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Eric Swalwell's electronic devices seized at SFO: Fox sources
Federal agents have seized electronic devices belonging to former East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell, according to reporting by Fox News.
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Student hurt in attack during freshman orientation at high school in Long Beach
A student was hospitalized after being injured by another student during freshman orientation at a high school in Long Beach on Thursday morning, school officials and police said. The Long Beach Police Department said it responded to the 4400 block of East 10th Street for a repor...
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Deer struck, killed on 405 Freeway in Sherman Oaks
A deer was struck and killed on the 405 Freeway in Sherman Oaks overnight.
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ICE detains boat captain in Statue of Liberty capsizing that killed mother, infant
The operator of a boat that capsized in the New York Harbor, killing a mother and her 5-month-old daughter, is now in ICE custody.
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Suspect arrested in death of 38-year-old woman at Anaheim motel
A 43-year-old man was arrested in connection with the death of a 38-year-old woman earlier this week in an Anaheim motel room. Anaheim police responded to a request for a welfare check Tuesday at the Kona Motel and found the victim, Jasmine Miranda, of Anaheim, suffering from inj...
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Severe storm, flood threat heads to Interstate 95 corridor: Forecast
The Mid-Atlantic is bracing for severe storms and potential flooding along the Interstate 95 corridor on Thursday, including during the evening rush hour....
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Watch: Amazon drone drops package in swimming pool
A Texas woman watched in astonishment as an Amazon drone dropped her package into her backyard swimming pool.
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Proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. merger risks 4,500 LA film and TV jobs, report warns
A Los Angeles County report warns a proposed Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery merger threatens 4,500 direct film and TV jobs and $4.06 billion in economic output....
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Jury hears Duane Davis' 2008 interview with authorities in Tupac Shakur murder trial
What to Know Duane “Keffe D” Davis is on trial for the murder of rap artist Tupac Shakur on the night of Sept. 7, 1996, in Las Vegas. Prosecutors contend that Davis did not pull the trigger, but planned the shooting that killed the rap icon at 25 in retaliation of the beating of ...
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Pasadena, California neighbors outraged after mailman seen on video attacking peacock
Neighbors in Pasadena are expressing outrage after a mail carrier was caught on video attacking a peacock that residents say is a fixture of the neighborhood....
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Victor Heights residents frustrated as hilltop streets with view of Los Angeles draws crowds
A picture perfect view of the Los Angeles skyline is becoming a nightmare for the people who live there. Residents in the Victor Heights neighborhood near downtown say it is drawing crowds to the hilltop street and they've had enough....
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Rushing water floods Westlake intersection after water main break
Gallons of rushing water flooded an intersection in the Westlake area following yet another water main break Thursday morning.
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Wild Los Angeles chase ends after dirt bike rider cuts through parks, tries to refuel mid-pursuit
A dirt bike rider led police on a chaotic chase in Los Angeles, weaving through parks and making unusual pit stops before the pursuit ended with a dramatic arrest....
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Get your ticket to the Annenberg Wildlife Crossing's public ribbon-cutting party
What to Know Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing Public Ribbon Cutting & P-22 Legacy Celebration King Gillette Ranch 26800 Mulholland Drive in Calabasas Wednesday, Dec. 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $10 admission ages 13 and up; $5 ages 12 and under Presented by the National Wild...
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Soldiers incentivized to reenlist with time off to play Grand Theft Auto VI
Twenty soldiers have accepted the offer so far, an Army spokesperson said.
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Operation Midnight Shadow: Child exploitation operation ends with 14 arrested, 68 charges filed in multi-agency takedown
A month-long, multi-state investigation targeting the online sexual exploitation of children resulted in 14 arrests and 68 criminal charges
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Pilot killed, 2 State Police troopers injured in midair crash at Carlisle, Pennsylvania airport
A small airplane and a helicopter collided midair near an airport in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday.
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FBI seizes devices from ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell and searches his D.C. home
Federal agents seized electronic devices from former Rep. Eric Swalwell and searched his Washington, D.C., home as part of an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct by the ex-Democratic congressman from California, according to The Associated Press and NBC News. Swal...
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Key takeaways from investigation into Edison's role in the deadly Eaton fire
New evidence from government investigators and court filings raise questions about Southern California Edison's claim that it operated its electrical system safely before last year's deadly Eaton fire....
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Californians are more concerned about Trump interference in midterm than fraud, poll finds
Californians are more concerned about the Trump administration interfering in the state's midterm elections than they are about voter fraud, noncitizens voting illegally or foreign interference, according to a new poll....
