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March 11 More corruption tied to former OC Supe Andrew Do, Tenant aid contract fight, LA County fire response survey— Afternoon Edition
We're learning more about how far former Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do's corruption extends following a recent audit. Why the L.A. city attorney is against a new contract for a legal aid group that helps renters. L.A. County is asking for your feedback on its response to the 2025 fires.

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March 11 Downtown LA police surge, Controversial LA City Council housing contract, Carvalho denies wrongdoing— Morning Edition
A police surge is coming to Downtown LA. LA City Council signs the check on a $107 million contract, despite the City Attorney's wishes. The embattled LA Unified superintendent claims his innocence in the face of FBI raids. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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March 11 CA lawmakers revisit Medi-Cal cuts, New LAX Uber fee approved, 'Unprecedented' heatwave expected — Evening Edition
California lawmakers want to reverse cuts to Medi-Cal for undocumented people. It'll soon get even more expensive to call an Uber from LAX. The National Weather Service says this week's heatwave could be "unprecedented." Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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March 10 Californians using more paid family leave, Pi day in Griffith Park, USPS Lowrider stamp— Afternoon Edition
Why more Californians filed for paid family leave than ever before. How you can eat pie to your hearts content this weekend in honor of Pi day. And the U.S. Postal Service is debuting a new stamp that celebrates lowriders.

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March 10 Unhoused deaths decline, LAX Uber fees could increase, Deaf and mute man deportation controversy— Morning Edition
Homeless deaths have dropped for the first time in LA County. It may get more expensive to take an Uber from LAX. The family of a deaf and mute man accuses the feds of lying about his deportation. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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March 10 Man released from ICE custody dies, World Cup heat safety plans, Skateboarding museum exhibit — Evening Edition
A man recently released from ICE custody in Adelanto has died. How L.A. plans to keep fans safe from the heat during the World Cup. This weekend you can "drop in" to a new exhibit on L.A.'s skateboard culture. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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March 09 State Farm and CA reach a deal, Maggot composting, Fanatics Flag Football Classic comes to LA— Afternoon Edition
The new deal between State Farm and California that keeps a controversial rate hike from the LA fires in place. It's Climate Monday, reporter Jacob Margolis explains why maggots might be the answer to your backyard composting woes. And Tom Brady's flag-football classic comes to L.A.

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March 09 Raman kicks off campaign for LA Mayor, Shooter targets Rihanna's home, Effects of ICE raids on young children— Morning Edition
LA City Councilwoman Nithya Raman kicks off her campaign for mayor. A shooter targets Rihanna's Beverly Hills home. The effects of ICE raids on young children. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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March 08 Noma abuse allegations, Gas prices on the rise, “Brady Bunch” house owner tells all — Sunday Edition
Allegations of past abuse against the head chef of Noma, a world-renowned fine-dining restaurant, re-surface days before its LA residency begins. Gas prices in California are skyrocketing because of the war in Iran. The owner of the iconic “Brady Bunch” house on her campaign to make it an official L.A. historic-cultural monument. Plus, more.

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March 07 Santa Anas are back, Andrew Do funds recovered, LA Marathon chili dogs — Saturday Edition
Santa Ana winds could reach up to 70 miles per hour this weekend and will bring warm temperatures to SoCal. The U.S. Justice Department is set to make the final call on where $3.7 million in recently recovered funds from the Andrew Do corruption scheme will go. The story behind why chili cheese dogs are being served up for L.A. Marathon runners.

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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.