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Former Los Angeles police chief Bill Bratton is criticizing local officials' response to a threat that resulted in the closure of all Los Angeles Unified school district campuses.
The board that oversees the Department of Water and Power voted Tuesday to raise customer rates to help pay for upgrades on the city's aging pipe system.
The Supreme Court won't hear an appeal from the city of Los Angeles seeking to overturn a $5.7 million jury verdict awarded to a convicted felon who was shot by police.
A fire erupted within a commercial building in downtown Los Angeles, firefighters said Friday, but no injuries were reported.
Marcus Rhule Moore missed a spontaneous opportunity to help three teens on a bus, but he turned his regret into JrCEOS, an organization that's helping other kids turn their lives around.
Southern California charities serve needy people throughout the year, but need is most keenly felt during the holiday season. If you're blessed with extra time or money, these five Southern California charities would welcome whatever time or funds you can give.
The Guys in Blue from SoCal Honda Dealers embark on five days of helpful holiday events, starting on December 15. They'll help kids, families, and seniors in a series of special holiday activities and giveaways.
Being allowed to sit on Santa's lap prior to Christmas is one mission promising parents sometimes find to be a tall order, if only for lack of knowing where to find Saint Nick.
At this time, detectives have not provided any suspect descriptions.
The Dodgers have agreed to terms with free agent starting pitcher Hisashi Iwakuma.
Set to peak between sunset and sunrise in the greater Los Angeles area between Dec. 13 and Dec. 14, this ultimate light show from space requires viewing from a very dark location away from the glare of artificial lights.
You could get a fresh-cut Christmas tree delivered to your door, but the experience of cutting down your own sounds way more fun. Here are some places to do just that.
Want your Christmas card to be picture perfect? Then leave the snapping to the professionals who are keen on making your clan look great while sending a festive greeting to friends and family.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said on Wednesday that the city of San Diego is nearly out of time to put together a viable plan that would keep the Chargers in the city.
Mayor Eric Garcetti was set to leave for Paris Wednesday to attend the United Nations Climate Change Conference.
Try a glass or three of the highest order you'll make with loving care thanks to the following trio of drinkable recipes conjured up by a local barkeep who knows what will warm your heart and your spirit at this very festive time of the year.
Water use in Los Angeles was down by 14.9 percent in October, compared to the same month two years ago, and short of the 16 percent conservation mandate imposed on the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power by the state.
Check out these top five places to get the best Christmas cookies in Los Angeles. day that makes cookies even yummier than they already are
When it comes to choosing the right colorful ornaments, there are ways to take the guesswork out of the equation.
Hundreds of Southern California McDonald's restaurants have introduced custom menu options and table service on Monday, in an effort to bring customers back to the iconic fast-food chain.
For chilly LA nights or trips through the polar vortex, these five stores have the best winter coat options.
Animal shelters throughout the city of Los Angeles and Riverside County were offering free dog and cat adoptions from Black Friday through Cyber Monday.
Celebrity appearances, Hollywood red carpets,fine dining and live all star entertainment are some of the perks that draw tourists and residents out on the boulevards to experience the magic of L.A.
Rail service between San Diego and Los Angeles has been restored after more than 12 hours of delays caused by a semi-truck that overturned onto the tracks.
A look at five of America's best winter break destinations for college students
Since the beginning of June, at least a dozen animal infections have been confirmed in Texas and New Mexico, putting California and the rest of the nation on alert
While we celebrate the city's creative growth, our goal is to focus on the modern stories of local residents, diving into key community conversations and the unique issues navigating life in Culver City today.
The large blaze quickly prompted officials to order a temporary shelter-in-place order in the neighboring areas of the 1400 block of S. Los Palos Street.
The Trump administration expects to try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of more than 250 foreign-born citizens by October, a Justice Department official said.
A proposed tax on billionaires' assets is now eligible for the November 2026 ballot in California, the Secretary of State's office announced Wednesday.
Since the beginning of June, at least a dozen animal infections have been confirmed in Texas and New Mexico, putting California and the rest of the nation on alert
The large blaze quickly prompted officials to order a temporary shelter-in-place order in the neighboring areas of the 1400 block of S. Los Palos Street.
The Trump administration expects to try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of more than 250 foreign-born citizens by October, a Justice Department official said.
A proposed tax on billionaires' assets is now eligible for the November 2026 ballot in California, the Secretary of State's office announced Wednesday.
Fans are expected to flood parts of Koreatown and downtown LA as Mexico gets ready to face South Korea at 6 p.m.
Since the beginning of June, at least a dozen animal infections have been confirmed in Texas and New Mexico, putting California and the rest of the nation on alert
While we celebrate the city's creative growth, our goal is to focus on the modern stories of local residents, diving into key community conversations and the unique issues navigating life in Culver City today.
The large blaze quickly prompted officials to order a temporary shelter-in-place order in the neighboring areas of the 1400 block of S. Los Palos Street.
Fans are expected to flood parts of Koreatown and downtown LA as Mexico gets ready to face South Korea at 6 p.m.
Authorities say this is the second phase of their "Free MacArthur Park" initiative, which is a multi-phase effort that began in May to disrupt the sale of fentanyl, methamphetamine and other illegal narcotics.
Two Riverside County men were arrested for an alleged shooting that killed a 22-year-old Orange County man during a meetup to sell a luxury item over the weekend, according to police.
An Irvine animal trainer and his girlfriend were convicted of killing 11 dogs in their care and cremating their bodies to conceal how the dogs died.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Police say that the beige/tan Chrysler PT Cruiser has a faded convertible top, unique lights, chrome rims and will likely have front-end damage after the June 5 crash that killed a bicyclist near the intersection of Bluegrass Street and Arlington Avenue.
People living in Southern California beach cities were busy preparing for a weekend full of king tides and powerful surf that could cause flooding in some low-lying areas.
An emergency room nurse from Temecula and a U.S. Marine veteran were killed when they were struck by a car on the 15 Freeway in San Diego County last week after they stopped to help the victims of a crash.
Two Riverside County men were arrested for an alleged shooting that killed a 22-year-old Orange County man during a meetup to sell a luxury item over the weekend, according to police.
A new study found that California's San Andreas Fault has reached its highest stress level in a millennium.
Riverside residents are raising concerns about reports that some of the historic artwork inside the Mission Inn, including the Taft Chair and the statue of the goddess Pomona, has been removed following the hotel's recent purchase.
Riverside County homicide investigators have announced two arrests in connection with a homicide in May that left a 47-year-old man dead in Home Gardens.
The Trump administration expects to try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of more than 250 foreign-born citizens by October, a Justice Department official said.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
The Trump administration expects to try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of more than 250 foreign-born citizens by October, a Justice Department official said.
A proposed tax on billionaires' assets is now eligible for the November 2026 ballot in California, the Secretary of State's office announced Wednesday.
Gov. Newsom's office is escalating its fight with the Trump administration, sending a letter Tuesday to Acting U.S. AG Todd Blanche accusing the Justice Department of conducting a politically motivated investigation into his wife and associates.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Iran's World Cup team coach says it was ordered to leave the U.S. and return to its training base in Mexico only a few hours after opening its politically charged tournament with a draw.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
Corbin Carroll hit a grand slam, Eduardo Rodriguez earned his 100th career win on the mound and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-1.
Freddie Freeman hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the sixth inning, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 5-4 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.
Mike Trout hit a two-run home run and an RBI double for the Los Angeles Angels in a 7-0 shutout of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
Shohei Ohtani hit his 15th home run of the season and Justin Wrobleski threw six innings to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 1-0 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
The Los Angeles Organizing Committee will begin accepting applications for 60,000 positions on its volunteer crew starting in July.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
For nearly two decades, Joan greeted viewers each morning on Good Morning America, making her the longest-running female host in early-morning television. Her story of overcoming obstacles and finding the resilience to reinvent her life is part of her new memoir, "Joan: Life Beyond the Script."
Sadie Murray, the Go-To Girlfriend, shares TikTok trending beauty products.
Amazon Prime Day alert with Gene Petrino, national security expert. Petrino offers tips for keeping packages safe and out of sight of potential thieves.
LA County Librarian José Parra discusses the annual Summer Discovery Program and what it offers: reading challenges, prize drawings, and free events for all ages.
Zev Yaroslavsky, director of the Los Angeles Initiative at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and former city council member, discusses the latest issues facing the city council.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
