Articles in the “news” category
Is The End Nigh For The Westside Pavilion?
The owners are looking for a buyer, who could potentially repurpose it.
Remembering Boise Bishop Michael Driscoll, Protector of Orange County's Pedophile Priests
The late bishop actively protected child rapists during his 23-year career in Orange County.
ICYMI: Nearly Two-Thirds Of TV Shows On Air Last Year Didn't Have A Single Black Writer on Staff
Plus, a bonfire society will burn an effigy of Harvey Weinstein, Julianne Moore will play Gloria Steinem, and Tyrese Gibson is not a fan of The Rock.
Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Filed Against Sheriff's Deputy Accused Of Raping Female Inmates
Giancarlo Scotti, who is currently under criminal investigation by the L.A. County Sheriff's Department, is the subject of a federal lawsuit filed on Tuesday.
Why Has ICE Suddenly Started Targeting Cambodian Refugees?
More than 100 Cambodians have been detained across the country since Oct. 1, according to advocates.
8 Detained, 3 Arrested During Milo Yiannopoulos Speech Protest At CSUF [Updated]
About 200 protesters showed up to the event.
Parent Who Took Teacher Hostage At Riverside Elementary School Fatally Shot By Police Following Hours-Long Standoff
The standoff lasted more than six hours.
ICYMI: 'Blade Runner 2049' Was Initially Four Hours Long
Plus, A.I. used in the fight against opioid abuse, the growth of Chinese restaurants in L.A., and more!
City Votes To Ban Pepper Spray, Baseball Bats, Certain Types Of Signs From Protests, Despite Criticism From ACLU
Among a long list of other items.
Parent Takes Teacher Hostage And Barricades Himself In Riverside Elementary School, Students Evacuated
All students have been accounted for.
PSA: Here Are All The Street Closures For WeHo's Massive Halloween Carnaval
Avoid Santa Monica Boulevard.
Shirtless Man Who Led Deputies On Pursuit In Stolen Sheriff's SUV Arrested
A law enforcement officer opened fire on the man; he is expected to survive.
ICYMI: Cardi B On The Price Of Fame
Plus, a history of Eataly, Glamour's Women of the Year, and more!
50 Homes Evacuated In Venice After Gas Leak, Police Say Ex-Tenant Intentionally Tampered With Gas Line
The situation remains active.
Harvard-Westlake Shelves Controversial Parking Lot/Sky Bridge And Acquires Nearby Golf Course
The golf course is less than a mile from the school and will serve as an athletic center.
Continuing Convent Drama: Jury Selection Begins In Case Of Katy Perry/Archdiocese Vs. Silver Lake Restaurateur
We're here to catch you up on all the Katy Perry/nuns drama before the trial starts.
Mayor Garcetti Says He Won't Be Running For Governor Of California
"I know I can best build on our progress here in LA," he tweeted.
Corona-Based LuLaRoe Hit With $1 Billion Class-Action Lawsuit, Accused Of Running Pyramid Scheme
LuLaRoe is a multilevel marketer selling women's clothing.
ICYMI: Scientists Spot Mystery Object That May Have Come From Another Solar System
Plus, scary stories, new doc on Joan Didion, when John Lydon met Judge Judy, and more!
San Fernando Valley Assemblyman Was Disciplined In 2009 For Sexual Harassment
The Assembly said Bocanegra's behavior "does not meet the Assembly's expectations for professionalism."
City Council Moves Forward On System Of Portable Bathrooms Amid Hepatitis A Outbreak
Access to sanitary restrooms is an important component in hepatitis A prevention.
Pomona Officers Charged With Covering Up Beating Of Teenager At L.A. County Fair
The incident, which took place in 2015, was caught on video.
ICYMI: Sade's 'Love Deluxe' Came Out 25 Years Ago Today
Plus, a legendary NY Times comment, Roxane Gay on tiny houses, a history of harassment in old Hollywood, and more!
