No Pulisic, no problem: US tops Australia 2-0 in World Cup despite missing its star
If Turkey draws or loses tonight, the Americans will be guaranteed to win their group.
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LA man's case highlights gaps in care and oversight at DHS detention centers
Federal officers shot Ricardo Parias eight months ago during an ICE operation to detain him. His lawyer says he is still in pain, highlighting gaps in DHS oversight and care.
Chabria: Behested payments aren't illegal, but they are a problem. Especially for Newsom
Media and pundits pounced on millions in charity payments Gov. Gavin Newsom has solicited for nonprofits, including ones his wife is involved in.
Lopez: They found a new park hiding in plain sight in the middle of Los Angeles
Hungry for greenery in a city short on parks, residents have reimagined San Vicente Boulevard.
LACMA to turn Wilshire into a ‘living gallery’ with inaugural Art Parade
The west coast edition of gallerist Jeffrey Deitch’s famed art block party will include some 1,400 participants.
James Burrows, director of classic shows 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85
Burrows got his start in television relatively late at age 35, directing episodes of "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "The Bob Newhart Show," and "Laverne & Shirley."
After public outcry, PUSD Board votes to save some trees slated for removal
The district had said nearly 200 trees needed to be removed to clean up contaminated soil.
It’s an art show, but it’s also the club, and a celebration of LA’s Black queer dance scene
To preserve the history of L.A.’s Black queer underground clubs, this artist recreated them.
Boyle Heights warehouse fire flares up again, sending smoke over Northeast LA
A large plume of white smoke billowed out of a cold storage facility on Friday afternoon, two days after the fire first ignited at the Boyle Heights warehouse.
Arellano: The joy of Mexico's World Cup soccer triumph in the Trump era
A year earlier, Fourth Street was empty. Federal immigration agents were seizing people across the city. On Thursday night, Santa Ana erupted in joy.
Latest Boyle Heights shelter-in-place order lifted as crews battle cold-storage facility fire
The fire at a cold-storage facility broke out Wednesday afternoon and has been full of challenges for firefighters.
Metro plans to extend Eastside light rail to Montebello. Residents express their views
A 4.7-mile, $7.9-billion extension of Metro's E Line would link East L.A. to Montebello with four new stations, including an underground relocation of the current Atlantic stop.
Video: LAPD releases graphic footage of officer shooting dog after Knicks victory
Los Angeles police Friday released body cam footage of an officer killing a woman's pet dog in a case that has sparked outrage and questions.
L.A. poised to lose $100 million in state grants to fund transportation projects
Los Angeles appears poised to lose in its attempt to keep $100 million in state grant funding for transportation projects in some of the neediest neighborhoods after a state commission declined to hear the city's appeal for an extension.
'I'd be happy with the tie': Korea, Mexico showdown brings more love than rivalry in L.A.
Love was in the air in Koreatown's Seoul International Park on Thursday, where a sea of thousands of people in red and green jerseys joined together to celebrate soccer's favorite romance.
Beer, with a twist? SoCal dads find solidarity through an unexpected activity
The Santa Barbara Dads father's group offers a way for dads to congregate and share experiences and camaraderie with peers, something its founder Austin Nieves feels most fathers lack.
The B-52 bomber is an iconic, aging warhorse. Probe of fatal crash could influence its future
The investigation into the B-52 crash that killed 8 airmen at Edwards Air Force Base in California will likely include a review of any past incidents involving the fleet of aging heavy bombers.
Arellano: On the avenue that bears César Chávez's name, murals honoring him remain — for now
I wasn't sure what to expect when I went to check out the César Chávez murals on the Eastside avenue that bears his name.
This plant extract can make a lethal drug cocktail. Can it also treat opioid addiction?
The U.S. will begin to test kratom for its potential to treat opioid disorder. In California, a complaint targets a business accused of violating kratom restrictions.
Pico Rivera's Cristian Roldan may be last made-in-high-school U.S. World Cup star
Cristian Roldan, a U.S. player from Pico Rivera, played at a local high school and didn't take a traditional route to the World Cup with U.S. Soccer.
Overdoses in L.A. jails are fueled by long waits for drug addiction treatment, staffers say
Despite a push to expand medication-assisted treatment for drug addiction, wait times in L.A. County jails are leading to more overdose deaths, according to jail staffers and inmate advocates.
'I love America!': With the World Cup, Inglewood becomes an international hub
Soccer fans from all over are pouring into Inglewood for the World Cup. It's a boon for local businesses.
A traveler with measles passed through LAX. Officials urge caution amid World Cup crowds
This is the fourth measles case confirmed in a passenger passing through LAX while possibly contagious this year, and the sixth case overall reported by L.A. County health officials.
Double-murder suspect caught after CHP deploys spike strips, uses PIT maneuver
The California Highway Patrol arrested a double-murder suspect following a 90-minute pursuit through the hills dividing L.A. and Kern counties.
Californians love mail-in voting. That may have to change come November
Voters could see a significant difference in how ballots are handled and counted by the next election.
Calling young soccer fans and artists: LA City Hall needs your help with a large-scale installation
Artist-in-residence Liseth Amaya is collecting at least a thousand wooden hexagons, decorated by youths as part of a City Hall commission.
The man behind the World Cup and how LA fans are experiencing his decisions
Gianni Infantino is the head of soccer's largest governing body. Here's what to know about his rise, as well as his defense of ticket prices and human rights concerns.
'Summer of '94': How the last World Cup on American soil changed US soccer forever
The documentary chronicles how soccer became a major sport in the U.S. during its first World Cup.
Mexico becomes first country to reach knockout stage of World Cup, beating South Korea 1-0
It marks a major triumph for a team that failed to get out of the group stage in 2022 and now has won twice on home soil in front of jubilant crowds.
