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March 19 LA renames César Chávez Day, Channel Islands bald eagles make a comeback, State of ballet in LA— Afternoon Edition
L.A. officially renames César Chávez Day following abuse allegations against the Latino labor icon. After disappearing from SoCal the bald eagle population in the Channel Islands is now growing strong. And we'll check in on the state of ballet following actor Timothee Chalamet's controversial comments.

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March 19 LA City & County actions over Chavez claims, LA Unified strike date announced, Extreme Heat day 3— Morning Edition
Local and state leaders are already promising action in the wake of damning allegations about Cesar Chavez. LA Unified teachers and service workers set a strike date. SoCal enters day three of a dangerous heatwave. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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March 19 Response to Cesar Chavez allegations, Hollywood sound stages update, LA's new World Cup ambassador — Evening Edition
Local leaders are reacting as Dolores Huerta alleges she was raped by Cesar Chavez. LA is trying to bring more film and TV production back - an update on LA's Sound stages. A very funny guy will be an ambassador to the World Cup in LA, find out who. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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March 18 LA leaders react to César Chávez abuse allegations, LAPD crime map data withheld, World Cup security funding — Afternoon Edition
L.A. leaders respond to the sexual abuse allegations against civil rights leader César Chávez. Why the LAPD is still holding back on releasing crime data. And an update to funding for World Cup security.

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March 18 Heat wave shatters records, Major LA Unified union rally, McCartney at the Fonda— Morning Edition
This week's heat wave is becoming increasingly dangerous and is shattering records across the Southland. LA Unified's largest teacher and staff unions are planning a major rally downtown this afternoon, and they could name a strike date. There's a lot of red at the top of the latest poll in the California governor race. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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March 18 SoCal heat to let off tonight, UFW responds to Cesar Chavez allegations, LA County allots millions for parks — Evening Edition
Southern California gets a small break from the heat overnight. The United Farm Workers union is pulling out of Cesar Chavez Day following allegations against the holiday's namesake. Communities across L.A. County get money for parks and green spaces. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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March 17 Caravan to Adelanto ICE Detention Center, Cooling centers in LA, Flag football at BMO stadium this weekend— Afternoon Edition
How Angelenos used music to protest outside of the Adelanto ICE Detention Center. Where you can go to escape the heat in L.A. And flag football is coming to BMO Stadium this weekend.

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March 17 Extreme Heat Warnings today, Feds fight to deport father of 3 Marines, Big Newport theater faces demolition— Morning Edition
This week's heat wave is escalating with temperatures that have the potential to kill. The feds won't give up the fight to deport a father of three marines, despite a judge's ruling. A former CHP officer accused of murder in a deadly highway crash is set to enter a plea. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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March 17 Extreme heat warning tomorrow, UCLA Jewish faculty condemn Trump lawsuit, LA28 soccer schedule — Evening Edition
This week's heat wave could reach triple digits. Jewish faculty at UCLA condemn the Trump Administration's lawsuit alleging antisemitism. And the extended schedule for the Olympics' soccer tournament is now out. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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March 16 Tribute to Big Bear Bald eagles nest cam founder, Heat plans for the World Cup, Autumn Durald Arkapaw makes Oscar history— Afternoon Edition
California pays tribute to the wildlife activist who launched Big Bear's famous eagle nest live cam. We'll look at how LA plans to protect fans from the heat during the World Cup this summer. And a historic win at the Oscar's last night.

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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.