Today: November 25, 2024
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‘We’ve experienced wage theft,’ says L.A. Subway worker who filed lawsuit

Los Angeles fast-food cooks and cashiers rallied Tuesday at a Subway in Eagle Rock to show support for Eva Rodriguez, an employee.

‘We’ve experienced wage theft,’ says L.A. Subway worker who filed lawsuit
Crime|Local|News

CHP investigates road rage shooting on 5 Freeway in Boyle Heights 

Police continue to search for suspects Friday involved in a fatal car-to-car, road rage shooting on the 5 Freeway in the Boyle Heights area.

CHP investigates road rage shooting on 5 Freeway in Boyle Heights 
Crime|Local

5 shootings happened in L.A. County over the weekend

There were five separate reported shootings in Los Angeles County over the weekend, according to police.

5 shootings happened in L.A. County over the weekend
Crime|Local

Santa Monica College closed as police investigate shooting that injured 1

Police continue to search for the suspect in a shooting at Santa Monica College that left an employee injured.

Santa Monica College closed as police investigate shooting that injured 1
Local

Alhambra unveils new vending library machine

A vending library machine that will provide access to more than 200 books for checkout is available at Emery Park in Alhambra beginning Tuesday.

Alhambra unveils new vending library machine
Celebrity|News

Liam Payne, former One Direction member, dead at 31

Liam Payne, a singer and former band member of One Direction, died Wednesday at 31-years-old after falling from a third story balcony at a hotel in Argentina, according to local police. 

Liam Payne, former One Direction member, dead at 31
Crime|Local

Santa Monica College shooting suspect dead after standoff with police

Police identified and located a man Tuesday suspected of shooting a Santa Monica College employee, according to the Santa Monica Police Department. 

Santa Monica College shooting suspect dead after standoff with police
Celebrity|News

Former One Direction members pay tribute to Liam Payne

The cause of death for Liam Payne, a singer and former band member of One Direction, has been released Thursday.  The singer died Wednesday at 31-years-old after falling from a third story balcony at a hotel in Argentina, according to local police. Payne was best known as a member of boyband One Direction that was active from 2010-2016. Other members of the band are Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik. “I lost a brother when you left us and can’t explain to you what I’d give to just give you a hug one last time and say

Former One Direction members pay tribute to Liam Payne
Celebrity|News

TMZ received backlash over photos of Liam Payne’s body

TMZ revealed cropped photos of Liam Payne’s body after he fell three stories from a hotel balcony in Argentina and is now receiving online backlash. The incident sparked a debate as to what is and isn’t appropriate to reveal as a news outlet.  The 31-year-old singer died Wednesday at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel on Costa Rica Street in the Palermo neighborhood, according to local police. TMZ was one of the first news outlets in the United States to report on Payne’s death.  Their initial article included photos of Payne’s body obtained by the outlet. The photos were cropped into two

TMZ received backlash over photos of Liam Payne’s body
Crime|Local|News

Man arrested on suspicion of DUI, gross vehicular manslaughter in Santa Monica

A person believed to be unhoused was hit and killed by an SUV on the beach near the Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Police said Friday. 

Man arrested on suspicion of DUI, gross vehicular manslaughter in Santa Monica
News|Local

Aaron Sorkin, Wallis Annenberg among recipients of National Humanities Medals

Writer and director Aaron Sorkin, actor LeVar Burton, philanthropist Wallis Annenberg, and the late chef and TV personality Anthony Bourdain are among recipients of National Humanities Medals who will be honored at the White House Monday.

Aaron Sorkin, Wallis Annenberg among recipients of National Humanities Medals
Local|Sports

LeBron, Bronny James to make NBA history in Lakers season opener

LeBron James and his oldest son, Bronny James, are set to make NBA history by becoming the first active father-son duo Tuesday evening.

LeBron, Bronny James to make NBA history in Lakers season opener
Crime|Local|News

Over 7,000 pedestrians were killed in crashes in 2022, Torrance police gives safety tips

The Torrance Police Department reminded the public Tuesday that October is National Pedestrian Safety Month by cautioning people to drive slowly.

Over 7,000 pedestrians were killed in crashes in 2022, Torrance police gives safety tips
Local|News

Nonprofits search for artists to memorialize P-22 at Griffith Park

Two nonprofit organizations are calling on artists Tuesday to submit ideas for a future memorial to celebrate P-22 at Griffith Park.

Nonprofits search for artists to memorialize P-22 at Griffith Park
Local|Celebrity|Sports

Dodger fans mourn the death of ‘icon’ Fernando Valenzuela

Dodgers fans are mourning the death of Fernando Valenzuela

Dodger fans mourn the death of ‘icon’ Fernando Valenzuela
Sports|Local|News

LeBron, Bronny James made NBA history as first active father-son duo

LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, made NBA history Tuesday when they became the first active father-son duo.

