Best Union And Metro Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Brian Sheerin Stretcher / Mower 1:30:49

20d ago1:30:49

1:30:49

Send us a Text Message. we catch up with Brian Sheerin from San Diego band , Mower and discuss his history in music and transitioning over to vocals for the band Stretcher . great fun catching up with Brian and he was very gratious with his limited time to come and chat . https://m.facebook.com/.profile.php?id=61557700443796…

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Fourth of July parades and fireworks set; OC taxpayer dollars still unaccounted for; ASL interpretation to be offered at LAUSD board meetings — The A.M. Edition 6:22

31m ago6:22

6:22

Parades and fireworks displays on tap for today. Accounting details still missing for $3 million in OC taxpayer dollars. LAUSD to provide sign language interpretation at its board meetings. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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LA County supervisors propose expanding board; Gov. Newsom scraps crime measure; Push to return Native American artifacts and remains — The P.M. Edition 8:20

8h ago8:20

8:20

Two L.A. County supervisors say it’s time for the five-member Board of Supervisors to grow to nine. Gov. Gavin Newsom reverses course on a crime measure he proposed. The push to repatriate Native American artifacts and human remains from CSU Fullerton. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.c…

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Unhoused people with mental illness slightly down; LA cooling centers; 'Chinatown' screenwriter Robert Towne has died— The A.M. Edition 6:50

16h ago6:50

6:50

Nearly a quarter of unhoused adults in LA County report having serious mental illness. LA is opening four ‘augmented’ cooling centers this holiday week. Oscar-winning screenwriter Robert Towne has died. 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…

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SoCal deals with a dangerous heatwave; Some cities are getting rid of 4th of July fireworks; A new law guarantees the "right to repair"— The P.M. Edition 7:11

1d ago7:11

7:11

The first heatwave of summer moves into SoCal. Why some cities are replacing fireworks with drones for Fourth of July. A new California law requires companies to provide information on how to fix appliances and electronics yourself. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show…

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SoCal heatwave intensifies; LA Convention Center expansion; Endeavour’s new home more than halfway done — The A.M. Edition 7:00

1d ago7:00

7:00

Inland SoCal expected to swelter in triple digit temperatures. LA leaders today consider a proposal to renovate the Convention Center before the Summer Olympics. A first look at some of the exhibits at Endeavour's new home in Exposition Park. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: …

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Why LA isn't making a dent in homelessness; How scientists are preparing for future droughts; Wildlife officials euthanize "Sugar" the bear — The P.M. Edition 7:28

2d ago7:28

7:28

L.A. says it housed more people last year than ever before, but homelessness numbers remain flat. UC Irvine scientists are studying what we'll face in a prolonged drought. A black bear in La Canada-Flintridge was euthanized after repeatedly visiting homes. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lai…

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SoCal faces triple-digit heatwave this week; LA mental health pilot program ends; Summer sleepovers in LA County's parks — The A.M. Edition 6:44

3d ago6:44

6:44

Forecasters are eyeing fire weather conditions amid a week-long heatwave. LA program that partnered fire and mental health responders for some 911 calls ends. Overnight camping is available at five LA County parks through August. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist…

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Huntington Beach debates housing law challenge, camping in LA County parks, and the "Sand Rush" to LA's beaches — The Sunday Edition 12:30

4d ago12:30

12:30

Huntington Beach city leaders debate whether to fight state law which demands more housing be built. Some LA County parks open up to overnight camping this summer. And the author of the book Sand Rush tells the history of how LA’s beaches physically came to be, from moving the sand itself to the shore to the political influencers advocating for the…

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Ventura Pier reopens, New York pastrami in West Hollywood, and surf camps for siblings of people with disabilities — The Saturday Edition 11:19

5d ago11:19

11:19

The Ventura Pier reopens to the public after a year and a half. A famous New York Jewish deli imports its famous pastrami sandwiches to West Hollywood today -- and today only. A local beach camp for siblings of children with special needs and chronic illness facilitates fun in the sun paired with deep conversations with one another. Plus, more. Sup…

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The number of people living on LA's streets has declined, SCOTUS says its legal to ban sleeping outside, Funding that gives LA students internet is running out — The P.M. Edition 7:30

