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Man arrested in Gann fire says he was was trying to make money for a birthday dinner
Cal Fire officers took 65-year-old Herbert Wayne Smith into custody on Monday around 7:45 p.m. Detectives believe the Valley Springs man caused the Gann fire that started earlier that day....
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Florida man charged with attempted murder, accused of turning off air supply of submerged teen diver
A former Florida boating safety task force member was charged with attempted second-degree murder after he allegedly turned off the air supply of a submerged teenage lobster diver, authorities said....
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Coyote sightings rise across Southern California; Family's dog killed by coyote
Coyote sightings are increasing across Southern California, raising concerns for families with young children and pets.
business
Alleged 'master of disguise' faces federal charges for armed robberies: Officials
A man who federal prosecutors in Atlanta nicknamed "master of disguise" is facing charges for allegedly robbing 10 businesses at gunpoint.
Local
Los Angeles County Officially Launches Designated Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) Network
August 6, 2026 Media Contact: Tara Atrian (323) 610-9840 press@ad.lacounty.gov Los Angeles County Officially Launches Designated Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) Network Newly Designated Network Unifies County Departments, the City of Los Angeles, 211 LA, and Six L...
government
Mayor says LAPD should stop using Flock devices; concerned data is used for deportations
LAPD has said it is renegotiating its deal with Flock Safety to address data sharing concerns, but Mayor Karen Bass issued statement that said the company has "lost the trust of Angelenos."...
parks
'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.
schools
Death of UCLA student interning at Amazon leaves community grieving a 'bright light'
Family and friends of Dayanara Nicole Urbina Ruiz, 21, are mourning her unexpected death. She was a first-generation college student at UCLA who had been interning at Amazon in Seattle....
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Suspect leads multiple-county car chase
A possible robbery suspect led a multiple-county car chase across Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties. At one point during the chase, the suspect made a pit stop at a gas station to fill up the BMW they were driving....
safety
Fire burning north of Lake Hughes prompts evacuation warning; over 700 acres burned
Los Angeles County firefighters are battling a fast-growing wildfire in the Neenach area just north of Lake Hughes, leading to evacuation warnings.
safety
Air regulators order tougher odor controls at Lineage warehouse, but no fines
Cleanup of the Lineage food storage warehouse has been underway since the fire was put out. The smell of the rotting waste is leading air quality and other officials to get involved. (Genaro Molina / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) This story first appeared in the Boyle Heigh...
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7 and 4-year-old brothers take parents' car, critically injure woman walking dog in Oakland crash
Relatives say two young brothers, 7 and 4 years old, took their parents' car in Oakland while they were sleeping before losing control and crashing, critically injuring a woman walking her dog....
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Wellness club gives Latino men space to focus on mental health
There's a new community group designed to use movement to support the mental well-being of Latino men. It's called the Hermanos Wellness Club.
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Public invited to send notes of encouragement for Big Bear eagle Jackie, care team
The Ojai Raptor Center is inviting the public to send cards and notes of encouragement for beloved Big Bear eagle Jackie and the team caring for her.
safety
Mother and 2 young children killed in Apple Valley crash
A mother and two young children were killed last Wednesday in a multivehicle crash in Apple Valley.
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Director Ridley Scott promises "drama, fear, terror" in new sci-fi action movie 'The Dog Stars'
"Drama. Fear. Terror. You've got a perfect storm." Ridley Scott, Jacob Elordi and more discuss their new sci-fi action movie, "The Dog Stars."
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Concerned about fire contaminants in your soil? A new expert guide can help
The metal skeleton of a tricycle sits near a pile of ash in January 2025 in the Pacific Palisades. (Chris Delmas / AFP via Getty Images) A new guide from a group of local scientists helps Angelenos affected by the 2025 L.A. fires navigate questions about soil testing and clean up...
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Trump signs 2 immigration actions to limit birthright citizenship and curb ‘birth tourism’
President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, in Washington. (Ale Brandon / AP Photo) WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Thursday that he is once more trying to limit the number of people who are born in the country who ca...
safety
Water main break floods Hollywood Hills street near elementary school
A water main break was reported Thursday in the Hollywood Hills, prompting a response from emergency crews working to contain a heavy flow of water.
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Argentine and Uruguayan street food gets a new home at ALTO's bar
A spread from ALTO's new bar menu, including the Tongue & Trout Roe Toast, oysters, avocado ceviche and Milanga Fugazeta. (Soledad Recatume / Courtesy ALTO) Just past the doorway at ALTO , off busy Ventura Boulevard in Studio City, the bar opens up under exposed post-and-beam cei...
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California's cyclosporiasis cases are 'higher than expected,' but officials aren't sure why
There are no known cyclosporiasis outbreaks in California, but officials say case numbers are higher than they expected for this point in the season.
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LAX food workers allege maggots, unsafe conditions in Cal/OSHA filing
Union leaders representing LAX food service workers are calling for an immediate Cal/OSHA investigation following shocking allegations of extreme heat, unsafe hygiene, and vermin inside airline meal preparation facilities....
