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| Arcadia mayor pleads guilty, Older adults may be affected by CA budget cuts, CA files lawsuit on 23andMe data leak — Evening Edition | 30 May 2026 | 00:04:50 | |
Arcadia's mayor pleads guilty to acting as a foreign agent. Older adults sound the alarm about California's proposed funding cuts. How a data leak affecting California's attorney general led to a state lawsuit. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Altadena couple fights rent gouging, Free record shop for fire survivors, Food news roundup— Afternoon Edition | 29 May 2026 | 00:04:59 | |
An Altadena couple are taking their landlords to court over rent gouging. A free record shop for fire survivors is opening this weekend. And we'll bring you an update on a micro-Peruvian kitchen in Long Beach and other food news in SoCal. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Guide to judicial races for June 2nd primary, LA Phil names next music director, Wind advisories for SoCal— Afternoon Edition | 26 May 2026 | 00:04:55 | |
A guide to the judicial races for the upcoming June 2nd primary. The new music director for the L-A Philharmonic has been announced. And gusty winds are in store for parts of Southern California Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Thousands of Garden Grove evacuees return home, Volunteers step up to help displaced, Rep Tran invites GKN to community meeting— Morning Edition | 26 May 2026 | 00:04:44 | |
Thousands of people in Garden Grove are returning home after OC crews avoid the worst-case scenario in this toxic chemical crisis. Meanwhile, the community is rallying around those still displaced. And an OC Congressman is inviting the company at the center of the crisis to talk to the community directly. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Final polls before primaries, Garden Grove lawsuits, Tickets to see FIFA team training — Morning Edition | 29 May 2026 | 00:03:42 | |
The frontrunners for LA mayor appear neck and neck just days before the primary. More than 40 lawsuits have been filed against GKN Aerospace. Tickets to the U.S. Men’s National training session in Irvine next month will be distributed this morning. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| GKN Aerospace issues new apology, Vernon chemical facility lawsuit, Newsom bans ballot seizures after Bianco probe — Evening Edition | 29 May 2026 | 00:04:37 | |
GKN Aerospace apologizes for the chemical tank emergency in Garden Grove. A judge is set to weigh in on a chemical facility in Vernon that's accused of causing residents' illnesses and deaths. California bans law enforcement from interfering in elections. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Hollywood homeless count, Summer movies and TV filmed in LA, Grammy Museum songwriters exhibit— Afternoon Edition | 28 May 2026 | 00:04:59 | |
The latest homeless count in Hollywood is out. The movies and TV shows coming out this summer filmed in L.A. The Grammy Museum's newest exhibit honors the greatest songwriters from the past. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Garden Grove tank clean up, Newsom signs law barring voting interference, SoCal spelling bee finalist— Morning Edition | 28 May 2026 | 00:04:06 | |
What happens next to the chemicals left in the Garden Grove tank? Governor Newsom has signed a bill barring law enforcement from interfering in elections. Two SoCal spellers advanced to the Scripps National Spelling Bee finals yesterday. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Concerns at Garden Grove meeting, Deported LA father separated from son, LA mental health crisis pilot expands — Evening Edition | 28 May 2026 | 00:04:38 | |
Residents of Garden Grove air concerns and get some welcome news at a meeting yesterday. We bring you the story of an L.A. father separated from his son by a sudden deportation. L.A. expands a program to divert police from some mental health crisis calls. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| LA County Superior Court judge seeking reelection accused of ethics violations, LA federal courthouse renamed, Major League Volleyball expands to LA— Afternoon Edition | 27 May 2026 | 00:04:50 | |
Why one L.A. County judges race is in the spotlight over alleged ethics violations. A Los Angeles federal courthouse is being renamed in honor of the activists who paved the way for desegregation in California schools. And L.A. will soon get its own Major League Volleyball franchise. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| All Garden Grove evacuations orders lifted, Matthew Perry assistant sentencing, Olympic tourism worker wage delays— Morning Edition | 27 May 2026 | 00:04:10 | |
All evacuation orders in Garden Grove have been lifted after the threat of a toxic chemical explosion was averted. Matthew Perry’s former assistant will be sentenced for his role in the actor’s death. LA City Council has approved a plan to delay a wage increase for tourism workers. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| OC officials help evacuees vote, Loopholes for AI data centers, LA Phil announces Dudamel's replacement — Evening Edition | 27 May 2026 | 00:04:52 | |
