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The LA Report

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Los Angeles
Boyle Heights
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Karen Bass
Los Angeles, United States
Nithya Raman
Garden Grove
California
Orange County
West Hollywood
Heat Wave
LAPD
Andrew Do
Los Angeles Unified School District
Altadena
Paramount
Adelanto
Donald Trump

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... more

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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... more

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 parki... more

Homes all along the SoCal coast are taking hits from the massive waves of Tropical Storm Marie. Malibu declares a state of emergency because the land is opening up from all the erosion. Extremely muggy heat comes to the Southland. Plus, more on Morni... more

A leak of an unknown orange chemical in La Habra triggered a shelter in place order earlier today. Metrolink is raising prices for the first time in 13 years. A bill to regulate how police use Flock cameras fails. Plus, more on the Evening Edition.

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Jade Easley
Army veteran who spoke about her housing situation at Blue Butterfly Village
Volunteer/Nonprofit housing advocacy
Episode: Guilty verdict in Tupac trial, Female vets facing horrendous housing conditions, Trump wants federal TV & film tax credits— Morning Edition
Shibayu Saha
Executive director of Tracking California
Tracking California
Episode: LAPD requests 300 vehicles for LA28, Extreme heat spikes ER visits among unhoused, Korean convenience cafe — Afternoon Edition
Mary Marfassi
Street medicine clinician
Unspecified (field clinician)
Episode: LAPD requests 300 vehicles for LA28, Extreme heat spikes ER visits among unhoused, Korean convenience cafe — Afternoon Edition
Debbie Lee
Co-owner of Mokja cafe
Mokja Highland Park
Episode: LAPD requests 300 vehicles for LA28, Extreme heat spikes ER visits among unhoused, Korean convenience cafe — Afternoon Edition
Jim Lang
Composer behind the music for Hey Arnold!
Nickelodeon / Hey Arnold!
Episode: Lineage food waste removal, Long Beach utility gas tax problems, The music of ‘Hey Arnold!’ — Sunday Edition
Lucia De La Garza
Linda Lindas guitarist/vocalist
Linda Lindas
Episode: LAPD involved deaths, Punk band X, The Linda Lindas' new album — Saturday Edition
Mila De La Garza
Linda Lindas drummer
Linda Lindas
Episode: LAPD involved deaths, Punk band X, The Linda Lindas' new album — Saturday Edition
Eloise Wong
Linda Lindas bassist
Linda Lindas
Episode: LAPD involved deaths, Punk band X, The Linda Lindas' new album — Saturday Edition
Bella Salazar
Linda Lindas family friend
Linda Lindas
Episode: LAPD involved deaths, Punk band X, The Linda Lindas' new album — Saturday Edition

Hosts

Austin Cross
Host of The LA Report Morning Edition
Julia Paskin
Host of The LA Report Evening Edition
Nereida Moreno
Host of The LA Report Afternoon Edition

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 159 ratings
  • New music is awful

    Love this and usually it’s 5 stars but the new music is insane with the loud beat - louder than the announcers. What happened to the mellow music- no one wants beats on the news

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    Mme Blink
    United States3 months ago
  • Too many commercials

    6.5 minute podcast, 3 minutes of commercials / 3.5 minutes of news. I hate it.

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    1
    Nicholas P Name Esq
    United States3 months ago
  • Essential Los Angeles listen

    Love how this podcast gives me daily updates on what’s happening in Los Angeles. Short and sweet.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Donald Paz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nice podcast

    Good reporting. They could use better editing, and cut back on the long commercial ads. And does anyone else feel like the Saturday theme music sounds depressing?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    AP213
    United States2 years ago
  • Biased Reporting Against Israel and Jewish Community

    After listening to this podcast from day 1, I have unsubscribed because they reporting is increasingly one-sided and biased toward Israel and the Jewish community.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Latina Aburrida
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate concise, frequent LA-area updates and practical context for daily life.
The show is seen as essential LA-area news coverage by many listeners.
Ad-to-content ratio and volume inconsistencies are common critique points for some listeners.
Guests and feature reporting are often cited as high-quality and locally relevant.

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Air quality testing in Boyle Heights, What's next for Big Bear's Shadow, Irvine bridge opens over 5 fwy— Afternoon Edition
Q: And with the cleanup nearing the finish line, what do we know about what people have been breathing in and whether it's harmful?
The discussion centers on PM2.5 being the main concern associated with smoke, while methane remains at normal levels, and ammonia sensors were added later, raising questions about potential health impacts, especially for children and vulnerable groups.
Air quality testing in Boyle Heights, What's next for Big Bear's Shadow, Irvine bridge opens over 5 fwy— Afternoon Edition
Q: So Lucas, can you start by telling us just what the status of the cleanup in Boyle Heights is?
As of the report, about 95% of the food has been removed and the site is expected to be completely disinfected by August 27, with ongoing attention to air quality and health advisories as cleanup wraps up.
The science behind SoCal's hottest heatwave, Hawk fire updates, Navigating after school care in LAUSD— Afternoon Edition
Q: First off, Mariana, help us understand how many families want after school care and aren't getting it.
Mariana Dale explains that about 345,000 kids in the city of Los Angeles alone are affected, with barriers like inconvenient locations, transportation, and cost; state investments are expanding access, but demand remains high.
Latest on the Paramount Warner Bros Discovery merger, CA State Parks Foundation photo contest, 30th anniversary of Fugees: The Score at Hollywood Bowl — Afternoon Edition
Q: So, Don, who is asking the Supreme Court to step in and why?
Two Republican attorneys general are asking the Supreme Court to intervene, arguing the enforcement action is politically motivated, and they contend that 12 states should not have veto power over a transaction that 38 other states did not challenge.
A West Hollywood restaurant closes, free asthma inhalers in schools, microdramas surge in Hollywood — Afternoon Edition
Q: So Dawn, let's start with the basics here. Can you just explain what a micro drama is?
Micro dramas are short, vertically shot, soap-opera style series designed for mobile viewing; they're typically two minutes per episode, with many episodes needed to complete a full narrative arc, and they originated in China before expanding to the US where platforms like Drama Box, Real Short, and TikTok host them.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The LA Report

What is The LA Report about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced daily news briefing focused on Southern California, blending concise updates on public safety, transportation, housing, and local policy with in-depth human-interest segments and on-the-ground reporting. Episodes often pair traditional beat coverage with feature pieces—from fires and heat waves to culture and community initiatives—highlighting how local government, nonprofits, and media collaborate to inform residents. A notable strength is the mix of short, digestible reports and longer, character-driven profiles that give listeners both the headlines and the context behind them. This show is likely to appeal to listeners who want reliable, door-to-door coverage of LA-area issues and who appreciate access to subject-matter exp... more

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