Single-engine plane crashes in Hesperia, 2 passengers found dead
Single-engine plane crashes in Hesperia, 2 passengers found dead
Two people were killed after a plane crashed in Hesperia Thursday morning.
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Hurricane Polo is coming. Here's what it means for Southern California
Hurricane Polo is coming. Here's what it means for Southern California
Two hurricanes in the Pacific could combine with high tides to cause flooding and erosion at Southern California beaches early next week.
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Flea-borne typhus outbreak prompts renewed warnings in Los Angeles County
Flea-borne typhus outbreak prompts renewed warnings in Los Angeles County
Health officials issued a warning after a second wave of flea-borne typhus was reported in Los Angeles County.
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Hollywood would get 20% federal film tax credit under proposed new bill
Hollywood would get 20% federal film tax credit under proposed new bill
A bipartisan group of Congressional leaders is pushing for a 20% federal tax credit for film and TV production, a move they say will help bring filming back to the U.S.
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California woman missing since 2007 found buried under mountain home. Her ex is arrested
California woman missing since 2007 found buried under mountain home. Her ex is arrested
The former husband of Jill Maiorca is accused of killing her in 2006 and hiding her body under the Big Bear Lake home "without the homeowner's knowledge," authorities said.
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“Harmful if inhaled.” “May cause cancer.” Paola Lopez was loading crates of grapes onto a forklift in Fresno County when a toxic spray of pesticides covered her face and arms. Farmworkers like her have been put at risk by inconsistent oversight in California, an analysis of 40,000 records finds.
California farmworkers face health hazards amid inconsistent pesticide enforcement
An analysis of 40,000 state records shows that health and safety violations are penalized inconsistently, and regulatory action rarely results in fines.
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The Museum of Contemporary Art has appointed Jonathan Abbott, formerly of GBH in Boston, as its new chief executive and director. Abbot will be the institution's sixth leader since 2008.
MOCA finally names new director after lengthy search, years of leadership turmoil
The Museum of Contemporary Art has appointed Jonathan Abbott, formerly of GBH in Boston, as its new chief executive and director. Abbot will be the institution's sixth leader since 2008.
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Ballot seizure by Riverside County sheriff was 'unlawful,' California Supreme Court rules
Ballot seizure by Riverside County sheriff was 'unlawful,' California Supreme Court rules
The state's high court issued a ruling Thursday on whether Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco had the authority to seize more than half a million ballots in what the former Republican candidate for governor claimed was an investigation into voter fraud.
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Ella Langley choosin' Tucker Wetmore: 'Choosin' Texas' breakout dating fellow singer
Ella Langley choosin’ Tucker Wetmore: ‘Choosin’ Texas’ breakout dating fellow singer
Ella Langley has more than a record-breaking hit on her hands. The "Choosin' Texas" country music breakout is now reportedly in a budding romance with Tucker Wetmore, also a musician.
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'A Different World' is back with a delightful new class. You'll want to sit in
Review: 'A Different World' is back with a delightful new class. You'll want to sit in
The beloved collegiate 'Cosby Show' spinoff returns with a new group of students at Hillman College, and they're accompanied by many familiar faces from the original cast.
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The EPA agreed to permanently restore about $19 million in canceled UC research grants under a proposed federal-court settlement, including studies on wildfire smoke health effects and water management. The deal covers 24 grants and 35 UC researchers: www.latimes.com/california/s...
Wildfire and water research grants saved as Trump EPA permanently restores $19 million to UC
The EPA has agreed to permanently restore about $19 million in UC research grants canceled by the Trump administration.
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Northern California college wrestling star dies in fall at Yosemite National Park
Northern California college wrestling star dies in fall at Yosemite National Park
Santa Rosa Junior College sophomore Ryan George died in an apparent accident at Yosemite National Park on Sunday, his college wrestling coach posted in a statement Tuesday.
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Why this hidden gem is the new crown jewel of L.A. fine dining
Review: Why this hidden gem is the new crown jewel of L.A. fine dining
Lielle is one of the decade’s most exciting and assured debuts, in this or any other L.A. restaurant space.
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'We opened Pandora's box:' Mexican rock trio the Warning defies all expectations
'We opened Pandora’s box:' Mexican rock trio the Warning defies all expectations
The Warning's fifth LP, 'Everything's Falling' landed the band new Billboard records and Latin Grammy nominations. Ahead of their three sold-out shows at the Fonda, the Villarreal sisters dove into their K-pop influence, playing with Carín León at the Sphere and breaking 'purista' expectations.
