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Since May 1, the CDC has received more than 1,600 confirmed domestic cyclosporiasis case reports, and is waiting to confirm more than 5,100 additional cases.
Crews battling brush fire and structure fire in Eagle Rock area amid dangerous heat
Crews worked to put out a brush fire that broke out in the Eagle Rock area Thursday afternoon, tearing through one home and threatening others.
In failing to plan for new housing, Costa Mesa finds itself in state’s legal crosshairs
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Disney announces this year's D23 exclusive experiences on the convention's largest show floor ever
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LIVE: Crews battling brush fire and structure fire in Eagle Rock area amid dangerous heat
Crews are battling a brush fire that broke out on a hillside in Glendale Thursday afternoon, threatening homes.
Hal Williams, known for roles on sitcoms 'Sanford and Son' and '227,' dies at 91
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LIVE: Brush fire breaks out in Eagle Rock near 2 Freeway
Los Angeles City firefighters are battling an uphill brush fire in the Eagle Rock area.
Central California man found dead in Tesla trunk prompts homicide probe
A homicide investigation is underway after 42-year-old DoorDash driver Javier Becerril was found dead in the trunk of a Tesla on Central California's Highway 152.
White House teleprompter operator made more than $100K betting on Trump's speeches: Sources
President Trump's longtime teleprompter operator is believed to have made tens of thousands of dollars by placing bets on the contents of Trump's speeches, sources say.
LGBTQ soccer club mixes competition with camaraderie
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US expands attacks on Iran, which calls Strait of Hormuz a 'red line' as it retaliates
The United States intensified its strikes against Iran on Thursday, hitting targets farther north and firing into a ship the U.S. accused of trying to break its naval blockade on the Islamic Republic.
Water main break floods West Hollywood streets, creates massive sinkhole
Several streets in West Hollywood were flooded with rushing water following a massive water main break overnight.
Water main that ruptured in West Hollywood was already slated for replacement under LADWP project
The water main that ruptured Thursday in West Hollywood was already slated for replacement as part of a high-priority Los Angeles Department of Water and Power infrastructure project.
Man in custody after attempting to evade police in Pacific Ocean
A man wanted by police ran into the water and was taken into custody more than an hour later after returning to shore.
New dads now make up more than 50% of paid family leave claims
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Blue Angels flyover: 'No reprimands. No firings. No problem,' acting Navy secretary says
On Wednesday, officials with the Blue Angels said they were conducting a review after social media footage showed the jet flying low over a crowd of beachgoers.
Palisades Fire suspect misses court again; judge demands Friday appearance
The federal court status conference for Palisades Fire suspect Jonathan Rinderknecht was delayed to Friday after he failed to appear for a second straight day.
'It was a scene from the Titanic': Fishermen recall rescuing passengers from sinking boat in SF Bay
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Meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home contains 'extraterrestrial' amino acids
Only one fragment was recovered, and that's because it punched through the ceiling of a master bedroom in a Hillsborough, New Jersey, home.
Search suspended for 3 missing after deadly boat capsizing on SF Bay with family spreading ashes
U.S. Coast Guard crews suspended their search late Wednesday for three people missing a day after a boat capsized in the cold, choppy waters of San Francisco Bay while carrying 20 family members and friends who went out to scatter the ashes of a loved one.
Local Spotlight: Toyota brings Demo Days to Pasadena
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CBP officers seize counterfeit FIFA World Cup jerseys at Port of Rochester
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says officers working at the Rochester, New York port of entry seized 80 counterfeit soccer jerseys, including 40 FIFA jerseys.
LA city controller Kenneth Mejia endorses Nithya Raman for LA mayor
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Arizona In-N-Out brawl caught on video shows customers running for cover
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Kris Jenner's mother Mary Jo 'MJ' Shannon dies at 91
Kris Jenner shared a post about her late mother, MJ, on Instagram on Thursday.
WeHo water main break creates sinkhole and array of street closures. Here's what to know
A sink hole at Sunset Boulevard and Holloway Drive in West Hollywood has swallowed up an intersection after a water main break.(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)A water main break near Palm Avenue and Harratt Street sent waters flooding through West Hollywood early Thursday, ...
An end is in sight to the sweltering SoCal heat wave
Shane Enete, of La Mirada relaxes under an umbrella while watching a surfer ride a wave after surfing on a warm day at Bolsa Chica State Beach in 2026. (Allen J. Schaben / Getty Images)Potentially dangerous heat is still in store for Southern California Thursday, but there is some respite on the ...
In Santa Monica, AI tickets are underway for cars blocking bike lanes
A woman rides a bicycle on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica in 2020. The city is making changes to ensure more bike lanes are clear of vehicles.(Robyn Beck / AFP via Getty Images)Santa Monica has issued about 50 tickets and several hundred warning citations since the city began using AI camera techno...
Say goodbye to extreme heat! Here's when relief arrives in Southern California
Relief is in sight after several days of extreme heat across Southern California.
The use of force has become a 'default tool' for ICE officers, a new report finds
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A memorial turns deadly: What we know about the boat accident near Alcatraz
Authorities are trying to determine the cause of a boat sinking on San Francisco Bay, leaving one person dead and three missing and presumed dead.
George Santos joins cast of FOX's ‘Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test’
Fifteen celebrities – including former congressman George Santos, sports champions, and reality TV royalty – are about to face the ultimate test of survival on Season 5 of FOX’s “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test."
Chase suspect swims into ocean off Pacific Palisades in attempt to evade police
A suspect who was being chased by police swam into the ocean off the coast of Pacific Palisades Thursday morning.
Pursuit suspect attempts to swim away from authorities
A bizarre foot pursuit came to an end at Will Rogers State Beach on Thursday morning.
VIDEO: LA lifeguards tackle felony suspect in ocean at Will Rogers State Beach
A bizarre pursuit unfolded at Will Rogers State Beach on Thursday morning.
Flash flood emergency occurring in same Texas region as Camp Mystic tragedy
There is growing concern about rapidly rising creeks and rivers across the Texas Hill Country following hours of torrential rain.
Joe Biden publishing 'Promise Me, America' memoir after November midterm elections
Former President Joe Biden will publish a memoir, "Promise Me, America," which he says will touch upon everything from the economy to his decision to drop his bid for reelection.
Pursuit suspect leads authorities to beach
The foot pursuit of a suspect ended at Will Rogers State Beach on Thursday.
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Major water main break in West Hollywood floods streets, submerges cars
A 36-inch LADWP water main break flooded major corridors of West Hollywood on Thursday, leaving behind buckled streets, major transit detours, and a massive sidewalk sinkhole.