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The two-story puppet named Percy was unveiled Tuesday morning at Griffith Park. Percy was built by the Jim Henson Creature shop and is the world's largest puppet, with certification pending from Guinness World Records.
Satu, a male orangutan at the San Diego Zoo, died on Wednesday at age 26.
Born to first-time Mom Kianga and father J. Gregory on August 22, the still-unnamed calf is said to be adventurous and without much fear... as long as mom is by her side
Wildlife care specialists at the zoo noticed the snow leopard had a cough and nasal discharge Thursday, officials said. Fecal samples from the snow leopard tested positive for SARS-CoV-2, and were confirmed by the California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory System.
The video shows a man made his way into the enclosure with a little girl and stop for a picture. He then runs back toward enclosure fence, dropping the daughter at one point, as an elephant approaches and seems to trumpet a warning.
The four orangutans and five bonobos received an experimental vaccine developed by drug giant Zoetis.
At least two members of the troop of eight western lowland gorillas were infected with the disease in early January, showing symptoms such as congestion, mild coughing and lethargy.
The troop had been infected with the B.1.429 variant of coronavirus, which is on the rise in California and officials say is more contagious than other strains.
The zoo says two of its gorillas began coughing on Wednesday, Jan. 6, prompting zoo officials to test their fecal samples for SARS-CoV-2. Preliminary tests detected the virus on Jan. 8, according to the zoo.
People visiting the recently reopened San Diego Zoo will get a first look at two endangered Amur leopard cubs born on April 26.
The 40-pound calf was named Akobi moved into the larger main pygmy hippo habitat in the Lost Forest area of the zoo with his mother, Mabel, this week.
The two zoo facilities closed in mid-March along with most of the state to slow the spread of coronavirus. Its reopening at 9 a.m. on June 20 will come with major changes.
San Diego Zoo Safari Park has another big baby to take care of.
Researchers are hoping to use artificial insemination to resurrect the northern white rhino, of which only two exist in the world.
A look at five of the largest zoos in America, based upon size, number of animals or attendance.
The pandas at the San Diego Zoo were treated to a snow day this weekend and it was all caught on video.
A practical travel guide to the very best dining, lodging and popular attractions in California's second largest city
Spend some quality time with the kids before they go back to school at some of these fun places.
Three of the San Diego Zoo's star attractions are ordering their meals to go from a local garden.
The venomous white monocled cobra that spent several days roaming a Thousand Oaks neighborhood a few months ago made its debut Tuesday at the San Diego Zoo.
Visiting a popular amusement park or attraction is something your child will never forget. Here are five of the best American cities to visit while traveling with kids under five, all guaranteed to provide memories that will last a lifetime.
A deadly cobra that mysteriously appeared in a Thousand Oaks neighborhood this week is now residing at the Los Angeles Zoo.
With more than 4,000 animals, 800 species and 700,000 exotic plants from forests and jungles all over the world, the 100-acre San Diego Zoo is the perfect setting for animal lovers of all ages.
From zoo visits, beer festivals to water parks there is always something to do in So Cal. Check out our best picks for this week.
Lions, giraffes, and a safari tent for you, all in San Diego. With concierge service and someone to cook you dinner. What could go wrong?
Authorities say a Chino Hills patrol unit was involved in a crash on Soquel Canyon Parkway.
Authorities were investigating a homicide in Thousand Oaks.
A man was killed in Inglewood Sunday.
The Laguna Woods community will be back in church Sunday after last week's deadly mass shooting.
The first military flight carrying 70,000 pounds of baby formula is due to arrive Sunday amid a massive shortage nationwide.
A warning to drivers to avoid downtown Los Angeles Sunday as a portion of the 101 Freeway will be closed for construction.
COVID-19 cases are rising nationwide as are the number of hospitalizations in Los Angeles County.
The shooting happened in the Vermont Vista area of Los Angeles.
RVs parked in Playa Del Rey continue to frustrate residents even after the city lifted the towing ban.
The freeway takeover lasted for about 10 minutes as cars took turns doing donuts.
Deputies said multiple people were taken to the hospital.
On Saturday morning, leaders led a prayer outside the Laguna Woods Church where five of their members were shot last Sunday.
Authorities say a Chino Hills patrol unit was involved in a crash on Soquel Canyon Parkway.
Authorities were investigating a homicide in Thousand Oaks.
A man was killed in Inglewood Sunday.
The Laguna Woods community will be back in church Sunday after last week's deadly mass shooting.
