A fire burning in Riverside county has triggered evacuation warnings for nearby residents. Holiday shopping and scams are on the rise. We have tips on how to protect yourself. As the temperatures drop, LAist has your guide to the best soups in the Southland. Plus, more.

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A fire burning in Riverside county has triggered evacuation warnings for nearby residents. Holiday shopping and scams are on the rise. We have tips on how to protect yourself. As the temperatures drop, LAist has your guide to the best soups in the Southland. 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.
This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

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