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October 11 Damage on Long Beach Peninsula, Dodgers playoffs, Taste of Soul festival — Sunday Edition
We talk with Long Beach Post reporter Kate Raphael on the state of Long Beach Peninsula after the latest storm. The Dodgers are back on the field against the Milwaukee Brewers for the first game of the NLCS. Billed by organizers as Southern California's "largest street festival," Taste of Soulreturns to Crenshaw Boulevard Oct. 17. Plus, more.

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12 min
October 10 Coastal flood warnings, Long Beach & Newport slammed, Children of Bunker Hill — Saturday Edition
The National Weather Service has issued costal flood warnings across Malibu and L.A. County until tomorrow. The City of Long Beach has issued mandatory evacuations for some residents on the Peninsula. For Explore LA, a family whose Bunker Hill house was destroyed in the 60's sees paintings of their home from artist from Leo Politi for the first time. Plus, more.

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9 min
October 10 Metrolink plans service cuts, High surf along coast, LA Sparks' Heidi Burge Horton dies — Evening Edition
Metrolink is set to make major train service cuts soon. Waves caused by Tropical Storm Rachel batter parts of the SoCal coast. We remember former L.A. Sparks center Heidi Burge Horton. Plus, more on Evening Edition.

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5 min
October 09 Darth Vader lightsaber up for sale, CicLAvia Heart of LA, n/naka turns 15— Afternoon Edition
Darth Vader's iconic lightsaber is going up for sale. CicLAvia is back this weekend, taking over the streets from Echo Park to Boyle Heights. And an acclaimed Japanese restaurant on the westside is celebrating 15 years serving its own version of kaiseki cuisine.

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5 min
October 09 Monster waves hit Long Beach, ICE raids on the rise in CA, Taylor Swift's private LA concert— Morning Edition
Long Beach is getting hammered by massive waves fueled by Tropical Storm Rachel. Crews get the upper hand on a fire that forced the 5 to shut down. Community groups say ICE raids in California are on the rise. Plus, more on Morning Edition.

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5 min
October 09 'Operation Save Skid Row' drug bust, Long Beach limits public comment, El Niño and Annenberg Wildlife Crossing — Evening Edition
What we know about a multi-agency drug bust across SoCal today. Long Beach limits public comment at city council meetings. How El Niño could slow the opening of Annenberg Wildlife Crossing. Plus, more on Evening Edition.

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5 min
October 08 OC Teamsters announce strike date, Cooler weather and rain incoming, David Ellison talks future of Skydance— Afternoon Edition
Hundreds of workers in Orange County are planning to strike next week. This weekend Southern California is finally going to see some relief from the heat. And we'll hear what David Ellison is planning for the future of entertainment giant Skydance.

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5 min
October 08 Waves batter Long Beach ahead of Hurricane Rachel, Investigation into CA FAIR Plan, Dodgers win NLDS— Morning Edition
Long Beach is already getting battered by waves and Hurricane Rachel is getting closer and closer. LA County launches an investigation into a third insurer over claims from LA fire survivors. LA City Council says Laughing Gas is no joke, so it's taking action. Plus, more on Morning Edition.

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5 min
October 08 A transit marathon across SoCal, San Clemente Trail reopens Friday, Enticing young readers in OC — Evening Edition
The message behind an 18-hour transit marathon that's under way across LA County. The San Clemente Trail is set to fully reopen on Friday. Details on a tasty incentive for young readers in Orange County. Plus, more on Evening Edition.

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5 min
October 07 Charter Amendment LA explainer, Cannabis shop owners behind on taxes get amnesty, Sheryl Crow headlines WeHo free concert— Afternoon Edition
We'll break down Charter Amendment L.A. which lets voters decide who runs the city's public works department. The L.A city council is giving cannabis shops who are behind on their taxes a chance to stay open. And Sheryl Crow is headlining a one day free concert in West Hollywood next month.

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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.