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1-year-old boy dies after falling from moving vehicle in Colton
A 1-year-old toddler has died after falling from a moving vehicle in Colton on Thursday evening, prompting a police investigation.
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A gentrification battle in Boyle Heights over a proposed tax to clean streets
Property owners in Boyle Heights' industrial corridor, near the 6th Street Bridge, are proposing a plan to fund private security, street cleaning and landscaping, a move that could significantly change how the area is maintained....
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California bans 'sell-by' labels to fight food waste with mandatory new grocery rules
California's Assembly Bill 660 bans "sell-by" dates and mandates uniform "BEST if Used by" and "USE by" terms on packaged food to curb consumer confusion and waste....
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Pomona double murder suspect arrested after 2-hour, multi-county police chase
A high-speed pursuit of Pomona double murder suspect Robert Galtman ended safely in the Antelope Valley after CHP units used spike strips and a PIT maneuver....
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Air Force One, gifted to Trump from Qatar, arrives at Joint Base Andrews
U.S. President Donald Trump pumps his fist after touring the inside of the newest aircraft in the presidential fleet at Andrews Air Force Base on Friday at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.(Alex Wong / Getty Images)The newest Air Force One jet, gifted to President Donald Trump from ...
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USDA updates border policy for pet owners traveling to Mexico with their dogs
The USDA is now allowing dog owners to bring their pets across the southern border into Mexico, under certain requirements.
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Opinion: Algae doesn't care about our party lines
A National Park Service employee uses a vacuum to clean the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.(Mark Schiefelbein / AP)The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has witnessed more than a century of American history, in all its heartbreak and majesty. Crowds have gathered around it in p...
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Smoke relief shelters open for residents impacted by Boyle Heights warehouse fire
Two smoke relief centers are now open for residents impacted by the Boyle Heights warehouse fire.(Courtesy office of LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis)Two smoke relief centers are now open for residents impacted by the Boyle Heights warehouse fire.The centers in Boyle Heights and ...
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Iran says Strait of Hormuz shut as US-Iran talks set for Sunday in Switzerland
Buildings damaged by Israeli strikes are seen through shattered glass from the Jabal Amel Hospital in the southern port city of Tyre, Lebanon, on Thursday.(Hassan Ammar / AP)TYRE, Lebanon — Iran dealt two quick blows to the interim agreement with the United States on Saturday, a...
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LAPD releases bodycam video of fatal Canoga Park dog shooting
Newly released LAPD bodycam footage shows the moments an officer fatally shot a dog during a welfare check in Canoga Park. The incident has prompted Mayor Karen Bass to order a review of police pet policies....
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Woman killed, 32 people injured in 210 Freeway crash in Irwindale: LA County Fire
A woman was killed and dozens were injured after a crash involving a big rig that prompted an hourslong closure on the 210 Freeway in Irwindale on Saturday, authorities said. The crash happened near the Irwindale Avenue exit just before 9 a.m., according to the Los Angeles Cou...
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LA man's case highlights gaps in care and oversight at DHS detention centers
Carlitos Ricardo Parias (left) receives a certificate of recognition from Jose Ugarte, chief of staff for Los Angeles City Council member Curren Price, in Los Angeles in August 2025.(Office of Los Angeles City Council member Curren Price / AP) Just about every Saturday, Ulises Pa...
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1-year-old dies after falling from moving car in Colton
Investigators are trying to determine how the toddler fell and are asking anyone with information to call police.
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Stroke survivor reunites with medical team that saved his life at Pomona hospital
Retired CalFire firefighter George Rojas reunited with the team at Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center that helped save his life.
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'Moana' featurette shows how Dwayne Johnson congratulated Catherine Laga'aia on getting the role
"Moana" featurette offers behind-the-scenes look at the music and interviews with the cast of the live-action film.
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LA County unemployment holds steady in May
Los Angeles County’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held steady at 5.5% in May, the same rate as April, according to figures released on Friday by the state Employment Development Department. The 5.5% rate was below the 5.7% rate from May 2025, according to the EDD. ...
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2 trains crash north of London, England, killing at least 1 and injuring nearly 100
Emergency services rushed to the scene of a collision between two trains north of London on Friday that killed at least one person and injured dozens.
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Tourist dead after massive fire breaks out at Dominican Republic resort, officials say
At least one person is dead after a massive fire broke out at a resort in the Dominican Republic on Friday, officials said.
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Newsom declares state of emergency for Boyle Heights warehouse fire
Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency on Saturday night in response to the fire that has been burning at a cold-food storage facility in Boyle Heights for several days, his office said. “California is mobilizing to support Los Angeles as firefighters and emergency ...
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Lopez: They found a new park hiding in plain sight in the middle of Los Angeles
Hungry for greenery in a city short on parks, residents have reimagined San Vicente Boulevard.
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A Long Beach shop is throwing a cat zine festival. It's also trying to fix L.A.'s stray cat problem
Cat-themed art and prints by local artists at Cool Cat Collective.(Fiona Ng / LAist)A festival dedicated to handmade cat zines is taking place in Long Beach. Among the offerings: an illustrated ode to Filipino snacks and a cat army overthrowing an authoritarian regime.The zines c...
