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California health department notifies of measles exposure from unvaccinated Amtrak passenger
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is urging residents to get their measles vaccination after notifying the public of an exposure from an Amtrak passenger who traveled on the rail system's train and Thruway bus service in six different counties earlier this month....
business
Australian woman completes monthlong run along Colorado River to raise awareness on water crisis
An Australian businesswoman completed a monthlong run along the entire length of the Colorado River to raise awareness of the water crisis.
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Newsom rejects effort to roll back CEQA exemptions for advanced manufacturing
Senate Bill 954 would have rolled back parts of last year's controversial overhaul of CEQA that allowed for advanced manufacturing facilities to be sited in communities without environmental review....
parks
Overflowing pool causes partial hillside collapse in Hollywood Hills
An overflowing pool caused a hillside to partially collapse in Hollywood Hills on Friday, prompting evacuations, according to authorities.
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Google says its AI model gained unauthorized access to three outside systems
Google on Friday disclosed the first known instance of its artificial intelligence software, Gemini, carrying out an undirected computer hack, weeks after similar disclosures by AI firms Anthropic and OpenAI raised security alarms about AI models going beyond the instructions of ...
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Popular electric grill recalled over bad wiring, electric shock risk
A popular electric grill is being recalled over a wiring defect that could increase the risk of electric shock.
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Lake Hughes rescue owner charged with 35 counts in animal cruelty case
A Lake Hughes rescue owner has been charged with 35 counts of animal cruelty and code violations after prosecutors say more than 300 animals were found living in inhumane conditions....
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Public Health Confirms Measles Exposure in LA County Visitor
September 18, 2026 Contact: media@ph.lacounty.gov (626) 430-5360 Public Health Confirms Measles Exposure in LA County Visitor Public Advised to Take Preventive Steps and Ensure Measles Protection The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a measles case i...
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Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill, aiming to choke off funds for Moscow in Ukraine war
President Donald Trump on Friday signed into law a sweeping sanctions package targeting Russian officials and key pillars of its economy. The measure was a final legacy item for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham....
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Mountain lion captured in dramatic standoff after roaming San Francisco neighborhood, video shows
A mountain lion was tranquilized and captured in a tense standoff with San Francisco animal control crews.
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Wanted: Notorious Lake Tahoe tree poisoner. Reward? $147,000
A question has bedeviled a wealthy Lake Tahoe enclave for years: Who is poisoning the towering trees that stand sentry on the lake's North Shore?
safety
Melissa & Doug recalls toy sold at Target due to choking hazard
A popular Melissa & Doug children’s fire truck toy has been recalled after a small plastic part was reported to come loose, creating a potential choking hazard....
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Disney hosts first 'Created in LA' event featuring Jon Youshaei, The Try Guys, Zach King
Disney opened its doors to over 350 of the world's top creators through "Created in LA," a first-of-its-kind event ushering in the next generation of storytellers....
safety
Man sentenced to life in prison four years after deadly LA carjacking
A Los Angeles man convicted in a violent crime spree that included a deadly carjacking and police chase was sentenced to life in prison.
safety
Memorial grows for news helicopter crash victims, as new video indicates engine failure
Investigators from the NTSB are looking into what caused the crash as video of the incident continues to circulate.
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Protesters plan to form human chain around Kennedy Center amid Trump's threats to demolish it
Protesters are demanding Trump be removed as its chairman for failing to protect and manage it.
schools
Community colleges will be able to grant more bachelor's degrees under law signed by Newsom
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a pair of bills that would let community colleges offer more bachelor's degrees. The new degree options would be tied to regional workforce needs and campus performance....
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'Super cute' Hello Kitty cards draw crowds to the L.A. County Library
Hundreds of people across Los Angeles County braved long lines to score the limited-edition library card, which is available through mid-October. All California residents are eligible for one....
schools
Compton superintendent Brawley receives national recognition
Darin Brawley (Courtesy of Darin Brawley) Compton Unified Superintendent Darin Brawley has won a national education prize recognizing his leadership in improving student achievement in the district. Brawley will receive the 2026 Harold W. McGraw Jr. Prize in Education, which incl...
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D.A. announces criminal charges against Lake Hughes animal rescuer
Prosecutors allege a Lake Hughes woman housed hundreds of rescue animals in unsanitary and inhumane conditions.
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Rare marine life sightings increase off Southern California coast amid warm waters
It appears El Nino is helping draw unusual sea creatures to Southern California waters.
parks
'The Remarried Empress' trailer drops for Hulu and Disney+ romantic epic series
Love, lust and regret collide in the royal court! Watch the trailer for "The Remarried Empress," the hit NAVER WEBTOON brought to life, premiering Nov. 4 on Disney+ and Hulu....
safety
New video shows bloodied suspect moments after deadly Metro bus crash in Chatsworth
The suspect arrested in the deadly Metro bus crash in Chatsworth was wheeled to court on a gurney to face murder charges, but never appeared in court.
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6 hospitalized after car slams into Metro bus in multi-vehicle collision in Reseda, officials say
Six people were transported to hospitals after a three-vehicle crash involving a car that slammed into the back of a Metro bus.
government
Menendez brothers' next parole hearings tentatively set for February 2027
The Menendez brothers could have their second appearances before the California Board of Parole in about five months. Lyle Menendez’s hearing is tentatively scheduled for Feb. 23, with Erik Menendez’s set for the following day, Feb. 24. The new dates are more than a year earlier ...
business
Thousands of Bay Area, SoCal security guards at major retailers and tech giants begin strike
Nearly 14,000 security guards across the Bay Area and Southern California at luxury stores and major tech companies began striking Friday morning, saying they're protecting billions of dollars in wealth but struggling to make ends meet....
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Vehicle fire sparks 30-acre blaze near Perris, 1 injured
A brush fire that started from a burning vehicle southwest of Perris grew to 30 acres Friday night before firefighters stopped its forward progress, according to CAL FIRE Riverside. The fire was reported at 7:51 p.m. in the unincorporated community of Mead Valley, where a vehicle...
parks
Overflowing swimming pool causes Hollywood hillside collapse
An unattended hose filling a swimming pool overflowed with approximately 7,000 gallons of water saturating the hillside and putting pressure on a retaining wall....
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Lake Hughes woman faces 35 charges in animal cruelty case involving more than 300 animals
A Lake Hughes woman who operated an animal rescue was charged Friday with 35 felony and misdemeanor counts stemming from allegations that she kept more than 300 animals in filthy and inhumane conditions, leaving some suffering from starvation, dehydration and severe injuries. Chr...
