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| A transit marathon across SoCal, San Clemente Trail reopens Friday, Enticing young readers in OC — Evening Edition | 08 Oct 2026 | 00:04:32 | |
The message behind an 18-hour transit marathon that's under way across LA County. The San Clemente Trail is set to fully reopen on Friday. Details on a tasty incentive for young readers in Orange County. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Charter Amendment LA explainer, Cannabis shop owners behind on taxes get amnesty, Sheryl Crow headlines WeHo free concert— Afternoon Edition | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:04:32 | |
We'll break down Charter Amendment L.A. which lets voters decide who runs the city's public works department. The L.A city council is giving cannabis shops who are behind on their taxes a chance to stay open. And Sheryl Crow is headlining a one day free concert in West Hollywood next month. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Coastal flood threats, Arcadia surrogacy charges, Raman video backlash— Morning Edition | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:04:31 | |
The threat of coastal floods across SoCal adds to the risks of the already dangerous heat. An Arcadia couple pleads not guilty to some disturbing child abuse charges. Nithya Raman sparks backlash after an influencer used her to call Karen Bass a fascist. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Criminal investigation into Lineage warehouse, Watchdog warns of LAUSD insolvency, Feds buy Adelanto ICE facility — Evening Edition | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:04:36 | |
A criminal investigation has begun at Lineage's burned Boyle Heights warehouse. A watchdog group warns L.A. Unified is risking financial insolvency. The federal government now fully owns the Adelanto ICE facility, which could affect the state's attempts at oversight. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Former Dodgers GM Fred Claire has died, Rabid racoon in LA, How to prep your home for El Niño— Afternoon Edition | 06 Oct 2026 | 00:04:37 | |
Fred Claire, former general manager of the Dodgers who helped them win the 1988 World Series, has died. A rabid racoon has been found in L.A. County —officials say: protect your pets. How you can prep your home and your car for the coming El Niño winter. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Trump: "let 'em take out" LA, Historic summer for heat, Dodgers pitchers duel expected in Game 3— Morning Edition | 06 Oct 2026 | 00:04:36 | |
President Trump is condemned for suggesting he'd let Iran attack LA. It's another day of Extreme Heat Warnings as the heatwave officially becomes historic. And if you're trying to beat the heat, the beaches could be just as dangerous. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Ballot drop-off begins, Skydance leadership, Adelanto ICE facility march — Evening Edition | 06 Oct 2026 | 00:04:46 | |
Voters can officially start dropping off their ballots in some locations. Skydance, aka the new merged Paramount and Warner Brothers, is announcing its leadership team. A nearly 100-mile walk brings attention to conditions at a local immigration facility. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Olympics 2028 budget, Nobu Malibu chef killed in car crash, SoCal UFO history at The Huntington — Afternoon Edition | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:04:59 | |
How much money is it going to cost to put on the LA Olympics in 2028. A longtime Nobu chef was killed while sleeping in his car on PCH. And an archival collection on the study of UFO's has found a new home at the Huntington. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Irvine realtor accused of spying for China, Bernie Sanders in LA for Prop 40 rally, Dodgers lose NLDS Game 2— Morning Edition | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:04:56 | |
An Irvine realtor is accused of spying for China. Bernie Sanders comes to LA to push the Billionaire's Tax. It's gonna cost more to ride the rails across SoCal starting today. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| LA mayor’s race forum, Malibu delays speed cameras, Bald eagle Jackie honored — Sunday Edition | 04 Oct 2026 | 00:07:36 | |
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and challenger Nithya Raman addressed issues like homelessness and housing at a forum in South L.A. yesterday, a month before voters head to the polls. Malibu is delaying the next phase of its speed camera program to November. A dispatch from Big Bear as fans of Jackie the bald eagle converge to memorialize the bird. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Arrest in Culver City bus shooting, Windsor Hills murder verdict, The Huntington’s new UFO collection — Saturday Edition | 03 Oct 2026 | 00:09:52 | |
The LAPD made an arrest Friday in the shooting and killing of a Culver City bus driver. A jury yesterday found a 41-year old nurse guilty of murder from her 2022 car crash in Windsor Hills. How a UFOlogy collection set to open later this month landed at the Huntington Library. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| CA analysis of LA fires, LA artist honors DACA recipients with portraits, Mushroom tacos from Birria Pa La Cruda— Afternoon Edition | 02 Oct 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
A new state report looks at L.A.'s response to the 2025 fires. L.A. artist honors DACA recipients with portraits. And for Food Friday a new, mouthwatering mushroom taco is stealing the spotlight at a birria spot in El Sereno. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Final Catalina Island crash victim, Bus driver killer on the loose, Year's longest heatwave— Morning Edition | 02 Oct 2026 | 00:04:56 | |
The body has been recovered of the final passenger from the deadly Catalina Island helicopter crash. The search is on for a public bus driver killer. An October heatwave arrives today, and it's got nowhere to go. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Speed cameras on their way to LA soon, Sheriff Chad Bianco stripped of coroner duties, LA's El Niño prep plans — Evening Edition | 02 Oct 2026 | 00:04:58 | |