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Arellano: L.A. Mayor Karen Bass lost last night's debate against Nithya Raman. Badly
Again and again, Bass went after Raman in the pettiest, most personal ways. She kept mocking her as a supposed egghead with no real-life governing experience....
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US national debt now stands at $40 trillion
The national debt has surpassed a record $40 trillion, highlighting the impact of defense costs, social programs, and interest on the deficit.
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Report estimates jobs impact of proposed Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. merger
A proposed merger of Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery could put about 4,500 film and television jobs in Los Angeles County at risk over three years and threaten billions of dollars in regional economic activity, according to a final county report released this week. ...
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Lineage misses its deadline for food waste removal at Boyle Heights warehouse
A self-imposed cleanup deadline set by the tenant-operator of a Boyle Heights cold food storage warehouse was not met Thursday, about two months after a fire at the building. In a community alert sent Thursday to residents, Lineage Logistics said the food waste cleanup was 101.8-...
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Bass and Raman clash over homelessness, policing in fiery LA mayoral debate
Karen Bass and Nithya Raman traded sharp attacks during a debate, sparring over homelessness policy and public safety.
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Charges against LAPD officer dropped to misdemeanors in illegal recordings case
Felony charges against a Los Angeles Police Department officer accused secretly recording his colleagues making racist, sexist and homophobic comments were reduced Thursday to misdemeanor crimes. Daniel Flores, 43, was placed in a diversion program that will allow him to avoid pr...
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Palisades Farmers Market reopens as community recovers from 2025 wildfires
The Palisades Farmers Market has reopened as a milestone in the community’s recovery from the 2025 wildfires.
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Sparks fly between LA mayoral candidates in first debate leading to the November election
Incumbent L.A. Mayor Karen Bass (left) and City Councilmember Nithya Raman (right) appear at a debate hosted by the Sherman Oaks Homeowners Association. (Jenn Baughman / LAist) The two candidates for Los Angeles mayor, incumbent Karen Bass and challenger Nithya Raman, traded shar...
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‘Wilbur' the WeHo pig adopted by Diane Warren
The popular “WeHo pig” who led a pint-sized pursuit through the streets of West Hollywood over the weekend has been adopted by songwriter Diane Warren, Marcia Zwilling, a representative for the Grammy award-winning songwriter confirmed. According to the LA Animal Services, if the...
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Riverside man arrested, accused of nearly 2 decades of sexual abuse against foster children
A Riverside foster parent has been charged after allegedly sexually assaulting at least three girls and one boy who were under his care over a period of nearly 20 years....
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LAPD officer who secretly recorded others will likely avoid jail after charges reduced
A Los Angeles police officer who faced time in prison for secretly recording colleagues making racist, sexist and homophobic comments will now likely avoid a jail cell....
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When to expect Malibu's automated speed enforcement cameras to activate
Malibu is nearing completion of its PCH Speed Safety System, with a 60-day warning period expected to begin in late September.
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Pasadena neighbors outraged after mailman seen on video attacking peacock
Pasadena neighbors are outraged after a mailman was caught on video attacking a peacock that's a fixture of the neighborhood.
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Bass, Raman spar over policing, homelessness in first mayoral debate since June primary
The showdown in Sherman Oaks was the first face-to-face debate since Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Nithya Raman emerged as the top vote-getters in the June 2 mayoral primary....
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Long Beach jet skier speaks out after 12 hours lost at sea: 'I was getting weaker and weaker':
A Long Beach man is recovering in the hospital after surviving more than 12 hours stranded in the Pacific Ocean.
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Runaway pig Wilbur becomes West Hollywood celebrity, may soon be up for adoption
Wilbur, a pint-sized black-and-white pig, was captured after running through the streets of West Hollywood.
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LA homeless crisis: El Sereno neighbors outraged over sidewalk-blocking encampment
A sprawling encampment in LA's El Sereno neighborhood has drawn concerns in the area.
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'Most prolific' member of online extremist network 764 sentenced to 77 years in prison
A federal judge has sentenced a 27-year-old Tennessee man to 77 years in prison for his targeting of young girls online as part of the extremist network 764, which the FBI deems a form of "modern-day terrorism."...
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Dirt bike rider leads 40-minute police chase
A dirt bike rider leads a dramatic police chase across Los Angeles.
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Wild LA chase ends after dirt bike rider cuts through parks, tries to refuel mid-pursuit
A dirt bike rider led LAPD on a chaotic chase, weaving through parks and making unusual pit stops before the pursuit ended with a dramatic arrest.