5d ago7:30

7:30

The numbers from LA County’s tally of unhoused Angelenos show progress. A U.S. Supreme Court decision clears a path to make it legal to criminalize homelessness. Federal funding for home internet service for L.A. Unified students ends soon. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support …

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Metro to create own police force; Unhoused data errors; Father-son duo could make NBA history — The A.M. Edition 5:39

6d ago5:39

5:39

LA Metro to establish an in-house police department for its buses and trains. LAist found major errors in LA's tracking of homeless housing placements. The Lakers draft Bronny James, bringing a father-son duo with LeBron closer to becoming an NBA first. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support…

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Investigation finds errors in LA's homelessness data, CA voters to decide on ending forced prison labor, & The UC strike is over— The P.M. Edition 7:19

6d ago7:19

7:19

L.A. tracks how many unhoused people have been moved into shelter, but a lot of its numbers are wrong. A November ballot measure wants to end forced labor in state prisons. The UC academic workers strike has ended, but the dispute isn’t over. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Suppor…

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CA's budget approved; Failing water systems; LA County offers free fun for kids — The A.M. Edition 6:28

7d ago6:28

6:28

California lawmakers approve a 300 billion dollar state budget for the new fiscal year. A new report about CA's water systems shows many are not compliant. More than 200 free activities for kids in LA County are being offered during July. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: http…

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IATSE makes tentative deal with studios, How LA plans to eliminate millions of medical debt, CA’s largest illegal fireworks bust in Gardena— The P.M. Edition 7:16

7d ago7:16

7:16

The third of the three big unions in Hollywood has a tentative agreement with the studios and streamers. L.A. County plans to turn $5 million into half a billion dollars of medical debt relief. Police seize 75 tons of illegal fireworks in Gardena. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. S…

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Food 4 Less workers announce tentative agreement, LAUSD approves budget & The push to preserve the iconic Hollywood Arby's sign — The A.M. Edition 6:59

8d ago6:59

6:59

A local supermarket strike averted. LAUSD's budget for next fiscal year allows for teacher raises and smaller class sizes. A mission to save the towering neon 10-gallon hat sign in Hollywood from being scrapped. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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Voters to decide on CA minimum wage hike, Mayor Karen Bass says she will consider mask ban at protests, Will FEMA add extreme heat to 'major disaster' list? — The P.M. Edition 7:33

8d ago7:33

7:33

Californian voters will decide whether to raise minimum wage to $18 this November. LA Mayor Bass says she will consider restricting masks at protests. FEMA doesn't include extreme heat in its definition of a major disaster. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https:/…

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Newsom to deliver state of the state address; CA minimum wage could rise again; LA County considers homelessness-related tax hike — The A.M. Edition 6:41

9d ago6:41

6:41

Governor Newsom's pre-recorded state of the state address to be posted on social media at 10 a.m. Voters will get to weigh in on California’s minimum wage this fall. LA County leaders will consider placing permanent half-cent sales tax on November ballot. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Suppo…

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L.A. County approves $45.6 billion budget; Inland Empire warehouse development divides town; The Lakers introduce new team head coach — The P.M. Edition 7:20

9d ago7:20

7:20

L.A. County's new budget includes new spending for mental health care and pretrial services. Warehouse development in unincorporated San Bernardino County is dividing a community. New Lakers head coach, JJ Redick, speaks out for the first time. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Supp…

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LAUSD Board To Vote On New Budget, State Board Backs Waymo Rules & Jackie And Shadow Eagle Fan Party — The A.M. Edition 6:54

10d ago6:54

6:54

LAUSD board votes on 2024-2025 budget tomorrow. Waymo's ability to operate its driverless taxi service in Los Angeles reaffirmed. Fans celebrate bald eagle couple Jackie and Shadow in Big Bear. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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Newsom Unveils Budget Deal, Researchers Recruiting For AAPI Cancer Study, And Inside "Bigfoot! The Musical" — The Sunday Edition 8:07

