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US military says it fired on another merchant vessel trying to breach blockade of Iranian ports
The U.S. military said Friday that it fired on another merchant vessel that was trying to breach its blockade of Iranian ports.
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D4vd murder case: Detective says singer's phone had sexual photos of teen, talk of abortion
An LAPD detective took the witness stand Friday and laid out years worth of text messages and phone calls to prove David Anthony Burke, whose stage name is D4vd, sexually abused a teenage girl for years before allegedly killing her in April of 2025....
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LA homelessness rises in 2026 count as economic strain, subsidy cuts stall progress
The 2026 Greater LA Homelessness Count shows a 1.2% rise in county unhoused populations as economic hardships and subsidy reductions impact local housing progress....
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D4vd preliminary hearing: Autopsy doctor testifies about Celeste Rivas Hernandez fatal injuries as judge considers trial
An autopsy doctor testified about Celeste Rivas Hernandez's fatal injuries as a judge considers trial for D4vd in a preliminary hearing.
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WATCH: President Trump to speak at rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner
President Donald Trump is expected to speak Friday night at the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner.
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$496M homeless services budget gets green light moments before release of disappointing 2026 numbers
A LAHSA Commission meeting held on Friday, on April 25, 2025. (Samanta Helou Hernandez / LAist) Topline: The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority Commission unanimously approved a $496 million budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, moments before the agency released its annual ho...
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DHS surveilled peaceful protesters and then yanked their Global Entry, federal lawsuit alleges
Plaintiffs in a federal lawsuit filed in California allege that the Department of Homeland Security revoked their Global Entry privileges in retaliation for exercising their constitutional rights....
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Simone Biles undergoes procedure after near-death experience in June: Reports
Simone Biles is reportedly back in the hospital after she revealed she “almost died" last month.
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Authorities investigating after man shot by deputies in Bellflower dies
An investigation is underway after deputies shot and killed a man in Bellflower on Friday night. Deputies responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call in the 10400 block of Artesia Boulevard just before 9 p.m., according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. The sh...
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Ex-'Teacher of the Year,' assistant principal arrested on child sex charges
A former Mississippi educator is in custody after authorities reported she had sexual relations with a student.
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Police arrest robbery suspects in DTLA after high-speed chase
Three robbery suspects were taken into custody Friday after a dangerous, high-speed pursuit that began in Orange County.
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3 robbery suspects arrested in downtown LA after high-speed police chase
They ditched the vehicle in downtown LA near Maple Avenue and East Olympic Boulevard in downtown Los Angeles and ran away from the scene.
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Why saying 'chai tea' is redundant — and how one SoCal cafe is preserving the drink's identity
Chaiwale and Co.'s location in Orange, CA. (Shilapjot ‘Sunny’ Singh / Courtesy of Chaiwale & Co.) Chai is more than just a drink for South Asians around the world. It’s a symbol of hospitality, community and respect. Shilapjot ‘Sunny’ Singh, co-owner of Chaiwale & Co., joined Air...
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Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready unveils his debut graphic novel at San Diego Comic-Con
Pearl Jam guitarist and rock legend Mike McCready has written a graphic novel and rock opera called "Mike McCready's Farewell to Seasons". It'll be available worldwide Oct. 6....
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Philly fans rejoice! Celebrate LeBron's arrival with must-have 76ers gear
Get ready, Philadelphia: Grab the LeBron James Sixers merch every fan needs.
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Paramount agrees to delay closing its Warner Bros buyout for months while judge considers challenge
Skydance-owned Paramount on Friday agreed to delay closing its $81 billion buyout of Warner Bros. Discovery well into next year.
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Expert details Rivas Hernandez's final moments
Celeste Rivas Hernandez's parents were absent as LA County Deputy Medical Examiner Dr. Grant Ho testified. Among the evidence presented was a disturbing full-body photograph of her torso alongside her severed limbs, arranged on an examination table....
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Paramount agrees to delay closing its Warner Bros buyout while judge considers challenge
The Paramount logo is displayed at Columbia Square along Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, Calif. on March 9, 2023. (Patrick T. Fallon / AFP via Getty Images) NEW YORK (AP) — Skydance-owned Paramount on Friday agreed to delay closing its $81 billion buyout of Warner Bros. Discovery ...
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LA homelessness rose in 2026, official count shows
Henry Wilkinson and Kristina Ross record a makeshift shelter during LAHSA's homeless count on Jan. 20, 2026. (Jordan Rynning / LAist) Homelessness went up in Los Angeles this year following two previous years of declines, according to official homeless count findings released Fri...
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Over 4,300 pounds of chicken noodle soup imported from Canada to US recalled due to inspection issue
More than 4,300 pounds of canned chicken noodle soup are being recalled after bypassing a required federal inspection before entering the U.S. Find out which cans are affected....
