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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
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    How California is falling behind on filing after-action reports from major natural disasters. We'll look at why LAUSD teachers could soon walk off the job. Plus, a preview of the Coachella of star gazing coming to Death Valley this weekend.

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    State after action reports delayed, Possible LAUSD teacher strike, Star gazing in Death Valley— Afternoon Edition
    How California is falling behind on filing after-action reports from major natural disasters. We'll look at why LAUSD teachers could soon walk off the job. Plus, a preview of the Coachella of star gazing coming to Death Valley this weekend.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    LA Mayor Karen Bass gets ready to deliver the State of the City address. Orange County businesses are taking a big hit in the wake of federal immigration raids. Bad Bunny pays tribute to immigrants during his historic night at the Grammys. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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    LA Mayor's State of the City address, OC businesses struggle due to federal raids, Bad Bunny's historic Grammys win— Morning Edition
    LA Mayor Karen Bass gets ready to deliver the State of the City address. Orange County businesses are taking a big hit in the wake of federal immigration raids. Bad Bunny pays tribute to immigrants during his historic night at the Grammys. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Wednesday is the start of a new era, as Joe Biden will be sworn in as the 46th President of the United States. We're joined by a USC professor to discuss Biden's plans for immigration reform, and what they could mean for the state. Then, more on the new UK strain of COVID that's popping up in California and a dozen other states. Plus, even though we're well into the winter, wildfires remain a threat to the region. We'll explain why.

    What Biden's immigration plans could mean for CA; The U.K. strain of COVID-19 is here, and it's spreading; Wildfires remain a threat this winter
    Wednesday is the start of a new era, as Joe Biden will be sworn in as the 46th President of the United States. We're joined by a USC professor to discuss Biden's plans for immigration reform, and what they could mean for the state. Then, more on the new UK strain of COVID that's popping up in California and a dozen other states. Plus, even though we're well into the winter, wildfires remain a threat to the region. We'll explain why.

  • The L.A. Report
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    On today's show: The home of the world champion L.A. Dodgers is now one of several mass vaccination sites in L.A. County opening over the next several days – we'll talk about how workers are getting ready for the massive undertaking. Then, Disneyland also joins the effort to get people vaccinated – but the announcement comes with some disappointing news for fans of its annual passes.

    How workers at Dodger Stadium are prepping for mass vaccinations. Plus: Disneyland joins vaccine effort, nixes annual passes
    On today's show: The home of the world champion L.A. Dodgers is now one of several mass vaccination sites in L.A. County opening over the next several days – we'll talk about how workers are getting ready for the massive undertaking. Then, Disneyland also joins the effort to get people vaccinated – but the announcement comes with some disappointing news for fans of its annual passes.

  • The L.A. Report
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    On today's show: California is now vaccinating people 65 and over, but L.A. County says not so fast. We'll be joined by a doctor from the L.A. County Department of Public Health to provide some clarity. Then, more on the glitches that caused nearly a million and a half Californians to be locked out of the state's unemployment system over the holidays. Plus, L.A. law enforcement is on high alert due to potential unrest around the Presidential Inauguration – we'll tell you how they're preparing to respond.

    L.A. County lags behind as CA opens vaccines to 65+ residents; 1.4 million locked out of EDD over holidays; Law enforcement on high alert after threats of unrest
    On today's show: California is now vaccinating people 65 and over, but L.A. County says not so fast. We'll be joined by a doctor from the L.A. County Department of Public Health to provide some clarity. Then, more on the glitches that caused nearly a million and a half Californians to be locked out of the state's unemployment system over the holidays. Plus, L.A. law enforcement is on high alert due to potential unrest around the Presidential Inauguration – we'll tell you how they're preparing to respond.

  • The L.A. Report
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    On today's show: California expands vaccinations to residents 65 and over – we'll tell you what you need to know. Then, details on a tentative deal between the City of Los Angeles and labor unions that would put a pause on layoffs and furloughs. Plus: the latest on Gov. Newsom's proposal to budget a half-billion dollars for universal preschool.

    Vaccinations expanded to residents 65 and over; L.A. and labor unions strike deal to prevent layoffs; Newsom's plan for universal preschool
    On today's show: California expands vaccinations to residents 65 and over – we'll tell you what you need to know. Then, details on a tentative deal between the City of Los Angeles and labor unions that would put a pause on layoffs and furloughs. Plus: the latest on Gov. Newsom's proposal to budget a half-billion dollars for universal preschool.

  • The L.A. Report
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    On today's show, we'll talk to newly-elected city councilmember Kevin De Leon about his ambitious proposals to tackle homelessness. Then, the University of California announces their plans for a return to in-person learning; Plus, the latest on L.A. Unified's plan to cut millions from its police budget.

    Kevin de Leon's plan to tackle homelessness; UC's plan to return to in-person learning; LAUSD's plan to cut million from police budget
    On today's show, we'll talk to newly-elected city councilmember Kevin De Leon about his ambitious proposals to tackle homelessness. Then, the University of California announces their plans for a return to in-person learning; Plus, the latest on L.A. Unified's plan to cut millions from its police budget.

  • The L.A. Report
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    On today's show: Details on L.A.'s plan to convert Dodger Stadium to a mass vaccination site. Then, we'll talk about the findings of a new survey of tens of thousands of small businesses in the state. Plus: Incarcerated students may now be eligible for financial aid, but some advocates are concerned about the quality of education they may receive.

    Dodger Stadium to become mass vaccination site; Survey polls 22,000 small businesses in CA; Pell Grants for incarcerated students
    On today's show: Details on L.A.'s plan to convert Dodger Stadium to a mass vaccination site. Then, we'll talk about the findings of a new survey of tens of thousands of small businesses in the state. Plus: Incarcerated students may now be eligible for financial aid, but some advocates are concerned about the quality of education they may receive.

  • The L.A. Report
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    On today's show, we remember Dodger legend Tommy Lasorda, who died on Thursday at the age of 93. Then we'll pay tribute to former L.A. councilman Tom LaBonge (luh-BAHNJ) who also passed away on Thursday. Plus: The FDA now says that a common COVID test used in L.A. may be giving false results...we'll tell you what you need to know.

    Remembering Dodger legend Tommy Lasorda and former L.A. councilman Tom LaBonge. Plus: A popular COVID test may be giving false results.
    On today's show, we remember Dodger legend Tommy Lasorda, who died on Thursday at the age of 93. Then we'll pay tribute to former L.A. councilman Tom LaBonge (luh-BAHNJ) who also passed away on Thursday. Plus: The FDA now says that a common COVID test used in L.A. may be giving false results...we'll tell you what you need to know.

  • The L.A. Report
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    On today's show, we'll give you some tips on how to talk to kids about the events at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Then, we'll get reactions from Angelenos who watched it unfold.

    How to talk to kids about what happened at the U.S. Capitol. Plus: Angelenos react
    On today's show, we'll give you some tips on how to talk to kids about the events at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Then, we'll get reactions from Angelenos who watched it unfold.