11d ago8:07

8:07

Governor Newsom has released details on his proposed $300 billion state budget deal. Local researchers are recruiting Asian Americans to participate in a national cancer study. And comedian Amber Ruffin on why she wrote "Bigfoot! The Musical," now running in the Hollywood Fringe Festival. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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SoCal Heat Hazards Are Here, Temecula School Board President Recalled, And The Jackie And Shadow Fan Convention — The Saturday Edition 7:20

12d ago7:20

7:20

High temperatures hit Southern California this weekend, with some spots rising above 100 degrees. A conservative Christian school board president in Temecula has been recalled by voters. And bald eagle fans flock to Big Bear to celebrate the famous nesting couple, Jackie and Shadow. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join …

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Excessive Heat This Weekend, CA Supreme Court Strikes Down Anti-Tax Measure, & Research On AAPI Communities And Cancer — The P.M. Edition 7:25

12d ago7:25

7:25

It's going to be a HOT weekend in the Southland over the next few days. The California State Supreme Court ruled that an anti-tax measure will not be heading to the November ballot. Researchers from Cedars-Sinai and UC Irvine are recruiting from SoCal's Asian American Community to gather data on treating cancers. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report …

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CA Supreme Court Blocks Anti-tax Measure, Excessive Heat Settles Into The Southland & Freeway Series: Dodgers vs. Angels – The A.M. Edition 6:32

13d ago6:32

6:32

An inititative aimed at making it harder to raise taxes in CA will not be on November ballot. Triple-digit temperatures expected in parts of SoCal this weekend. Dodgers-Angels freeway series kicks off at Chavez Ravine tonight. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.co…

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LA County Half-Cent Sales Tax Makes Ballot, Eagle Rock Welcomes Tritch Family Square, & Lakers Hire A New Coach— The P.M. Edition 8:06

13d ago8:06

8:06

L.A. County voters will be asked if they want to raise the sales tax again to pay for programs to help unhoused Angelenos. “Tritch Family Square” goes up along Colorado Boulevard and Townsend Avenue. JJ Redick is tapped to lead the Lakers. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support t…

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AT&T Landline Service Vote Today, Deadnaming Controversy In Historic Filipinotown & How TV Showrunners' Role Is Evolving — The A.M. Edition 6:41

14d ago6:41

6:41

State regulators vote today on AT&T’s plan to phase out landline service. A mural in Historic Filipinotown is at the center of controversy. What Hollywood wants in a showrunner these days. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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Leimert Park Celebrates Juneteenth, Pershing Square Could Be Renamed After Ex-Slave And City Trailblazer Biddy Mason, & L.A. County Pools Are Now Open And Will Remain Open Until The Fall — The P.M. Edition ... 7:06

14d ago7:06

7:06

Today we celebrate Juneteenth, and head over to Leimert Park. Downtown's Pershing Square could soon get a new name. Summer is only a few days away, but L.A. County Pools are already open and will stay open until Halloween. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://…

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LAUSD To Create Stricter Cell Phone Policy, AT&T's Bid To Abandon Landlines & LA Sites Gain Historic Status — The A.M. Edition 6:39

15d ago6:39

6:39

LAUSD will ban cellphones from school day beginning in 2025. AT&T’s plan to phase out landline service in California likely to be denied. LA City Council designates two historic landmarks to honor African American history. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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LA Unified Moves Closer To Banning Social Media On Campus, Huntington Beach’s Private Library Management Bid Gets Withdrawn, & LA City Hall’s History — The P.M. Edition 7:15

15d ago7:15

7:15

The LAUSD board voted to develop a policy to ban student cellphone and social media use. A proposal to outsource management of Huntington Beach’s city library system is off the table. Do you know the history behind LA City Hall? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: ht…

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Progress On Post and Hesperia Fire Fights, Cooling Center Pilot Launches & The History of LA's City Halls — The A.M. Edition 6:38

16d ago6:38

6:38

Containment rises on local wildfires, as winds subside. Los Angeles is launching a cooling center pilot program at select libraries. The story behind Los Angeles City Hall and why there are four now. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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Windy, Dry Conditions Stick Around As SoCal Battles Wildfires, Older Adults At Risk Of Losing Weekly Meals In LA, & Dodgers Unveil New Jerseys — The P.M. Edition 6:53

16d ago6:53

6:53

A redflag warning could spell trouble for the Post Fire and the Hesperia Fire. A program that delivers free meals to thousands of people over 60-years-old in the city of L-A is running out of money. Fans have mixed feelings about the new Dodger uniforms. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist…

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Evacuations Triggered By Post and Hesperia Fires, LAUSD Cellphone Ban Considered & Finding Jacaranda Blooms In LA County — The A.M. Edition 6:30

17d ago6:30

6:30

Crews continue working to contain the Post Fire in Gorman and the Hesperia Fire in San Bernardino County. The Los Angeles Unified School District considers a phone-free school day. A new map is available for users to find jacaranda trees in bloom. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the s…

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Post And Hesperia Fires Spreading, WGA Member Struggle Without Insurance, And A Guide To L.A. City Trees — The Sunday Edition 11:11

18d ago11:11

11:11

Two wildfires are burning and growing in rural L.A. and Ventura Counties and San Bernardino County. A mountain lion found dead near the new wildlife crossing being built over the 101 Freeway. And the jacarandas are flowering now... we'll bring you a guide to the other tree blooms you can see in L.A. this summer. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report …

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Tips To Prepare For Wildfire Season, LAist's City Trek In Monrovia, And Inside L.A.'s Jacaranda Map — The Saturday Edition 6:04

19d ago6:04

6:04

Wildfire season is around the corner, and we've got some tips for clearing out vegetation to keep your home safe. Our next LAist City Trek takes you to a section of Monrovia that honors a bear known for getting into people's jacuzzis. We talk to the creator of the map that tracks greater L.A.'s jacaranda trees. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report b…

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Firefighters Brace For Wildfire Season, Academic Support for Students With Disabilities, & Black Abalone Could Be CA’s New State Shell — The P.M. Edition 7:04

19d ago7:04

7:04

Firefighters warn that Southern California is flush with wildfire fuel. High schoolers with a learning disability could have access to benefits from specialized academic support in college. A sea snail could become officially California’s state shell. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…

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Judge Rules Against Barrington Plaza Landlord, Cal State LA President Calls On Pro-Palestinian Protesters To Leave & Why A Silver Lake Street Is Missing Some Signs — The A.M. Edition 6:26

20d ago6:26

6:26

A judge's ruling against Barrington Plaza landlord could have wide implications for tenants' rights. Cal State LA president says protesters no longer welcome on campus, after Wednesday's vandalism. How Silver Lake’s last 'No Cruising' signs got taken down. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Supp…

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Judge Rules In LA Mass Eviction Case, Santa Ana Library To Close, & Vote To Name Dinosaur For Natural History Museum — The P.M. Edition 7:34

20d ago7:34

7:34

A Superior Court judge rules against a landlord looking to carry out one of the largest mass evictions in L.A. history. The Santa Ana Main Library will close for renovations from June 20 until 2026. The L.A. Natural History Museum needs help to name a dinosaur. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https:…

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Pro-Palestinian Protesters At Cal State LA, Vincent Thomas Bridge Revamp Update & Climate Workforce Funding — The A.M. Edition 7:05

21d ago7:05

7:05

Cal State LA announces remote learning today, due to protest. Caltrans requests input for the next phase of a harbor area bridge deck replacement project. A SoCal college receives federal funds to boost climate job training. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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Lakers Legend Jerry West Has Died, UCLA Appoints First Latino Chancellor, & Federal Funds To Boost Climate Job Training — The P.M. Edition 8:19

21d ago8:19

8:19

L.A. is remembering former Lakers star and executive Jerry West. University of Miami president Julio Frenk was tapped to lead UCLA as its first Latino chancellor. Millions of dollars are headed to SoCal for climate jobs. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://la…

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UC To Announce New Chancellor Today, OC Judge Takes Witness Stand & Weighing In On LA's Next Police Chief— The A.M. Edition 9:14

22d ago9:14

9:14

UCLA's new chancellor to be announced at regents' meeting in Westwood. Why a judge is testifying in a probe of the OC snitch scandal. Angelenos have until Friday to provide input on LA's next police chief. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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Students Arrested After Another UCLA Encampment Attempt, LA Ends COVID Vaccine Requirements, & Drilling Begins In RPV — The P.M. Edition 7:45