The city of L.A. will soon use new cameras to catch speeding drivers. A controversial local sheriff and former candidate for governor is getting stripped of his duties as coroner. How L.A. County is preparing for El Niño's potential flash floods and debris flows. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Will CA's post production film and TV tax credit work? How El Niño could affect LA28 surfing venues, LA Zoo's pet ofrenda— Afternoon Edition | 01 Oct 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
We'll check in on how the entertainment industry is reacting to the state's new post production film and TV tax incentives. How El Niño's winter storms could affect surfing venues for the 2028 Olympics. And the L.A. Zoo's pet ofrenda is coming back Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Catalina Island helicopter crash, Becerra & Hilton debate, Speed camera installation— Morning Edition | 01 Oct 2026 | 00:04:43 | |
Crews search for a missing person after a deadly helicopter crash at Catalina Island. California Governor candidates face off in a debate, but a third person loomed large in the room. LA's lead homelessness agency gets access again to federal money, but it won't last for long. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Judge approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, New CA law limits ICE courthouse enforcement, La Verne residents want accountability after fire — Evening Edition | 01 Oct 2026 | 00:04:33 | |
A judge signs off on Paramount's acquisition of Warner Brothers Discovery. A new state law aims to restrict immigration enforcement at courthouses. La Verne residents demand accountability after a battery fire there. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Measure E and Prop 4 explainers, Audit says LACO's response to Chiquita Canyon Landfill issues fell short, Legend of Zelda anniversary show— Afternoon Edition | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:04:59 | |
Election season is here we'll take a look at two ballot measures focused on accountability on a local and state level. State officials say that L.A. County's response to a health crisis near the Chiquita Canyon landfill fell short. And a special anniversary show for the Legend of Zelda is coming to L.A. next year. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Raman & Bass talk antisemitism and 'genocide,' Hurricane Polo's flood and tide threats, Altadena bear squatter returns— Morning Edition | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:04:57 | |
Antisemitism and Israel's war in Gaza takes center stage in the LA Mayor's race. SoCal faces one more day of potentially dangerous tide and rip currents from Hurricane Polo. A familiar furry squatter has returned to Altadena. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| LA official not happy with Olympics budget report, New food labeling laws, Muslim students react to Eid al-Fitr/Eid al-Adha recognition — Evening Edition | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:04:33 | |
Why L.A.'s city controller isn't happy with the Olympics' budget. We break down California's new food labeling laws. Southern California students weigh in on Muslim holidays being recognized by the state. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Protecting rare pine trees ahead of El Niño, Mail-in ballots coming soon to LA County voters, 'ASCO: Without Permission' debuts on PBS SoCal— Afternoon Edition | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
Why scientists are rushing to protect a grove of rare pine trees that burned off of Santa Rosa Island ahead of El Niño. Mail-in ballots are coming in soon to L.A. County residents. A new documentary film is honoring an east L.A. based Chicano art collective. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Garden Grove aerospace plant reopening delayed, Rabies in bats reaches new record high, OCTA declares beach erosion emergency — Morning Edition | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:05:38 | |
Garden Grove residents and city officials are asking for more accountability from an Aerospace company after a chemical tank was at risk of exploding back in May. L.A. County officials are warning of a record high level of rabies in bats. And Orange County Transportation officials say beach erosion is now an emergency. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| LAPD's security plan for LA28, Bike advocates call for LA to finish LA River trail, Black art in LA— Afternoon Edition | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:04:58 | |
We'll dig more into LAPD's security plan for the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics and who could foot the bill. Bicycle advocates are calling for L.A. to close an 8 mile gap in the L.A. River trail also in time for the Olympics. And where you can find world class Black art in L.A. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Gov. Newsom signs dozens of bills, Flooding advisory hits the coast, MOCA gets a new CEO — Morning Edition | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:05:25 | |
Governor Newsom signed dozens of bills into law over the weekend, including a few in response to the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. Tropical storms could bring flooding and rip currents to SoCal beaches. And the L.A. Museum of Contemporary Art gets a new C-E-O Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Polo swells prep, Hyde Park crosswalks, Live vinyl mixing in SoCal — Sunday Edition | 27 Sep 2026 | 00:08:39 | |
Beach communities brace for big surf, high tides, and potential flooding from effects of Hurricane Polo. After a hit-and-run death, residents around South L.A.'s Hyde Park painted DIY crosswalks today to protest for safer streets. A DJ collective mixes vinyl live in restaurants i L.A. and the Inland Empire. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Hurricanes threaten SoCal coast, LA Mayor’s race spending, Elliott Smith’s LA — Saturday Edition | 26 Sep 2026 | 00:12:37 | |
