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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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  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 10:36
    An international traveler who passed through LAX is the second confirmed measles case in Los Angeles County this year. New work requirements for SNAP benefits begin today. We preview the 68th Grammy Awards taking place today in Los Angeles. Plus, more.

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    Second measles case in LA County, New SNAP requirements, Grammy’s preview — Sunday Edition
    An international traveler who passed through LAX is the second confirmed measles case in Los Angeles County this year. New work requirements for SNAP benefits begin today. We preview the 68th Grammy Awards taking place today in Los Angeles. Plus, more.

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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!

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 11:08
    LA Unified educators are one step closer to striking after voting in favor of a work stoppage this week. ICE protests continue in the region, after Angelenos flooded Downtown L.A. yesterday as part of a national day of opposition to federal immigration operations. Exploring the legacy of the Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles. Plus, more

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    LAUSD teachers strike vote, ICE protests continue, The Bonaventure Hotel— Saturday Edition
    LA Unified educators are one step closer to striking after voting in favor of a work stoppage this week. ICE protests continue in the region, after Angelenos flooded Downtown L.A. yesterday as part of a national day of opposition to federal immigration operations. Exploring the legacy of the Bonaventure Hotel in Los Angeles. Plus, more

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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!

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:40
    Here's your morning news: L.A. Unified middle and high school campuses reopen this week. Sixth- and ninth-graders returned to classrooms yesterday; State lawmakers entertained the idea of giving many Californians a monthly basic income of $1,000. But it's not going to happen this year — or in the foreseeable future, and more.

    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 for Wednesday, April 28
    Here's your morning news: L.A. Unified middle and high school campuses reopen this week. Sixth- and ninth-graders returned to classrooms yesterday; State lawmakers entertained the idea of giving many Californians a monthly basic income of $1,000. But it's not going to happen this year — or in the foreseeable future, and more.

    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 5:19
    What's happening today: As COVID case rates continue to drop, L.A. County is ready for the lowest reopening tier; CDC says you don't need a face mask outdoors if you are fully vaccinated; Middle and high school students return to LAUSD campuses this week; New assembly bill AB570 would enable children to extend insurance coverage to their parents.

    The L.A. Report: PM Edition for Tuesday, April 27
    What's happening today: As COVID case rates continue to drop, L.A. County is ready for the lowest reopening tier; CDC says you don't need a face mask outdoors if you are fully vaccinated; Middle and high school students return to LAUSD campuses this week; New assembly bill AB570 would enable children to extend insurance coverage to their parents.

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:57
    Here's your morning news: Middle and high-schools in L.A. Unified begin inviting students back to campus this week. Sixth and ninth graders will be the first to return today; and ratings for Sunday night's Oscars ceremony, and more.

    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 for Tuesday, April 27
    Here's your morning news: Middle and high-schools in L.A. Unified begin inviting students back to campus this week. Sixth and ninth graders will be the first to return today; and ratings for Sunday night's Oscars ceremony, and more.

    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 5:52
    What's happening today: California to lose a House representative after 2020 census; Experts recommend more than six feet of indoor separation; Last of LAUSD schools open campuses; Armenian-Americans commemorate genocide; A subdued 93rd Oscars with some historic wins.

    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: PM Edition for Monday, April 26
    What's happening today: California to lose a House representative after 2020 census; Experts recommend more than six feet of indoor separation; Last of LAUSD schools open campuses; Armenian-Americans commemorate genocide; A subdued 93rd Oscars with some historic wins.

    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 4:36
    Here's your morning news: "Nomadland's'' Chloe Zhao became the first woman of color to win a Best Director Oscar last night at the 93rd Academy Awards. The L.A. Unified School Board has chosen an interim superintendent to replace Austin Beutner after he steps down this summer.  The board offered the temporary job to Deputy Superintendent Megan Reilly, and more.

    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 for Monday, April 26
    Here's your morning news: "Nomadland's'' Chloe Zhao became the first woman of color to win a Best Director Oscar last night at the 93rd Academy Awards. The L.A. Unified School Board has chosen an interim superintendent to replace Austin Beutner after he steps down this summer.  The board offered the temporary job to Deputy Superintendent Megan Reilly, and more.

    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 29:49
    We want to share with you KPCC and LAist.com's newest investigation, Immediate Jeopardy. Reporters Elly Yu and Aaron Mendelson spent months looking into a chain of nursing homes operated by ReNew Health, and the neglect and abuse in these facilities that took place prior to -- and during -- the pandemic. 

    Special Report: Immediate Jeopardy in California Nursing Homes
    We want to share with you KPCC and LAist.com's newest investigation, Immediate Jeopardy. Reporters Elly Yu and Aaron Mendelson spent months looking into a chain of nursing homes operated by ReNew Health, and the neglect and abuse in these facilities that took place prior to -- and during -- the pandemic. 

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 5:23
    What's happening today: CDC advisory committee recommends resuming J & J vaccination; Gov. Newsom hopes to ban all fracking in state by 2024; How to teach climate justice; 93rd Oscars preview

    The L.A. Report: PM Edition for Friday, April 23
    What's happening today: CDC advisory committee recommends resuming J & J vaccination; Gov. Newsom hopes to ban all fracking in state by 2024; How to teach climate justice; 93rd Oscars preview

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 4:15
    Here's your morning news: Routine childhood vaccinations decreased dramatically soon after the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, says a new study; Progressive lawmakers in California want to impose a wealth tax on the ultra-rich. But moderate Democrats don't like it, and more.

    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 for Friday, April 23
    Here's your morning news: Routine childhood vaccinations decreased dramatically soon after the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, says a new study; Progressive lawmakers in California want to impose a wealth tax on the ultra-rich. But moderate Democrats don't like it, and more.

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