The L.A. Report Podcast
The L.A. Report is a breakdown of the day’s top news from Southern California, featuring the award-winning reporting of LAist.com and KPCC 89.3 FM – L.A.’s number one NPR station. Hosted by Susanne Whatley in the morning and Nick Roman in the afternoon, it’s the smart way to start and end your day. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.
- Newsom unveils CA budget, Menendez Bros resentenced, A.I. to help wildfire survivors— The A.M. Editionby LAist Studios on May 14, 2025 at 2:43 pm
Governor Newsom unveils the state’s latest budget, but his signature policy may be caught in the crossfire. The Menendez Brothers are a step closer to freedom. Wildfire survivors get some help from artificial intelligence. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com
- State Farm rate increase OKed, Officials say LA’s layoffs could hit hard, Fledge Watch at Jackie and Shadow’s nest — The P.M. Editionby LAist Studios on May 13, 2025 at 11:03 pm
State Farm got the green light today to raise insurance rates. The city of L.A.’s planned layoffs could hit low-income workers the hardest. We’re on Fledge Watch: Jackie and Shadow’s chicks could start flying any day now. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com
- Menendez Brothers resentencing hearing, Homeless services go high-tech, A tribute to Ruth Beaglehole— The A.M. Editionby LAist Studios on May 13, 2025 at 2:25 pm
The Menendez Brothers finally make their case for re-sentencing. LA’s fight against homelessness gets a high-tech upgrade. A Tribute to an education icon who spent more than half a century devoted to the cause of non-violent parenting. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com
- Newsom motivates cities to break up encampments, Ports react to tariff pause, Santa Monica squirrels — The P.M. Editionby LAist Studios on May 12, 2025 at 11:24 pm
Governor Gavin Newsom released a template ordinance he hopes cities can use to crack down on homeless encampments. The Port of Long Beach faces an uncertain future, even after Trump paused tariffs on China. What’s up with the aggressive squirrels in Santa Monica’s Palisades Park? Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com
- CA eyes State Farm’s wildfire response, The science behind the Eaton fire’s “zombie line” theory, LA Zoo sued over elephants— The A.M. Editionby LAist Studios on May 12, 2025 at 2:53 pm
California hasn’t ruled out taking on State Farm over wildfire insurance claims. Plus, we’re breaking down the science behind what may have caused the Eaton Fire. The fight over the fate of two Asian elephants could be heading to court. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com