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Speed climber Jacob Whisenant dies in 'climbing-related incident' in Sequoia-Kings Canyon wilderness
Climber Jacob Whisenant, 30, has died in a climbing accident at California’s Sierra Nevada last week.
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Blake Snell returns for the Dodgers after a 3-month elbow injury layoff
Blake Snell is making his return to the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers after being sidelined for three months with loose bodies in his left elbow. He was set to start Tuesday night against the Kansas City Royals and right-hander Michael Wacha. Manager Dave Roberts said Snell i...
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Disney and Pixar's 'Toy Story 5' heading to digital Aug. 18, 4K UHD Sept. 22
Family movie night goes to infinity and beyond when "Toy Story 5" arrives on digital Aug. 18 and on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray and DVD Sept. 22.
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Dethroned Miss NC Brittany Boltinhouse to take 'legal action' against pageant organizers, attorney says
Former Miss North Carolina USA Brittany Boltinhouse, who lost her title as Miss USA condemned “racism” and “homophobia,” will take “legal action," her attorney said....
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Timber Fire burning in Big Sur evacuates popular destinations
A wildfire burning in the rugged mountains above California’s iconic Big Sur coastline is bringing another disruption to a community that has endured years of fires, landslides and closures along Highway 1....
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You could soon be paying more to visit the L.A. Zoo
A City Council panel voted to raise ticket prices by $2. The hike must still be approved by the full City Council.
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Premio mayor de Powerball alcanza los $975 millones tras terminar sin ganadores el lunes
El premio mayor de Powerball subió a los $975 millones de dólares después de que nadie se llevara el gran premio en el sorteo del lunes.
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'California's coast is not for sale.' State battles Trump plan to limit coastal oversight
Hundreds of Californians rallied at a federal hearing to protest a Trump administration push to wrest regulatory control over the state's coastline.
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Wednesday to bring 3 cosmic spectacles including solar eclipse, meteor shower
The day will have a parade of planets, a solar eclipse and a meteor shower.
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Anaheim debated a tax on Ubers and Lyfts to Disneyland. Here’s why it didn’t make the ballot
People walk toward an entrance to Disneyland on April 24, 2023 in Anaheim. (Mario Tama/Getty Images / Getty Images North America) In response to a budget deficit, the city of Anaheim considered taxing rideshare trips to and from Disneyland and local sports venues. But the idea fa...
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These are the best community colleges in the US for 2026, data says
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis....
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Robert Gilman release: Former US Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years on disputed charges has been released
A former U.S. Marine from Massachusetts who has been held in Russia for more than four years on disputed charges has been released.
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Brad Pitt opens up about sobriety, suicidal thoughts and more in candid interview
In a wide-ranging interview with Esquire published on Aug. 10, the Academy Award winner said he's no longer sober and that he's felt suicidal over "family stuff."...
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This 1987 loophole is being used to evict LA business owners
A "We Moved!" sign marks Sip Snack's former storefront on York Boulevard, pointing customers to owner PJ Roden's new location at 5110 York. (Courtesy of PJ Roden) This story first appeared on The LA Local . PJ Roden had been on a month-to-month lease at her storefront, Sip Snack,...
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‘Profiting off misery.' Lawmakers push back on Polymarket bets on deadly LA wildfires
Sens. Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff are among the elected officials pushing back against prediction market platforms after more than $1 million was wagered on the devastating 2025 wildfires, whose impacts continue to reverberate. As the Palisades and Eaton fires scorched Los Angel...
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Agoura road closures set for wildlife crossing work in Agoura Hills
Agoura Road will close twice over the coming days near the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing construction site in Agoura Hills to allow crews to perform bridge work and a concrete deck pour, Caltrans announced Tuesday. The full closures are scheduled from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday...
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Big Bear eagles: What's next for Shadow after death of his mate Jackie?
Now that beloved bald eagle Jackie is gone, what happens next in the Big Bear nest is unclear. What's next for Shadow?
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Can’t make it to an Inglewood City Council meeting? You can now comment by phone or Zoom
The Inglewood City Council opened up its July 21, 2026, meeting to public comments from members of the public dialing in over Zoom and by phone. (Isaiah Murtaugh Barish / The LA Local) This story first appeared on The LA Local . Locals can now dial into Inglewood City Council mee...
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Hit-and-run driver on the loose after striking man on e-bike in Santa Ana
Police in Santa Ana are searching for the driver who struck a man on an e-bike and then took off. The hit-and-run was reported at 10:18 p.m. Monday near the intersection of Raitt Street and Warner Avenue, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. Surveillance footage from the...
