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DA reduces cop's whistleblower charges, Olympics construction fast-tracked, Palisades Fire retrial — Evening Edition

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District Attorney Nathan Hochman will reduce charges against an LAPD Officer Daniel Flores who was accused of illegally recording his fellow officers as they offensive remarks. L.A. City Council approved a move that would fast-track construction on some temporary projects for the 2028 Olympics. The man accused of starting a fire that led to last year’s destructive Palisades Fire pleaded not guilty today. Plus, more on the Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

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