SoCal sheriff's deputy charged in 100-mph crash that killed groom-to-be, injured fiancée
The charges stem from a September 2025 collision in Riverside County when prosecutors say the deputy was traveling about 100 mph with lights and sirens, responding to a report of a shooting.
Political watchdog fines Newsom for failing to report $5.5M in solicited donations on time
The California Fair Political Practices Commission said most of the violations were for failing to report that Gov. Gavin Newsom and his his staff directed inquiries from companies and foundations to offer help after the Los Angeles wildfires to the California Fire Foundation.
Video: Shots fired near Koreatown World Cup watch party; one man injured, another detained
The shooting happened as dozens had gathered at a park to watch the World Cup match between Mexico and South Korea
Well-known arts couple found dead in running SUV on Northern California freeway
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the deaths of Judith and Wylie Sheldon, whose bodies were found in a running vehicle on the side of the 5 Freeway near Redding.
Gang members targeted victims at secluded L.A. lookout points, D.A. says. They face long prison sentences
Five gang members were sentenced for their involvement in robberies in murders in 2023 the ended with three deaths, according to prosecutors.
Why public bathrooms are hard to come by in LA, according to a historian
With the World Cup fully underway and the LA28 Olympics on the horizon, bathroom access is bound to cause a stir, but it wasn’t always like this.
Shelter in place order reinstated as crews ventilate charred Boyle Heights storage building
People in the immediate area were ordered to shelter in place for hours on Wednesday after the fire reached an ammonia line at the cold storage facility.
Huntington Beach finally adopts housing plan
The city was facing fines of up to $50,000 a month for shirking state law.
$177M in LA tenant aid is being held up while city officials argue over why
City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto alleges a legal aid organization hasn’t complied with its contract. But L.A. housing officials say they’ve seen full compliance.
Yes, I enjoyed LA's new AI Museum. Here's why I still didn't like it
From scent-emitting devices to psychedelic rainforest visualizations, does Dataland manage to rebrand AI art?
Best things to do this weekend in LA and SoCal: June 19-21
Juneteenth events, Father’s Day treats, LACMA’s Art Parade, River Solstice Festival and more of the best things to do this weekend.
Inside a new Iranian bakery in Miracle Mile, ahead of Iran's next match
Sahar Shomali puts her bread in the oven with one ear on the morning news from Iran.
LA City Council places non-citizen voting proposal, police reform on November ballot
The proposal, if approved by voters, could lay the groundwork for dramatically changing the electorate in Los Angeles.
MacArthur Park nurtured generations of soccer players. Now its fields are about the World Cup
As the 2026 men’s World Cup unfolds, L.A. soccer lovers weigh in on the park that’s been at the center of controversy.
How 30 minutes of recess could change how your child learns
Up to 40% of U.S. school districts have limited recess to free up more time for academics. Experts say that tradeoff is hurting kids in more ways than one.
Inside the FBI's battle to keep drones out of World Cup sites amid heightened terrorism fears
FBI agents are working in command centers, watching out for unauthorized flying objects during the World Cup.
Bill to limit prison off-ramp for the mentally ill could soon head to Newsom
Citing a series of violent crimes that followed criminal defendants being spared of convictions due to diagnosed mental illnesses, state lawmakers have pushed forward legislation backed by California prosecutors to limit who can qualify.
Shaikin: An Anaheim vision: The Anaheim Angels in a new stadium, next to a youth sports complex
A new owner could move the Angels, but Anaheim offers a 150-acre site with what every owner in pro sports covets: land around the venue to turn the property into a year-round money-making operation.
Lopez: There might be one advantage to climate change: More home runs at Dodger Stadium
The receding marine layer means less resistance for rocket launches at Chavez Ravine.
Shelter-in-place order continues in Boyle Heights as fire burns inside warehouse
The flames at the Boyle Heights cold-storage warehouse reached an ammonia line, which started off-gassing and led to several small explosions, the Los Angeles Fire Department said.
L.A. City Council agrees to put noncitizen voting, police oversight measures on Nov. 3 ballot
City Council approves package of city charter reforms, including noncitizen voting, for the Nov. 3 ballot. A measure to expand the council to 25 members was sidelined for further study.
Former Irvine dog trainers convicted in deaths of 11 dogs; D.A. calls actions 'unbelievably cruel'
An Irvine dog trainer, who operated Happy K9 Academy, was convicted of killing 11 dogs by keeping them in small crates in a hot van and lying to the pets' owners about the deaths, authorities said.
Billionaire tax proposal declared eligible for the November ballot
The proposal tenatively qualified for the November ballot after election officials verified petition signatures gathered by supporters of the billionaire tax.
Voting officials fear DHS may actually be a threat to elections this year
Voting officials worry that DHS will not be a partner helping to secure elections.
Senate postpones confirmation hearing for intel chief after Trump's call to delay
Kevin Warsh takes questions from reporters for the first time since taking over as Chairman of the Federal Reserve.
Senate postpones confirmation hearing for intel chief after Trump's call to delay
The Senate Intelligence Committee said it will move ahead with the confirmation process for Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence Today.
Summer arrives in SoCal with triple-digit temps. What to know about the incoming heat
Some parts of SoCal could see triple-digit temperatures, according to the National Weather Service.
Civilian oversight panel sues LA Sheriff’s Department over failure to release use-of-force documents
The lawsuit focuses on three subpoenas involving a deputy shooting and two deputy beatings.
Compton oil recycling facility cited by air quality regulators
The district has received dozens of odor complaints since the start of the year.
California won’t consider LA's request for extra time on $100M in street improvement projects
The city had requested six additional years to ready the projects for construction.
In about-face, LA council votes to pursue a ballot measure for ‘mansion tax’ reforms
A previous council committee decided against sending tax changes to voters. But now, the full council wants to move forward with a November ballot measure.
