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May 25 All-night Garden Grove mission, OC District Atty launches investigation into GKN, OC shelters at capacity— Morning Edition
Firefighters conduct an all-night mission in Garden Grove that could determine if the risk of a toxic chemical explosion is over. Plus, Orange County's District Attorney quickly launches an investigation in the company at the center of the crisis. And shelters are running out of space for residents forced to flee their homes. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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May 24 Possible crack in Garden Grove chemical tank, A pipeline for women builders, La Brea Tar Pits revamp — Sunday Edition
Orange County officials said today they found a crack in the Garden Grove chemical tank that may be relieving pressure. A Long Beach construction program is helping women of color gain a foothold in the trade. We visit the La Brea Tar Pits before the site closes for a major 2-year revamp. Plus, more.

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May 23 Garden Grove gas tank update, Angel's Flight superfan — Saturday Edition
Orange County Fire Authority officials say crews are working around the clock as a gas tank at an aerospace facility in Garden Grove threatens to explode. Los Angeles City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto is being accused of protecting her donors from legal charges. A profile of the Saturday operator of Angel Flights -- also the funicular's biggest fan. Plus more.

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May 23 Toxic gas emergency in Garden Grove, LA's unsheltered homelessness rates, "Desert to sea" bus launches — Evening Edition
A toxic hazmat emergency in Garden Grove prompts an evacuation order affecting 40,000 people. A study says L.A.'s homelessness rates are down, but not in every demographic. From the desert to the sea: A bus will soon take you from the Antelope Valley to the beach. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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*UPDATE: This episode of The L.A. Report was updated with further information from Orange County Fire.
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May 22 LA twist on British food, Great American Baking Show shouts out LA bakeries, Artist Yoko Ono new exhibit at The Broad— Afternoon Edition
It's Food Friday and we'll tell you about a few L.A. restaurants putting their own twist on British food. A host from the Great American Baking Show shares their favorite L.A. bakeries. Plus, artist Yoko Ono brings her first Southern California solo exhibit to The Broad this weekend.

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May 22 LA City Council approves budget, LA Unified eliminates positions, Metro sues Burbank— Morning Edition
LA City Council approves a budget that will add hundreds of police officers. Meanwhile, LA Unified eliminates hundreds of positions. LA Metro sues Burbank over a NoHo to Pasadena bus route. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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May 22 Major LA mobility improvements on hold, Santa Ana balances $13 million deficit, Newsom's AI protections — Evening Edition
We have the latest on a long-delayed, $100 million transportation project in L.A. Learn the programs Santa Ana slashed to balance its $13 million budget deficit. Governor Newsom moves to protect workers in the age of AI - what does his executive order do? Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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May 21 How 'The Rehearsal' fights pay to play in music industry, Eaton fire survivor turns former home into art space— Afternoon Edition
We'll tell you about a weekly showcase in South L.A. that's giving new talent a space to perform for free. Plus, an Eaton fire survivor is turning her former home into an immersive art space this weekend.

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May 21 Progress in SoCal wildfires, Policing & the LA Mayor's race, CalFresh benefits at risk— Morning Edition
Firefighters are starting to get the upper hand on a trio of SoCal wildfires. Candidates in the LA Mayor race reveal big differences when it comes to police. Hundreds of thousands of Californians are at risk of losing CalFresh benefits. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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May 21 Adelanto hunger strike, Checking air quality in your area, How San Diego shooters met — Evening Edition
At least 20 detainees at Adelanto have started a hunger strike. The FBI shares how the two shooters at the Islamic Center of San Diego met. On this smoky day, we have tips on checking the air in your neighborhood. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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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.