The LA Report

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  Chatworth metro crash suspect in court, Key clue in chopper crash, Pasadena's Nazi art theft suit— Morning Edition 17.09.2026 4min

  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.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
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  Chatsworth crash investigation, Changes to who does the LA homeless count, the new 'Leno's Law' — Evening Edition 17.09.2026 4min

  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
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  SUV driver arrested for fatal Metro bus crash, LAUSD weighs school closures, Absences in mayors race— Afternoon Edition 16.09.2026 5min

  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
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  Back-to-back Chatsworth tragedies, Demands for LA traffic emergency, Palisades rec center groundbreaking— Morning Edition 16.09.2026 4min

  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
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  Recapping Congress hearing on homelessness spending, Smoke damage bills signed, A snag in bus plans for 2028 Olympics — Evening Edition 16.09.2026 4min

  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
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  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 15.09.2026 5min

  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://laist.com
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  History made at Emmys, Evacuations lifted in La Habra Heights, Dodgers clinch playoffs— Morning Edition 15.09.2026 4min

  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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  Congress hearing on LA homelessness $, AC in Torrance schools, Rams' new superstar surgery — Evening Edition 15.09.2026 4min

  A Congressional hearing tomorrow will focus on L-A's homelessness spending. Why Torrance schools wont' get A-C anytime soon. The Rams' new superstar needs knee surgery. 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
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  Countdown to 2028 Olympics, K-town digital archive, Stagecoach 2027 lineup— Afternoon Edition 14.09.2026 4min

  How the LAist newsroom is gearing up to cover the 2028 Olympics. A new oral history project captures stories in and around Koreatown. And the lineup for Stagecoach 2027 is out, we'll bring you a preview. 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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  Paramount exodus warning, SoCal lawmakers demand A.I. safeguards, Steve Ballmer apologizes— Morning Edition 14.09.2026 4min

  LA County warns that a Paramount exodus from California would cripple the state. SoCal Congressmen demand an emergency House session to pass A.I. safeguards. The owner of the Clippers apologizes and says he'll accept his fate in the NBA salary cap scandal. 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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  E-bike buyback, SoFi Stadium contract voided, Glendale singer in Mexico contest — Sunday Edition 13.09.2026 9min

  The Orange County District Attorney’s office hosts an e-bike buyback in Anaheim today where people can exchange bikes for gift cards. A Los Angeles judge ruled this month that the 2015 contract that helped bring SoFi Stadium to Inglewood is not legally valid. A Glendale resident talks about making it to the finale of a big singing competition in Mexico akin to "The Voice". Plus, more. 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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  Homeless veterans court victory, Ocean Way canceled, A 'Tanaka' gathering in Irvine — Saturday Edition 12.09.2026 11min

  Homeless veterans in L.A. scored a victory Friday after an appeals court ruling striking that clears the way for housing construction on a VA campus. Santa Monica’s inaugural Ocean Way music festival was canceled because of beach erosion. People with the surname, Tanaka, are invited to gather at Irvine’s Tanaka Farms next weekend. Plus, more. 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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  Emergencies declared in OC, Bilingual education, Padilla reflects on 9/11 in LA — Evening Edition 12.09.2026 4min

  Orange County continues to deal with the aftermath of Tropical Storm Marie. Challenges remain for California's bilingual teachers. Senator Alex Padilla reflects on being acting L-A mayor during the September 11 attacks. 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
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  New DHS memo puts international students in limbo for jobs, Newport Beach cracks down on teen takeovers, Street vendors 101 — Afternoon Edition 11.09.2026 5min

  A new memo from the Department of Homeland Security is putting international students in a tough spot with jobs. Plus, Newport Beach is cracking down on 'teen takeovers.' And why street vendors have become the center of a political debate here in L.A. 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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  Laguna Beach declares emergency, Parents pull kids from schools w/o AC, Worst Rams loss in 2 years— Morning Edition 11.09.2026 4min

  A third coastal city is now under a state of emergency because of this week's devastating waves. Parents are pulling their kids from school because their classrooms have no AC during a heatwave. An OC mom is accused of stealing hundreds of thousands from a high school football team. 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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  LBPD accused of hiding evidence, Santa Ana tax increase, Lineage sues solar panel operator — Evening Edition 11.09.2026 4min

  An attorney in Long Beach is alleging the police department there concealed an officer’s assault conviction for years, potentially calling into question the legitimacy of hundreds of cases. Santa Ana voters will decide whether to make a sales tax increase permanent. Lineage is suing the solar panel operator at the Boyle Heights warehouse fire. Plus, more on the Evening 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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  LA28 searches for local food vendors, LA Rams season kick off, Emmy's 2026 preview— Afternoon Edition 10.09.2026 4min

  Olympics organizers are searching for local businesses to vend at the summer games. The L.A. Rams kick off their season tonight in Australia. For Entertainment Thursday we'll talk about the frontrunners at this year's Emmy Awards. 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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  Record-setting heat wave temps, Getty Fire evacs lifted, Casa Vega's 70th— Morning Edition 10.09.2026 4min

  It's another day of dangerous heat after some places in SoCal felt hotter than 120 degrees yesterday. Evacuation warnings are lifted after a brush fire creeped toward Brentwood and the Getty Center. The feds are investigating conditions at a Downtown LA jail. 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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  RPV pushes landslide insurance plan, Emergency after Nic Cage mansion sinkhole, Uber/Lyft driver union certified — Evening Edition 10.09.2026 4min

  Rancho Palos Verdes pushes for a state insurance plan for landslides. A state of emergency is issued in Malibu due to a sinkhole outside a mansion owned by actor Nicolas Cage. A union to represent Uber and Lyft drivers is certified. Plus, more on the Evening 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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  Legal fight continues over warrantless immigration arrests, Mayor Bass steps down from LAHSA commission, Parking restrictions eased post Lineage fire— Afternoon Edition 09.09.2026 5min

  We'll bring you the latest on efforts to put new limits on immigration agents making warrantless arrests. L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is stepping down from L.A's lead homeless services agency. And why parts of Boyle Heights won't be enforcing certain parking restrictions. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com