Toyota To Recall 82K Hybrid SUVs
Toyota Motor Corp. said Wednesday it will recall about 82,200 hybrid SUVs in the U.S. due to computer boards with possible faulty wiring.
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Toyota Motor Corp. said Wednesday it will recall about 82,200 hybrid SUVs in the U.S. due to computer boards with possible faulty wiring.
After years of legal wrangling, the first of hundreds of lawsuits over acceleration problems against Toyota Motor Corp. has been scheduled for trial.
Toyota is recalling 106,000 first-generation Prius hybrid cars globally for faulty steering caused by a nut that may come loose. One minor accident suspected of being related to the problem has been reported in the U.S.
An independent panel set up to review Toyota Motor Corp.'s safety and quality issues says the company doesn't do a good job of incorporating customer feedback into its car designs.
A federal judge in California says hundreds of lawsuits filed against Toyota over possible sudden-acceleration defects can move forward.
Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc. is recalling some of its RAV4 and Highlander vehicles so that it can fix an issue related to airbag.
A NASCAR star is using his fame to boost the stalled search for a missing Big Bear boy, who vanished 16 years ago.
Know a teacher inspiring your child to live sustainably? Here's your chance to nominate him or her for an honor that carries $20,000 in cash awards.
Consumer Reports has named Japanese automakers Honda, Subaru and Toyota the best all-around carmakers for the third year in a row.
Toyota Motor Corp. is recalling 2.17 million vehicles in the United States to address accelerator pedals that could become entrapped in floor mats or jammed in carpeting.
One of the attorneys leading the class-action federal lawsuits pending before U.S. District in Santa Ana says the report's findings are flawed and won't stop legal action.
The government on Tuesday plans to release the findings of its investigation into reports of sudden acceleration in Toyota vehicles.
Toyota recalled nearly 1.7 million cars worldwide Wednesday for fuel leaks, the latest in a ballooning number of quality problems that could add another dent to its tarnished reputation in the crucial U.S. market.
Toyota Motor Sales announced Tuesday that it will conduct a voluntary recall of approximately 245,000 Lexus vehicles from the 2006 to 2009 model years to inspect the fuel pressure sensor installation.
Toyota Motor Sales has opened two more U.S. product quality field offices, including one in Houston.
Toyota has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit over headlights in its 2006 and 2009 Prius models that shut off without warning.
Seven insurance companies have sued Toyota Motor Corp. in an attempt to recover money paid to cover crashes they blame on sudden acceleration.
The auto giant has agreed to pay $32.4 million in penalties stemming its failure to notify officials in a timely fashion about potential sudden acceleration and other safety risks.
Dozens of personal injury lawsuits against Toyota will likely go forward if a federal judge's tentative ruling becomes final.
Toyota has announced the worldwide recall of 650,000 Prius cars for a faulty coolant pump.
Every year in mid November carmakers flock to the L.A. Convention Center to unveil their latest production and concept vehicles. Get an inside look at the 2010 L.A. Auto Show, open to the public November 19-28, 2010.
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Toyota Motor Corp. is asking a federal court in California to throw out lawsuits over acceleration defects in its cars, saying many of the plaintiffs never identified any defect or experienced sudden, unintended acceleration.
A Los Angeles search and rescue team and sheriff's helicopter found a missing Orange County hiker Monday in a rugged section of Angeles National Forest.
New court documents filed in a case against Toyota Motor Corp. claim the auto giant bought back cars with sudden acceleration defects and failed to report the problem to federal regulators.
At least 13 people were at hospitals following a shooting at a party at Arcadia Lake, near Oklahoma City, police say.
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department deputies fatally shot a man who was wanted in connection with an alleged assault in the Oak Hills area, near Hesperia, on Saturday.
The building and several cars caught fire.
Riverside County firefighters have fully contained the Gopher Fire, which broke out in southern Riverside County on Saturday afternoon and temporarily forced evacuation orders for some residents.
A suspect wanted for allegedly injuring a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy has been arrested after leading police on a pursuit before crashing and then barricading himself inside a car in Beverly Hills on Sunday, prompting an hours-long standoff with police.
A suspect wanted for allegedly injuring a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy has been arrested after leading police on a pursuit before crashing and then barricading himself inside a car in Beverly Hills on Sunday, prompting an hours-long standoff with police.
At least 13 people were at hospitals following a shooting at a party at Arcadia Lake, near Oklahoma City, police say.
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department deputies fatally shot a man who was wanted in connection with an alleged assault in the Oak Hills area, near Hesperia, on Saturday.
The building and several cars caught fire.