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Stubborn Boyle Heights fire continues to impact SoCal's air
Two air quality-related alerts remain in effect in connection with the ongoing commercial fire burning in Boyle Heights. The Los Angeles Fire Department warned LA residents on Saturday that the smell of smoke reached most of the city, and urged those affected by it to try to l...
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Chabria: Behested payments aren't illegal, but they are a problem. Especially for Newsom
Media and pundits pounced on millions in charity payments Gov. Gavin Newsom has solicited for nonprofits, including ones his wife is involved in.
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4 arrested in alleged Burbank vehicle thefts
Four people were arrested in connection with a series of vehicle thefts, Burbank police said on Friday. The investigation began in April with the theft of a Range Rover from a residence, according to the Burbank Police Department. “Detectives immediately launched an investi...
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Bystanders jump in to help woman in random attack at SoCal Target, video shows
A man is in custody following a violent and random attack inside a Target store in Simi Valley that was caught on video.
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Toddler dies after falling out of moving vehicle in Colton
A toddler died Thursday evening after falling from a moving vehicle in Colton, according to police.
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SoCal girl with crippling spinal injury draws inspiration from a therapy dog with the same injury
A 9-year-old Ventura County girl is working to walk again after a life-threatening spinal fracture, drawing strength from her family and an unlikely source of inspiration, a therapy dog that survived a similar injury....
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LAPD releases video of 210 Freeway shooting involving armed carjacking suspect
Authorities have released new video of a police shooting on the 210 Freeway in Sylmar last month involving a man who allegedly tried to carjack a driver....
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Video: LAPD releases graphic footage of officer shooting dog after Knicks victory
Los Angeles police Friday released bodycam footage of an officer killing a woman's pet dog in a case that has sparked outrage and questions.
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State of emergency declared over Boyle Heights warehouse fire; air quality reaches unhealthy level
The smoke from a fire that appeared to have reignited in Boyle Heights.(Kim Orr / LAist)Hours after L.A. Mayor Karen Bass declared a local emergency over the warehouse fire in Boyle Heights, Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency, giving the city additional power to mobi...
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Fry Pie Factory recalls pepperoni rolls for undeclared milk allergen
Fry Pie Factory's pepperoni rolls are being recalled over an undeclared allergen and concerns about improper storage. Here's what to know.
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No Pulisic, no problem: US tops Australia 2-0 in World Cup despite missing its star
Alex Freeman #16 of the United States heads to score the team's second goal during the first half of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D match between USA and Australia in Seattle on Friday.(Emilee Chinn / Getty Images) SEATTLE — For days, questions about the health of star winger Ch...
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It’s an art show, but it’s also the club, and a celebration of LA’s Black queer dance scene
Dancers performing Bernard Brown's work "Sissies: Something Perfect Between Ourselves."(Courtesy Pieter Performance Space)Bernard Brown grew up going to parties all around Los Angeles. Maybe a little before he was supposed to.“I won't say my age. I don't wanna get nobody in troub...
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3 burglary suspects in custody after pursuit from Sylmar ends in crash in Glendale
Three people believed to be connected to a burglary in Sylmar are in custody following a pursuit that ended in a multi-vehicle crash in Glendale on Friday night, police said. Officers responded to a burglary in the 12600 block of Herron just before 8 p.m., according to the Los...
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Metro plans to extend Eastside light rail to Montebello. Residents express their views
A 4.7-mile, $7.9-billion extension of Metro's E Line would link East L.A. to Montebello with four new stations, including an underground relocation of the current Atlantic stop....
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New laws going into effect in July 2026 across California
Starting on July 1, new laws will go into effect, impacting Californians in various ways, including higher minimum wages and how food and beverage goods are labeled for consumers. Minimum wage Local jurisdictions, such as Los Angeles County, will update their minimum wage ...
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Latest Boyle Heights shelter-in-place order lifted as crews battle cold-storage facility fire
The fire at a cold-storage facility broke out Wednesday afternoon and has been full of challenges for firefighters.
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After public outcry, PUSD Board votes to save some trees slated for removal
Tree advocates put up a banner in front of PUSD's headquarters on Tuesday. (Erin Stone / LAist)Pasadena residents fighting a school district plan to remove nearly 200 trees scored a win Thursday night.Pasadena Unified School District officials had said 193 trees across 11 campus...
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5 million lethal fentanyl doses seized in major Ventura County drug bust
Authorities have seized five million potentially lethal doses of fentanyl and $1.4M in narcotics following a major drug investigation in Ventura County....
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California’s July 1 minimum wage hikes: What you need to know
Multiple California cities and counties are increasing minimum wage rates on July 1, alongside major industry-specific hikes for hotel and healthcare staff....
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Arellano: The joy of Mexico's World Cup soccer triumph in the Trump era
A year earlier, Fourth Street was empty. Federal immigration agents were seizing people across the city. On Thursday night, Santa Ana erupted in joy.
