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Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke's cause of death revealed
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has determined the cause and manner of death for former Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, who died at the age of 29 in May....
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Bomb threat at Pasadena hospital linked to violent extremist group
Huntington Hospital was the scene of a massive law enforcement response Friday morning after a person claiming to be part of a global online network of extremists made a 911 call threatening a bomb and other violence, authorities said....
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Employee of gang reduction nonprofit fatally shot on the job in South Los Angeles
A South Los Angeles nonprofit focused on gang intervention is mourning the death of an employee who was fatally shot while on the job.
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Celebrity bald eagle Jackie's anemia worsens: 'We wish we had better news'
The Ojai Raptor Center reported a dip in Big Bear bald eagle Jackie's blood values, leaving the livestream star in intensive care as experts work to find a cause....
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Court strikes down Trump administration bid to shift homelessness funds away from 'housing first'
A worker with the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) helps a person experiencing homelessness move a cart with their possessions in Los Angeles. (Patrick T. Fallon / AFP via Getty Images) A federal court struck down the Trump administration's latest attempt to shift ...
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Evacuation orders, warnings issued as fast-moving brush fire shuts down 5 Freeway in Gorman
Crews are battling a brush fire in Gorman near the L.A. County-Kern County line, triggering evacuation orders and warnings and a freeway closure.
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Eight children injured after car crashes into preschool classroom in Glendale
Eight children were injured after a car crashed into a preschool classroom in Glendale, according to police.
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Family of late community activist in South LA speaks out
A community is in mourning following the death of a beloved community activist Reginald Foreman.
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Looking to try a variety of Southeast Asian flavors? Rasarumah is a one-stop shop for it
Wagyu Beef Cheek Rendang served with rotis. ( Johnny Lee / Courtesy Rasarumah) Chef Johnny Lee stepped away from the food business for a short time after feeling burned out. With additional support from Last World Hospitality, Lee regained the energy to help build Rasarumah, a fu...
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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...
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Big Bear eagle Jackie remains critical, back in ICU after condition worsened overnight
The beloved Big Bear bald eagle Jackie remains in critical condition after suffering another medical setback while receiving treatment at the Ojai Raptor Center....
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8 hospitalized after car crashes into Temple Sinai of Glendale
Eight people were hospitalized after a car crashed into a school connected to the Temple Sinai of Glendale on Friday afternoon.
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Riverside County deputies shoot person in Moreno Valley, officials say
A person was in critical condition Friday after being shot by Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies in Moreno Valley, authorities said. Deputies responded to a report about someone experiencing a mental health crisis at a home on Villa Hermosa just after 4 p.m., according to the Ri...
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Architectural Digest named Carmel-by-the-Sea CA’s prettiest town. Not everyone agrees
The Hogs Breath Inn pictured in Carmel-By-The-Sea. (Genaro Molina / Getty Images) What happened: Architectural Digest recently published their list of the prettiest towns in each state. Their pick for California? Carmel-by-the-Sea. But: Of course Carmel-by-the-Sea is gorgeous, bu...
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Visit Las Vegas giving away free gas cards in Culver City
Visit Las Vegas is giving away 1,500 free gas gift cards at the Westfield Culver City Mall this Saturday to help SoCal drivers fund a summer getaway.
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D.A. faces backlash after charging LAPD officer who recorded colleagues' racist remarks
L.A. County Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman is catching heat from Mayor Karen Bass, police accountability advocates and even some of his own prosecutors for filing charges against an LAPD officer who secretly recorded his colleagues making racist, sexist and homophobic remarks....
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87-year-old Houston Astros usher retires from dream job
She started working as an usher in the Astrodome over three decades ago, and now Suzann Richardson is retiring at the age of 87.
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New Orleans Hard Rock Hotel collapse victims reach $106 million settlement
A judge approved a $106 million settlement that ends a yearslong legal battle over the deadly 2019 collapse of a Hard Rock Hotel that was under construction in New Orleans....
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Big Bear bald eagle Jackie critical as blood values drop below 10%
Big Bear bald eagle Jackie remains in intensive care with critical anemia as Ojai Raptor Center veterinarians await specialized diagnostic test results....
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Inaugural LA Jazz Festival canceled, postponed to 2027
The inaugural LA Jazz Festival, including its marquee “Jazz on the Beach” concerts at Dockweiler Beach, has been canceled, organizers announced Friday, citing unexpected public safety and municipal permitting costs. On Friday, festival founder and CEO Martin Ludlow announced the ...
