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New South Los Angeles campaign takes aim at abandoned cars flooding neighborhood streets
Councilmember Curren Price launched a $25,000 campaign urging South Los Angeles residents to report abandoned vehicles.
Huntington Beach homeowners continue fight over sewer easement as pool demolition moves forward
The O.C. Sanitation District continued work on a controversial sewer easement project, demolishing another backyard pool as a legal battle with homeowners moves toward trial....
Campaign to clear out abandoned cars in South LA
Councilmember Curren Price launched a $25,000 campaign urging South Los Angeles residents to report abandoned vehicles.
'Calculated act of violence': Man gets life sentence in racially motivated L.A. Metro stabbing
Gerald Pitts was sentenced to life in prison in a racially motivated stabbing of a Latino passenger on an L.A. Metro bus in Exposition Park.
'Absolute betrayal': Lifeguards speak out against California parks official accused of secretly filming them
A former California state park officer made his first court appearance Thursday morning after being accused of secretly recording nearly two dozen men inside an employee locker room....
Former CA State Parks superintendent accused of secretly recording lifeguards appears in court
A former state park superintendent accused of secretly recording lifeguards in a locker room in Orange County made his first court appearance on Thursday....
Alleged scammer targeting ex-NFL players found dead in pool
An investigation is underway into the death of the alleged mastermind behind a million-dollar scheme targeting former NFL players and other athletes.
Ex-state parks superintendent accused of recording naked lifeguards appears in court
A former California state parks superintendent accused of secretly recording naked lifeguards at a Bolsa Chica State Beach locker room and sharing some of the images appeared for a court proceeding Thursday attended by some of his accusers. Kevin Pearsall , 59, of Long Beach , wa...
'Camp Rock 3' star Malachi Barton reveals words of wisdom from the Jonas Brothers at Variety event
Disney star Malachi Barton is booked and busy! He shares how he's balancing his packed schedule and embracing his rise to fame as Variety's newest Rising Star Award recipient....
'Where are we going to go?' Bell Mobile Home Park residents notified of potential move
Residents of the Bell Mobile Home Park say they learned Tuesday of the city's latest plans to possibly sell the city-owned property, a proposal that could ultimately require all 115 homes in the park to be removed....
Waymo robotaxis frustrate Los Angeles residents by taking parking spaces, blocking traffic
Waymo robotaxis are taking up parking spaces in residential neighborhoods, frustrating some Los Angeles residents.
Measles-infected Universal Studios visitor spent whole day at the park
Public health officials warn of possible measles exposure at Universal Studies Hollywood last month.
CA gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton accuses Xavier Becerra of putting migrant children at risk
California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton continued his criticism of opponent Xavier Becerra during a campaign stop in Fresno on Tuesday, accusing the former U.S. health secretary of mishandling the treatment of unaccompanied migrant children....
Best things to do in LA and SoCal: Aug. 5-11
RiverFest happens this Sunday at L.A. State Historic Park. (Courtesy dubroWORKS PR) At the Hollywood Bowl last week, I had the pleasure of sitting next to Jose Rizo , longtime afternoon host at our local jazz station, KJZZ. Jose is a walking history lesson in the California jazz ...
Former Olympian David Hearn's attorneys want Reflecting Pool vandalism case permanently dismissed
Attorneys for David Hearn, who was alleged to have vandalized the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, filed a motion to have the indictment dismissed with prejudice....
Power outage delays opening at Six Flags Magic Mountain
A power outage was delayed the opening Wednesday at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia. In a social media post , the theme park said teams are assessing the outage and working with Southern California Edison to restore operations at the more than 200-acre property near Santa Cl...
Man goes missing while camping in Big Bear, found dead
A man who went missing during a camping trip in Big Bear was found dead, according to authorities.
California man found dead after vanishing on camping trip with fiancée
Brian Schofield, 47, was found dead near his campsite following a search by Big Bear sheriff's deputies.
Trump's arch could harm integrity of many D.C. historical sites, report says
President Donald Trump ‘s proposed 250-foot-tall memorial arch could disrupt the historical significance of dozens of sites near its planned location, according to an assessment by the National Park Service . Many of Washington’s monuments, buildings and sites have been carefully...
Watch: Bison chases child at Yellowstone National Park during terrifying close encounter
A Bison at Yellowstone National Park suddenly chased a child during a close encounter caught on camera.
'Disney Worldbuilders' reveals the story behind Disney parks with Bob Iger, Kevin Feige and more
"Disney Worldbuilders" takes fans behind the scenes as Disney's top creatives reveal how their stories become unforgettable park experiences.
Video shows child's scary encounter with bison at Yellowstone National Park
Video shows the heart-stopping moment when a bison began chasing after a child at Yellowstone National Park.
