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IE judge orders church leaders to stand trial on murder charges in deaths of boy, former member
A judge ruled that there is enough evidence for leaders of a religious organization to stand trial on murder charges.
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Ciclavia team gets word out on upcoming Hollywood event
On the heels of a Ciclavia event this past Sunday in Leimert Park, organizers have already been gearing up for the next event, later this month. The community outreach team went door-to-door in Hollywood, getting the word out....
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Boil water notice lifted in Koreatown after more than 24 hours
A boil water notice was canceled in Koreatown on Thursday — 24 hours after neighbors had to only use boiled or bottled water over Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria concerns. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) said tap water was considered safe to drink and...
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America 250: National Parks offering free admission for 4th of July weekend
You can celebrate America's 250th anniversary and visit a National Park for free this weekend.
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FDA upgrades Utz brand potato chips recall ahead of Fourth of July holiday
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has classified the recall of certain types of Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips as the highest risk level.
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What to know about the LA Coliseum America250 July 4 celebration
One of Los Angeles’ most storied historic venues will provide the setting for a Fourth of July celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary. Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum — home to two Olympics, the Super Bowl, concerts and other major events woven into the fabric of U...
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Family remembers 22-year-old man who died after fall at Yosemite National Park
The family of 22-year-old Josue Alfaro, who died after going over Nevada Fall at Yosemite National Park, says they are heartbroken as they remember a young man they described as caring, hardworking, and full of dreams....
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16 children rescued from Ohio home: 'Livestock kept in better conditions'
Authorities serving a search warrant at a dilapidated Ohio home found 16 children living in deplorable conditions, surrounded by human waste and confined to one room for the past several years....
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Can Folarin Balogun appeal his red card? What to know for USA-Belgium
The U.S. men’s national team are in the World Cup Round of 16. But advancing to the quarterfinals just got more difficult. The Stars and Stripes will be without starting striker Folarin Balogun for the upcoming clash vs. Belgium. Balogun, who has three goals in three starts...
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Hawthorne man accused of false ransom demand to Guthrie family pleads guilty
A Hawthorne man accused of sending false ransom-related messages to Savannah Guthrie’s family asking about bitcoin demanded in a reported ransom letter pleaded guilty Thursday in federal court to a charge of harassment. Derrick Callella, 42, was pleaded guilty to two counts o...
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US economy adds jobs at slower pace with 57,000 jobs added in June, unemployment rate dips
Employers in the United States added jobs at a steady pace in June, with 57,000 jobs added, below economists' estimates of 110,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dipped to 4.2%, which was also below the estimate of 4.3%....
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Double Corpse Flower bloom expected at The Huntington
Two rare Titan Arums, commonly known as Corpse Flowers, are expected to bloom at The Huntington in the coming weeks, giving visitors a chance to witness one of the plant world’s shortest-lived and most pungent spectacles, it was announced Thursday. The plants went on public d...
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Trump administration sues California, Virginia over new gun laws
The Trump administration sued California and Virginia on Wednesday over new laws in both states that restrict the sale of semiautomatic firearms.
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West Nile found in mosquitoes in Costa Mesa and Westminster
Mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus have been found this week in Westminster and Costa Mesa, prompting officials to continue warning the public today to use insect repellant and take other steps this holiday weekend to avoid the pests. “We are seeing a lot of mosquito ac...
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Heat creeps in for the valleys and desert communities this Fourth of July weekend
Warming trend kicks in this weekend.(Myung J. Chun / Getty Images)Warmer weather is on the horizon as Southern California braces for heat next week. For this Fourth of July weekend, expect high temperatures back into the 80s and in the 90s for some areas. Today will start off clo...
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Boyle Heights neighbors want burned warehouse shut down as trash removal, pest control continue
A group of Boyle Heights neighbors and community members Thursday demanded the burned Lineage storage facility be shut down permanently and moved out of their neighborhood as cleanup efforts continued. The fire, which broke out inside the 500,000-square-foot cold food storage...
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4th of July rush kicks off: 5 million SoCal travelers to head out of town for holiday weekend
It's getaway day for millions of people heading out of town for the 4th of July holiday weekend, and Southern California's roads and airports are expected to be jammed....
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U.S. Olympic canoeist David ‘Davey' Hearn charged in Reflecting Pool vandalism
U.S. Olympic canoeist David “Davey” Hearn was indicted Thursday on a single count of destruction of property following his arrest last month at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Hearn was indicted in D.C. Superior Court on the felony charge. Hearn previously told NBC ...