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Judge rejects challenge to California attorney general's description of voter ID measure
A state judge Thursday rejected a challenge to how California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta's office summarized a strict new voter ID measure on November ballots....
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Trees intentionally poisoned on Lake Tahoe beach, officials say
Authorities are investigating a series of intentional tree poisonings on a beach on Lake Tahoe.
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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...
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LA teachers ask communities to help guarantee safe passage for students as ICE arrests continue
History teacher Ron Gochez and his colleagues called for help in front of L.A. Unified's headquarters. (Julia Barajas / LAist) Teachers in Los Angeles are calling on community members to help students get safely to and from school. The request comes as the Trump administration’s ...
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Wendy's worker Thalles De Souza heading to Yale after managers help him pay for school
Thalles De Souza is going from working at Wendy's to attending Yale University after his bosses at the restaurant chain saw his potential and helped fund his education....
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Borreguitas brings affordable vegan Mexican cuisine to Pomona
Borreguitas in Pomona brings a vegan twist to Mexican favorites like tacos, burritos and more
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LAUSD prepares to implement strict limits on students' screen time
The Los Angeles Unified School District has approved some of the most strict screen time limitations for students in the country.
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Dodgers' Snell slated to return to mound Tuesday, Skubal makes home debut Monday
Two-time Cy Young winner Blake Snell is expected to make his return from the injured list when the Los Angeles Dodgers host the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night. Manager Dave Roberts also said Friday that recently-acquired lefty Tarik Skubal will make his home debut on Monday,...
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Judge bans cameras, recordings for Nick Reiner's upcoming hearing
A judge has set rules for media coverage of an Aug. 17 hearing on Nick Reiner’s bid for access to a more than $1.5 million trust fund to help pay for his defense against charges in the killings of his parents — filmmaker Rob Reiner and photographer Michele Reiner. Attorneys for N...
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Child driving car strikes woman walking dog in California
A woman is in critical condition after police said a child driving a car struck her while she was walking her dog in a marked crosswalk Thursday morning in Oakland....
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Man arrested after threatening an LA judge, authorities say
Los Angeles authorities are investigating a man accused of threatening to kill a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge via a phone message. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said 39-year-old Kristofas Butsky left a voicemail message attempting to intimidate the uniden...
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'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.
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Ex-gubernatorial candidate pleads not guilty to threats in model ex-girlfriend's case
Stephen Cloobeck, a wealthy realtor and one-time Democratic candidate for governor of California, pleaded not guilty to witness tampering charges Friday. Cloobeck is accused of threatening witnesses against his former fiancée, Only Fans model Adva Lavie, in a burglary case....
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Mountain lion found in San Dimas neighborhood after apparent injury; wildlife officials on scene
Wildlife officials responded to a report of a mountain lion in San Dimas, where they found the apparently wounded animal in a residential area.
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Mountain Lion safely captured after strolling through San Dimas neighborhood
A mountain lion that was spotted under the shade of a tree in San Dimas triggered a response from authorities.
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It’s time to weigh in on 30-year plan for OC’s troubled coastal rail corridor
Crews have begun building a temporary wall to protect the San Clemente coastal rail corridor from landslides and debris. (The Orange County Transportation Authority) Topline: The OC Transportation Authority’s Coastal Rail Resiliency Study is now available for public review. The p...
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In-N-Out shooting: Police release chilling surveillance video from chaotic scene
Police said there's no known motive in the deadly mass shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho.
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Stephen Cloobeck to enter plea to alleged witness tampering
Billionaire real estate developer Stephen Cloobeck faces felony witness tampering charges for allegedly threatening victims in the high-profile dating app burglary case involving his fiancée, Adva Lavie, aka Mia Ventura....
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LA college students face a tough housing market. So why are so many beds at CSU Los Angeles empty?
A California State University Los Angeles sign hangs on one of the student parking structures. (Ashley Balderrama / LAist) For years, roughly 700 beds at Cal State Los Angeles that could be occupied by students have sat empty, even in what officials call a “highly housing challen...
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ICE body camera policy allows video releases only in agency's 'best interest'
Body worn cameras are coming to Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers within the next two months. But there may be some lingering issues surrounding transparency and the public having access to their video for some of their most volatile incidents....
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OC councilmember caught a break in a bribery case — and then mocked it, DA says
What should you know about choosing a trustworthy immigration lawyer? (iStock / iStockphoto) Westminster City Councilmember Amy Phan West caught a break after she was accused of attempting to bribe parking officers who were about to tow her husband's car: A judge ordered her to t...