22d ago7:45

7:45

Police arrested 25 pro-Palestinian protestors who tried to set up another camp at UCLA. The L.A. City Council officially ended the vaccination requirement policy. Drilling began in Rancho Palos Verdes to address the sliding hillsides. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the sh…

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Police Break Up Pro-Palestinian Encampment At UCLA, T-K Soon To Be Mandatory At Schools & Uber Loses Challenge On CA Gig Worker Law — The A.M. Edition 7:14

23d ago7:14

7:14

Police break up another pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA Monday evening. Transitional Kindergarten will soon be a mandatory offering at California public schools, but is there space for all those 4-year-olds? California's gig worker law withstands an appeals court challenge from Uber. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/jo…

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Remembering Rev. John Lawson, Why CA Isn't Spending State Funds On Wage Theft, & LA Public Library Summer Reading Program Begins — The P.M. Edition 7:16

23d ago7:16

7:16

Civil rights icon & L.A. legend John Lawson Jr. has died. California's got a big wage theft problem, but the state is using money it has for the issue to address the deficit instead. The LA Public Library’s annual reading program kicks off today. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Su…

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CA's Budget Deficit, Food 4 Less Workers To Vote On Strike Authorization & Tarzana's 'Snoopy Bridge' — The A.M. Edition 8:40

24d ago8:40

8:40

CA lawmakers have less than a week to budget the state's budget amid a massive revenue shortfall. Food 4 Less workers' contract with Kroger has expired. A five-year renovation to a bridge in Tarzana to be unveiled today. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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Heat Protections Could Be Coming To Schools, New OC E-Bike Rules, And Toilet Paper's Place In Deforestation — The Sunday Edition 6:15

25d ago6:15

6:15

New state regulations protecting indoor workplaces from extreme heat could be on their way this summer, and they'd apply to schools as well. Orange County has passed a new ordinance cracking down on unsafe e-bike use. How your toilet paper use could be contributing to deforestation, and what to do about it. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by do…

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Union Responds To UC Strike Pause Order, Fire Hydrant Theft Rises, And California Teachers Using AI For Grading — The Saturday Edition 6:44

26d ago6:44

6:44

The union representing striking academic workers at UC campuses has responded to a Superior Court judge's order to pause the strike. Fire hydrants are getting stolen more often in South and Southeast L.A., costing a utility company over 1 million dollars so far. And what California teachers who are using AI models for grading say about the technolo…

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17 LA Maternity Wards Closed, Judge Pauses to UC Workers Strike, Juneteenth Festival Canceled — The P.M. Edition 6:56

26d ago6:56

6:56

LA County has seen 17 hospital maternity wards close in the past decade. A OC judge orders workers at six UC campuses to pause their strike. Organizers of the Juneteenth Festival in Leimert Park cancel this year's event due to rising costs. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support …

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Maternity Ward Closures In LA County, COVID Uptick In CA & Comic Criticized For Anti-Asian Comments — The A.M. Edition 6:47

27d ago6:47

6:47

The impact of labor ward closures in Los Angeles County. A federal program providing free COVID vaccines to uninsured adults will shut down in August. Activists demand apology from popular comic. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…

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LA County Challenges CA's Wildlife Specialist Funding Cuts, Your CA Road Tax Questions Answered, & Lakers Pursue UConn Head Coach — The P.M. Edition 8:29

27d ago8:29

8:29

LA County supervisors are pushing back against state plans to cut wildlife specialists. We answer questions about California's pilot program to charge drivers new road tax. Lakers pursue UConn's Dan Hurley as the team's leading candidate. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support th…

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LA's Homeless Spending Called Into Question, CA Road Tax Test & New Federal Program Helping Feed Kids This Summer - The A.M. Edition 6:20

28d ago6:20

6:20

A federal judge wants answers about how taxpayer money is being used to pay for homeless services in LA. LAist answers questions about a road tax CA is testing. SUN Bucks program provides food assistance to low-income families with school-aged children. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support…

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