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The LA Report

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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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Nov 5, 2026

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Boyle Heights fire knocked down, LA County drug overdoses decline, New Michelin-starred restaurants— Morning Edition 25.06.2026

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.com Support the show: https://...

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 25.06.2026

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.com Support the show: https://laist.com

Investigation into Keith Porter Jr. killing, Housing near transit stops, Space shuttle Endeavour new home— Afternoon Edition 24.06.2026

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.com Support the show: ht...

Boyle Heights air improvement expected, LA Unified screen time restrictions, Palisades Fire jury deliberations begin— Morning Edition 24.06.2026

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...

LA moves to phase out oil drilling, Culver City teens right to vote, National parks camping tips — Evening Edition 24.06.2026

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.com Support the show: https://laist.com

The future of LAUSD leadership, warm weather coming to SoCal, building stress on San Andreas fault — Afternoon Edition 23.06.2026

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.com Support 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 23.06.2026

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.com Support the show: h...

Boyle Heights warehouse fire challenges, Unfinished investigation into killing of Keith Porter Jr., CA bill considers cannabis drive thru —Evening Edition 23.06.2026

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.com Support the...

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 22.06.2026

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 b...

Progress in Boyle Heights fire, LA Unified Superintendent resigns, Appeals court blocks controversial CA LGBTQ law— Morning Edition 22.06.2026

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 ...

Bad air from Boyle Heights fire blankets LA, Check-in on LA charter reforms, A zine fest for cats — Sunday Edition 21.06.2026

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...

Boyle Heights warehouse fire updates, Pasadena Unified tree removal, LA's Black queer club culture — Saturday Edition 20.06.2026

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...

Boyle Heights shelter in place orders lifted, PUSD votes to save trees, 'Sissies' pays tribute to LA's Black LGBTQ+ clubs— Evening Edition 20.06.2026

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.com Supp...

World Cup art installation, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pizzeria, New Iranian bakery in LA— Afternoon Edition 19.06.2026

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://lai...

Boyle Heights air quality concerns, FBI agents hit Skid Row, Glendale school board race tied— Morning Edition 19.06.2026

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  htt...

Huntington Beach's new housing plan, Compton facility cited, Inside the world's 1st AI art museum — Evening Edition 19.06.2026

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.com Supp...

Proposed non-citizen voting measure, MacArthur Park World Cup celebration, New AI art museum — Afternoon Edition 18.06.2026

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....

Boyle Heights shelter-in-place lifted, Non-citizen voting plan advances, Billionaire tax heading to CA ballot— Morning Edition 18.06.2026

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.com...

Boyle Heights cold storage facility fire, LA County Sheriff watchdog lawsuit, LA street improvement money to lapse — Evening Edition 18.06.2026

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 vi...

Update on LA County Judge races, PUSD tree removal backlash, Juneteenth events in SoCal— Afternoon Edition 17.06.2026

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://l...

SoCal defendants in UFC White House plot, Drones threaten wildfire efforts, Langer's 79th b'day— Morning Edition 17.06.2026

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&nb...

Second Whiteman Airport crash, Adelanto hunger striker deported, Standoff over sharing license data — Evening Edition 17.06.2026

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.co...

World Cup watch parties, LA Coliseum US birthday celebration, Preschool guide for LA — Afternoon Edition 16.06.2026

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:/...

Wildfire evacuations in Riverside CO, 8 dead in Edwards AFB crash, James Beard Awards— Morning Edition 16.06.2026

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.com Support the show: https://laist.co...

Newsom says feds are investigating him, SoCal beaches see swell damage, Crackdown on drones near SoFi Stadium — Evening Edition 16.06.2026

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.com Su...

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