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Extended 14-hour road closure in effect in Agoura Hills for wildlife crossing construction
A critical 14-hour road closure is underway in Agoura Hills as crews pour concrete for the massive wildlife crossing over the 101 Freeway.
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Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood reopens after a week-long closure
Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood reopened Saturday after being shut down for more than a week due to a massive water main break, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power said. The LADWP had said its crews demobilized while the LA County Sheriff Department lifted all local ...
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Fake OC animal charity founder charged after dozens of dogs rescued from hot cars
Priscilla Martin faces felony animal cruelty charges after police rescued 14 dogs from a hot car in Newport Beach and discovered a fake animal charity....
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Autopsy doctor testifies about teen girl's fatal injuries at hearing to decide if D4vd faces trial
The doctor who performed the autopsy on 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez gave the difficult details of her death.
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Airbnb squatter? Hermosa Beach, California homeowner says guest refused to leave after reservation ended
A Hermosa Beach, California homeowner says an Airbnb guest refused to leave after his reservation ended.
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Hate crime probe underway after antisemitic markings found in Pasadena
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department began a hate crime investigation after a mural was vandalized with an antisemitic message and symbols in Pasadena, authorities announced Friday. Deputies responded to North Altadena Drive near Washington Boulevard Friday after learning ...
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Carjacking victim says he called 911 while trapped in car with suspect, who asked him for directions in Houston, Texas
A carjacking victim says he called 911 while trapped in a car with a suspect, who asked him for directions in Houston, Texas.
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Does Shadow know Jackie is alive?
Bald eagle Jackie is seen laying an egg as captured by the Friends of Big Bear Valley and Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam (Screenshot of footage captured by Friends of Big Bear Valley and Big Bear Eagle Next Cam) Topline: An eagle believed to be Jackie, one of the beloved Big Bear eagles...
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California man drank all day then drove into a tree at 101 mph with a car full of people
Prosecutors say Cameron Garcia was behind the wheel drunk during a deadly 2023 car crash then carjacked someone to flee the scene.
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Measles cases hit U.S. record not seen since 1991
There have been 2,318 measles cases reported across the nation this year, according to the CDC. That's higher than in any year since a significant nationwide measles epidemic between 1989 and 1991....
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Tony Romo arrested on suspicion of operating under the influence
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested Thursday on suspicion of operating while under the influence, according to the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office....
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Man charged for assaulting a girl, using her for pornography
Orange County authorities charged a man who is accused of sexually assaulting an underage girl in Westminster than using her for child pornography, police announced Friday. Nathan Robert Stubbs, 41, charged with eight sex charges as well as a count of using a minor in the sale or...
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405 Freeway closures in Sepulveda Pass resume July 24-27
Caltrans construction resumes Friday night through Monday morning on the 405 Freeway in the Sepulveda Pass, bringing major lane closures, ramp shut-downs, and detours....
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There are already more US measles cases this year than in all of 2025
A measles vaccination clinic at the Andrews County Health Department in Texas last year. (Annie Rice / AP) The number of measles cases in the U.S. has surpassed the record-breaking tally for all of 2025, with five more months of 2026 still to come. The U.S. Centers for Disease Co...
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Sixth Street Bridge closed due to police activity, LAPD says
The Sixth Street Bridge was closed between downtown Los Angeles and Boyle Heights on Friday morning due to police activity, authorities said.
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D4vd preliminary hearing enters 4th day
Singer David Anthony Burke faces capital murder charges—including special circumstances for lying in wait, financial gain, and killing a witness—following the death of a teenager. Held without bail, Burke could potentially face the death penalty if prosecutors choose to seek it....
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Neurodivergent kids face special mental health risks. New initiative seeks ways to protect them
Jake Collective and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention are launching a $5 million, five-year initiative
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Lineage faces $500 daily fines for ‘unsanitary' conditions after Boyle Heights fire
Los Angeles County health officials announced that Lineage Logistics — the company at the center of last month’s warehouse fire in Boyle Heights — is facing $500 daily fines after being cited Thursday for “unsanitary and nuisance conditions.” The administrative citation was issue...
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Ben, Casey Affleck's mother Chris Affleck dies at 83
The mother of famed actors Ben and Casey Affleck has died at 83.
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4 more states report cyclosporiasis outbreak. Here's how the FDA does a traceback investigation
Experts explain how health officials investigate foodborne illnesses amid a second outbreak of cyclosporiasis.
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Fundraiser to buy land near Big Bear’s famous bald eagle nest surpasses goal
Big Bear's famous bald eagle couple, Jackie and Shadow, snuggled up side by side on their "Lookout Snag" on Saturday. (Friends of Big Bear Valley / YouTube) Topline: Nearly 63 acres of land near Big Bear’s famous bald eagle nest will be permanently preserved after environmental o...