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John Green can't picture images, but his adult debut paints a vivid Hollywood
John Green can’t picture images, but his adult debut paints a vivid Hollywood
In a candid interview, bestselling author John Green opens up about his latest novel, 'Hollywood, Ending,' the influence of Andy Warhol on his work and building a narrative world without a visual mind.
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Tequila Mockingbird, L.A. punk's great archivist, is still pissed off and spectacular
Tequila Mockingbird, L.A. punk's great archivist, is still pissed off and spectacular
Mockingbird's archives are on display at the Goethe-Institut Los Angeles, depicting a raucous era of music and defiance.
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As 'SNL' begins Season 52, here's the state of the show and what to expect
As 'SNL' begins Season 52, here's the state of the show and what to expect
As the long-running sketch comedy series embarks on a new season, here's a look at the lineup of guest hosts, new players, sketches you can expect and the lingering question of Lorne Michaels.
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A dog steals 'Heart of the Beast' while Brad Pitt's charm is kept on leash
Review: A dog steals 'Heart of the Beast' while Brad Pitt's charm is kept on leash
Man and canine crash-land in the wild, where survival will depend on their resourcefulness. What should have been a star vehicle is stolen by a pooch.
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CNN, MS NOW and Politico are still shut out of the White House after a judge lifted Trump’s press ban. https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2026-09-24/judge-lifts-white-house-press-ban-of-cnn-ms-now-politico?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_
CNN, MS NOW and Politico still shut out of White House after judge lifts Trump's press ban
Federal court judge calls the ban unconstitutional and rejects the White House argument that the action was done in the name of national security.
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This deadly fungus isn't just a rural threat anymore. New studies point to cities and oil wells
This deadly fungus isn’t just a rural threat anymore. New studies point to cities and oil wells
Researchers at UC Berkeley have discovered valley fever spores in cities in the Central Valley and linked nearby oil drilling to an uptick in infection risk — challenging the long-held belief that the deadly disease only affects rural areas.
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This JPL satellite mission is burning through its funding. One reason: the Eaton fire
This JPL satellite mission is burning through its funding. One reason: the Eaton fire
The mission is the newest generation of the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment, or GRACE. The satellites measure water mass across the planet.
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'Woefully inadequate': Bass orders review of how LAPD deals with mentally ill people
'Woefully inadequate': Bass orders review of how LAPD deals with mentally ill people
A new executive directive announced Thursday by Mayor Karen Bass seeks to boost crisis intervention training for police officers, among other reforms.
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How Trump's plan to make Head Start English-only would hit L.A. classrooms
How Trump's plan to make Head Start English-only would hit L.A. classrooms
The Trump administration wants to make Head Start English-only, altering learning for two-thirds of California children enrolled in the federal early childhood program. Critics say the plan goes against decades of dual language research.
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NEW: An internal investigation into allegations against Anaheim's mayor is underway after I reported on a confidential letter that claimed she called her Latina chief of staff a "dirty Mexican." www.latimes.com/socal/daily-...
Anaheim mayor vows to cooperate in probe into allegations that she made racist remarks about aide
An Anaheim councilwoman called for an internal investigation into the mayor following a confidential letter detailing allegations of discriminatory conduct against her chief of staff.
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Lakers PA announcer Lawrence Tanter has passed away, the Lakers announce. After 43 years as the PA announcer, Tanter had just transitioned to a special adviser role for game day presentation after suffering a stroke last season. www.latimes.com/sports/laker...
Beloved Lakers public address announcer Lawrence Tanter dies at 76
Lawrence Tanter, the Lakers' beloved public address announcer for 43 years, has died at the age of 76, the team announced.
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Haphazard pesticide enforcement puts farmworkers in California at risk
Haphazard pesticide enforcement puts farmworkers in California at risk
An analysis of 40,000 state records shows that health and safety violations are penalized inconsistently, and regulatory action rarely results in fines.
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High cost of living tops voter concerns, Becerra remains front-runner in governor's race, new poll shows
High cost of living tops voter concerns, Becerra remains front-runner in governor's race, new poll shows
As Californians prepare to elect a new governor in November, the top concern they want the new leader to prioritize is reducing the state’s entrenched high cost of living, according to a new poll.
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Raman's polling lead puts pressure on Bass to win undecided voters – and go negative
Raman's polling lead puts pressure on Bass to win undecided voters – and go negative
The mayor's camp dismissed the Berkeley IGS/L.A. Times poll as an outlier, but one Bass insider said the survey 'put a pit in stomachs.'
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Troubled LAX People Mover delayed again — and it might not be the last time
Troubled LAX People Mover delayed again — and it might not be the last time
The contractor of the LAX Automated People Mover, LINXS, believes the train could open in early January.
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