Why public health officials are worried about the spread of flea-borne disease typhus and how the weather plays a critical part. We'll talk about the chaotic presale of Olympic tickets for locals. And free concerts are coming to downtown LA during your lunch break.

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Congressional Democrats are in LA to put a spotlight on mid-term election security. Mayor candidate Spencer Pratt lashes out over claims he's not an LA resident. LA Unified teachers are prepping for a strike, and even sympathetic parents want compromise. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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Find out why sewers are creating a sticky situation for some Altadenans. Some homes in Vernon are still testing with unsafe levels of lead 10 years after a lead battery plant closed. A big local investment has been unveiled to help students study mental health. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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Altadena residents are facing a foul challenge as they rebuild: upgrading their sewer systems. How West Hollywood is trying to keep cyclists' personal property safe. The Bruins make history with their first NCAA title for women's basketball.

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There are cracks in LA Mayor Bass's signature homelessness program with a number of people slipping back to the streets. A jury acquits a man accused of assaulting federal immigration agents, even though the feds had him on video. Major new endorsements could shake up the LA Mayor and California Governor races. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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The Writers Guild of America has reached a tentative contract agreement with major studios and streamers. The UCLA women’s basketball team is in the NCAA national championship for the first time in its history, they’ll face off against South Carolina today. Chinatown is a laundromat desert, and a  mobile laundry service is trying to change that. Plus, more.

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The Springs fire is 45% contained near Moreno Valley and the Crown fire is 74% contained near Acton, after they broke out yesterday, fueled by Santa Ana winds. LA28 Olympic ticket buyers balked at a 24% service fee. Indie rock star Mitski finishes up her Hollywood High School residency tonight. Plus, more.

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President Trump's budget request doesn't match with local plans for Olympics bus fleet. Find out where the Adelanto ICE facility ranks in terms of placing people in solitary confinement. We have updates on two fires burning in Southern California. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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The Rose Bowl is getting over a million dollars for Olympic upgrades to help prevent a stinky problem. The Dodgers get to sport their iconic blue colors outside the stadium. Where you can bring your kids and dogs to get a good beer in Orange County.

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The newest poll in the LA Mayor race shows a lot of people still haven't made up their minds. Childcare providers have new state rules designed to protect families from federal immigration enforcement. The feds call out California after announcing big busts over hospice fraud. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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