The LA Report

A toxic hazmat emergency in Garden Grove prompts an evacuation order affecting 40,000 people. A study says L.A.'s homelessness rates are down, but not in every demographic. From the desert to the sea: A bus will soon take you from the Antelope Valley to the beach. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com*UPDATE: This episode of The L.A. Report was updated with further information from Orange County Fire.Support the show: https://laist.com

It's Food Friday and we'll tell you about a few L.A. restaurants putting their own twist on British food. A host from the Great American Baking Show shares their favorite L.A. bakeries. Plus, artist Yoko Ono brings her first Southern California solo exhibit to The Broad this weekend. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

LA City Council approves a budget that will add hundreds of police officers. Meanwhile, LA Unified eliminates hundreds of positions. LA Metro sues Burbank over a NoHo to Pasadena bus route. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

We have the latest on a long-delayed, $100 million transportation project in L.A. Learn the programs Santa Ana slashed to balance its $13 million budget deficit. Governor Newsom moves to protect workers in the age of AI - what does his executive order do? Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

We'll tell you about a weekly showcase in South L.A. that's giving new talent a space to perform for free. Plus, an Eaton fire survivor is turning her former home into an immersive art space this weekend. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Firefighters are starting to get the upper hand on a trio of SoCal wildfires. Candidates in the LA Mayor race reveal big differences when it comes to police. Hundreds of thousands of Californians are at risk of losing CalFresh benefits. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

At least 20 detainees at Adelanto have started a hunger strike. The FBI shares how the two shooters at the Islamic Center of San Diego met. On this smoky day, we have tips on checking the air in your neighborhood. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Why a ban on rent increases after the LA fires is coming to an end. How the Trump administration is affecting who's applying for Federal Student Aid. And a new exhibit at the Skirball Cultural Center shows how comic books are storytellers of American history. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Crews are battling a trio of SoCal wildfires with expanding flames in Riverside County causing families to flee. California and the Trump Administration face-off in Pasadena over voter data. LA City Council delays the so-called "Olympic Wage" to stop a scheme that could have devasted the city budget. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

LA County is ending its post-fire ban on rent gouging - increases will once again be capped at 10%. We have updates on two large wildfires burning in SoCal. Officials and faith leaders respond to yesterday's deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Crews are still working to put out the Sandy Fire in Simi Valley; we'll bring you the latest. We'll talk about the race for L.A. City Council District 9 and why it's one to watch. And tennis legend Billie Jean King is now officially a CSU graduate. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Crews fighting Ventura County's Sandy Fire get some help from the weather. Homelessness is down in Orange County. The feds say people on Skid Row have been paid to register to vote, and that why California should hand over its voter rolls. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Firefighters are working to put out the Sandy Fire in Simi Valley. Allegations of favoritism are splitting Huntington Beach's city council. The results of an investigation into the county's emergency alerts the night of the Eaton Fire. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

How a lingering ocean heatwave could affect our weather and sea life here in SoCal. UCLA has a new tool to teach Asian American and Pacific Islander history to Gen Z. And the labor activist Dolores Huerta is honored with a new mural in L.A. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

It's the deadline to register to vote in the June primaries, but if you miss it, you can still cast a ballot. The feds arrest an Iraqi man accused of targeting LA Jewish institutions. Long Beach's LGBTQ community shows off its Pride, despite the cancelation of a beloved festival. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Los Angeles County public health officials have confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in a resident who arrived internationally at LAX last Thursday. Long Beach adds a pride event to Sunday after abruptly canceling the Pride Festival Friday. Why the city of Ontario should be the destination of your next SoCal excursion. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

The Long Beach Pride Festival was abruptly cancelled yesterday shortly before it was slated to begin due to permitting issues. The state ethics commission has sanctioned several Huntington Beach city officials for failing to disclose free perks. The Red Bull Soapbox Race takes over Downtown LA today, we get a preview. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Governor Newsom's former chief of staff pleads guilty to fraud charges. Why scientists are worried about the latest marine heat wave. The Rams and Chargers revealed their schedules for next season. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

It's Food Friday and we're digging into the state of Puerto Rican food here in LA. Why Angelenos might see dozens of soap box carts racing through downtown. Plus Olvera street in downtown is about to become a new hub to celebrate queer Latino culture. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Candidates in the Governor race target Xavier Becerra in their final debate before the June primary. Gavin Newsom unveils his final updated budget, and he says he's eliminated the deficit. Immigrant rights groups say ICE is being aggressive in the Coachella Valley. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Why UC workers called off a strike scheduled for today. California is investigating FIFA over its ticket sales after consumers complained. Having love troubles? UCLA is offering free couples counseling. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

