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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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    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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    Pacific Coast Highway re-opened this morning for locals. Plan to protect two buildings with ties to Japanese American History in San Pedro moves forward. Amazon is taking control of James Bond movies. Plus, more.

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    PCH reopens for locals, Preserving remnants of Terminal Island, Amazon takes over James Bond movies — The A.M. Edition
    Pacific Coast Highway re-opened this morning for locals. Plan to protect two buildings with ties to Japanese American History in San Pedro moves forward. Amazon is taking control of James Bond movies. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Many Altadena renters are still going back and forth with their landlords about plans to return. The L.A. City Council voted to protect what remains of a historic Japanese American fishing community. And Huntington Beach has approved a "MAGA" sign outside its library. Plus, more.

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    Altadena renters form tenants' union; Terminal Island buildings protected; Huntington Beach approves "MAGA" library plaque — The P.M. Edition
    Many Altadena renters are still going back and forth with their landlords about plans to return. The L.A. City Council voted to protect what remains of a historic Japanese American fishing community. And Huntington Beach has approved a "MAGA" sign outside its library. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The first property in the Palisades affected by the wildfires has finished both phases of debris removal. L.A. city leaders will wait until next month to vote on fire-related eviction protections. Hugh Jackman reprises a fan favorite, at the Hollywood Bowl this summer. Plus, more.

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    First Palisades property clear of fire debris, LA city leaders postponed vote on fire-related eviction protections, Hollywood Bowl 2025 Lineup— The A.M. Edition
    The first property in the Palisades affected by the wildfires has finished both phases of debris removal. L.A. city leaders will wait until next month to vote on fire-related eviction protections. Hugh Jackman reprises a fan favorite, at the Hollywood Bowl this summer. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    LAUSD begins enforcing a phone ban on their over 1000 campuses today. State prosecutors file charges against a landlord suspected of rent gouging after last month’s fires. The Isley Brothers and De La Soul are just some of the acts coming to the Hollywood Bowl. Plus, more.

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    Phone free LAUSD starts today, An Hermosa beach landlord faces price gouging charges, The Hollywood Bowl 2025 lineup is released — The P.M. Edition
    LAUSD begins enforcing a phone ban on their over 1000 campuses today. State prosecutors file charges against a landlord suspected of rent gouging after last month’s fires. The Isley Brothers and De La Soul are just some of the acts coming to the Hollywood Bowl. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    New evidence suggests that power lines operated by SoCal Edison were live and sparking new fires in Altadena days after the Eaton fire started. L.A. city leaders vote today on extending eviction protections to people who lost income during the wildfires. Emmy-nominated actress-producer Mindy Kaling gets her star Hollywood Star. Plus, more.

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    NPR investigation suggests SoCal Edison lines sparked new fires after Eaton fire, LA eviction protections, Mindy Kaling gets Hollywood Star— The A.M. Edition
    New evidence suggests that power lines operated by SoCal Edison were live and sparking new fires in Altadena days after the Eaton fire started. L.A. city leaders vote today on extending eviction protections to people who lost income during the wildfires. Emmy-nominated actress-producer Mindy Kaling gets her star Hollywood Star. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The Pasadena neighborhood Hastings Ranch hosted a block party today for survivors of the Eaton Fires. You can now get a ticket of up to $300 for parking in some L.A. bus lanes. And Shohei Ohtani is once again pitching, or at least practicing for the next season. Plus, more.

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    Hastings Ranch holds block party; Bus lane enforcement begins; Ohtani practices his pitch — The P.M. Edition
    The Pasadena neighborhood Hastings Ranch hosted a block party today for survivors of the Eaton Fires. You can now get a ticket of up to $300 for parking in some L.A. bus lanes. And Shohei Ohtani is once again pitching, or at least practicing for the next season. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Hundreds of dump trucks will carry debris through Altadena to kick off phase two of the Eaton fire cleanup. The postponed Los Angeles Homeless count finally begins this week. A new mural pays tribute to Kobe Bryant and Lakers newcomer Luka Doncic. Plus, more.

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    The second phase of Eaton fire cleanup starts today, Los Angeles homeless count takes place this week, A new Luka Dončić mural in mid-city  — The A.M. Edition
    Hundreds of dump trucks will carry debris through Altadena to kick off phase two of the Eaton fire cleanup. The postponed Los Angeles Homeless count finally begins this week. A new mural pays tribute to Kobe Bryant and Lakers newcomer Luka Doncic. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The homeless count starts this week, after it was delayed by the LA fires. We hear from an Altadena resident on rebuilding community through running. And a Chinese stand-up comedy scene blossoms in L.A. 

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    Homeless count starts, Parking tickets for bus lane violations, Chinese stand-up comedy in the SGV
    The homeless count starts this week, after it was delayed by the LA fires. We hear from an Altadena resident on rebuilding community through running. And a Chinese stand-up comedy scene blossoms in L.A. 

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