Best The Public Relations Council Podcasts (2025)

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ICE sweeps and healthcare, CA dads taking more paid leave, Pelicans returned to wild after toxic algae — The P.M. Edition 4:50

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ICE sweeps are deterring immigrant families from going to the doctor. We look at how many men are taking paternity leave these days under the state's program. Rehabilitated pelicans are turned to the wild after this season's toxic algae bloom. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit …

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LA joins ACLU suit against feds, LAFD recovery team heads to TX, LA County gets new homelessness czar— The A.M. Edition 4:48

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Communities from around Southern California are banding together in a lawsuit over ICE raids. LA fire fighters head to Texas to help recovery efforts from their deadly floods. LA County gets a new homelessness czar. 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 rece…

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Fires and 4th of July fireworks, More license plate scanners coming to West LA, Death Valley ultramarathon underway — The P.M. Edition 4:38

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Yesterday's fire in Laguna may have been sparked by fireworks: Just how often does that happen around July 4th? When to expect more license plate scanners in West L.A. An extreme ultramarathon is now underway - we'll have more on the trek from Death Valley all the way up to Mount Whitney. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com…

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Gov Newsom condemns MacArthur Park raid, CA joins lawsuit against ICE, California refuses ban on transgender athletes— The A.M. Edition 4:57

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Governor Newsom calls the immigration raid on MacArthur Park nothing but political theater. California tries a new legal avenue to end the ICE crackdown. The state refuses to ban transgender athletes from high school sports. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAis…

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Officials tout LA fires cleanup; Rolling Hills proposes buyout program, Heatwave coming this week — The P.M. Edition 4:58

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State and local officials spoke in L.A. today and celebrated the debris cleanup process. Rolling Hills is looking to offer a buyout program for homeowners affected by land movement. Get ready: A heatwave is on its way later this week. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.prepp…

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6 months since January's wildfires, Grandfather deported after car wash raid, Crystal Cave reopens— The A.M. Edition 5:02

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Leaders and survivors mark six months since January's deadly wildfires. For many survivors, big challenges still remain. A grandfather is detained at the car wash where he had worked for decades. Crystal Cave reopens. 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 re…

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Child dies from illegal fireworks, ICE protest art, Fake Burbank Airport — Sunday Edition 10:54

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Recent ICE raids have inspired not just activism, but art. Once upon a time, the Burbank Airport cosplayed as a suburb. UCLA research project wants your help to study birds after wildfires. 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 Emergenc…

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Air quality after July 4, Dodgers' blowout loss, A cemetery's spooky past — Saturday Edition 9:42

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It's the day after July 4th, how is Fido doing? We check in on air quality post-fireworks. Dodgers got pummeled by the Houston Astros in a blowout 18 to 1 loss. Host Robert Garrova takes you on a tour of a cemetery in Sunland-Tujuna with quite the macabre reputation. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …

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Fireworks explosion in Pacoima, LA City Council considers new ADU proposal, Irvine looks at a new housing development — The P.M. Edition 4:56

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One man has been killed in a home firework explosion in Pacoima, CA. A new LA City Council proposal would allow homeowners to build and sell ADUs in their backyard. Irvine may consider a new housing development that would build townhomes on a retired asphalt plant. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting ht…

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Julio Cesar Chavez Jr arrest, LAPD's new guidance for dealing w/feds, Deadly Pacoima fireworks explosion— The A.M. Edition 5:05

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The family of Julio Cesar Chavez Junior speaks out after his immigration arrest. LA's police chief has new guidance for officers dealing with federal agents. Pacoima sees first-hand the deadly potential of fireworks. 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 rec…

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Home at center of Andrew Do scandal seized, LA County has a leader for its new homelessness agency, Restaurants struggling due to fear of raids — The P.M. Edition 4:59

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U.S. Marshals have seized former O.C. supervisor Andrew Do's daughter's home. L.A. County has a leader for its new homelessness agency. Immigration enforcement has had a chilling effect on local restaurants' business. 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 re…

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DHS investigates peeing agents in Pico Rivera, The future of fantasy sports betting in CA, Dodgers sued over DEI— The A.M. Edition 5:02

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Pico Rivera educators demand answers over federal agents who peed on campus property. The Dodgers have been sued over their attempts at diversity and inclusion. A strike that could have crippled grocery shopping has now been avoided. The fate of fantasy sports betting in CA could be decided today. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at …

