The LA Report

Feb 08 2025 100 ep. 7 mins 309
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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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Finding keepsakes in fire ruins, Burned Altadena home sold, and more

Feb 08 2025 10 mins  
One month after the start of the Eaton Fire, a lot with a home that was reduced to rubble is under contract to be sold. Good news from the first survey of air around the Eaton Fire burn areas are in. Host Josie Huang sifts through the ruins of her Altadena home, with the help of a group of volunteers, and more.Support the show: https://laist.com

Cleanup continues in burn zones; Rain could bring more mudslides next week; Trout rescues in Topanga Creek — The P.M. Edition

Feb 07 2025 6 mins  
Our own Josie Huang reports on how cleanup is going on her Altadena block. More rain is in the forecast next week, and it could bring a higher risk of mudslides. Nearly 300 endangered trout were rescued after the Palisades Fire. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

How the Trump admin is affecting child care and transgender health care in SoCal, Best wings for Super Bowl Sunday — The A.M. Edition

Feb 07 2025 8 mins  
How the Trump administration is affecting child care and transgender health care here in Southern California. It's Food Friday and we're digging into some chicken wings for Super Bowl Sunday. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

SCE admits it may have started Hurst Fire; OC braces for potential homebuyers; Ohtani's interpreter sentenced — The P.M. Edition

Feb 06 2025 7 mins  
SoCal Edison acknowledged its equipment may have started the Hurst Fire last month. Real estate agents in Orange County are waiting to see if there'll be a rush of homebuyers after the fires. Shohei Ohtani’s former interpreter was sentenced to nearly 5 years in prison. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co

Ippei Mizuhara faces sentencing for fraud, Concerns over new hazardous materials site for Palisades fire, Pasadena shelter closing — The A.M. Edition

Feb 06 2025 7 mins  
Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara is set to be sentenced for bank and fraud tax today. Debris from the Palisades fire is going to a parking lot at Will Rogers State beach for processing and lawmakers aren't happy. A wildfire evacuation center in Pasadena is closing. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting http

Eaton Fire ash test results; Major hospital pauses some treatments for trans youth; Processing trauma from fires through playtime — The P.M. Edition

Feb 05 2025 7 mins  
A USC researcher has tested ash samples near the Eaton Fire for toxic metals. The Children's Hospital of L.A. has paused some services for transgender youth due to an executive order from Trump. Kids are processing trauma from the fires with playtime. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https

Gov. Newsom heads to the White House, Health officials answer lingering Q's on fire recovery, Lakers introduce Luka Doncic — The A.M. Edition

Feb 05 2025 7 mins  
Gov. Newsom is in Washington today seeking aid for L.A. fire victims. Angelenos still have a lot of questions about health risks after the wildfires and following steps. Newly-minted Laker Luka Doncic is officially in L.A.. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

LA City Council moves to protect immigrants; Health providers losing federal grants; Fostering pets displaced by fires — The P.M. Edition

Feb 04 2025 6 mins  
The LA City Council  moved to protect unauthorized immigrants from Trump's threats of mass deportations. A health provider has said that it lost funding because of federal executive orders targeting transgender people. Some tips on fostering pets in need of homes after the fires. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting h

ICE protests in downtown LA, LA leaders considers protections for unauthorized immigrants, Long Beach Fixit Clinics to help repair broken items — The A.M. Edition

Feb 04 2025 7 mins  
A massive crowd of protesters gathered in downtown L.A. to protest ICE raids and deportations. An L.A. City councilmember is proposing protections for unauthorized immigrants from deportation. Long Beach Fixit clinics to the rescue. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Atmospheric river arrives this week; Palisades reopening delayed; Getty's fireproofing inspires museums — The P.M. Edition

Feb 03 2025 7 mins  
Rain's in the forecast the rest of the week, but it may not be enough to end fire season. City officials walked back plans to reopen the Palisades to the public this weekend. Museums around the world are taking notes from the Getty's fire-proofing efforts. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: