
Report: Garcetti may not have votes to earn India ambassadorship
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer admitted to fellow Democratic senators that Garcetti likely does not have the 50 votes he needs to get confirmation, per a report.
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer admitted to fellow Democratic senators that Garcetti likely does not have the 50 votes he needs to get confirmation, per a report.
Sen. Chuck Grassley said he wants an investigation into claims that Garcetti ignored sexual harassment allegations against one of his advisors.
More than six months after being nominated by President Joe Biden, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee is set to vote Wednesday whether to move forward with the nomination of L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti to be U.S. ambassador to India.
Garcetti was nominated by President Joe Biden as ambassador to India back in July.
President Joe Biden has nominated Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti to serve as ambassador to India, the White House said Friday.
The selection would be significant given that India is currently in the grips of a COVID-19 crisis. It has recorded more than 20 million cases and 226,000 deaths.
The U.S. will restrict travel from India beginning May 4, as COVID-19 ravages the world's second-largest country.
The Golden State's economy is now even larger than the United Kingdom's, thanks to the state's rising GDP.
A man was mauled to death by a bear after he reportedly tried to take a selfie with the animal, according to reports.
There are several food destinations offering a refreshing dining experience influenced by fresh ingredients and quality chefs that serve up delicious and aromatic curry platters.
Inexpensive activities, combined with favorable exchange rates, make it possible for travelers to enjoy a vacation of a lifetime to several foreign countries.
A look at five of the best international festivals and events held in the fall.
The team is comprised of about 65 people, mostly from Los Angeles County, with at least one rescue dog handler from Santa Barbara County, said a Los Angeles County Fire dispatcher.
Here's a quick guide for families to the New Seven Wonders of the World and the only surviving original Seven Wonders of the World.
The good folks at The Restaurant Choice cooked up these handsomely designed infographics to get you through your next international dining adventure.
Dr. Karen Derris, a professor of religious studies at the University of Redlands, appeared on KCAL9 News on Saturday morning with information about her new book titled, "The Heart is Noble."
A Southern California jury has awarded $36.48 million to a couple from Mumbai, India who was injured in a freeway collision two years ago.
Chitresh Das visited the KCAL 9 studios Thursday to talk about the upcoming performance of India Jazz Suites.
Police Friday continued to search for a 15-year-old boy from India who disappeared during a trip to Los Angeles.
Police are searching for a 15-year-old boy from India who disappeared during a visit to Los Angeles.
Boeing officials have said the order will save jobs and extend the life of a Long Beach plant where the planes are assembled.
A $4 billion order from India for 10 C-17 jets is cause for excitement at the Southern California Boeing plant where the giant cargo planes are assembled.
A little relief for Boeing workers in Long Beach, after President Obama announced an agreement Saturday to sell C-17 cargo planes to India.
British comedian Russell Brand and American pop singer Katy Perry were married Saturday in a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony at a luxury resort in a tiger reserve in northwestern India, an official said.
Deputies arrived on scene to find that churchgoers had hogtied the suspect using an extension cord.
The circumstances leading up to the collision were not immediately known.
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority will also offer free rides on Thursday.
Officers were tracking the suspect for a little over 15 minutes before he was arrested after he tried to flee from the vehicle on foot.
Preliminary information from the FAA suggests that the nose gear on the Beechcraft Baron collapsed.
The shooting occurred in the 300 block of North Mountain Avenue. Authorities were able to apprehend the suspect a few blocks away from the scene.
Heard's attorney finished her direct questioning of the actor Monday, as trial resumed after a one-week break.
Charles Hirschhorn, president of the Downtown LA art college, announced the gift as the single largest donation in the history of Otis College. The previous largest gift to the school was for $10 million.
Chilling new details about the shooting at Geneva Presbyterian Church were released at a Monday news conference.
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
Dr. John Cheng, 52, was the one fatality in what could have been an even more devastating mass shooting at the Laguna Woods church Sunday afternoon.
