The new head of LA's homelessness agency starts the job today. President Trump is threatening to sue California over its redistricting efforts. The Army is set to celebrate its final wildfire debris removal in the Pacific Palisades. Plus, more.

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Over 10,000 people filed for unemployment after January's fires, a report finds. UCLA is at the negotiating table with the federal government over antisemitism allegations, even as Jewish groups defend the university. L.A. Report cohost Josie Huang stopped by a local fan viewing of K-Pop Demon Hunters. Plus, more.

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A shocking admission from LA's homeless services agency: it can't help any new families. Wildfire survivors are demanding action against what they call "illegal insurer misconduct." LA Metro is still waiting on its Olympic funds from the feds. Plus, more.

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L.A. County Jails are seeing improvements in wait times and conditions, but there are worries over the population increasing. Southern California’s heat wave is on its way out. We get into vegetarian tacos and a K-Pop sensation. Plus, more.

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Lyle Menendez was denied parole by the state parole board after his brother Erik was denied parole on Thursday. A heat wave that’s been baking southern California has been extended through Sunday. We get an update on the federal government freezing funding for UCLA, plus more!

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The L.A. City Council is exploring alternatives as it considers defunding the L.A. Homeless Services Authority. The Trump administration has pulled California's federal sex education funding. We tell you about some of the best cheap fast eats you can get in North Hollywood. Plus, more.

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SoCal Edison is warning of potential power shutoffs, in the middle of this week's heatwave. One of the Menendez Brothers has been denied parole, and the other faces the board today. Researchers are leaving academia after the Trump administration froze UCLA grants. Plus, more.

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The state legislature approved Governor Newsom's redistricting plan today. California politicians accuse President Trump of using Border Patrol agents to intimidate them. A red flag warning is here: Officials warn of potential "extreme fire conditions." Plus, more.

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This week's heatwave begins to peak. The Menendez Brothers have a date with the parole board. California lawmakers are set to approve a special election to re-write the Congressional maps. Plus, more.

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Community members call for the release of a high school senior detained by immigration agents. Former LAFD Chief Kristen Crowley is accusing city leadership of defamation after being fired by Mayor Karen Bass. We have tips to keep your pets cool during this week's heatwave. Plus, more.

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