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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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    More rain is on the way, and homeowners in Wrightwood have been working through the night to be ready. A defendant accused of plotting New Year's attacks in SoCal has a date in court. Wildfire survivors use the Rose Parade to make a political statement. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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    New storm sparks urgent Wrightwood cleanup, SoCal terrorism plot defendant to be arraigned, Rose Parade political message— Morning Edition
    More rain is on the way, and homeowners in Wrightwood have been working through the night to be ready. A defendant accused of plotting New Year's attacks in SoCal has a date in court. Wildfire survivors use the Rose Parade to make a political statement. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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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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    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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    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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    The latest on the powerful storm coming to Southern California. Debris removal begins today for properties burned or damaged by the Palisades and Eaton fire. CA officials propose new laws to toughen penalties for looting. Plus, more.

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    Powerful storm coming to SoCal, Debris removal begins post fires, CA officials propose law to crack down on looting— The A.M. Edition
    The latest on the powerful storm coming to Southern California. Debris removal begins today for properties burned or damaged by the Palisades and Eaton fire. CA officials propose new laws to toughen penalties for looting. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    For many renters, it's not clear who is responsible for cleaning up toxic ash and smoke damage. Cleanup operations for the Eaton and Palisades Fires enter phase 2 this week. When lithium ion batteries burn, they cause special concerns for firefighters. Plus, more.

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    Renters face ash cleanup questions; Phase 2 cleanup begins; Lithium ion batteries and fire — The P.M. Edition
    For many renters, it's not clear who is responsible for cleaning up toxic ash and smoke damage. Cleanup operations for the Eaton and Palisades Fires enter phase 2 this week. When lithium ion batteries burn, they cause special concerns for firefighters. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    An atmospheric river's expected to bring heavy wind and rain to our area this week. At least one property burned after the Eaton fire is now in Escrow. How one Pasadena school teacher's effort helped save a beloved classroom pet from the Eaton fire. Plus more.

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    Strongest storm of the season yet heading to SoCal, Burned Altadena home in Escrow, Operation Paw Patrol — The A.M. Edition
    An atmospheric river's expected to bring heavy wind and rain to our area this week. At least one property burned after the Eaton fire is now in Escrow. How one Pasadena school teacher's effort helped save a beloved classroom pet from the Eaton fire. Plus more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    It's Super Bowl Sunday, with the Kansas City Chiefs up against the Philadelphia Eagles. But there is an Los Angeles tie-in -- courtesy of Chiefs coach Andy Reid. After criticism over his $500,000 salary, newly tapped wildfire czar Steve Soboroff will now work for free. Just ahead of Valentine's Day this Friday, we introduce you to the unofficial cupid of Orange County, aka the county clerk-recorder.

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    The Super Bowl's LA tie-in, Wildfire czar will work for free, Meet OC's master of love — The Sunday Edition
    It's Super Bowl Sunday, with the Kansas City Chiefs up against the Philadelphia Eagles. But there is an Los Angeles tie-in -- courtesy of Chiefs coach Andy Reid. After criticism over his $500,000 salary, newly tapped wildfire czar Steve Soboroff will now work for free. Just ahead of Valentine's Day this Friday, we introduce you to the unofficial cupid of Orange County, aka the county clerk-recorder.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    One month after the start of the Eaton Fire, a lot with a home that was reduced to rubble is under contract to be sold. Good news from the first survey of air around the Eaton Fire burn areas are in. Host Josie Huang sifts through the ruins of her Altadena home, with the help of a group of volunteers, and more.

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    Finding keepsakes in fire ruins, Burned Altadena home sold, and more — The Saturday Edition
    One month after the start of the Eaton Fire, a lot with a home that was reduced to rubble is under contract to be sold. Good news from the first survey of air around the Eaton Fire burn areas are in. Host Josie Huang sifts through the ruins of her Altadena home, with the help of a group of volunteers, and more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Our own Josie Huang reports on how cleanup is going on her Altadena block. More rain is in the forecast next week, and it could bring a higher risk of mudslides. Nearly 300 endangered trout were rescued after the Palisades Fire. Plus, more. 

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    Cleanup continues in burn zones; Rain could bring more mudslides next week; Trout rescues in Topanga Creek — The P.M. Edition
    Our own Josie Huang reports on how cleanup is going on her Altadena block. More rain is in the forecast next week, and it could bring a higher risk of mudslides. Nearly 300 endangered trout were rescued after the Palisades Fire. Plus, more. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    How the Trump administration is affecting child care and transgender health care here in Southern California. It's Food Friday and we're digging into some chicken wings for Super Bowl Sunday. Plus, more. 

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    How the Trump admin is affecting child care and transgender health care in SoCal, Best wings for Super Bowl Sunday — The A.M. Edition
    How the Trump administration is affecting child care and transgender health care here in Southern California. It's Food Friday and we're digging into some chicken wings for Super Bowl Sunday. Plus, more. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    SoCal Edison acknowledged its equipment may have started the Hurst Fire last month. Real estate agents in Orange County are waiting to see if there'll be a rush of homebuyers after the fires. Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter was sentenced to nearly 5 years in prison. Plus, more. 

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    SCE admits it may have started Hurst Fire; OC braces for potential homebuyers; Ohtani's interpreter sentenced — The P.M. Edition
    SoCal Edison acknowledged its equipment may have started the Hurst Fire last month. Real estate agents in Orange County are waiting to see if there'll be a rush of homebuyers after the fires. Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter was sentenced to nearly 5 years in prison. Plus, more. 

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