The LA Report

Another measles case has been reported in Southern California - others may have been exposed at different spots around L.A. County. Heavy rain tomorrow means officials are bracing for debris flows. LA Unified sets the district's calendar for the next 3 years. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

The latest winter is finally here and forecasters have issued a flood watch for most of SoCal. The saga continues over the case of an Orange County Superior court judge accused of shooting his wife. Stars say goodbye to the late, great Robert Flack. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

Ukrainian refugees in Southern California face an uncertain future pending a decision from President Trump. The LA District Attorney weighed in against resentencing the Menendez Brothers. The DMV is sitting on millions in profits from the sale of towed cars, according to CalMatters. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

Rain has entered the chat, again. As fire cleanup continues, local groups worry about labor abuses. UCLA women dunk on USC to clutch the Big Ten tournament championship. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

Worker advocates are warning of labor exploitation in the wake of the L.A. fires. A Hindu temple was defaced sometime over the weeked. What the sold-out mini tote bags from 99 Ranch Market says about Asian America, and more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

The Women's March returns to downtown Los Angeles, eight years after first making waves. Actions from one L.A. county supervisor after a scathing audit on homelessness spending. We hear from a pair of artists who chose Altadena as their home base and how they're trying to find their way forward after the fire, and more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

County officials are looking to pull funding from the L.A. Homeless Services Authority after scathing reports on its use of funding. “Renovictions,” or big renovation projects that can lead to evictions are temporarily banned in L.A. San Gabriel Valley residents can apply to get $2000 for an electric cargo bike. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

Palisades residents will be able to safely drink and use the tap water again today. Advocates for California's LGBTQ community are speaking out against Gov. Newsom's recent comments about transgender athletes. Where to find fish tacos in L.A. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

An audit released today finds L.A. city officials failed to properly track billions in homelessness spending. The number of unhoused people who died grew by one percent in 2023, according to L.A. County. This morning their third egg started to pip, which is the first sign of hatching. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

Frosty day in store for SoCal. L.A. city officials are considering defunding LA's leading homeless services agency. We talk about the legacy of Jazz-punk pioneer and legendary vibraphonist Roy Ayers who died this week. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

Southern California Edison is facing new lawsuits from municipalities alleging that its equipment started the Eaton Fire. Much of Sierra Madre is under another evacuation warning today. Huntington Beach voters will weigh in this week on who controls the city's libraries. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

A storm coming to SoCal will bring rain, heavy snow, possibly gusty winds. Former LA fire chief Kristen Crowley did not get her job back yesterday. Lebron James makes NBA history. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

The city council has voted not to reinstate former LAFD fire chief Kristen Crowley. Redondo Beach is holding the first ranked choice election in LA County. All eyes are on Jackie and Shadow's third egg after the bald eagle couple welcomed 2 chicks overnight. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

L.A's former fire chief is expected to appeal her firing today. Thirty juvenile probation officers are accused of letting gladiator style fights happen at an infamous facility. We have two eaglets! Jackie and Shadow welcome new chicks after three years. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

What makes a blockbuster, or a box office bomb? The truth is, as famed screenwriter William Goldman put it, “Nobody knows anything.” Join us each week as we put your favorite actors, directors, and writers through the wringer (aka through a series of games) to see if they’ve got what it takes to make it in this wild town. This episode is all about coming-of-age stories — movies and TV shows about first loves, schoolyard scrapes, and the realization that the world is far bigger than the block you live on. Guests: Actor, writer and director Natasha Lyonne (“Poker Face,” “Russian Doll”); actor and comedian Sherry Cola (“Joy Ride,” “Nobody Wants This”); director and Oscar-winning screenwriter Cord Jefferson (“American Fiction”). “NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING” is a production of The Black List and LAist Studios, in partnership with The Ankler. This episode is presented by FX. Support for this podcast is also brought to you by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes L.A. a better place to live. New episodes premiere Tuesdays and you can listen to the show on the radio at LAist 89.3 on weekends. The premiere episode is supported by presenting sponsor FX. Support the show: https://laist.com

We bring the latest on the LA Homeless Services Authority, which is updating its ethics policy after LAist reporting. Republican Tony Strickland has claimed victory in the 36th District state senate race. Jackie and Shadow's eggs are officially starting to hatch. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

A roundup of the Oscars: It was a night of first, but ultimately the night belonged to the film "Anora". Big news for Big Bear's famous bald eagle nest -- we have a pip! Another winter storm is on it's way. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

Governor Gavin Newsom has issued a new executive order to speed up forest management projects -- a look at what that means. An L.A. institution is set to shut down today, so we head to the Original Pantry Cafe in downtown for the farewell. After the LA fires, volunteers are helping young girls rebuild their lives, one Girl Scouts vest at a time, and more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

After an LAist investigation the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority is updating its ethics procedures. Fair Oaks Burger, an Altadena staple that survived the fires, is serving up free burgers. Punk musician David Johansen dies at 75. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Support the show: https://laist.com

With Hollywood getting ready for the biggest awards show in movies, this episode of the new LAist Studios podcast NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING is all about the Oscars! Hear Oscar nominees Peter Straughan and Kris Bowers, and actress Caitlin Reilly duke it out for the ultimate award — winning a game show where the points are made up by our host, Franklin Leonard. Guests: Screenwriter Peter Straughan (“Conclave”), composer Kris Bowers (“The Wild Robot”), and actress and comedian Caitlin Reilly (“Hacks,” “Loot”). NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING is a production of The Black List and LAist Studios, in partnership with The Ankler. Support for this podcast is also brought to you by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes L.A. a better place to live. New episodes premiere Tuesdays and you can listen to the show on the radio at LAist 89.3 Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 10 p.m. Support the show: https://laist.com