California’s next governor will decide whether to continue a moratorium on executions. Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton hold very different views on the death penalty. Read full story …
ICE dragged him from his doorstep in January. His elderly partner fears he’ll die in detention
Rafael Vela Gonzalez was taken by ICE from his Silver Lake home in January. His health has rapidly declined in the eight months he’s spent in detention. Read full story …
Dozens of homes evacuated in Long Beach due to storm damage, high surf
Long Beach Fire Department officials concerned about structural damage evacuated about 20 homes on the Long Beach Peninsula. Read full story Author: Karen Garcia
What can a ‘Star Wars’ fan expect at the Lucas Museum? Vehicles, costumes and maybe some inspiration
‘Star Wars’ fans will find much to love, including costumes, props–and inspiration–at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. Read full story Author: Amy Nicholson
11 must-see things at the sprawling Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
George Lucas was highly involved in the creation and curation of the 300,000-square-foot Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. The museum and grounds are a lot to take in so here’s …
‘Some of the most miserably humid air on record’ is possible this week
Forecasters say unusually humid conditions will persist into the week as will dangerous rip currents at the beach. Read full story Author: Karen Garcia, Rosanna Xia
A $4.76-billion summer put movie theaters back on track. Now comes the hard part
Hollywood’s biggest summer box office ever, powered by “The Odyssey” and “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” has analysts betting on a $10-billion year. Read full story Author: Samantha Masunaga
L.A. fast-food workers could get more predictable schedules, labor rights training
The Los Angeles City Council is set to vote on an ordinance Tuesday that seeks to implement more protections for fast-food workers. Fast-food businesses are lobbying fiercely against the proposal. …
El Niño could bring waves of starving sea lion pups to California beaches. It’s happened before
As El Niño and a marine heatwave threaten mass strandings along California beaches, the release of one rescued seal pup offers a window into the possible crisis. Read full story …
How an L.A. charter school has all but eliminated chronic absenteeism among homeless students
Scholarship Prep South Bay in Wilmington has worked to eliminate chronic absenteeism among homeless students through wrap-around care, trauma-informed support and family trust. Read full story Author: Francesca Pinney
LAPD arrest 69 people, impound 200 cars at illegal street gathering in Harbor Gateway
LAPD launches “Operation Street Sweeper” to target illegal street takeovers. Read full story Author: Karen Garcia
Two killed in plane crash at corporate airfield in San Diego
Authorities say two people are dead in a plane crash at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego. Read full story Author: Karen Garcia
Amber Alert is issued for girl, 14, and fugitive father after baby found dead
An Amber Alert was issued for a 14-year-old girl. Monterey County authorities who had issued a murder warrant are saying she is also a victim as they investigate her baby’s …
Wrestling legend ‘Superstar’ Bill Dundee dies at 82
Memphis wrestling legend “Superstar” Bill Dundee, known for his 50-year career and rivalry with Jerry Lawler, has died at 82. Read full story Author: Jasmine Mendez
Harry and Meghan ‘surprised’ by King’s letter making clear they remain non-working royals
A spokesman says they were not told in advance about the letter sent on behalf of the king, although palace sources deny this. Read full story Author:
Nottingham attacks victim’s death ‘potentially preventable’
The Nottingham Inquiry hears there was a chance one of Valdo Calocane’s victims may have survived. Read full story Author:
Monty Don to leave Gardeners’ World after more than 20 years
The presenter said it had been “deeply rewarding” but added that “now is the right time for a change”. Read full story Author:
Prince George begins first day at a rainy Eton College
The 13-year-old will follow in the footsteps of his father, the Prince of Wales, by attending the elite private school. Read full story Author:
Argentina targets oil company operating in Falklands
The move comes days after President Javier Milei stepped up Argentina’s claims of sovereignty over the Falklands. Read full story Author:
Canadian counter-tariffs come into force as US trade dispute escalates
The tariffs will apply to $20bn worth of American products, jeopardising the stability of the world’s largest bilateral trading relationship. Read full story Author: