Best National Center on Restorative Justice Podcasts (2025)

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UCLA funding ruling, LA City Councilmember corruption charges, OC ethics changes— The A.M. Edition 4:53

8h ago4:53

4:53

A judge is ordering the Trump Administration to restore hundreds of UCLA's frozen science grants. An LA City Councilmember is hit with new public corruption charges. Orange County's Board of Supervisors revises its ethics code in the wake of the Andrew Do scandal. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting htt…

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"Day of Action" protests held across LA, Malibu mountain lion identified, OC Pride asks for support — The P.M. Edition 4:54

22h ago4:54

4:54

Community and labor groups are rallying across Southern California today to protest immigration enforcement. We have an update on the mountain lion that injured a child in Malibu this week. Orange County Pride says they need more donations after sponsors pulled back. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …

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Day of "community stoppage," Feds detain disabled teen, West Anaheim Medical nurses strike— The A.M. Edition 4:33

1d ago4:33

4:33

An immigrant rights coalition has started a 24-hour boycott. Federal agents detain a disabled teenage boy outside of an LA public school. Hundreds of OC nurses hit the picket line. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (wi…

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Do ordered to pay over $800k back to OC, Child care union reaches agreement with state, Malibu winery reopens — The P.M. Edition 4:44

2d ago4:44

4:44

Former Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do was ordered to pay $878,230.80 in restitution today. The union Child Care Providers United has reached a tentative deal with the state. A beloved Malibu winery closed after January's fires has now reopened. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com V…

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Newsom vs Trump round 2, Andrew Do learns what he should pay, Water service returns to San Fernando Valley— The A.M. Edition 4:28

2d ago4:28

4:28

It's Gavin Newsom versus Donald Trump, round 2, in the legal fight over the National Guard deployment in LA. Disgraced former OC supervisor Andrew Do may finally get the bill for his crimes. Water has returned to Porter Ranch and Granada Hills, but it's still not safe to drink. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and b…

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SFV & water services, Arrested ICE activist released, Loss & hope after Eaton Fire — Sunday Edition 10:01

3d ago10:01

10:01

It's been 6 days already, and residents of Granada Hills and Porter Ranch are going to have to wait just a bit longer for water services to come back. Community activist who was arrested Friday on Terminal Island over ICE activities has been released. And a photographer who takes pictures of wildfires ponders rebuilding -- and the idea of hope -- a…

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ICE citizen patrol detained, K-town & LAFC's new star, My dog can't pee! — Saturday Edition 9:52

4d ago9:52

9:52

A demonstration that the LAPD deemed an "unlawful" assembly unfolded last night over the arrest of a community immigration activist. Professional soccer in Los Angeles has its newest superstar in Son Heung-min -- and K-town is hyped up. The lengths one human in South Pasadena went to get his doggo to use the bathroom. And, more. Support The L.A. Re…

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Trump asks UCLA for $1b settlement, Law firm bills $1.8M to represent LA, Bus to SoFi stadium debuts — The P.M. Edition 4:49

5d ago4:49

4:49

The Trump administration wants UCLA to pay $1 billion to settle antisemitism claims. The costs for L.A.'s legal representation in a major lawsuit have been ballooning. There's a new way to get to SoFi stadium via public transit. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/…

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Canyon Fire expanding, Supreme Court asked to end SoCal ICE restraining order, What will Andrew Do pay?— The A.M. Edition 4:37

5d ago4:37

4:37

The Canyon Fire expands across Ventura County into LA County. The Trump Administration asks the Supreme Court to end restrictions on the SoCal Immigration crackdown. Prosecutors want disgraced former OC Supervisor Andrew Do to pay up, but how much? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com V…

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Boil water notices follow water outage, LAUSD's new electric buses, Practice your music next to shelter pets— The P.M. Edition 4:22

6d ago4:22

4:22

Boil water notices are still in place for parts of Porter Ranch, Granada Hills and Malibu following a water outage. LAUSD has new electric buses, so get used to how they sound. For all the musicians out there, we'll tell you about a new practice space you can use - in animal shelters, Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/joi…

