The LA Report

On today's show: George Gascon is sworn in as the new L.A. District Attorney...we'll tell you about the ambitious reforms he's got planned; What's next for LAUSD's in-person tutoring program, as rising coronavirus infection rates trigger regional shutdowns; Plus, we check in with a Pasadena restaurant, to get their reaction to the latest ban on all in-person dining.

On today's show: A new financial report recommends big cuts to the L.A. City budget...we'll tell you what you might expect. Then, technical glitches mar the launch of a new program to help struggling restaurants. And, our guest from Asian Journal talks about the first-ever "United Against Hate Week".

On today's show: Mayor Garcetti announced a new kind of stay-at-home order...we'll explain what it means for county residents; Then, we'll update you with the latest on the Bond Fire now burning in Orange County; Plus, an important deadline approaches for LAUSD parents.

On today's show: Dangerously dry and windy weather is on its way...and with it, the potential for more wildfires. We'll tell you what to expect in the coming days; Then, details on an ambitious plan to overhaul preschool childcare in the state; And a new art exhibit in West Hollywood looks back at the era of HIV and AIDS activism...

On today's show, we'll talk about a new L.A. County grant program intended to help restaurants that have seen their business plummet due to the pandemic; Details on a new citizenship test for immigrants coming to the United States; And a deadline extension for applications to U.C. schools after technical glitches crippled the online system over the weekend.

On today's show, we'll talk to frontline workers who say they're overwhelmed as infections continue to surge to record levels; And What comes next for activists occupying government-owned homes that have been vacant for decades; Plus the latest on the L.A. County Coroner's inquest into the death of Andres Guardado, the 18-year-old shot by sheriff's deputies in June.

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On today's show: the Santa Ana winds are back...we'll talk about what to watch out for as the annual strong winds combine with bone dry conditions. Then, John Horn previews a Thanksgiving weekend without its usual big holiday movie releases; And we'll give you some tips on writing the dreaded college application essay.