Walter, 49, pleaded guilty last year to a federal count of distribution of fentanyl.
Deputies arrived on scene to find that churchgoers had hogtied the suspect using an extension cord.
The circumstances leading up to the collision were not immediately known.
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority will also offer free rides on Thursday.
Officers were tracking the suspect for a little over 15 minutes before he was arrested after he tried to flee from the vehicle on foot.
Preliminary information from the FAA suggests that the nose gear on the Beechcraft Baron collapsed.
The investigation concluded it was "more probable than not" that the aide, Rick Jacobs, "sexually harassed multiple individuals and made racist comments towards others."
The remains of 11 different individuals are said to have been found in various stages of decay at the funeral home - which is now closed.
Renters in Downtown Los Angeles were evicted after the city said that their building was unsafe.
A video depicting an officer with the Veterans Affairs Police Department swinging his baton at a suspect on the ground more than two dozen times has raised questions about possible police brutality.
It's not the first time a city auto yard has been hit either. Last March, 68 vehicles were targeted at a city-owned facility in Lincoln Heights.
The circumstances leading up to the collision were not immediately known.
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority will also offer free rides on Thursday.
Officers were tracking the suspect for a little over 15 minutes before he was arrested after he tried to flee from the vehicle on foot.
The shooting occurred in the 300 block of North Mountain Avenue. Authorities were able to apprehend the suspect a few blocks away from the scene.
Charles Hirschhorn, president of the Downtown LA art college, announced the gift as the single largest donation in the history of Otis College. The previous largest gift to the school was for $10 million.
Chilling new details about the shooting at Geneva Presbyterian Church were released at a Monday news conference.
Dr. John Cheng, 52, was the one fatality in what could have been an even more devastating mass shooting at the Laguna Woods church Sunday afternoon.
The shooting left one man dead and five others injured, prompting the tight-knit community to come out in force and pay their respects to the victims of the tragic incident.
Deputies arrived on scene to find that churchgoers had hogtied the suspect using an extension cord.
A Fullerton Fire Department firefighter was also injured while battling the blaze.
CAL FIRe/Riverside County Fire Department crews were engaged with the blaze which had grown from 20 acres to 75 acres in less than an hour's time.
The thieves stole Wildwood Little League's safe and various equipment used for field maintenance and snack bar operations.
California's massive budget surplus has Governor Gavin Newsom demanding a huge spending spree in his updated 2022 Budget Plan. It includes billions more in education spending and cash payments to every Californian who owns a vehicle.
Tens of thousands of people are expected to participate in "Bans Off Our Bodies Abortion Rally" events across the Southland on Saturday in support of reproductive rights.
The West Covina Police Department reported to a smash and grab robbery at Daniel's Jewelry inside the West Covina Plaza with three male suspects involved.
Heard's attorney finished her direct questioning of the actor Monday, as trial resumed after a one-week break.
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
"This individual is not going to see the light of day again," Hochul said of the suspected gunman in Saturday's attack.
The owner of an oil pipeline that spewed thousands of barrels of crude oil onto Southern California beaches in 2015 has agreed to pay $230 million to settle a class-action lawsuit brought by fishermen and property owners, court documents show.
The suspect, identified as 18-year-old Payton S. Gendron, of Conklin, was taken into custody.
"This individual is not going to see the light of day again," Hochul said of the suspected gunman in Saturday's attack.
The new district will include some parts of the San Fernando Valley, Antelope Valley and Santa Clarita.
The senators travelled to Ukraine days before the Senate is expected to pass a $40 billion package of military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
California's massive budget surplus has Governor Gavin Newsom demanding a huge spending spree in his updated 2022 Budget Plan. It includes billions more in education spending and cash payments to every Californian who owns a vehicle.
The former LAPD officer said he and Caruso "agree on the playbook to solve the city's pressing issues."
