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These are the best foodie cities in the US, according to a new ranking
WalletHub ranked more than 180 U.S. cities based on their culinary quality, diversity, accessibility and affordability to identify the best destinations for food lovers....
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New law tightens rules on explosive chemicals after Garden Grove scare
Workers in hazmat gear remove neutralized methyl methacrylate, also known as MMA, from two storage tanks at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove on June 30, 2026. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law Sunday that tightens building rules f...
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California recognizes Eid as a state holiday. What does that mean?
Eid celebrations at the Islamic Society of Orange County. (Courtesy ISOC) California is now the second state to recognize the two main Muslim holidays as state holidays. Eid ul Fitr is the festival marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, and Eid ul Adha is the festival hono...
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Lauren Halsey talks remaking the Hollywood Bowl for one-night ‘funk opera’ with Erykah Badu
A rendering of the setup that'll be on display at Lauren Halsey's emajendat. (Courtesy Lauren Halsey) Usually when you go to a show at the Hollywood Bowl, you know what to expect: crisp air, views of the hills, plus maybe a picnic you brought. Tuesday’s concert will have all of t...
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Daytime bug bites rise as invasive mosquitoes expand in SoCal
An invasive species of mosquitoes that have been booming in Northern California have now been confirmed here in Southern California.
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Niño de 10 años y 2 mujeres mueren aplastados en embarcación de migrantes de Francia a Reino Unido
Niño de 10 años y dos mujeres mueren aplastados en embarcación con más de 100 migrantes en el Canal de la Mancha informaron las autoridades francesas.
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Chuck Grassley, oldest sitting US senator, laments dying in office under a Democratic governor
"I don't want a Democrat governor choosing my successor," Grassley said.
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California toddler is shot by adult cleaning a gun
An adult cleaning a gun accidentally shot a 2-year-old boy in the Central Valley town of Pixley on Sunday, authorities said.
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Bass, Raman to appear at LA mayoral forum hosted by Jewish groups
The two candidates for L.A. mayor, incumbent Karen Bass (left) and challenger Nithya Raman, are set to appear at a forum sponsored by a coalition of Jewish groups at the Skirball Cultural Center. Topline: Incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and her challenger City Councilmembe...
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On World Rabies Day, Public Health Warns of Record Rabid Bat Detections in Los Angeles County
September 28, 2026 Contact: media@ph.lacounty.gov (626) 430-5360 On World Rabies Day, Public Health Warns of Record Rabid Bat Detections in Los Angeles County Los Angeles County is experiencing its highest number of rabid bats ever recorded, prompting the Department of Public Hea...
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Trump can’t force election changes by blocking counterterrorism funds to states, judge says
President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, in Washington. (Alex Brandon / Associated Press ) A federal judge on Monday blocked the authority of President Donald Trump’s administration to withhold some federal counterterrorism fund...
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'A serious betrayal of the badge': Ex-deputy headed to prison for helping L.A. crypto 'godfather'
A former Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy who admitted to violating the civil rights of multiple people through intimidation, illegal search warrants and other abuses of power, was sentenced Monday to serve nearly two years in federal prison....
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Cornell fraternity alleged gang rape investigation reopened following civil lawsuit
Prosecutors in New York reopened a criminal investigation into an alleged 2024 gang rape at Cornell after the victim filed a new lawsuit.
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OC Transportation Agency board declares coastal erosion emergency
The Mariposa pedestrian bridge damaged by a landslide in San Clemente. (Orange County Transportation Authority) Topline: The Orange County Transportation Authority board on Monday declared coastal erosion conditions an emergency, allowing the agency to speedily replenish sand at ...
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Mother arrested more than a year after newborn found abandoned by dumpster in Riverside
Police in Riverside announced an arrest in the case of an abandoned crying baby found in the rain next to a trash bin more than one year ago.
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US officials deny there are plans to sell weapons to China
It comes after the U.S. ambassador to China said Trump offered to sell American arms to China.
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Newsom signs new protections for LGBTQ, reproductive rights
California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks about his state budget proposal Thursday, May 14, 2026, in Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) (Jeff Chiu/AP Photo/Jeff Chiu / AP) Gov. Gavin Newsom has beefed up protections for reproductive and LGBTQ+ rights in his latest rebuke of what h...
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An Olympics budget report from LA28 is missing key details. One city official says that’s a problem
Dodger Stadium is one of L.A.'s many 2028 Olympic venues. (Bonnie Ho / LAist ) The latest budget from the Olympics organizing committee for the 2028 Games is now public , but like other reports from LA28, it’s light on key financial details. It comes as L.A.’s city controller pre...
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State attorney general to oversee Kaiser's medical arbitration system under new law
The California attorney general will help oversee healthcare giant Kaiser Permanente's medical arbitration system to ensure it operates fairly under legislation Gov. Gavin Newsom signed. Patients have complained the system favors Kaiser....
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'Verity' cast reveals why the movie thriller should keep viewers guessing
In theaters this Friday, "Verity" is based on Hoover's bestselling novel and centers on a story built around distrust, mystery and shifting perceptions....
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Senate nears vote on college sports bill that would rein in athlete payments and transfers
Southern California quarterback Jayden Maiava, right, jumps away from Oregon linebacker Teitum Tuioti during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in Los Angeles. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press) The Senate is poised to pass a sweeping bip...
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What else is in your baby's diaper? California forces brands to reveal product ingredients
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law requiring companies to disclose all intentionally added ingredients in diapers, giving parents more transparency on products their babies depend on....
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Hace mucho que los periodistas de México enfrentan balas. Ahora aumentan las demandas en su contra
Políticos y jueces aumentan la presión sobre la libertad de prensa en México, lo que genera preocupación entre los grupos de defensa del periodismo.
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Contradicting Trump, Pope Leo says artificial intelligence safety concerns not 'fake news'
Pope Leo XIV says concerns about artificial intelligence going rogue are not "fake news" and should be taken seriously.
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John Mayer announces Las Vegas Sphere residency. Here's everything you need to know
There’s a new show coming to Las Vegas , and it’s none other than John Mayer Live at Sphere ! The 48-year-old Grammy winner announced Monday that he will perform a series of six shows at the venue next year. When is John Mayer Live at Sphere? The “guitar hero” will be live at Sph...