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Miss North Carolina USA loses crown after organizer condemns 'racism, homophobia, transphobia'
Miss North Carolina USA was stripped of her crown weeks before the Miss USA pageant after organizers cited an extended pattern of conduct violating the organization's standards....
government
Air regulators take action on Lineage stench complaints
The vote followed hours of emotional testimony from Southeast Los Angeles County residents who demanded Lineage do more to suppress sickening odors.
Local
Water main break causes street flooding in Hollywood Hills
A water main rupture flooded streets in the Hollywood Hills on Thursday afternoon as LADWP crews responded to assess the damage near Laurel Pass and Wonderland avenues....
Local
LA County DEO Announces $5.74 Million to Expand High Road Training Partnerships, Bringing Investment to More Than $39.7 Million for Pathways to Good-Paying Jobs
August 6, 2026 Contact: Angela Herrera Perez, Senior Public Information Specialist press@opportunity.lacounty.gov LA County DEO Announces $5.74 Million to Expand High Road Training Partnerships, Bringing Investment to M ore Than $ 39.7 Million f or Pathways to Good-Paying Jobs Lo...
parks
'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....
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Miss North Carolina USA 2026 stripped of title as organization condemns 'racism, homophobia'
Brittany Boltinhouse, Miss North Carolina USA 2026, was stripped of her title, the Miss USA organization announced on Wednesday.
safety
U-Haul employee charged after allegedly killing co-worker in dispute over drink
Police arrested a 23-year-old U-Haul employee after a workplace argument over a drink turned deadly.
safety
Man Sentenced to Life Plus Seven Years in Prison for Attempted Murder Hate Crime on Metro Bus
August 6, 2026 Media Relations Division 213-257-2000 media@da.lacounty.gov Man Sentenced to Life Plus Seven Years in Prison for Attempted Murder Hate Crime on Metro Bus The District Attorney’s Office prioritizes combating hate crimes through strong prosecutions, community outreac...
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Jon Favreau executive produces new Nat Geo series, 'Lion,' following a cub's journey to king
Disney Legend and "The Lion King" live-action director Jon Favreau executive produces Nat Geo's "Lion," a story following a cub becoming a king. 🦁
safety
Mother and 2 young children killed in Antelope Valley crash
A mother and two young children were killed last Wednesday in a multivehicle crash in the Antelope Valley.
business
Do dogs belong in restaurants? We have strong feelings. Do you?
L.A. County's public health policy forbids dogs inside restaurants. (Shutterstock) Look: I like dogs. I just don't like when they're inside restaurants or other places where food is served. Lately, I've seen a lot of people casually bringing their pups into restaurants, and it's ...
business
Los Angeles County’s Community Broadband Networks are now Rolling Out High-Speed, Affordable Internet Across East and South Los Angeles
August 6, 2026 Contact: Angel Thompson, AThompson@isd.lacounty.gov WeLink Communications: Press@WeLink.com Los Angeles County’s Community Broadband Networks are now Rolling Out High-Speed, Affordable Internet Across East and South Los Angeles Residents and Small Businesses Can No...
safety
Earth, Wind & Fire concert in San Francisco canceled due to medical emergency
Thursday’s Earth, Wind & Fire concert in San Francisco was canceled due to a medical emergency involving a band member, according to officials. According to a statement released by Chase Center, the show with Lionel Richie was postponed after an Earth, Wind & Fire band member had...
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Another offshore wind developer exits California in $1.22-billion deal with Trump administration
German energy giant RWE said it will abandon wind leases off the coast of New York, Louisiana and Northern California near Humboldt, further challenging the Golden State's clean energy ambitions....
schools
More LAUSD students are riding the bus to school. Here’s why ICE raids boosted ridership
LAUSD's bus fleet now includes 250 electric buses. The vehicles cost about $420,000 each and are funded largely by state and federal dollars, said Daniel Kang, LAUSD's transportation director. (Mariana Dale / LAist) Topline: The number of Los Angeles Unified students regularly ta...
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Cardiologist warns about 1 drink you should ‘avoid at all costs' if you have heart issues
Many people focus on food when it comes to heart health, but drinks play a key role as well. What you sip can come with sugar and other additives that may derail an otherwise healthy diet, raise the risk of cardiovascular disease and make heart problems worse if you already have ...
safety
Road rage probe leads CHP to 20,000 rounds of ammunition, 20 illegal firearms in Yucaipa
CHP investigators arrested Robert Valdez of Yucaipa and seized 20 illegal firearms and 20,000 rounds of ammunition following a July road rage investigation on Interstate 10....
schools
Trump administration moves to deregulate Head Start, opening door for sweeping change
Family educator Lisa Benson-Nuyen addresses her students in a circle in the Northern Lights classroom at the Meadow Lakes CCS Early Learning, a Head Start center, in Wasilla, Alaska, in 2024. The center has since closed because of a lack of staff and money. (Lindsey Wasson / AP) ...
government
Mayor Bass criticizes DA for charging LAPD officer accused of recording co-workers' racist comments
Mayor Karen Bass criticized prosecutors for criminally charging an LAPD officer accused of illegally recording the conversations of colleagues.