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FedEx, Staples, LAZ Parking cut 500 jobs as new round of layoffs hit SoCal
Hundreds of people across the southland are headed to the unemployment office as FedEx, Staples and LAZ Parking cut jobs.
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Christy's Foundation: New Northridge job resource center offers free classes and food to help job seekers
Christy's Foundation not only feeds those in need, they're also offering free classes at their job resource center, from from forklift training, to nutrition and cooking....
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New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln
The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East, according to Navy statements and open source information on the ship's movements....
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Ex-LAPD detective accused of kidnapping, robbery
On Thursday, officials announced Michael Douglas Brambles, a former LAPD detective and convicted rapist, is accused of kidnapping for robbery of a Thousand Oaks business owner in 1994....
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Heading to Hawaii this weekend? Tropical Storm Lala will dampen your travel plans
A developing tropical system approaching Hawaii could bring heavy rain, damaging winds, flooding and dangerous surf to portions of the islands this weekend....
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Luigi Mangione guilty plea expected to be announced in federal case Friday, sources say
It's expected that a guilty plea will be announced in connection with the federal prosecution of Luigi Mangione.
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Federal judge poised to restrict immigration arrest tactics in Los Angeles raids
A man is detained by immigration agents at a car wash in Montebello on Aug. 15, 2025. (Gregory Bull / AP Photo) A judge on Thursday indicated that she’s inclined to order federal immigration agents to stop arresting people without warrants in Los Angeles if they haven’t assessed ...
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Broken engine parts shattered Ryanair plane window that passenger's head got sucked into: NTSB
Broken engine parts shattered a window on a Ryanair plane shortly after takeoff in Greece last month.
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Lawsuit alleges Trump administration's warrantless immigration raids in SoCal are unlawful
A lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security challenges the Trump administration's warrantless immigration raids in Southern California.
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Costco brings back fan-favorite Kirkland treat after two-year absence
A fan-favorite Costco staple is returning to warehouse shelves after a two-year hiatus.
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He was a star LAPD investigator, then he went to jail. Now he might be going back
Once the golden boy of LAPD, a former detective is now accused of kidnapping a woman as part of a robbery decades ago.
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LAist's 'Imperfect Paradise' wins National Murrow for episode on prison reentry, ultrarunning
The story of Cesar Quijano, center, with his Amity support team at the finish line of the San Diego 100, has been honored with a National Murrow Award. (Courtesy RTDNA, Lucy Copp/LAist) LAist’s weekly podcast Imperfect Paradise has won a 2026 national Edward R. Murrow Award — amo...
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Federal judge signals a halt to warrantless immigration arrests in SoCal unless person is likely to escape
A California federal judge signaled Thursday that she is likely to order immigration agents to stop arresting people without warrants unless they determine they are likely to escape....
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Houston law firm with ties to Trump administration declines offer to represent migrant children
A small law firm with ties to the Trump administration declined a $150 million contract to represent unaccompanied migrant children, authorities said Wednesday....
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Guns drawn, wigs stitched, and yard lines crossed: New trailer drops for Season 2 of 'Chad Powers'
Glen Powell is back on the field as 'Chad Powers,' but tensions are higher than ever. Watch the trailer for Season 2 of "Chad Powers," streaming Sept. 3 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+....
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He killed 4 people and 3 dogs in a post-breakup massacre. Now he's going away for life
Miguel Diego Sandoval will spend the rest of his life in a California prison after pleading guilty to killing four people, including his former romantic partner, when he burst into a Lancaster home, shot several people while they slept and burned the building down....
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'Unconscionable': DOJ says CA prisons failed to stop systemic sexual abuse of female prisoners
A two-year DOJ probe finds systemic sexual abuse and civil rights violations in CA women's prisons. The state has 49 days to respond.
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Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
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Firefighters warn of worse response times, overburdened stations as city debates cuts to LBFD
Long Beach firefighters extinguish a fire inside a home on the 400 block of 59th Street in Long Beach, Monday, July 20, 2026. (Thomas R. Cordova / Long Beach Post) Residents and City Council members are raising concerns about Long Beach’s plan to shut down a fire engine, lay off ...
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L.A. County search and rescue team deploys to Colombia to assist with quake recovery efforts
An urban search and rescue team from the Los Angeles County Fire Department has deployed to Colombia to assist with recovery efforts from this week's deadly earthquake....
