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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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    Rain is still in the forecast, but the upcoming storms are minor compared to the past few weeks. About 325,000 Californians will have to replace their REAL IDs. Also food and culture writer Gab Chabrán predicts this years food trends. 

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    Storm evacuation warnings lifted, Thousands of Californians must replace REAL ID, Food trend predictions for 2026— Afternoon Edition
    Rain is still in the forecast, but the upcoming storms are minor compared to the past few weeks. About 325,000 Californians will have to replace their REAL IDs. Also food and culture writer Gab Chabrán predicts this years food trends. 

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  • The L.A. Report
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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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    Today, we bring you a special edition of The L.A. Report, where LAist's Weekend Edition host Josie Huang checks in on the community of Altadena. It's a place she and her family have called home for close to a decade. Like so many people, Josie lost her home in the Eaton Fire.

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    LA Report Special: Altadena, after the Eaton Fire
    Today, we bring you a special edition of The L.A. Report, where LAist's Weekend Edition host Josie Huang checks in on the community of Altadena. It's a place she and her family have called home for close to a decade. Like so many people, Josie lost her home in the Eaton Fire.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Thousands of displaced residents, whose homes were destroyed or damaged by the wildfires, are now renters. Details about renters' rights and responsibilities. Pasadena Unified will reopen some of its schools on January 23. Plus, more.

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    Guide for displaced renters, Pasadena Unified to reopen some schools, Record dry conditions in Southern California – The P.M. Edition
    Thousands of displaced residents, whose homes were destroyed or damaged by the wildfires, are now renters. Details about renters' rights and responsibilities. Pasadena Unified will reopen some of its schools on January 23. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Early lawsuits are placing the potential blame of the LA fires on utility companies. The Eaton and Palisades fire have damaged flood control systems ahead of the rainy season. The insurance industry could be in trouble when the fire season starts. Plus, more.

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    LADWP faces lawsuits after fires, Flood control systems damaged ahead of the rainy season, Insurance industry should be able to pay out fire claims – The A.M. Edition
    Early lawsuits are placing the potential blame of the LA fires on utility companies. The Eaton and Palisades fire have damaged flood control systems ahead of the rainy season. The insurance industry could be in trouble when the fire season starts. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    California's attorney general is cracking down on illegal rent hikes. We'll walk you through what we know about California's insurance market in the months and years ahead. Some information on how to protect your kids from smoke and toxic particulates. Plus, more.

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    AG Bonta cracks down on illegal rent hikes after fires; What we know about the insurance market; Protecting young kids from smoke and toxic air – The P.M. Edition
    California's attorney general is cracking down on illegal rent hikes. We'll walk you through what we know about California's insurance market in the months and years ahead. Some information on how to protect your kids from smoke and toxic particulates. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    A local health emergency has been declared for the city of Pasadena due to the Eaton fire. The Southland restaurant community has jumped into action to feed those displaced from their homes. And a popular science podcast for kids tries to explain the LA county fires. Plus, more.

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    Local health emergency declared in Pasadena, SoCal restaurants feed people displaced by fires, Brains On podcast helps explain LA County fires to kids – The A.M. Edition
    A local health emergency has been declared for the city of Pasadena due to the Eaton fire. The Southland restaurant community has jumped into action to feed those displaced from their homes. And a popular science podcast for kids tries to explain the LA county fires. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Science reporter Jacob Margolis on air quality, returning home & the winds coming next week. Students are back in new classrooms after two elementary schools burned down in the Palisades Fire. What to do if you see a wild animal injured by the fires. Plus, more.

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    What fire recovery might look like; Students return to class after their schools burned down; How to help coyotes and other animals impacted by fires– The P.M. Edition
    Science reporter Jacob Margolis on air quality, returning home & the winds coming next week. Students are back in new classrooms after two elementary schools burned down in the Palisades Fire. What to do if you see a wild animal injured by the fires. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    L.A. City Council delays voting on a proposal that would protect those affected by fires from evictions. Newsom moves to stop developers from low-balling areas hit hard by the fires. How GoFundMe wording affects the disaster aid you can get. Plus, more.

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    SoCal Wildfires: Vote on eviction moratoriums for fire victims delayed, New property owner protections in disaster areas, Navigating GoFundMe disaster aid — The A.M. Edition
    L.A. City Council delays voting on a proposal that would protect those affected by fires from evictions. Newsom moves to stop developers from low-balling areas hit hard by the fires. How GoFundMe wording affects the disaster aid you can get. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The Air Quality Index says the air in much of Los Angeles is safe, but that's not the whole story. Tips for parents on how to keep kids safe as multiple wildfires burn across SoCal. GoFundMe donations could affect disaster aid eligibility. Plus, more.

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    SoCal Wildfires: How to assess LA's air quality, Keep your kids safe from the smoke & pollution, FEMA says "carefully consider" GoFundMe campaign wording – The P.M. Edition
    The Air Quality Index says the air in much of Los Angeles is safe, but that's not the whole story. Tips for parents on how to keep kids safe as multiple wildfires burn across SoCal. GoFundMe donations could affect disaster aid eligibility. Plus, more.

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