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    Palisades Fire trial deadlock, LA Mayor Bass calls for permanent path for TPS holders, LA County abuse settlement freeze denied— Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 4:50


    Jurors in the Palisades Fire trial are deadlocked after a moment of confusion in the courtroom. LA Mayor Karen Bass condemns the Supreme Court's immigration rulings and calls on Congress to take action. A judge refuses to freeze payments in LA County's massive sexual abuse settlement despite claims of fraud. 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

    Air quality near Lineage warehouse fire, OC's grand jury wants to expand oversight powers, Law to require remote comment for local meetings — Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 4:26


    The latest from fire and air quality officials on the warehouse fire in Boyle Heights. Citing LAist reporting, Orange County's grand jury wants to expand its powers to deal with misconduct. Local government meetings will soon be coming to... a couch near you? 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

    OC grand jury cracks down on misconduct, Calls to protect Big Bear bald eagles from fireworks, Toy Story 5 dominates box office— Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 4:55


    Orange County's grand jury is cracking down on misconduct from elected officials. Advocates for Big Bear's bald eagles are asking city officials to protect the birds from 4th of July fireworks. And why Toy Story's latest installment is dominating the box office. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    Boyle Heights fire knocked down, LA County drug overdoses decline, New Michelin-starred restaurants— Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 4:51


    The LA Fire Department says the Boyle Heights warehouse fire is officially knocked down. Now the attention turns to all that spoiled food. Drug ODs are down across LA County. LA Unified makes their new leader permanent. 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

    FEMA funding for fire survivors extended, LA County leaders give warnings ahead of July 4th, Kogi x Sam Woo BBQ collab in SGV— Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 4:49


    Federal disaster funding for fire survivors is extended. L.A. County authorities say leave the fireworks up to the pros this July 4th. A limited food pop up shows love to the 6-2-6. 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

    Investigation into Keith Porter Jr. killing, Housing near transit stops, Space shuttle Endeavour new home— Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 5:00


    What we know about the investigation into the killing of an L.A. man who was shot by an off duty ICE officer on New Years Eve. More housing could soon be coming near transit stops in L.A. And science fans will soon be able to see the space shuttle Endeavor at its new home. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    Boyle Heights air improvement expected, LA Unified screen time restrictions, Palisades Fire jury deliberations begin— Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 4:26


    Firefighters say air conditions should be much better today at the site of the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. LA Unified approves one of the nation's strictest screen time policies. The fate of the man accused of starting the Palisades Fire is now in the hands of a jury. 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 moves to phase out oil drilling, Culver City teens right to vote, National parks camping tips — Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 4:22


    The L.A. City Council once gain moves to phase out oil drilling. Culver City teens could soon gain the right to vote. And what to know if you're camping at a national park this summer. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    The future of LAUSD leadership, warm weather coming to SoCal, building stress on San Andreas fault — Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 5:00


    L.A. Unified's board meets to discuss the future of district leadership following Alberto Carvalho's resignation. A heat advisory is in effect through Thursday in SoCal. A new study finds a major earthquake is more likely now than at any point in the last thousand years. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    Calls for Boyle Heights fire investigation, Trump suit tossed over LA sanctuary status, Palisades Fire trial closing arguments— Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 4:36


    Elected leaders are demanding an investigation into the warehouse fire in Boyle Heights. A judge throws out the Trump Administration's lawsuit against LA over its sanctuary city status. A juror gets tossed from the Palisades Fire trial. 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

    Boyle Heights warehouse fire challenges, Unfinished investigation into killing of Keith Porter Jr., CA bill considers cannabis drive thru —Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 4:38


    Why the warehouse fire in Boyle Heights has been challenging for firefighters. An off duty ICE officer killed an armed man on New Year's Eve but months later the LAPD has yet to release their findings. Some CA lawmakers are considering allowing cannabis dispensaries to add drive thru windows. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    Voter fraud allegations swirl ahead of election certification, Pasadena schools' tree removal plan sparks backlash, Olivia Rodrigo launches all-women music festival in Irvine — Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 5:00


