Dangerously hot conditions are forecasted for SoCal this week, with an extreme heat watch going into effect Tuesday morning. There’s a risk of big waves and dangerous rip tides at SoCal beaches today. We learn how a group of Angelenos came together to build a nature park for their community in El Sereno. Plus, more.

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Dangerously hot conditions are forecasted for SoCal this week, with an extreme heat watch going into effect Tuesday morning. There&rsquo;s a risk of big waves and dangerous rip tides at SoCal beaches today. We learn how a group of Angelenos came together to build a nature park for their community in El Sereno. Plus, more.
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The L.A. Report is a breakdown of the day's top news from Southern California, featuring the award-winning reporting of LAist 89.3 FM &ndash; L.A.'s number one NPR station. Hosted by Austin Cross in the morning and Julia Paskin in the afternoon, it's the smart way to start and end your day.
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