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Reactions to "Operation Trojan Horse," January fire deaths may be more than official toll, Stater Bros workers reach deal— The A.M. Edition 4:34

6d ago4:34

4:34

Federal agents are facing criticism for hiding in the back of a rental truck in their latest immigration raid. The death toll of January's fires may be a lot higher than the official number. Grocery store workers are celebrating a potential new deal with Stater Bros. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …

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"Trojan horse" immigration sweep at Home Depot, RPV bans some new construction, Nipsey Hussle's Metro TAP card — The P.M. Edition 4:36

7d ago4:36

4:36

Federal agents conducted a so called "trojan horse" sweep this morning at a Home Depot in Westlake. Construction is now banned in some of the most scenic parts of Ranchos Palos Verdes. Metro is debuting a new TAP card in honor of Nipsey Hussle. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit…

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Heat advisory begins, New Skid Row services hub, San Fernando Valley water disruption— The A.M. Edition 4:02

7d ago4:02

4:02

A heat wave arrives with some areas about to hit triple-digit temps. LA County gets a new hub for Skid Row homeless services. Thousands in the San Fernando Valley may wake up to no water. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency …

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Trump's Olympics security task force, Crews move house to Altadena, Community restores Burbank's Tardis — The P.M. Edition 4:32

8d ago4:32

4:32

President Trump says he may send troops to the 2028 Olympics. We follow a house as it's moved from Los Feliz all the way to Altadena. And for the Doctor Who fans: We've got the latest on Burbank's very own TARDIS. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receiv…

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Newsom threatens CA redistricting, Prominent organizer to self-deport, Trump launches Olympics task force— The A.M. Edition 4:15

8d ago4:15

4:15

Governor Newsom is ready to pull the trigger on California redistricting plans. A long-time organizer makes the difficult decision to self-deport. President Trump launches a task force for the LA Olympics. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE…

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Typhus infections on the rise in Long Beach, Triple digit temps coming to SoCal, LACMA gets first van Gogh & Manet paintings — The P.M. Edition 4:16

9d ago4:16

4:16

Long Beach is reporting an uptick in typhus infections this summer. A heat advisory has been issued for Southern California starting Wednesday. LACMA's getting new van Gogh and Manet paintings next year. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE P…

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Activists react to key immigration ruling, Eaton survivors question underground power lines, Grocery workers calling for Monday boycott— The A.M. Edition 4:36

9d ago4:36

4:36

Activists are celebrating the latest court ruling that slams the brakes on immigration crackdowns. Survivors of January's fires want to know why it's so expensive to bury power lines. Grocery workers are asking Pasadena shoppers to boycott one store in particular today. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiti…

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What's next for LAHSA, Heat wave's coming, A bygone circus city — Sunday Edition 12:09

10d ago12:09

12:09

Embattled LAHSA has a new interim leader. So, what's next? Major heat wave landing in the region mid-week. Once upon a time, there was a city in L.A. that began as a circus. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any …

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Major ruling on ICE sweeps, DACA insurance, Bluegrass and autism — Saturday Edition 10:00

11d ago10:00

10:00

A major court ruling on Friday will continue to limit how federal agents conduct immigration stops and arrests. Covered California says it's dropping DACA recipients. And, bluegrass jam sessions for those living on the autism spectrum. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.prep…

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Federal cuts affect LA housing assistance, CA sues over trans youth healthcare, Altadena restaurant crawls pop up — The P.M. Edition 4:59

12d ago4:59

4:59

Federal funding cuts are affecting housing assistance programs across L.A. Attorney General Rob Bonta has sued Trump to protect gender-affirming care in California. Restaurant crawls are popping up in Altadena to support local businesses. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.p…

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Trump Admin slashes UCLA funding, Struggles of unhoused children and families, Mayor Bass celebrates encampment clearing— The A.M. Edition 4:40

