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The LA Report

LAist Studios 100 Episodes Sep 19, 2026

The L.A. Report is a daily news podcast from LAist Studios that covers the top stories in Southern California. Hosted by Austin Cross in the morning and Julia Paskin in the afternoon, it features reporting from LAist 89.3 FM, Los Angeles' NPR station. The program provides a smart way to start and end the day with local news coverage.

Episodes

Orange County gets huge sand infusion, Bob Baker Day celebrates marionettes, Heal the Bay's annual coastal cleanup — Evening Edition
Orange County gets huge sand infusion, Bob Baker Day celebrates marionettes, Heal the Bay's annual coastal cleanup — Evening Edition Sep 19, 2026 274 Orange County declared a local state of emergency for coastal erosion and received a whole bunch of sand to help. Bob Baker Marionette Theater holds its annual Bob Baker Day this weekend. Volunteers get ready for annual coastal cleanup event. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Gov Newsom orders stronger AI protections, 1992 Batmobile going up for auction, Eating at OC business parks  — Afternoon Edition
Gov Newsom orders stronger AI protections, 1992 Batmobile going up for auction, Eating at OC business parks — Afternoon Edition Sep 18, 2026 295 Governor Gavin Newsom is ordering stronger AI protections in the state. An iconic Batmobile is going up for auction. And some of the best food in Orange County is popping up in places right underneath your nose. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Chatsworth tragedy vigil, Metro crash suspect arraignment, Dodgers clinch division— Morning Edition
Chatsworth tragedy vigil, Metro crash suspect arraignment, Dodgers clinch division— Morning Edition Sep 18, 2026 313 Hundreds come to Chatsworth to mourn the five victims of Tuesday's deadly accidents. The woman behind the wheel of the SUV that slammed into a Metro bus is set to answer to murder charges. Orange County declares a state of emergency over coastal erosion. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: http
LA DA speaks out against DUIs, UCs hear feedback on AI, LA Kings chose next captain — Evening Edition
LA DA speaks out against DUIs, UCs hear feedback on AI, LA Kings chose next captain — Evening Edition Sep 18, 2026 283 L.A.'s district attorney speaks out against impaired drivers after a deadly crash in Chatsworth. U-C regents get feedback about the university system's approach to AI. The L.A. Kings have chosen a new captain. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Metro  says no new LA28 buses without federal funds, LA City Council blocks Lineage from rebuilding warehouse, Push for film and TV tax incentives— Afternoon Edition
Metro says no new LA28 buses without federal funds, LA City Council blocks Lineage from rebuilding warehouse, Push for film and TV tax incentives— Afternoon Edition Sep 17, 2026 300 Metro leaders are worried federal funding won't come in ahead of the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics. L.A city council is blocking Lineage from rebuilding after its Boyle Heights warehouse fire. Plus more on the latest efforts to keep film and TV production in the US. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Chatworth metro crash suspect in court, Key clue in chopper crash, Pasadena's Nazi art theft suit— Morning Edition
Chatworth metro crash suspect in court, Key clue in chopper crash, Pasadena's Nazi art theft suit— Morning Edition Sep 17, 2026 294 The woman accused of sparking a tragic day in Chatsworth heads to court as witnesses speak out. The key clue in the Chatsworth chopper crash may be among the most heart-breaking. The feds accuse three of defrauding LA homelessness services but say it's really the system that's broken. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist
Chatsworth crash investigation, Changes to who does the LA homeless count, the new 'Leno's Law' — Evening Edition
Chatsworth crash investigation, Changes to who does the LA homeless count, the new 'Leno's Law' — Evening Edition Sep 17, 2026 295 The feds take over investigation of the fatal helicopter crash in Chatsworth. Why LA's lead homelessness agency won't be doing the region's homeless count anymore. Details on a new law named after car enthusiast Jay Leno. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
SUV driver arrested for fatal Metro bus crash, LAUSD weighs school closures,  Absences in mayors race— Afternoon Edition
SUV driver arrested for fatal Metro bus crash, LAUSD weighs school closures, Absences in mayors race— Afternoon Edition Sep 16, 2026 300 The driver of the SUV that slammed into the Metro bus has been arrested on suspicion of murder. L.A. Unified leaders are looking into potentially closing some schools. How the L.A. mayor's race is exposing absences from both candidates on important meetings Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Back-to-back Chatsworth tragedies, Demands for LA traffic emergency, Palisades rec center groundbreaking— Morning Edition
Back-to-back Chatsworth tragedies, Demands for LA traffic emergency, Palisades rec center groundbreaking— Morning Edition Sep 16, 2026 281 Chatsworth is hit with a pair of deadly tragedies: a fiery news chopper crash and a gruesome Metro bus accident. Plus, advocates demand a state of emergency over traffic deaths. And, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Recapping Congress hearing on homelessness spending,  Smoke damage bills signed, A snag in bus plans for 2028 Olympics — Evening Edition
Recapping Congress hearing on homelessness spending, Smoke damage bills signed, A snag in bus plans for 2028 Olympics — Evening Edition Sep 16, 2026 276 LA takes center stage at a congressional hearing about fraud in homelessness funding. Gov. Newsom signs bills requiring insurance to cover smoke damage. Concerns about bus funding for the 2028 Olympics. Plus, more on Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
No death penalty in Nick Reiner case, Research projects federal film and TV tax credit to boost US economy,  El Niño and other forces could lead to more coastal erosion —Afternoon Edition
No death penalty in Nick Reiner case, Research projects federal film and TV tax credit to boost US economy, El Niño and other forces could lead to more coastal erosion —Afternoon Edition Sep 15, 2026 300 Prosecutors will not seek the death penalty in the case against Nick Reiner who is accused of murdering his parents Rob and Michele Reiner. New research shows a federal film and TV tax credit could boost the US economy. Scientists are sounding the alarm about this winter's El Niño. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https
History made at Emmys, Evacuations lifted in La Habra Heights, Dodgers clinch playoffs— Morning Edition
History made at Emmys, Evacuations lifted in La Habra Heights, Dodgers clinch playoffs— Morning Edition Sep 15, 2026 295 It was a record-setting night at the Emmys. Homes in La Habra Heights are destroyed by a fast-moving brush fire. More houses are red tagged in Dana Point, and people trying to save their homes are frustrated with red tape. Plus, more on Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

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