Coast Guard scrambles to clarify its guidance on nooses, swastikas, hate symbols
A Coast Guard personnel directive updated language identifying symbols of racial or religious hatred, setting off a political firestorm this week.
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A Coast Guard personnel directive updated language identifying symbols of racial or religious hatred, setting off a political firestorm this week.
The posters were found on the top floor of a Park Sorrento condo on Calabasas Road, near Calabasas Lake. The complex faces the Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center.
Deputies with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said they believed the tagging was an act of vandalism, and not a hate crime.
Newport Harbor High School and Costa Mesa High School students posted pictures on Snapchat of students playing beer pong with cups set up like a swastika and saluting Hitler.
The shirts from KA Design were being sold until Monday, when a notice indicated the items were "no longer available due to content issues".
A woman's car was vandalized on Wednesday night while she was sleeping in what deputies are calling a hate crime.
The symbol touches Vadim Kolosov on a deeply personal level since his great grandfather fought against Nazis.
A vendor was asked to leave USC after students confronted him over the T-shirts with swastikas he was selling.
Students returned Monday to an Inglewood high school to find graffiti on campus and classrooms vandalized.
Police are investigating reports of Valley Village and North Hollywood residents receiving fliers with Nazi symbols.
A 49-year-old man is facing multiple hate crime charges for allegedly vandalizing a San Fernando Valley business with anti-Semitic graffiti on multiple occasions.
Drew Benda, of Burbank, was taken into custody Monday at Wilbur Avenue and Bel Aire Drive for felony vandalism and hate crimes.
Police are investigating a burning swastika that was placed in the middle of a San Bernardino street early Sunday morning.
Anti-Semitic acts of vandalism and other related incidents are on the rise in Southern California even as incidents statewide have declined, according to an audit released Monday.
Police say they're looking for whoever defaced the statue of West Covina High School's bulldog mascot this weekend with green paint and a swastika.
An annual report has found that hate crimes in Orange County jumped by 14 percent in 2011 over the previous year.
People seeking sun and surf in Venice Beach were instead treated to a puzzling sight – the image of a swastika flying over the popular tourist attraction.
Police are investigating a vandalism incident as a possible hate crime. A homeowner called police Wednesday to report that a swastika had been scribbled on top of a stone mailbox.
Detectives say a hate crime was committed on the front lawn of The Joslyn Center in Palm Desert.
A series of swastikas spray-painted on the Westside were likely done by a single individual, police said Wednesday.
A swastika found spray-painted on the home of a Messianic Jewish pastor will be investigated as a hate crime, sheriff's deputies said Friday.
Los Angeles County investigators say three students have confessed that they scrawled swastikas and other hate graffiti at Calabasas High School.
Jeff Hall proudly flies the swastika flag and talks of a breakaway white nation. Dan Schruender once handed out fliers honoring Hitler's birthday and writes a blog that features photos of Nazi officers.
Racist graffiti and swastikas scrawled on garage doors and cars in a Southern California neighborhood are being investigated as a hate crime.
Osaze Urhoghide scored in the 34th minute, Jonathan Sirois had three saves, and FC Dallas beat Los Angeles FC 1-0 to extend its unbeaten streak to six games.
California utility workers will have new legal protections after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill increasing penalties for assault and battery against workers while they are performing their jobs.
So far in 2026, LA County public health officials say that 69 rabid bats have been detected, matching last year's total as peak season continues. Nearly 70% of the bats that tested positive for rabies were found in the Santa Clarita Valley.
The Santa Ana Police Department warned residents about a Gaboon Viper possibly spotted in a neighborhood.
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
California utility workers will have new legal protections after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill increasing penalties for assault and battery against workers while they are performing their jobs.
So far in 2026, LA County public health officials say that 69 rabid bats have been detected, matching last year's total as peak season continues. Nearly 70% of the bats that tested positive for rabies were found in the Santa Clarita Valley.
The Santa Ana Police Department warned residents about a Gaboon Viper possibly spotted in a neighborhood.
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
GKN Aerospace recently targeted Monday as the return to full operations at the aerospace facility.
So far in 2026, LA County public health officials say that 69 rabid bats have been detected, matching last year's total as peak season continues. Nearly 70% of the bats that tested positive for rabies were found in the Santa Clarita Valley.
The FBI is offering a $1 million reward that leads to the capture of the newest member of their Most Wanted Fugitives list, who is allegedly part of an organized crime group with ties to Southern California.
The members were selected by volunteers from the Tournament of Roses' Queen & Court Committee.
The City of Long Beach is testing a new pilot program to help mitigate the damage. Crews have placed heavy-duty sandbags right by the seawall to try to break up the wave energy.
Although weather officials say that the surf from Hurricane Polo will likely be smaller than that from Hurricane Marie, the lingering erosion effects could enhance flooding.
The Santa Ana Police Department warned residents about a Gaboon Viper possibly spotted in a neighborhood.
GKN Aerospace recently targeted Monday as the return to full operations at the aerospace facility.
The FBI is offering a $1 million reward that leads to the capture of the newest member of their Most Wanted Fugitives list, who is allegedly part of an organized crime group with ties to Southern California.
This is the first time any sea turtle has been documented nesting along the U.S. West Coast. Experts say olive ridley sea turtles typically nest farther south, in the warmer waters of Baja California, but this year the ocean there is exceptionally warm.
With a hurricane forecast to bring powerful waves, Orange County is considering measures to protect sea turtle nests in Seal Beach.
The FBI is offering a $1 million reward that leads to the capture of the newest member of their Most Wanted Fugitives list, who is allegedly part of an organized crime group with ties to Southern California.
Beloved Big Bear bald eagle Jackie was honored with a life-size monument in the area where she so frequently roamed the skies before her death last month.
Riverside police arrested the mother of an infant found abandoned next to an apartment complex dumpster last year after months of investigation.
Riverside police arrested a former care facility employee for allegedly using a hidden camera to film other staff inside a bathroom.
A call came in to the San Bernardino County Fire Department around 9:58 a.m. about a single aircraft down.
A woman, identified only as Jane Doe, alleges she was gang-raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 and accuses Cornell University of failing to protect her.
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
The disclosure comes at a time of heightened concern over AI agents acting outside of human control.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
California utility workers will have new legal protections after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill increasing penalties for assault and battery against workers while they are performing their jobs.
The meeting comes as some industry leaders warn about the risks of rapid AI advancements.
President Trump moved to cancel almost $1 billion in spending that was approved by Congress, marking the second time his administration has employed a rarely used tactic that some lawmakers in both parties have called illegal.
The day has been recognized by California since 1998, but it has not been a regular paid holiday for most state workers.
Iran had presented a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and return to negotiations for a lasting end to the war.
Homeowners getting their insurance through the California FAIR Plan will soon be paying even more, but industry observers say it may be a good sign for the state's insurance market.
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.
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health officials on Monday reported that the county has recorded 100 West Nile virus cases this year, marking the highest number in nearly a decade.
The CDPH said an unvaccinated passenger who later was hospitalized with measles traveled around the country by train and bus, eventually moving through at least six California counties before heading to Denver, Colorado.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
California placed new restrictions on data centers, giving local communities more control over the electricity, land and water usage by the facilities.
About 43,000 people are expected to attend the annual AI and enterprise tech conference hosted by Salesforce which comes amid calls for a slowdown in AI developments.
Pest control company Terminix has agreed to pay $3.15 million to settle a lawsuit brought by 29 California counties alleging the company unlawfully disposed of pesticides and violated customer privacy laws.
As Californians prepare to celebrate Labor Day and the contributions of American workers, labor unions are raising alarms about what they see as a growing threat to the future of human work.
California regulators approved Waymo to expand its services in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and to offer its autonomous ride-hailing service in Sacramento and San Diego in the future, the company said Friday.
Osaze Urhoghide scored in the 34th minute, Jonathan Sirois had three saves, and FC Dallas beat Los Angeles FC 1-0 to extend its unbeaten streak to six games.
Bo Nix's keeper from inches outside the goal line with 47 seconds left powered the Broncos past the Rams 30-26, capping a wild final five minutes that included a 66-yard pick-6 by Denver and a quick touchdown response by Los Angeles.
Los Angeles FC fired head coach Marc Dos Santos on Sunday night, with just over a month left of his first season at the helm.
Josh Allen scored two touchdowns rushing and the Buffalo Bills overcame a five-turnover outing to pull out a 24-16 victory over the winless Los Angeles Chargers.
Logan Gilbert struck out eight in four no-hit innings and five Seattle pitchers combined for 12 strikeouts as the Mariners beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-3 in the regular-season finale for both teams.
Madonna won Artist of the Year while Taylor Swift became the most awarded artist in Video Music Awards history.
Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor who wrote the perfect script for himself – and refused to sell it unless he played the title role. He talks about his new memoir, "The Steps," that recounts his rocky road to fame before and after "Rocky."
The MTV Video Music Awards are back in Los Angeles and CBS LA is celebrating ahead of the big event with a live red carpet special starting at 3 p.m. on Sunday.
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
Orange County residents and community activists are demanding clarity and accountability ahead of the planned return to full operations for GKN Aerospace, the aerospace facility at the center of a chemical tank crisis that forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes in May. Rina Nakano reports.
The FBI is offering a $1 million reward that leads to the capture of the newest member of their Most Wanted Fugitives list, who is allegedly part of an organized crime group with ties to Southern California.
Beach cities and residents across Southern California are preparing their homes and properties ahead of potential flooding and coastal erosion caused by Hurricane Polo. Jeff Nguyen, Evelyn Taft and Michele Gile report.
Hockey is BACK tomorrow as the NHL drops the puck on its 2026-27 season! And the Southern California clubs are looking to continue their success, with both the Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Kings making the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. But which team is set up best to keep on winning for years to come -- the Ducks or the Kings? The Sporting Tribune reporter and Ducks in Deep Podcast host Zach Cavanagh says the Ducks are far ahead of the Kings thanks to a strong, young core led by Leo Carlsson and Cutter Gauthier that will continue improving. On the other side is The Sporting Tribune writer Alex Hutton, who argues the Ducks are severely handicapped by the contracts awarded to their young players, while the Kings have the future cap space to swing at a bona fide superstar like Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid. Graham Metzker hosts this icy edition of the Sports Central Showdown.
Hundreds of people came out to California Spirit to raise money and awareness for the American Cancer Society. The event highlights the role nutrition can play in cancer prevention and treatment. Our very own Rudabeh Shahbazi took the stage to speak. Pat Harvey, Marina Jurica and Amy Johnson also attended the event. Rudabeh, Marina and Amy have been very open with their cancer journeys, helping inspire and support others facing the disease.
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.
