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Immigrant detainees in California win key workplace safety settlement
A settlement announced this week now affirms that private immigrant detention facilities are subject to California's workplace safety and health requirements....
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Chabria: UC could go back to using the SAT and ACT for admissions. Here's why that doesn't add up
UC is not Harvard, and was never meant to embody that type of self-perpetuating exclusivity disguised as a meritocracy.
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Toddler declared dead in drowning incident found alive in hospital morgue. Now, his parents could be charged
Police say an Arizona toddler discovered in a backyard pool in February was declared dead at a hospital but later discovered to be alive.
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Why ‘Heated Rivalry' landed zero Emmy nominations
“Heated Rivalry” launched a worldwide phenomenon when it first premiered in November 2025. But despite the TV series’ massive popularity, it won’t be taking home any awards when the 78th Emmy Awards airs this September. The Television Academy announced its full list of nominee...
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Southern California “Ranchbassadors” share their love of ranch with Europe
Ranch dressing, the popular sauce often paired with food like burgers, fries and wings, is gaining even more popularity on social media as Europeans visiting the U.S. for the World Cup are trying it for the first time. To help introduce ranch dressing to more Europeans, Hidden...
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How to watch the Walk of Fame ceremony for hip-hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame will be unveiled Wednesday honoring the Grammy-winning hip-hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. The rap artists from Cleveland launched a 35-year career in the early 1990s that produced three chart-topping albums and a Grammy Award for best rap ...
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Three-day mobile health clinic opens in Boyle Heights
A three-day community mobile health clinic in Boyle Heights opened Wednesday to provide services in an area affected by a days-long fire at a cold food storage warehouse. The clinic will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday through Friday at Ruben Salazar Park, located a...
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USPS raising Forever stamp price to 82 cents on Sunday. Here's what to know
The price for postage is about to go up again. The U.S. Postal Service will raise the cost of a first-class Forever stamp from 78 cents to 82 cents starting Sunday, July 12, marking the second straight year of a sizable increase. The USPS proposed higher rates for the Forev...
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Jayson Tatum on LeBron James possibly joining Celtics: ‘That hasn't crossed my mind'
Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum appeared on “TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle” on Wednesday to promote his new children’s book, “Baby Dunks-a-Lot: The Day the Basketballs Stopped Bouncing.” And though most of the interview focused on his new book and his charitable foundation, he...
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Obamacare insurers seek another double-digit increase on premiums in 2027
Many Americans straining to pay for Affordable Care Act health insurance are unlikely to get relief next year, according to a new analysis that shows insurers in the marketplace are proposing a second straight year of double-digit premium hikes. Across the 77 insurers in the A...
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Josh Allen in the Olympics? Bills QB reveals his ‘dream' for Los Angeles 2028
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has long had sporting aspirations that extend far beyond the football field. “Being a U.S. Olympic gold medalist is a dream that I’ve always had,” the former NFL MVP told NBC, “and I’ve never had the chance to accomplish it.” Allen playe...
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Driver arrested after woman killed crossing the street in Pacoima
A driver has been arrested on suspicion of DUI after authorities say he hit and killed a woman who was crossing the street in Pacoima Tuesday night. Officers with the Los Angeles Police Department responded to the 12600 block of Branford Street. According to the LAPD, the...
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Heat advisory to take effect for LA inland coastal area
A heat advisory will take effect Wednesday for the Los Angeles inland coastal area, while another advisory remained in effect for valley and mountain communities where temperatures were expected to reach as high as 105 degrees. The advisory for the Los Angeles inland coastal a...
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Hazmat response in Irvine is tied to same teen, chemicals from earlier case, attorney says
A chemical odor reported at a home in Irvine prompted a hazmat response Tuesday in a gated community where neighbors have seen a similar scene before.
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Alleged Indian crime boss linked to killing of Sikh leader in Canada
Lawrence Bishnoi, an alleged Indian crime boss, is accused of being a part of the 2023 assassination of a prominent Sikh leader, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, in Canada....
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2026 Emmy nominations: See the full list
And the nominees are… Best variety series and reality competition were revealed Wednesday morning on “TODAY.” The rest of this year’s Emmy nominees will be announced at 11:30 a.m. ET/8:30 a.m. PT by past winners Liza Colón-Zayas of “The Bear” and Jeff Hiller of “Somebody S...
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18 months later: Gradual Palisades Fire rebuild continues as 28 properties cleared for occupancy
Rebuilding continues 18 months after the Palisades Fire, but only a small number of families have returned home despite more than 1,400 rebuilding permits being issued....
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Two USMNT staff members were suspended by FIFA for World Cup game vs. Belgium
Two staff members of the U.S. soccer team were suspended by FIFA from Monday’s round of 16 game against Belgium. FIFA did not explain why it imposed the discipline on team manager Sam Zapatka and U.S. Soccer Federation vice president of security Frank Pannell. The USSF did ...