12d ago4:40

4:40

The Trump Administration has slashed U-C-L-A's research funding over claims of anti-semitism. Children and families are slipping through the cracks in the fight against homelessness. One of the most notorious encampments is now gone, and LA's mayor is declaring a win. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting…

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No duplexes in Palisades burn zone, Cole's French Dip gets a temporary extension, Taboo and will.i.am's East LA hometown tribute — The P.M. Edition 4:45

13d ago4:45

4:45

L.A. Mayor Karen Bass bans duplexes in the Palisades burn zone. The historic Cole's French Dip is staying open for another month. Why Taboo and will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas created a tribute to East L.A. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FR…

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More National Guard troops withdrawn, SoCal lawmakers sue feds for ICE facility access, LA rent hikes to go down— The A.M. Edition 3:41

13d ago3:41

3:41

The Pentagon is pulling more National Guard troops out of LA. SoCal lawmakers are taking the feds to court to get inside ICE detainment facilities. Why rent hikes are going down for many Angelinos. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi …

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LA cannabis businesses priced out, LA city council bans use of two slurs, Tarantula season is here — The P.M. Edition 4:32

14d ago4:32

4:32

Some LA cannabis business owners say a lack of city support has left them in debt. The LA city council voted today to ban use of the N-word and C-word at its meetings. It's tarantula season: We'll tell you what you need to know about the little crawlers. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist…

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Tsunami advisory lifted, Newsom to block Palisades duplexes, Charges dropped against face shield suspect— The A.M. Edition 4:11

14d ago4:11

4:11

The Southland can breathe a sigh of relief, after Russia's massive earthquake sparked tsunami fears. Governor Newsom is expected to put the brakes on some wildfire rebuilds in the Pacific Palisades. The feds give up on a high-profile case at the heart of LA's immigration protests. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join an…

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Advocates criticize new LAHSA head, House linked to Andrew Do hits the market, Councilmember Park wishes DIY crosswalks stayed — The P.M. Edition 4:39

15d ago4:39

4:39

LA's choice to direct its homelessness agency has drawn criticism from advocates. A house at the center of the Andrew Do bribery scandal is now on the market. Why one councilmember supports the removed crosswalk in West L.A. that residents painted themselves. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://…

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LA County considers ban on masked officers, OC plans to lose substance abuse funding, SoCal connection to NYC shooter— The A.M. Edition 3:53

15d ago3:53

3:53

LA County considers banning masks on cops, including federal agents. Orange County prepares for the worst as it plans to lose substance abuse funding. The SoCal connection to the man accused of shooting up a New York City office building. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.p…

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OC asks Andrew Do to pay $10m, CA sues Trump to keep SNAP data private, More in-state applicants admitted to UCs — The P.M. Edition 4:37

16d ago4:37

4:37

Orange County officials are asking for $10 million in restitution money from former supervisor Andrew Do. California joins other states in suing the Trump administration over access to SNAP (food stamp) data. The University of California system admitted more in-state students this year. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/j…

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Federal appeals hearing on SoCal ICE raids, Effects of Trump's emissions decision, Bill to ban military drones from protests— The A.M. Edition 3:53

16d ago3:53

3:53

A Court hearing that the Trump Administration hopes will restart its most aggressive immigration raids in SoCal. The emissions decision from President Trump that could have serious consequences for folks in Southeast LA County. The LA Congressmember who wants to ban military drones from public protests. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donati…

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Bomb scare in Pacoima, Lady Justice statue, West LA crosswalks removed — Sunday Edition 12:00

17d ago12:00

12:00

A bomb scare at an LAPD station in Pacoima forced businesses and homes to evacuate yesterday. The story behind the unconventional Lady Justice statue in downtown Los Angeles. DIY crosswalks painted by local residents in a West L.A. neighborhood were removed by the city. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiti…

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Missing grenade in explosion probe, Minor league baseball in LBC, ICE & Terminal island — Saturday Edition 9:40

