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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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    After a wet New Year's Day, what weather is in store for the rest of the week? We check in on new California laws, including the Cal State system's new automatic admission policy. Comedian Frankie Quinones wants to see more stories set in places like his native San Fernando Valley. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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    Weekend weather forecast, CSU automatic admissions take effect, Frankie Quiñones of HBO's 'This Fool' on representing LA — Evening Edition
    After a wet New Year's Day, what weather is in store for the rest of the week? We check in on new California laws, including the Cal State system's new automatic admission policy. Comedian Frankie Quinones wants to see more stories set in places like his native San Fernando Valley. 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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    We'll tell you which float claimed the top prize at the 2026 Rose Parade. A new exhibit at the Riverside Art Museum celebrates the city's underground punk scene. And our entertainment team looks back on the top stories of 2025 and what's to come.

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    2026 Rose Parade float winner, Riverside punk exhibit, Entertainment coverage for 2026— Afternoon Edition
    We'll tell you which float claimed the top prize at the 2026 Rose Parade. A new exhibit at the Riverside Art Museum celebrates the city's underground punk scene. And our entertainment team looks back on the top stories of 2025 and what's to come.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Frosty day in store for SoCal. L.A. city officials are considering defunding LA's leading homeless services agency. We talk about the legacy of Jazz-punk pioneer and legendary vibraphonist Roy Ayers who died this week. Plus, more.

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    Frosty day in SoCal, LA officials consider defunding LAHSA, Jazz-funk pioneer Roy Ayers has died — The A.M. Edition
    Frosty day in store for SoCal. L.A. city officials are considering defunding LA's leading homeless services agency. We talk about the legacy of Jazz-punk pioneer and legendary vibraphonist Roy Ayers who died this week. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Southern California Edison is facing new lawsuits from municipalities alleging that its equipment started the Eaton Fire. Much of Sierra Madre is under another evacuation warning today. Huntington Beach voters will weigh in this week on who controls the city's libraries. Plus, more.

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    Municipalities sue SCE over Eaton Fire; Sierra Madre evacuation warnings; Huntington Beach to vote on its library — The P.M. Edition
    Southern California Edison is facing new lawsuits from municipalities alleging that its equipment started the Eaton Fire. Much of Sierra Madre is under another evacuation warning today. Huntington Beach voters will weigh in this week on who controls the city's libraries. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    A storm coming to SoCal will bring rain, heavy snow, possibly gusty winds. Former LA fire chief Kristen Crowley did not get her job back yesterday. Lebron James makes NBA history. Plus, more. 

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    SoCal braces for more rain and snow, Ousted LA fire chief loses bid to get her job back, Lakers Lebron James starts the 50k club — The A.M. Edition
    A storm coming to SoCal will bring rain, heavy snow, possibly gusty winds. Former LA fire chief Kristen Crowley did not get her job back yesterday. Lebron James makes NBA history. Plus, more. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The city council has voted not to reinstate former LAFD fire chief Kristen Crowley. Redondo Beach is holding the first ranked choice election in LA County. All eyes are on Jackie and Shadow's third egg after the bald eagle couple welcomed 2 chicks overnight. Plus, more. 

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    City council upholds LAFD chief's firing; Redondo Beach votes via ranked choice; Will Jackie and Shadow have 3 chicks? — The P.M. Edition
    The city council has voted not to reinstate former LAFD fire chief Kristen Crowley. Redondo Beach is holding the first ranked choice election in LA County. All eyes are on Jackie and Shadow's third egg after the bald eagle couple welcomed 2 chicks overnight. Plus, more. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    L.A's former fire chief is expected to appeal her firing today. Thirty juvenile probation officers are accused of letting gladiator style fights happen at an infamous facility. We have two eaglets! Jackie and Shadow welcome new chicks after three years. Plus, more. 

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    LA's former chief to appeal firing, 30 juvenile probation officers charged, Eagle alert: Jackie and Shadow welcome new chicks! — The A.M. Edition
    L.A's former fire chief is expected to appeal her firing today. Thirty juvenile probation officers are accused of letting gladiator style fights happen at an infamous facility. We have two eaglets! Jackie and Shadow welcome new chicks after three years. Plus, more. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    We bring the latest on the LA Homeless Services Authority, which is updating its ethics policy after LAist reporting. Republican Tony Strickland has claimed victory in the 36th District state senate race. Jackie and Shadow's eggs are officially starting to hatch. Plus, more. 

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    LAHSA changes ethics policy; Tony Strickland declares victory in state senate; Jackie and Shadow may (finally) see a chick soon — The P.M. Edition
    We bring the latest on the LA Homeless Services Authority, which is updating its ethics policy after LAist reporting. Republican Tony Strickland has claimed victory in the 36th District state senate race. Jackie and Shadow's eggs are officially starting to hatch. Plus, more. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    A roundup of the Oscars: It was a night of first, but ultimately the night belonged to the film "Anora". Big news for Big Bear's famous bald eagle nest -- we have a pip! Another winter storm is on it's way. Plus more. 

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    Big win for Anora at the Oscars, We have a pip from Big Bear's bald eagle nest, Winter storm on the way — The A.M. Edition
    A roundup of the Oscars: It was a night of first, but ultimately the night belonged to the film "Anora". Big news for Big Bear's famous bald eagle nest -- we have a pip! Another winter storm is on it's way. Plus more. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a new executive order to speed up forest management projects -- a look at what that means. An L.A. institution is set to shut down today, so we head to the Original Pantry Cafe in downtown for the farewell. After the LA fires, volunteers are helping young girls rebuild their lives, one Girl Scouts vest at a time, and more.

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    Executive order on forest management, The Pantry is set to close, Girl Scouts help each other post-fires — The Sunday Edition
    Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a new executive order to speed up forest management projects -- a look at what that means. An L.A. institution is set to shut down today, so we head to the Original Pantry Cafe in downtown for the farewell. After the LA fires, volunteers are helping young girls rebuild their lives, one Girl Scouts vest at a time, and more.

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