    L.A. and Orange Counties are set to certify the results of the June primary this week as feds continue to allege voter fraud. For Climate Monday, why backlash from residents caused Pasadena Unified to reconsider a plan to remove nearly 200 trees from 11 of its campuses. Olivia Rodrigo is launching her own music festival in Irvine this summer featuring an all-women lineup. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    Progress in Boyle Heights fire, LA Unified Superintendent resigns, Appeals court blocks controversial CA LGBTQ law— Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 4:44


    Firefighters say they've got the upper hand on the Boyle Heights warehouse fire that's been burning since Wednesday. The company at the center of the fire is already opening its wallet to help Boyle Heights residents. The embattled superintendent of LA Unified has resigned. 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

    Bad air from Boyle Heights fire blankets LA, Check-in on LA charter reforms, A zine fest for cats — Sunday Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 11:01


    Los Angeles and California have declared a state of emergency over the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. A measure that would allow the L.A. City Council to create policy for the police department is one of several charter reforms to appear on the November ballot. Previewing a zine festival in Long Beach that celebrates felines. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

    Boyle Heights warehouse fire updates, Pasadena Unified tree removal, LA's Black queer club culture — Saturday Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2026 9:10


    A fire that started at a Boyle Heights cold storage facility on Wednesday continues to burn this weekend, blanketing Los Angeles in smoke. Pasadena Unified voted to remove dozens of trees across their campuses, sparking student backlash. A Lincoln Heights performance space pays tribute to Black queer clubs of years past over the Juneteenth weekend. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

    Boyle Heights shelter in place orders lifted, PUSD votes to save trees, 'Sissies' pays tribute to LA's Black LGBTQ+ clubs— Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2026 4:36


    The latest on the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. Pasadena Unified moves to save trees after a public outcry. A dance performance bringing together the past and present of L.A.'s Black gay underground takes place this Juneteenth weekend. 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

    World Cup art installation, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pizzeria, New Iranian bakery in LA— Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 4:57


    L.A City has commissioned a large-scale art installation for the World Cup at City Hall and the artist is asking help from young soccer fans. An official Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pizza shop opens in Santa Monica. For Food Friday, LAist's food and culture writer Gab Chabrán takes us to a new Iranian bakery. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    Boyle Heights air quality concerns, FBI agents hit Skid Row, Glendale school board race tied— Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 4:51


    Shelter-in-Place orders are back in effect in Boyle Heights where a warehouse fire has residents worried about what they're breathing in. FBI agents descend on Skid Row looking for evidence of voter fraud. The fight over millions in renter aid that's currently in limbo. 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

    Huntington Beach's new housing plan, Compton facility cited, Inside the world's 1st AI art museum — Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 4:29


    Huntington Beach adopts a housing plan after a long legal battle. Air quality regulators cited an oil recycling facility in Compton multiple times for violating pollution rules. The world’s first museum dedicated to AI art opens Saturday in LA. 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

    Proposed non-citizen voting measure, MacArthur Park World Cup celebration, New AI art museum — Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 5:00


    The Los Angeles City Council has approved a ballot proposal for November that would allow non-citizens to vote in council and school board elections. MacArthur Park in Westlake often makes headlines for being a place where crime runs rampant but it's also where locals are celebrating the World Cup. For Entertainment Thursday, LAist host Julia Paskin talks about a Juneteenth concert and a new L.A. AI art museum. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    Boyle Heights shelter-in-place lifted, Non-citizen voting plan advances, Billionaire tax heading to CA ballot— Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 4:33


    Shelter-in-Place orders are lifted in Boyle Heights after a massive warehouse caught fire. But air quality concerns remain. LA City Council moves forward with a plan to let non-citizens vote. A billionaire's tax is heading to California's November ballot. 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