Riverside County firefighters have fully contained the Gopher Fire, which broke out in southern Riverside County on Saturday afternoon and temporarily forced evacuation orders for some residents.
The building and several cars caught fire.
A suspect wanted for allegedly injuring a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy has been arrested after leading police on a pursuit before crashing and then barricading himself inside a car in Beverly Hills on Sunday, prompting an hours-long standoff with police.
Police said that the threat is believed to have been a hoax.
It happened at around 12:50 a.m. on Thursday near Manchester Avenue and Vermont Avenue, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
An initial burglary alarm call went out to the Los Angeles Police Department around 9 p.m. to a home in the 1600 block of Blue Jay Way.
Following the Orange County death of victim Ed Ashman on Thursday, new charges of involuntary manslaughter for the teen's mother were announced by the DA on Friday.
Ocean experts say to expect more shark sightings through the summer. "It is gearing up to be a sharky summer," said Chris Lowe, the director of the Shark Lab at California State University, Long Beach.
The redesignation of All American Way to Charlie Kirk Way is "in honor of slain activist Charlie Kirk," according to Westminster City Council documents. The name change was approved by the city council in a 4–1 vote last fall.
The crash happened at around 11:50 a.m. near Newland Street, police said.
Evacuation warnings were lifted on Sunday morning, firefighters said.
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department deputies fatally shot a man who was wanted in connection with an alleged assault in the Oak Hills area, near Hesperia, on Saturday.
Riverside County firefighters have fully contained the Gopher Fire, which broke out in southern Riverside County on Saturday afternoon and temporarily forced evacuation orders for some residents.
The team will move from El Segundo to the Coachella Valley beginning with the 2026-27 season.
The Sunshine Motel, at 570 N. H Street, was also found to be unsafe due to health and safety violations and was red-tagged for closure.
The Ontario Tower Buzzers teamed up with a pair of kids from the Make-A-Wish foundation to design unique jerseys for the Minor League Baseball team.
At least 13 people were at hospitals following a shooting at a party at Arcadia Lake, near Oklahoma City, police say.
There was no immediate reason given for the 81-year-old's hospitalization.
An investigation is underway after a United Airlines plane struck a light pole and truck on the New Jersey Turnpike as it was coming in for a landing at Newark Liberty Airport on Sunday afternoon, officials said.
The service members were participating in African Lion, the largest joint military exercise on the continent.
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
There was no immediate reason given for the 81-year-old's hospitalization.
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt lashed out at his opponents in a new attack ad.
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
ICE reported the 18th death of an individual in its custody so far this year, putting the agency on track to record a new all-time high in detainee deaths.
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.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
LA County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
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.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
Mark Vientos hit two home runs and right-hander Clay Holmes allowed one run in 6 2/3 innings as the New York Mets beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-1 on Sunday.
Justin Wrobleski tossed six scoreless innings to help the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-1 to snap a four-game losing streak.
The Los Angeles placed left-hander Yusei Kikuchi on the 15-day injured list Sunday with shoulder inflammation and purchased the contract of left-hander Tayler Saucedo from Triple-A Salt Lake.
Oswald Peraza hit a two-out RBI single in the 10th inning and the Los Angeles Angels snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 4-3 victory over the New York Mets.
Mathias Laborda scored in the 82nd minute for the Vancouver Whitecaps in a 1-1 tie with the LA Galaxy.
Just a week after the two-weekend Coachella Music Festival left Indio, the Empire Polo Club grounds were flooded by country music fans for Stagecoach. Police arrested 119 people during the three-day event, most of whom were arrested for possession of alcohol under 21 years of age.
The Stagecoach Music Festival was evacuated on Saturday night due to extreme winds blowing in the area.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
During a court appearance on Thursday, Los Angeles County prosecutors said that singer D4vd, who was charged with murder in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, had a "significant amount" of child pornography on his cellphone.
Michael Tilson Thomas, the 12-time Grammy Award winning composer and famed conductor who led the San Francisco Symphony for a quarter century, has died.
After nearly eight hours, a hostage was freed by an armed suspect who is wanted in connection with the attempted murder of a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy. Brittney Ermon reports from Beverly Hills.
An armed suspect wanted for attempted murder of a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy was barricaded inside a car and holding a hostage captive in Beverly Hills during an hours-long standoff on Sunday. Brittney Ermon reports.
Alex Biston takes a look at the weather for the upcoming week in her NEXT Weather Forecast.
The two-day Core Los Angeles Music Festival drew thousands of people to the Los Angeles State Historic Park over the weekend. Zach Boetto reports.
Authorities closed and evacuated the Redondo Beach Pier on Sunday morning due to a bomb threat that's now believed to be a hoax, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
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.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
