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Did the Dodgers strike out by accepting a White House invite?
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The Dodgers are heading to the White House, and the reaction from fans has been divided. West Hollywood is the pickpocketing capital of the world, and how much of the L.A. Olympics will actually be held in L.A.? The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.
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The Dodgers are heading to the White House, and the reaction from fans has been divided. West Hollywood is the pickpocketing capital of the world, and how much of the L.A. Olympics will actually be held in L.A.? The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.
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1 A fight for the soul of California's Democratic Party is underway 14:02
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California Democrats gather for their convention this weekend, facing political headwinds. We get an update on our local celebrity bald eagle couple and their growing babies, and your guide to getting out and about in SoCal on this muggy and warm weekend. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Will.i.am shares words of wisdom with Pali High grads 8:41
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The graduates of Palisades Charter High got a Q&A with one of the biggest pop stars in the world. Meanwhile, some Altadena grads got stiffed by a limo company on prom night. Buckle up, this one is an emotional rollercoaster. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.
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1 Trump weaponizes Title IX against trans athletes in CA 14:34
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The Trump administration wields Title IX against California over transgender athletes competing in high school sports. And no tacos for Trump! The columnist who coined the term 'TACO Trade' worries that his joke might have been too effective. L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Is President Trump preparing to withhold L.A.'s fire FEMA funds? 16:34
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Is President Trump preparing to stiff the city of Los Angeles over promised federal aid for the January fires? Southwest Airlines goes from scrappy hero underdog to evil soulless airline, and all it took were checked bag fees. The transgender athlete debate arrives here in California, and Malibu is slowly but surely coming back to life. L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 How beautiful is Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, really? 13:13
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How beautiful is the Trump administration's Big Beautiful Bill, really? We turn to a highly regarded conservative economist for some insight. And as a palate cleanse, we'll give you a rundown of all the fun things you can do in SoCal this Memorial Day weekend. L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 5 months after the Palisades Fire, PCH is finally reopening 14:39
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PCH reopens to traffic tomorrow five months after the Palisades Fire devastated the area. The fight over how to close L.A.'s billion-dollar deficit is already getting bitter, and summer blockbuster season is upon us, but after years of disruptions in Hollywood, are things back to normal? The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 L.A. Zoo elephants moved to Tulsa in the middle of the night 18:35
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How does a pair of 10,000-pound elephants simply disappear from an L.A. Zoo exhibit overnight? The National Weather Service starts shutting down 24/7 forecasting at several key offices in California, and before speed cameras arrive in Los Angeles next year, we get a preview of their (heartless) effectiveness up in San Francisco. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Will Mayor Bass' directive bring film and TV productions back to L.A.? 14:53
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Mayor Karen Bass is hoping to clear the way for Hollywood to bring film and TV production back to L.A., but the industry isn't so sure she's on the right track. Pasadena is tightening up its leash laws for dog owners, and the World Cup is coming to Los Angeles. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 ICE gets creative to work around L.A.'s sanctuary city law 12:32
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The Feds think they have a way to circumvent Los Angeles's sanctuary city law. A new community basketball court opens in memory of L.A.'s favorite adopted son, Kobe Bryant, and his daughter, Gigi. New research suggests people living near golf courses are at higher risk of Parkinson's disease. And the motive behind this weekend's Palm Springs car bombing is coming into focus. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Medi-Cal coverage for popular weight loss drugs is on the chopping block 16:21
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Does a federal judge have the power to halt an American president's agenda if that agenda tramples on core constitutional rights? Medi-Cal coverage for popular weight loss drugs is on the chopping block, and almost 20,000 USC Trojans are graduating; we hear one grad's remarkable story. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 'Trump Slump': Gov. Newsom blames President Trump for CA's projected $12B budget deficit 13:45
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Housing in SoCal isn't just one of the most unaffordable markets in the country; it's among the most expensive in the world. Things are about to get boozy at a Santa Monica landmark, and Gov. Newsom is blaming President Trump for the state's projected $12 billion budget deficit, calling it the "Trump Slump." The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 The Altadena burn zone rebuilding process is off to a depressingly slow start 16:32
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The permitting process for rebuilding in the Altadena burn zone is off to a depressingly slow start. If you have property insurance through State Farm, brace for a rate increase. And those poor elephants languishing at the L.A. Zoo have a powerful new ally in their corner...Cher. It's Cher. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Trump blinks on trade war with China. Has the damage already been done? 14:45
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The Port of L.A. is eager to get back to business as Trump backs off on his trade war with China, but has the damage already been done? Gov. Gavin Newsom warns California cities to start clamping down on homeless encampments, and why should Santa Monica residents be wary of local squares? The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Menendez brothers take a big step toward freedom 15:27
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The California Highway Patrol gets some new undercover patrol cars, ICE agents arrest the mayor of a major US city, and the Menendez brothers take a big step toward potential release from prison. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.
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1 What does the first American pope mean for the world? 10:40
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A cardinal from Chicago was named the first American-born pope in the Catholic Church’s history. Who is he, what can we expect from him, and is he a Cubs or White Sox fan? The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.