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Pasadena doctor who drove family off cliff has charges of attempted murder dismissed
The three attempted murder charges against a Pasadena doctor who drove his car off a 250-foot cliff with his wife and two young children inside were dismissed after he completed a mental health diversion program....
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At least 2 injured when driver crashes near restaurant in Boyle Heights
A witness said a driver struck a family while they were having lunch outside the Boyle Heights restaurant.
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Long Beach paletero says he was brutally attacked while selling ice cream on July 4
A Long Beach street vendor says he can no longer work after being brutally attacked while selling ice cream at Belmont Pier on July 4.
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Street vendor says he was brutally attacked on July 4
A Long Beach ice cream vendor, Eliu Ramirez, says he can no longer work after being brutally attacked while selling ice cream at Belmont Pier on July 4....
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Trump says after new strikes on Iran that ceasefire is ‘over' but negotiations can continue
The United States launched strikes on Iran early Wednesday, hours after it revoked a license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil in retaliation for what it said were Tehran’s attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran hit back with strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait. President ...
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LAPD helicopter makes emergency landing after being hit by drone at Encino brush fire
As crews battled a brush fire near the Encino Reservoir on Tuesday, a drone reportedly hit a police helicopter, forcing an emergency landing.
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Former SoCal sheriff's deputy shoved detainee, whose spine fractured. He's headed to prison
A former San Diego County sheriff's deputy shoved a pre-trial detainee from behind while his legs were shackled and his hands chained at the waist, causing the man to "fly across his holding cell, headfirst into the far wall and collapse to the ground," according to prosecutors....
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D4vd case: Officials investigating alleged leaks by medical examiner employees
As the murder case of Celeste Rivas Hernandez moves closer to trial, the latest development is centered on the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office following reports that at least one employee leaked details to the media....
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Los Angeles County USA-2 search-and-rescue team is welcomed home after 11 days in Venezuela
L.A. County firefighters who assisted with search-and-rescue efforts in Venezuela returned home on Monday after twin earthquakes rocked the country.
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Ventura teen who fled officers the wrong way on the freeway is charged with two felonies
A Ventura juvenile allegedly speeding 60 mph on an electric motorcycle on the wrong side of the highway has been charged with a pair of felonies, authorities announced Tuesday....
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With Mexico and the U.S. out of the World Cup, who should their fans support now?
Team USA fans cheer during the U.S. vs. Australia match June 19.(Heather Diehl / Getty Images)Even though the U.S. and Mexico national soccer teams have been knocked out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, their fans aren’t giving up on the tournament. Instead, they’re throwing their sup...
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New FX show 'The Shards' will feature music from Troye Sivan, Leland, plus series star Hayes Warner
"Every summer has its dark side." FX's "The Shards" will feature music from Troye Sivan and collaborator Leland, as well as series star Hayes Warner. ✨...
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'Moana': Dwayne Johnson embraces Maui's makeover in new live action film
Dwayne Johnson says he was entertained by fan comments about Maui's long-haired appearance in Disney's new live-action film, "Moana."
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Buckle up, LA. This heat could be with us for a while
A person wears a hat for shade under the morning sun while walking along the Strand in Redondo Beach during a heat wave in March. Another stretch of heat is settling in in Southern California this week.(Patrick T. Fallon / Getty Images)Sweltering summer days have arrived in South...
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LAPD withholds identity of officer in fatal dog shooting in Canoga Park
The owner of a pet dog killed by an LAPD officer last month is suing the city, calling for transparency and accountability as the city has refused to name the officer who opened fire....
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Volcano Fire: Brush fire near Murrieta prompts evacuation orders
Firefighters are battling a brush fire near Murrieta that has prompted evacuation orders.
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LA County wants to put affordable housing groups first in line to buy apartment buildings
An apartment building rises above the streets of L.A. (Daniel Hanscom / Getty Images)In what they described as an effort to prevent more corporate landlords from displacing Los Angeles renters, the L.A. County Board of Supervisors decided Tuesday to move forward with plans to req...
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Evacuation warning lifted in Encino as crews gain upper hand on brush fire
The fire started around noon near the 4500 block of North Encino Avenue, the L.A. City Fire Department said. It quickly grew from half an acre to five acres....
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L.A. County posts $20,000 reward to find man suspected of killing father and daughter in Long Beach crash
County officials reestablish reward for a man accused of crashing into a Long Beach apartment and killing a father and daughter.
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Evacuation warning lifted for brush fire near Encino Reservoir; water drops halt flames' progress
A brush fire scorched a few acres near the Encino Reservoir and Sepulveda Basin, briefly prompting evacuation warnings for some residents.
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Covina City Council to vote on battery energy storage project amid backlash from community
Battery storage hubs are used to stabilize the energy grid but have led to lithium battery fires in some cities.(Sandy Huffaker / Getty Images)The Covina City Council is set to vote Tuesday night on whether to allow construction of a battery energy storage facility that’s faced ...