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Ex-LAPD detective convicted rapist accused of kidnapping and robbery
Charges have been filed against Michael Douglas Brambles, a former LAPD detective and convicted rapist who is accused of kidnapping for robbery of a Thousand Oaks business owner in 1994....
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Ex-officer accused of planning to kill Black people in mass shooting released from custody
A former law enforcement officer accused of planning a mass shooting targeting Black people was quietly released from custody after a grand jury declined to indict him....
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Why Jackie the eagle's final journey leads to the National Eagle Repository
Following the death of Big Bear's cherished bald eagle Jackie, federal law mandates her transfer to the National Eagle Repository to serve Native American sacred ceremonies. Here's why....
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Tennessee, Oklahoma put men to death as US states schedule 3 executions for same day
Tennessee, Alabama, and Oklahoma plan to execute inmates Thursday, the first time in nearly 16 years that three people are put to death on the same day in the U.S....
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Christy Knowings, former 'All That' star, dies at 46: Report
Christy Knowings, best known for Nickelodeon’s “All That," has died at 46 after complications from an asthma attack, according to TMZ.
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A 'super' El Niño is now super likely, leaving California bracing for impact
A "super" El Niño is now 95% likely to develop this year as the climate pattern gains dramatic strength in the Pacific Ocean — leaving officials across California and beyond bracing for a wet and potentially destructive winter....
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New bills seek to protect neighborhoods from a future disaster like the Lineage warehouse fire
At a press conference at Proyecto Pastoral on Wednesday, Aug. 12, Assemblymember Mark González and state Sen. María Elena Durazo announced two pieces of legislation that aim to keep the Lineage accountable in the aftermath of the fire. (Alejandra Molina / Boyle Heights Beat) This...
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Boyle Heights parents raise concerns as students return to school near Lineage warehouse
Parents in Boyle Heights voiced concerns about lingering odors and potential health effects from the burned out Lineage warehouse as students headed back to school....
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Trump administration's attempt to take control of L.A.'s homelessness programs blocked by court
A federal judge in Los Angeles ruled Thursday that the Trump administration acted capriciously and arbitrarily in suspending the county's lead homelessness agency in an attempt to impose its preference for treatment-based programs....
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Dad runs 4-minute, 17-second mile while pushing daughter in stroller
Stephen Biebelhausen and his daughter Blake ran in Cleveland's Guardian Mile "Stroller Mile," potentially setting a record with their 4-minute, 17-second race time....
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Flock announces changes amid backlash over its license plate reader network
Flock Safety, the surveillance technology company increasingly under scrutiny, announced Thursday that it is making changes to its platform.
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Judge pauses Trump administration’s suspension of LA homelessness funds
A cyclist rides past a Skid Row sign in Los Angeles. (Frederic J. Brown / AFP via Getty Images) Topline: A federal judge on Thursday granted a preliminary injunction on the federal government’s suspension of granting funds to the L.A. region’s lead homelessness agency. Why it mat...
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Feds release report finding pattern of sexual abuse at California women’s prisons
A DOJ investigation launched in 2024 found a long-standing pattern of sexual misconduct, weak safeguards, and broken reporting systems at two California women’s prisons....
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Feds release report on abuse at California women's prisons
Federal officials have released the results of a major investigation into alleged abuse at women's prisons in California.
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Heat relief finally moves into SoCal. Here's how low temps will drop
Southern California is experiencing a much-needed cooldown this week, bringing temperatures back down to a near-normal range after weeks of scorching heat....
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Magnitude 3.8 earthquake centered in Oakland shakes Northern California
Light shaking, generally noticeable indoors by many and strong enough to rattle dishes and windows, was felt in Oakland and nearby San Leandro and Alameda....
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Ex-officer accused of plotting New Orleans attack is released after grand jury declines to indict
A Louisiana grand jury in June declined to indict Christopher Gillum on a state terrorism charge that could have carried up to a 15-year sentence, court records show....
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Boyfriend arrested in murder of 17-year-old girlfriend in Garden Grove
Ethan Vidal, 18, was arrested by Garden Grove Police after a fatal dispute that led to the death of his girlfriend, 17-year-old Janely Gutierrez.
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A model allegedly scammed rich L.A. 'sugar daddies' by exploiting their great weakness
An L.A.-based social media influencer is accused of targeting older men across Southern California through dating apps and social media platforms, posing as their girlfriend before robbing their homes. New alleged victims keep stepping forward....
