The Trump administration’s allegations of unchecked hospice fraud in California have tainted the industry’s reputation, prompting concerns that fewer patients will seek the care they need.

Hospice’s bad reputation amid fraud crisis will hurt patients, experts warn

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Egg Heaven Café is the very essence of the old school diner, says restaurant critic Merrill Shindler.

Breakfast and lunch in Long Beach is heavenly good here

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While much of Front Street in Lahaina remains closed to visitors, the areas that have reopened feel renewed and inviting, while nearby resorts and remodeled and launched new restaurants.

Travel: What’s new and improved on Maui 3 years after tragedy

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Before I became a mother, I’d never experienced the feeling of wanting to throttle people I loved until spittle came out of their mouths. I became quite acquainted with this emotion, however, after I adopted my kids through foster…

Frumpy Mom: When you’re mad at your loved ones

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Some 26% of Americans say they’ve used an AI chatbot to find answers to personal finance questions.

I put a chatbot’s financial advice to the test

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Tierra Y Mar boasts authentic flavors inspired by Baja California and a lively tequila bar.

Harrah’s Resort SoCal opens new Mexican food restaurant, offers $10 rooms

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To learn more about how a rock tumbler works and what to look for in a quality model, keep reading. We also discuss the best rock tumblers.

Find hidden gems with the best rock tumblers

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Los Angeles County is the focus of a heat advisory released at 8:53 p.m. on Tuesday by the National Weather Service. The advisory is in effect until Saturday Aug. 8, at 8 p.m.

Los Angeles County placed under a heat advisory until Saturday evening

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The Hong Kong-born salsa DJ, music producer, and cultural researcher curates music derived from the Caribbeans and Latin America, but her vinyl collection also has historical ties to her native land.

Why Gia Fu’s salsa DJ set belongs at the Head in the Clouds Festival

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Nine years later, the South Bay lightweight and Brazilian will clash again Sept. 19 at Crypto.com Arena in one of four fights announced Wednesday morning.

UFC 331 will feature Brian Ortega vs. Renato Moicano rematch

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‘He has, from the first day that we’ve been on the field … had the most growth of any player,’ Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel said.

Chargers RB Omarion Hampton having ‘phenomenal’ camp

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The injury will likely prevent Rushing from catching again this season, but the Dodgers could use him as a pinch-hit option if he returns to hitting later this season.

Dodgers’ Dalton Rushing has ‘slight tear’ in elbow ligament

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Lamadrid defeats Irvine’s Gabriella Gu in a sudden-death playoff to take the girls title and Gimenez wins the boys title in the fourth stop of the junior tour founded by NBA star Steph Curry.

Alexis Lamadrid, Lucas Gimenez win UNDERRATED Golf Tour titles at Hillcrest

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Yolanda Marodi, 54, pleaded guilty Tuesday to second-degree murder in 2025 death of wife Rebecca Marodi, 49.

Wife admits fatally stabbing her spouse, a Cal Fire captain, in Ramona home

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In addition to trading right-handed hitter Jo Adell, the Angels designated Jorge Soler for assignment. They replaced them with newly acquired lefty Moises Ballesteros and infielder Adam Frazier. Wade Meckler will get most of the playing…

Angels’ new lineup might have more balance, fewer strikeouts

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The Moore League’s new football realignment with five teams has coaches excited about playing a more competitive league schedule and having more nonleague opportunities to test themselves against quality opponents.

Moore League football realignment raises playoff stakes with condensed schedule

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In the push-pull between public and private hospitals, many worry their slice of Measure B funds — $340.6 million in the last fiscal year — are potentially at risk.

Hospitals worry as LA County supervisors look at how parcel tax funding is allocated

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The arcane details of Senate procedure spark strong emotions and bitter online feuds.

The not-so-secret filibuster society

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A lack of clutch hits dooms the Angels to a 3-1 loss to the Orioles, despite Rodriguez allowing two runs in seven innings, his best start of the season. The Angels collect 11 hits but go 1 for 12 with runners in scoring position.

Angels waste strong start from Grayson Rodriguez against his former team

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Community members and groups were joined by Long Beach police officers at events throughout the city in honor of National Night Out on Tuesday.

LBPD celebrates National Night Out with community

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The former Penn State guard, who was an early second-round pick in the 2023 NBA draft, spent the past three seasons with the Denver Nuggets.

Clippers and Jalen Pickett agree to a 2-way contract

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Carlos Daniel Delcid was convicted of first-degree murder and other charges in May after a weeklong trial.

San Pedro man gets life without parole in fatal shooting of off-duty Monterey Park officer

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Western Antelope Valley Foothills, Eastern Antelope Valley Foothills and Antelope Valley are under an extreme heat warning which was released by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 8:53 p.m. The warning is in effect until Saturday…

Extreme heat warning in place for Antelope Valley Foothills and Antelope Valley until Saturday evening

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LAFC coach Marc Dos Santos sounds eager to put his best lineup on the field Wednesday night in a first meeting between the historically connected teams that might test the allegiances of Chivas-loyal LAFC supporters.

LAFC plans to ‘go for it’ in Leagues Cup opener against Chivas

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The first-in-the-nation effort, called AI-Ready California, will provide free online access to artificial intelligence tools and education.

CSU launches micro-credential pilot program in AI literacy

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A motion by Supervisor Hilda Solis will use dollars from her First District Catalytic Development Fund to launch a Small Business Interruption Fund for businesses in the areas impacted by the June fire and other emergencies within the…

In Lineage fire aftermath, LA Supervisors boost penalties on public health violations to help locals

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The documentary filmmaker, whose ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ told the story of the theme park’s birth, explores the hard work of creative artists who manufacture new enviroments.

Niles: Leslie Iwerks shows the makers behind the magic in ‘Disney Worldbuilders’

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Jeanine John Taele, 38, was charged with a felony count of possession of an unregistered short-barreled rifle, which could carry a maximum sentence of 10 years.

Man arrested at Trump golf course in RPV allegedly had earpiece, told agents he was there for ‘security detail’

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Thayne Smika is thought to have taken a new identity in California.

Hollywood star’s death reignites search for suspect in ’80s murder

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Did you know you can check out a free pass to visit one or more California state parks — and also borrow a hiking backpack full of stuff like binoculars, flashlight, compass, field guides and more?

How to borrow free hiking kits and free state parks passes

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