My last chance at Hollywood fame was going to live or die on Olvera Street. But overcoming the tropes wasn’t going to be easy. My last chance at Hollywood fame …
Column: A dying girl, a fateful blessing and the lessons of California’s tragic origin myth
The La Cristianita saga is barely remembered — even by its putative caretakers at Camp Pendleton. The La Cristianita saga is barely remembered — even by its putative caretakers at …
LAPD shootings of unstable people wielding sharp objects a deadly problem
Police officials say such weapons represent real, imminent threats. Others claim the danger is exaggerated and that officers are too quick to pull the trigger. Police officials say such weapons …
Man found shot to death in his car in South Los Angeles
Man fatally shot near Hyde Park on Saturday morning. Man fatally shot near Hyde Park on Saturday morning. Read full story Author: Andrew J. Campa
Los Angeles County coronavirus case numbers and deaths continue to drop as reopening nears
Starting Tuesday, the state will remove most remaining restrictions on businesses and significantly relax mask-wearing rules for people who are vaccinated. Starting Tuesday, the state will remove most remaining restrictions …
FBI raids home of Los Angeles-based actor who entered U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 with right-wing protesters
About 20 agents armed and outfitted in tactical gear raided the North Hollywood home of Siaka Massaquoi About 20 agents armed and outfitted in tactical gear raided the North Hollywood …
Lopez: The homeless situation in Venice is complicated. But that’s no excuse for inaction
Councilman Mike Bonin says he’s angry about the suffering he sees. So let’s get going on solutions. Councilman Mike Bonin says he’s angry about the suffering he sees. So let’s …
How do we hold on to new freedoms as California reopens?
COVID-19 news is good in California now, but as the state opens up, I fear for the unvaccinated holdouts. COVID-19 news is good in California now, but as the state …
California’s biggest heat wave of the year heightens drought and fire fears
“Early heat waves and more frequent heat waves this summer will exacerbate an already serious situation,” one climatologist said. “Early heat waves and more frequent heat waves this summer will …
Judge questions state’s request to drop most rape charges against O.C. surgeon and girlfriend
Judge questions attorney general’s request to drop most rape charges against Grant Robicheaux and Cerissa Riley Judge questions attorney general’s request to drop most rape charges against Grant Robicheaux and …
Former Garcetti aide says he might have hugged but never harassed
Rick Jacobs, a former aide to L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti, denied sexually harassing anyone, as a former Garcetti bodyguard has alleged. Rick Jacobs, a former aide to L.A. Mayor Eric …
These are some of the major earthquake risks facing California
When the Big One hits, will Californians be ready for a lack of modern communication connections? Extended periods without essential utilities such as water and gas? Damage to homes? The …
Officials raise alarms about another respiratory virus as COVID-19 fades
Cases of RSV, a respiratory virus, fell amid pandemic shutdowns last year. Now it’s reemerging in the South, and children may be more vulnerable. Cases of RSV, a respiratory virus, …
Recall fever strikes California as angry voters take on politicians in large numbers
Publicity around the Newsom recall, as well as pandemic fallout and a combative political atmosphere, have helped fuel a surge in local recall drives around California. Publicity around the Newsom …
California COVID-19 plunges to new lows, fueling hope big reopening won’t bring new surge
The state is now reporting an average of fewer than 1,000 new COVID-19 cases per day. The last time case counts were this low was March 31, 2020 — when …
L.A. teachers union pact mandates masks and coronavirus tests for all this fall
When the nation’s second-largest school district fully reopens in the fall, students and staff will wear masks, regardless of vaccine status, and all will be be tested for the coronavirus …
Authorities search for man overboard off Long Beach coast
The man either jumped or fell overboard from the Catalina Express. The man either jumped or fell overboard from the Catalina Express. Read full story Author: Leila Miller
Long Beach replaces rainbow lifeguard tower, a symbol of pride, burned in suspected arson
Long Beach officials Thursday unveiled a new rainbow lifeguard tower, a symbol of LGBTQ pride, replacing one that was destroyed in a suspected arson fire. Long Beach officials Thursday unveiled …
Who can stop wearing masks, and where: California’s COVID reopening rules explained
With California set to reopen its economy fully on Tuesday, wearing a mask will become optional in many public settings. Here are the rules. With California set to reopen its …
The new coronavirus Delta variant: Why some are worried, and some are not
The Delta variant, also known as B.1.617.2, was identified in India but has since been found in 60 countries. It’s thought to be more transmissible. The Delta variant, also known …