Massive fire breaks out at Boyle Heights commercial building, LAFD orders shelter in place
Fire broke out around 2:35 p.m. at 1400 S. Los Palos St., according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Ex-officer for L.A. firefighters union charged with stealing from charity
Adam Walker has been under scrutiny since 2024, when the local union's parent organization suspended him from his union position and accused him of improperly depositing more than $75,000 of the charity's funds into his personal accounts.
Families of B-52 crash victims remember loved ones; 'I just wish I could've kept him longer'
Military officials on Wednesday identified the crew of eight who died when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California.
Los Angeles mom who killed her two young children was legally insane, court finds
Jasmine Hickman, who admitted Tuesday to killing her 7-year-old daughter and newborn baby in 2017, was sent to a state hospital rather than prison after a court found her to be legally insane at the time of the crime.
Trump administration pays $765 million to kill more offshore wind projects, including one off California
The Trump administration on Wednesday said it will pay developer Invenergy $765 million to walk away from four U.S. wind leases, including one off the coast of California, and invest instead in geothermal and fossil fuel projects.
A 7th DUI conviction for Salinas man, an unpleasant discovery in In-N-Out drive-through for police
A Salinas man was sentence to three years in prison for his 7th DUI conviction, with four of those coming in the last ten years.
These zoo babies smell like popcorn. San Diego Zoo celebrates birth of two bearcats
first-time bearcat parents Nettle and Garret gave welcomed a pair of biturong babies at the San Diego Zoo in late March.
Effort to exempt new apartment buildings in L.A. from 'mansion tax' moves forward
On Wednesday, the Los Angeles City Council directed the city attorney to draft a ballot measure that would exempt new apartment buildings from the Measure ULA tax that funds affordable housing and homeless prevention efforts.
Passengers 'Ride the D' — and other Metro lines — in droves as World Cup mania sweeps SoCal
World Cup games at SoFi Stadium this summer have driven L.A. Metro ridership rates up to the highest they've been in six years.
Crews gain control of Boyle Heights warehouse fire; 'highly toxic' ammonia leak spurs concern
Los Angeles Fire Department ground crews, hazardous materials teams and three water-dropping helicopters were deployed to the blaze.
Bear claws 19-year-old's face and chest through window of Crestline home
Although bear attacks are rare, the incident has rattled some residents in the small mountain community of Crestline and sparked a probe by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Boyle Heights fire: What to know about safety orders, air quality
A fire involving an ammonia gas leak inside a cold storage facility in Boyle Heights has prompted health orders over air quality.
Carjacking suspect injures 5 people in hit-and-run rampage into Culver City
A suspected carjacker hit five people with a stolen vehicle before he was arrested by police, according to officials.
How is SoCal celebrating Juneteenth this year?
L.A. and Orange County offer an abundance of unique events for those looking to celebrate Juneteenth this year.
Why Chance the Rapper ‘completely 180’d’ his views on LA
From “Xan-zombie” to karaoke regular, Chance told us about the evolution of his relationship to L.A.: “I'm not a 20-year-old kid that's throwing mansion parties every day.”
Arellano: Saying farewell to O.C.'s fighter for 'los otros'
Attorney Federico Sayre represented victims of police brutality, including Rodney King, working in both Los Angeles and his home base of Orange County.
Two beatings, shooting by L.A. sheriff's deputies at center of watchdog records lawsuit
The Civilian Oversight Commission filed a lawsuit seeking access to confidential files from the L.A. Sheriff's Department, including use-of-force reports for three incidents involving deputies.
L.A. defies the skeptics for a World Cup marked by unity, mutual respect, fearlessness
Against a backdrop of anxiety heading into the World Cup, fans from a kaleidoscope of cultural backgrounds have come together to act out the kind of world — and Los Angeles — they want to live in.
In dramatic vote, county board blocks LAUSD takeover of Locke High
The L.A. County Board of Education overruled LAUSD in a 5-2 vote, allowing Green Dot Public Schools to keep managing Locke High School in Watts.
L.A. voters could be asked to boost spending on parks. Finding the money comes later
The problems facing L.A.'s parks and recreation facilities have been well-documented. Now, council members want to boost the funding allocated each year.
The woman who championed Big Bear's celebrity eagles leaves behind a $10-million mission
As supporters honor late Friends of Big Bear Valley leader Sandy Steers, the nonprofit races to raise millions to protect what it says is vital foraging habitat for the famous eagles.
He graduated high school with honors. ICE detained him the next day
Wilber Urbina Garcia was at a routine ICE check-in when he was taken away. He and his family had applied for asylum after leaving Nicaragua in 2022.
Barabak: Gerrymanders, judges and an alley-oop: A look at the midterm fight for control of Congress
With the redistricting battle just about over, Republicans come out ahead but are still at serious risk of losing the House. Democrats face an uphill fight to win the Senate, but their odds have improved.
Pasadena Unified’s plan to cut down nearly 200 trees angers residents
One teenager has spent hours perched in a threatened oak in protest. The district’s goal is to finish the work before students return from summer break.
Ex-businessman extradited and charged in execution-style killings across Southern California
A former businessman has been charged and extradited in connection to the execution-style killings of an attorney in Rolling Hills Estates in 2009 and an ex-employee in Whittier in 2011, according to authorities.
Another crash at L.A. County's Whiteman Airport is sparking calls for federal reform
A 77-year-old pilot landed at the Whiteman Airport but faulty landing gear caused the plane to crash, according to airport officials.
Newsom seeks political advantage in probe he says Trump ordered
As he eyes a run for president in 2028, Gov. Gavin Newsom of California is taking advantage of a federal investigation into him and his wife to boost his national profile.
B-52 bomber crash came as Air Force was upgrading legendary workhorse
For more than 60 years, the B-52 has been the "backbone of the strategic bomber force for the United States." Now officials are looking into what went wrong in a deadly crash at Edwards Air Force Base that killed 8 onboard.