Canter's Deli celebrates 95 years with 95-cent pastrami sandwich deal
Canter’s Deli is turning back the clock to celebrate 95 years in Los Angeles. Customers can buy the deli’s signature hot pastrami sandwich for 95 cents during Monday’s one-night promotion. The anniversary special will be available from 6 p.m. to midnight for dine-in customers onl...
Rose Bowl Aquatics Center to temporarily relocate programs for LA28 preparations
The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center in Pasadena has announced its plans to temporarily relocate its programs and operations starting in April as preparations for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics get underway. The 36-year-old aquatics center — which will host diving competitions for the Su...
Sparks send Kelsey Plum to Mercury for 2026 1st-round pick and Monique Akoa Makani
The Los Angeles Sparks traded All-Star guard Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury for a first-round pick next year, Monique Akoa Makani and a second-round draft choice in 2028. The deal was finalized late Saturday night ahead of Sunday’s trade deadline and was first reported by ESP...
Thousands of dollars in camp supplies stolen from Camp Agape California storage trailer in Anaheim
The founder of Camp Agape California said the theft was a devastating blow to the organization as it works to get ready for camp.
Dodgers land Cy Young ace Tarik Skubal in a blockbuster deadline deal
Tarik Skubal of the Detroit Tigers pitches against the Baltimore Orioles during the second inning at Comerica Park on July 29, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. (Duane Burleson/Getty Images / Getty Images North America) The Los Angeles Dodgers have acquired the biggest prize on the trad...
Road, parking lot and restrooms at Point Dume Beach closed due to 'extreme erosion'
L.A. County's Department of Beaches and Harbors did not provide an estimate for when the facilities would reopen.
Point Dume Beach in Malibu closed indefinitely due to erosion
A key access road into Point Dume Beach in Malibu, along with the entrance and parking areas, has been closed indefinitely due to severe erosion, city officials announced. The erosion caused by high tides and surf Saturday was in addition to earlier damage reported last week arou...
OC nonprofit says trailer, supplies stolen ahead of camp for kids with incarcerated parents
A nonprofit in Orange County that helps children with incarcerated parents is facing a setback after organizers say thieves stole a trailer packed with supplies used for their annual camp — just weeks before it begins. For many kids, summer camp is about making memories. But for ...
Lopez: Dodger Stadium gondola plan about to hit heavy turbulence as state park defenders play hardball
L.A. State Historic Park is a public space, defenders say, not a private playground for billionaires.
Impending closure of Rose Bowl pools for Olympics preparation has the aqua-set in a funk
LA28 plans to hold Olympic diving events at the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center in Pasadena. A prolonged construction closure has patrons worried.
Who is Sadie Sink's character in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day'?
Warning: Spoilers from “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” below. Following months of seeing Sadie Sink cloaked in shadows in trailers and hearing her remain tight-lipped whenever pressed about her role in “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” her character and her possible influence in the futur...
Massive 'scale-breaking' catfish caught in Southern California lake; 'Catzilla' still on the loose
Two monstrous catfish were caught in Hesperia Lake Park, but one escaped.
Prosecutors request dismissal of Reflecting Pool vandalism charges against Olympian due to installation flaws
Federal prosecutors are requesting the dismissal of an indictment charging a former Olympian with vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Trump takes his Cabinet to Camp David, a secluded retreat with a history of high-stakes talks | LIVE
Karoline Leavitt said the 13th such meeting of the Republican president's second term "will be a lot of fun and something different for the Cabinet to experience together."...
Netflix sued after allegedly losing hard drive carrying Nic Cage film
The theft of a hard drive containing a copy of an as-yet unreleased Nicolas Cage movie has sparked a $105 million lawsuit against Netflix by Los Angeles filmmakers who allege the future sale of the project is in jeopardy, according to court papers obtained Thursday. The complaint...
Pushing brains over brawn at academic boot camp for veterans at Caltech
Through the Warrior-Scholar Project, military veterans tackle a 75-hour academic boot camp at Caltech to prepare for the rigors of college.
'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' season 18 trailer hints at Frank's outrageous wedding!
The "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" season 18 trailer is as outrageous as you'd expect it to be. The new season premieres August 17 on FXX, FX and Hulu....
Bodycam video shows fatal shooting of suspect who stabbed deputy in Lancaster, LASD says
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department released body camera video that authorities say shows deputies shooting a man after he stabbed one of the deputies in a Lancaster parking lot....
Minor league baseball is coming to Irvine’s Great Park
A minor league baseball team will be coming to Irvine’s Great Park Championship Baseball Stadium next summer. (Allen J. Schaben/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images / Los Angeles Times) Topline: A minor league baseball team will be coming to Irvine’s Great Park Championship Basebal...
State regulators crack down on polluted runoff from L.A. shopping centers, warehouses
California water regulators in Los Angeles are requiring stormwater permits for shopping centers and warehouses for the first time. Big parking lots are major contributors to stream pollution....