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    UCLA's latest Hollywood diversity report is out. The LA Music Center is hoping to cash in on Timothée Chalamet's controversial remarks on ballet and opera. Why critics say the Disney+ series 'Wonder Man' is relatable for Angelenos working in the entertainment industry.

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    UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report, LA Music Center discount courtesy of Timothée Chalamet, The LA of 'Wonder Man' — Afternoon Edition
    UCLA's latest Hollywood diversity report is out. The LA Music Center is hoping to cash in on Timothée Chalamet's controversial remarks on ballet and opera. Why critics say the Disney+ series 'Wonder Man' is relatable for Angelenos working in the entertainment industry.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    California leaders don't seem too concerned over threats from Iran, but their actions tell a slightly different story. Plus, a major heat wave comes to town. A whistleblower sounds the alarm over a sleepy public servant, who was in an important position during the Eaton Fire. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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    CA leaders downplay Iran threat, Major heat wave arrives in SoCal, Noma chef resigns— Morning Edition
    California leaders don't seem too concerned over threats from Iran, but their actions tell a slightly different story. Plus, a major heat wave comes to town. A whistleblower sounds the alarm over a sleepy public servant, who was in an important position during the Eaton Fire. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Iran is reportedly pulling out of the World Cup - what that means for the L.A. games. L.A. explores ways to reform the city's controversial "mansion tax." Orange County filed a lawsuit accusing its main mental health partner of billing millions for services it didn’tprovide. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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    Iran to pull out of LA World Cup games, LA explores "mansion tax" reform, OC sues mental health partner — Evening Edition
    Iran is reportedly pulling out of the World Cup - what that means for the L.A. games. L.A. explores ways to reform the city's controversial "mansion tax." Orange County filed a lawsuit accusing its main mental health partner of billing millions for services it didn’tprovide. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    We're learning more about how far former Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do's corruption extends following a recent audit. Why the L.A. city attorney is against a new contract for a legal aid group that helps renters. L.A. County is asking for your feedback on its response to the 2025 fires.

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    More corruption tied to former OC Supe Andrew Do, Tenant aid contract fight, LA County fire response survey— Afternoon Edition
    We're learning more about how far former Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do's corruption extends following a recent audit. Why the L.A. city attorney is against a new contract for a legal aid group that helps renters. L.A. County is asking for your feedback on its response to the 2025 fires.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    A police surge is coming to Downtown LA. LA City Council signs the check on a $107 million contract, despite the City Attorney's wishes. The embattled LA Unified superintendent claims his innocence in the face of FBI raids. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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    Downtown LA police surge, Controversial LA City Council housing contract, Carvalho denies wrongdoing— Morning Edition
    A police surge is coming to Downtown LA. LA City Council signs the check on a $107 million contract, despite the City Attorney's wishes. The embattled LA Unified superintendent claims his innocence in the face of FBI raids. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    California lawmakers want to reverse cuts to Medi-Cal for undocumented people. It'll soon get even more expensive to call an Uber from LAX. The National Weather Service says this week's heatwave could be "unprecedented." Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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    CA lawmakers revisit Medi-Cal cuts, New LAX Uber fee approved, 'Unprecedented' heatwave expected — Evening Edition
    California lawmakers want to reverse cuts to Medi-Cal for undocumented people. It'll soon get even more expensive to call an Uber from LAX. The National Weather Service says this week's heatwave could be "unprecedented." Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Why more Californians filed for paid family leave than ever before. How you can eat pie to your hearts content this weekend in honor of Pi day. And the U.S. Postal Service is debuting a new stamp that celebrates lowriders. 

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    Californians using more paid family leave, Pi day in Griffith Park, USPS Lowrider stamp— Afternoon Edition
    Why more Californians filed for paid family leave than ever before. How you can eat pie to your hearts content this weekend in honor of Pi day. And the U.S. Postal Service is debuting a new stamp that celebrates lowriders. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Homeless deaths have dropped for the first time in LA County. It may get more expensive to take an Uber from LAX. The family of a deaf and mute man accuses the feds of lying about his deportation. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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    Unhoused deaths decline, LAX Uber fees could increase, Deaf and mute man deportation controversy— Morning Edition
    Homeless deaths have dropped for the first time in LA County. It may get more expensive to take an Uber from LAX. The family of a deaf and mute man accuses the feds of lying about his deportation. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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