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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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    We hear from protesters at yesterday’s “ICE Out For Good” protests that took place across Los Angeles -- more are planned today. A beloved Long Beach bookstore needs a new home -- or risks closing. The story of a cafe opened by the Downtown Women's Center, which helps women to transition out of homelessness. Plus, more.

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    Voices from ICE protests, LBC bookstore needs new home, Skid Row cafe helps women in need — Sunday Edition
    We hear from protesters at yesterday’s “ICE Out For Good” protests that took place across Los Angeles -- more are planned today. A beloved Long Beach bookstore needs a new home -- or risks closing. The story of a cafe opened by the Downtown Women's Center, which helps women to transition out of homelessness. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Strong Santa Ana winds are expected to hit their peak today, but will stick around until early next week. Protests against the fatal ICE shooting of Minneapolis woman Renee Good are planned across Southern California this weekend. The history of the Hollywood Center Motel, which largely burned down in a fire this week. Plus, more.

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    The Santa Anas are staying, ICE shooting protests, Hollywood Center Motel history — Saturday Edition
    Strong Santa Ana winds are expected to hit their peak today, but will stick around until early next week. Protests against the fatal ICE shooting of Minneapolis woman Renee Good are planned across Southern California this weekend. The history of the Hollywood Center Motel, which largely burned down in a fire this week. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Donald Trump has been elected the 47th President of the United States. Progressive Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón loses his seat to a moderate prosecutor. Men overwhelmingly voted for Trump, we look at patterns along race and gender.

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    Former President Donald Trump elected 47th President, Nathan Hochman defeats George Gascón in LA DA race, analyzing voting patterns along race and gender lines — The A.M. Edition
    Donald Trump has been elected the 47th President of the United States. Progressive Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón loses his seat to a moderate prosecutor. Men overwhelmingly voted for Trump, we look at patterns along race and gender.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    We speak to voters casting their ballots across Southern California and look at some of this year's biggest races. That includes the race for LA District Attorney, three LA City Council seats, and an effort to reform the LA County Board of Supervisors. Plus, more.

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    Election Special: Voter voices, races to watch and how to vote last minute — The P.M. Edition
    We speak to voters casting their ballots across Southern California and look at some of this year's biggest races. That includes the race for LA District Attorney, three LA City Council seats, and an effort to reform the LA County Board of Supervisors. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    California is suing Norwalk over its ban on homeless shelters. Another sentencing is scheduled today, in ex-city councilmember Jose Huizar's pay to play scheme. And some voting rules to follow on this Election day if you plan on going to a polling place. 

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    CA sues Norwalk over ban on homeless shelters, real estate consultant to be sentenced in ex-city councilmember Jose Huizar's pay to play scheme, voting rules for Election Day— The A.M. Edition
    California is suing Norwalk over its ban on homeless shelters. Another sentencing is scheduled today, in ex-city councilmember Jose Huizar's pay to play scheme. And some voting rules to follow on this Election day if you plan on going to a polling place. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Attorney General Rob Bonta is suing Norwalk over its homeless shelter policy. We look at key races ahead of Election Day. LA has a new Metro station that links the C and K lines. Plus, more.

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    California sues the city of Norwalk over its ban on homeless shelters; Preparing for Election Day; New Metro station is step toward LAX connection— The P.M. Edition
    Attorney General Rob Bonta is suing Norwalk over its homeless shelter policy. We look at key races ahead of Election Day. LA has a new Metro station that links the C and K lines. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The music world loses a legend. Some new federal rules could help travelers get a refund this holiday season. And we'll take you to the site of a new mural, dedicated to a late Dodger great. Plus more. 


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    Legendary music producer and composer Quincy Jones dies, new federal rules could help travelers during the holidays, new mural dedicated to the late Dodger great — The A.M. Edition
    The music world loses a legend. Some new federal rules could help travelers get a refund this holiday season. And we'll take you to the site of a new mural, dedicated to a late Dodger great. Plus more. 


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  • The L.A. Report
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    In Southern California, the arrival of Santa Ana winds has set off red flag warnings for wildfires. Also, a new mural honoring the late Dodger legend Fernando Valenzuela will be unveiled today in Boyle Heights. And later, how Hollywood played a role in Godzilla's international success. Plus, more.

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    Santa Ana winds bring fire risk; Unveiling of Fernando mural; L.A. and Godzilla — The Sunday Edition
    In Southern California, the arrival of Santa Ana winds has set off red flag warnings for wildfires. Also, a new mural honoring the late Dodger legend Fernando Valenzuela will be unveiled today in Boyle Heights. And later, how Hollywood played a role in Godzilla's international success. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    LAist investigates former OC Supervisor Michelle Steel's use of funds meant to feed needy seniors. Steel is now a US representative up for reelection. L.A. went all out yesterday to celebrate the Dodgers' World Series win. Also, have you ever come across Metro's Art Bus? It's a roving art exhibition that features dozens of portraits of Metro riders. Plus, more.

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    Former OC Supe Michelle Steel's use of federal relief funds; Dodgers parade; and inside Metro's Art Bus — The Saturday Edition
    LAist investigates former OC Supervisor Michelle Steel's use of funds meant to feed needy seniors. Steel is now a US representative up for reelection. L.A. went all out yesterday to celebrate the Dodgers' World Series win. Also, have you ever come across Metro's Art Bus? It's a roving art exhibition that features dozens of portraits of Metro riders. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    A new LAist investigation looks at how former OC Supervisor Michelle Steel directed $1.2 million for meals during the pandemic. Correspondent Frank Stolze breaks down the race for LA City Council District 10. Fans flooded LA today to celebrate the Dodgers. Plus, more.

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    Another former OC Supervisor faces scrutiny over COVID money; Race for LA City Council's Central LA district; LA Dodgers World Series parade — The P.M. Edition
    A new LAist investigation looks at how former OC Supervisor Michelle Steel directed $1.2 million for meals during the pandemic. Correspondent Frank Stolze breaks down the race for LA City Council District 10. Fans flooded LA today to celebrate the Dodgers. Plus, more.

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