Driver Arrested After Plowing Into Group Of Immigrant Rights Protesters Outside O.C. Congressman's Office
There were reportedly "minor injuries," but no one was hospitalized.
Former Teen Cadet To File Claim Over Alleged Sexual Abuse By LAPD Officer
Robert Cain, the ex-LAPD officer, was personally arrested by Police Chief Charlie Beck in June.
4.3 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Coast Of Lompoc In Santa Barbara County
That's about 50 miles from the city of Santa Barbara.
One-And-A-Half Year Old Puma Found In Santa Monica Mountains
P-61 was found in the eastern portion of the Santa Monica Mountains.
ICYMI: Whole Foods To Sell Vegan 'Sushi' With Faux Tuna
Plus, a troubling report on Haribo, scientists say the universe shouldn't exist, scary movies to enjoy at home, and more.
Protesters 'Occupy' City Hall Bathrooms To Call Attention To Lack Of Toilets On Skid Row
They also tried to deliver a number of graffiti-strewn toilets to the mayor's office.
New Report Paints Picture of Dysfunction, Racial Disproportionality In L.A.'s Juvenile Probation System
African-American youth make up just 6 percent of the county's juvenile population but represent 36 percent of the county's juvenile probation population.
The Cost Of Visiting Joshua Tree National Park Could Nearly Triple
The National Park Service has a multi-billion-dollar backlog of maintenance projects and they want you to help foot the cost.
Some Streets in L.A. Go More Than a Year Without Being Cleaned
An audit released by the City Controller shows that just a third of the city's streets get cleaned with any consistency.
It's Barely Noon And Six Daily Heat Records Have Already Been Broken Or Tied
At least it's cooler than yesterday.
Brother Of Las Vegas Shooter Arrested In L.A. On Child Porn Charges [Updated]
He was reportedly detained in North Hollywood on Wednesday morning.
ICYMI: Rodriguez Pleads Not Guilty To Felony Charges, Won't Take Leave From School Board
Plus, Kid Rock isn't running for Senate, Jenny Slate and Chris Evans might (?) be back together, and more!
Seven Daily Temperature Records Broken Tuesday, Including One From 1909 [Updated]
It's 103 degrees in downtown Los Angeles.
Two Bears Showed Up To A SoCal School Before Ditching For A Neighbor's Pool
The mother bear was found wandering a school hallway, and her cub was in a trash can.
LAPD Questions Woman Over Possible Tie With Series Of Arson Fires In North Hollywood
There have been reports of 10 fires in a two-mile radius in North Hollywood since September.
What You Need To Know About L.A.'s Red Flag Parking Restrictions If You Don't Want To Be Towed
The restrictions will remain in effect for, at the very least, 24 hours starting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday.
ICYMI: California Senate Hires Two Outside Firms To Look Into Harassment Allegations
Plus, plans for an AD 51 debate, a World Series wager on the house floor, and more!
Truck Driver Detained, 18 Protesters Arrested At Aliso Canyon On Two-Year Anniversary Of Massive Gas Leak
The truck can be seen driving up to a group of sitting protestors in a video.
Six Daily Temperature Records Were Broken Before 3 PM Today Because We Live In A Post-Apocalyptic Hellscape
Four of the records dated back to 1965.
Fake Bomb Planted In Front Of Whittier Planned Parenthood Prompts Evacuation
The device contained no explosives.
Steve Bannon Thinks California Will Secede From The United States In 10 To 15 Years
Steve Bannon spoke Friday night at the California GOP Convention in Anaheim.
ICYMI: Exotic Animal Smugglers Nabbed Across SoCal During 'Operation Jungle Book'
Plus, scary L.A. songs, the Kuwaiti burger chain coming to WeHo, and more!
Young Couple Found Dead In Joshua Tree Died By Murder-Suicide, Authorities Say [Updated]
The bodies of Joseph Orbeso and Rachel Nguyen were discovered Sunday after the pair had been missing for more than two months.
