Today, on The L.A. Report, recently closed due to slope collapse Metrolink and Amtrak trains resume service through San Clemente today. Then the rainy winter gives way to unfamiliar plants to approach with caution and an effort in congress would expand local land protections under the San Gabriel Mountains national monument. Drag shows have become a hot-button political issue in several states, but not in California. We'll bring you the story of one innovative club that encourages patrons to come dressed in drag. Also, some of the ugly practices behind the "We Buy Ugly Houses" signs seen around Los Angeles, we take a look at the controversial findings from a recent investigation into the parent company.

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Today, on The L.A. Report, recently closed due to slope collapse Metrolink and Amtrak trains resume service through San Clemente today. Then the rainy winter gives way to unfamiliar plants to approach with caution and an effort in congress would expand local land protections under the San Gabriel Mountains national monument. Drag shows have become a hot-button political issue in several states, but not in California. We'll bring you the story of one innovative club that encourages patrons to come dressed in drag. Also, some of the ugly practices behind the "We Buy Ugly Houses" signs seen around Los Angeles, we take a look at the controversial findings from a recent investigation into the parent company.
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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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