Newsom launches new state water plan, LAPD data shows racial disparities, Wildflower bloom season begins — Evening Edition

Governor Gavin Newsom launches the state's 2028 water plan. Data from the City of Los Angeles shows that LAPD uses minor traffic stops as a way to investigate Black and Latino people on suspicion of committing a more serious crime. This year’s wildflower bloom at Diamond Valley Lake in Riverside Co…

Local El Super workers win immigration protections, AMC reserved seating, Puppet Up! and Brassroots District: LA '74 — Afternoon Edition

El Super union workers win protections from federal agents. AMC's new policy gives its best-paying customers the best theater seats. And for a weekend activity, try some immersive theater or a puppet show from Muppets creator Jim Henson's son. Plus, more on the Afternoon Edition. Support The L.A. …

LAUSD board meets on Carvalho's future, SB79 delays, LA's friendliest neighborhoods— Morning Edition

The LA Unified board meets behind closed doors to discuss the future of Superintendent Alberto Carvalho. LA leaders want to delay a new state law that will put more homes near train stops. The LA homeless services CEO accused of stealing millions is set to enter a plea. Plus, more from Morning Edit…

Widespread school walkouts, Unarmed mental health support, Mayor Bass defends LA— Evening Edition

Mayor Bass fires back at Trump's reference to LA in the State of the Union. LA City adopts an unarmed mental health response program. And local students have been walking out to protest immigration policies, what are their rights?  Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donat…

Feds raid LAUSD superintendent home and HQ, LAPD data on minor traffic stops—Afternoon Edition

The FBI served search warrants at the LA Unified School District offices and at the superintendent's home -- what we know so far. New data shows LAPD officers use minor traffic stops to investigate Black and Latino people on suspicion of committing a more serious crime and that's done at a higher r…

CA reactions to SOTU, Paramount's new bid for Warner Bros, Student protest rights— Morning Edition

Local leaders react to President Trump's State of the Union Address. Paramount's newest offer for Warner Brothers-Discovery could give it an upper hand over Netflix. Why schools can't punish students for leaving campus to protest. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donatin…

Medical debt erased, Downtown LA graffiti towers get a new buyer, Sand dunes make a comeback— Evening Edition

An LA program is helping wipe away medical debt. A new buyer has stepped in for the graffiti covered skyscrapers in downtown LA. And sand dunes are making a comeback on Santa Monica beaches to prevent erosion. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join a…

Transitional Kindergarten accountability, Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu's connection to Lakewood, Protecting pets from disasters— Afternoon Edition

California's billion dollar investment into TK is not being evaluated by the state -- we'll tell you why. Olympic Gold medalist Alysa Liu has a surprising L.A. connection. Plus, how a SoCal congressmember is lobbying to protect pets during disasters. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.co…

Kaiser strike ends, Lack of studying transitional kindergarten, First-time homeowner loans— Morning Edition

Kaiser nurses return to work after a month long strike. California spends billions on transitional kindergarten, but hasn't set aside money to see if it's working.The "Dream for All" program relaunches to help first-time homebuyers with their down payments. Plus, more from Morning Edition. Support…

How the partial government shutdown could affect LA Fire survivors, Millions in bond payouts to LA Unified abuse victims, New Pat Riley Statue — Evening Edition

What the partial government shutdown could mean for funding for LA Fire survivors. LA Unified approves millions in bonds to pay victims of abuse. Legendary coach Pat Riley honored with new statue from the Lakers. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/jo…