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Emerging Threats to Public Health

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Sheriff Luna on rebuilding trust, Some say fire mortgage relief not provided, Pets and fireworks — The P.M. Edition 4:42

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L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna says he hopes to rebuild trust in law enforcement when federal troops leave. Some who lost their homes in the L.A. fires say their banks aren't abiding by state rules. We have tips on keeping your pets safe and secure during the fireworks this week. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join an…

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Challenges to Global Press Freedom

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Panelists explore the shifting landscape of journalism, including the influence of political pressures, and the broader implications for press freedom and democratic values worldwide.Please note there is no virtual component to the meeting. The audio, video, and transcript of this meeting will be posted on the CFR website.…

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LA City & County pursue legal action over immigration crackdown, Constitutional experts weigh in on federal suit against LA, Newsom to announce TV & film tax credits— The A.M. Edition 5:01

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Both LA City and County are firing up their lawyers to take on the recent federal immigration crackdown. Constitutional experts are weighing in on the Trump Administration lawsuit against Los Angeles. Hollywood has $750 million reasons to celebrate today. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lais…

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LA officials blast Trump lawsuit, CA sues HHS over health data access, New LA rent hike cap — The P.M. Edition 4:59

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L.A. city officials are condemning the Trump administration's lawsuit against the city's sanctuary policy. Meanwhile, the state is suing the federal government for giving immigration officials access to personal health data. L.A.'s new rent increase cap is now in effect as of today. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join …

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Mayor Bass to respond to sanctuary lawsuit, CA Republicans want ICE changes, Ports brace for the return of tariffs— The A.M. Edition 5:01

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The Trump Administration is suing LA, and now the Mayor is set to respond. A group of California Republicans are asking the feds to tone it down when it comes to immigration crackdowns. The ports are bracing for the return of Trump tariffs. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www…

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Trump admin sues LA over sanctuary policies, County explores legal action against Trump, New OC nature preserve — The P.M. Edition 4:58

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The Trump administration is suing the city of L.A. over its protections for undocumented immigrants. Meanwhile, an L.A. County supervisor is exploring whether the county should take legal action against the feds. Orange County's getting a new coastal nature preserve. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting …

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Food Freedom Radio Live at Pride – June 29, 2025 52:50

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Multiple wildfires in Riverside & San Bernardino Counties, Trump promises immigration passes for farm & hotel workers, LA County's new tool to battle homelessness — The A.M. Edition 5:23

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Multiple wildfires are burning through Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. President Trump once again seems willing to carve out exemptions for farm and hotel workers without legal status. LA County gets a new tool to battle homelessness. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www…

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Shifting Dynamics of Gulf–Asia Relations 38:33

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In this episode of MEnbar, host Marc Owen Jones welcomes Adel Abdel Ghafar, Fellow and Director of the Foreign Policy Program at the Middle East Council on Global Affairs, to explore the shifting dynamics of Gulf–Asia relations. Ghafar discusses China's growing influence across the Middle East, including its role in energy and infrastructure, arms …

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Lake Fire in San Bernardino, Gathering for detained paleta vendor, Adolfo Guzman-Lopez the poet — Sunday Edition 13:13

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A fire near Silverwood Lake started burning in San Bernardino yesterday, forcing evacuations. Culver City gathers to support a longtime ice cream vendor detained by ICE. LAist journalist Adolfo Guzman-Lopez takes readers on a road trip from Mexico to L.A. with his first book of poetry. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/jo…

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Film tax credits to expand, ICE impersonator arrested, Altadena's Black artists — Saturday Edition 10:07

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California film tax credits are set to double after the legislature approved a plan proposed by Governor Newsom. A man posing as a federal immigration agent was arrested by police this week amid ongoing immigration enforcement actions. And behind the scenes of “Ode to Dena,” featuring Black artists from Altadena. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report…

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Medicaid cuts could hit LA hard, Will gas prices really skyrocket in July?, Documenting immigration arrests — The P.M. Edition 4:59

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A new study looks at how hard L.A. could be hit by Medicaid cuts. We fact check claims that gas prices will skyrocket when a tax takes effect July 1. We have a guide for how to document immigration arrests. 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 FRE…