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'Camp Rock 3': Liamani Segura, Malachi Barton on stepping into more 'grounded' roles
After 16 years, "Camp Rock 3" welcomes a new class of young musicians, with stars Liamani Segura and Malachi Barton trading their fantasy roles for more "grounded" characters. It premieres Aug. 13 on Disney Channel and streams next day on Disney+....
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1 killed in fiery crash near Forest Lawn cemetery in Griffith Park area
One person was killed in a fiery crash near Forest Lawn Memorial-Park that also ignited a tree and damaged a traffic light, authorities said.
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LAUSD's dramatic decline in enrollment reflects trend impacting schools across California
Student enrollment in the Los Angeles Unified School District, along with many districts throughout California, has been in a steady state of free fall....
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5 arrested in Cajon Pass freight train heist and shooting
Five people have been arrested in connection with a freight train heist Monday when one of the suspects opened fire on railroad police in Southern California’s Cajon Pass, according to authorities. The shooting was reported Monday evening when deputies from the San Bernardino Cou...
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Powerball player in Illinois wins $1 billion jackpot
Someone has won the $1 billion Powerball Jackpot in Illinois. Here are the winning numbers from the Aug. 12 drawing.
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Multi-vehicle crash shuts down 405 Freeway
A multi-vehicle crash on Thursday morning blocked the northbound lanes of the 405 Freeway.
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Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty in federal court: Report
Luigi Mangione is expected to plead guilty in federal court in the case of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing, according to a report by "The New York Times."...
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Rare Egyptian treasures make US debut at San Francisco's De Young Museum
The "Treasures of the Pharaohs" exhibition opens to the public Aug. 1 and runs through Jan. 31, 2027, at the De Young Museum in San Francisco.
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Bruce the dog update: Ventura County, California euthanizes Great Pyrenees mix after motion filed with U.S. Supreme Court
A 3-year-old Great Pyrenees mix named Bruce was euthanized after being deemed vicious following several biting incidents, despite an emergency request....
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Stingray lashings up as marine heat wave off SoCal draws more to shore
Beachgoers are encountering more stingrays and suffering their lashings as a marine heat wave off Southern California draws them closer to shore.
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NYC Parks worker arrested after 10-year-old girl loses fingers in fireworks accident
Authorities said the child found an M-80 firework in a park bathroom and showed it to a Parks Department worker, who authorities say helped light it.
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New Social Security COLA estimates released after fresh inflation data
Social security recipients are on track to receive a larger cost-of-living adjustment in 2027, with early estimates coming in between 3.2% and 3.6%, according to a new analysis released after fresh inflation data....
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Powerball player in Illinois wins $1B lottery jackpot
A Powerball ticket sold in Illinois matched all six numbers in Wednesday night's drawing, winning an estimated $1.04 billion jackpot, according to the lottery organization....
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Dog food sold in 11 states recalled over salmonella contamination
Dog food sold in 11 states has been recalled because it’s contaminated with salmonella.
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Mystery surrounds dozens of dead sharks found at New Jersey beach
The dead sharks were scattered across roughly 10 blocks of beach in Sea Isle City, New Jersey.
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Trump's decoy flight sparked by fears of Iranian cell with shoulder-fired missile: Official
The decision to sneak Trump out of Ankara on separate Air Force jet was driven by intel that an Iranian terror cell had snuck into Turkey with a shoulder-fired missile....
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Ojai Raptor Center shares a word of caution about Jackie the eagle merch
The Ojai Raptor Center sought to set the record straight after they say they saw individuals selling merchandise featuring the beloved Big Bear bald eagle, Jackie, and being promoted as benefitting the center. “Ojai Raptor Center Does Not Sell Patient Merchandise,” the center sta...
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11 arrested in New York in alleged international marriage fraud scheme
Prosecutors allege 11 people in New York arranged sham marriages for foreign nationals trying to obtain legal status in the United States.
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New Jersey mother died saving daughter in Colombia earthquake, family says
A New Jersey woman died while trying to save one of her daughters during a powerful earthquake that caused widespread destruction in Colombia.
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California launches environmental youth council after EPA program lapses under Trump
The EPA's National Environmental Youth Advisory Council appears to have lapsed. California is now taking applications for its own council at the state level....
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Top NBA homecoming games for the 2026-27 season
The 2026-27 NBA season will see some familiar faces in some new places. Several superstars left cities where they won championships, while other notable players got a change of scenery this summer. With those moves will come some highly anticipated homecoming games. Those players...
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