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Former Meta engineer says Instagram took a 'don't ask, don't tell' approach on kids under 13
During his second day of testimony, Arturo Béjar said Meta consistently prioritized profits over safety in designing its products, focusing on how often and for how long people used them, even if it was detrimental to their mental well-being....
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Oklahoma woman reunites with missing dog found over 1,000 miles away in North Carolina
A woman has reunited with her missing dog who was found over 1,000 miles away across the country.
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Dirt bike rider leads police chase across Los Angeles
A high-speed police chase is underway in Los Angeles County.
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PCH speed cameras nearing activation along stretch of highway in Malibu
Malibu is preparing to activate cameras that will cite drivers traveling at least 11 mph over the speed limit on PCH with a goal of reducing traffic fatalities....
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Teacher found dead with throat slit; detectives scrutinize husband’s shifting story
A Colorado elementary school teacher was found dead inside her home, and investigators said evidence at the home raised questions about her husband's account of what happened....
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Video appears to show mail carrier attacking peacock in Pasadena
A wild peacock is in the care of Pasadena Humane after the animal shelter says it was attacked by a mail carrier on Tuesday afternoon. Video appears to show a U.S. Postal Service worker hitting the bird with a rock at least twice and then taking what looks like a stick and hittin...
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Drug Enforcement Administration joins probe into Hayden Panettiere's death: Sources
Actress Hayden Panettiere was found in cardiac arrest prior to her death on Sunday, the Greenville County Coroner's Office said.
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Amid controversy, California officials release long-awaited Delta water plan
California's state water board has released a long-awaited plan for the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta.
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Tupac Shakur murder trial from Las Vegas: Live streaming coverage
The trial of a man accused of orchestrating the killing of the legendary rapper, Tupac Shakur, is underway in Las Vegas.
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UCLA is closing its on-campus childcare centers. Now parents are scrambling in a bleak market
Students at UCLA on the Janss steps. (Ashley Balderrama / LAist) Clemente Larraín, a doctoral student from Chile, chose his program at UCLA because it offered subsidized childcare on campus. His young daughter was enrolled for free, giving him the peace of mind to focus on his st...
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Prince Harry and Meghan planning to move back to the UK
Prince Harry and Meghan are said to be planning to relocate from the US later this month to a private residence outside London.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle heading back to UK after 6 years in California: Reports
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly moving back to the United Kingdom after living in the United States for six years.
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Suspect in Hollywood triple murder was convicted of murder before. He also ran for Congress
Compton native Patrick Kevin Spurlock, 57, was arrested last week and charged with murder in three Hollywood shooting deaths in July.
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Charges to be reduced against LAPD officer accused of illegally recording coworkers
District Attorney Nathan Hochman said Wednesday he will reduce criminal charges against a Los Angeles Police Department officer who secretly recorded his colleagues making racist, sexist and homophobic comments from felonies to misdemeanors. Daniel Flores, 43, had been charged wi...
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Man accused of starting deadly Palisades Fire pleads not guilty, again
A firefighter douses a hot spot as a fire burns in Pacific Palisades, California on January 7, 2025. (David Swanson / AFP) Topline: The former Pacific Palisades resident accused of starting a fire that led to last year’s destructive Palisades Fire pleaded not guilty Wednesday to ...
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2 big rigs collide on 210 Freeway in La Crescenta; all westbound lanes closed
A violent crash involving two semitrucks on the 210 Freeway in La Crescenta scattered piles of debris and prompted the closure of all westbound lanes.
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Swimmers enjoy last summer at Rose Bowl's pool before LA28 renovations
As a sweltering heat grips Southern California, swimmers enjoyed what may be the last summer at the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center before it shuts down for renovations ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics. The popular Pasadena pool was bustling with swimmers escaping from the heat while ...
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Inglewood Unified on the cusp of independence as new school year starts
Inglewood Unified partnered with Dr. Dre and producer Jimmy Iovine to open a new high school in 2025. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) Los Angeles County education leaders say Inglewood Unified is emerging from a financial crisis that started more than a dec...
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US Marshals fall as second-story deck collapses while they try to make an arrest, video shows
Body camera footage shows nine members of a U.S. Marshals Service task force falling to the ground as a second-story wooden deck they were standing on suddenly collapses....
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Mother, 2 daughters killed in Bakersfield head-on crash after attending Fresno concert
A mother and her two daughters were killed early Sunday morning after a person driving on the wrong side of the road crashed into them head-on on Highway 99 in Kern County while traveling back home from a concert in Fresno....