Thousands of city workers remain unvaccinated; IATSE strike may start as soon as Monday; Rite-Aid pharmacy workers approve new pay raise contract.

Here's your morning news: Former President Bill Clinton treated for infection at UC Irvine Medical Center; Accusations of hazing and abuse of female L.A. Fire Department members; Red Flag warnings as Santa Ana winds arrive; Check swing puts Dodgers over the Giants in nailbiter to advance to NLCS.

In this Sunday edition: Over the last several months, we've been investigating the long history of allegations of sexual harassment and racism at the Los Angeles Fire Department. We spoke to more than 20 sources, mostly women firefighters who detailed years of hostile ‘pranks’, isolation, and harassment. They also told us about the retaliation that keeps it all quiet. Senior politics reporter Libby Denkmann sat down with Nick Roman, who hosts the p.m. edition of The L.A. Report, to talk about what she heard. 

In this weekend edition: This month we're taking a look at apprenticeships as an alternative to a four-year college education. Proponents of apprenticeships say the model can help California workers who lack the resources for outside training advance in their careers. The LVN to RN apprenticeship program is a collaboration between Riverside City College, the state prison health care system, and SEIU Local 1000, the union that represents state employees. 

Today in L.A.: Indicted L.A. Councilman Mark Ridley-Thomas disputes corruption charges; U.S. "port envoy" says cooperation is needed for 24/7 operation; Coast Guard says Huntington Beach oil spill is smaller than first estimated; Dodgers vs. Giants in game 5 of NLDS.

Here's your morning news: L.A. City Councilman Mark Ridley Thomas indicted on corruption charges; Port of Los Angeles to move to 24/7 operations; Alisal Fire at 15,000 acres and 5% contained; IOTSE strike may start next week.

Here's what's happening today: Port of Los Angeles announces plans to operate 24/7; More truck drivers needed to transport cargo from ports; Alisal Fire in Santa Barbara County up to 15,000 acres.