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Waymo calls San Mateo, California police on teens for drinking, shooting toy guns from driverless vehicle
Waymo called San Mateo, California police on teens for drinking and shooting toy guns from a driverless vehicle.
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LA city contractor previously convicted of murder pleads not guilty in body armor case
Michael Angel Alvarez, 41, was arrested by the FBI on May 29 on allegations he was in possession of body armor after a violent felony conviction during a previous arrest by LAPD.Topline:A man federal prosecutors say was an active gang leader while working as a city contractor ple...
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Farewell to Team USA's World Cup run. This diehard fan in LA will root for you again next time
Jeff van Hoy (R) and his son outside SoFi Stadium in Inglewood during U.S.A.'s opening match against Paraguay. (Courtesy Jeff van Hoy)L.A. resident Jeff van Hoy is setting aside his jerseys and hanging up his scarves after Team USA's brutal 4-1 loss to Belgium last night."It feel...
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Over 600 drones have now been seized near World Cup sites
More than 600 drones have been seized near FIFA World Cup venues since the tournament began, according to the TSA.
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Environmental justice group sues California over carbon market overhaul
The lawsuit claims that California's air regulator rushed changes to its signature cap-and-invest program without proper environmental review.
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Charges dismissed against California doctor accused of driving family off cliff near Devil's Slide
Attempted murder charges were dismissed for a Southern California doctor who was accused of driving his family off a cliff at Devil's Slide near Pacifica in 2023....
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Fans slam FIFA's cooling breaks. Why the U.S. World Cup team doctor disagrees
This year's World Cup, hosted across the U.S., Canada and Mexico, is the hottest played since the tournament began in 1930. If venues are air conditioned, are FIFA's hydration breaks necessary?...
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2 children found living with dead animals in squalid Philadelphia, Pennsylvania home
2 children were found living with dead animals in a squalid Philadelphia, Pennsylvania home.
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Brush fire erupts in Encino near Sepulveda Basin
A small brush fire erupted in Encino near the Sepulveda Basin Tuesday.
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Deadline nears for LAUSD Boyle Heights families to apply for $250 in cash aid
An estimated 13,000 families with children in Los Angeles Unified schools live near the site of the Boyle Heights warehouse fire.(Mario Tama / Getty Images)Topline:Boyle Heights families of school age children affected by the warehouse fire have until Wednesday afternoon to apply...
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Inland Empire amusement park Fiesta Village is closing after 52 years
Fiesta Village Fun Park, an amusement park in Colton, is closing its doors. After over 50 years of serving the Inland Empire, the park will host one final celebration this weekend....
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Brittany Armstrong charged with involuntary manslaughter after illegal fireworks start fire that killed Cashmere Elijah Parker in Dunn, North Carolina
Brittany Armstrong was charged with involuntary manslaughter after illegal fireworks started a fire that killed Cashmere Elijah Parker in Dunn, North Carolina....
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Houston shooting: Man killed by ICE officer near Canal Street, Wayside Drive
A man was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston on Tuesday morning, officials confirm.
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No criminal charges filed against LA Rams' Alaric Jackson after domestic battery arrest
Los Angeles officials has declined to file criminal charges against Alaric Jackson, offensive lineman for the LA Rams, who was arrested last month for possible domestic battery, NBC4 Investigates learned Tuesday. Jackson was arrested at around 11 p.m. on June 8 after police re...
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Shohei Ohtani hits his 300th career homer, a leadoff shot for Dodgers star against the Rockies
Shohei Ohtani hit his 300th career homer on Tuesday night, a leadoff shot against Colorado Rockies pitcher Michael Lorenzen. The Los Angeles Dodgers’ two-way superstar blasted a 409-foot line drive to center on a 2-0 pitch for his 20th homer of the season. Center fielder Cole ...
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Fiesta Village Family Fun Park in Colton announces closure
A Colton staple that’s served as a family-friendly destination for decades announced it will be closing its doors this week. Fiesta Village Family Fun Park announced that after 50 years, it will close after the weekend. The announcement was made on the attraction’s website, wh...
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DHS buys two California immigrant detention centers for $1.5 billion
The purchase comes as the Department of Homeland Security has moved to scale up its capacity to detain immigrants without relying as heavily on private prison corporations....
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Luxury vehicles including Lamborghini, Porsche and BMW seized in SoCal theft bust
Ventura County Sheriff's deputies last week arrested two men on suspicion of stealing several high-end luxury vehicles in Southern California. Authorities seized vehicles worth a combined $1.3 million....
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Missing California woman found dead in desert less than quarter-mile from home
Missing 55-year-old Loretta Pilitsis was found dead near her Piñon Hills home a month after vanishing, prompting a sheriff's investigation.
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Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles prepares for historic cross-country tour
What began with just nine Los Angeles students has grown into an orchestra preparing for its biggest move yet - a nationwide tour!
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SoCal Metro worker among several arrested in transnational organized crime case
Several people have been arrested, including a Metro worker, as part of an operation targeting a transnational organized crime ring, federal officials announced....