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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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    King tides are on our way this weekend. After a body was recovered from the Santa Ana River, we share tips on staying safe in floods. The city of Santa Monica is suing Waymo, find out why. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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    King tides and supermoon this weekend, Staying safe in floods, Santa Monica sues Waymo — Evening Edition
    King tides are on our way this weekend. After a body was recovered from the Santa Ana River, we share tips on staying safe in floods. The city of Santa Monica is suing Waymo, find out why. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

    Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com

    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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    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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    Little Saigon's first Vietnamese American representative was sworn in today. The reasoning behind Governor Newsom's executive order on processed foods. LAist food editor Gab Chabran offers a foodie forecast for 2025. Plus, more.

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    Rep. Derek Tran is sworn into Congress; Gov. Newsom takes on ultra-processed foods; What food trends await in 2025?– The P.M. Edition
    Little Saigon's first Vietnamese American representative was sworn in today. The reasoning behind Governor Newsom's executive order on processed foods. LAist food editor Gab Chabran offers a foodie forecast for 2025. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Mayor Karen Bass announces a new two-pronged plan to get more unhoused veterans inside. Huntington Beach and California fight over the extent of the city council’s power. LAist Food Editor Gab Chabrán tells us what to expect from the world of food in 2025. Plus, more.

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    Huntington Beach vs. California showdowns continue, Mayor Bass wants landlords to accept veterans housing vouchers, Food predictions for 2025 – The A.M. Edition
    Mayor Karen Bass announces a new two-pronged plan to get more unhoused veterans inside. Huntington Beach and California fight over the extent of the city council’s power. LAist Food Editor Gab Chabrán tells us what to expect from the world of food in 2025. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    L.A. Mayor Karen Bass has a new plan to get more unhoused veterans into housing fast. California's snowpack so far this year is ten percent below average. We look at  ahead in the world of Hollywood with Reuters reporter Dawn Chmielewski. Plus, more.

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    LA has new plan for unhoused veterans; CA snowpack is low so far this winter; A 2025 forecast for the entertainment industry – The P.M. Edition
    L.A. Mayor Karen Bass has a new plan to get more unhoused veterans into housing fast. California's snowpack so far this year is ten percent below average. We look at  ahead in the world of Hollywood with Reuters reporter Dawn Chmielewski. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The new year is bringing new rent hikes to tenants in Los Angeles city’s rent-controlled apartments in February. Health grade colors have been switched around as part of a system update. Mayor Bass launches a plan to bring unhoused veterans indoors. Plus, more.

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    Rent increases around the corner for some L.A. city renters, Health inspection signs change colors, Mayor Bass wants to bring more unhoused veterans indoors – The A.M. Edition
    The new year is bringing new rent hikes to tenants in Los Angeles city’s rent-controlled apartments in February. Health grade colors have been switched around as part of a system update. Mayor Bass launches a plan to bring unhoused veterans indoors. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The 136th Rose Parade rolled through Pasadena today. Tips for Dry January. We speak with correspondent Frank Stoltze on some of the biggest political moments of 2024, and what's ahead in the New Year. Plus, more.

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    Scenes from the 2025 Rose Parade; How to go alcohol-free this January; A look back at 2024 in LA politics – The P.M. Edition
    The 136th Rose Parade rolled through Pasadena today. Tips for Dry January. We speak with correspondent Frank Stoltze on some of the biggest political moments of 2024, and what's ahead in the New Year. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    Los Angeles County has received 5 percent of the rain it would in an average rainy season, why that poses a risk. The Chiquita Canyon Landfill closes today. Insurance is set to expand in high risk areas, but critics say it won’t help homeowners. Plus, more.

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    A dry rainy season poses risks, Complaints shutter a local landfill, Insurance expansion in California comes at a cost – The A.M. Edition
    Los Angeles County has received 5 percent of the rain it would in an average rainy season, why that poses a risk. The Chiquita Canyon Landfill closes today. Insurance is set to expand in high risk areas, but critics say it won’t help homeowners. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The beleaguered Castaic landfill is closing January 1 after community complaints. New CA law requires baby food makers to disclose heavy metals. Correspondent Nick Gerda reflects on breaking one of the biggest local stories of the year. Plus, more.

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    Chiquita Canyon Landfill closes, New CA baby food transparency law, LAist reporter Nick Gerda reflects on his Andrew Do investigation – The P.M. Edition
    The beleaguered Castaic landfill is closing January 1 after community complaints. New CA law requires baby food makers to disclose heavy metals. Correspondent Nick Gerda reflects on breaking one of the biggest local stories of the year. Plus, more.

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  • The L.A. Report
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    The “Best Day Ever” starts tomorrow at the 136th Rose Parade. Yusra Farzan reports on two bills inspired by an LAist investigation that will go into effect tomorrow. Nick Gerda previews homelessness accountability for 2025. Plus, more.

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    Angelenos secure their Rose Parade spots, New laws inspired by LAist reporting, What to expect on homelessness in Los Angeles in 2025 – The A.M. Edition
    The “Best Day Ever” starts tomorrow at the 136th Rose Parade. Yusra Farzan reports on two bills inspired by an LAist investigation that will go into effect tomorrow. Nick Gerda previews homelessness accountability for 2025. Plus, more.

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