    Boyle Heights cold storage facility fire, LA County Sheriff watchdog lawsuit, LA street improvement money to lapse — Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 4:53


    Shelter in place orders are in place due to a smoke plume in Boyle Heights that may contain ammonia - see LAist.com for the latest. Why the L.A. County Sheriff's watchdog commission is suing the department. Funding for street improvement projects across L.A. will soon lapse. 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

    Update on LA County Judge races, PUSD tree removal backlash, Juneteenth events in SoCal— Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 5:00


    For Watchdog Wednesday, LAist reporter Cato Hernández goes over the election results of two sitting L.A. county judges who faced ethical issues. Pasadena Unified School District is facing backlash for a plan to remove nearly 200 trees. Where you can celebrate Juneteenth this Friday around SoCal. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    SoCal defendants in UFC White House plot, Drones threaten wildfire efforts, Langer's 79th b'day— Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 4:16


    Riverside crews try to come up with a plan to get people affected by the Shore Fire back in their homes. Meanwhile, LA County Firefighters want people to keep their drones away from wildfires. The alleged plot to attack the UFC event at White House includes two suspects from SoCal. 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

    Second Whiteman Airport crash, Adelanto hunger striker deported, Standoff over sharing license data — Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 4:38


    A small plane crashes at Pacoima's Whiteman Airport, the second in about two months. A hunger striker at ICE's Adelanto facility is deported. State lawmakers are in a standoff with the DMV and the governor due to privacy concerns for the undocumented. 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

    World Cup watch parties, LA Coliseum US birthday celebration, Preschool guide for LA — Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 4:31


    L.A Mayor Karen Bass attended the World Cup watch party at MacArthur Park yesterday. L.A. Coliseum is hosting a concert to celebrate the 250's Anniversary of the United States of America. LAist Engagement Producer, Sabrina Sanchez talk about a guide for families navigating their preschool options 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

    Wildfire evacuations in Riverside CO, 8 dead in Edwards AFB crash, James Beard Awards— Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 4:46


    A wildfire in Riverside County explodes in size sparking evacuations in El Casco. Eight people are dead after a B-52 crashed at Edwards Air Force Base. LA Unified is expected to make major cuts to student equity programs. 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

    Newsom says feds are investigating him, SoCal beaches see swell damage, Crackdown on drones near SoFi Stadium — Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 4:25


    Governor Gavin Newsom claims the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating him, and says bring it on. High tides have damaged the SoCal coast line. There's a "no drone zone" around SoFi Stadium for World Cup games, but not everyone got the memo. 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

    Update on Garden Grove incident, Bill on home improvement stores and ICE, Volunteer for LA Olympics — Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 4:36


    For Climate Monday, an update on the Garden Grove chemical incident that led thousands to evacuate. California State Senator Sasha Renée Pérez is proposing a bill that would require big home improvement stores to publicly report ICE activity on their properties. Plus, how to volunteer for the 2028 Olympics 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

    LA County sex abuse settlement hearing, LAHSA underspending, Six figures is low-income in OC — Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 4:39


    LA's District Attorney goes before a judge to delay payments in the County's massive sex abuse settlement, and survivors aren't happy. LA's homelessness agency isn't spending all the money in its budget. And in Orange County, a six-figure salary can qualify you for low-income housing. 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

    Iran's World Cup game, Drones seized near SoFi, World Cup food pop-up — Sunday Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2026 11:57


    Iran is scheduled to play their first World Cup in Los Angeles tomorrow, we learn about their journey here. About 15 drones were seized and their operators were cited over the weekend for violating temporary flight restrictions at World Cup venues. Gab Chabrán tells us about a pop-up in a loading dock where you can grab a beer, a bite, and watch a World Cup match. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

    USA win in World Cup opener, King tide warning in OC, LACMA's mini soccer moments — Saturday Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2026 10:52


