L.A. cardrooms applaud court ruling to allow blackjack
A San Francisco Superior Court judge struck down regulations that would ban cardrooms from offering blackjack in California.
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Secret Service urged Trump to depart Turkey on old Air Force One as a security precaution, sources say
The Secret Service urged President Donald Trump to fly out of Turkey on the old Air Force One instead of the newly retrofitted Qatari-gifted plane out of an abundance of caution
California wolves are eating much more cattle than wild prey, study finds
A study on gray wolves' dietary preferences shows that the population regrowth is connected to the fact that wolves are feasting on cattle, while natural prey resources remain comparatively scarce. Researchers found cattle in 72% of scat samples collected.
Bonnie Tyler, who topped charts with epic 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' dies at 75
Bonnie Tyler died "unexpectedly" in a hospital in Portugal where she was being treated for an illness, her family said Thursday
UC weighs return of SAT amid early signs of changing views and faculty pressure
Six years after dropping the SAT and ACT, the University of California is weighing a return to standardized testing following intense pressure from faculty who say incoming students lack basic math and reasoning skills.
L.A. cardrooms applaud court ruling to allow blackjack
A San Francisco Superior Court judge struck down regulations that would ban cardrooms from offering blackjack in California.
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony honored with Walk of Fame star in Hollywood
A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled honoring the hip-hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony.
Woman's Club of Hollywood seeks public's help amid foreclosure threat
The historic Woman's Club of Hollywood is asking the public for help as it faces foreclosure and the potential loss of its longtime landmark property.
Experts warn 2026 could be one of the deadliest years on record for whales on the West Coast
A growing number of whale deaths along the West Coast has conservationists warning that 2026 could become one of the deadliest years on record for whales.
Heat advisory in effect for SoCal. Here's how long the hot temperatures will stick around
Scorching hot temperatures are sticking around across Southern California this week before rain chances roll in over the weekend.
Boyle Heights fire: LA County Board of Supervisors seeks more aid as another health clinic opens
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is demanding additional action from Lineage as residents near a Boyle Heights warehouse damaged by a fire continue to report ongoing impacts.
Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has died at 75
Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced, Grammy-nominated Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad “Total Eclipse of the Heart” in 1983 and seeing new generations succumb to its bombastic charms during solar and lunar eclipses, has died. She was 75. Tyler died “unexpected...
George J. Cotliar, managing editor of the Los Angeles Times for 19 years, dies at 94
George J. Cotliar, who served as managing editor of the Los Angeles Times for 19 years, died Monday at his home in Newport Beach. He was 94 years old.
Baby raccoons make unexpected visit to Dodger Stadium
Two baby raccoons briefly stole the spotlight from Shohei Ohtani before the Dodgers' game against the Colorado Rockies.
California man's hand is blown off while he's doing Fourth of July cleanup
Jason Turner and his girlfriend were walking on Point St. George Beach in Crescent City, Calif., when they noticed a shiny box with nails sticking out of it.
1.5 million borrowers were promised student loan relief. A new lawsuit wants proof it happened
A new lawsuit alleges the U.S. Department of Education may not be discharging certain federal student loans as previously promised.
U.S. and Iran exchange intensifying attacks across the Persian Gulf as ceasefire collapses
The United States launched new airstrikes against Iran early Thursday, and Tehran responded by targeting U.S.-allied Mideast countries in an exchange of fire that threatened an interim deal intended to help end the war in the Middle East. Back-and-forth attacks, including a day earlier, have r...
The Walt Disney Company celebrates 125 Emmy Award nominations
The Walt Disney Company is celebrating 125 Emmy nominations, including nods for "Abbott Elementary," "The Bear," "Paradise" and "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour."
Newport Beach police share new data on arrests and citations tied to July 4th chaos
More than half of those cited were from out of state, and the majority of those were from Arizona. police say. The youngest was just 13 years old.
Live-action 'Moana' sails into Hollywood Bowl with grand world premiere
Dwayne Johnson said, "I will never forget this night," as the live-action "Moana" made a big splash at the Hollywood Bowl for the world premiere.
New ranking shows the top cities for renters in America
A new report is ranking the best U.S. cities for renters in 2026 – and here's which cities dominate the list.
The World Cup is bringing LA's Norwegians together. You can row with them too
Fans cheer during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Brazil and Norway in East Rutherford, N.J.(Pamela Smith / AP)Norway’s historic World Cup performance has brought together Southern California’s relatively small, but spirited Norwegian community.They’ve been packing into a San Pedr...
Public health officials confirm another measles case from LAX passenger traveling to LA County
People standing in line at the Tom Bradley International Terminal at LAX. (Yusra Farzan / LAist)Topline:L.A. County has confirmed another case of measles in a traveler passing through LAX and at least one other public place July 3, public health officials announced Wednesday. They’re urging peop...
Seventh measles case in L.A. County this year identified as international traveler at LAX
An international traveler flying out of LAX has been identified as the seventh measles case in Los Angeles County this year, according to health officials.
Oil prices rise, and stocks drop worldwide after Trump says ceasefire with Iran is 'over'
Oil prices rose, and stock markets dropped in shaky trading worldwide Wednesday after President Donald Trump raised doubts about the temporary truce in the war with Iran.
Why you should be glad 500K mosquitoes are being released in San Gabriel Valley
The sterile moquitoes will be released over 16 weeks.(Courtesy San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District)The San Gabriel Valley is heading into peak mosquito season. If a new program goes well, there'll be even more of the pesky fliers than normal — and that's a good thing.The San G...
Affordable glamour at David's Bridal in 2026: Our favorite dresses from the $99 sale
Look your best with our favorite finds from David's Bridal 2026 sale event, all for $99 or less.
'The Pitt' leads Emmy nominees with 25, 'Hacks' is top among comedies with 24
"The Pitt" led all nominees with 25, while "Hacks" led all comedies with 24 for its final season as the Emmy nominations were announced.
Animals seized in cruelty cases can be stuck in shelters for months. New bill aims to change that
A bill supported by L.A. County Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman seeks to help place abused animals with a foster home or rescue group.
Memorial held for nursing student killed at Fourth of July block party in Compton
Dozens of balloons were released on the Manhattan Beach Pier Wednesday for 19-year-old Meah Bordenave-Jenkins, one of the two people killed at a Fourth of July celebration in Compton. Bordenave-Jenkins, a nursing student entering her sophomore year at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, was k...
Why Americans are flocking to this Florida retirement hot spot
New construction and a softening condo market in this county have stabilized home prices at a $487K median listing despite surging demand.
New York crash: 7-year-old girl hit, killed by school bus in Monsey, Rockland County
There was a New York crash. A 7-year-old girl was hit and killed by a school bus in Monsey, Rockland County.
Prosecutors play video of suspect in Charlie Kirk's shooting after he turned himself in
Lawyers for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk are expected to keep questioning the reliability of DNA testing that prosecutors said links the defendant to the suspected murder weapon when a weeklong hearing continues Wednesday.
7'3" police officer joins Kemah PD
Jordan 'Tiny' Wilmore is believed to be the tallest police officer in Texas!
Ample Hills Creamery dishes ice cream that's heavy on flavor, not air
For 15 years, Ample Hills Creamery has been providing top quality ice cream - in flavors you have to taste to believe.
'Please control your children': California restaurateur charges parents when kids run wild
The owner of a restaurant in Northern California has charged parents as much as $327 for damages wrought by their unruly children.
Beach warnings issued as heat sends residents to coast
With heat advisories remaining in effect across much of Los Angeles County and temperatures expected to climb into the triple digits in some inland areas, public health officials on Wednesday warned beachgoers to avoid entering the water at several county beaches because of elevated bacteria leve...
4 SoCal vacation spots you can get to with single tank of gas or one electric vehicle charge
With gas prices remaining high, AAA is highlighting several Southern California destinations that can be reached with a single tank of gas or one electric vehicle charge.
During World Cup, LA advocates have received uptick in calls for help with ICE
All eight of the Southern California matches will be at SoFi Stadium, or L.A. Stadium, as it will be called during the World Cup. (Gregory Bull / LAist)As Los Angeles revels in the World Cup, advocates who operate an ICE rapid-response hotline say they've seen an uptick in calls for help.In June,...
17-year-old faces 8 charges after wild e-motorcycle chase through Ventura's Buena High
A 17-year-old faces eight charges, including two felonies, after a reckless e-motorcycle pursuit through Ventura streets and the Buena High School campus.
Suspect taken into custody after hourslong standoff with LAPD at MacArthur Park
A suspect was taken into custody Wednesday afternoon following a standoff with police at MacArthur Park, authorities said.