California population rebounds; Service remembers those who died on the street in LA; Our staff shares their favorite things to see around town — The Saturday Edition

California's population is on a major rebound, nearly returning to pre-pandemic levels. In L.A. County, on the longest night of the year, a service remembers more than 1,100 people who've died on the streets. And as 2024 winds down, our staff shares their hidden LA gems they discovered this year, f…

Aliso Canyon gas facility will remain open; How local residents fought the Franklin Fire; Tips for making the best Matzo ball soup – The P.M. Edition

The California Public Utilities Commission voted to keep open the Aliso Canyon Natural Gas Facility through the 2030s. How a group of volunteers helped fully contain the Franklin Fire. Tips for making your matzo ball soup this Hanukkah from the best delis in L.A. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Repor…

OC snitch scandal case back in court, strike continues at Amazon facilities in the Southland, your guide to Palestinian holiday treats – The A.M. Edition

The jailhouse snitch scandal that first rocked Orange County law enforcement a decade ago reverberates today in a San Diego courtroom.  Amazon workers at four Southern California warehouses remain off the job. We end our holiday treats from afar series with the crown jewel of Palestinian desserts. …

Emergency vehicle proximity alerts for Torrance drivers; Faith-based entertainment on the rise; How the geography in L.A. changes your baking – The P.M. Edition

The Torrance Fire Department is testing a new digital alert system for drivers. Hollywood looks to broaden its audience by tapping into faith based content and outdoor enthusiasts. How where you live in L.A. could change your baked goods this holiday season. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by …

Amazon workers at 4 SoCal warehouses join strike, State of emergency declared over bird flu, Hollywood turns to faith for content – The A.M. Edition

Amazon workers at four SoCal warehouses join a nationwide strike. Gov. Newsom declare state of emergency over bird flu. The entertainment industry is now looking to broaden its audience by tapping into faith-based content. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by vi…

New pet protections proposed in L.A. County; Local Amazon workers threaten strike ahead of Christmas; California Science Center prepares students for life after high school – The P.M. Edition

A new L.A. County Board of Supervisors proposal aims to restrict pet rent, fees and deposits. Days before Christmas Amazon workers at four SoCal warehouses are threatening to strike over union recognition. A California Science Center program preps students for life after high school. Plus, more. S…

LA County officials declare local emergency over Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall, treat yourself to Persian sweets, what makes a Charlie Brown Christmas a holiday classic – The A.M. Edition

L.A. County Supervisors are declaring a local emergency to address serious lack of staffing at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall. We'll take a bite out of some Persian holiday treats. We tell you how the melancholy cartoon became a holiday classic. Plus. more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist…

L.A. County files suit against local landfill; Investigating LAHSAs conflict of interest rules; How “A Charlie Brown Christmas” made it to air – The P.M. Edition

Los Angeles County is suing the owners and operators of the troubled Chiquita Canyon Landfill over foul odors. LAist investigates the conflict of interest rules at LAHSA. We look into what makes “A Charlie Brown Christmas” an enduring part of the holiday season. Plus. more. Support The L.A. Report…

LA County could erase hundreds of millions in medical debt, holiday travel kicks off Saturday, LA's new DA speaks out about the Menendez brothers– The A.M. Edition

 The L.A. County public health department is launching a new program that could erase your outstanding medical debt. L.A.'s new District Attorney, Nathan Hochman, is talking about the Menendez brothers. AAA's predicting a record number of Americans will be hitting the road this holiday season, with…

CA Department of Insurance entices insurers back; New LAUSD board; Behind the scenes of organic waste disposal in Southern California – The P.M. Edition

California's Insurance Department announced regulations aimed at bringing insurance companies back to fire prone parts of the state. How to keep the new LA Unified School District board accountable. Erin Stone reports on newer composting laws in the state. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by do…