We'll talk about the future of TV and new shows coming out. The Broad Museum is celebrating a new milestone. And the Original Tommy's is offering customers a special treat for its 80th birthday celebration. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

UC averts a massive strike, thanks to a late-night deal. The Trump Administration is refusing to give California more than a billion in Medicaid funds. Hollywood holds its own homelessness count, because it doesn't know if it can trust County data. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

We dig into the use of solitary confinement at the Adelanto immigrant detention center. L.A. mayoral candidates share their plans to address homelessness. Why you won't see Shohei Ohtani in the batting lineup tonight. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

We'll check in on the Orange County assessor race following misconduct and sexual harassment allegations against a candidate. How the California Science Center is getting ready for it's latest expansion. And the iconic Cinerama Dome theater is getting closer to reopening. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

The LAPD announces scores of burglary arrests in response to a surge in break-ins in the Valley. Solar power companies say they're going broke because of a sloppy state program. The middleman in Matthew Perry's ketamine deals is about to learn his fate. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

It's one month out from the World Cup - we check in on what to expect. And Canvas's creators have announced a deal with the hackers that took down its platform. L.A.'s city council has moved to restrict sales of nitrous oxide. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

We'll look at the L.A. City Council races ahead of the June primary. The California DMV collects money from towed cars that aren't claimed and state lawmakers are trying to change that. Plus we'll check in on the state of the Port of L.A. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

The Mayor of Arcadia is stepping down after pleading guilty to acting as an illegal agent for China. This week's debate in the LA Mayor's race is off after all the leading candidates bailed. Mayor Bass is fighting back against claims that homelessness is largely a drug problem. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

We check in on the O.C. assessors' race after misconduct allegations first reported by LAist. Amazon is no longer selling e-bikes that exceed speed limits. The Dodgers community says goodbye to a historic voice. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Governor Newsom is calling on the federal government to extend FEMA funds after last year's fires-- what survivors have to say. A beloved Altadena shop has reopened after facing fire and flood damage. A special auction is coming up in honor of what would have been Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Governor Newsom pleads for more federal funding for wildfire survivors while homeowners are watching their money dry up. The WGA reaches a deal with its staff workers, ending a nearly three-month long strike. Fewer California teens are pre-registering to vote. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Several dozen earthquakes ranging from 2 to 4 magnitude hit the Imperial Valley city of Brawley in the last 24 hours, no injuries or significant damage have been reported. A usually sleepy Long Beach school board race is getting a dose of partisan politics from a conservative challenger this year. Dañiel Martinez takes you inside Metro’s Lost & Found. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

The LAPD says it will need more than $1 billion to police the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics -- half of their current annual budget. The UC system is in the process of restoring access to Canvas following a cyberattack this week. Josie Huang heads to Santa Monica to visit one of the most revered live music venues on the West Coast, McCabe's Guitar Shop. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Governor Newsom's looking for an extension of FEMA funds for L.A. fire survivors. Nearly 6 years after Newsom's Project Homekey housing program started, our reporting partners CalMatters check on the results. How is L.A. bracing for potential cases of hantavirus? Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

New bachelor degrees are coming to the Cal State University system. How you can participate in the country's largest single-day food drive this weekend. And for Food Friday we'll be talking about a new grocery store in Chinatown that's been in the works for over two years. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

A cyberattack disrupts a key education platform used by Cal States, UCs and thousands of schools around the country. Some folks want to know how LA County is using technology that tracks our license plates. Metro riders get three new stops today. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

State lawmakers say California isn't facing a fuel shortage right now, but don't expect gas prices to go down. Rancho Palos Verdes has rejected plans to build more cell towers. How a new Apple TV series is putting the spotlight on... Fullerton. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Why advocates are worried about the future of LA city's streets. We'll bring you an update on a $10 million dollar fundraiser to preserve land near Big Bear's famous bald eagle nest. And we'll talk about a new Apple TV series that puts a spotlight on the city of Fullerton. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

It was a second night of debate in the LA Mayor's race with lots of finger pointing from the three candidates. A massive federal raid targets suspected drug dealers in MacArthur Park. An anti-ICE protester gets a serious federal sentence. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Trump administration alleges UCLA medical school illegally uses race in admissions. The Santa Ana City Council unanimously approved an ordinance requiring retail stores to staff self-checkout lanes. The OC releases sterilized mosquitoes to fight spread. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Why a SoCal gun store is raising eyebrows from local officials after it was linked to the White House Correspondent's Dinner shooting. How LA County libraries are joining in on the World Cup fanfare. And a state new bill aims to celebrate lowriders with a special license plate. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com