Orange County's registrar is traveling to evacuation centers near Garden Grove to help residents vote. A report says California data centers use loopholes to hide their water use. The L.A. Philharmonic announces its new music director. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| UCLA dorm assaults arrest, Riverside fire displaces 150, Ziggy Marley on his latest album — Saturday Edition | 30 May 2026 | 00:11:26 | |
UCLA police arrested a 29-year old man Friday after a string of alleged assaults at several campus dorms. A fire at an apartment building near UC Riverside has displaced 150 people. Josie Huang talks to Ziggy Marley about his love for Los Angeles, his dad’s legacy, and his latest album. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| CalFresh work requirements, Artist mural collective, Altadena recovery — Sunday Edition | 31 May 2026 | 00:13:00 | |
CalFresh work requirements kick in tomorrow for new applicants and those recertifying, thousands could lose benefits. Bald Eagles were spotted in Los Angeles County this past week according to the Departments of Parks and Recreation. How Altadena business has managed to hang on, barely, after the Eaton Fire. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| New housing density map under state laws, Voter turnout so far, L.A. Rams get Myles Garrett— Evening Edition | 02 Jun 2026 | 00:04:11 | |
The Southern California Association of Governments published its official map showing where buildings up to nine stories tall will be allowed under SB 79. An early look at the total number votes before tomorrow's primaries and what to do with your ballot. LA Rams are trading for pass rusher Myles Garrett from the Browns. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| What's next for Garden Grove after chemical incident, Angelenos step in to save taquito spot, New Altadena mural— Afternoon Edition | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:04:35 | |
We'll talk about what comes next for Garden Grove after the city nearly missed a major chemical disaster. How Angelenos are helping to save a beloved taquito spot. And Altadena has unveiled what organizers say is the largest mural in town. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| New CalFresh work requirements, Huntington Beach considers new housing, Hilton calls on Bianco to drop out of CA Gov race— Morning Edition | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:04:41 | |
New work requirements take effect for CalFresh recipients. Huntington Beach is finally considering new housing after all their court battles have been thwarted. Steve Hilton calls on his Republican rival to drop out of the Governor race to prevent two Democrats in the fall run-off. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Latest on L.A. election results, USC facility vote to unionize, West Nile virus detected in OC mosquitos — Evening Edition | 04 Jun 2026 | 00:04:31 | |
We give you an update on election results we're following in LA. Non-tenure-track faculty at USC have voted to unionize after more than a year of opposition and legal challenges from the university. Officials in Orange County have detected West Nile virus in mosquitos. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Campaign spending for June primary, Cleanup continues in Garden Grove, LA Rams welcome Myles Garrett— Afternoon Edition | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:04:50 | |
We'll take a closer look at campaign spending in the June primary. As cleanup continues at the GKN Aerospace facility in Garden Grove health officials say there might be an odor in the air. And the L.A. Rams officially welcome in Myles Garret. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Bass advances in LA Mayor race, CA Gov election results, Incumbent LA City Attorney trails— Morning Edition | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:04:42 | |
Karen Bass advances to the general election in the LA Mayor's race, and as of now, she could be facing Spencer Pratt. Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra are on pace to advance in the Governor's race. Plus, the LA City incumbent who is currently on the ropes. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Kalshi betting on Becerra, High LA voter turn out, Monterey Park ballot measure to ban data centers— Evening Edition | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:04:31 | |
Prediction marketplace Kalshi gives Becerra high odds of winning and the company is also bet on his campaign. LA County Registrar Dean Logan says that voter turn out for LA is projected to be high. Monterey Park is proposing a ballot measure to permanently ban data centers within city limits Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Election Day FAQ, Getty Center FIFA watch parties, NHM bat survey— Afternoon Edition | 02 Jun 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
