El Niño is typically associated with a higher chance of more rain in Southern California. But the powerful climate pattern could affect the Golden State in a number of ways. …
What COVID is teaching doctors about the relationship between viruses and cancer
The pandemic has left some evidence that viral infection may play a role in reawakening dormant cancer cells already present in a patient’s body before infection. Read full story Author: …
Column: These visitors’ viral World Cup videos are showing what really makes America great
International soccer fans discovering the wonders of America, from spacious skies to chicken fried steak, is giving the U.S. a much-needed morale (and PR) boost. Read full story Author: Mary …
Who sank 2 Ecuadorean fishing boats? Survivors point to drones as Washington denies involvement
Surviving crews say they were bombed, and detained, by U.S. forces. The Pentagon denies any role in the sinking of the vessels. Read full story Author: Patrick J. McDonnell
This startup was supposed to revolutionize California’s wine industry: ‘It totally failed’
Monarch Tractor, a startup founded in 2018 with promises of saving farmers time and money, collapsed after customers reported its tractor could not operate autonomously. Read full story Author: Caroline …
Supreme Court will decide if ‘criminal aliens’ can be held indefinitely while they fight deportation
The case could give the administration more power to arrest and hold immigrants, including green card holders, who have criminal records. Read full story Author: David G. Savage
Inside L.A.’s Armenian banquet halls, where the caviar flows and the party never stops
L.A.’s Armenian banquet halls host lavish parties with caviar, food trucks and two-foot skewers of khorovats that keep traditions of celebrating alive. Read full story Author: Ani Duzdabanyan
Fox Corp. to buy streaming platform Roku for $22 billion
The deal will combine the Murdoch family’s media assets, which include its news, sports and broadcast channels, with the San Jose-based streaming platform company that reaches 100 million consumers globally. …
How to volunteer for the 2028 L.A. Olympics: Applications open in July
Here’s everything you need to know to apply to work as a volunteer during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games. Read full story Author: Thuc Nhi Nguyen
There’s a new L.A. waffle to obsess over, and it comes with Filipino-style fried chicken
Baking With Ish bakery has expanded and started serving pancakes and chicken and waffles for breakfast. Read full story Author: Jenn Harris
Historic swells continue to batter California beaches. When will the surf die down?
The risk of flooding and dangerous surf at California beaches will continue until Wednesday, officials say. Read full story Author: Melody Petersen
Police kill 16-year-old boy in family disturbance in Santa Ana, officials say
A 16-year-old boy was shot and killed Sunday evening by the Santa Ana Police Department after a family dispute, according to authorities. Read full story Author: Summer Lin
Watch police rescue dogs locked in U-Haul near Temecula
Police rescued 31 neglected dogs from a hot, unventilated U-Haul truck near Temecula. The owner was arrested and faces 21 felony animal cruelty charges. Read full story Author: Tony Briscoe
Before We Forget: What Trump Did Right
President Trump’s first year and a half of his second term has been nothing if not controversial. After winning decisively in 2024, he has seen his popularity drop sharply. In …
D.C. Escalating Response to Teen Takeover Chaos
Around the country, there have been many reports of large groups of teenagers suddenly gathering in public spaces, causing sometimes violent chaos, then quickly dispersing before the authorities come. The …
Dems’ Unbridled Pursuit of Power Can’t Be Airbrushed Away
The Democrats’ disquieting quest for power at the cost of our democratic principles cannot credibly be denied or rebutted by inapt whataboutisms. During the 40 years from John Kennedy’s inauguration …
Russia was behind arson attacks targeting PM, BBC reveals
Evidence shows Russians directing the plot and stoking tensions with fake far-right and Muslim groups. Read full story Author:
Social media ban – bold and blunt, but no silver bullet
The BBC’s technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online. Read full story Author:
Teacher guilty of sexually abusing and murdering adopted baby
Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley. Read full story Author:
How could the US-Iran deal affect oil prices and the cost of food?
Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come. Read full story Author: