The LA Report

Dodgers bested the Toronto Blue Jays to become World Series champs, again. The site of a famous Japanese rice cracker brand by Little Tokyo has been transformed into supportive housing. A night time walk along the L.A. River teaches folks why bats are our friends. Plus, more.

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Local food banks have stepped up ahead of SNAP food benefits losing federal funding this weekend. A Dodgers double play in the ninth inning of Game 6 has forced a World Series 7th and final game between the Dodgers and Blue Jays. The history of the oldest town in the San Fernando Valley, the city of San Fernando. Plus, more.

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A report reveals major transparency violations in CalOptima’s allocation of public funds. Warnings about an election scam may be coming to your text message inbox. Why you may need less layers for your Halloween costume these days. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

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The city of Pasadena is selling more than a dozen homes that were set to be demolished as part of a failed plan to extend the 710 Freeway. It's win or go home tonight in Game 6 of the World Series against the Toronto Blue Jays. LAist's food and culture writer Gab Chabran tried Erewhon's new Smashing Pumpkins-themed "OG Goth" smoothie, aptly priced at $19.79...was it worth it?

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Immigration agents have been involved in yet another shooting this week. L.A. Unified schools are stepping in to help feed students ahead of delays in federal food assistance. Robert Englund, best known as Freddy Krueger, gets his flowers. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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Eaton Fire survivors weigh in on whether SoCal Edison's compensation plan goes far enough. L.A. firefighters go to Jamaica to help after Hurricane Melissa. We share a few insider tips on where to trick or treat this year. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

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Eaton Fire survivors say SoCal Edison's compensation plan doesn't go far enough. A new exhibit at the Orange County Museum of Art curated by teenagers looks to capture the complexity of adolescence. The sale of the controlling stake of the Los Angeles Lakers is final.

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The feds crack down on people who interfered during immigration raids. L.A. city's controller says L.A. police need to change how they respond to mental health crisis calls. The Dodgers have one last shot to make a comeback in the World Series. Plus, more from Morning Edition. 

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As millions in the state are set to lose their SNAP benefits, we'll tell you about one food aid program that isn't going away. The city of Anaheim has decided against putting a tax on theme parks and visitor parking on the ballot. We explain how California election officials verify ballot signatures. Plus, more from Evening Edition. 

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SoCal Edison has released the final version of its voluntary compensation program for survivors of the Eaton Fire. The City of Anaheim has brought in an outside law firm to do an independent review of waste and fraud claims. Newport Beach approves plans for a surf park

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