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.
- Bass removes LAFD chief; DA won’t retry Menendez Brothers; Watch out for debris on the beach — The P.M. Editionby LAist Studios on February 21, 2025 at 11:59 pm
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass removes fire chief Kristen Crowley, saying her department wasn’t ready for the Palisades Fire. The L.A. district attorney is not pursuing a retrial in the infamous Menendez Brothers case. Officials say you should stay away from any fire debris you see on the beach. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
- Trump admin eyes unspent $4 billion on CA high-speed rail, $12 sandos or less in LA, SAG Awards preview— The A.M. Editionby LAist Studios on February 21, 2025 at 3:43 pm
Federal transportation authorities say they plan to look into California’s high-speed rail project. Where to find affordable sandwiches in L.A. Screen Actors Guild Awards happening this 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
- Day 3 of LA’s Homeless Count; Norwalk shelter ban suffers setback; Caltrans wants your feedback on the 110 — The P.M. Editionby LAist Studios on February 21, 2025 at 12:36 am
LA’s annual homeless count is now in its third day, though it’s hit some roadblocks. The city of Norwalk suffers a setback in its efforts to ban homeless shelters. Caltrans is looking to bring parts of the Arroyo Seco Parkway up to speed on safety. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
- PCH reopens for locals, Preserving remnants of Terminal Island, Amazon takes over James Bond movies — The A.M. Editionby LAist Studios on February 20, 2025 at 4:47 pm
Pacific Coast Highway re-opened this morning for locals. Plan to protect two buildings with ties to Japanese American History in San Pedro moves forward. Amazon is taking control of James Bond movies. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
- Altadena renters form tenants’ union; Terminal Island buildings protected; Huntington Beach approves “MAGA” library plaque — The P.M. Editionby LAist Studios on February 20, 2025 at 12:03 am
Many Altadena renters are still going back and forth with their landlords about plans to return. The L.A. City Council voted to protect what remains of a historic Japanese American fishing community. And Huntington Beach has approved a “MAGA” sign outside its library. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com