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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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    We have the latest on federal charges against an LA TikTok creator shot by an ICE agent. How to give your Christmas tree a second life as mulch. And LAist has a great guide for how to make the most out of this year's Rose Parade. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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    Latest on TikTokker shot by ICE, Recycling your Christmas tree, LAist's Rose Parade Guide — Evening Edition
    We have the latest on federal charges against an LA TikTok creator shot by an ICE agent. How to give your Christmas tree a second life as mulch. And LAist has a great guide for how to make the most out of this year's Rose Parade. Plus, more from Evening 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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  • The L.A. Report
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    Tips on how to make the most out of the 2026 Rose Parade. We'll hear from our digital equity reporter about the stop stories she covered this year. And, how to recycle your Christmas tree in L.A. 

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    2026 Rose Parade guide, Look back at the digital equity beat, Christmas tree recycling — Afternoon Edition
    Tips on how to make the most out of the 2026 Rose Parade. We'll hear from our digital equity reporter about the stop stories she covered this year. And, how to recycle your Christmas tree in L.A. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Embattled LAHSA has a new interim leader. So, what's next? Major heat wave landing in the region mid-week. Once upon a time, there was a city in L.A. that began as a circus. Plus, more.

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    What's next for LAHSA, Heat wave's coming, A bygone circus city —  Sunday Edition
    Embattled LAHSA has a new interim leader. So, what's next? Major heat wave landing in the region mid-week. Once upon a time, there was a city in L.A. that began as a circus. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    A major court ruling on Friday will continue to limit how federal agents conduct immigration stops and arrests. Covered California says it's dropping DACA recipients. And, bluegrass jam sessions for those living on the autism spectrum. Plus, more.

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    Major ruling on ICE sweeps, DACA insurance, Bluegrass and autism —  Saturday Edition
    A major court ruling on Friday will continue to limit how federal agents conduct immigration stops and arrests. Covered California says it's dropping DACA recipients. And, bluegrass jam sessions for those living on the autism spectrum. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Federal funding cuts are affecting housing assistance programs across L.A. Attorney General Rob Bonta has sued Trump to protect gender-affirming care in California. Restaurant crawls are popping up in Altadena to support local businesses. Plus, more.

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    Federal cuts affect LA housing assistance, CA sues over trans youth healthcare, Altadena restaurant crawls pop up — The P.M. Edition
    Federal funding cuts are affecting housing assistance programs across L.A. Attorney General Rob Bonta has sued Trump to protect gender-affirming care in California. Restaurant crawls are popping up in Altadena to support local businesses. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The Trump Administration has slashed U-C-L-A's research funding over claims of anti-semitism. Children and families are slipping through the cracks in the fight against homelessness. One of the most notorious encampments is now gone, and LA's mayor is declaring a win. Plus, more.

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    Trump Admin slashes UCLA funding, Struggles of unhoused children and families, Mayor Bass celebrates encampment clearing— The A.M. Edition
    The Trump Administration has slashed U-C-L-A's research funding over claims of anti-semitism. Children and families are slipping through the cracks in the fight against homelessness. One of the most notorious encampments is now gone, and LA's mayor is declaring a win. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    L.A. Mayor Karen Bass bans duplexes in the Palisades burn zone. The historic Cole's French Dip is staying open for another month. Why Taboo and will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas created a tribute to East L.A. Plus, more.

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    No duplexes in Palisades burn zone, Cole's French Dip gets a temporary extension, Taboo and will.i.am's East LA hometown tribute — The P.M. Edition
    L.A. Mayor Karen Bass bans duplexes in the Palisades burn zone. The historic Cole's French Dip is staying open for another month. Why Taboo and will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas created a tribute to East L.A. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The Pentagon is pulling more National Guard troops out of LA. SoCal lawmakers are taking the feds to court to get inside ICE detainment facilities. Why rent hikes are going down for many Angelinos. Plus, more.

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    More National Guard troops withdrawn, SoCal lawmakers sue feds for ICE facility access, LA rent hikes to go down— The A.M. Edition
    The Pentagon is pulling more National Guard troops out of LA. SoCal lawmakers are taking the feds to court to get inside ICE detainment facilities. Why rent hikes are going down for many Angelinos. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Some LA cannabis business owners say a lack of city support has left them in debt. The LA city council voted today to ban use of the N-word and C-word at its meetings. It's tarantula season: We'll tell you what you need to know about the little crawlers. Plus, more.

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    LA cannabis businesses priced out, LA city council bans use of two slurs, Tarantula season is here — The P.M. Edition
    Some LA cannabis business owners say a lack of city support has left them in debt. The LA city council voted today to ban use of the N-word and C-word at its meetings. It's tarantula season: We'll tell you what you need to know about the little crawlers. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The Southland can breathe a sigh of relief, after Russia's massive earthquake sparked tsunami fears. Governor Newsom is expected to put the brakes on some wildfire rebuilds in the Pacific Palisades. The feds give up on a high-profile case at the heart of LA's immigration protests. Plus, more.

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    Tsunami advisory lifted, Newsom to block Palisades duplexes, Charges dropped against face shield suspect— The A.M. Edition
    The Southland can breathe a sigh of relief, after Russia's massive earthquake sparked tsunami fears. Governor Newsom is expected to put the brakes on some wildfire rebuilds in the Pacific Palisades. The feds give up on a high-profile case at the heart of LA's immigration protests. Plus, more.

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