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August 05 Order to improve conditions at Adelanto faces pushback, Grants for Boyle Heights businesses near Lineage warehouse, LA28 Olympic tix on sale next week— Afternoon Edition
Why the Trump administration is pushing back against a federal judge's order to improve conditions at the Adelanto detention facility. How L.A. County leaders plan to help out struggling businesses in Boyle Heights after the Lineage warehouse fire. LA 28 Olympic tickets back on sale next week.

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August 05 Trump Golf Club suspect charged, Lineage air quality hearing, Who's behind Bass campaign cash?— Morning Edition
The feds charge a Downey man who showed up at Trump National Golf Club with a loaded gun. Lineage puts a dollar figure on its Boyle Heights cleanup as air quality officials consider taking action against the company. LA voters will decide if Palisades Fire survivors can get a special tax break. Plus, more on Morning Edition.

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August 05 Edison blamed for Eaton Fire, Paramount-Warner Bros merge goes to trial, Long term relief for Boyle Heights— Evening Edition
L.A. County Fire Department has determined that Southern California Edison equipment caused the Eaton Fire last year. A federal judge has set a date for the antitrust lawsuit challenging the Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros merger. Local reps are calling for long term relief for Boyle Heights residents impacted by the Linage warehouse fire. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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August 04 Boyle Heights students return to school soon but is it safe? How to save money on energy bills, Applications open for Rose Court— Afternoon Edition
With school starting soon we'll check in on how LAUSD is preparing to welcome back Boyle Heights students after the Lineage warehouse fire. How you can save money on your energy bills during the summer heat. And applications are now open for a spot on next year's Rose Court for the annual Rose Parade.

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August 04 Trump visits SoCal, 2028 Olympics' homelessness strategy, Big Bear eagle setback— Morning Edition
The Boyle Heights warehouse crisis heads to City Hall with Councilmembers promising action, and Lineage saying it's seen none. President Trump makes a rare SoCal visit. And why LA is going to struggle to keep its promises about the unhoused community ahead of the Olympics. Plus, more on Morning Edition.

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August 04 Unaccompanied minors legal rep loss, LA domestic violence shelter fund cuts, Mayor Bass' industrial property review — Evening Edition
Thousands of children who entered the U.S. without parents or guardians are expected to be left without independent legal representation. More than three dozen women and children in L.A. are at risk of losing the shelter and services that supported their families after escaping domestic violence. Mayor Bass is calling for a review on all industrial properties in residential areas. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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August 03 Why EPA won't test for microplastics in drinking water, Rose Bowl Aquatics Center makes changes ahead of LA28 Olympics, Meet Ari the penguin at Aquarium of the Pacific in LB— Afternoon Edition
Why the EPA will not be monitoring microplastics in drinking water despite concerns from the medical community. How the LA 28 Olympics will be affecting swim programs at The Rose Bowl Aquatic Centers next year. The Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach debuted its newest fluffy resident.

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August 03 New Lineage lawsuit, LA Mayor's race money, Canter's Deli's 95th— Morning Edition
Hundreds of Eastsiders sue the company at the center of the burned-out Boyle Heights warehouse. The feds say they're improving conditions at the Adelanto ICE facility, but there's one problem. The first fundraising numbers are here in the LA Mayor's race, and one candidate has a nearly 3-to-1 advantage. Plus, more on Morning Edition.

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August 02 Dodgers acquire star pitcher, School cleaning near burned warehouse, Breakfast with strangers — Sunday Edition
The Dodgers have acquired back-to-back Cy Young-winning pitcher Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers. LAUSD says they are taking steps to make sure classrooms near the Lineage warehouse are safe for students when they return to class. A Burbank man is on a mission to help cure loneliness through inviting strangers to breakfast. Plus, more.

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August 01 Lineage warehouse rebuilding, Rebuilding state parks after Palisades Fire, Go see Betye Saar's art — Saturday Edition
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass ordered city departments to reject permit applications to rebuild Boyle Heights warehouse from Lineage Logistics. California State Parks wants public input on rebuilding Will Rogers and Topanga State Parks after the Palisades Fire. Where to see the art of late Los Angeles artist Betye Saar. Plus, more.

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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.