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CA canine prison searches, Metro is free this weekend, Venues announced for Paralympics — The P.M. Edition 5:28

1h ago5:28

5:28

Anyone entering a California prison could be subject to a canine search under a new policy that rolls out this week. Metro is offering free rides systemwide this weekend. The venues for the 2028 Paralympic Games have been announced. 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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Feds threaten CA schools over transgender athletes, Long Beach unhoused population rises, a Sunset Strip staple is closing— The A.M. Edition 6:32

4h ago6:32

6:32

The feds tell California schools to ban transgender athletes or face a judge. Long Beach tries to explain its rise in the unhoused population. Another staple of the Sunset Strip is about to close its doors. 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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Andrew Do is now volunteering, L.A. citrus quarantine, Jackie and Shadow's eaglet takes flight — The P.M. Edition 5:44

17h ago5:44

5:44

Disgraced former supervisor Andrew Do has been spotted volunteering. There's a new citrus quarantine in L.A. County due to a condition known as the sweet orange scab. In Big Bear, one of Jackie and Shadow's eaglets has taken off from the nest. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit …

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Slain officer identified, UC Irvine lecturer banned, CA population rebound— The A.M. Edition 6:41

1d ago6:41

6:41

Police mourn the loss of an officer killed in the line of duty. A UC Irvine lecturer is speaking out after been banned from campus. why immigrants are to thank for California's recent population boom. 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 Prepp…

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Baldwin Parking shooting, New South Asian heart program, Becoming American — Sunday Edition 10:52

2d ago10:52

10:52

One officer is dead and one wounded in stable condition after a shooting in Baldwin Park on Saturday night. UCLA is launching a new program to prevent heart disease in South Asians. And the moment when our editor Suzanne Levy became an American citizen Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www…

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LA hires big law firm, Federal sanctuary city list, Festival on MENA culture — Saturday Edition 10:56

3d ago10:56

10:56

The city of LA has obtained new legal representation to the tune of $900-thousand in a big homelessness spending case. Two pop-ups this weekend to let those who lost record collections in the L.A. fires to crate-dig for free. A festival today in downtown LA puts a spotlight on the culture of the Middle East and North Africa. Support The L.A. Report…

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LA County sought to send fire debris to the desert, West Hollywood celebrates PRIDE weekend, Irvine promises transparency on gondola project — The P.M. Edition 4:31

4d ago4:31

4:31

A new LAist report looks into where L.A. planned to send some of its fire debris. PRIDE weekend returns to the city of West Hollywood. We get the latest on Irvine's ambitious gondola project. 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 Emergen…

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Saving Eaton Fire lumber, Riverside animal shelter crisis, Dog attack capital of U.S.— The A.M. Edition 9:14

4d ago9:14

9:14

The race to save the lumber that survived the Eaton Fire. Riverside County animals shelters are facing an overcrowding crisis. The postal service gives LA a new title: dog attack capital of America. 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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Warmer Weather to hit Inland Valleys and Desert, Metro to launch Mobility Wallet, Shark researcher on the legacy of 'Jaws' — The P.M. Edition 8:15

5d ago8:15

8:15

The National Weather Service says to expect warmer weather for parts of the Inland Valleys and desert. Metro launches the next phase in its delayed program for low-income Angelenos. A shark researcher on the influence of JAWS fifty years later. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit …

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A mother's encampment death, Could Mayor Bass take the stand?, Local Spelling Bee finalist— The A.M. Edition 8:15

5d ago8:15

8:15

A grieving family demands action after a matriarch is found dead in a homeless encampment. Mayor Karen Bass could take the stand to defend LA's homelessness spending. The Angelino who is looking to win the National Spelling Bee. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/L…

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Los Angeles plans to close city-run preschools, LAHSA lays off workers, Update on SoCal's toxic algae bloom — The P.M. Edition 6:22

6d ago6:22

6:22

Some L.A. parents are upset over plans to shutter city-run preschools. LA's agency managing homeless services offers workers volunteer buyouts. The Marine Mammal Care Center updates us on SoCal's toxic algae bloom. 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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Contentious hearing on LA homelessness, New COVID strain in CA, Missing tax refunds for wildfire survivors— The A.M. Edition 7:05

6d ago7:05

7:05

A federal hearing over the future of LA's homelessness funding is getting contentious. A new strain of COVID is in California and its highly contagious. Wildfire survivors are missing out on their tax refunds. 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 F…

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Orange County prepares next year's budget, Irvine's ambitious gondola project is under scrutiny, New LAist report investigates Orange County contracts linked to Andrew Do — The P.M. Edition 7:53