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Detained U.S. citizen freed on bond, Former Marine accused of arming protesters to speak out, Getty Villa Museum reopens — The A.M. Edition 4:56

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A U.S. citizen, caught on video being detained by federal agents in downtown LA, is now free on bond... and speaking out. A former Marine accused of arming anti-ICE protesters is about to share his side of the story. An LA institution reopens after nearly losing everything in January's wildfires. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LA…

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Huntington Park takes on masked immigration officers, Metro considers changes after protests, Changes to July 4 celebrations — The P.M. Edition 4:42

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Huntington Park passed a motion directing its police force to intervene against unauthorized immigration activity. Metro is revisiting how it closes its stations after feedback from this month's protests. Pasadena is swapping out its fireworks show for a drone show. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting h…

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1,600+ SoCal detainments in ICE sweeps, Justice Dept sues OC official, LA's first 3-star Michelin restaurants— The A.M. Edition 4:55

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Homeland Security reveals exactly how many people have been caught up, so far, in SoCal immigration sweeps. The Justice Department sues an OC official, who's accused of protecting the identities of non-citizens. LA gets its first 3-Star Michelin restaurants. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://la…

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FAIR Plan provision ruled illegal, Breaking down LAUSD's new budget, ICE arrest video details — The P.M. Edition 5:00

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A judge has ruled the California FAIR Plan's smoke damage policy is illegal. LA Unified has approved its budget for its next fiscal year. We have details of a video showing a man being arrested at a routine immigration check-in. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/…

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Family of detained U.S. citizen demands answers, Cudahy Vice-Mayor faces backlash over social media post, Judge rules on LA homelessness funding— The A.M. Edition 4:55

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A family demands answers after a US citizen is detained by federal agents in downtown LA. The Vice-Mayor of Cudahy appears to call on street gangs to take on the feds. A judge issues his long-awaited ruling over the future of LA homelessness funding. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com …

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USA: Interview with Shawna Bader-Blau from the Solidarity Center 21:39

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Send us a text Shawna Bader-Blau heads up the Solidarity Center in Washington DC which has for many years been one of the great sources of support for workers around the world trying create and sustain independent, democratic trade unions. But with the inauguration of Donald Trump earlier this year, all that has come under threat. In our interview,…

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Man allegedly linked to Palm Springs bombing dies, Senate's plan to sell public land hits roadblock, UBI for LA community college students — The P.M. Edition 4:32

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A man accused of aiding in the Palm Springs fertility clinic bombing has died in custody. A plan to sell off millions of acres of California's public lands may be off the table. What a monthly stipend can mean for LA's community college students. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Vis…

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Iranian-Americans in LA call for regime change, LAPD Chief defends protest actions, CA's new extreme heat tracker— The A.M. Edition 4:46

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Protesters in LA call for regime change in Iran. LA's police chief defends his officers in the face of anti-ICE protests. California's new tool that treats extreme heat like a hurricane or tornado. 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 E…

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Legislature introduces "No Vigilantes Act", Tustin hangar cleanup nearly done, LAist's resource guide for immigrants — The P.M. Edition 4:55

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A new bill would require law enforcement officers operating in California to identify themselves. The debris cleanup from 2023's Tustin hangar fire is almost finished. We have a guide to help connect immigrant communities with food, remote jobs, financial aid, and legal resources. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join an…

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A Conversation With Representative Gregory Meeks

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Representative Gregory Meeks discusses the Democratic vision for the future of U.S. foreign policy.If you wish to attend virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question and answer portion will be provided the evening before the event to those who register. Please note the audio, video, and transcript of this…

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Protesters rally against strikes in Iran, the 1870s law at the center of Newsom vs Trump hearing, LA City Council considers ICE-related lawsuit— The A.M. Edition 4:42

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Demonstrators hit the streets of LA to protest the military strikes on Iran. The legal battle over who controls the National Guard in LA throws it back to the 70s... the 1870s. LA City Council is gearing up for its own legal fight over the ICE arrests. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.co…

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Food Freedom Radio – June 21, 2025 43:12

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This week’s episode is all about Nikkolette’s Macarons! Learn more at: https://www.nikkolettesmacarons.com/By AM950 Radio

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US enters Israel-Iran conflict, ICE and AAPI hubs, Two Trader Joe’s in Sherman Oaks? — Sunday Edition 9:25

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State and local officials say they're monitoring security threats after the U.S. struck three Iran nuclear sites on Saturday. Foot traffic is down in popular Asian ethnic enclaves out of fear of immigration actions. Sherman Oaks residents react to a new neighborhood Trader Joe's. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and…

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Media Briefing: The U.S. Strikes Iran

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CFR experts discuss the U.S. strikes on three of Iran's key nuclear sites, Iran's possible response, and implications for the region.

