West Hollywood water main break: Up to 200 cars damaged or destroyed in flooded garages, mayor says
Mayor John Heilman estimated that between 150 and 200 vehicles were damaged or destroyed in flooded garages.
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Downtown LA neighbors say vacant buildings keep catching fire on same block
Neighbors say vacant buildings on a downtown Los Angeles block have caught fire repeatedly over the past two months, raising fears the blazes could spread.
Eaton Fire survivors marry inside their partially rebuilt Altadena home
After losing their home in the Eaton Fire, Morgan Soloway and Kenny Rotter married inside their partially rebuilt Altadena house.
Mid-week warmup to bring triple-digit heat back to SoCal. Here's how hot it will get
Another heat wave moves into Southern California this week, bringing an Extreme Heat Watch and triple-digit heat to many areas.
Residents threatened by vacant building fires
Neighbors and business owners on a downtown Los Angeles block say they're living with a dangerous cycle of fires at vacant buildings.
Pasadena businesses left sweating after being hit by rooftop A/C copper thieves
Pasadena small businesses are struggling through the summer heat after thieves stole copper from rooftop A/C units, leaving them without air conditioning.
Deputy fatally shoots pit bull 'actively and viciously' attacking man at Lancaster home
Deputies received a 911 call regarding a dog attack in Lancaster. Upon arrival, they saw a pit bull "actively and viciously" attacking a man who was lying in the front yard of a home.
Pasadena businesses hit by rooftop A/C copper thieves
Pasadena small businesses are struggling through the summer heat after thieves stole copper from rooftop A/C units, leaving them without air conditioning.
Seal Beach woman struck by teen on e-motorcycle advocates for safety and accountability
A 72-year-old woman who was seriously hurt after being struck by a teen on an e-motorcycle is speaking out, sharing details of her monthslong recovery and urging greater safety and accountability.
Preliminary hearing set for singer D4vd in killing of Celeste Rivas Hernandez
The preliminary hearing for singer D4vd, who is facing several charges in the death of a teenage girl, is set to take place over the course of several days this week.
Trump slaps additional 50% tariff on certain Canadian goods
The Trump administration is slapping an additional 50% tariffs on certain Canadian goods imported into the U.S.
More than 900 complaints filed in one week over odor from Boyle Heights warehouse
The South Coast AQMD says it received more than 900 complaints last week about the foul stench coming from the fire-damaged Boyle Heights warehouse.
23 Southern California hospitals warned for violating federal price transparency rules
More than 500 hospitals nationwide, including 23 in Southern California, have been warned for failing to comply with federal hospital price transparency rules, according to Hospital Watch.
Lawsuit links LA County deputy accused of threatening minors at gunpoint to alleged deputy gang
The suit claims the deputy threatened minors at gunpoint after a car alarm went off in Compton, and claims the deputy is part of a deputy gang known for using excessive force.
E-bike injuries are increasing rapidly in California. Many hurt are 14 or younger, study finds
E-bike injuries are increasing across California, according to a new study. Injured riders are often 14 or younger.
'So demeaning.' United employee threatens to call ICE on California passenger in viral video
A Mexican American father said he was floored when a United Airlines customer service representative threatened to call Immigration and Customs Enforcement on him at SFO.
Injured bald eagle rescued after fight is believed to be Jackie, Friends of Big Bear Valley says
An injured bald eagle that was rescued in Big Bear after getting into a fight with two other eagles is believed to be Jackie, one half of the region's beloved bald eagle couple.
El Mayo, the infamous Mexican drug lord, sentenced to life in prison
The judge sentenced El Mayo to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Mother speaks out after losing all 4 children, their grandma to carbon monoxide poisoning in car
The grieving mother made the heart-breaking decision to take her 4-year-old son off life support.
Judge says Paramount and Warner must halt merger for at least 2 weeks, granting states' request
A federal judge on Monday ordered Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to halt their $81 billion merger for at least two weeks.
California fights Trump administration, again, over Santa Barbara oil pipeline: The coast is 'not for sale'
The California attorney general has again sued the Trump administration over continued approvals that have allowed an offshore oil operation to restart along Santa Barbara County's coast.
