California employer health premiums will cost as much as a new car in 2027
Employers are bracing for what could be the highest rise in health insurance premiums in 16 years, driving up the cost of family coverage in California to more than $30,000.
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Blue Angels conducting review after jet flies over Florida beachgoers
Officials with the U.S. Navy's elite Blue Angels flight demonstration squadron said they're conducting a review after social media footage showed a jet flying low over a crowd of beachgoers in Pensacola Beach, Florida.
After wildfires destroyed 95% of this California tribe's forests, members uncovered 1,200 ancestral sites
After devastating fires turned their forest into a moonscape, members of the Konkow Valley Band of Maidu found evidence of their vibrant tribal history everywhere.
'It'll buy us time': Feds to pay millions to prop up dwindling Lake Mead
A Southern California water agency is among those partnering with the federal government to prevent a large reservoir from reaching a critically low water level.
'I didn't cheat.' California DMV's test fraud claims spark frustration, anger
Frustration is growing among California drivers and legislators asking what evidence of suspected cheating led the DMV to invalidate 11,000 knowledge tests.
California employer health premiums will cost as much as a new car in 2027
Employers are bracing for what could be the highest rise in health insurance premiums in 16 years, driving up the cost of family coverage in California to more than $30,000.
Crews stop forward progress on Santa Clarita fire that prompted evacuation warning, threatened homes
A brush fire that erupted in Santa Clarita prompted evacuation warnings, but crews quickly got it under control despite the extreme heat and difficult conditions.
Becerra leads Hilton by wide margin in California governor's race, new poll finds
A new poll in the race for California Governor shows Democrat Xavier Becerra is leading Republican Steve Hilton by a wide margin
Pointe Fire in Santa Clarita triggers evacuation warning
Evacuation warnings were issued after a brush fire erupted in Santa Clarita on Wednesday afternoon.
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.
LAHSA delays release of 2026 homeless count results
LAHSA has not yet released Los Angeles County’s 2026 homeless count results nearly six months after the annual Point-in-Time Count, despite saying they should be available soon.
Search suspended for 3 missing after boat with family spreading ashes capsizes on San Francisco Bay
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.
Californians back Becerra and reject AI data centers by big margins, poll finds
A new poll shows Xavier Becerra with a hefty lead in the California governor's race. Voters also expressed strong opposition to AI data centers and nuanced views on environmental policies and affordability.
South Los Angeles business owner says crime, drug activity push neighborhood to breaking point
A South Los Angeles business owner says ongoing crime, drug activity and trash outside his auto body shop have created unsafe conditions.
Crime pushing business to breaking point: Owner says
A South Los Angeles business owner says ongoing crime, drug activity and trash outside his auto body shop have created unsafe conditions.
Put your clothes back on! Beloved San Gregorio nude beach to become part of public state park
For decades, nudists and naturists flocked to San Gregorio Ranch to romp clothes-free, but that will end when the beach becomes part of the state park system.
Person found dead on steps of City Hall after jumping from 26th floor, internal memo says
A person was found dead on the steps of Los Angeles City Hall on Wednesday afternoon after apparently jumping from the 26th floor of the building, according to an internal city message reviewed by The Times.
'It was a scene from the Titanic': Fishermen recall rescuing passengers from sinking boat in SF Bay
"It was a scene from the Titanic in real life. Like people banging on the window trying to get out. It's probably something I will never forget." Two commercial fishermen described the desperate rescue efforts they undertook after a three-level vessel sank in San Francisco Bay with 20 people on b...
Unsolved LA: A mother holds onto memories as search for Marcelis Gude's killers continues
Five years after 22-year-old Marcelis Gude was gunned down on a Watts street, his mother and the LAPD say they are still searching for answers.
Palisades fire suspect expected in court Thursday ahead of October retrial
Jonathan Rinderknecht's status conference was delayed until Thursday after he did not appear in court Wednesday.
Deadly crash in San Fernando Valley destroys Ukrainian couple's American dream
A Ukrainian woman who fled the war with her fiancé is now mourning his death after a fatal crash, which police say was caused by a driver running a red light.
Consultant worked on $577,000 airport contract while advising Bass for free
Yusef Robb was an unpaid spokesperson and advisor for L.A. Mayor Karen Bass. In 2024, he signed a contract with Los Angeles World Airports for $450,000 over three years, later updated to include additional work for $137,500.
