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Winning numbers drawn for $929.1 million Powerball jackpot
The winning numbers for the $929.1 million Powerball jackpot have been drawn.
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Jury selection begins in Tupac Shakur murder trial
Jury selection has begun in the Duane "Keefe D" Davis trial over the death of hip-hop icon Tupac Shakur.
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Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle left lasting impact on fans, environmentalists
With the death of Jackie, one half of Big Bear's beloved bald eagle couple, reactions are pouring in from fans around the world.
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Senators urge halt to wildfire betting markets after $1.2M in bets placed during 2025 SoCal fires
California Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff, along with seven other U.S. senators, are calling on online trading platforms to stop offering betting markets tied to wildfires, arguing that the practice profits from disaster and could create harmful incentives....
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A typo by San Francisco police led to a violent arrest of an innocent driver, officials say
A police watchdog found that San Francisco police officers threw a man to the ground and pepper-sprayed him after they entered the wrong license plate into their computer....
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Raman to be removed as chair of LA City Council’s homelessness committee
L.A. City Councilmember Nithya Raman at a mayoral campaign event in May 2026. (Aaron Schrank / LAist) Topline: Los Angeles City Councilmember Nithya Raman will lose her spot as chair of the City Council’s Housing and Homelessness Committee, she confirmed in a campaign video Monda...
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Beloved Big Sur destinations under evacuation orders as Timber fire burns more than 1,700 acres
A wildfire in Big Sur has burned 1,700 acres and spurred evacuations that encompass iconic destinations such as Nepenthe restaurant, the Henry Miller Memorial Library and the Alila Ventana resort....
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Family, detectives seek help solving shooting death of 14-year-old boy in South LA
Authorities asked for the public's help in solving the killing of 14-year-old boy who was gunned down while sitting in a vehicle in South Los Angeles.
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Monday's Powerball jackpot is the 8th-largest ever. Here's how high it could go
Four of the top 10 Powerball jackpots have had tickets sold in California. Here's how big Monday's jackpot has grown.
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Former LA resident survives Colombia earthquake that killed more than 100 people
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake in western Colombia killed at least 111 people and destroyed buildings. Medellín resident Marcus Majors said he felt the quake and witnessed people rushing from his apartment building....
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Influencer charged in sugar daddy rip-offs is denied diversion; judge questions her truthfulness
After reviewing extensive mental health examinations records, Judge Diego H. Edber questioned Adva Lavie's truthfulness and denied her lawyer's request to direct her to a diversion program....
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Annual report ranks the best and worst states for 2026
Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.
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Disney+, Hulu bring D23 fan celebration to viewers at home
From 4D theaters and exclusive merch to global live streams of major panels, Disney+ and Hulu are bringing the ultimate D23 fan experience to Anaheim and fans at home....
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Evacuation warnings issued for brush fire near Palmdale
Crews are responding to a brush fire near Palmdale that has grown to 200 acres, according to authorities. Evacuation warnings have been issued.
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Trump's review of California coastal authority brings out major opposition
California Natural Resources Secretary Wade Crowfoot speaks Monday in Santa Monica, before a federal hearing on the state's coastal management. (Erin Stone / LAist) Hearings being held this week could decide whether California continues to have a say over what happens in federal ...
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Hottest ZIP codes in 2026 where homes are selling the fastest
Which ZIP codes are drawing the highest buyer demand in 2026? Realtor.com’s latest rankings reveal where America’s hottest housing markets are.
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Lottery ticket worth $1.4 million sold in Hollywood
The Powerball jackpot climbed to a whopping $975 million Monday and although no one won the main prize, one lucky person is walking away a million dollars richer after a ticket worth $1.4 million was sold in Hollywood. A ticket matching five numbers from Monday’s drawing was sold...
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Former OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney accepts plea deal in death of her boyfriend
A former OnlyFans model from Austin has taken a plea deal for the stabbing death of her boyfriend.
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Chicago elementary school shooting leaves 2 custodians dead, police say
Two custodians are dead after a shooting Monday afternoon at a Chicago elementary school, authorities said.
