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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
California colleges reveal their military weapons stockade after CalMatters investigation
A University of California campus police officer pushes a pro-Palestinian protester away from a moving San Diego Sheriff's bus with arrested protesters onboard at UC San Diego in San Diego on May 6, 2024.(Adriana Heldiz / CalMatters)For many public colleges and universities in California, keeping...
Benny, the Disneyland security dog, retires after 6 years
A special retirement took place at Disneyland this week as Benny the security dog hung up his harness.
Coast Guard crews raise sunken boat in Lake Michigan near Chicago beach
Coast Guard crews attached flotation devices to a sunken boat in Lake Michigan and then inflated them, raising the boat above the water. The boat sank on Sunday during heavy fog and rain when the pumps could not keep up with the water.
Judge orders E. Jean Carroll be paid $5.8M after jury found Trump sexually abused and defamed her
Trump had resumed defamatory attacks against Carroll as his lawyers considered asking the high court to reconsider its decision.
Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'over;' US strikes Iran for 2nd time
Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran has raised questions about whether the two sides will resume all out war.
'Los Rugrats' cartel boss charged with narco-terrorism in Southern California
Authorities said the suspect appeared to have named his faction after the Nickelodeon animated series "Rugrats," a show about a group of toddlers and their day-to-day lives.
Toddler suffers brain injury after daycare worker tosses him into the air, lawsuit alleges
A family is suing a fitness and hospitality center in El Segundo after their toddler allegedly suffered a severe brain injury when an employee threw him up in the air and failed to catch him.
Acclaimed Broadway director making feature film debut with Disney's 'Moana'
Thomas Kail is an Emmy and Tony award-winning Broadway director who worked with Lin-Manuel Miranda on the smash-hit stage productions 'Hamilton' and 'In The Heights.'
LA's first luxury gas station 'Maggie's Refuel' is coming to Beverly Hills
Food-tech entrepreneur Alex Canter has raised $2 million to launch Maggie’s Refuel, a luxury gas station and boutique market opening in Beverly Hills in 2027.
Santa Ana voters to decide whether to make sales tax increase permanent
Santa Ana voters will be asked in November whether to keep a 1.5% sales tax from sunsetting in 2029.(Getty Images / iStockphoto)Santa Ana’s Measure X — a 1.5% sales tax — is scheduled to decrease starting in 2029, meaning the city could lose out on $30 million in revenue. Voters will decide in No...
Raven-Symoné, Adrienne Bailon, Sabrina Bryan return for 'The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen' for Disney
Cheetahlicious news! A new "Cheetah Girls" movie is in the works at Disney, with Raven-Symoné, Adrienne Bailon and Sabrina Bryan.
The Dinah reveals headliner for Palm Springs festival
The two-time Grammy winner will share the stage with some big acts at the world's longest-running music festival for lesbian and queer women in Palm Springs, happening Sept. 30 to Oct. 4.
LAPD weighs canceling academy classes to get more cops on streets for Olympics
LAPD officials have discussed a temporary pause on classes to free up hundreds of officers involved in training new recruits in time for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2028, according to department sources.
3 charged with premeditated murder after body found in burned car at South LA tow yard
Los Angeles prosecutors have identified a body found in a burned car trunk last year as Soledad Lopez, filing premeditated murder charges against three suspects.
LAPD in standoff with person barricaded in MacArthur Park restroom after possibly simulating firearm
The LAPD was involved in a standoff with a person who barricaded themself in a MacArthur Park restroom after possibly simulating having a firearm.