It's Election Day and we'll be answering your last minute questions about voting. The Getty Center is joining the list of watch parties for the FIFA World Cup. And how you can help the Natural History Museum count bats. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Election Day in CA, ICE at the World Cup, Rams to introduce Myles Garrett— Morning Edition | 02 Jun 2026 | 00:04:37 | |
It's election day, and everything's up in the air in the state's biggest races, but one demographic is lacking, so far, when it comes to voter turnout. ICE agents will be at the World Cup, but the LA sheriff says immigrant communities have nothing to fear. The Rams are set to unveil new superstar acquisition Myles Garrett. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Carcinogens from January 2025, Laundry robots in LA, World Cup scams— Evening Edition | 05 Jun 2026 | 00:04:57 | |
A heavy metal and known carcinogen may have traveled miles downwind from the Eaton and Palisades burn zones during debris clean up. The food delivery robots Serve Robotics expands services in LA to laundry. Officials warn of World Cup scams. Plus, more from Evening Edition. | |||
| Republicans take the lead for CD 40, Lamorne Morris in 'Spider Noir', Marilyn Monroe auction— Afternoon Edition | 04 Jun 2026 | 00:04:59 | |
Two Republicans are facing off in a new congressional district here in SoCal. We'll talk about Lamorne Morris's role in the new Prime series Spider Noir and it's connection to L.A. Plus how you can bid on a trove of treasures that belong to the late Marilyn Monroe Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Trump launches CA election investigation, SoFi workers strike vote GKN evacuee aid— Morning Edition | 04 Jun 2026 | 00:03:59 | |
President Trump launches an investigation into California's elections, accusing Democrats of trying to steal the biggest races in the state. Food and beverage workers at SoFi stadium vote on a potential strike that could disrupt the World Cup. The company that sparked Garden Grove's hazmat crisis is opening its wallet to try and make it up to the community. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| SoFi workers authorize strike, One year since L.A. ICE sweeps, Sound art show in San Pedro — Saturday Edition | 06 Jun 2026 | 00:06:07 | |
The union representing SoFi stadium workers authorizes a strike and could walk off the job anytime, including during World Cup matches. Today marks one year since ICE sweeps began in Los Angeles, separating families and dampening local business. And soundpedro, a festival in San Pedro, showcases sound art installations. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Hunger strike at Adelanto ICE facility, O.C tank clean up postponed, FIFA bans reusable water bottles— Evening Edition | 06 Jun 2026 | 00:04:30 | |
The hunger strike at Adelanto ICE facility is now two weeks in. The scheduled removal of the chemical methyl methacrylate at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove has been postponed. FIFA is banning bringing reusable water bottles to the World Cup games. Plus, more from Evening Edition. | |||
| High school graduates vote for the first time, Stevie Nicks donates to USC, Cheap Fast Eats in Little Saigon— Afternoon Edition | 05 Jun 2026 | 00:04:59 | |
We'll hear from high school seniors who voted for the first time in the June primary election. Singer songwriter Stevie Nicks is making a generous donation to USC. And our food and culture writer Gab Chabrán shares where you can eat in Little Saigon for under $15 bucks. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Raman gaining ground on Pratt, Calls for patience with CA vote count, MacArthur Park police raid— Morning Edition | 05 Jun 2026 | 00:04:38 | |
Nithya Raman is gaining on Spencer Pratt for the second spot in the Mayor's race. California's Secretary of State is preaching patience as votes counts continue. The feds and LAPD team up to sweep MacArthur Park. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Race for second place in L.A. mayoral contest tightens, Alleged gang leader was peace ambassador, World Cup guides — Sunday Edition | 07 Jun 2026 | 00:09:52 | |
Nithya Raman and Spencer Pratt are nearly neck and neck for second place in the L.A. mayor’s race with another ballot update expected this afternoon. Feds allege L.A. gang leader was a city “peace ambassador.” An A-to-Z guide to navigating the World Cup kicking off this week. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Raman advances to LA mayor runoff, Bonta starts affordability initiative, Outdoor education bill advances — Evening Edition | 09 Jun 2026 | 00:04:26 | |
The Associated Press forecasts L.A. city councilmember Nithya Raman will run against incumbent L.A. Mayor Karen Bass. California's top lawyer announces a campaign against high prices. A state bill has advanced aiming to get more students out in nature. Plus, more from Evening Edition. | |||