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Trump used elaborate ruse to fly out of Turkey following summit because of Iran threat, report says
President Donald Trump secretly flew out of last month’s NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey , on an alternate military aircraft while the White House made it appear that the Republican president was flying on Air Force One, according to a report published by The Washington Post on Mon...
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Trump and RFK Jr try again to upend vaccines for kids
President Trump speaks before signing an executive order that calls for changing the childhood vaccine schedule. (Jim Watson / AFP via Getty Images) Updated August 10, 2026 at 18:42 PM ET President Trump signed another executive order aimed at trying to upend the way U.S. childre...
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Taylor Farms retira productos con chiles jalapeños por posible contaminación con salmonela
Taylor Farms está retirando voluntariamente algunos productos que incluyen jalapeños por preocupaciones sobre una posible contaminación con salmonela.
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Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after weeks of intensive medical care
California's beloved bald eagle Jackie has died after more than three weeks of intensive medical care.
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Yosemite speed climber dies in accident in Sequoia National Park
Jacob Whisenant had frequently posted about his adventures across the Sierra Nevada, not only rock climbing, but also back country skiing, biking and camping across the mountains, according to his Instagram page....
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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....
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Jackie, arguably the world's most famous bald eagle, dies after mysterious illness
Jackie and her mate, Shadow, delighted millions of viewers as stars of a nonstop livestream of their nest, perched high in a Jeffrey pine overlooking Big Bear Lake....
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Big Bear’s famous bald eagle Jackie has died
Jackie and her partner Shadow had successfully fledged six chicks together over the years at their Big Bear nest. (The Ojai Raptor Center / Instagram) Jackie, the bald eagle whose livestreamed life with her partner Shadow won the hearts of fans worldwide, has died, rescuers annou...
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Beloved Big Bear eagle Jackie dies after prolonged illness, wildlife officials say
Big Bear's beloved bald eagle Jackie, who had been receiving intensive medical care for a prolonged illness, has died.
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Lawyer for officer charged over recording racism at LAPD slams D.A.'s handling of case
LAPD Officer Daniel Flores pleaded not guilty Monday to 16 counts of felony eavesdropping, and his lawyer accused Dist. Attny. Nathan Hochman of making "a desperate effort to save face" with a motion last week that sought to justify the prosecution of man who documented racist re...
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Disney+, Hulu and iHeartMedia announce video podcasting deal featuring six titles
Lights, camera, podcasting! Disney+ and Hulu have teamed up with iHeartMedia to bring video editions of six hit iHeartPodcasts to streaming subscribers....
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Trump signs executive order to change childhood vaccine schedule
Trump order makes recommendations about the childhood vaccine schedule and recommens that the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine be split into three separate shots....
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After more than a million cases without a transcript, California high court allows recording
California's Supreme Court ruled that proceedings in some civil cases can be electronically recorded in order to create transcripts, settling a dispute that has pitted attorneys for domestic violence victims and others against court reporters, who argue only humans can be trusted...
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With Big Bear bald eagle Jackie critically ill, we want to hear what she means to you
With celebrity eagle Jackie critically ill, we want to hear fans' favorite memories of her and her family.
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What's next for Big Bear bald eagle Shadow after mate Jackie's death?
Jackie’s heartbreaking death has stunned fans of the famed Big Bear bald eagle and while they navigate the loss of the beloved bird, they’re also wondering – what’s next for her mate, Shadow? Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV), the nonprofit behind the livestream of the eagles’ n...
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Mountain lion spotted strolling through Studio City driveway, video shows
A homeowner in Studio City did a double take when he watched footage from his Ring camera and saw a large mountain lion right outside.
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Kiara Bowling, critically wounded in Oakland, California crash involving young boys fighting for her life: family
Kiara Bowling, who was critically wounded in an Oakland, California crash involving young boys is fighting for her life, her family said.
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Lauren Boebert's 21-year-old son is arrested on child sexual exploitation charges
The son of Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., was arrested on charges of sexual exploitation of a child, authorities said Monday. Tyler Boebert, 21, was taken into custody Sunday and later released on $10,000 bond, the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office in Colorado said in a statement. ...
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California craft liquor delivery is about to go away thanks to big money lobbying
Cris Steller, owner of Dry Diggins Distillery, poses with a box used to ship Engine 49 Bourbon in the company's distilling and bottling warehouse in El Dorado Hills on Aug. 4, 2026. (Fred Greaves / CalMatters) For six years, Californians have been able to shake up a craft cocktai...
