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August 26 South Gate superfund cleanup, Ex-councilmembers sentenced, Pershing Square renaming — Evening Edition
A contaminated industrial site in southeast L.A. is getting cleaned up. Two local councilmembers are sentenced to prison for bribery charges. Pershing Square may be renamed after Biddy Mason, a Black L.A. trailblazer. Plus, more on the Evening Edition.

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August 25 The science behind SoCal's hottest heatwave, Hawk fire updates, Navigating after school care in LAUSD— Afternoon Edition
Why this week's heatwave is likely the hottest so far this summer. An update on the Hawk fire in Reno Nevada. And the demand for after school care for kids is rising.

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August 25 Extreme Heat Warnings go in effect, Newsom promises suit over Supreme Court mail-in ballot ruling, CA Supreme Court takes up Bianco's seized ballots — Morning Edition
The hottest week of the summer is here with triple digit temperatures expected all across SoCal. Governor Newsom is promising a court fight over the latest Supreme Court ruling that could ultimately limit mail-in voting. California's highest court takes up the case of Chad Bianco's seized ballots. Plus, more on Morning Edition.

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August 25 Reactions to fire landscaping rules, Paramount talks stall, How to mark Annenberg Wildlife Crossing's opening — Evening Edition
We have reactions to the state’s strict rules for fire-safe landscaping. Talks between California and Paramount have been called off - we have background on the merger and legal case. How you can help mark the opening of the Annenberg Wildlife Crossing. Plus, more on the Evening Edition.

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August 24 SoCal Residents react to new Zone Zero rules, Mayor Karen Bass' attendance record at homelessness agency meetings, Fat Marmot Week — Afternoon Edition
In today's report, Southern Californians react to new Zone Zero rules outlining what can be within five feet of a home's exterior. Mayor Karen Bass heads the board of LA's homeless services agency, but records show she's missed half of their meetings. Plus, it's Fat Marmot Week! What does that mean exactly? We fill you in.

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August 24 Paramount talks off, What legal steps residents can take after the Boyle Heights fire and New heat wave comes to SoCal — Morning Edition
California cancels merger talks with Paramount. A legal expert on what residents need to know after the Boyle Heights fire. And SoCal is in for another heatwave this week. Plus, more on Morning Edition.

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August 23 Paramount & AG could start talks, Extreme heat this week, Dudamel’s farewell — Sunday Edition
Paramount and California’s Attorney General are expected to meet tomorrow for talks on settling a lawsuit over Paramount’s merger with Warner Brothers. Extreme heat watch is in effect this week with triple digit temperatures expected inland. Gustavo Dudamel says goodbye to L.A. with “A Concert for Venezuela.” Plus, more.

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August 22 Stone Brewing layoffs, Lineage walks back cleanup numbers, A Bellflower comedy club — Saturday Edition
West coast craft brewing pioneer Stone Brewing is planning facility closures and layoffs. Lineage Logistics is walking back its cleanup percentages after mistakenly reporting it surpassed 100%. A comedy club brings A-list talent to Bellflower. Plus, more.

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August 22 Adelanto improvements, Scam jury duty calls, OC Cox customers get Dodgers network— Evening Edition
A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration's bid to pause court-ordered improvements at the Adelanto immigration detention center. L.A County Superior Court officials are warning residents to look out for jury duty scam calls. Orange County Cox customers now get access to Dodgers network. Plus, more on the Evening Edition.

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August 21 Staying safe from flea-borne typhus, the Japanese American National Museum gets a reopening date, Northern Mexican food comes to LA — Afternoon Edition
Tips for avoiding flea-borne typhus. The Japanese American National Museum will reopen after a two year renovation. And a new food pop-up, Taqueando After Dark.

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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.