The number of Angelenos who die in traffic crashes now regularly outpaces those killed by homicide, but data shows vehicle stops by LAPD have plummeted since the pandemic. Read full …
Raman gets key labor endorsement in mayor’s race, although most unions are backing Bass
Most local labor unions are backing Mayor Bass, but the powerful Unite Here Local 11 representing hotel workers endorsed council member and challenger Nithya Raman. Read full story Author: Noah …
Hiltzik: The U.S. national debt has reached $40 trillion. Should you care?
News that the national debt has reached $40 trillion inspired lots of partisan hand-wringing — and even more misunderstanding. Read full story Author: Michael Hiltzik
Ex-Compton gang leader found guilty in murder of Tupac Shakur
A Las Vegas jury on Monday found a onetime Compton gang leader guilty in the slaying of rapper Tupac Shakur, marking a turning point in a murder mystery that captivated …
California lawmakers pass restrictions on hiring former immigration agents, ban on electric-shock gloves
California lawmakers on Monday voted to ban federal immigration agents from being hired for many local and state government jobs and outlaw electric-shock gloves. Read full story Author: Nicole Nixon
Community colleges would be able to award far more bachelor’s degrees if Newsom approves
A pair of bills on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk would make it easier for California community colleges to offer bachelor’s degrees. Read full story Author: Jaweed Kaleem
Reputed Latino gang member charged with killing Black man amid racially charged turf war
Prosecutors say an alleged member of the Blythe Street gang shot a Black man who was sitting in a car outside a Panorama City building at the center of a …
Keir Starmer announces he is standing down as MP
The former prime minister said he would now turn his focus to international affairs. Read full story Author:
Laundry rooms to be turned into cells to tackle prison overcrowding
The government says £110m has been fast-tracked from existing budgets to speed up the building of new cells. Read full story Author:
‘I’ve never been to Afghanistan’: Six million deportees forced to start over under the Taliban
As of August, the number forced to return this year from Pakistan and Iran had reached another million. Read full story Author:
The final minutes before floodwater crashed through Nepal-China border
More than 100 Indians are missing at a vital Nepal-China trade crossing after devastating Himalayan floods. Read full story Author:
New storm names for 2026-2027 released by Met Office
Tuesday 1 September marks the start of the UK storm season and a new list of storm names have been released including Austen, Chloe and Evelyn. Read full story Author:
Ex-gang boss guilty of orchestrating 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur
Duane “Keffe D” Davis was convicted over the drive-by shooting of the rap superstar 30 years ago. Read full story Author:
Man in court charged with murder after deaths of woman and girl in Teesside fire
A seven-year-old girl and her aunt died in the fire in Grangetown, near Middlesbrough, on 26 August. Read full story Author:
Israeli fire kills three in Gaza City during reported raid, medics say
Unconfirmed local reports say the Israeli military carried out air and artillery strikes after a raid by an Israel-backed militia was discovered. Read full story Author:
It’s taken me a long time to process Olympics breaking experience, says Raygun
Australian Olympic breakdancer Rachael Gunn – known as Raygun – tells BBC Sport about the aftermath of her extraordinary experience at the 2024 Olympics. Read full story Author:
Canada’s Liberals sweep three seats in boost for Carney after trade tensions with US
One seat was taken from the Conservatives, indicating public support for the PM after a confrontation with Donald Trump. Read full story Author:
Could Tupac verdict inspire new efforts to also find killer of his rap rival?
The murder of Notorious B.I.G. was thought to be linked to the killing of his rival Tupac Shakur and it came up a lot in the trial. Read full story …
Feeling nostalgic for summer? How to beat the back-to-work blues
Going back to work after a summer holiday can be tricky – here are a few tips to make it easier. Read full story Author:
Djokovic’s tearful loss leaves future uncertain
After Novak Djokovic’s latest bid for a historic 25th major title ends in tears in New York, where does the most decorated men’s player of the Open era go from …