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October 14, 2025 Kaiser nurses to strike tomorrow, FAA staffing shortages explained, Huntington fights illegal plant trade — Evening Edition
Thousands of Kaiser nurses plan to go on strike tomorrow. If you have a flight coming up soon, what happens if there's an air traffic controller shortage? The Huntington has joined a coalition to combat illegal plant trade. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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October 13, 2025 A former LAUSD superintendent announces run for L.A. mayor, Check-in on Palisades fire aftermath, Comedian Marc Maron ends podcast— Afternoon Edition
A one-time political ally of L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is now her most high-profile opponent in next year's election. We'll break down a new Palisades Fire after-action report. Comedian Marc Maron says goodbye to his podcast. Plus, more, from the Afternoon Edition.

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October 13, 2025 Rain today brings Flood Watch, Getty Villa added to Palisades Fire lawsuit, Future Andrew Do investigations— Morning Edition
A flood watch goes into effect later today. The Getty Villa has been added to the biggest lawsuit over the Palisades Fire. Orange County wants to know if disgraced former Supervisor Andrew Do has done anything else that's illegal. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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October 12, 2025 Billy Idol on punk, his world tour, and why he isn't... 'dead' — Special Edition
Billy Idol has been making music for more than five decades, starting with the British punk band Generation X. The legendary rock has released a new album, and is on tour. He sits down with LAist Josie Huang for this special edition of L.A. Report.

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13 min
October 12, 2025 2026 LA mayoral race, Helicopter crash in HB, Why OC food is better — Sunday Edition
The L.A. mayoral race has its first high-profile candidate: Austin Beutner. A helicopter lost control on Saturday and crashed into a set of palm trees in Huntington Beach, injuring several people. LAist's Orange County reporter on why she thinks food from that county is better.

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7 min
October 11, 2025 Embattled LA County juvenile halls, West Nile virus case in Pasadena, Oyster scraps for the coast — Saturday Edition
A judge has temporarily denied Attorney General Rob Bonta’s request to put L.A. County’s juvenile jails into a state receivership. Los Angeles County CEO Fesia Davenport abruptly announced she’d be going on leave until next year. Using oyster scraps to protect the Orange County coastline. Plus, more.

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10 min
October 11, 2025 Newsom signs SB79 into law, Long Beach fix-it clinics this weekend, New state laws aim to protect pets — Evening Edition
A new law signed today allows more apartment buildings near transit hubs. Long Beach fix-it clinics will give your old stuff new life. We have details on bills Newsom signed meant to protect pets. Plus, more from Evening Edition.

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5 min
October 10, 2025 New CA state symbols: snake and shrub, Weekend events roundup, Why OC food scene is better than LA — Afternoon Edition
California has announced two new state symbols, a snake and a shrub. We'll bring you a roundup of weekend events in SoCal. For Food Friday, we'll tell you why the Orange County food scene trumps L.A.

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October 10, 2025 Eaton survivors' Edison demands, Calls for Palisades survivors tax break, LAUSD test scores— Morning Edition
A group of Eaton Fire survivors say a proposed compensation plan from SoCal Edison lowballs survivors. LA Mayor Karen Bass wants to give Palisades fire survivors a tax break. The report card is in for LA Unified students. Plus, more from Morning Edition.

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October 10, 2025 LA Times staffers authorize strike, Palisades Fire suspect update, CA school lunches will be less processed — Evening Edition
LA Times staff may soon walk off the job. We give you the latest on the case against the man accused of starting the Palisades fire. Some foods will soon be banned from being served at California schools. 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.