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June 05 High school graduates vote for the first time, Stevie Nicks donates to USC, Cheap Fast Eats in Little Saigon— Afternoon Edition
We'll hear from high school seniors who voted for the first time in the June primary election. Singer songwriter Stevie Nicks is making a generous donation to USC. And our food and culture writer Gab Chabrán shares where you can eat in Little Saigon for under $15 bucks.

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June 05 Raman gaining ground on Pratt, Calls for patience with CA vote count, MacArthur Park police raid— Morning Edition
Nithya Raman is gaining on Spencer Pratt for the second spot in the Mayor's race. California's Secretary of State is preaching patience as votes counts continue. The feds and LAPD team up to sweep MacArthur Park. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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June 05 Carcinogens from January 2025, Laundry robots in LA, World Cup scams— Evening Edition
A heavy metal and known carcinogen may have traveled miles downwind from the Eaton and Palisades burn zones during debris clean up. The food delivery robots Serve Robotics expands services in LA to laundry. Officials warn of World Cup scams. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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June 04 Republicans take the lead for CD 40, Lamorne Morris in 'Spider Noir', Marilyn Monroe auction— Afternoon Edition
Two Republicans are facing off in a new congressional district here in SoCal. We'll talk about Lamorne Morris's role in the new Prime series Spider Noir and it's connection to L.A. Plus how you can bid on a trove of treasures that belong to the late Marilyn Monroe

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June 04 Trump launches CA election investigation, SoFi workers strike vote GKN evacuee aid— Morning Edition
President Trump launches an investigation into California's elections, accusing Democrats of trying to steal the biggest races in the state. Food and beverage workers at SoFi stadium vote on a potential strike that could disrupt the World Cup. The company that sparked Garden Grove's hazmat crisis is opening its wallet to try and make it up to the community. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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June 04 Latest on L.A. election results, USC facility vote to unionize, West Nile virus detected in OC mosquitos — Evening Edition
We give you an update on election results we're following in LA. Non-tenure-track faculty at USC have voted to unionize after more than a year of opposition and legal challenges from the university. Officials in Orange County have detected West Nile virus in mosquitos. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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June 03 Campaign spending for June primary, Cleanup continues in Garden Grove, LA Rams welcome Myles Garrett— Afternoon Edition
We'll take a closer look at campaign spending in the June primary. As cleanup continues at the GKN Aerospace facility in Garden Grove health officials say there might be an odor in the air. And the L.A. Rams officially welcome in Myles Garret.

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June 03 Bass advances in LA Mayor race, CA Gov election results, Incumbent LA City Attorney trails— Morning Edition
Karen Bass advances to the general election in the LA Mayor's race, and as of now, she could be facing Spencer Pratt. Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra are on pace to advance in the Governor's race. Plus, the LA City incumbent who is currently on the ropes.

Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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June 03 Kalshi betting on Becerra, High LA voter turn out, Monterey Park ballot measure to ban data centers— Evening Edition
Prediction marketplace Kalshi gives Becerra high odds of winning and the company is also bet on his campaign. LA County Registrar Dean Logan says that voter turn out for LA is projected to be high. Monterey Park is proposing a ballot measure to permanently ban data centers within city limits Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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June 02 Election Day FAQ, Getty Center FIFA watch parties, NHM bat survey— Afternoon Edition
It's Election Day and we'll be answering your last minute questions about voting. The Getty Center is joining the list of watch parties for the FIFA World Cup. And how you can help the Natural History Museum count bats.

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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.