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The LA Report is a daily roundup of reporters discussing the top news stories in the L.A. region.

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    Emmy winners, 2028 Olympic security, LA County water bills on the rise— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 4:39


    The winners are in from the biggest night in television. Security for the 2028 Olympics will be in the hands of the feds. Find out what that means for LA. Why you may be paying a lot more on your water bill. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Major environmental bills headed to Newsom, Emmys security, Bird poop & SaMo — Sunday Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025 12:47


    An environmental package and other big bills close out the California legislative season. After last week's Charlie Kirk killing, organizers and city departments ramp up security at the Emmy Awards. Researchers zero in on one possible source of pollution at the Santa Monitor pier -- bird poop. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

    SB79 passes legislature, SAG-AFTRA new prez, Inside the spooky General Hospital — Saturday Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 10:03


    Major housing bill that would bring taller and denser housing to the state is awaiting Newsom's signature. Actor Sean Astin has been elected as SAG-AFTRA's new president. We take you inside the long shuttered General Hospital in Boyle Heights, which will be transformed into new housing. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

    Aliso Canyon methane leak has long-term health effects, LA's new plan for its parks, The mystery of the missing Arby's sign on Sunset — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 4:26


    A study finds the natural gas leak in Aliso Canyon 10 years ago has had major health impacts. L.A. is setting a roadmap for what it'll do with its parks over the next 2 decades. We tracked down what happened to the famous Arby's sign in Hollywood. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Ruling bars use of force against LA press, CA lawmakers pass police mask ban, "Mansion Tax" reforms fail— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 4:19


    A judge is barring LA police and federal agents from using force against journalists covering protests. Separately, California lawmakers ban law enforcement, including the feds, from wearing masks. The plan to reform LA's so-called "mansion tax" has fallen apart. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    LA lags behind in speed camera installation, Why solar panel installation is stalling, Mayor Bass speeds up LAPD hiring — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 4:35


    A pilot to install speed cameras in L.A. is lagging behind other cities. Why L.A. residents are installing fewer solar panels. Karen Bass signed an order today to speed up hiring more police officers. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    SoCal leaders denounce Kirk murder, Activists launch carwash protection units, Construction worker suicide rate— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 4:47


    SoCal leaders are denouncing the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Activists are launching community squads to protect carwash workers from immigration raids. It's National Suicide Prevention Week, and we'll bring awareness to an occupation that has a surprisingly higher risk. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Most CA police aren't filing use of force reports, State anti-grooming bill introduced, Original Pantry reopens tomorrow — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 4:48


    LAist finds most law enforcement agencies aren't following a state law requiring them to document use of force. A state bill would require students and teachers to learn how to recognize signs of grooming and abuse. The Original Pantry Cafe reopens tomorrow with its original staff. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    LA County taking on feds over SNAP data, Dog on OC voter rolls, Controversial Big Bear housing advances— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 4:54


    LA County is joining the fight against the feds over personal data of SNAP recipients. Orange County Republicans want to make sure there are no more DOGS casting votes. A housing project moves forward at Big Bear Lake despite concerns from bald eagle watchers. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    LAist finds Santa Ana police use of force broke law, Airport Fire 1-year anniversary, Containers at Port of Long Beach fall into sea — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 4:27


    An LAist investigation finds Santa Ana police's use of less-lethal munitions ran afoul of a state law designed to protect protesters. We check in one year after the Airport Fire was accidentally started by a Orange County public works crew. Over 60 shipping containers fell off a cargo ship in Long Beach today. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Activists denounce Supreme Court raid ruling, Industrial waste off SoCal coast, Santa Monica considers fiscal emergency— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 4:50


    Immigrant rights groups are denouncing the Supreme Court decision that lifts restrictions on federal raids. Industrial waste is changing the chemistry of SoCal's sea floor. Santa Monica may be on the verge of declaring a fiscal emergency. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    SCOTUS makes 'roving' sweeps legal for now, State of CA sues L.A. County, Deals in honor of Long Beach's 908 Day — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 4:27


    The Supreme Court allows 'roving' immigration sweeps to resume in L.A. The state sues L.A. County and the sheriff's department over jail conditions. We highlight some local businesses (with deals!) in honor of 908 day in Long Beach. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    CA GOP coordinates against Prop 50, LAPD pulls Harris detail, LA County gets wildfire-fighting planes— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 4:39


    California Republicans are circling the wagons to defeat the state's redistricting election. The LAPD pulls its security detail for former Vice President Kamala Harris. LA County wildfire crews get some essential tools from Canada. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Dodgers meltdown, CA GOP convention, remembering Vicky Tafoya — Sunday Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2025 8:58


    Yoshinobu Yamamoto nearly pitched a no-hitter before Dodgers suffered a fifth straight loss. California Republicans hold their state convention in Garden Grove. Remembering Vicky Tafoya, a pivotal figure in the rockabilly revival of the 1990s. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