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Man climbs to top of L.A.'s 6th Street Bridge, drawing police and firefighters, stopping traffic
Police and firefighters responded after a man was spotted atop an arc on the 6th Street Bridge. Fire officials said the man had threatened to jump.
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California sues Trump over emergency funding rules that pressure states on elections
Election workers process vote-by-mail ballots at the Orange County Registrar of Voters in Santa Ana on June 2, 2026. (Jules Hotz / CalMatters) California is taking the Trump administration to court a third time over its attempts to tie crucial emergency preparedness funding to th...
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Tony Romo arrested in Milwaukee for OWI 1st; court date set
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was arrested in Milwaukee on Thursday night, July 23 for OWI, first offense.
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Trump threatens a major escalation in Iran as the war nears the 5-month mark
An Iranian couple rides past Iranian-made Zolfaghar missiles displayed at Azadi Square in Tehran on Friday. (AFP via Getty Images) AMMAN, Jordan — The U.S. continued airstrikes in Iran on Friday while Tehran launched retaliatory attacks on U.S. targets in the Gulf as the region b...
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Video: Teens on e-bikes takeover downtown Orlando; many detained, citations issued
The Orlando Police Department said hundreds of kids on e-bikes and motorized scooters were causing trouble in downtown Orlando last weekend, allegedly driving through red lights, impeding traffic, blocking roadways, and preventing emergency officials from responding to calls....
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Listing adds $200 'work-from-home fee' | Could this be a new rental trend?
A newly built, furnished one-bedroom ADU in Walnut Creek is listed for $3,250 a month with utilities and Wi-Fi included. But the listing also states, "If working from home additional $200 monthly."...
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Massive tank shatters at pet store, flooding facility and killing hundreds of fish | Video
A massive fish tank burst Monday afternoon at Somethin' Fishy Pets in Fox Lake, Illinois, sending 2,000 gallons of water rushing through the store and killing many of the more than 350 fish that were inside....
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Lopez: 5 reasons the Dodgers should not go back to the White House again next year
A World Series victory comes at a stiff price: the annual White House photo op.
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A defiant Trump imposes replacement tariffs on biggest US trading partners
President Trump looks to reporters after getting off Air Force One on Wednesday at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. (Kevin Dietsch / Getty Images) Updated July 24, 2026 at 10:57 AM ET Stay up to date with our Politics newsletter, sent weekly . On the day the Supreme Court ruled ag...
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TikTok star accused in hitman plot appears in court
The arraignment for social media influencer Gabriela Gonzalez, her father Francisco, and her ex-boyfriend Kai Cordrey was postponed on Thursday.
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JCOD Announces Fifth CFCI Care Grants Funding Opportunity for Community-Based Organizations
July 24, 2026 Media Contact: Chris Kim ckim@jcod.lacounty.gov JCOD Announces Fifth CFCI Care Grants Funding Opportunity for Community-Based Organizations LOS ANGELES – The Justice, Care and Opportunities Department (JCOD) invites community-based organizations to apply for funding...
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'Spider-Man' to the rescue - Helps man in wheelchair cross street
Not all superheroes wear capes—some wear Spider-Man suits. A driver dressed as Spider-Man stopped at a busy Arkansas intersection to help a wheelchair user safely cross the street. Police praised the "web of kindness," and it turns out the good Samaritan was on the way to a super...
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Billboard ads and stadium taxes head to Inglewood voters this November
A campaign ad targeting Inglewood's stadium owners lights up a video billboard in downtown Inglewood. The ad was paid for by a campaign committee funded by billboard company WOW Media. (Isaiah Murtaugh Barish / The LA Local) This story first appeared on The LA Local . Inglewood v...
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LeBron James says he's going to play for the Philadelphia 76ers next season
LeBron James is going to play for the Philadelphia 76ers next season, he announced on social media Friday.
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Southern California's heat wave is about to break. But not for long
Southern California will continue to endure hotter than normal conditions for the foreseeable future, with the peak of the heat wave lasting through Sunday, forecasters said....
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LeBron chooses 76ers, will sign 2-year, $8 million contract
LeBron James s signing with the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8 million deal with a player option, Klutch Sports Group CEO Rich Paul told ESPN.
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Singer Chris Brown pleads guilty over bottle attack at London nightclub
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown pleaded guilty Friday to brawling at a London nightclub in 2023, a fight in which he hit a music producer over the head with a bottle....
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Leopard escapes enclosure, forces South Carolina zoo evacuation
Visitors at the Greenville Zoo in South Carolina were evacuated after a leopard escaped its enclosure Thursday.
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Sunset Boulevard expected to reopen late Friday following water leak
About a week after an estimated 17 million gallons of water spilled out of a broken water main under Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, crews have finalized repairs and announced the road will soon reopen....