Panel balks at plans to expand L.A. City Council to 25 members
A committee says a council expansion plan needs more study. The full council will meet Wednesday to determine which charter reform measures should go on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Locke charter high school students are improving. Why that may not be enough to stop closure
LAUSD wants to shut down this charter school, citing poor performance. But advocates argue the school performed worse under LAUSD control. Here's what we know.
L.A. Zoo, deteriorating and losing members, needs new leadership, grand jury finds
The grand jury is urging a new public-private partnership, saying the action is crucial for the Los Angeles Zoo to survive.
Kidnapped child found in Mexico; father arrested in mother's slaying
A missing 5-year-old girl was found safe in Mexico and her father was arrested in connection with her abduction and the killing of the girl's mother, according to authorities.
B-52 'burst into flames' after sudden crash, killing 8: What we know
Investigators are trying to determine the cause of a B-52 bomber crash that killed eight Monday in California. The crash occurred during a 'routine test mission' at Edwards Air Force Base.
Iranians divided on war unite to watch the World Cup
Some Iranians in the diaspora are protesting or avoiding the game, seeing the team as interchangeable with the government they fled from. Others put aside politics and gathered to celebrate the community's resilience.
Wildfire in Riverside County grows to 2,600 acres
A wildfire in Riverside County has forced residents to leave their homes as crews work to contain the flames.
A loan program seeks to help immigrant businesses shut out by the Trump administration
A new partnership is connecting qualifying small business owners with interest-free loans of up to $50,000.
Fans expected a flag ban at Iran’s first World Cup match in LA, but it was all over SoFi
FIFA had previously indicated that Iran’s pre-revolutionary flag would be banned in its stadiums. But many fans were seen waving it in the stands.
LAUSD board passes budget plan with painful future cuts, but saves Black student equity program
The fiscal stabilization plan is expected to prevent a multi-billion-dollar deficit, but is likely to result in thousands of layoffs in the coming years.
3 LA restaurants honored with James Beard awards
Los Angeles was recognised in the 'Oscars' of the food world.
Californian is infected with rare tick-borne illness. What to know about the deadly bacteria
The fourth person in the U.S., the third California resident, has been infected with the bacterium Rickettsia lanei.
Wild deer captured and kept in a dog crate for weeks. A Bay Area resident is cited
A Sonoma County resident was cited for sequestering a fawn for weeks in a dog crate.
Fresh evidence leads to new probe of Pasadena cop-on-cop 'horseplay' shooting, chief says
A witness with additional information has led to a new investigation into the shooting of a Pasadena police officer by a colleague, the city's police chief said.
'We lost eight great Americans' in fiery B-52 bomber crash, Air Force colonel says
All eight people aboard the U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber plane that crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California are presumed dead. Officials say the crash occurred during a "routine test mission."
Newsom says DOJ conducting baseless investigation of him and his wife at Trump's direction
Newsom said that in recent days, "federal agents have knocked on the doors of family friends and former employees," and have been "demanding records" in a quest to find any kind of wrongdoing by him or his wife.
Hundreds rescued at Newport Beach this month; more dangerous coastal conditions ahead
Dangerous conditions are expected to continue along Southern California beaches this week, with officials warning swimmers to be mindful of life-threatening rip tides and sneaker waves that could catch beachgoers off guard.
Skydiver reported near LAX, conjuring memories of 'jetpack man'
A military transport plane pilot landing at LAX reported seeing a skydiver in a wingsuit Sunday, drawing comparisons to LAX's 'Jetpack man' of 2020.
$4-billion sex abuse case in limbo: Victims 'will die before they get paid,' attorney warns
People who claim they were abused in L.A. juvenile halls are pushing to receive payouts from a $4-billion settlement. The county D.A. says money should not be distributed until an investigation into potential fraud is complete.
Chabria: Trump goes after Newsom's wife? Unsurprising, but also a new level of authoritarianism
The Department of Justice investigating Jennifer Siebel Newsom has all the appearances of the Trump administration seeking to stop a political rival who has a real shot at knocking MAGA out of the top office.
'So happy' after Knicks' win, then family says LAPD killed their dog
A video circulating on social media shows a woman sobbing in the hallway of a Canoga Park apartment complex, hugging a dog who is wearing a Knicks shirt. The dog had been shot.
Kids tormented by racist bullying at Inland Empire elementary school, lawsuit alleges
A mother is suing Redlands Unified School District, alleging her two children were subjected to months of racial harassment and bullying at school, according to a complaint.
Crews get handle on Stevenson Ranch fire as trio of blazes burn in L.A. County
The fire, one of several currently burning in Southern California, has charred more than 40 acres in the Pico Canyon Park area.
Iran ties New Zealand 2-2 in first World Cup match in LA
The team arrived in L.A. on Sunday, the same day the U.S. and Iran announced a deal to end the war.
Newsom says he’s on Trump’s ‘hit list’ as Justice Department interviews governor’s friends
Gov. Gavin Newsom said the Trump administration appears to be investigating him and his wife.
Scientists find thriving fungi, a hopeful sign where 1.3 million Joshua trees were burned
A recent study led by a UC Riverside ecologist finds that fungi that help Joshua trees absorb water and nutrients are thriving in an area of the desert that burned in 2020.
Measure to put affordable homes on Santa Monica Airport land won’t be on November ballot
Proponents say they’re still collecting signatures and aiming to qualify their measure for the ballot in November 2028.
Dangerous conditions continue as heavy surf and high tides cause damage to SoCal beaches
The conditions are expected to last through much of this week.
Best things to do this week in LA and SoCal: June 15-18
Bloomsday, more World Cup madness, a hip-hop block party and more of the best things to do this week.
In Orange County, six-figure salaries now qualify as 'low income'
With OC rents and home prices soaring, the state says individuals making up to $104,200 per year are now eligible for “low-income” housing.
El Niño has arrived: 5 ways California could get pummeled
El Niño is typically associated with a higher chance of more rain in Southern California. But the powerful climate pattern could affect the Golden State in a number of ways.