    Immigration detainees & bond hearings, History of Queen Mary, Jurupa Valley fire — Saturday Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2025 11:58


    A Trump White House policy denying bond hearings to people who entered the country illegally has been upheld. Queen Mary’s journey from Scotland to Long Beach across the 20th Century. Evacuation orders have been lifted for the Pyrite Fire in Jurupa Valley. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

    Huntington Beach must comply with state's Freedom to Read Act, Norwalk will repeal its homeless shelter ban, An update on DTLA federal buildings' fencing that raised accessibility concerns — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 4:53


    A court has rejected Huntington Beach's efforts to control what minors can read at its libraries. The city of Norwalk will repeal its ban on new homeless shelters. An update on downtown Los Angeles federal buildings' fencing that raised accessibility concerns. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Ninth Circuit pauses Nat'l Guard ruling, Andrew Do sued, Rise of guardrail thefts— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 4:10


    The Trump Administration appeals the ruling that said it was illegal to send the National Guard to LA. A Cal State Channel Islands instructor is accused of throwing tear gas at immigration agents. California braces for a fight with the feds over in-state tuition for undocumented students. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Federal prosecutors sue SoCal Edison, National Guard LA deployment $120M price tag, DTLA federal buildings' fencing raise accessibility concerns — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 4:40


    Federal prosecutors filed two lawsuits against SoCal Edison in connection with the January wildfires. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the costs of the National Guard's deployment. Fencing around federal buildings in downtown Los Angeles raise concerns about accessibility. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Trump Admin appeals Nat'l Guard ruling, Cal State instructor indicted for role in raid protest, Fight over tuition for undocumented students— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 4:42


    The Trump Administration appeals the ruling that said it was illegal to send the National Guard to LA. A Cal State Channel Islands instructor is accused of throwing tear gas at immigration agents. California braces for a fight with the feds over in-state tuition for undocumented students. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Huntington Beach sues California over redistricting, City of Los Angeles considers heat threshold in rental units, California construction industry eyes Gen Z to fill gaps — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 4:43


    Huntington Beach's city council noted to sue California over the states redistricting plan. The city of Los Angeles could consider requiring landlord to help tenants beat the heat. California's construction industry looks at Gen Z to help fill labor shortages. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Newsom files injunction over Nat'l Guard deployment, LA County delays rent relief vote, Some homeowners can ignore wildfire evacuations— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 4:45


    Governor Newsom wants the courts to finally put an end to the National Guard deployment in Los Angeles. LA County leaders are putting off a decision on a new rent relief program. Fire officials say certain homeowners can now stay behind during wildfire evacuations. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Judge rules Trump Administration violated federal law with National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, Monsoonal Moisture causing thunderstorms, Long Beach Baseball Club to name new minor league — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 4:30


    A federal judge rules the Trump administration violated federal law by deploying National Guard troops to Los Angeles during immigration sweeps. September is looking grey due to monsoonal moisture patterns in the region. Long Beach Baseball Club needs your help to name minor league. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    LA County to vote on rent relief, CA Assembly considers school immigration raid alert system, LA Unified's specialized programs— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 4:56


    LA County considers a new program to help wildfire survivors and ICE victims pay their rent. A school emergency alert system for immigration sweeps goes before the State Assembly. It's time for parents to start researching LA Unified's specialized programs for next year. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Flood watch in effect for parts of region, Surfing groups compete over team USA 2028, New LAist illustration project highlights hopes for Altadena and Pacific Palisades — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 4:36


    The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for parts of the region until Wednesday. Two surf organizations battle over team USA at the 2028 Olympics. A new LAist project will illustrate your memories, hopes, and dreams of Altadena and the Pacific Palisades. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    "Workers Over Billionaires" protests, Heat advisory, Studio City husband pleads for wife's release from ICE— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 4:29


    A day of protest are planned across the Southland and the country. Heat advisories are in effect for most of SoCal. A Studio City business owners says his wife was taken by immigration agents, in what was essentially a trick. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Labor Day brings the heat, 100 years of the L.A. Breakfast Club, Canines help Altadena heal  — Sunday Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 12:22


    A heat advisory is in effect through Tuesday evening across Southern California. The Los Angeles Breakfast Club commemorates 100 years in a new book. Altadena finds symbols of resilience in dogs: one real, one mythical. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

    Unionizing rideshare drivers, New homeless encampment, Jewish mural in Westside —  Saturday Edition 

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2025 10:41


    Rideshare giants and California state leaders have struck a deal over workers unionizing. The story behind a mural in Pico-Robertson which centers Jewish and non-Jewish working-class history. Governor Gavin Newsom creates a new homeless encampment task force, plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

    Man fired upon by Border Patrol has been arrested, Palisades 'disaster tours' banned, See a classic film this weekend — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 4:17