Man stands in front of Metro bus, holds up traffic in Koreatown, video shows
Commuters already have enough challenges to get to work on time, but new video shows the moment a man held up traffic while messing with a Metro bus in Koreatown.
Driver leads police chase across South Los Angeles
A driver and a passenger led a dramatic police chase across South Los Angeles.
At Van Nuys bakery, fans cheer as Argentina reaches World Cup final
Argentina advanced to the World Cup final after defeating England on Wednesday, sending fans into celebration at Mercado Buenos Aires in Van Nuys.
Irvine puts ranked-choice voting on the November ballot — with a caveat
An Orange County voter casts his ballot in November 2025.(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)Irvine voters will have an important question at the ballot box in November: Do you want ranked-choice voting?Late Tuesday, the City Council agreed to place a measure that would switch ...
Passenger leaves behind huge hunk of meth in rideshare vehicle
A man was arrested in San Francisco after leaving a backpack, allegedly filled with illegal drugs, in the back of a rideshare vehicle. The rideshare driver helped police nab the suspect.
Becerra, Hilton give preview for reshaped California governor's race in dueling L.A. speeches
Both Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton stuck to familiar themes in their separate speeches to Latino leaders in downtown L.A. as they jockey for position in the California governor's race.
Cheap Fast Eats Artesia: get spicy for $15
Bollywood Dance, European Tailor, Tacos Birria, Nilly's Burgers and a Nepali and Indian Grocery share a single strip mall marquee — a snapshot of the Artesia corridor.(Gab Chabrán / LAist )As you make your way down Pioneer Boulevard, the first thing you notice is the signage.On a single strip ma...
Elon Musk likely broke the law by promising voters $1 million payouts, Wisconsin board says
Elon Musk likely broke Wisconsin law when he promised to hand out $1 million checks to voters in the 2025 state Supreme Court election, a bipartisan panel has found.
Pointe Fire burns near Bowman High School in Santa Clarita
A view of the Pointe Fire in Santa Clarita on July 15, 2026.(UC San Diego)This story is no longer being actively updated. For the latest information, check the following resources:CalFire incident pageLatest evacuation mapL.A. County incident pageL.A. County Fire Department social mediaSanta Clar...
Attorneys for Nolan Wells' family agree to joint inspection of teen's recovered cellphone
Attorneys for Nolan Wells' family said they will work with the local district attorney's office investigating his death to inspect the contents of his cellphone.
SoCal poker player hog-tied and robbed of his winnings in Las Vegas Airbnb
A Huntington Beach poker player said that he was hog-tied and robbed of his poker winnings at his Las Vegas Airbnb on Sunday night.
Crews make progress as Pointe fire threatens homes in Santa Clarita
A fire in Santa Clarita briefly spurred evacuation warnings and threatened structures, growing to about 52 acres before forward progress was halted at around 4 p.m.
Trump administration launches crackdown on teacher sexual misconduct
The Trump administration has launched a national crackdown on how school districts handle accusations of sexual misconduct by teachers, following a KQED-ProPublica investigation into California’s teacher disciplinary system.In guidance issued last week, Secretary of Education Linda McMahon cited ...
The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday
Argentina will play Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Hegseth directs troops over 30 to have testosterone checked
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says troops will be tested annually for testosterone levels.
Nation's largest landlord accused of Section 8 discrimination in California
A housing watchdog group has filed a complaint against Greystar, the nation's largest corporate landlord, accusing the company of 53 instances of Section 8 discrimination in California.
'Descendants: Wicked Wonderland' features magic, music and a new royal twist
Villains, heroes and plenty of music return in "Descendants: Wicked Wonderland." Kylie Cantrall, Malia Baker, Rita Ora share what fans can expect.
Argentina is back in the World Cup final after a thrilling semifinal win over England
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates the team's second goal by Lautaro Martínez during their World Cup semifinal against England on Wednesday in Atlanta. Argentina defeated the English 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final against Spain.(Shaun Botterill / Getty Images) ATLANTA — Argentina, the death-de...
2026 ESPY Awards: How to watch, who's nominated and more
A look at athletes nominated for the 2026 ESPY Awards, plus when the ceremony takes place and how fans can watch the show.