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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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    President Trump refuses to back down from his threats to take over the permit process for LA wildfire survivors. A Los Angeles City Councilmember is ordered to stand trial on corruption charges. LA's 2-1-1 hotline didn't live up to expectations during the holiday rainstorms. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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    Trump doubles down on wildfire rebuilding threats, LA City Councilman to stand trial on corruption, Dr Oz targets SFV Armenian businesses— Morning Edition
    President Trump refuses to back down from his threats to take over the permit process for LA wildfire survivors. A Los Angeles City Councilmember is ordered to stand trial on corruption charges. LA's 2-1-1 hotline didn't live up to expectations during the holiday rainstorms. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    State lawmakers are trying to make it easier for Californians to sue ICE agents. We have tips from experts for legally documenting federal immigration operations. We remember Compton's own Shirley Raines, the founder of the Skid Row nonprofit Beauty 2 the Streetz. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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    Lawmakers want to make it easier to sue ICE, What to remember when filming federal agents, Beauty 2 the Streetz founder remembered — Evening Edition
    State lawmakers are trying to make it easier for Californians to sue ICE agents. We have tips from experts for legally documenting federal immigration operations. We remember Compton's own Shirley Raines, the founder of the Skid Row nonprofit Beauty 2 the Streetz. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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  • The L.A. Report
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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.

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

    It's been another tough year. Here's the music that brought us peace and happiness in 2021.
    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.

    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
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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.

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

    How President Biden plans to tackle the Omicron variant. Plus: More infections, airport masking tips, and a Grinch strikes South L.A. – The P.M. Edition
    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.

    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
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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.

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

    Omicron is now the dominant strain in the U.S. Plus: Unvaxxed firefighters, infections at SpaceX, pro sports cancellations, and more.
    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.

    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
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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. 

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

    Experts say boosters provide good Omicron protection. Plus: Anti-Semitic fliers, a problematic Chinatown highrise, and a gas spill in Pasadena – The P.M. Edition
    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. 

    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
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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. 

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

    LA's COVID-19 numbers are rising fast. Plus: Under-5 vaccine delayed, the Rose Parade returns, and Betty White's 100th – The A.M. Edition
    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. 

    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
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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.

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

    CDC updates classroom guidelines. Plus: The Long Beach mayor's eye on Congress, and unease over Chinatown development – The P.M. Edition
    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.

    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
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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

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

    School districts respond to anonymous TikTok threats. Plus: more COVID closures, The Rose Bowl returns, and NASA's new telescope – The A.M. Edition
    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

    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
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    In this Sunday edition: Pasadena will be the first city in L.A. County to use ShotSpotter, a technology designed to detect gunfire and dispatch police to the location within seconds. Critics say it stigmatizes neighborhoods of color and can lead to biased stops and searches. Reported by Emily Elena Dugdale.

    Then, L.A. has already created lots of housing through “adaptive reuse” of old buildings. The pandemic could lead to even more conversions. Reported by David Wagner.

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

    'ShotSpotter' gunfire detection system is coming to Pasadena. Plus: As workers stay remote, can L.A. turn empty offices into housing? – The Sunday Edition
    In this Sunday edition: Pasadena will be the first city in L.A. County to use ShotSpotter, a technology designed to detect gunfire and dispatch police to the location within seconds. Critics say it stigmatizes neighborhoods of color and can lead to biased stops and searches. Reported by Emily Elena Dugdale.

    Then, L.A. has already created lots of housing through “adaptive reuse” of old buildings. The pandemic could lead to even more conversions. Reported by David Wagner.

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