Huntington Park church to hold special Mass in solidarity with quake-ravaged Colombia
A Huntington Park church will hold a Mass Sunday in solidarity for those affected by the 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia on Aug. 10.
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Standoff involving barricaded man in Hancock Park ends
A tense standoff in a residential neighborhood of Hancock Park came to an end on Sunday after hours of negotiation. Officers were called to a home near the intersection of Beverly Boulevard and Lucerne Boulevard at about 8 a.m. for a call of a man who barricaded himself inside. A...
A ‘reimagined Tomorrowland' is in Disneyland Park's future
A merry mash-up between our present-day curiosity and what the future might festively hold can and does take place now and then, and when the topic is a literal realm of tomorrow? The future only seems that much closer to today. That quirky combination, the meeting of today and w...
Inside the bitter war over cows and wilderness at Point Reyes
Dairy farmers grazing cows in Point Reyes were paid to leave, but now they want back in. They claim the park needs grazing to keep a lid on invasive species. The Trump administration is sympathetic....
Good Samaritan shot during struggle in TJ Maxx parking lot in Alameda
A good Samaritan ended up in the hospital Saturday after being shot outside a TJ Maxx store in Alameda while trying to help someone who was involved in a struggle with the suspect....
Heartfelt tributes to Puerto Rican boxer Prichard Colón ahead of public funeral
Tributes pour in after the death of former Puerto Rican professional boxer Prichard Colón, who suffered a career-ending blow in the ring in 2015. His family invites the public and all who loved him to services in Winter Park, Florida starting Aug. 18....
You can bike, skate, walk over the 5 Freeway in Irvine. And it’s awesome
A cyclist enjoys the new bridge in Irvine built over the 5 Freeway. (Jill Replogle / LAist) Irvine opened a new pedestrian bridge this week that lets you pedal, scoot, or walk over the 5 Freeway. I threw my bike in the car and went to check it out. I parked at Cypress Community P...
Driver accused of trying to run over couple and their dog during walk at the park in LA
A routine dog walk took a serious turn when a couple says a car jumped the curb to try and hit them and their dog after a verbal exchange in Mid-Wilshire....
D23 2026 photos: A look at some of the best costumes from Disney's ultimate fan event
From Deadpool to Queen Amidala, Disney fans are dressed to impress. Here's a look at some of the best costumes at Disney's ultimate fan event.
Map: Flock cameras targeted by vandals across US
Rising incidents of vandalism and law enforcement misuse connected to license plate readers are sparking alarm over how widespread the Flock cameras have become nationwide....
Shadow seen with new eagle at the Big Bear nest. Could a match be in the making?
Not long after Big Bear bald eagle Jackie's death, a new eagle named KD1 joined Shadow in the nest, sparking speculation — and fan reaction — about a possible new bond....
How a Korean street food-inspired vendor started their pop-up and popped off
Photo of Ho Tok's signature Korean pocket pancakes. Leo Jeong, chef-owner of Ho Tok Korean Pocket Pancake, originally started their pop-up as a way to bring a California take to Korean street food. Their spin on Hotteok, a pancake filled with fillings like bulgogi or chicken, has...
Venice residents, businesses turning to private company to clear homeless encampments
Frustrated by encampments, Venice residents and businesses are hiring "Ghost Town"—a private, unarmed group led by former gang members and former addicts—to mediate and clear property lines....
Mystery of missing SoCal nurse deepens as human remains are found but deemed not to be hers
The San Diego Sheriff's Office said human remains found in Palomar Mountain State Park were not believed to belong to an Oceanside ER nurse who has been missing for more than a month....
Dogs to have their day at the pool on the last day of the Los Angeles County pool season
With a heat wave baking Southern California, dogs get invited to cool off at five Los Angeles County pools.
Pedal boats are coming back to MacArthur Park. 'Boy, this water is nasty'
Pedal boats are expected to return to MacArthur Park next year, bringing back a longtime attraction as the city looks to draw more families and activity to the park....
A ballot initiative to put housing on the Santa Monica airport is officially dead — for now
Aerial view of the Santa Monica Airport (Konabish - Greg Bishop via Flickr) Proponents of a plan to set aside a quarter of the land at the soon-to-close Santa Monica Airport for housing failed to turn in enough signatures to place their measure on a future ballot. Instead, they s...
FedEx, Staples, LAZ Parking cut 500 jobs as new round of layoffs hit SoCal
Hundreds of people across the southland are headed to the unemployment office as FedEx, Staples and LAZ Parking cut jobs.
Guns drawn, wigs stitched, and yard lines crossed: New trailer drops for Season 2 of 'Chad Powers'
Glen Powell is back on the field as 'Chad Powers,' but tensions are higher than ever. Watch the trailer for Season 2 of "Chad Powers," streaming Sept. 3 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+....
'Camp Rock 3': Liamani Segura, Malachi Barton on stepping into more 'grounded' roles
After 16 years, "Camp Rock 3" welcomes a new class of young musicians, with stars Liamani Segura and Malachi Barton trading their fantasy roles for more "grounded" characters. It premieres Aug. 13 on Disney Channel and streams next day on Disney+....
100,000 sign petition to declare US ambassador to Canada persona non grata
A petition to declare U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra "persona non grata" and have him removed from his post has received more than 104,000 signatures....
Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean, Lenny Kravitz and more to headline 2026 Global Citizen Festival
Ms. Lauryn Hill and her Fugees’ bandmate Wyclef Jean will bring their pointed and political music to the Global Citizen Festival this fall. The headliners, announced Thursday, are a fitting choice. The annual gathering in New York’s Central Park rallies attendees to pressure worl...
Long Beach will soon restore a piece of its hip-hop history, and they want your advice
The VIP Records sign. (File photo / Long Beach Post) Long Beach is taking feedback on its plans to enshrine a major symbol of the city’s contribution to hip-hop . Anyone interested in the look and feel of the future VIP Records Park is being asked to participate in a workshop at ...
Travis Kelce opens up on Taylor Swift wedding: 'Best night of my life'
Kelce made the comments during a press conference following a Kansas City Chiefs training camp practice.
Kaia Gerber, Graham Campbell talk journey through the '80s in 'The Shards'
Kaia Gerber is tackling the same era her supermodel mom once dominated -- but with salacious twists -- in "The Shards."
'It's a piranha!': Boy's unexpected catch sparks reminder about exotic pet releases
An 8-year-old boy's unexpected catch at a lake in Pennsylvania has drawn attention to the issue of exotic pets being released into local waterways.
Monterey Park residents express concerns about Flock cameras, privacy at community meeting
Monterey Park is holding a community meeting on Tuesday night amid growing concerns about the city's use of automated license plate readers.
Universal to add sound barriers for new 'Fast and Furious' coaster after complaints from neighbors
Universal Studios has heard the complaints from its neighbors about excessive screaming coming from riders testing the theme park's newest ride.
Long Beach says the fence around its library is working. A homelessness committee isn’t convinced
A man walks past the Billie Jean King Main Library, which is next to Lincoln Park in Long Beach, on Aug. 10. (Thomas R. Cordova / Long Beach Post) This story first appeared on Long Beach Post . A $790,000 fence recently installed around Long Beach’s main library is drawing renewe...
Race to replace Pelosi enters the AI group chat
Scott Wiener's congressional campaign launched a chatbot parodying rival Connie Chan, sparking a rebuke from Pelosi and illustrating the minefield politicians navigate when using AI....
National Geographic releases emotional trailer for new 9/11 special, '9/11 Reunited'
"That day, someone risked their life to save my life." Survivors of the 9/11 terrorist attacks tell their stories and are reunited with those who helped save them in "9/11 Reunited," premiering Aug 21 on Nat Geo and streaming next day on Disney+ and Hulu....
A public pool day for dogs? Get ready to splash
Pugs and other flat-faced animals are especially sensitive to the heat. (Stephan Jansen / AFP via Getty Images) Topline: The dog days of summer are coming to an end with a dog day at your local county pool this Saturday, Aug. 15. The details: Five pools — from Cerritos to Sylmar ...
Trump acknowledges 'no video or proof' of alleged vandalism to Reflecting Pool
President Donald Trump acknowledged on Sunday that there was "no video or proof" of alleged vandalism to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Barbie honors legendary singer Whitney Houston with collectible doll
Barbie is honoring Whitney Houston with a Barbie Signature Collector doll, featuring the outfit she wore for her "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" video.
Destination Crenshaw was supposed to celebrate South L.A.'s Black community, but some say it's become an eyesore
Destination Crenshaw construction delays leave South L.A. neighbors frustrated over parking loss, street hazards and cracked buildings.
Long Beach plans to cut library hours, staff even as workers say demand is soaring
A man sits in one of the oversized chairs at the Billie Jean King Main Library as he looks out the second floor window overlooking Lincoln Park in Long Beach, Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023. (Thomas R. Cordova / Long Beach Post) The city of Long Beach has proposed cutting library hours a...
The trailer full of camp supplies was stolen, but the mission remained for a California nonprofit
A trailer filled with camping supplies for children of incarcerated parents was stolen in Anaheim. The nonprofit said it forgives the thief or thieves....
Mundo Maya Day returns to MacArthur Park a year after immigration raids
Traditional Indigenous dancers perform at Mundo Maya Day in MacArthur Park in an undated photo. This story first appeared on The LA Local . Sara Mijares moved to Los Angeles from Yucatan, Mexico when she was 15 years old. She had left her home behind but not her culture. Thousand...
5 low-risk fruits and vegetables as the cyclospora outbreak grows — and whether to avoid lettuce
Summer is normally one of the best times of the year to enjoy fresh produce. But this year, outbreaks of a diarrhea-producing parasite called cyclospora have sparked concern over the safety of many popular fruits and vegetables. Since May, the United States has seen a surge in ca...
'Camp Rock 3' is heading on a bus tour to summer camps across the US
'Camp Rock 3' is heading to summer camps all across the US in the 'All Roads Lead to Camp' Bus Tour.
Scientists are building a 'Noah’s ark' of California’s tide pools. It will live here in LA
Marine biologist Greg Rouse, standing, and chemist Steve Taylor collect seawater and sand from La Jolla tide pools. (Lucas Brady Woods / LAist) On an overcast morning in July, marine biologist Greg Rouse knelt next to a large tide pool near La Jolla’s Bird Rock. “This place is in...
Sea lion delivers comedy barks for surprise Aquarium of the Pacific proposal
An engagement proposal made a big splash at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach. In video posted Tuesday on the Long Beach aquarium’s Instagram page, an unsuspecting Amber Lee can be seen posing with Trevor Kelly and Parker the sea lion. Lee, facing the camera, was asked to...