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L.A'.s first ethics chief, Benjamin Bycel, dies at 84
Benjamin Bycel worked as an attorney for the ACLU and later as a civil rights lawyer in Santa Barbara, successfully arguing a landmark California Supreme Court case. In 1991, he took on his most high-profile role: founding director of the Los Angeles Ethics Commission....
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A DC trial was nearing its end when the jury made a discovery that shocked everyone in the courtroom
The charges at a monthlong criminal trial in Washington's federal court were fairly straightforward: That one man had allegedly held up seven 7-Elevens and a few other gas stations in spring 2023 and stolen cars. But the trial of Shamell Naquan Joyner had a twist....
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Universal Studios to dampen 'disturbing' coaster screams with sound barriers, says councilmember
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, currently in a soft open phase, has come under attack from residents in the nearby Toluca Lake neighborhood.
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New sprinkler system detects fires, creates ‘humidity bubble' during wildfires
Some companies are developing new products designed to protect homes from wildfires, inspired by images of Southern California families using sprinklers to defend their properties during the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires. Among them is a sprinkler system equipped with inf...
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Verizon offers $25,000 reward after fiber cable vandalism disrupts Southern California
Verizon on Tuesday announced a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for vandalizing its network infrastructure after a series of incidents disrupted service for thousands of customers in Los Angeles and other parts of Southern C...
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Why 'The X-Files: I Want to Believe - Vrach Frankenshteyn' creator wanted to release director's cut
"The truth is out there." Chris Carter's "The X-Files: I Want to Believe - Vrach Frankenshteyn" director's cut offers fans a darker version.
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Trial for Luigi Mangione, charged in death of UnitedHealthcare CEO, to begin Sept. 8, jury to be anonymous
Luigi Mangione, who is charged in the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was back in court Tuesday, in what could be his final appearance before his high-profile New York murder trial gets underway next month....
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Can you guess the most popular dog name in America? Here's a list of the top 25
Bella is back on top. U.S. News & World Report in July updated its list of the 100 most popular dog names in America , and Bella reclaimed the No. 1 spot from Luna. Bella and Luna have swapped between the top two spots since 2023, the outlet said. Rounding out the top five was Ma...
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Adva Lavie urged ex to use Cloobeck’s credit cards: prosecutors
Adva Lavie allegedly urged her ex-husband to use the credit cards of her ex-fiancé Stephen Cloobeck. Prosecutors say Lavie even suggested her mother join in on the scam, despite the fact that she and Cloobeck were not on speaking terms....
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Earth, Wind & Fire drummer makes plea after medical emergency
A friend of Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris and his wife launched an online fundraiser after the 58-year-old musician suffered a medical emergency last week, prompting the cancelation of a San Francisco concert at Chase Center....
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Bald eagle Jackie's death turns into lesson in nature and grief for SoCal students
Beloved bald eagle Jackie left a lasting impact beyond Big Bear that also spanned across generations, reaching even the youngest nature enthusiasts.
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Angels part ways with pitching coach Mike Maddux in staff shakeup
Pitching coach Mike Maddux, bullpen coach Dom Chiti and assistant pitching coach Darryl Scott have been fired by the Los Angeles Angels . Interim front-office leader John Mozeliak announced several changes Tuesday to first-year manager Kurt Suzuki’s coaching staff. The Angels hav...
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Naked former SoCal swimming champion beat Maui guard to death, police say
Prosecutors alleged in court records that Legend Storer, 20, beat to death a security guard in Maui.
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How Jackie the Big Bear eagle could help Native American tribes after her death
One day after the death of Jackie , the beloved Big Bear bald eagle, California officials confirmed Tuesday that a necropsy had been completed on the bird. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) confirmed that Jackie suffered from a number of health challenges, inc...
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Trump used catering truck, decoy flight to avoid Iran threat as he flew out of Turkey: Report
The NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey last month, ended with a ruse to safely get President Trump out of the country due to Iranian assassination threats against him, according to The Washington Post....
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How to earn a $5,000 reward for reporting animal abusers
Federal authorities Tuesday announced the launch of a new FBI tip line, offering a $5,000 reward for information and evidence leading to the prosecution of animal abusers. Under the Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture Act, a federal law signed by President Donald Trump in Novem...
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Suspects open fire during train burglary in the Cajon Pass
A group of burglars broke into a freight train and fired shots at railway officers in the Cajon Pass, triggering an investigation.