LeBron, Bronny James made NBA history as first active father-son duo
News|Crime|Local

New decision made in Menendez brothers case, Gascón announces

Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón announced Thursday he’s requesting a resentencing in the case of Erik and Lyle Menendez, now 56, who are serving life sentences in prison for killing their parents in their Beverly Hills mansion. Gascón said he is going to recommend a resentencing in the case to a court Friday. “What that means in this particular case is that we are going to recommend to the court that the life without the possibility of parole be removed and that they will be sentenced for murder, which, because there are two murders involved, that will be 50

New decision made in Menendez brothers case, Gascón announces
Local|Sports

Dodgers to face Yankees in Game 4 of World Series in New York

The Dodgers may win their second World Series Championship in five years when they face the New York Yankees for Game 4 Tuesday evening.

Dodgers to face Yankees in Game 4 of World Series in New York
Education|Local

UCLA receives AANAPISI designation, support 

The University of California, Los Angeles has received the designation of an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, it was announced Tuesday.  It’s become one of over 200 institutions across the United States to earn the classification. The designation is intended for colleges and universities that support underserved Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students. It was established by Congress 17 years ago to create opportunities for and serve Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students. “The AANAPISI designation will allow UCLA to tap new sources of funding that will help us foster a welcoming and

UCLA receives AANAPISI designation, support 
Local|Sports

Dodgers defeat Yankees, take home World Series championship

The Dodgers won their eighth World Series championship after defeating the New York Yankees Wednesday evening at Yankee Stadium. This is the Dodgers’ second World series championship in five years. They overcame a five-run deficit against the Yankees, winning 7-6. Freddie Freeman was picked as the Series’ MVP for driving in 12 runs, tying the record set by Bobby Richardson in 1960. Freeman became the first player to hit home runs in each of the first four games of a World Series.  The Dodgers overcame the largest deficit – five runs – in a World Series-clinching victory. The team broke

Dodgers defeat Yankees, take home World Series championship
Local|Sports

L.A. prepares to celebrate Dodgers’ World Series championship win

A parade to celebrate the Dodgers’ World Series championship title is scheduled for Friday morning in downtown Los Angeles. A separate “special ticketed celebration” event will be held at Dodger Stadium. Both events prompted warnings about heavy congestion and calls from L.A. Mayor Karen Bass for businesses to allow employees work from home Friday.  During a news conference Thursday morning, Bass,  along with local leaders, outlined an effort to ensure Friday’s parade uplifts the “championship team, dedicated fans and its proud city.” “Last week, I stood with city leaders to say that L.A. is ready — ready to host the

L.A. prepares to celebrate Dodgers’ World Series championship win
Local|News|Sports

‘We earned it,’ Dodgers fan says as thousands flock to parade in downtown L.A.

Thousands of Dodgers fans flocked to sidewalks near Los Angeles City Hall in downtown on Friday for the World Series celebration parade.  Some even climbed light poles and went to the top of parking structures to get a peek of the team as they drove through downtown L.A. on seven double-decker buses. Many fans even arrived as early as 4 a.m. in the downtown area to get the best view along the parade route. By the time the parade started, the streets were filled with a sea of blue.  This is the moment many Dodgers fans have been waiting for

‘We earned it,’ Dodgers fan says as thousands flock to parade in downtown L.A.
Entertainment|Local|News

Quincy Jones died ‘peacefully’ at the age of 91

Quincy Jones, a music legend, has died at his home in Bel Air at the age of 91.  The Grammy-award-winning producer, arranger, composer, and entrepreneur – who previously worked with Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, and many more – has “passed away peacefully” on Sunday, according to his publicist.  “Mr. Jones was surrounded by his children, his siblings, and close family at the time of his death,” Arnold Robinson, the publicist, said in a statement. “Tonight, with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of our father and brother Quincy Jones‘ passing,” the family said in a statement. “And

Quincy Jones died ‘peacefully’ at the age of 91
Local|News|Political

Election Results: California voters approve Prop. 36, the anti-crime measure

Proposition 36, a ballot measure addressing crime in California, passed Tuesday night. As of 9 p.m. Tuesday, 70.4% of people in California voted to pass the measure. Prop. 36 will roll back parts of Prop 47, which was passed in 2014. Prop. 47 downgraded some felonies, like drug possession and thefts worth less than $950, to misdemeanors. It was intended to get low-level offenders into rehabilitation programs. However, critics of the proposition said it convinced thieves they wouldn’t face consequences for stealing. Prop. 36 will eliminate the $950 threshold for thefts. If somebody is caught stealing three times, they could

Election Results: California voters approve Prop. 36, the anti-crime measure
News|Local|Political

Election Results: California voters pass Prop. 35 to permanently fund Medi-Cal

Proposition 35, a ballot measure aimed at providing permanent funding for Medi-Cal health care services in California, passed Tuesday night. Prop. 35 will make the existing state tax on health insurance plans permanent, and would use that revenue to fund Medi-Cal services. Currently, the state’s tax is set to expire at the end of 2026.   The short-term state costs are estimated to be roughly between $1 billion and $2 billion annually to increase funding for certain health programs. The long-term costs aren’t known at this time.  Supporters of Prop. 35 said it addresses California’s urgent healthcare crisis by securing dedicated

Election Results: California voters pass Prop. 35 to permanently fund Medi-Cal

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