    A SoCal man whose truck was shot at by a Border Patrol agent has been arrested. So-called “disaster tours” have been banned from the Pacific Palisades after an L.A. City Council vote. The 61st Cinecon Classic Film Festival kicks off today in Hollywood. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Border Czar promises more LA raids, Feds detain San Bernardino man whose car was shot, Typhus on the rise— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 5:00


    President Trump's Border Czar is promising more immigration raids in LA. The San Bernardino man who was shot at by immigration agents is now in federal custody. A dangerous disease that could target our pets is on the rise in the region. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    OC launces new immigrant legal fund, Santa Ana Unified reaches students impacted by sweeps, Torrance will reform its police department — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 4:18


    Orange County starts a new legal fund to support immigrants. Santa Ana Unified is reaching immigrant families afraid to leave home due to ICE sweeps with a virtual academy. The city of Torrance will reform its police department after investigators uncovered racist statements. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Extra patrols at LA Catholic schools, LA City Council delays law firm payment, CA Supreme Court won't block redistricting election— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 4:44


    LA Catholic schools are on heightened alert in response to the shooting in Minneapolis. LA's City Council is putting off a decision on paying its homelessness lawyers. California's Supreme Court refuses to block the special election on Congressional redistricting. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Redistricting mail campaign starts, Border Patrol agent accused of assault dies, The Palisades' Lake Shrine reopens after fires — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 4:44


    The political battle over redistricting heats up: The first mailers are arriving in Californians' inboxes. A border patrol agent accused of assaulting Long Beach police officers has died. The Palisades' historic Lake Shrine is now welcoming visitors after a months-long fire recovery. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Homeland Security marks 5k LA immigration arrests, The future of LA parking, Pasadena cuts Eaton Fire rebuilding fees— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 4:57


    Homeland Security marks 5,000 immigration arrests in LA this summer, and they say it's just the beginning. Your next LA home may not come with a parking space. Pasadena is cutting rebuilding fees for Eaton Fire survivors. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    New LAHSA boss starts job, Trump threatens CA gerrymandering lawsuit, Army to start final Palisades debris removal— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 4:59


    The new head of LA's homelessness agency starts the job today. President Trump is threatening to sue California over its redistricting efforts. The Army is set to celebrate its final wildfire debris removal in the Pacific Palisades. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Report details post-fire rise in unemployment, UCLA negotiates with feds, K-Pop Demon Hunters fan viewings come to Alhambra — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 4:45


    Over 10,000 people filed for unemployment after January's fires, a report finds. UCLA is at the negotiating table with the federal government over antisemitism allegations, even as Jewish groups defend the university. L.A. Report cohost Josie Huang stopped by a local fan viewing of K-Pop Demon Hunters. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    LAHSA can't help new unhoused families, Wildfire survivors demand action against insurers, LA Metro hasn't received federal Olympics funds— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 4:17


    A shocking admission from LA's homeless services agency: it can't help any new families. Wildfire survivors are demanding action against what they call "illegal insurer misconduct." LA Metro is still waiting on its Olympic funds from the feds. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    L.A. County jail improvements, more extreme heat today, K-Pop Demon Hunters slays at theaters — Sunday Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2025 12:14


    L.A. County Jails are seeing improvements in wait times and conditions, but there are worries over the population increasing. Southern California’s heat wave is on its way out. We get into vegetarian tacos and a K-Pop sensation. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

    Lyle Menendez denied parole, heat wave extended, UCLA feels funding freeze pinch —  Saturday Edition 

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2025 12:02


    Lyle Menendez was denied parole by the state parole board after his brother Erik was denied parole on Thursday. A heat wave that’s been baking southern California has been extended through Sunday. We get an update on the federal government freezing funding for UCLA, plus more! Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

    LA city council explores alternatives to LAHSA, Trump pulls CA sex ed funding, Cheap Fast Eats in NoHo — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 4:42


    The L.A. City Council is exploring alternatives as it considers defunding the L.A. Homeless Services Authority. The Trump administration has pulled California's federal sex education funding. We tell you about some of the best cheap fast eats you can get in North Hollywood. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Potential power shutoffs amid heatwave, Erik Menendez denied parole, Researcher leaves UCLA due to cuts— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 4:50


    SoCal Edison is warning of potential power shutoffs, in the middle of this week's heatwave. One of the Menendez Brothers has been denied parole, and the other faces the board today. Researchers are leaving academia after the Trump administration froze UCLA grants. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Gov. Newsom's redistricting plan approved, Officials decry use of federal agents, Red flag warning hits during heatwave — The P.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 4:20


    The state legislature approved Governor Newsom's redistricting plan today. California politicians accuse President Trump of using Border Patrol agents to intimidate them. A red flag warning is here: Officials warn of potential "extreme fire conditions." Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

    Heatwave begins to peak, Menendez Bros parole hearing, CA lawmakers set to approve redistricting election— The A.M. Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 4:40


    This week's heatwave begins to peak. The Menendez Brothers have a date with the parole board. California lawmakers are set to approve a special election to re-write the Congressional maps. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

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