18d ago9:40

9:40

An update on the investigation behind the explosion at a training facility that killed three L.A. County Sheriff's deputies. Long Beach wants to bring minor league baseball back to the city. Why locals are monitoring an island in the Port of L.A. for ICE activity. And more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https…

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Rep. Garcia speaks out on Epstein files, West Nile virus returns to LA, Freshly renovated Duke's Malibu to reopen — The P.M. Edition 4:46

19d ago4:46

4:46

Long Beach rep Robert Garcia is demanding more transparency on the Epstein files. The first West Nile mosquitos of the season have been found. Duke's Malibu will be freshly renovated this year's landslides. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FRE…

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Sen Padilla's new pathway to citizenship, Abuse claims at Adelanto detention center, Newsom condemns CA ammo ruling— The A.M. Edition 4:32

19d ago4:32

4:32

A new Senate bill could open a pathway to citizenship for millions of immigrants without legal status. Claims of abused and neglected disabled detainees at the immigration detention center in Adelanto. The court ruling that Governor Newsom calls a "slap in the face" to the fight against gun violence. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating …

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Many unaware of CA's new school grade, Metro shares A and D Line updates, Long Beach homicides drop — The P.M. Edition 4:32

20d ago4:32

4:32

Many local parents still don't know about California's new TK (transitional kindergarten) grade, which starts this fall. Metro has big updates for its A and D lines. What's behind Long Beach's drop in homicides this year? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist t…

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Edison launches Eaton Fire fund, Barger refutes West Altadena report, Nurses condemn Kaiser's end of gender-affirming surgeries for minors— The A.M. Edition 4:30

20d ago4:30

4:30

Southern California Edison says it will pay Eaton Fire victims straight from its pockets. An LA County Supervisor is disputing claims that firefighters neglected one of the worst hit neighborhoods in the Eaton Fire. Nurses condemn Kaiser's decision to end gender-affirming surgeries for minors. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAis…

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Is it smart for fire survivors to sue?, Altadena historic designation moves forward, 100-year old ballad on deportation unearthed — The P.M. Edition 4:59

21d ago4:59

4:59

Should fire survivors join lawsuits? We have a guide to help. Why some are pushing for a historic district in Altadena. A local professor unearthed a ballad her great great grandfather wrote 100 years ago that resonates deeply today. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi…

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Activists say data proves ICE crackdown is race-based, Attempted murder charges in nightclub incident, West Nile virus in Orange County— The A.M. Edition 4:43

21d ago4:43

4:43

An immigrant-rights group says it has the data to prove that the federal crackdown in SoCal is based on race. Plus, 37 counts of attempted murder for the man accused of plowing into a nightclub crowd. West Nile virus has been confirmed in Orange County. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.…

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Why CA voter turnout was down in 2024, Metro ridership decreased in June, K-Town mosque responds to hate incident with new mural — The P.M. Edition 4:34

22d ago4:34

4:34

We look at California's voter turnout during the 2024 election. Why Metro's ridership may have been down last month. After a Koreatown mosque was targeted, the community answered with an anti-hate mural. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE P…

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Immigration sweep at Ontario grocery store, How much should Andrew Do pay?, Children's Hospital LA ends gender-affirming care— The A.M. Edition 4:40

22d ago4:40

4:40

Fear and Anger in Ontario as federal agents target a grocery store. Federal prosecutors want disgraced OC Supervisor Andrew Do to pay up, and they already have a number in mind. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles pulls the plug on gender-affirming care. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com…

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Marines no longer deployed in LA, How many detainees have violent convictions?, Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies at 54 — The P.M. Edition 4:44

23d ago4:44

4:44

The military presence in LA is getting smaller, as 700 Marines were released today. UC researchers examine how just 8% of immigration detainees have been convicted of a violent crime. We remember actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who has died at the age of 54. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist…

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LA Mayor Bass gathers veterans to condemn federal troop presence, Activists call on more assistance for immigrants, Trump releases frozen school funds— The A.M. Edition 4:46