    The U.S. Men’s national team defeated Paraguay 4-to-1 in its World Cup opener at SoFi Stadium yesterday. Newport Beach is warning its residents of dangerous king tides expected to sweep the coast beginning today. Robert Garrova visits an artist who has been recreating iconic World Cup moments with miniatures. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

    Alleged Adelanto hunger strike retaliation, Chemical tanks across SoCal, LAist hits the US-Paraguay game — Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2026 4:42


    ICE is accused of retaliating against people on a hunger strike at Adelanto. The chemical in the Garden Grove hazmat crisis is stored elsewhere in SoCal. Are they prepared for a similar emergency? LAist gets in on the World Cup fun for the U.S.-Paraguay game. 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

    Feds suspends LAHSA funds, El Nino winter predictions, World Cup food recommendations— Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 4:56


    Federal authorities has suspended money for the LA Homeless Services Authority, LAHSA. Forecasters are predicting a strong El Nino this winter. For Food Friday, LAist's Food and Culture writer Gab Chabrán gives his recommendations of best bites near SoFi Stadium to watch the World Cup. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    Apartments for unhoused remain empty, Hochman claims massive fraud in sex abuse settlement, Ohtani injured — Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 4:43


    Hundreds of apartments for unhoused people, that we paid for, are sitting completely empty. LA's District Attorney says the County's history-making sexual abuse settlement may be full of fake claims. The feds say the suspect accused of starting the Palisades Fire immediately tried to throw police off his trail. 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

    Feds threaten cuts to LA homelessness agency, AI in LA and Riverside courts, Today's FIFA game — Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 4:49


    Federal authorities say they're pulling funding from L-A's embattled homelessness agency. L.A. and Riverside counties test out AI in the courtroom. LAist stops by today's FIFA FanFest. 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

    World Cup kicks off, FIFA ticket scams, A new exhibit of Chicano art— Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 5:00


    The FIFA World Cup officially kicks off today with events across LA. LA County Sheriff department is warning World Cup fans to watch out for a range of scams. How Cheech Marin helped the ‘Godfather of West Coast graffiti’ break into the art world. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    Raman appeals to Pratt supporters, Search ends for 5-yr-old swept to ocean, Hotel rooms are empty despite World Cup— Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 4:01


    The November campaign kicks off in the L-A Mayor's race, and Nithya Raman is appealing to Spencer Pratt's supporters. Orange County crews end the search for a five-year-old who was swept out to sea. The World Cup has arrived in LA, but hotel rooms are sitting empty. 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

    Garden Grove's GKN Aerospace raided, Measure ER on track to pass, OC allots recovered Andrew Do money — Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 4:15


    Federal agents raid the company where the chemical emergency in Garden Grove occurred. An LA County sales tax measure to fund hospitals and clinics is on track to pass. Orange County decided how to divvy up public money recovered from Andrew 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

    Recovering funds from the Andrew Do scandal, Carson oil refinery taskforce, GenXFest at The Regent Theater— Afternoon Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 5:00


    O.C. Supervisors are deciding what to do with the millions of dollars recovered from the Andrew Do corruption scheme. Why South Bay residents are fighting for their voices to be heard as a local oil refinery shuts down. A tribute to 90s alt rock and grunge is happening at The Regent Theater this weekend. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

    Hilton advances in Gov race, More Congressional races called, Rinderknecht opening statements— Morning Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 4:21


    The AP calls the Governor's primary, putting Republican Steve Hilton in the November race against Democrat Xavier Becerra. More SoCal races have been called, including the OC battle that will have two sitting Congress members facing off in the fall. Opening arguments are set to start in the trial of the man accused of starting the Palisades Fire. 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

    Inside CA's slow ballot counting, Carson residents and closing oil refinery, Noncitizens voting in LA — Evening Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 4:31


    Why counting election results is slow going in California. Communities near a closing oil refinery in Carson want a say in what happens next. The latest on a proposed ballot measure to give noncitizens in L.A. voting rights. 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

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