6d ago7:53

7:53

Orange County is close to finalizing next year's budget. An ambitious gondola project has been proposed for Irvine's Great Park. Orange County agencies are reviewing contracts approved under former Supervisor Andrew Do's supervision. 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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A judge considers LA's homelessness funding, Bass demands vandal arrests, Parental notifications of transgender children— The A.M. Edition 6:55

7d ago6:55

6:55

The future of LA's homelessness spending is in the hands of a federal judge. Mayor Karen Bass is demanding action after a mob of vandals lets loose on Downtown LA. A school district tries to skirt state laws over transgender children. 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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Update to troubled Los Padrinos, LA's new plan to phase out oil drilling, Boyle Heights group cares for cat colonies— The P.M. Edition 8:05

8d ago8:05

8:05

An update to the troubled Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall. L.A. has a new plan to phase out oil drilling. And a Boyle Heights group tackles the neighborhood strays, one kitty at a time. 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 (wit…

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Memorial Day across SoCal, Mob of vandals hit downtown LA, CA's veterinarian shortage— The A.M. Edition 8:25

8d ago8:25

8:25

The Southland honors the heroes who sacrificed everything on the battlefield. Mayhem in downtown LA, when a concert turns into mob-fueled chaos. Why California is facing a shortage of veterinarians. 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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Sonic boom, Robert Vargas's new mural, Seeing your burned lot cleared — Sunday Edition 11:38

9d ago11:38

11:38

That loud boom last night? It was a SpaceX spacecraft coming back to earth. L.A. artist Robert Vargas, known for his Shohei Ohtani and Fernando Venezuela murals, has a new subject: Altadena. In an essay, host Josie Huang puts into words the experience of seeing her family lot in Altadena cleared. And more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAi…

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Hotel worker wages, SD plane crash victims, Better mental health through nature sounds — Saturday Edition 10:47

10d ago10:47

10:47

An ordinance that would raise minimum wage for hotel and airport workers in L.A. heads to Mayor Karen Bass's desk. Some victims of the San Diego small plane crash have been identified. Turn on, drop out and tune in to the sound of nature to better your mental health. And more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting ht…

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SoCal Edison pays millions for Bobcat Fire, Renters sue over ash from fires, Dr. Dre celebrates Compton High School makeover— The P.M. Edition 8:54

11d ago8:54

8:54

SoCal Edison pays a multi-million dollar wildfire lawsuit. Renters are suing L.A. and Pasadena over toxic ash from January fires. Compton High School gets a makeover. 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 purchase…

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LA City Council passes budget, Palm Springs bombing act of forgiveness, SoCal's best diners— The A.M. Edition 8:38

11d ago8:38

8:38

LA City Council approves a budget. An amazing act of forgiveness from the clinic at the center of Palm Springs' car bombing. Memorial Day weekend travel. Our favorite SoCal diners. 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 (wit…

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Metro ambassador sexual assault case, CA readies lawsuit over EV standards, Beach report card — The P.M. Edition 7:48

12d ago7:48

7:48

An LAist investigation into Metro’s transit ambassador program revealed a troubling hiring incident. The state says it's bracing to sue the Trump administration after it moved to undo California climate policies. Find out SoCal's cleanest and dirtiest beaches. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https:/…

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LA City Council's budget vote, Major child predator busts, PCH set to reopen— The A.M. Edition 7:47

12d ago7:47

7:47

A major vote today at LA City Council on the mayor's cost-cutting budget. Police announce a major operation, leading to the arrests of hundreds of suspected online child predators. For the first time since January's wildfires PCH is set to reopen. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Vis…

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Free Eaton Fire soil testing, LAUSD preschool enrollment up, LA Zoo elephants moved — The P.M. Edition 7:32

13d ago7:32

7:32

The L.A. County Department of Public Health is offering free soil testing downwind of the Eaton Fire. Updated toilet training requirements are changing the game for LAUSD preschools. The last elephants at the L.A. Zoo have now been moved to Tulsa. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Vi…

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Public weighs in on Bass budget, Missing LA Zoo elephants, Fleet Week begins— The A.M. Edition 7:53

13d ago7:53

7:53

It's the public's final chance to weigh on LA Mayor Karen Bass's budget. LA City Council takes steps to get its house in order when it comes to homelessness funding. The elephants at the center of an LA Zoo controversy have gone missing. Fleet Week begins. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lais…

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Mayor Bass vows to make it easier to film in L.A., Santa Ana Unified lays off nearly 300 educators, Remembering beloved actor George Wendt— The P.M. Edition 7:38

14d ago7:38

7:38

L.A. Mayor Bass announces a new directive to make it easier to film at L.A.'s iconic locations. Santa Ana Unified School District votes to layoff nearly 300 educators. George Wendt, the beer-loving patron from Cheers, has died. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LA…