This Bill Would Help Preserve The Greenway Surrounding The San Fernando Valley
It would virtually double the size of the Santa Monica Mountains Recreation Area.
Bummer, Triple-Digit Heat Expected To Break Records Across L.A. Early Next Week
Yes, in the middle of October.
L.A. Mayor Who Is Still Not Running For President To Hit Another Swing State This Weekend
The weekend trip will add Nevada to the list of swing states the mayor has visited in recent months.
ICYMI: Today Is The Ten-Year Anniversary Of 'None Pizza With Left Beef'
Plus, Joni Mitchell's genius, the dancing hot dog Halloween costume, and more!
Former Sheriff Joe Arpaio To Be 'Guest Of Honor' At SoCal Trump Golf Club Fundraiser
The fundraiser is for GOP congressional candidate Omar Navarro, who is challenging Maxine Waters.
Series Of Tree Fires In North Hollywood Prompts Arson Investigation
The four fires were reported within the same hour.
L.A. To Consider Implementing Portable Restrooms In Face Of Hepatitis A Outbreak
California's hepatitis A outbreak was deemed a state of emergency last week.
Workers At Luxury Rancho Palos Verdes Resort Sue Over Alleged Wage Theft Violations
The sprawling Terranea Resort is about 30 miles from downtown.
Infant Dies After Being Found Unconscious And Covered In White Powder In South L.A. Parking Lot
The baby was unconscious along with an 8-year-old girl and a 26-year-old woman.
ICYMI: Museum Of Ice Cream Now Extended To December
Plus, a classic 'Simpsons' episode gets new life, the greatness of Yasiel Puig, a closer look at the opioid crisis, and more.
LA Weekly Is Being Sold To A Mysterious, Newly Formed Company
The alt-weekly's buyer, Semanal Media, is a new company created for the transaction.
Newport Beach's Balboa Pier Will Close For 3 Days Due To Sewage Spill
A 300-gallon sewage spill was reported on Wednesday.
Olympic Gymnast McKayla Maroney Alleges That Team Doctor Molested Her For Years
Maroney spoke out about the alleged abuse on Twitter as part of the #MeToo movement.
Fire Near Mt. Wilson Observatory Now At 50 Acres and 25% Containment
The fire broke out early Tuesday morning.
ICYMI: Ivanka Trump Claims To Have Cried For 24 Hours After Kurt Cobain Died
Plus, the brunch spot re-serving Popeye's, behind the scenes with a great podcast, and more!
Fire Near Mt. Wilson Observatory Remains At 30 Acres, Now 10% Contained
The fire broke out before dawn on Tuesday morning.
P-55 Becomes First Mountain Lion To Make Two Documented Trips Across 101 Freeway
P-55 crossed the 101 freeway for the first time last August, heading north.
Controversial LAPD Drone Pilot Program Approved, Several Detained At Protest Following Commission Meeting
Of 1,675 emails sent recently during a public comment period, only 6 percent of those messages were in favor of the program.
Fire Burning In Angeles National Forest Near Mt. Wilson Observatory
A number of telecommunications towers are threatened by the fire.
Bull Escapes Petting Zoo, Takes Brief Tour Of La Crescenta
Not exactly a running of the bulls, but still wild.
ICYMI: Dodgers Fan Somehow Caught 10 Home Run Balls This Season Alone
Plus, the origins of gold, Kate Winslet's 2009 Oscar win, John Dunsworth of 'Trailer Park Boys' passes away, and more.
Fire Blazes Through Toluca Lake Pumpkin Patch
The popular pumpkin patch is associated with the Toluca Lake Florist.
California Taxpayers Will Cover Up To $270 Million In Costs If 2028 Olympics Go Over Budget
Governor Brown signed a similar measure when the city pushed for the 2024 Olympic Games.