What COVID is teaching doctors about the relationship between viruses and cancer
The pandemic has left some evidence that viral infection may play a role in reawakening dormant cancer cells already present in a patient's body before infection.
This startup was supposed to revolutionize California's wine industry: 'It totally failed'
Monarch Tractor, a startup founded in 2018 with promises of saving farmers time and money, collapsed after customers reported its tractor could not operate autonomously.
How to volunteer for the 2028 L.A. Olympics: Applications open in July
Here's everything you need to know to apply to work as a volunteer during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Historic swells continue to batter California beaches. When will the surf die down?
The risk of flooding and dangerous surf at California beaches will continue until Wednesday, officials say
Watch police rescue dogs locked in U-Haul near Temecula
Police rescued 31 neglected dogs from a hot, unventilated U-Haul truck near Temecula. The owner was arrested and faces 21 felony animal cruelty charges.
4 things to know about the new sunscreen ingredient the FDA approved
The new ingredient is called bemotrizinol, and it has several advantages over the chemical sunscreen ingredients previously available in the U.S.
Justice Dept. approves Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery
The proposed $111 billion merger would unite two rival studio giants — Paramount, owner of CBS, and the much larger Warner, which includes HBO and CNN.
East LA residents weigh the promise and impact of Metro E Line extension to Montebello
East LA residents are concerned about how construction will impact small businesses. They also want better outreach.
FBI seizes drones near SoFi Stadium and the Coliseum during the World Cup
Operators were cited for violating a no-drone order during the tournament.
Fire near Palmdale burns 200 acres, triggers evacuation orders
Los Angeles County firefighters had roughly 22% of the fire contained as of Saturday night.
California's slow vote count stirs frustration, but changes would be hard
Experts say there are some commonsense changes California could make to speed up its vote counts, including better funding county election offices and encouraging earlier voting. But dramatic shifts will be hard, especially before November.
With Iran set for World Cup match at SoFi, L.A. Iranians see glimmers of unity
As Iran's team prepares for its World Cup opener Monday at SoFi, L.A. Iranians argue among themselves, as some seek unity through sport.
New MLK hospital program brings amputations to zero for at-risk diabetic patients
A new program has boosted patients' health while avoiding painful, costly surgeries. In its four years, only one high-risk diabetes patient has needed an amputation.
Chabria: The enemy of my enemy is a billionaire. Get over it
As income inequality is reaching serf-lord levels, hating the rich seems easy and reasonable. But maybe we should make sure our outrage is working for us, not against us.
Here's how SoCal's car washes are learning to operate in the Trump era
Immigration raids have had widespread effects on industries in Southern California. But few business were hit as frequently as the region's car washes.
L.A.'s Year of the Dog: Why Pratt and other candidates campaigned against animal abuse
Spencer Pratt and other candidates in L.A.'s primary election appealed to animal advocates, a group seen as being able to 'move the needle' in tight races.
Theft suspect dead, 2 San Francisco police officers hurt after being struck by Lexus SUV
A theft suspect died, and two San Francisco police officers suffered injuries after being run over by an SUV during an attempted arrest in Nob Hill.
UC Berkeley doctoral student accused of espionage, Chinese authorities say
He was a dissent from Myanmar who traveled to China for academic purposes. Now Chinese authorities are accusing him of espionage.
Spencer Pratt decries 'very suspicious fire' at his crystal company office in Pacific Palisades
Spencer Pratt suggested that a "very suspicious" fire at his Pacific Palisades crystal office may be a politically motivated reprisal following his mayoral run.
FBI seizes drones, cites pilots near SoFi Stadium during the World Cup
The FBI said the pilots violated the Federal Aviation Administration's temporary flight restrictions over certain stadiums hosting World Cup matches.
Camp Pendleton breach leads to cocaine and fentanyl bust
Two suspects were arrested and face federal charges after breaching Camp Pendleton during a traffic stop. Their car was carrying pounds of cocaine and fentanyl.
Infectious measles carrier likely visited San Francisco airport, Bay Area county warns
Santa Clara County health officials are warning of potential measles exposure at SFO international terminal and two San Jose businesses.
He's been making 1-inch soccer players out of gum wrappers since age 10 — see them at LACMA
Fútbol Is Life meticulously recreates historic moments from men’s and women’s soccer... with miniatures.
Lopez: From the scene of South L.A.'s erupting sidewalks, 5 questions for Bass and Raman
Local activist Earl Ofari Hutchinson calls for emergency response to busted South L.A. sidewalks.
Federal judge rejects fired biologist's free speech lawsuit over Yosemite trans flag demonstration
A National Park Service biologist flew a trans flag in the park while off-duty. Then, they were fired.
Trump prosecutor in L.A. pushing unusual public search for voter fraud before count is in
First Assistant U.S. Atty. Bill Essayli is waging an unusual campaign to find election fraud in California despite DOJ guidelines saying not to during vote counting.
Woman swept out to sea in Santa Cruz becomes California's second death amid ongoing swell
One woman is dead and another is in critical condition after they were swept out to sea by a powerful tide in Santa Cruz amid hazardous ocean conditions that forecasters warn will continue across the California coastline this weekend.
LA homeless agency has been underspending tens of millions of dollars allocated to it
A recent audit found the L.A. Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) underspent its budget by $108 million in the last fiscal year, mainly because of “program delays.”
The US dazzles in its World Cup opener in LA, dominating Paraguay 4-1
It was an impressive start to a home World Cup.
El Niño is here. What that means for fire season in Southern California
Los Angeles and California fire officials and experts warn that El Niño storms could lead to flooding and mudslides in burned areas.
LAUSD takes Cesar Chavez's name off two schools following community votes
The move follows an investigation that found the famed labor leader sexually abused girls and women.
LA homeless agency has been underspending tens of millions of dollars allocated to it
A recent audit found the L.A. Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) underspent its budget by $108 million in the last fiscal year, mainly because of “program delays.”
US soccer fans takeover SoFi Stadium as USA vs. Paraguay kicks off the World Cup in LA
It’s the first FIFA World Cup game of the season in the U.S., which is hosting the tournament with its neighbors, Canada and Mexico.
A fugitive was wanted for 2 killings in California. After 8 years on the run, he was found in Laos
A man suspected for two California killings was captured in Laos after eight years on the run, officials said. He was returned to California to face charges.
Unfounded claims of homeless voter fraud roil L.A. We went to Skid Row for answers
Spencer Pratt supporters are spreading stories of vote fraud involving homeless people in the L.A. mayoral race with little or no evidence of wrongdoing.
Missing 6-year-old boy from Compton last seen with his caregiver
Authorities are seeking the public's help in finding a missing 6-year-old from Compton last seen with his caregiver.
Pokémon GO to jail: Robbery suspects nabbed in trading card setup
Two arrested in San Francisco after a trading card sale turned into a robbery involving pepper spray.
Officials say possible hantavirus case in San Quentin prison was false positive
A reported possible case of hantavirus in an inmate at the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center was determined to be a false positive after further laboratory testing.
Spencer Pratt appears to concede election in aggressive video threatening Bass and Raman
Pratt posted a video saying his campaign was over, but vowed to continue advocating for change at City Hall without 'campaign laws hamstringing me.'
David Hockney, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, dies at 88
Hockney moved from London to Southern California in the 1960s and was an innovative painter, photographer, stage designer and printmaker.
5 things to know about California’s backlog of police shooting investigations
Investigations into fatal shootings by California police take so long that officers often cannot be decertified or charged with most crimes.
Why the 1986 World Cup was a turning point for me
LAist correspondent Adolfo Guzman-Lopez remembers the year his life was changed — by the U.S. government, by his own tenacity — and a Mexican soccer player named Hugo Sanchez.
Trump now says a peace deal will be announced 'soon,' cancels further strikes
President Trump had previously been amping up his rhetoric against Iran.
Bass carried more Latino neighborhoods than Raman and Pratt combined, precinct data show
The mayor flipped areas that supported Rick Caruso in 2022 and led the pack among Latino-majority neighborhoods.
Warning of cuts to medical services, L.A. County health officials ask state for emergency funds
Measure ER isn't enough, according to the head of L.A. County's Department of Health Services, which has joined other California health systems in lobbying for emergency funds.
After uncertainty, a positive sign for L.A. Olympics transportation funding
The funding requires passage in Congress, but its approval in committee last week is a crucial signal of investment from Washington after weeks of uncertainty.
A vision of "healthy village" for General Hospital has everything but funding
A new master plan to turn L.A.'s iconic but derelict General Hospital building and surrounding grounds into the centerpiece of a 41-acre healthy village blends affordable housing, local business, food courts, cultural venues and community gardens with the county's largest health and mental health complex.
Amid travel bans, ICE fears and political turmoil, wary fans try to find World Cup joy
The most ambitious FIFA World Cup in history is underway, but geopolitical rifts, travel bans and high ticket prices threaten to smother the excitement.
'Unreal' crash that killed 5 SoCal teens spurs reckoning over alcohol culture
Five Santa Maria teens died in a single-car crash where alcohol was believed to be a factor, authorities said. The tragedy has sparked a call to action around local alcohol culture.
House Democrats ask new ICE director to roll back policy limiting oversight visits
Democrats wrote a letter in response to a policy that requires lawmakers to identify detainees at least two business days before a visit and provide a signed consent form from each detainee.
Trump's quiet crackdown: Fewer ICE raids, harsher rules push immigrants to leave
Along with focusing on deportations, the administration is deploying other tactics to deter legal, as well as illegal, immigration.
Arellano: In Orange County, a progressive Latina pol beats back well-funded haters — again
Expect the race between Jessie Lopez and David Penaloza in California's 68th Assembly District to become a referendum on whether the leftward trend of Latino voters in Orange County continues — or whether its center holds.
Stanford gets reprieve from subpoenas seeking records about trans kids' care
The decision temporarily bars Stanford's Lucile Packard Children's Hospital from producing pediatric records while a judge weighs whether a Texas grand jury can force the California medical center to hand over its files.
Wife of Riverside city manager files legal claim against the city he runs
The wife of Riverside's city manager alleges the city violated her rights by investigating her without due process in retaliation for her criticism of public officials.
Body of girl swept away in Laguna Beach found during aerial search
The body of a girl who was swept into the ocean with her family in Laguna Beach this week has been recovered, authorities said.
Feds suspend LAHSA from receiving federal money, citing financial mismanagement
The Trump administration suspended LAHSA from receiving federal funds, citing financial mismanagement.
Man known as 'prophet' of an Oroville religious group sentenced for sexually assaulting members
An Oroville group leader has been sentenced to 225 years in prison for sexually assaulting the members of his religious organization.
Gunfire breaks out at a child custody exchange in Covina; one person killed
A man was fatally shot on Tuesday when violence broke out during a child custody exchange at a Home Depot parking lot in Covina, police said.
Immense fire engulfs million-square-foot California warehouse; smoke seen for miles
Fire erupted on the roof of a medical supply warehouse in Tracy, Calif.
HUD halts federal homeless dollars to LA-area's lead agency, citing mismanagement
The move could jeopardize tens of millions in federal dollars that flow from HUD to LAHSA each year.
Duarte students uncover the history of a community buried by freeways
Duarte High School’s inaugural ethnic studies class dug into the story of Rocktown, a majority Black and Latino community.
Embattled LA County judge loses seat in primary election
In a rare step, voters decided to not give sitting judge Robert Draper another term.
Activists, supervisors debate use of chemicals in Orange County’s flood control channels
Orange County residents want to halt the use of herbicides in local flood channels, but the majority of the Board of Supervisors believes it’s more complicated than that.