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Heat advisory for LA County, Latino Caucus takes on Newsom's budget, The future of HIV prevention— The A.M. Edition 7:46

14d ago7:46

7:46

The National Weather Service issues a heat advisory for LA County. Latino lawmakers are not going to accept Governor Newsom's budget without a fight. LA's HIV prevention experts fear the worst from federal funding cuts. 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 r…

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Illegal trash dumping in desert, PUSD finds lead & other chemicals, Heatwave incoming — The P.M. Edition 8:19

15d ago8:19

8:19

An LAist investigation finds illegal dumping of trash in the desert has become such a problem that officials are calling it an emergency. Harmful substances like lead are showing up on soil tests at Pasadena schools. A heatwave's on its way this week. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…

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Bombed Palm Springs clinic reopens, Suspected bomber's father speaks, LA City Council wants less layoffs— The A.M. Edition 7:07

15d ago7:07

7:07

It's reopening day in Palm Springs for the clinic at the center of Saturday's terrorist attack. The father of the suspected bomber speaks out. LA City Council tries to save hundreds of jobs from budget-cutting layoffs. 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 re…

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Alleged bomber in Palm Springs identified, Lilac garden in Idyllwild bids farewell — Sunday Edition 9:00

16d ago9:00

9:00

Authorities have identified the alleged bomber in yesterday's bombing attack of a fertility clinic in Palm Springs. And, one man's two-decade long obsession with the lilac is ending in Idyllwild. 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 …

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Pasadena Unified soil tests, 'Comfort woman' memorial, Billboard public art — Saturday Edition 11:05

17d ago11:05

11:05

Parents weigh in after a soil test shows elevated levels of toxic substances at Pasadena Unified schools. Today in Glendale, a memorial for one of the last surviving "comfort women." When you’re driving or walking in L.A. this month, make sure to look up every once in a while. There’s a good chance you could catch some public art on billboards. Sup…

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Los Padrinos plan approved, "Community solar" in SGV, Irvine giving out free life jackets — The P.M. Edition 8:13

18d ago8:13

8:13

A judge approved a plan to move kids out of the troubled Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall. A first-of-its-kind "community solar" project is now online in the San Gabriel Valley. The city of Irvine is giving out free life jackets, and you don't have to live there to get one. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting…

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Altadena residents rally against gentrification, The grocery chain overcharging consumers, Metro D closure— The A.M. Edition 7:52

18d ago7:52

7:52

Wildfire survivors want help to stop gentrification. You may be paying more for groceries than you should be. Metro D line will be closed for 70 days.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 purchase over $100) and b…

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Judge explores pulling homelessness funds, Immigration obstruction arrests, LA County fire recovery guide — The P.M. Edition 6:44

19d ago6:44

6:44

A federal judge is weighing whether to pull control of homelessness funds from the city of L.A. In South L.A., two people were arrested for trying to block immigration agents. Learn about L.A. County's new guide to rebuilding after the fires. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit w…

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The future of LA's homelessness spending, Gov Newsom says no to LA bailout, Free homes for wildfire survivors— The A.M. Edition 8:26

19d ago8:26

8:26

The future of LA's homelessness spending is in the hands of a federal judge. Governor Newsom puts the breaks on an LA bailout. And the plan to provide prefab homes, for free, to wildfire survivors. 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 E…

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Newsom's new budget proposal, LA County and oil drilling bans, Santa Monica approves outdoor drinking — The P.M. Edition 8:02

20d ago8:02

8:02

Governor Newsom unveiled his revised budget proposal this morning. L.A. County has repealed a law that phased out oil drilling — we'll tell you why. And Vegas-style outdoor drinking will soon be allowed on Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit…

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Newsom unveils CA budget, Menendez Bros resentenced, A.I. to help wildfire survivors— The A.M. Edition 7:46

20d ago7:46

7:46

Governor Newsom unveils the state's latest budget, but his signature policy may be caught in the crossfire. The Menendez Brothers are a step closer to freedom. Wildfire survivors get some help from artificial intelligence. 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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State Farm rate increase OKed, Officials say LA's layoffs could hit hard, Fledge Watch at Jackie and Shadow's nest — The P.M. Edition 7:09

21d ago7:09

7:09

State Farm got the green light today to raise insurance rates. The city of L.A.'s planned layoffs could hit low-income workers the hardest. We're on Fledge Watch: Jackie and Shadow's chicks could start flying any day now. 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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Menendez Brothers resentencing hearing, Homeless services go high-tech, A tribute to Ruth Beaglehole— The A.M. Edition 9:13