Gas prices top $4 a gallon as Iran war escalates
After declining for weeks, gas prices are rising again.
UC San Diego illegally uses race in admissions, Trump's Justice Department alleges
The Trump Justice Department alleges UC San Diego's medical school illegally used race in admissions, discriminating against white and Asian applicants.
Found weak and disheveled, rescued eagle — probably Big Bear's Jackie — receiving care in Ojai
Found weak and disheveled along the shoreline, the raptor believed to be nest cam star Jackie is receiving care while experts investigate what caused its decline.
Ex-L.A. County sheriff's deputy gets prison time for using search warrant for a private client
David Anthony Rodriguez, 45, admitted to submitting a false search warrant application to obtain information on a private client's estranged husband during her contentious divorce proceedings.
Best Nordstrom Anniversary 2026 deals for under $25
Find the best deals under $25 from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026.
Federal health officials have investigated 5 different clusters of cyclosporiasis cases, FDA says
Federal health officials have been investigating five different clusters of cyclosporiasis cases since the start of parasite season in May, the FDA said on Monday.
Thieves steal $15K worth of trading cards from Corona shop
A small business owner in Corona is seeking the public’s help in identifying the thieves who broke into his card shop over the weekend. Surveillance footage captured a pair of burglars breaking into Corona Cards & Collectibles early Saturday and taking off with trading cards. The break-in occurre...
Heat Advisory: High Temperatures Expected Across Parts of Los Angeles County
July 20, 2026 Contact: media@ph.lacounty.gov (626) 430-5360 Heat Advisory: High Temperatures Expected Across Parts of Los Angeles County The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health urges residents to take steps to stay cool and hydrated as high daytime temperatures and unusually warm overn...
Gavin Newsom’s return-to-office rules are stricter than many states, including Texas
( ZekaG / Getty Images) In one big way, Gov. Gavin Newsom is tougher on public employee unions than his Republican counterpart in Texas: Making state workers show up in the office. After facing strong opposition from workers, it took Texas Gov. Greg Abbott three months to reverse his 2025 ban on ...
Young man who apparently jumped from L.A. City Hall remembered as gifted baseball player
Family and friends remembered the 19-year-old man as a devoted son and brother and a gifted baseball player.
Ex-LASD deputy sentenced to prison for false search warrant application
An ex-L.A. County sheriff’s deputy was sentenced on Monday to 12 months in federal prison for submitting a false search warrant application to a state court judge, falsely claiming he needed tracking information for a robbery suspect’s cell phone when it was actually for a private client’s estran...
100 rescues conducted in Newport Beach amid high surf
Roughly 100 rescues were completed in a single day in Newport Beach as the coast deals with high surf, according to lifeguards. Lifeguards responded to calls of swimmers caught in rip currents and being pushed into rocks and jetties, resulting in 100 rescues on Sunday alone, according to Newport ...
Tropical Storm Bertha moves across northern Gulf toward Texas
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Father-son duo kidnapped U.S. Forest Service workers, held them hostage, feds say
If convicted, the father and son pair from Siskiyou County face a maximum statutory penalty of life in prison and a $250,000 fine in the kidnapping of the federal employees.
City pulls challenge, opens door for back-up buyer on Oceanwide Plaza
City pulls challenge, opens door for back-up buyer on Ocea...
'Anti-government extremist' sets off incendiary device outside federal building in New York: FBI
A man with a history of anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity set off an "incendiary device" outside a federal building in Manhattan, officials said.
I ate my way across the OC Fair. Here are the top 3 treats you’ll want to try
As a Dr. Pepper lover, I knew I had to try Chicken Charlie's — not new — but strange creation: Pickle Dr. Pepper. (Joshua Letona / LAist) Picture a gigantic, greasy, fried tiramisu. Layers of cream, espresso and lady fingers are deep fried in a thick, sweet batter before being sprinkled with coco...
Cyclosporiasis cases climb; probe into Taylor Farms produce continues after false positive
Despite a false positive sample of lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms, the FDA says it is still looking at produce from the company as the source of the current oubreak.
Glendale freeway kitten rescued by CHP officer gets a new home and enjoys car rides
Glendale freeway kitten rescued by...