Millions of sterile male Mexican fruit flies to be released in San Diego County
Millions of sterile male Mexican fruit flies to be released in San Diego County
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Eaglet Luna takes his 1st flight; sister Sandy spotted 1 day after fall from Big Bear nest
Good news from the Big Bear bald eagle nest! Eaglet Luna took his first flight on Monday, and his sister, Sandy, was spotted nearby after a scare over the weekend.
Tesla slams into cafe patio in Simi Valley
At least one person is dead after a Tesla slammed into a couple of outdoor dining tables at a cafe in Simi Valley.
Woman pinned under Tesla in fatal crash at Simi Valley shopping center
Police say a woman was killed Monday when a motorist drove onto the sidewalk outside a cafe in Simi Valley.
Millions of sterile male Mexican fruit flies to be released in San Diego County
Millions of sterile male Mexican fruit flies to be released in San Diego County
Nancy Pelosi launches new democracy institute at UC Berkeley and will teach a class
Nancy Pelosi and UC Berkeley are partnering to form a new nonpartisan academic institute, which they say will be dedicated to strengthening democracy. Pelosi will also be co-teaching a course on Congress.
L.A. homeless agency sues the Trump administration to stop cutoff of federal funds
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority has asked a federal judge to issue a temporary restraining order halting HUD's effort to suspend federal funding.
Valley Relics Museum shares pop culture, Americana from California's San Fernando Valley
As we get ready to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, take a look inside the Valley Relics Museum.
Group shares commemorative flags honoring Betsy Ross to celebrate America's 250th anniversary
A commemorative flag often tied to Betsy Ross featuring 13 stars and stripes is being presented to communities across the country.
LA has a delayed deal to recoup Olympic costs, but concerns about who will pay for security remain
LA28 chair Casey Wasserman speaks with L.A. Mayor Karen Bass at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on August 10, 2024.(Luke Hales / Getty Images)After months of hand-wringing, Los Angeles and LA28 have come to a tentative agreement on how Olympics organizers will reimburse the city for its expenses for...
1 killed, 5 injured after Tesla crash at Urbane Cafe restaurant in Simi Valley
One person was killed and five others were injured after a Tesla crashed at an Urbane Cafe restaurant in Simi Valley, authorities say.
With Boyle Heights warehouse cleanup underway, Bass calls for resources and accountability
Cleanup is underway now at the Boyle Heights food storage warehouse that spewed smoke around L.A. earlier this month.(Alejandra Molina / Boyle Heights Beat)Topline:Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass signed a pair of executive orders Monday to ramp up efforts to clean the mess left by the fire that burn...
LA’s lead homelessness agency sues HUD, challenging suspension of funds
Tents in the Skid Row area of downtown Los Angeles on June 11, 2026. (Apu Gomes / AFP / Getty Images)Topline: L.A.’s lead homelessness agency, LAHSA, filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development on Monday, asking a judge for relief from a federal funding suspension...
Cause of death revealed for 'Lilo & Stitch' voice actress Daveigh Chase
A cause of death has been revealed for Daveigh Chase, a 35-year-old former child actress who voiced Lilo in "Lilo & Stitch" and also portrayed Samara Morgan in the horror film "The Ring."
Princess Kate climbs Britain's three highest peaks in 24 hours to raise money for cancer hospital
Catherine, Princess of Wales, completed Britain's arduous Three Peaks Challenge over the weekend to support the hospital where she underwent cancer treatment two years ago.
'Adventure Time: Side Quests' stars discuss Finn and Jake's early adventures
"Adventure Time: Side Quests" has officially dropped on Disney+ and Hulu! ⚔️ Sasha Knight and John DiMaggio discuss returning to Ooo, reviving Finn and Jake's early brotherly bond and taking on epic new quests.
Newsom’s parting gift: A budget that delays California’s deep cuts to 2027
Following weeks of negotiations, Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic legislative leaders have agreed on a $351.7 billion budget next year that raises some taxes, sets aside $6.4 billion for the year after and softens or delays billions of dollars in planned social service cuts.The budget, Newsom’s l...
Comcast plans to split into two public companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky
Comcast is planning to split itself into two separate publicly traded companies by spinning off NBCUniversal and Sky.
More than 100 Venezuelans who were deported from the US hours before the earthquakes are missing
More than 100 people just deported from the United States were being held in a hotel when earthquakes struck Venezuela.
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson drew inspiration from his grandfather in his return as Maui in Disney's new live-action 'Moana'
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson drew inspiration from his grandfather in his return as Maui in Disney's new live-action 'Moana'
Driver who was allegedly doing over 100 mph charged with murder in death of LAPD officer
Authorities say a Los Angeles man with a history of excessive speeding was going approximately 112 miles per hour when he struck and killed an LAPD sergeant who was helping another motorist after a crash on the 405 Freeway last year.
