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The critical findings are part of long-awaited after-action report was released Thursday. It contains recommendations for increasing emergency staffing and updating old systems.
Today on AirTalk, federal cuts to homelessness funding and its effect on CA; best practices to avoid scam and fraud; a book on how to take down the tech giant Apple; the Pentagon may require a pledge from the press; a new documentary on 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show and TV Talk.
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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Tim Cogshell and Claudia Puig review this weekend’s latest movie releases in theaters and on streaming platforms. They also share thoughts on the passing of film icon Robert Redford, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 89.
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L.A.’s favorite “New York-style Chinese food” restaurant has found a new location just down the street from its original spot. -
If Gov. Gavin Newsom signs it into law, SB 79 will allow apartment buildings up to nine stories tall near major transit lines. Here’s how to find out if your block qualifies. -
Diving has changed, mountain biking has been added. Here's where to watch the Olympics in person in 2028. -
Shuttered mall highlights region's struggle to hold nuisance properties accountable. -
The little ones are doing well and bonding with their mothers, according to caretakers. -
'A Great Day in the Stoke' is a free, daylong event in Orange County billed as 'the largest gathering of Black surfers in history.' The fourth annual festival is set for Saturday in Huntington Beach. -
Experts worry liberal California will be blacklisted from federal homelessness dollars, effectively counteracting recent progress. -
Joan Osborne sings Bob Dylan, the Autry block party, a Black surf celebration in Huntington Beach, L.A. Opera presents West Side Story and more.
Entertainment Thursday
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Programmers from the Academy Museum, Vidiots and Old Town Music Hall are excited about surrealist classics, spooky silent films and even a “blood rave.” -
The Spanish language book fair is a celebration of words, culture and creativity. -
Kimmel returned less than a week after ABC suspended his show over comments he made about the assassination of right wing activist Charlie Kirk.
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Latest from the White House
Follow the fast-moving developments under the Trump Administration.
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Comey faces one count of making false statements and one count of obstruction of justice in connection. -
In past government shutdowns, workers have been put on temporary furloughs until funding resumes. This time, the Trump White House is looking for bigger and more permanent cuts, a new memo shows. -
The statue of Trump and Epstein holding hands mid-frolic wasn't the first anti-Trump artwork on the National Mall in recent months. But it was the first to be removed, despite having a permit.
LA's wildfires: Your recovery guide
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The charitable response to the January fires has been unprecedented. LAist is launching a survey to help the public follow the money. -
Eligible homeowners are required to ask lenders for forbearance, which could be extended for up to a year.
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Featured events
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On October 11, comedian Drew Lynch (he/him) and actor Nana Visitor (she/her), plus surprise guest experts will join J. Keith and Helen for a trivia show like no other!
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After the January fires in Altadena and Pacific Palisades leveled more than 12,000 homes and businesses, the two communities are still grappling with the lingering effects of the disaster and trying to find ways to move forward. On October 14, we’ll focus on Pacific Palisades and surrounding communities. AirTalk host Larry Mantle will talk with guests about what the road to rebuilding looks like and how best to navigate this new reality.
Civics & Democracy
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The funds will go toward first-time homebuying assistance and emergency assistance money to keep people in their homes. -
"I've been living in the real world," Calderon says in a new ad featuring his wife and kids. Calderon left the Legislature to focus on his family. -
The City Council will hold a special meeting will be held at 4 p.m. today to discuss the proposal.
Education
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LA Unified Superintendent Alberto Carvalho, himself formerly an immigrant without legal status, has been outspoken in his support of immigrant families. -
UCLA and University of California leaders are fighting Trump’s demands for a $1.2 billion settlement over a litany of accusations, including that the campus permits antisemitism. -
The Long Beach Unified School District may soon empower its in-house safety officers to handle low-level offenses.
Featured Podcast
Why California's protest law is flawed and the consequences to protesters
After the George Floyd protests of 2020, California took steps to reign in violent policing of protests by passing laws restricting how law enforcement uses less-lethal weapons, like tasers and rubber bullets. But high profile protests in 2024 and 2025 – including this summer’s protests against the ICE raids in Los Angeles – have revealed major flaws in those laws. LAist Senior Editor Jared Bennett joins us to talk about an investigation around these flaws and what they mean for people exercising their right to free speech.
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Explore LA
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Here's what you told us about the biggest misconceptions you hear — and push back on — about Los Angeles and Southern California. -
Rufi Thorpe’s "Margo’s Got Money Troubles" is set in Fullerton. We asked the author about her local inspirations and essential SoCal reads. -
Of the more than 1,300 Historic-Cultural Monuments designated since 1962, less than 2% recognize women's contributions. The new L.A. Women's Landmarks Project aims to amend that.
Food
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Groceries saw their biggest jump in nearly three years last month, a worrisome sign for inflation-weary shoppers. Tariffs are contributing to higher prices for imported staples like bananas and coffee. -
The restaurant reopened last month, bringing back the mole, chilaquiles, café de olla and community ties that made it a neighborhood gem. -
European-style beers are being paired with Japanese ingredients like matcha and yuzu to create unique pours.
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Federal regulators say Amazon has settled their lawsuit over whether its web designs have manipulated millions of people into paying for Prime subscriptions that were purposefully hard to cancel. -
The price gap between used electric and gas cars is now just $900 — that's the lowest ever. -
Temperatures are now starting to dip after a hot, muggy spell. -
At least 3.5 million people across Southern California don’t have access to reliable internet at home. -
Register for California's Earthquake Brace and Bolt program before Oct. 1. Rental properties are eligible this year. -
The group of students want to reclaim the narrative about their community as ICE raids hurt immigrant communities across SoCal. -
Authorities are investigating a shooting Wednesday at an immigration detention facility in Dallas. -
Door-knocking is common in the solar industry and not well regulated. Being informed can protect you from predatory tactics. -
The Trump administration wants to redistribute $2.4 billion it pulled from California’s high-speed rail project as part of a new program to boost passenger rail traffic nationwide. -
Maurice Hastings, 72, was convicted of committing sexual assault and murder in Inglewood in 1983. He was sentenced to life in prison without parole, but DNA testing led to his exoneration decades later. -
The President says pregnant women should stay away from Tylenol due to possible autism link. World health authorities strongly disagree, say the drug is safe in pregnancy. -
Officials are aiming to reopen the 7-mile stretch of road by spring. It was closed in 2023 due to landslides.
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