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'Baywatch' cast celebrates teen lifeguard Ryder Williams who rescued boy in Santa Cruz
A 16-year-old lifeguard who recently rescued a boy off the coast of Santa Cruz, California, received a special honor from the cast of the "Baywatch" revival....
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Tupac Shakur murder: Jury selection begins in Las Vegas trial for suspect Duane 'Keffe D' Davis
Jury selection began Monday in the murder trial of the man accused of orchestrating the 1996 murder of rap icon Tupac Shakur. Duane "Keffe D" Davis' trial is happening nearly 30 years after the deadly drive-by-shooting in Las Vegas....
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Zuckerberg spokesperson says his yacht did not hear call for maritime assist off Alaska coast
The crew of a yacht owned by Mark Zuckerberg did not hear a radio call for a maritime assist from a small skiff that ran out of fuel off the coast of Alaska, and by the time it did, another nearby ship had already rendered assistance, a spokesperson for the Meta CEO said....
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Nithya Raman says she's facing political punishment for challenging Mayor Karen Bass
Los Angeles Councilmember Nithya Raman, who is running to replace Mayor Karen Bass, publicly threw a political grenade Monday, suggesting the City Council president is colluding with Bass to “punish” her. Raman released a video message on her YouTube channel Monday, saying she wa...
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Freeform's 'Somebody Knows Something' host Kara Chamberlain on show's stories sharing commonalities
"Somebody Knows Something" host Kara Chamberlain uses her experience as a former law enforcement officer and a crime survivor to amplify cold cases.
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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 ...
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Se cumple 1 año del despliegue de la Guardia Nacional en Washington, ahora extendido hasta 2029
Han pasado 12 meses desde que Donald Trump anunció una emergencia por delincuencia en Washington y desplegando a la Guardia Nacional.
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Hey Boo! Meet the Cutie ghosts: Disney's spookiest and sweetest collection returns
Playful spirits in store: Grab your favorite from Disney's Cutie Ghost Collection today!
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Would you trust your boss with data about your brain? California moves to regulate neurotech
(Illustration by Adriana Heldiz / CalMatters; iStock) Brain sensors and implants are giving people the ability to control computers, robots and wheelchairs without moving a muscle. Paired with algorithms, the devices can also predict when people are most likely to be productive a...
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Firefighters stop forward progress of Lancaster-area brush fire
Crews in the Antelope Valley responded to a brush fire that burned near Lancaster on Monday. The blaze was reported some time before 4 p.m. in the area of West Avenue H and North 90 th Street, the Los Angeles County Fire Department said. As of 5:15 p.m., the fire has swelled to 3...
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Former Miss NC USA says title was 'ripped' from her over beliefs
Boltinhouse said she believes her title was "ripped" away because of her conservative Christian views.
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Duane 'Keffe D' Davis trial: Here's what to know as man faces charges for allegedly orchestrating Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing
The case of rap icon Tupac Shakur's killing has been unresolved for decades; now the man charged in his 1996 killing in Las Vegas is going to trial.
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Upper deck golf to return to Dodger Stadium in December
The Dodgers announced Monday that Upper Deck Golf will return to Dodger Stadium in December for a three-day event that will allow golfers to tee off from the stadium’s seating levels. The event will be held from Dec. 4 to Dec. 6, with golfers hitting shots from the stands and upp...
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Woman pleads not guilty to charges in murder-for-hire plot targeting Woodland Hills doctor
The ex-wife of a doctor who was gunned down outside his Woodland Hills clinic in an alleged murder-for-hire plot pleaded not guilty Monday. Ahang Mirshojae, 54, of Calabasas, is charged with murder along with the alleged gunman, Evan Hardman, 42, of Tomball, Texas, who is set to ...
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Mountain getaway rocked by ‘latest chapter’ of deadly violence as officials avoid gang label in tourist town
Police in Asheville, North Carolina, say a downtown shooting that killed two people and wounded seven was a direct retaliatory act, though they have declined to call the violence gang-related in the Blue Ridge tourist town....