Homicides are on decline in LA but shooting deaths of unhoused people remain disproportionately high
LAPD data shows at least 278 unhoused people have been shot and killed in Los Angeles since 2015. An investigation by LAist and The LA Local found that is an undercount.
To loved ones, murder victim Zackery 'Turdle' Melton was far more than just 'unhoused'
Turdle was the 16th unhoused person to be shot and killed in Los Angeles last year, an investigation by LAist and The LA Local has found.
How Cheech Marin helped the ‘Godfather of West Coast graffiti’ break into the art world
A new art exhibition reunites the actor and comedian (and advocate of Chicano art) with Los Angeles graffiti artist Chaz Bojórquez and declares: 'Chicano art is American art.'
How to choose a preschool in Los Angeles
In Los Angeles County alone, there are about 9,000 licensed early care and education providers. Here's how to get started with understanding your options.
Why aren't hotels full for the World Cup — and what does it mean for LA?
Thousands of soccer fans are expected to descend on SoFi Stadium in Inglewood Friday to mark the start of the World Cup in Los Angeles. Yet hotel rooms are sitting empty.
LA's World Cup Fan Festival opens. Here’s a look inside the official celebration
The World Cup kicks off today, and so does a four-day fan festival at L.A. Memorial Coliseum.
More than 250 tax-funded LA apartments sit empty under key Mayor Bass homelessness strategy
The vacancies, uncovered by an LAist investigation, are part of an initiative L.A. Mayor Karen Bass introduced years ago.
El Niño is here, and chances are it'll be a doozy. What that means for California
El Niño has officially arrived, and the latest edition is shaping up to be particularly potent — potentially bringing higher amounts of rain to Southern California.
UC to consider reinstating SAT, ACT tests after faculty say students are deficient in math
The University of California will consider bringing back SAT and ACT requirements for first-year admissions. UC ended test requirements in 2020.
Murder suspect charged with 3 more SoCal killings going back decades, prosecutors say
A San Diego man has been charged in three additional murder cases, including two from decades ago.
Pasadena police officer shoots colleague during 'horseplay' in department parking lot, chief says
Pasadena police have released a video of a police officer shooting a colleague during "horseplay" in the department parking lot.
ICE accused of retaliating against Adelanto hunger strikers with transfers and solitary confinement
More than a 100 detainees were on a hunger strike over conditions at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center in San Bernardino County.
Northbound 101 Freeway near downtown L.A. reopened following fatal shooting
All northbound lanes of the 101 Freeway approaching downtown Los Angeles have been reopened in Boyle Heights on Thursday evening after a shooting that involved a California Highway Patrol officer.
Becerra heads toward the November election with a major edge over Hilton in governor's race, poll shows
A Berkeley IGS poll shows Democrat Xavier Becerra begins the general election campaign for California governor with a big lead over Republican Steve Hilton.
L.A. voters are stuck with status quo in City Hall
L.A. voters reelected all City Council members running in the June 2 primary while rejecting outsider Spencer Pratt's bid to be the next mayor.
Mayor Karen Bass' brother joins Palisades fire lawsuit against city of L.A.
Kenneth Bass, the 78-year-old brother of L.A. Mayor Karen Bass, is alleging that the city led by his sister is responsible for the property loss and emotional distress he suffered when his Malibu home burned down in the Palisades fire.
Locke High's grand charter school experiment faces shutdown as LAUSD moves to take back campus
LAUSD wants to take back Locke high school from Green Dot after two decades. Officials say the charter school is failing; defenders want a closer look at data.
World Cup-related scams: What to know about fake websites, ticket offers and payment requests
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is warning the public of World Cup-related online scams including fake websites and suspicious ticket offers.
Democrats keep Prop. 50 promise alive through primary, with momentum heading toward November
California Democrats are bullish about winning in all five Congressional districts they targeted to flip after Proposition 50. Experts said the results of last week's primary election show signs of danger for Republicans.
Spencer Pratt became a voice for L.A.'s disaffected. Where do his supporters go now?
When Republican Spencer Pratt burst into Los Angeles politics, venting a torrent of online fury against Mayor Karen Bass' handling of the Palisades fire, he pitched his mayoral campaign as a full-bore challenge to L.A.'s political status quo.
Measure ER backers celebrate passage of half-cent sales tax for healthcare
The sales tax increase is expected to raise about $1 billion a year to fund the region's safety net healthcare system.
Large south swell brings massive waves to SoCal beaches
A beach hazard is in effect until Thursday afternoon.
Homicides are on decline in LA but shooting deaths of unhoused people remain disproportionately high
LAPD data shows at least 278 unhoused people have been shot and killed in Los Angeles since 2015. An investigation by LAist and The LA Local found that is an undercount.
L.A. is hosting free World Cup watch parties at county and city parks. Here's where to find them
The L.A. county and city parks and recreation departments are hosting free World Cup watch parties across the region.
Rebecca Grossman and ex-Dodger should pay nearly $200 million in boys' deaths, jury finds
A civil jury in Van Nuys has found Rebecca Grossman and ex-Dodgers pitcher Scott Erickson liable in the deaths of two young brothers in a car crash, indicating they should pay the boys' family nearly $200 million in damages.
OnlyFans creator gets prison after fetish session turns deadly for customer
Michaela Rylaarsdam, an OnlyFans creator who duct taped a man's mouth and put a plastic bag over his head during a fatal fetish recording, was sentenced to four years in prison for involuntary manslaughter.
California sues Trump administration over planned ICE facility near Gilroy
The lawsuit alleges that the leased land is zoned exclusively for agricultural use and that the federal government violated laws requiring state and county notification, as well as procedural steps required before beginning construction.
Democrat Fiona Ma, Republican Gloria Romero to face off in race for lieutenant governor
State Treasurer Fiona Ma and former California Senate Majority Leader Gloria Romero secure spots on the November election ballot in the race for lieutenant governor.
