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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
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    On today's show: the latest on the ongoing wildfires burning in Southern California; Why a judge has ordered the 2020 Census to continue despite the Trump administration's attempts to end it early; What you need to know if you're thinking of volunteering at a polling location this Election Day; And we check in with some teachers about the challenges they're facing during this unusual fall semester.

    The latest on the ongoing wildfires; A judge orders census to continue; How to volunteer on Election Day; Checking in with teachers
    On today's show: the latest on the ongoing wildfires burning in Southern California; Why a judge has ordered the 2020 Census to continue despite the Trump administration's attempts to end it early; What you need to know if you're thinking of volunteering at a polling location this Election Day; And we check in with some teachers about the challenges they're facing during this unusual fall semester.

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 5:34
    On today's show: a new startup aims to renovate homes in low income communities for free; A massive new replacement bridge is set to open at the Port of Long Beach; And details on a color-coded reopening plan for restaurants.

    A new startup aims to renovate low-income homes for free. Plus: A new bridge in the Port of Long Beach, and a color-coded guide to reopening restaurants.
    On today's show: a new startup aims to renovate homes in low income communities for free; A massive new replacement bridge is set to open at the Port of Long Beach; And details on a color-coded reopening plan for restaurants.

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 5:43
    On today's show: The latest on the shooting death of Dijon Quisi by L.A. County Sheriffs; New claims that census workers are being laid off before the count is completed; A local utility company scrambles to repair a natural gas leak; and a potentially record-breaking heatwave will make for a sweltering – and potentially dangerous – holiday weekend.

    A record-breaking heatwave is coming this weekend. Plus: Dijon Quisi, census worker layoffs, and the race to repair a major natural gas leak.
    On today's show: The latest on the shooting death of Dijon Quisi by L.A. County Sheriffs; New claims that census workers are being laid off before the count is completed; A local utility company scrambles to repair a natural gas leak; and a potentially record-breaking heatwave will make for a sweltering – and potentially dangerous – holiday weekend.

  • The L.A. Report
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    Today: The latest on the killing of a 29-year-old man by L.A. Sheriff's Deputies; The L.A. City Council declares a fiscal emergency as the pandemic continues to devastate the city budget; Details on a bold plan to make the entire L.A. Metro system free for everyone; And why the Census Bureau may prematurely halt knocking on doors...

    The latest on the killing of a 29-year-old man by L.A. Sheriff's Deputies. Plus: L.A. City Council declares fiscal emergency, and a proposal to make the L.A. Metro completely free.
    Today: The latest on the killing of a 29-year-old man by L.A. Sheriff's Deputies; The L.A. City Council declares a fiscal emergency as the pandemic continues to devastate the city budget; Details on a bold plan to make the entire L.A. Metro system free for everyone; And why the Census Bureau may prematurely halt knocking on doors...

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 5:47
    On today's show: Aaron Mendelson reports on a new eviction protection law that's been signed by Gov. Newsom; David Wagner on a bill that could exempt freelancers and other independent workers from strict new labor laws; Frank Stoltze has the latest on the killing of a man by South LA sheriff's deputies; And Mariana Dale discusses layoffs coming to the Santa Monica and Malibu school districts.

    Gov. Newsom signs eviction protection bill into law. Plus: Freelancer labor law exemptions, Sheriff's deputies kill a man in South L.A., and school layoffs in Santa Monica and Malibu.
    On today's show: Aaron Mendelson reports on a new eviction protection law that's been signed by Gov. Newsom; David Wagner on a bill that could exempt freelancers and other independent workers from strict new labor laws; Frank Stoltze has the latest on the killing of a man by South LA sheriff's deputies; And Mariana Dale discusses layoffs coming to the Santa Monica and Malibu school districts.

  • The L.A. Report
    Listen 5:33
    Today, the latest on the state's reopening plans; Why many college students are taking online classes but still living on campus; A report of shots fired at a Trump rally in Woodland Hills; And a look back at Chadwick Boseman's impact on the entertainment industry.

    The latest on California's tiered reopening plan. Plus: college campus pandemic safety, shots fired at a local Trump rally, and remembering Chadwick Boseman.
    Today, the latest on the state's reopening plans; Why many college students are taking online classes but still living on campus; A report of shots fired at a Trump rally in Woodland Hills; And a look back at Chadwick Boseman's impact on the entertainment industry.

  • The L.A. Report
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    Today, why local nursing home residents are feeling trapped inside their facilities; a program aimed to address mental health for people of color; how Los Angeles is observing the 50th anniversary of the Chicano Moratorium; and some good news about the L.A. Zoo.

    Why are many nursing home residents still stuck indoors? Plus: a mental health program for people of color, 50th anniversary of Chicano Moratorium, and the L.A. Zoo reopens.
    Today, why local nursing home residents are feeling trapped inside their facilities; a program aimed to address mental health for people of color; how Los Angeles is observing the 50th anniversary of the Chicano Moratorium; and some good news about the L.A. Zoo.

  • The L.A. Report
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    Today, a settlement in the lawsuit surrounding the harassment of the outgoing L.A. County CEO by Sheriff Alex Villanueva; A new UCLA report finds an increase of deaths in young latinos; The family of Anthony McClain files a complaint against the city of Pasadena; and professional athletes walk off the field to protest racial injustice.

    Why an increasing number of young Latinos are dying from COVID-19. Plus: L.A. settles Villanueva harassment lawsuit, McClain family files legal complaint, and pro athletes walk off the field.
    Today, a settlement in the lawsuit surrounding the harassment of the outgoing L.A. County CEO by Sheriff Alex Villanueva; A new UCLA report finds an increase of deaths in young latinos; The family of Anthony McClain files a complaint against the city of Pasadena; and professional athletes walk off the field to protest racial injustice.