Southern California tow truck driver fighting for life after 210 Freeway attack
Tow truck driver Jorge Arias Mayen remains in critical condition following a violent attack on the 210 Freeway that ended in a fatal CHP pursuit of the suspect.
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Southern California tow truck driver fighting for life after 210 Freeway attack
Tow truck driver Jorge Arias Mayen remains in critical condition following a violent attack on the 210 Freeway that ended in a fatal CHP pursuit of the suspect.
Experts warn 2026 could be one of the deadliest years on record for whales on the West Coast
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Under a new federal rule, colleges must leave grads better off or lose financial aid
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LA taco stand empire owner, employees charged in South LA car trunk murder
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Bonnie Tyler, who topped charts with epic 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' dies at 75
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Singer Bonnie Tyler, famous for 'Total Eclipse Of The Heart,' dies at 75
Global music superstar Bonnie Tyler, famous for her hits "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero," has died. She was 75.
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
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Residents and Lineage reps to meet at Boyle Heights warehouse fire town hall
A community meeting is scheduled for Thursday night to discuss cleanup and recovery after a weeklong fire at the Lineage Logistics cold food storage warehouse in Boyle Heights. Mayor Karen Bass, county Supervisor Hilda Solis, City Councilwoman Ysabel Jurado and company representative are expec...
Where to find FIFA Fan Zones in LA to watch the World Cup quarterfinals
World Cup watch parties are coming to the Whittier Narrows and Venice Beach as the final eight teams square off in the world’s biggest soccer tournament. The FIFA Fan Zone community events feature live match broadcasts, fan activations, music, food and more. Each Zone will offer a “distinct a...
Dodgers to visit White House following back-to-back World Series wins
The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to visit the White House later this month to celebrate their back-to-back championship victories, a White House spokesperson said. The MLB World Series champions will be welcomed by President Donald Trump on July 23. “President Trump is excited to welcome t...
Palisades village to reopen Aug. 15 following extensive fire repairs
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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.