23d ago4:46

4:46

LA Mayor Karen Bass is hoping that veterans can convince the feds to pull troops out of Los Angeles. Activists call on local governments to do more to help immigrants affected by the ICE crackdown. California schools are finally getting some of the federal funds they were promised. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join a…

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Fatal crash on 605, Driver arrested for East Hollywood club crash, Cheeseburger champion — Sunday Edition 11:42

24d ago11:42

11:42

Four people have died in a fiery crash early this morning on the 605 Freeway. New details are emerging about Saturday's crash that left nearly 30 people injured outside an East Hollywood club. The wait is over... Today, LAist crowns the winner of our second annual Tournament of Cheeseburgers. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join an…

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30 injured after crash, Killed LASD deputies identified, The Mayan Theater closes — Saturday Edition 9:25

24d ago9:25

9:25

Thirty people were injured early this morning after a car rammed into a crowd in East Hollywood. A procession was held yesterday for the three Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputies who died in an explosion at an East L.A. training facility. LAist remembers the historic Mayan Theater, set to close in September. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by…

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Explosion at LASD facility kills three, Colleges helping students affected by raids, Monsoon thunderstorm hits San Gabriels — The P.M. Edition 4:37

26d ago4:37

4:37

An explosion at an L.A. County sheriff training facility killed three, making it the department's largest loss of life since 1857. Some colleges are helping students affected by immigration crackdowns. A summer monsoon thunderstorm is passing over the San Gabriel Mountains this afternoon. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com…

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LA County Sheriff refuses to hand over immigrant inmate data, FEMA wildfire support slowdown, OC Fair opens— The A.M. Edition 4:35

26d ago4:35

4:35

The LA County Sheriff is refusing to hand over immigrant inmate data to the feds, but he is cooperating in other ways. FEMA isn't giving January's wildfire survivors the same urgency it provided other disaster victims. The OC fair is here and is already high on the hog. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiti…

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DOJ asks for undocumented inmate data, Crisis hotline stops services for LGBTQ+ youth, Heat protections bill introduced — The P.M. Edition 4:58

27d ago4:58

4:58

The Department of Justice is asking for L.A. County sheriffs to send them data of incarcerated people without legal status. The national 988 suicide and crisis hotline will stop providing special services for LGBTQ+ youth as of today. Senator Alex Padilla is trying to introduce federal heat protections for workers. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Repo…

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Newsom demands full federal drawdown, Army veteran demands ICE investigation, Trump ends CA high-speed rail funding— The A.M. Edition 4:42

27d ago4:42

4:42

Governor Newsom isn't letting up on President Trump, despite the drawdown of federal troops in LA. An Army veteran is demanding an investigation, after he was detained for days by immigration officers without being charged. President Trump has pulled the plug on federal funding for one of California's most ambitious projects. Plus, more. Support Th…

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Dale Fire starts near Lake Riverside, CA sues Trump over disaster prevention cuts, Forest Festival comes to SoCal — The P.M. Edition 4:59

28d ago4:59

4:59

The Dale Fire is currently burning hundreds of acres near Lake Riverside. California is suing Trump again - this time, over ending a disaster prevention program. Calling all aspiring Paul Bunyan types... the annual Forest Festival will be this Saturday. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.…

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2k National Guard troops leaving LA, CA's "No Secret Police" Act advances, $14 million wrongful conviction settlement— The A.M. Edition 4:17

28d ago4:17

4:17

LA Mayor Karen Bass declares victory as 2,000 National Guard troops are pulled from Los Angeles. A state bill that would ban law enforcement masks is one step closer to becoming law. A big payday for a man who spent decades behind bars for a crime he didn't commit. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting ht…

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Immigration lawyers face new reality, RPV could ban some new construction, Apple TV+ scores big with Emmy noms — The P.M. Edition 4:50

29d ago4:50

4:50

Immigration lawyers are now facing a much more stressful new reality. Rancho Palos Verdes is seeking to ban new construction in landslide prone areas. The Emmy nominations are out today, and word is Apple TV is happy with how the nominations shook out. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.c…

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