LAPD Encourages Harvey Weinstein Victims To Step Forward And File Reports
Police in London and New York are investigating sexual misconduct allegations made against the producer.
Two Bodies Found By Search Team In Joshua Tree National Park
The discovery was made at a site where a couple went missing in July.
California Pet Stores Will Soon Only Sell Rescue Dogs And Cats, Thanks To New Law
The law will go into effect in January 2019.
Activists Rally Downtown Against President Trump's Latest Travel Ban
The latest travel ban goes in effect Wednesday.
Kevin de León Formally Announces Plan To Challenge Feinstein In 2018
The California Senate President Pro Tempore will be challenging Senator Feinstein, who has held the seat since 1992.
Mayor Garcetti Expands Turf Rebate Program As Part Of Water Conservation Efforts
The $2 per square foot rebate will continue until December 31.
ICYMI: Kehinde Wiley To Paint Obama's Official Portrait
Plus, the NYT's new social media guidelines, being a car-less protester, and more!
Longtime OC Weekly Editor Gustavo Arellano Resigns, Says He Was Told To Lay Off Half His Staff
Arellano also penned the syndicated "Ask A Mexican" column.
Governor Brown Declares State Of Emergency Over California's Hepatitis A Outbreak
At least 18 people have died in the outbreak.
Steve Bannon Tapped As Keynote Speaker For California GOP Conference In Anaheim
The semiannual convention will take place in Anaheim next weekend.
Jordan Peele Raised His Hand & Surprised Students At A UCLA Class Inspired By 'Get Out'
Peele received a standing ovation as he walked to the front of the room to answer questions.
ICYMI: John Kelly Is Not Quitting Or Getting Fired Today (He Thinks)
Plus, buffalo sauce-flavored lattes from Tim Horton's, "bespoke condoms," and more!
Kevin de León Planning To Challenge Feinstein For Senate Seat, Per Report
Feinstein confirmed Monday that she would be running for reelection in 2018.
Red Flag Wildfire Warnings In Place Through Saturday
The National Weather Service recommends keeping an eye out for rising smoke and notifying officials immediately.
Don't Try To Take Selfies With Orca Whales At Huntington Beach (Or Anywhere)
Three jet skiers came under fire for allegedly getting too close to orcas off Huntington Beach.
ICYMI: Howlin' Ray's Will Expand To The Westside In 2018, If There Is A 2018
Plus, a waterproof Kindle, Taylor Swift's Taylor Swift-themed app, and more!
L.A. Moves One Step Closer To Imposing Affordable Housing Linkage Fee On Developers
The proposal still has to go before the full City Council for a vote.
Canyon Fire 2 Now 45% Contained, Most Evacuation Orders Lifted
Officials say that, as of Wednesday morning, about 30 structures have either been damaged or destroyed in the fire.
ICYMI: Tamagotchis Are Making A Comeback, Because The Past Is Never Dead
Plus, L.A.'s best dim sum, IKEA furniture for pets, the return of Desert X, and more!
Canyon Fire 2 Now At 7,500 Acres, 25% Contained [Updated]
The fire broke out Monday morning in Anaheim Hills.
ICYMI: We Just Wanna Re-Watch This Scene From 'Notting Hill'
Plus, cocaine in Miami, a whole bunch more Harvey Weinstein stuff, and more!
Fast-Moving Anaheim Hills Brush Fire Prompts Evacuations, Darkens Skies Over Disneyland [Updated]
The blaze is at approximately 500 acres.
Columbus Statue Gets Covered As City Celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day
The statue was covered in paper, with a chain-link fence set up around it.
Senator Feinstein Didn't Know She Received Donations From Harvey Weinstein, Will "Take A Look" Into Returning Them
Senator Feinstein spoke with Chuck Todd on "Meet the Press."
Woman Fatally Struck By Westbound Expo Line Train
Service is currently limited between Expo/Western and Expo/Crenshaw.

