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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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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:39
    Kaiser nurses are staging an "open-ended" strike starting today. O.C. residents are speaking out about a hospital's decision to stop gender-affirming care for youth. Governor Newsom wants to give childcare centers affected by last year's fires a reprieve. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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    Kaiser strike launched today, CHOC to restrict health care for trans youth, Newsom's reprieve for fire-stricken child care — Evening Edition
    Kaiser nurses are staging an "open-ended" strike starting today. O.C. residents are speaking out about a hospital's decision to stop gender-affirming care for youth. Governor Newsom wants to give childcare centers affected by last year's fires a reprieve. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:49
    Students at Long Beach Unified will go phone-free starting today. How the end of the Affordable Care Act subsidies could impact local low-cost community health clinics. Plus for Climate Monday we'll get an egg-citing update from Big Bear's famous bald eagle couple 

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    Long Beach Unified phone ban begins, How expired ACA subsidies will affect local health clinics, Eaglet watch in Big Bear— Afternoon Edition
    Students at Long Beach Unified will go phone-free starting today. How the end of the Affordable Care Act subsidies could impact local low-cost community health clinics. Plus for Climate Monday we'll get an egg-citing update from Big Bear's famous bald eagle couple 

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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 19:37
    In this Sunday edition: When a Taiwanese man attacked a Taiwanese church in Laguna Woods last month, killing one, young Taiwanese living in the region were forced to reckon with the island's complex politics.

    Then: A group of dancers in North Hollywood is trying to form what would be the only stripper union in the nation. They've been picketing in front of Star Garden – a topless bar – for three months.

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

    Laguna Woods shooting forces young Taiwanese in the U.S. to confront homeland politics. Plus: Dancers in North Hollywood are trying to form first stripper union in the nation.
    In this Sunday edition: When a Taiwanese man attacked a Taiwanese church in Laguna Woods last month, killing one, young Taiwanese living in the region were forced to reckon with the island's complex politics.

    Then: A group of dancers in North Hollywood is trying to form what would be the only stripper union in the nation. They've been picketing in front of Star Garden – a topless bar – for three months.

    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 24:26
    In this weekend edition: On Saturday, the Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art and Culture opens in Riverside. It will feature Marin's huge personal collection of Chicano art.

    Then: This week on AirTalk host Larry Mantle to talked about how you can prep and plan for the summer grilling season, and we heard from listeners about their best BBQ tips and recipes.

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

    Cheech Marin talks about his new art museum in Riverside. Plus: BBQ tips and tricks for the grilling season – The Weekend Edition
    In this weekend edition: On Saturday, the Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art and Culture opens in Riverside. It will feature Marin's huge personal collection of Chicano art.

    Then: This week on AirTalk host Larry Mantle to talked about how you can prep and plan for the summer grilling season, and we heard from listeners about their best BBQ tips and recipes.

    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 5:44
    What's happening today: FDA approves Moderna and Pfizer vaccines for children under five; Unemployment in California way down from a year ago; Emails show former Chapman University law professor knew plan to overturn 2020 election was illegal; Gov. Newsom joins Trump social network to call out Republican lies.

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

    FDA approves Moderna and Pfizer vaccines for children under five. Plus: Unemployment way down, Newsom plays provocateur on Trump's social network, and more.
    What's happening today: FDA approves Moderna and Pfizer vaccines for children under five; Unemployment in California way down from a year ago; Emails show former Chapman University law professor knew plan to overturn 2020 election was illegal; Gov. Newsom joins Trump social network to call out Republican lies.

    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 6:16
    Here's your morning news: Jan. 6 House committee turns focus on Donald Trump advisor, a former professor at Chapman University in Orange; FIFA chooses eleven US stadiums to host 2026 World Cup; Joshua Tree protection order still up in the air, after vote yesterday; Weather phenomenon known as La Nina defying expectations; Testimony to resume in trial of man charged in killing of Nipsey Hussle; The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture of the Riverside Art Museum dedicated on Thursday; L.A.'s natural wonders to be featured in upcoming PBS series.

