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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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Listen 5:41Santa Ana winds arrive tonight in Southern California putting trees in wet soil from last week’s storm at risk of falling. The 5 freeway is open and shelter in place orders are lifted after a gas pipe ruptured in the Castaic area yesterday. Bandfest gives Angelenos a preview of the Rose Parade’s world renowned marching bands. Plus, more.
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Santa Ana wind hazards, Castaic gas leak, Bandfest comes to Pasadena — Sunday EditionSanta Ana winds arrive tonight in Southern California putting trees in wet soil from last week’s storm at risk of falling. The 5 freeway is open and shelter in place orders are lifted after a gas pipe ruptured in the Castaic area yesterday. Bandfest gives Angelenos a preview of the Rose Parade’s world renowned marching bands. Plus, more.
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Listen 4:26RV residents in LA are demanding the City hit the brakes on removing abandoned RVs. Santa Ana winds hit Sunday with more rain in store for New Year's Eve. The Western Monarch Butterfly count begins today and scientists are on the hunt for a rare butterfly. Plus, more.
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RV disposal legal dispute, A wet New Year, The Monarch Butterfly count kicks off — Saturday EditionRV residents in LA are demanding the City hit the brakes on removing abandoned RVs. Santa Ana winds hit Sunday with more rain in store for New Year's Eve. The Western Monarch Butterfly count begins today and scientists are on the hunt for a rare butterfly. Plus, more.
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Listen 4:59A previous fire that wasn't fully out was the cause of a Ventura County fire that burned more than 200 homes, investigators say. Will Rogers State Park has been closed since the Palisades Fire, but it's finally set to reopen this weekend. LAist Orange County Reporter Yusra Farzan shares a pineapple chutney recipe that she says is sure to be a smash at your holiday party.
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Cause of Ventura County's Mountain Fire revealed, Will Rogers State Park reopens after 10 months, a Sri Lankan-inspired pineapple chutney to wow holiday guests — Afternoon EditionA previous fire that wasn't fully out was the cause of a Ventura County fire that burned more than 200 homes, investigators say. Will Rogers State Park has been closed since the Palisades Fire, but it's finally set to reopen this weekend. LAist Orange County Reporter Yusra Farzan shares a pineapple chutney recipe that she says is sure to be a smash at your holiday party.
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Listen 4:28Mandated flight cancelations are hitting SoCal because of the government shutdown. A Cal State lecturer is accused of throwing tear gas at immigration agents, and his lawyer says... bring on the legal fight. Governor Newsom says families are finally starting to see their SNAP funds again. Plus, more from Morning Edition.
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SoCal flight cancelations, Lecturer pleads not guilty to throwing tear gas, SNAP benefits restored— Morning EditionMandated flight cancelations are hitting SoCal because of the government shutdown. A Cal State lecturer is accused of throwing tear gas at immigration agents, and his lawyer says... bring on the legal fight. Governor Newsom says families are finally starting to see their SNAP funds again. Plus, more from Morning Edition.
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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!
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Listen 4:33The FAA is reducing flights -- what to expect in SoCal. Rescuers treat nearly a hundred oiled sea birds in San Pedro. Shohei Ohtani's "moonshot ball" is up for bid. Plus more, from Evening Edition.
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FAA reduces flights, Rescuers treat nearly a hundred oiled sea birds, Shohei Ohtani's "moonshot" ball up for bid — Evening EditionThe FAA is reducing flights -- what to expect in SoCal. Rescuers treat nearly a hundred oiled sea birds in San Pedro. Shohei Ohtani's "moonshot ball" is up for bid. Plus more, from Evening Edition.
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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!
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Listen 4:58King Tides have returned to Southern California and the Coastal Commission wants your help documenting them. LA 2028 organizers have unveiled a community volunteer program with opportunities to help with things like wildfire recovery and hunger relief ahead of the Games. An L.A. film festival circuit staple returns after a brief hiatus with an all new look.
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King Tides are back and you can help document them, volunteer opportunities ahead of 2028 Olympics, the return of Outfest — Afternoon EditionKing Tides have returned to Southern California and the Coastal Commission wants your help documenting them. LA 2028 organizers have unveiled a community volunteer program with opportunities to help with things like wildfire recovery and hunger relief ahead of the Games. An L.A. film festival circuit staple returns after a brief hiatus with an all new look.
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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!
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Listen 4:31SoCal airports could see flight reductions, because of the government shutdown. The LAPD refuses to release its crime data maps. Eaton Fire survivors are still finding toxins in their homes even after they've been cleaned. Plus, more from Morning Edition.
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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!
LAX, Ontario airports could see reductions, LAPD refuses to release crime data maps, Eaton Fire survivors continue to find home toxins— Morning EditionSoCal airports could see flight reductions, because of the government shutdown. The LAPD refuses to release its crime data maps. Eaton Fire survivors are still finding toxins in their homes even after they've been cleaned. 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
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Listen 4:52Californian Republicans are pushing back against Prop 50. Daycare providers are still struggling to reopen after the Eaton fire. Mountain lion spotting in Orange County. Plus more, from Evening Edition.
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CA Republicans sue over Prop 50, Daycare providers struggle after Eaton fire, Mountain lion spotted in OC — Evening EditionCalifornian Republicans are pushing back against Prop 50. Daycare providers are still struggling to reopen after the Eaton fire. Mountain lion spotting in Orange County. Plus more, from Evening Edition.
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Listen 4:58LAPD has stopped updating its online crime map, and is refusing to release the underlying data. Rent control rules can be confusing, but they've become so opaque in Baldwin Park that even city officials don't know how much landlords can legally raise rents. L.A. City Council has made a venue change for the 2028 Olympics closing ceremonies.
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LAPD no longer updating online crime map, confusion over rent control rules in Baldwin Park, 2028 Olympics closing ceremony venue plans change — Afternoon EditionLAPD has stopped updating its online crime map, and is refusing to release the underlying data. Rent control rules can be confusing, but they've become so opaque in Baldwin Park that even city officials don't know how much landlords can legally raise rents. L.A. City Council has made a venue change for the 2028 Olympics closing ceremonies.
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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!
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Listen 4:56Governor Newsom's taking a victory lap after California voters overwhelmingly passed Prop 50. Now, he's calling on other Democratic leaders. New research shows how much "micro-businesses" have suffered in the wake of the January's wildfires. LA Mayor Karen Bass ends the state of emergency over homelessness. 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!
Prop 50 vote reactions, Plight of "micro-businesses" in wake of January fires, LA Mayor Bass ends homelessness state of emergency— Morning EditionGovernor Newsom's taking a victory lap after California voters overwhelmingly passed Prop 50. Now, he's calling on other Democratic leaders. New research shows how much "micro-businesses" have suffered in the wake of the January's wildfires. LA Mayor Karen Bass ends the state of emergency over homelessness. Plus, more from Morning Edition.
Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com
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!