A Mobile station at La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, near the Beverly Center, advertised $7.29 for a gallon of regular gas, another 10 centers for Special grade gas, and $7.49 for Super + gas.
The Mega Millions lottery paid out thousands in prize money to players with losing numbers after host John Crow accidentally called the Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9."
The ILWU's current bargaining agreement expires on July 1.
Gas prices continued their relentless rise, going up to an average $5.89 for a gallon of regular gas in Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
From roses to peonies, the price of flowers has skyrocketed making Mother's Day a bit more expensive than usual.
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
The specific food item that caused the sickness is still not known because the sampled food items were mixed.
Some moms are going to extreme measures and paying top dollar to find the formula their baby depends on.
The warnings have been issued due to bacterial levels exceeding health standards when last tested.
Gates said he was fortunate to be vaccinated and boosted and to have access to testing and "great medical care."
A Mobile station at La Cienega and Beverly boulevards, near the Beverly Center, advertised $7.29 for a gallon of regular gas, another 10 centers for Special grade gas, and $7.49 for Super + gas.
The Mega Millions lottery paid out thousands in prize money to players with losing numbers after host John Crow accidentally called the Mega Ball a "6" instead of a "9."
Some moms are going to extreme measures and paying top dollar to find the formula their baby depends on.
California law states that the minimum wage must increase when inflation increases more than 7%.
The construction has made it difficult for owners to keep their doors open with some saying it's even harder than during the pandemic.
With the second major set to begin this week, all signs are pointing towards Tiger Woods playing in the 2022 PGA Championship.
The homer was Ohtani's eighth of the season, leading the Halos to the series victory over the Athletics, three games to one.
After falling behind 4-0 early, the Dodgers chipped the lead away until Gavin Lux's two-run double off of former Dodger Corey Knebel salvaged a series sweep at the hands of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Connor McDavid had a goal and an assist as the Edmonton Oilers advanced through to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, beating the Los Angeles Kings 2-0 in Game 7 on Saturday night.
Bryce Harper homered for the third game in a row, complimented by three other blasts from Jean Segura, Kyle Schwarber and Rhys Hoskins as the Phillies handed the Boys in Blue their fourth-straight loss.
Heard's attorney finished her direct questioning of the actor Monday, as trial resumed after a one-week break.
Ward's cause of death was not released.
The post office's dedication to Ritchie Valens takes place on what would have been Valens' 81st birthday.
The Smashing Pumpkins is Saturday's headliner, while the Steve Miller Band caps the festival off on Sunday.
The comedian and actor was arrested Wednesday morning at O'Neill Regional Park, 30892 Trabuco Canyon Road.
Sky2's Desmond Shaw was over the scene of a double fatality accident on the westbound 210 Freeway in the Tujunga area.
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Sky2's Desmond Shaw was over the Eagle Rock area where police arrested a person suspected of grand theft auto after a brief pursuit. Two other suspects are reportedly still on the loose.
Otis College of Art and Design in Downtown LA's class of 2022 got the ultimate graduation gift — their student loans paid by off by Snapchat co-creator Evan Spiegel and his wife, supermodel Miranda Kerr.
Jake Reiner reports from Laguna Woods where the man who was killed in Sunday's shooting at Geneva Presbyterian Church, a highly-regarded sports physician who heroically tackled the gunman, is being hailed as a hero.
Millions of people across the Americas, Europe and Africa on Sunday were able to see the reddish glow of a rare and spectacular show in the sky: a lunar eclipse known as a "super flower blood moon."
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
Action shots from the DIO Implant Open held at the Wilshire Country Club in Los Angeles, another leg in the LPGA Tour where some of the world's top female golfers faced off.
John Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, and Silk Sonic wowed the 64th annual Grammy Awards, while also taking away some of the night's biggest prizes.
The Chevron Championship opened play Thursday in Rancho Mirage at The Mission Hills Country Club, with the world's top women golfers facing off in one of the LPGA's biggest events.