The LA Report

By LAist Studios

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

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March 18, 2026 Heat wave shatters records, Major LA Unified union rally, McCartney at the Fonda— Morning Edition
This week's heat wave is becoming increasingly dangerous and is shattering records across the Southland. LA Unified's largest teacher and staff unions are planning a major rally downtown this afternoon, and they could name a strike date. There's a lot of red at the top of the latest poll in the California governor race. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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March 18, 2026 SoCal heat to let off tonight, UFW responds to Cesar Chavez allegations, LA County allots millions for parks — Evening Edition
Southern California gets a small break from the heat overnight. The United Farm Workers union is pulling out of Cesar Chavez Day following allegations against the holiday's namesake. Communities across L.A. County get money for parks and green spaces. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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March 17, 2026 Caravan to Adelanto ICE Detention Center, Cooling centers in LA, Flag football at BMO stadium this weekend— Afternoon Edition
How Angelenos used music to protest outside of the Adelanto ICE Detention Center. Where you can go to escape the heat in L.A. And flag football is coming to BMO Stadium this weekend.

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March 17, 2026 Extreme Heat Warnings today, Feds fight to deport father of 3 Marines, Big Newport theater faces demolition— Morning Edition
This week's heat wave is escalating with temperatures that have the potential to kill. The feds won't give up the fight to deport a father of three marines, despite a judge's ruling. A former CHP officer accused of murder in a deadly highway crash is set to enter a plea. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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March 17, 2026 Extreme heat warning tomorrow, UCLA Jewish faculty condemn Trump lawsuit, LA28 soccer schedule — Evening Edition
This week's heat wave could reach triple digits. Jewish faculty at UCLA condemn the Trump Administration's lawsuit alleging antisemitism. And the extended schedule for the Olympics' soccer tournament is now out. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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March 16, 2026 Tribute to Big Bear Bald eagles nest cam founder, Heat plans for the World Cup, Autumn Durald Arkapaw makes Oscar history— Afternoon Edition
California pays tribute to the wildlife activist who launched Big Bear's famous eagle nest live cam. We'll look at how LA plans to protect fans from the heat during the World Cup this summer. And a historic win at the Oscar's last night.

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March 16, 2026 Weeklong heatwave hits SoCal, Newsom vows lawsuit over CA offshore drilling, Oscar winners— Morning Edition
Another winter heatwave arrives in SoCal and LA is taking action to keep people cool. Governor Newsom is promising to sue President Trump for opening up California's coast to new offshore drilling. "One Battle After Another" was the big winner at the Oscars. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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March 15, 2026 Trump orders coastal drilling, LAUSD labor rally, South Pasadena residents rally against “Flock” cameras — Sunday Edition
California officials say they’ll sue after President Trump signed an executive order to restart drilling at a Santa Barbara oil pipeline that’s been shut down since a 2015 spill. Los Angeles Unified labor groups will rally in downtown L.A. Wednesday to push the school district for new contracts as negotiations continue to stall. South Pasadena residents fight “flock” surveillance cameras installed around the city. Plus, more.

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March 14, 2026 Adelanto protests, SoCal skateboard exhibit, Another heat wave coming to L.A. — Saturday Edition
Immigrants rights groups and their supporters will gather outside the ICE processing center in Adelanto today to protest the conditions of detainees. A new exhibit opening today at the Craft in America Center highlights skateboard culture in Los Angeles. We preview next week’s heat wave in Southern California. Plus, more.

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March 14, 2026 Large companies' role in LA's housing crisis, CA domestic workers underpaid, LA controller warns of big deficit — Evening Edition
L.A. city council looks at how large property companies may make it harder to own a home. A new study shows how dramatically domestic workers are underpaid in California. And the L-A Controller is warns the city is hundreds of million dollars over budget. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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