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The L.A. Report is a breakdown of the day's top news from Southern California, featuring the award-winning reporting of LAist 89.3 FM – L.A.'s number one NPR station. Hosted by Austin Cross in the morning and Julia Paskin in the afternoon, it's the smart way to start and end your day.

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Today · 4 min
Bianco's ballot seizure ruled illegal, LAX People Mover deadline extended again, Protecting rare trees on Santa Rosa Island after fire — Evening Edition
The California Supreme Court has ruled against a local sheriff's seizure of thousands of ballots. Why a key deadline for the LAX People Mover has been delayed - again. And we take you to Santa Rosa Island, where the race is on to protect a grove of rare trees. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Yesterday · 5 min
LAPD's price tag for policing LA28, LA's first Korean film festival, LA Queens team capt. Ashton Lansdell on winning WPBL championship —Afternoon Edition
LAPD's asking price for deploying thousands of officers during the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics. LA.'s first Korean film festival starts today. And the L.A. Queens won the first Women's Pro Baseball League Championship series —we'll hear from the team captain. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Yesterday · 5 min
Evacs remain for hundred in La Verne, Hospice fraud crackdown, Coastline prepares for storm — Morning Edition
Hundreds have yet to return home in La Verne following a battery fire. A federal prosecutor cracks-down on hospice fraud in California. And the coastline is preparing for the effects of El Niño and Hurricane Polo. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Wednesday · 5 min
What's next for LAHSA after losing major funding, LA food bank stocks disaster relief packs, OC Pride returns to downtown Santa Ana— Afternoon Edition
L.A.'s lead homelessness agency is losing funding from the county and federal government; we'll look at what comes next for LAHSA. How an L.A. food bank is preparing for the next disaster. OC Pride is coming back next to Santa Ana month. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Wednesday · 4 min
La Verne evacs after lithium-ion explosion, LAFD says Lineage fire cause is unknown, Bieber jams in MacArthur Park — Morning Edition
Evacuation orders remain in place in La Verne following a lithium-ion explosion. The LA Fire Department can't figure out what caused the lineage warehouse fire. The future of LA's federal homelessness money is in the hands of an appeals court. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Wednesday · 5 min
Gov. Newsom considers a bill to ban CA law enforcement from 'moonlighting' in ICE, USC study shows alcohol consumption down in adults, New captain for the Anaheim Ducks — Evening Edition
Lawmakers and immigrant rights groups urge Governor Gavin Newsom to sign a bill that bars police from side gigs in immigration enforcement. A new USC study on alcohol usage. The Anaheim Ducks name the tenth captain in the team's history. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Tuesday · 5 min
El Niño to bring non native sea creatures to SoCal, West Nile virus hits record in LA, Lucas Museum now open— Afternoon Edition
How the incoming El Niño could bring different sea creatures to SoCal waters. L.A County is seeing a record number of West Nile virus infections in about a decade. We'll hear from fans checking out the debut of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Tuesday · 4 min
Paramount deal reactions, Historic OC sea turtle sightings, Rams win home opener— Morning Edition
Reactions are in to the deal over Paramount's merger with Warner Brothers. The scramble to save the shore before the storms of El Nino arrive. Big changes are coming to Medi-Cal. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Tuesday · 4 min
California declares state of emergency for El Niño, Governor Gavin Newsom signs new data center regulations, and New data on ICE arrests of Asian immigrants — Evening Edition
California prepares for a historic El Niño season. New data center regulations are signed into law. Immigration arrests increase for people form Asian countries. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Monday · 4 min
Paramount Skydance settles with CA, Metro says Olympic buses at risk if funds don't come, Dolly Parton Day in CA — Afternoon Edition
Paramount Skydance has reached a settlement with California and other states that sued over the Warner-Bros acquisition. Metro needs $2 billion from the federal government to deploy more buses for the 2028 Olympics; what happens if that money doesn't come in. Dolly Parton Day is officially happening this week. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Monday · 4 min
Plea expected in Chatsworth bus crash, Cindy Crawford's son dies at 27, Sand to save Newport Beach shore— Morning Edition
It's take three for a plea today with the woman whose S-U-V plowed into a Metro bus in Chatsworth. Tragedy strikes the family of supermodel Cindy Crawford. Help is on the way to fight coastal erosion in Newport Beach. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Sunday · 11 min
Union Station measles exposure, Chatsworth Metro crash arraignment, A Griffith Park piano recital — Sunday Edition
County health officials are warning of a potential measles exposure from an unvaccinated traveler through Union Station earlier this month. The woman who is accused of crashing into a Metro bus in Chatsworth last week is scheduled to be arraigned tomorrow. A pianist takes a Steinway into Griffith Park for an outdoor concert. 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
Sunday · 11 min
Pool triggers hillside collapse, LA Mayor skips homelessness hearing, Mariachi + the Smiths — Saturday Edition
Eight apartments were evacuated yesterday and part of a hillside collapsed in the Hollywood Hills after a pool overflowed from an unattended hose. Mayor Karen Bass explains why she skipped a Republican-led congressional hearing on homelessness spending this week. Mariachi crosses over with The Smiths at an upcoming concert. 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
Saturday · 4 min
Orange County gets huge sand infusion, Bob Baker Day celebrates marionettes, Heal the Bay's annual coastal cleanup — Evening Edition
Orange County declared a local state of emergency for coastal erosion and received a whole bunch of sand to help. Bob Baker Marionette Theater holds its annual Bob Baker Day this weekend. Volunteers get ready for annual coastal cleanup event. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
September 18 · 4 min
Gov Newsom orders stronger AI protections, 1992 Batmobile going up for auction, Eating at OC business parks — Afternoon Edition
Governor Gavin Newsom is ordering stronger AI protections in the state. An iconic Batmobile is going up for auction. And some of the best food in Orange County is popping up in places right underneath your nose. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
September 18 · 5 min
Chatsworth tragedy vigil, Metro crash suspect arraignment, Dodgers clinch division— Morning Edition
Hundreds come to Chatsworth to mourn the five victims of Tuesday's deadly accidents. The woman behind the wheel of the SUV that slammed into a Metro bus is set to answer to murder charges. Orange County declares a state of emergency over coastal erosion. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
September 18 · 4 min
LA DA speaks out against DUIs, UCs hear feedback on AI, LA Kings chose next captain — Evening Edition
L.A.'s district attorney speaks out against impaired drivers after a deadly crash in Chatsworth. U-C regents get feedback about the university system's approach to AI. The L.A. Kings have chosen a new captain. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
September 17 · 5 min
Metro says no new LA28 buses without federal funds, LA City Council blocks Lineage from rebuilding warehouse, Push for film and TV tax incentives— Afternoon Edition
Metro leaders are worried federal funding won't come in ahead of the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics. L.A city council is blocking Lineage from rebuilding after its Boyle Heights warehouse fire. Plus more on the latest efforts to keep film and TV production in the US. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
September 17 · 4 min
Chatworth metro crash suspect in court, Key clue in chopper crash, Pasadena's Nazi art theft suit— Morning Edition
The woman accused of sparking a tragic day in Chatsworth heads to court as witnesses speak out. The key clue in the Chatsworth chopper crash may be among the most heart-breaking. The feds accuse three of defrauding LA homelessness services but say it's really the system that's broken. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
September 17 · 4 min
Chatsworth crash investigation, Changes to who does the LA homeless count, the new 'Leno's Law' — Evening Edition
The feds take over investigation of the fatal helicopter crash in Chatsworth. Why LA's lead homelessness agency won't be doing the region's homeless count anymore. Details on a new law named after car enthusiast Jay Leno. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

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