| FIFA's free speech limits for World Cup, Coachella data center moratorium, Rebuilding after LA fires— Afternoon Edition | 08 Jun 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
How FIFA is cracking down on political protests ahead of the World Cup. The city of Coachella is taking a major step torward banning data centers. Fire survivors share photos of their rebuilding process more than a year after the L.A. fires. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Raman surpasses Pratt in vote count, Trump tantrum on CA elections, Rinderknecht jury selection— Morning Edition | 08 Jun 2026 | 00:04:15 | |
There's been a shakeup in the L-A Mayor race as ballots continue to be counted in last week's primary. President Trump storms off "Meet The Press" after doubling down on claims that California's elections are rigged. The man investigating California's elections says it's a matter of how much, not "if" there's been voter fraud. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Feds threaten cuts to LA homelessness agency, AI in LA and Riverside courts, Today's FIFA game — Evening Edition | 12 Jun 2026 | 00:04:49 | |
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. | |||
| World Cup kicks off, FIFA ticket scams, A new exhibit of Chicano art— Afternoon Edition | 11 Jun 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
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.com | |||
| Raman appeals to Pratt supporters, Search ends for 5-yr-old swept to ocean, Hotel rooms are empty despite World Cup— Morning Edition | 11 Jun 2026 | 00:04:01 | |
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.com | |||
| Garden Grove's GKN Aerospace raided, Measure ER on track to pass, OC allots recovered Andrew Do money — Evening Edition | 11 Jun 2026 | 00:04:15 | |
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. | |||
| Recovering funds from the Andrew Do scandal, Carson oil refinery taskforce, GenXFest at The Regent Theater— Afternoon Edition | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
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.com | |||
| Hilton advances in Gov race, More Congressional races called, Rinderknecht opening statements— Morning Edition | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:04:21 | |
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.com | |||
| Inside CA's slow ballot counting, Carson residents and closing oil refinery, Noncitizens voting in LA — Evening Edition | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:04:31 | |
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. | |||
| SoFi Stadium World Cup strike averted, How to beat World Cup traffic, LA mayor's race— Afternoon Edition | 09 Jun 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
A potential strike from SoFi Stadium workers has been averted after the union announced a tentative deal. We'll tell you what we know. Plus, how you can beat the World Cup traffic around LA. And the L.A. Mayor's race is officially set. We'll break down the results. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| New CA races called, Nick Reiner wants trust fund access, Kings new coach— Morning Edition | 09 Jun 2026 | 00:04:11 | |
New CA races are called since the last ballot drop, including congressional contests and the fight for LA mayor. Nick Reiner needs money from his parents' trust fund to defend himself in their murders. OC leaders battle over the money Andrew Do stole. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| USA win in World Cup opener, King tide warning in OC, LACMA's mini soccer moments — Saturday Edition | 13 Jun 2026 | 00:10:52 | |
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 | |||
| Alleged Adelanto hunger strike retaliation, Chemical tanks across SoCal, LAist hits the US-Paraguay game — Evening Edition | 13 Jun 2026 | 00:04:42 | |
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. | |||
| Feds suspends LAHSA funds, El Nino winter predictions, World Cup food recommendations— Afternoon Edition | 12 Jun 2026 | 00:04:56 | |
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.com | |||
| Apartments for unhoused remain empty, Hochman claims massive fraud in sex abuse settlement, Ohtani injured — Morning Edition | 12 Jun 2026 | 00:04:43 | |
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.com | |||
| Iran’s World Cup game, Drones seized near SoFi, World Cup food pop-up — Sunday Edition | 14 Jun 2026 | 00:11:57 | |
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 | |||
| Second Whiteman Airport crash, Adelanto hunger striker deported, Standoff over sharing license data — Evening Edition | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:04:38 | |
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. | |||
| World Cup watch parties, LA Coliseum US birthday celebration, Preschool guide for LA — Afternoon Edition | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:04:31 | |
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.com | |||