Crews make progress battling fire at Camp Pendleton; evacuations lifted
A brush fire at Camp Pendleton on Wednesday threatened structures and temporarily prompted an evacuation order for the base's golf course and evacuation warnings in nearby areas of Oceanside.
This creepy insect has been found on grapevines. What it could mean for California's wine industry
A pest that is considered a major threat to California's vineyards and its $73-billion wine industry has been found on grapevines sold at Northern and Central California Costco stores between April 21 and May 21, according to authorities.
Reward jumps to $85,000 in cold-case killing of Altadena 4-year-old shot on a relative's porch
The L.A. County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously approved reinstating the reward in the decade-old slaying of Salvador "Chavita" Esparza and increasing it by $10,000.
Driver smashes into Manhattan Beach laundromat, killing customer inside
A woman was killed Tuesday night after a driver drove into a laundromat in Manhattan Beach, according to police.
Child remains missing in Laguna Beach after being swept into ocean by dangerous waves
A mother and two children were swept into the ocean in Laguna Beach on Tuesday, and one of the children remains missing, according to officials.
5 teens killed in crash in Santa Maria; alcohol may have played a role, police say
Police believe that the vehicle may have been speeding and that alcohol may have been a factor in the crash.
Deputies called after juveniles ride e-bikes through Walmart aisles in Orange County
Deputies were called after two young riders were spotted driving e-bikes through Walmart aisles in Lake Forest, nearly striking shoppers.
Supporters cheer new L.A. County healthcare sales tax: 'It's a lifesaver'
Supporters of the Measure ER half-cent sales tax rallied Wednesday to celebrate what they framed as a historic win for the region's cash-strapped healthcare system.
In trial opening, feds accuse man of lighting Palisades fire as 'revenge' on the wealthy
In opening statements, federal prosecutors accuse Jonathan Rinderknecht of starting a fire that reignited as the Palisades Fire to get 'revenge' against society.
Spending recs for $3.7 million recovered from Andrew Do scheme to be up to his successor
Residents of Do’s former district urged supervisors to back away from spending the money in other areas, with many equating that to stealing the money twice from residents.
FBI executes search warrant at site of Garden Grove chemical meltdown scare
Thousands of residents surrounding the tank had to be evacuated over Memorial Day weekend.
Olympic ticket sales reopen in August. Here’s what we know about the upcoming drop
LA28 say the second drop will offer tickets across all sports, at a range of price points.
With Phillips 66 oil refinery closing, some South Bay residents worry they’re being left out
A task force to improve transparency and community input on cleaning up the oil refinery and redeveloping the property has stalled in Carson.
Ad nauseam: How message fatigue tanked Tom Steyer's $216-million campaign
Despite spending a record-shattering amount of his wealth on his run for governor, Steyer failed to win enough votes in last week's primary to advance to the November general election.
Why the L.A. mayoral runoff is about to be a 'knife fight'
Experts say Bass and Raman are generally aligned on policy, which means the mayoral campaign ahead is likely to be characterized by attacks on each other.
Arellano: Spencer Pratt could have been a real contender. His greatest enemy was himself
Spencer Pratt had a few things going for him when he launched an insurgent campaign to become Los Angeles' next mayor.
California's e-bike laws and restrictions: A guide on what to know
Here's a quick guide to whether yours or your kid's e-bike is legal under California law and who is legally allowed to ride them.
Medicaid cuts reignite clash between California health worker unions, hospitals
The looming impact of federal Medicaid cuts has reignited a costly battle between California's medical industry and one of its largest health worker unions.
Wildfire almost destroyed a pristine California island. Inside the fight to save this ecological oasis
It's been just days since firefighters reached full containment of the 18,379-acre blaze on Santa Rosa Island. Crews are now assessing the damage.
VA promise of 800 new homes on West L.A. campus this year shrinks to 260
Veterans Affairs is calling for bids to build up to 260 units of temporary housing on its West L.A. campus, reducing its earlier promise of 750 to 800 units and delaying the deadline.
'It's an injustice': Shrinking state funds could slow fixes for Californians with toxic water
California is set to reduce funding for a program that helps communities with contaminated water. Critics say it will stall progress.
'Inappropriate' images show up in Pomona recreation guide. City is investigating
Pomona officials launched an investigation this week after pornographic images were found in at least two copies of the city's summer recreation guide.
California's slow vote count faces changes as Supreme Court decision on late ballots looms
The U.S. Supreme Court could soon rule that California cannot accept ballots after election day. Experts are unsure what effect that would have on the counting process, but say there are other steps the state could take to speed things up.
Advocates urge support for measure that would allow noncitizens to vote in L.A. elections
The measure by Councilmember Soto-Martínez would allow noncitizens in Los Angeles to vote in city and school district elections.
Battle rages at City Hall over proposed rodeo ban
Rodeo lovers and animal welfare advocates showed up at City Hall to debate a draft ordinance that would ban the events in Los Angeles.
Becerra and Hilton spar about electoral integrity as Trump claims California elections are rigged
As Trump pushed unfounded claims that California's elections are rigged, the security of the ballot box became a flash point in the governor's race.
LAPD officer hit in ballistic vest, suspect wounded as shots exchanged after Boyle Heights pursuit
An LAPD officer was hit in the ballistic vest when police and a gunman exchanged fire after a police pursuit in Boyle Heights, police said.
Man who took hostages at Trader Joe's acquitted of murder in case where LAPD killed manager in gun battle
Gene Atkins was acquitted of murder charges in the 2018 death of Mely Corado, a Trader Joe's manager who was felled by LAPD bullets during a shootout between police and the convicted felon.
Former Fox News host Steve Hilton clinches a top spot in governor's race, will challenge Xavier Becerra
Former Fox News host Steve Hilton wins a spot in the California governor's race. He will face Xavier Becerra in November.