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Candlelight vigil planned after LAPD fatally shoots dog following NBA championship celebration
Activists are organizing a candlelight vigil outside LAPD headquarters after an officer fatally shot a dog whose owner was screaming in celebration of the Knicks' NBA championship....
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1-year-old falls from moving vehicle and dies in San Bernardino County, police say
A 1-year-old boy died after falling from a moving vehicle in Colton, police said Friday. Officers responded to an unresponsive child near South Mount Vernon Avenue and Centerpointe Drive in the San Bernardino County city just before 9 p.m. Thursday, according to the Colton Pol...
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Teething toy, sold on Amazon, recalled after choking reports
More than 70,000 teething toys sold on Amazon have been recalled after choking incidents. Parents are urged to stop using them immediately.
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Bodycam video released in LAPD shooting of dog at Canoga Park apartment
What to KnowA 2-year-old golden Saint Bernard doodle named Jameson was shot and killed after LAPD officers responded to reports of screams at a Canoga Park apartment.The LAPD said shots were fired after the dog charged at them.Officers later learned the screams were in celebratio...
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LACMA to turn Wilshire into a ‘living gallery’ with inaugural Art Parade
LACMA's David Geffen Galleries (Courtesy LACMA )LACMA is turning a stretch of Wilshire Boulevard in front of its new David Geffen Galleries into a living gallery.The Art Parade is the creation of gallerist Jeffrey Deitch who first put on the event in New York’s SoHo from 2005 to ...
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Inglewood and Metro respond to complaints over World Cup traffic
Some Inglewood residents have complained about traffic disruptions due to World Cup games at Los Angeles Stadium, prompting responses from the city and Metro. In a video posted to social media, a woman claims that she was unable to return to her home in Inglewood because of a ...
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Double-murder suspect caught after CHP deploys spike strips, uses PIT maneuver
The California Highway Patrol arrested a double-murder suspect following a 90-minute pursuit through the hills dividing L.A. and Kern counties.
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TSA sounds alarm after World Cup fans pack their bags with American staple
As the World Cup brings millions of international visitors to the U.S., many fans are trying out American staples — and rushing to take them back home with them....
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San Francisco PD audit shows Flock cameras accessed on behalf of federal, out-of-state agencies
San Francisco’s Flock Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) network has been queried on behalf of out-of-state and federal agencies, validating fears that many privacy advocates have had about the program....
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California launches free state historic parks pass for Juneteenth and 250th anniversary
California State Parks is offering a free special edition Historian Passport until July 6, providing free admission to over 30 historic sites.
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Pasadena Humane offers half-off cat, kitten adoptions during Father's Day weekend
Pasadena Humane is offering 50% off adoption fees for all cats and kittens this Father’s Day weekend as the shelter works to find homes for felines arriving during the peak of kitten season. The adoption special comes as the shelter experiences a surge in feline intake, a tren...
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USMNT advances to World Cup knockout rounds with 2-0 win vs. Australia
A 2-0 home win. A rare clean sheet. A spot in the Round of 32. All without Christian Pulisic. It was a good day’s work for Mauricio Pochettino and the U.S. men’s national team at the World Cup following a 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle on Friday. The USMNT are now in...
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The history of Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday....
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James Burrows, co-creator of ‘Cheers' and director of ‘Will & Grace,' dies at 85
James Burrows, a major force in television comedy who co-created “Cheers” and directed every episode of the first run of “Will and Grace,” has died, his attorney told NBC News. He was 85. Burrows died peacefully on Friday while surrounded by loved ones, his family said in a...
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Sabrina Carpenter stalking suspect faces 8 misdemeanor charges
A man accused of stalking singer Sabrina Carpenter was charged with eight misdemeanor charges by the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office. The charges came about a week after a judge ordered 31-year-old William Applegate to stay at least 100 yards from the “Espresso” singer for...
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WAGS of Orange County: New K-9 program to assist trauma victims
Orange County authorities will deploy specially trained K-9s to critical situations to support victims and community members — as well as staff — through a new response program, the Orange County Probation Department announced Friday. The WAGS (Wellness, Assistance, Growth and...
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'Summer of '94': How the last World Cup on American soil changed US soccer forever
The USA team celebrating during their game against Colombia in the first stage of the 1994 World Cup Finals. (Shaun Botterill / Getty Images)Although thousands have flocked to SoFi stadium for the World Cup, soccer wasn’t always a fan-favorite sport in the United States.The sport...
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Californians love mail-in voting. That may have to change come November
An election worker processes mail-in ballots in the city of Industry on June 2.(Patrick T. Fallon / AFP via Getty Images)Most California voters cast their ballots by mail, but two big federal changes are in the pipeline that could impact how those ballots are handled and counted ...
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Finding dogs inside a car leads to a hate crime probe in North Hollywood, LAPD says
Los Angeles detectives are investigating a possible hate crime after a transgender woman claimed she was assaulted and injured because of her gender identity, police told NBC4 Investigates Friday. The ordeal began when the woman spotted three dogs locked inside a hot car Wedne...
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