First Assistant U.S. Atty. Bill Essayli is waging an unusual campaign to find election fraud in California despite DOJ guidelines saying not to during vote counting. Read full story Author: …
Los Angeles has one of the deadest downtowns in the world, according to a new survey
Gensler’s City Pulse 2026 report shows Downtown Los Angeles ranking lower than average on vibrancy. Read full story Author: Lily Wright
NorCal braces for dry, dangerous fire season as SoCal faces typical conditions
Fire officials are bracing for an active fire season in Northern California as high temperatures dry out forests. Southern California will likely see a typical season. Read full story Author: …
Lopez: From the scene of South L.A.’s erupting sidewalks, 5 questions for Bass and Raman
Local activist Earl Ofari Hutchinson calls for emergency response to busted South L.A. sidewalks. Read full story Author: Steve Lopez
U.S. fans roar at Coliseum watch party, enjoy inexpensive World Cup energy
Fans cheered on the field of the Coliseum while watching the U.S. rout Paraguay in their World Cup opener on video screens. Read full story Author: Joaquin Ruiz
Woman swept out to sea in Santa Cruz becomes California’s second death amid ongoing swell
One woman is dead and another is in critical condition after they were swept out to sea by a powerful tide in Santa Cruz amid hazardous ocean conditions that forecasters …
Low-resistance tires could cut drivers’ costs while supporting environment in California
The California Energy Commission is on the verge of requiring replacement tires be as energy-efficient as original tires, something the legislature asked for years ago. Read full story Author: Blanca …
After false starts, L.A. Grand Prix brings track back for Olympic preview
This weekend’s two-day meet serves as an important check point for track and field’s hope to break out of the four-year popularity cycle. Read full story Author: Thuc Nhi Nguyen
Global HIV prevention declined drastically after Trump aid cuts, U.N. finds
Cuts from the U.S. and others have hit hard, with the number of people receiving PrEP dropping by 38% from 2024 to 2025, according to data from 62 countries. Go …
Royal Family watch Red Arrows flypast on Buckingham Palace balcony
The annual event marks the King’s official birthday and features more than 1,400 members of the armed forces. Read full story Author:
In pictures: Trooping the Colour marks King’s official birthday
The King and Queen were cheered on as they rode along The Mall towards Horseguard’s Parade. Read full story Author:
Are the Downing Street dominoes about to fall?
John Healey’s resignation as defence secretary is a disaster for the prime minister, writes Laura Kuenssberg. Read full story Author:
Israel carries out air strikes on Lebanon, state media says, as Iran claims deal with US near
The strikes come as Iran’s foreign minister says a deal to end fighting with the US is close. Read full story Author:
Boston becomes ‘mini-Scotland’ before World Cup opener
Scotland will play Haiti in their first World Cup match in 28 years at the Boston Stadium. Read full story Author:
Thousands gather for anti-racism rally in Belfast after disorder
Protesters gather at Belfast City Hall for a demonstration against racism, after the past week of violence and disorder. Read full story Author:
Staying up to watch the match? Here’s how to survive an all-nighter
Forget blocks and tackles, this is the tactical plan you need for the football. Read full story Author:
‘It’s all they’re talking about’: Scotland gripped by football fever
Excitement is building ahead of Scotland’s first game in the men’s World Cup for 28 years. Read full story Author:
The trauma and hope behind Haiti’s rare World Cup appearance
Haiti’s first appearance at a men’s World Cup for 52 years is as much about hope as it is goals for the conflict-torn nation. Read full story Author:
Superstar in Spain, doubted in Brazil: Will Vinicius convince a nation?
Vinicius Junior is considered one of the best players in the world, but can he make the Brazilian public fall in love with him at the World Cup? Read full …
Why football is called ‘soccer’ in the US and Canada
Football is life for millions of fans around the world, but in two World Cup co-host nations, they tend to call it by a different name. Read full story Author: