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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. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.
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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
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
The driver of the SUV that slammed into the Metro bus has been arrested on suspicion of murder. L.A. Unified leaders are looking into potentially closing some schools. How the L.A. mayor's race is exposing absences from both candidates on important meetings Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
Chatsworth is hit with a pair of deadly tragedies: a fiery news chopper crash and a gruesome Metro bus accident. Plus, advocates demand a state of emergency over traffic deaths. And, 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
LA takes center stage at a congressional hearing about fraud in homelessness funding. Gov. Newsom signs bills requiring insurance to cover smoke damage. Concerns about bus funding for the 2028 Olympics. 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
Prosecutors will not seek the death penalty in the case against Nick Reiner who is accused of murdering his parents Rob and Michele Reiner. New research shows a federal film and TV tax credit could boost the US economy. Scientists are sounding the alarm about this winter's El Niño. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
It was a record-setting night at the Emmys. Homes in La Habra Heights are destroyed by a fast-moving brush fire. More houses are red tagged in Dana Point, and people trying to save their homes are frustrated with red tape. 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
A Congressional hearing tomorrow will focus on L-A's homelessness spending. Why Torrance schools wont' get A-C anytime soon. The Rams' new superstar needs knee surgery. 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
How the LAist newsroom is gearing up to cover the 2028 Olympics. A new oral history project captures stories in and around Koreatown. And the lineup for Stagecoach 2027 is out, we'll bring you a preview. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
LA County warns that a Paramount exodus from California would cripple the state. SoCal Congressmen demand an emergency House session to pass A.I. safeguards. The owner of the Clippers apologizes and says he'll accept his fate in the NBA salary cap scandal. 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
The Orange County District Attorney’s office hosts an e-bike buyback in Anaheim today where people can exchange bikes for gift cards. A Los Angeles judge ruled this month that the 2015 contract that helped bring SoFi Stadium to Inglewood is not legally valid. A Glendale resident talks about making it to the finale of a big singing competition in Mexico akin to "The Voice". 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
Homeless veterans in L.A. scored a victory Friday after an appeals court ruling striking that clears the way for housing construction on a VA campus. Santa Monica’s inaugural Ocean Way music festival was canceled because of beach erosion. People with the surname, Tanaka, are invited to gather at Irvine’s Tanaka Farms next 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
Orange County continues to deal with the aftermath of Tropical Storm Marie. Challenges remain for California's bilingual teachers. Senator Alex Padilla reflects on being acting L-A mayor during the September 11 attacks. 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
A new memo from the Department of Homeland Security is putting international students in a tough spot with jobs. Plus, Newport Beach is cracking down on 'teen takeovers.' And why street vendors have become the center of a political debate here in L.A. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
A third coastal city is now under a state of emergency because of this week's devastating waves. Parents are pulling their kids from school because their classrooms have no AC during a heatwave. An OC mom is accused of stealing hundreds of thousands from a high school football team. 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
An attorney in Long Beach is alleging the police department there concealed an officer’s assault conviction for years, potentially calling into question the legitimacy of hundreds of cases. Santa Ana voters will decide whether to make a sales tax increase permanent. Lineage is suing the solar panel operator at the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. Plus, more on the 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
Olympics organizers are searching for local businesses to vend at the summer games. The L.A. Rams kick off their season tonight in Australia. For Entertainment Thursday we'll talk about the frontrunners at this year's Emmy Awards. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com
It's another day of dangerous heat after some places in SoCal felt hotter than 120 degrees yesterday. Evacuation warnings are lifted after a brush fire creeped toward Brentwood and the Getty Center. The feds are investigating conditions at a Downtown LA jail. 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
Rancho Palos Verdes pushes for a state insurance plan for landslides. A state of emergency is issued in Malibu due to a sinkhole outside a mansion owned by actor Nicolas Cage. A union to represent Uber and Lyft drivers is certified. Plus, more on the 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
We'll bring you the latest on efforts to put new limits on immigration agents making warrantless arrests. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is stepping down from L.A's lead homeless services agency. And why parts of Boyle Heights won't be enforcing certain parking restrictions. 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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