SoCal kids roasting marshmallows airlifted to burn center after tabletop fireplace jets out flames
Two children were airlifted to a burn center after a tabletop fireplace used to roast marshmallows burned them and a relative.
San Francisco Archdiocese to pay $395 million to sexual abuse victims
The San Francisco Archdiocese has agreed to pay $395 million to settle lawsuits tied to the church sex abuse scandal
Amid smell and rodent worries, millions of pounds of rotting meat hauled off in Boyle Heights
The steady work of hauling 85 million pounds of rotting food out of a damaged warehouse in Boyle Heights began on Sunday, officials said, and city officials have already started mitigation efforts to address concerns of pests, smells, and a steady stream of trucks in the area.
'They don't have the goods': Residents criticize plans to retry Palisades fire arson case
But experts were not surprised by the plan to retry the case, saying that prosecutors now know how witnesses will testify, what the defense will argue and how some of the evidence landed with the jury.
Search underway for missing swimmer off Newport Harbor coast
A major search and rescue operation is underway for a missing swimmer off the coast of Newport Harbor.
Star-maker Clive Davis honored at funeral that draws Bruce Springsteen, Dionne Warwick and others
Davis died June 22 in his Manhattan apartment at the age of 94, a few weeks after he had been hospitalized for an upper respiratory issue.
Retro movie palaces draw new crowds to downtown Los Angeles
As the nation marks its 250th birthday, we're taking a look at a true piece of Americana: the movie palace.
Luigi Mangione to stand trial in Manhattan federal court in January; State trial set for September
Luigi Mangione will stand trial in Manhattan federal court beginning January 5 with jury selection followed by opening statements January 25.
3 firefighters killed in fire on Colorado-Utah border trying to shield themselves from flames ID'd
Three firefighters killed over the weekend in a wildfire along the Colorado-Utah border were trying to shield themselves from flames by deploying tent-like shelters when they were overcome, authorities said.
After Sandy falls out of nest, both Big Bear eaglets take first flight
Luna lifted off and flew away from the nest a little before 9:30 a.m. Monday.(Friends of Big Bear Valley / YouTube)Both of Jackie and Shadow’s eaglets have left the nest — but one of the famous Big Bear birds fell more than flew.Luna, the younger eaglet, took its first flight away from their Jef...
Trump says the US and Iran will meet in Qatar after weekend attacks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio (left) meets with Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa during Rubio's visit to the Middle East to discuss the interim deal between the U.S. and Iran with Arab Gulf allies, and to attend a meeting by members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), at Al-Sakhir Pala...
Photos: Hospital of Emotions pop-up exhibition
For a limited time, the former St. Vincent Hospital in Los Angeles is transformed into a living art museum of emotions.
Boyle Heights still dealing with rancid stench after warehouse fire. What we know about cleanup
The stench of 85 million pounds of rotting food inside a burned down Boyle Heights warehouse can be smelled from miles away, and that's impacting businesses in the area.
John Oliver will guest star on 'General Hospital'
"General Hospital" promises an explosive week ahead and adds "Last Week Tonight" host John Oliver in a "significant role."
US Marine declared dead after going missing during training exercise off Southern California coast
The U.S. Marine who went missing during a training exercise off the coast of Southern California has been declared dead, authorities announced on Monday.
Man arrested after allegedly throwing concrete chunks at LAPD from high-rise building in downtown L.A.
A man was arrested Monday morning after throwing chunks of concrete at police in downtown Los Angeles, according to authorities.
California man accused of recording nude women in tanning booths. Prosecutors call for harsher penalties
A San Luis Obispo County man has been charged with 12 misdemeanor counts of invasion of privacy after prosecutors say he secretly recorded nude women while they were inside tanning booths at a fitness center.
Appreciation: L.A.'s ultimate monster: The lesson of Veda Pierce
Veda Pierce always had her eye on the bigger house, the fancier car, the richer man. It was a drive that would destroy her life and make her one of the greatest L.A. villains of all time.
Chicago rapper Twista pleads guilty to not paying over $440K in income taxes, documents show
Chicago rapper Twista has pleaded guilty to not paying over $440,000 in income taxes between 2019 and 2023, and he could face up to five years in prison, court documents obtained by ABC7 showed.
Garden Grove tank crisis: Phase 1 of chemical cleanup to begin after 3-week delay
The first phase of the chemical cleanup is set to begin Monday at the GKN Aerospace facility where a chemical mishap forced thousands of people from their homes in Garden Grove.