The first military flight carrying 70,000 pounds of baby formula is due to arrive Sunday amid a massive shortage nationwide.
It only took a day for the city to issue an order to comply, multiple citations and a fine to the property owner after Thursday's exclusive story aired.
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.
RVs parked in Playa Del Rey continue to frustrate residents even after the city lifted the towing ban.
Deputies said multiple people were taken to the hospital.
She made the announcement through her Twitter.
The recall started on May 20 and includes items with the lot codes 1274425 – 2140425.
Los Angeles County health officials said they are closely monitoring developments in an international monkeypox outbreak, but no cases have been found locally or in the state of California as of Saturday.
The recall started on May 20 and includes items with the lot codes 1274425 – 2140425.
The mountain lion was tranquilized Friday after being spotted in the Port Streets neighborhood near Andersen Elementary School.
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
Peter Morales, 69, was arrested on May 6 after officers went to Adams Elementary School, 2130 S. Raitt St., to investigate allegations that he had molested four students while in the classroom.
Christian Secor pleaded guilty to "obstruction of an official proceeding," and now faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine of $250,000.
The recall started on May 20 and includes items with the lot codes 1274425 – 2140425.
The pursuit reportedly began in San Bernardino before the suspect led authorities through Ontario and Rancho Cucamonga before yielding in Poway.
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
The employee was working at a school that serves students with special needs.
Following a devastating wildfire that destroyed 20 homes in Orange County, over 400 firefighters from 14 different agencies practiced wildfire control in preparation for what experts expect to be a hot, dry summer.
Stocks claw back losses after flirting with the first bear market since early 2020.
Credit card giant to test biometric system aimed at streamlining the checkout process in stores.
Financial services firms and coffee chain latest to add coverage before expected high court ruling on Roe v. Wade.
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
California drivers are already paying $6 a gallon — that could soon become the new normal around the U.S., JPMorgan says.
Rick Caruso also picked up endorsements from high-profile members of the Asian American community Friday night.
A tweet from Javier Gonzalez appeared to disparage the Hispanic clergy another candidate had taken pictures with.
The endorsement comes as Caruso continues his own campaign for Mayor of Los Angeles.
The ad was apparently filmed in East LA's St. Alphonsus Church.
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
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.
She made the announcement through her Twitter.
The change happens when there are more than 200 cases per 100,000 residents. As of Thursday, the county reported 202 cases per 100,000 people.
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
Financial services firms and coffee chain latest to add coverage before expected high court ruling on Roe v. Wade.
The team said the games will be broadcast from Los Angeles similar to how they were in 2020 and in 2021.
The recall started on May 20 and includes items with the lot codes 1274425 – 2140425.
In the panic and desperation to find baby formula, scammers are finding a rich source of victims.
Because these vehicles are at risk of catching fire, even when they are parked and their engines turned off, owners are being urged to park outside and away from structures.
Both the skies and the roads will be crowded this Memorial Day weekend.
All U.S. households can order an additional eight free at-home test kits, totaling 16 free tests available to each household since the program started.
The PGA of America says Tiger Woods has withdrawn from the PGA Championship.
The loss was the fourth-straight for the Halos, who have now fallen 1 1/2 games back of the Houston Astros for the AL West lead.
The start of the second series between the two teams in the span of a week resulted in a much more subdued offensive showing, after they combined for 58 runs in the first series.
Baez was a member of the Dodgers bullpen from 2014 to 2020 before signing a two-year deal with the Houston Astros in 2021.
After just two weeks in the transfer portal, the 2021 Biletnikoff Award winner, announced his transfer to USC via Twitter.
The pop-up shop, which will remain on La Cienega through May 26, coincides with the release of Styles' newest album of the same name.
Following a season in the Basketball Africa League in 2021, the 37-year-old rapper will join the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said that films must debut in theaters to qualify for award consideration.
Movie exhibitor Sid Grauman, one of Hollywood's most creative showmen, opened the movie palace in 1927, during the silent movie era.
We're showcasing two hot trends: Pickleball and craft beer. Erica Olsen reports.
The Laguna Woods community will be back in church Sunday after last week's deadly mass shooting. Lesley Marin reports.
The first military flight carrying 70,000 pounds of baby formula is due to arrive Sunday amid a massive shortage nationwide. Kara Finnstrom reports.
A warm week is expected. Alex Biston reports.
A warning to drivers to avoid downtown Los Angeles Sunday as a portion of the 110 Freeway will be closed for construction. Rachel Kim reports.
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.