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Iran aims to ban U.S. and Israeli ships from Strait of Hormuz and charge others a toll
A vessel is anchored off the coast of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates on Aug. 3. The war with Iran nearly ground traffic to a halt in the Strait of Hormuz. (AFP via Getty Images) Updated August 07, 2026 at 10:29 AM ET Iran's parliament is reviewing a plan to ban ships linked ...
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Beloved community activist shot dead in South LA
The LAPD is investigating the fatal shooting of 40-year-old community activist Reginald Foreman in South Los Angeles.
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Plan to limit 'vertical drinking' decried by pub landlords and UK politicians
A proposal to limit "vertical drinking," a bureaucratic euphemism for having a pint while standing, has turned into a political headache for one local government council in London....
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State agency praises Inglewood school district for being one step closer to regaining control
Michael Fine (right) and Shayleen Harte, representatives with the Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT), praised the Inglewood Board of Education at their Aug. 5, 2026, meeting for making significant strides to exit state control. (LaMonica Peters / The LA Local) T...
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Despite weekend scorcher, beachgoers are urged to avoid these LA beaches
Southern Californians seeking to cool down by the coast should avoid going into the water at several Los Angeles County beaches, public health officials warned Friday. The LA County Department of Public Health said it’s issued ocean water warnings due to heightened bacteria level...
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Some oppose plan to move historic LGBTQ+ bar into their L.A. community
Some are raising concerns about opening a bar near six school campuses in the Westlake neighborhood.
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LAPD spent $17 million at anti-ICE demonstrations in June, 2025
A review of the Los Angeles Police Department’s response to last year’s anti-ICE demonstrations in downtown LA showed the city spent more than $17 million to pay the officers dispatched to the events and found the department should better prepare for future large-scale demonstrat...
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Appeals court blocks construction of White House ballroom
A federal appeals court has issued a ruling blocking the construction of President Donald Trump's $400 million White House ballroom, concluding that congressional approval is needed for the project....
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Brush fire burning near Los Angeles-Kern County line prompts evacuations in Gorman
A brush fire broke out near the Los Angeles-Kern County line, quickly growing to 100 acres and prompting evacuations Friday afternoon. The Ridge Fire was reported in Gorman, a community in northwestern LA County, at around 2:45 p.m. Less than two hours later, the blaze jumped the...
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Extremist group calls in bomb threat to Huntington Hospital in Pasadena, officials say
A bomb threat was made against Huntington Hospital in Pasadena Friday morning, prompting a large response from law enforcement.
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Illinois teen dressed as a clown charged with murder
An Illinois teen has been charged with first-degree murder after allegedly committing a deadly stabbing attack while dressed in a clown outfit.
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8 kids and adults taken to a hospital after car crashes into building in Glendale
Eight people, including children and adults, were taken to a hospital after a car crashed into a building in Glendale Friday afternoon. The collision was reported around 1:54 p.m. on Pacific Avenue near Stocker Street, where a preschool called Grandview House is located. The scho...
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Ebony Alert activated for 13-year-old girl last seen in Inglewood
The CHP has issued an Ebony Alert for 13-year-old Parys Jones.
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DOGE’s claim of $110B in savings was vastly inflated and riddled with errors: GAO
When Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency launched its effort to slash federal spending last year, it created a website to show how much money it was saving....
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Data Shows Fewer Veterans in LA CoC Experiencing Homelessness as Partnerships Strengthen
August 6, 2026 Media Contact: pio@mva.lacounty.gov Data Shows Fewer Veterans in LA CoC Experiencing Homelessness as Partnerships Strengthen LOS ANGELES — The 2026 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count estimated 2,257 veterans experiencing homelessness within the Los Angeles Continuu...
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Billionaire Stephen Cloobeck faces felony witness tampering charges in fiancée's theft case
Billionaire real estate developer Stephen Cloobeck faces felony witness tampering charges for allegedly threatening victims in the high-profile dating app burglary case involving his fiancée, Adva Lavie....
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Beloved eagle Jackie's condition deteriorates. See how she's doing
The health of Jackie, the famous Big Bear bald eagle, appears to be worsening despite around-the-clock care from veterinarians, according to the wildlife rehabilitation organization that has been treating the bird since last month. Jackie, known as Patient 26-519 at the Ojai Rapt...
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Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist to testify in murder trial | Watch live
Prosecutors plan to call psychiatrist Jennifer Tufts to testify in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial Friday.