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CA v. Trump updates, Fire weather warning, A cola named 'Los Angeles' — Saturday Edition 11:32

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The latest on California versus Trump over the deployment of military troops. Fire weather warning on tap for parts of L.A. County. L.A. Opera opens its fabulous closet for a once-in-a-decade costume sale. We went searching for the origins of a cola in Japan named "Los Angeles" -- and found a story about growing up in Osaka. Support The L.A. Report…

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Santa Ana's La Cuatro empties out, New lawsuit filed against DHS, Public lands in CA could be up for sale — The P.M. Edition 4:42

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We check in on businesses in Santa Ana, as a commercial corridor in the mostly Latino city has turned into a ghost town. Journalists and protesters are suing the Department of Homeland Security. Huge parcels of public lands in SoCal could be up for sale under Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill." Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com…

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Ruling keeps Trump in control of CA National Guard, Immigrant rent crisis, Pasadena PD investigates possible ICE action— The A.M. Edition 4:38

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An appeals court lets President Trump stay in control of California's National Guard, for now. Families are struggling to make ends meet in the wake of recent ICE arrests. Pasadena's police want answers after this week's ICE action. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.c…

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Border Patrol agents at Dodger Stadium, DTLA businesses welcome curfew's end, Juneteenth events — The P.M. Edition 5:00

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We bring you a report from Dodgers Stadium, where federal Homeland Security officials were present earlier today. Downtown L.A. businesses are welcoming the end of the city's curfew. We have some events you can check out to celebrate Juneteenth. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visi…

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Pasadena ICE protests, Andrew Do assets returned to taxpayers, LAUSD cell phone ban success— The A.M. Edition 4:27

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Pasadena protesters hit the streets to denounce ICE arrests. There's justice for taxpayers in the aftermath of the Andrew Do scandal. And now that the school year is over, the verdict seems to be in on L-A Unified cell phone ban. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/…

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Santa Ana residents protest at city council, L.A. clinic says they turned away federal agents, LA Zoo welcomes 10 new condor chicks — The P.M. Edition 5:00

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Santa Ana residents protested the city's response to anti-ICE protests at its council meeting last night. St. John's Community Health says it turned away people they suspect to be immigration agents at a clinic. Some cute conservation news for you: The L.A. Zoo welcomes 10 California condor chicks. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at…

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Business owners celebrate end of downtown curfew, Police commission promises protest investigation, Bleak CA economy outlook— The A.M. Edition 4:52

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Downtown business owners celebrate the end of LA's curfew. Police are promising to investigate their own, over the recent immigration protests. The bleak outlook for California's economy, and who experts say is to blame. 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 …

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Virtual Roundtable: A Conversation With Jennifer Klein

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DTLA curfew lifted for now, Padilla rebukes Trump in Senate, Lebron eyes his 23rd season — The P.M. Edition 4:59

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There's no more curfew in downtown L.A., at least for now. California Senator Alex Padilla rebuked the federal government on the Senate floor today. Could #23 be in for a historic 23rd season? Lebron James is thinking about it. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/L…

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Trump vs Newsom round 2, The future of the downtown curfew, CA's "No Secret Police Act"— The A.M. Edition 4:57

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It's Round 2 in court for President Trump and Governor Newsom, and LA's federal troop presence hangs in the balance. LA City Council decides if the downtown curfew stays or goes. The bill to ban law enforcement from covering their faces. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.pre…

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City of LA reveals cost of its protest response, Legislature votes to freeze Medi-Cal expansion, Shohei to hit the mound tonight — The P.M. Edition 4:41

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L.A. city leaders have revealed how much its response to the anti-ICE protests has cost so far. The California legislature puts a freeze on Medi-Cal enrollment for immigrants without legal status. Shohei Ohtani is expected to make his long-awaited first pitch for the Dodgers tonight. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join…