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

    Jan. 6 House committee turns focus on Trump advisor, a former Chapman professor. Plus: World Cup 2026 in L.A., Joshua Tree protections, and more – The Morning Edition
    Here's your morning news: Jan. 6 House committee turns focus on Donald Trump advisor, a former professor at Chapman University in Orange; FIFA chooses eleven US stadiums to host 2026 World Cup; Joshua Tree protection order still up in the air, after vote yesterday; Weather phenomenon known as La Nina defying expectations; Testimony to resume in trial of man charged in killing of Nipsey Hussle; The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture of the Riverside Art Museum dedicated on Thursday; L.A.'s natural wonders to be featured in upcoming PBS series.

    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 5:34
    What's happening today: L.A. County inspector general confirms that Sheriff's deputies detained and cited black teens at a disproportionate rate; County prosecutors charge Venice man with attempted murder after shooting CHP officer; How fear and panic from attacks affects the public and the police; How Laguna Woods shooting affected second generation Taiwanese Americans; SoFi Stadium to host World Cup matches in 2026.

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

    Sheriff's deputies detained and cited black teens at a disproportionate rate, confirms L.A. County Inspector General. Plus: CHP shooter charged, World Cup 2026, and more – The P.M. Edition
    What's happening today: L.A. County inspector general confirms that Sheriff's deputies detained and cited black teens at a disproportionate rate; County prosecutors charge Venice man with attempted murder after shooting CHP officer; How fear and panic from attacks affects the public and the police; How Laguna Woods shooting affected second generation Taiwanese Americans; SoFi Stadium to host World Cup matches in 2026.

    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 6:25
    Here's your morning news: Simi Valley man indicted over threats to Supreme Court justice; Private security guards in L.A. demand safer working conditions; New poll reports dissatisfaction with LAPD; Pacific Coast Trail hiking family update; California Fish and Game Commission considering classifying western Joshua tree as endangered species; Water officials say major cuts needed next year.

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

    Simi Valley man indicted over threats to Supreme Court justice. Plus: Security guard working conditions, LAPD dissatisfaction, and more – The Morning Edition
    Here's your morning news: Simi Valley man indicted over threats to Supreme Court justice; Private security guards in L.A. demand safer working conditions; New poll reports dissatisfaction with LAPD; Pacific Coast Trail hiking family update; California Fish and Game Commission considering classifying western Joshua tree as endangered species; Water officials say major cuts needed next year.

    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 5:42
    What's happening today: Names released of two officers killed in El Monte gunfight; FDA panel recommends both Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for small children; L.A. County Sheriff's Department trying to counter what they say is a 'false' narrative about deputy gangs; Marking ten years since President Obama created DACA program.

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

    Names released of two officers killed in El Monte gunfight. Plus: Vaccines for small children, L.A. Sheriffs claim 'false' narratives – The P.M. Edition
    What's happening today: Names released of two officers killed in El Monte gunfight; FDA panel recommends both Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for small children; L.A. County Sheriff's Department trying to counter what they say is a 'false' narrative about deputy gangs; Marking ten years since President Obama created DACA program.

    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 6:39
    Here's your morning news: El Monte community in mourning following loss of two police officers killed in line of duty Tuesday night; Man accused of shooting and wounding CHP officer remains in custody; Cooler weather, low winds help firefighters make progress on  wildfire burning in Angeles National Forest; FDA advisory committee backs Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for kids 6 to 17; Mental health advocates say there's a better use for the shuttered St. Vincent Medical Center; Coalition of groups withdraws support for L.A. River Master Plan.

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

    Two El Monte police officers killed in line of duty. Plus: CHP shooter in custody, Moderna for kids, and more – The Morning Edition
    Here's your morning news: El Monte community in mourning following loss of two police officers killed in line of duty Tuesday night; Man accused of shooting and wounding CHP officer remains in custody; Cooler weather, low winds help firefighters make progress on  wildfire burning in Angeles National Forest; FDA advisory committee backs Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for kids 6 to 17; Mental health advocates say there's a better use for the shuttered St. Vincent Medical Center; Coalition of groups withdraws support for L.A. River Master Plan.

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