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Commentary: 250 years? California was already going strong when the 13 colonies got their act together
Don't get all cocky, you 13 original colonies. Yes, yes, 250 years, congratulations, enjoy the cake.
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How daredevil loverbirds climbed onto Empire State Building spire
The NYPD believes the duo who climbed the Empire State Building Wednesday entered through a locked maintenance hatch on the 102nd floor observation deck....
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Things to do this weekend: Celebrate America's 250th at these Fourth-fun fests
Happy Independence Day: Dazzling drone shows, traditional fireworks extravaganzas, kids on decorated bikes, and the return of the Pacific Palisades celebration are on the shimmering schedule as we head into America’s 250th birthday. Some festivities are ticketed — The Beach Boys ...
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Some ransom notes sent in Nancy Guthrie case still being investigated as legitimate, FBI says
"This case continues to be investigated as a kidnapping for ransom case," the FBI said in a statement.
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Cruise ship passenger who went over balcony died by suicide, authorities say
A woman who went over a balcony on a cruise ship near Southern California’s Santa Catalina Island died by suicide, the Los Angeles County medical examiner said Thursday. The woman, identified as 24-year-old Briana Miller, died April 27 on a Carnival Cruise Line ship off the Lo...
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FIFA Fan Zone opens at Hansen Dam Recreation Area for Round of 32
Four days of World Cup Round of 32 watch parties are coming to the Hansen Dam Recreation Area in Los Angeles’ northern San Fernando Valley. The community events feature live match broadcasts, fan activations, music, food and more. Each Zone will offer a “distinct and locally ...
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Battle over free public yoga classes pits 'NamaSteve' against a SoCal city
Steve Hubbard recently filed a third lawsuit alleging the city of San Diego violated his rights by citing him for teaching free public yoga classes.
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Faces and voices of Angelenos on America's 250th
We asked people across Southern California what the milestone means to them — and about their hopes for the nation as it celebrates its independence.
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DLTA’s former Ace Hotel is reborn as a ‘creative hub’ — and yes, you can still sleep there - Los Angeles Times
DLTA’s former Ace Hotel is reb...
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Is July 3 a federal holiday? What's open and closed Friday ahead of Fourth of July
The fourth of July for 2026 falls on a Saturday, with this year marking the milestone of America’s 250th birthday. The day, a national holiday, also means government offices are closed. But the fact that it falls on a Saturday means it will actually be observed on a weekday. ...
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More than 2 million travelers expected at LAX
LAX expects to handle more than 2 million passengers during the Independence Day travel period and on Thursday, airport officials continued urging travelers to plan ahead as one of the busiest stretches of the summer gets underway. The holiday travel period runs through July 8...
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Fans erupt at Galaxy Park watch party after USMNT advances to FIFA World Cup Round of 16
The U.S. men's national team defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 Wednesday night to advance to the World Cup round of 16 as fans celebrated at a watch party at Galaxy Park in Carson....
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Koreatown businesses, residents scramble for bottled water after E. coli detected in sample
A boil water notice has been issued for residents in Koreatown after E. coli was detected in a routine water sample.
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Dodgers let Charlie Barnes get shelled while they prepare for the Padres - Los Angeles Times
Dodgers let Charlie Barnes get she...
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Motel manager arrested in human trafficking sting
Federal and local authorities unsealed a 65-count gang RICO indictment under "Operation Broken Blade," the first-ever human trafficking gang RICO case brought in the Central District of California. The multi-agency sweep targeted a vicious sex trafficking pipeline along a 3.5-mil...
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Boil-water notice issued for section of Koreatown after test finds E. coli
The Los Angeles Department of Power and Water issued a boil-water notice on Wednesday for a two-block area of Koreatown after routine testing came back positive for E. coli, the department said....
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Where to watch 4th of July fireworks in Southern California
Wondering where to watch fireworks on 4th of July? Here's a list of what's happening on Independence Day across Southern California.
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A Buena Park man ignited illegal fireworks that killed an 8-year-old girl. He now faces felony charges
Earl Decastro, 47, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter, unlawfully causing fire with great bodily injury and the illegal possession of more than 100 pounds of dangerous fireworks, according to the Orange County district attorney's office....
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LA County officials warn of illegal fireworks ahead of 4th of July holiday
Los Angeles County authorities are warning that anyone possessing or using illegal fireworks faces criminal charges and jail time.
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Bill to ban sex offenders from running for office fails in California senate committee
State Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) voted against AB 2753, which would have banned sex offenders from running for office. The vote failed 2-1-2 in committee....