21d ago9:13

9:13

The Menendez Brothers finally make their case for re-sentencing. LA's fight against homelessness gets a high-tech upgrade. A Tribute to an education icon who spent more than half a century devoted to the cause of non-violent parenting. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.prepp…

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Newsom motivates cities to break up encampments, Ports react to tariff pause, Santa Monica squirrels — The P.M. Edition 7:57

22d ago7:57

7:57

Governor Gavin Newsom released a template ordinance he hopes cities can use to crack down on homeless encampments. The Port of Long Beach faces an uncertain future, even after Trump paused tariffs on China. What's up with the aggressive squirrels in Santa Monica's Palisades Park? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and…

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CA eyes State Farm's wildfire response, The science behind the Eaton fire's "zombie line" theory, LA Zoo sued over elephants— The A.M. Edition 8:01

23d ago8:01

8:01

California hasn't ruled out taking on State Farm over wildfire insurance claims. Plus, we're breaking down the science behind what may have caused the Eaton Fire. The fight over the fate of two Asian elephants could be heading to court. 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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Bus crash on 60 FWY, New Pope sandwich, AAPI connection to birthright citizenship — Sunday Edition 13:26

23d ago13:26

13:26

A fatal crash involving a tour bus and SUV shut down the 60 Freeway this morning. This week, the Supreme Court takes up the issue of birthright citizenship more than a century after a Chinese American man born in California successfully defended his right to be in this country. There's a new Pope, so it makes sense that there's now a new Pope sandw…

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Quickie heat wave, Eaton fire soil, Stumbling onto LA's art history — Saturday Edition 11:17

24d ago11:17

11:17

The heat is on, but our mini heatwave will crash into chillier weather starting tomorrow. We vibe check a hot new bakery burning up TikTok. The joy and surprise of discovering your local doctor's office was once an artists' haven, and 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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Altadena lifts final water advisory, SoCal heatwave, Topanga Beach Bus returns — The P.M. Edition 7:40

25d ago7:40

7:40

Altadena's last fire related drinking water advisory was lifted today. A heatwave has landed in Southern California. The Topanga Beach Bus is back and open for business. 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 purch…

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Eaton Fire soil still unsafe, Palisades brush concerns, CHP's new sleek fleet — The A.M. Edition 7:22

26d ago7:22

7:22

Soil in the Eaton fire area still isn't completely safe despite cleanup efforts. In Pacific Palisades, a number of people aren't clearing their brush. The new fleet of cars that will be catching reckless drivers on the downlow. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LA…

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Kaiser strike ends, Burn zone fruit safety, LA Catholics celebrate new pope — The P.M. Edition 6:15

26d ago6:15

6:15

Kaiser mental health workers have ratified a new contract, ending a six month strike. Can you eat the fruit from a tree in a burn zone? L.A. Catholics celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV. 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 Emergenc…

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$8 gas warning, Eaton fire tower removed, CA takes on Trump over EVs — The A.M. Edition 7:49

27d ago7:49

7:49

Warnings that $8 dollar gas prices could be in our future. Investigators get a closer look at the central piece of evidence in the Eaton Fire. California takes on President Trump over electric vehicles and their infrastructure. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LA…

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LAHSA whistleblowers allege wrongdoing, School speed limits are going down, Harbor City sensory space — The P.M. Edition 7:24

27d ago7:24

7:24

Whistleblowers say LA’s top homeless official hired unqualified friends and tried to destroy public records. Speed limits near LA schools will be going down soon. A library branch in Harbor City has a new sensory space for neurodivergent youth. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit …

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Real ID takes effect, LAHSA whistleblowers expose misconduct, A conclave contender for some Angelinos — The A.M. Edition 6:58

28d ago6:58

6:58

The Real ID law takes effect today. Whistleblowers are exposing misconduct at the L.A. Homeless Services Authority. A potential Pope pick that would excite a lot of 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 Emergency Kit (with any…

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State sues Trump over HHS cuts, Kaiser strike agreement, Covered CA data shared with LinkedIn — The P.M. Edition 6:16

28d ago6:16

6:16

California is suing Trump again, this time about funding for worker safety and preschool funding. Striking mental healthcare workers have reached an agreement with Kaiser. An investigation finds LinkedIn got access to Covered California data without users permission. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …

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LAFD union suspensions, Newsom wants a Trump team-up, LA's hottest real estate markets — The A.M. Edition 7:20

29d ago7:20

7:20

There have been major suspensions within the LA City's firefighters union. Governor Newsom wants to team up with President Trump to save America's film industry. The hottest real estate markets in Los Angeles. 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 F…

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