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An environmental package and other big bills close out the California legislative season. After last week's Charlie Kirk killing, organizers and city departments ramp up security at the Emmy Awards. Researchers zero in on one possible source of pollution at the Santa Monitor pier -- bird poop. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting<a href="https://laist.com/"> https://laist.com</a> Visit<a href="http://www.preppi.com/LAist"> www.preppi.com/LAist</a> to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!<a href="https://laist.com" rel="payment">Support the show: https://laist.com</a>

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Major environmental bills headed to Newsom, Emmys security, Bird poop & SaMo  — Sunday Edition

Major housing bill that would bring taller and denser housing to the state is awaiting Newsom's signature. Actor Sean Astin has been elected as SAG-AFTRA's new president. We take you inside the long shuttered General Hospital in Boyle Heights, which will be transformed into new housing. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting<a href="https://laist.com/"> https://laist.com</a> Visit<a href="http://www.preppi.com/LAist"> www.preppi.com/LAist</a> to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!<a href="https://laist.com" rel="payment">Support the show: https://laist.com</a>

SB79 passes legislature, SAG-AFTRA new prez, Inside the spooky General Hospital — Saturday Edition

A study finds the natural gas leak in Aliso Canyon 10 years ago has had major health impacts. L.A. is setting a roadmap for what it'll do with its parks over the next 2 decades. We tracked down what happened to the famous Arby's sign in Hollywood. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at <a href="https://laist.com/podcasts/LAist.com/join" data-cms-ai="0">LAist.com/join</a> and by visiting <a href="https://laist.com/" data-cms-ai="0">https://laist.com</a> Visit <a href="https://www.preppi.com/LAist" data-cms-ai="0">www.preppi.com/LAist</a> to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!  <a href="https://laist.com" rel="payment">Support the show: https://laist.com</a>

Aliso Canyon methane leak has long-term health effects, LA's new plan for its parks, The mystery of the missing Arby's sign on Sunset — The P.M. Edition

A judge is barring LA police and federal agents from using force against journalists covering protests. Separately, California lawmakers ban law enforcement, including the feds, from wearing masks. The plan to reform LA's so-called "mansion tax" has fallen apart. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at <a href="LAist.com/join">LAist.com/join</a> and by visiting <a href="https://laist.com">https://laist.com</a> Visit <a href="https://www.preppi.com/LAist">www.preppi.com/LAist</a> to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!  <a href="https://laist.com" rel="payment">Support the show: https://laist.com</a>

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