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1 When should consumers expect to see the impact of Trump's tariffs? 13:41
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Will it be possible to sidestep rising prices and product shortages due to the fast-approaching impact of tariffs? And hear from the Orange County Congressman who voted with House Republicans to overturn California's controversial EV mandate. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 What do air traffic control issues in NJ have to do with you in L.A.? 15:37
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A sweetheart deal proposed for an L.A. County Sheriff's Deputy convicted of assaulting a woman in Lancaster sparks outrage. The elephants on their way from L.A. to a bigger exhibit in Oklahoma have triggered a battle between the city council and the L.A. Zoo. And what do the Newark Airport traffic control issues have to do with you in L.A.? A lot more than you may think, an expert says.…
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1 L.A. City's animal shelters spared the worst of the budget cuts - for now 16:08
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L.A. City's beleaguered animal shelters are spared the worst of the budget cuts - for now. The International Olympic Committee does right for one of the most prolific Olympic swimmers in history, who was a victim of the Palisades fire, and live vicariously through us as we try out some of the best tacos in L.A. for this Cinco de Mayo. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Has Hollywood recovered 2 years post-strike? 13:04
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Two years ago, the writers and actors brought Hollywood to a standstill with their strikes. Contracts were eventually signed, but the damage to many careers had been done. Now, with all that time gone by, have the far-reaching consequences been resolved? And the big question: Is Hollywood finally back? The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Why is CA still struggling to pass laws in favor of building much-needed housing? 12:28
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On today's L.A. Local, we've got an urgent animal welfare issue in Los Angeles, a disappointing performance from the Lakers, and a deep dive into why California continues to face challenges in enacting legislation to streamline much-needed housing development. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Trump blaming Biden for US economy issues is 'laughable,' expert says 12:23
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The US economy shrank in the first three months of 2025, but don't worry; President Trump says tariffs will save the day! Pay no mind to the long list of experts who wholeheartedly disagree... well, maybe we should at least hear them out. We speak with several experts to analyze the current challenges and the potential impact, just in case. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 L.A. County Supervisors approve $4B in sexual abuse settlements 13:19
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Decades of gut-wrenching abuse in L.A. County's foster care system and juvenile detention facilities led to a multi-billion-dollar payout. The L.A. City government starts making tough choices about where and how to close a huge budget deficit. And we apply science and logic to a ridiculous internet debate: Who would win in a fight, one gorilla or 100 men? The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Waymo taxis are driving some Santa Monica residents crazy 11:21
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Waymo’s driverless taxis are driving some Santa Monica residents crazy, a weirdo is planting hidden cameras in the bushes around West Covina, and tariffs are starting to hit home, with businesses warning of shortages, price increases, and disruptions for the foreseeable future. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Santa Monica wants you to day drink on the 3rd St. Promenade 8:27
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The L.A. City Council wonders how it got into a $1 billion budget deficit, an ICE raid on a day laborer at a Pomona Home Depot has a chilling effect, and the City of Santa Monica has a controversial plan to bring life back to the area. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Carmageddon 2? Some of the 405 will shut down for 22 weekends. 7:19
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Caltrans is working hard to spread the word about a massive 405 repaving project. What's happening after the tree terror in downtown Los Angeles? Some locals say enough is enough. And we'll tell you about the latest trouble with the water reservoir in the Palisades. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 Los Angeles City: The good, the bad, the ugly 11:11
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Our beloved city has poor air quality, a budget in shambles, and, surprise, surprise, the cost of living is among the highest in the nation - this is the Debbie Downer episode. And since we're already down in the pits... what in the actual frick is Kanye West trying to do with his swastika-wearing black choir? The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 L.A. Zoo says goodbye to the last of its elephants 15:39
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The long and often bitter debate over the elephants living at the L.A. Zoo appears to be coming to a close. We have an update on one very concrete way that closing a $1 billion deficit in the L.A. City budget will impact YOU. And we're celebrating Earth Day, a holiday that's feeling a little forgotten these days. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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1 L.A. City budget woes put more than 1,600 city employees' jobs at risk 14:56
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Break out the calculators and spreadsheets; we're taking a deep dive into the mess that is the L.A. City budget. On the heels of Mayor Bass's State of the City, where she announced that closing the $1B shortfall would 'unfortunately include layoffs,' we examine how a string of bad luck, paired with poor decision-making, led to this moment.…
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There’s no rivalry like the bitter intra-city feud between the Lakers and the Clippers. So which one is truly L.A.’s basketball team? We hear compelling arguments from both sides. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.
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1 Why did L.A. County's emergency alert system fail so miserably during the fires? 12:06
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More than 3 months after the Eaton fire, we still don't know precisely why Altadena residents didn't receive evacuation orders until well after neighborhoods had burned down. Maybe those old marijuana scare movies were on to something with new research warning of marijuana-induced psychosis in teens. On a more encouraging note, wildlife is returning to L.A. County's burn zones. The L.A. Local is sponsored by the LA Car Guy family of dealerships.…
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