Hurricanes Odalys and Polo threaten to batter the Southern California coastline. A look at where money is coming from in the L.A. Mayor’s race. Elliott Smith’s time in L.A. recounted in a new book. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| La Verne battery fire evacuations lifted, Federal LAHSA funding restrictions lifted, Hurricane Polo's forecast for SoCal — Evening Edition | 26 Sep 2026 | 00:04:32 | |
The latest from La Verne where a battery fire is prompting a local emergency declaration. An appeals court gives LA's homelessness agency the power to keep seeking federal funding. What Hurricane Polo means for the SoCal coast. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| How Hurricane polo could affect SoCal coast, Dodgers hit attendance record, Indian food in DTLA — Afternoon Edition | 25 Sep 2026 | 00:04:58 | |
How tropical storms swirling in the Pacific could affect the SoCal coast. The Dodgers have hit a new milestone in the stands.. And for Food Friday why downtown L.A. is serving some of the best Indian food right now. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Bianco, Bonta clash over ballot ruling, LAHSA cleared to pursue federal funding, Vroman's gets new owners — Morning Edition | 25 Sep 2026 | 00:05:35 | |
California court rules Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco illegally seized thousands of ballots. LAHSA gets the green light to keep pursuing millions in federal funding. And Vroman's Bookstore gets new owners. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com | |||
| Bianco's ballot seizure ruled illegal, LAX People Mover deadline extended again, Protecting rare trees on Santa Rosa Island after fire — Evening Edition | 25 Sep 2026 | 00:04:24 | |
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 | |||
| 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 | 24 Sep 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
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 | |||
| Evacs remain for hundred in La Verne, Hospice fraud crackdown, Coastline prepares for storm — Morning Edition | 24 Sep 2026 | 00:05:07 | |
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 | |||
| 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 | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
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 | |||
| La Verne evacs after lithium-ion explosion, LAFD says Lineage fire cause is unknown, Bieber jams in MacArthur Park — Morning Edition | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:04:40 | |
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 | |||
| 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 | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
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 | |||
| El Niño to bring non native sea creatures to SoCal, West Nile virus hits record in LA, Lucas Museum now open— Afternoon Edition | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
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 | |||
| Paramount deal reactions, Historic OC sea turtle sightings, Rams win home opener— Morning Edition | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:04:56 | |
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 | |||
| 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 | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:04:49 | |
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 | |||
| Paramount Skydance settles with CA, Metro says Olympic buses at risk if funds don't come, Dolly Parton Day in CA — Afternoon Edition | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:04:59 | |
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 | |||
| Plea expected in Chatsworth bus crash, Cindy Crawford's son dies at 27, Sand to save Newport Beach shore— Morning Edition | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:04:56 | |
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 | |||
| Union Station measles exposure, Chatsworth Metro crash arraignment, A Griffith Park piano recital — Sunday Edition | 20 Sep 2026 | 00:11:05 | |
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 | |||
| Pool triggers hillside collapse, LA Mayor skips homelessness hearing, Mariachi + the Smiths — Saturday Edition | 20 Sep 2026 | 00:11:51 | |
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 | |||
| Orange County gets huge sand infusion, Bob Baker Day celebrates marionettes, Heal the Bay's annual coastal cleanup — Evening Edition | 19 Sep 2026 | 00:04:34 | |
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 | |||
| Gov Newsom orders stronger AI protections, 1992 Batmobile going up for auction, Eating at OC business parks — Afternoon Edition | 18 Sep 2026 | 00:04:55 | |
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 | |||
| Chatsworth tragedy vigil, Metro crash suspect arraignment, Dodgers clinch division— Morning Edition | 18 Sep 2026 | 00:05:13 | |
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 | |||
| LA DA speaks out against DUIs, UCs hear feedback on AI, LA Kings chose next captain — Evening Edition | 18 Sep 2026 | 00:04:43 | |
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 | |||
| 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 | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
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 | |||
| Chatworth metro crash suspect in court, Key clue in chopper crash, Pasadena's Nazi art theft suit— Morning Edition | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:04:54 | |
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 | |||
| Chatsworth crash investigation, Changes to who does the LA homeless count, the new 'Leno's Law' — Evening Edition | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:04:55 | |
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 | |||
| SUV driver arrested for fatal Metro bus crash, LAUSD weighs school closures, Absences in mayors race— Afternoon Edition | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:05:00 | |
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 | |||