Texas-based Phillips 66 was indicted on six federal charges for allegedly dumping hundreds of thousands of gallons of wastewater from its Carson oil refinery into the Los Angeles County sewer system, prosecutors announced Thursday.
A Santa Clarita man was sentenced today to eight years behind bars for running a drug ring that shipped narcotics hidden in stuffed animals.
A crash sounded through El Segundo on August 4, followed by the sound of a car driving off at full speed. When neighbors emerged, Jorge Santos, 27, of Baldwin Hills, L.A.
The non-profit, Homeless Healthcare Los Angeles, takes an approach to drug use known as ‘Harm Reduction.’
In July, hackers claimed they had access to over a terabyte of Disney internal communications. The hackers allege they had the help of a man on the ‘inside,’ whose personal information they posted to their website. Whether or not a breach actually occurred has not been independently verified. The named employee, Matthew Van Andel, of Los Angeles, has maintained he was an unwitting victim. Now, his siblings have spoken to the Los Angeles Post to present their perspective and an attempt to clear his name. Christa Maier and Stephen Van Andel, Matthew’s siblings, say hackers gained access to his personal
On August 28, a shooting threat was spread via social media at Birmingham Community High School, in Van Nuys, LA. One week later, thirteen people were shot at a school in Georgia while their peers made frantic phone calls to their parents. Reports began to circulate about the ways in which students had made use of their devices to keep themselves safe. Then, on September 6, the California Legislature sent Governor Newsom a bill that would require all school districts to limit their pupils’ use of cell phones while on school property. While the bill has been presented as a
Angeleños looking for a unique night out now have an unexpected option: watching polo in Griffith Park. The Los Angeles Equestrian Center will be hosting a “challenge” — or polo tournament at the site’s Equidome on October 4th. In addition to polo, the evening will feature contributions from entertainers across L.A.. “Instead of just having it be an equestrian event, we really wanted to extend the reach out to the community,” Madliene Clowry, one of the organizers, told LAPost.com. “So we had an art gallery, and we had vendors, and we had a barn, we had a food experience and
Southern California has long been famed for its embrace of alternative health movements. Perhaps that is why Jim Trotta Davis, better known as Suburbanoid, settled here.
Efrain Zarazua was at work in West Hollywood on September 14, when he heard a commotion coming from outside. When he went to assess the situation, a shirtless man shoved him to the ground. The assailant, having allegedly assaulted three other people, shoved Zarazua to the ground before stomping on him and kicking him in the head, Zarazua’s family says. Afterwards, Zarazua was transported to a hospital, where he was placed in the ICU and diagnosed with numerous injuries to the head and body. His son, Chris, told LAPost.com that he had a severe concussion, broken cheekbone, and several other
A red flag warning, indicating increased fire risk, has been issued for most valleys and mountains in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to face the New York Yankees in Game 1 of the World Series this Friday. It’s a showdown between the nation’s two largest cities, the MLB’s two best players, and the top team in each league.
After a search lasting more than a month, police have finally arrested a suspect in the beating of Barney’s Beanery valet Efrain Zarazua.
hose who plan to drive on Friday evening should consider leaving early. Several major sports and entertainment events are expected to bring major traffic jams across the city, with Halloween celebrations adding additional potential for backups.
Consumers may finally start feeling relief from years of high inflation, but there remains one item that can still induce sticker shock: chocolate.
Homeowners affected by Rancho Palos Verdes landslides
Nov. 5, also known as Election Day across the United States, is anticipated as the night Americans will vote in their next president. However, Angelenos will be focused on another big race: the Los Angeles District Attorney. D.A. George Gascón is facing a bid to unseat him by the law-and-order oriented Nathan Hochman, who has a commanding lead in the polls. The contest calls to mind the 2022 election which brought down Chesa Boudin, Gascón’s successor as San Francisco D.A. In both cases, an incumbent who was voted into office during 2020’s groundswell of support for police reform is now
The Grammys, America’s biggest awards for music, are expected to announce their list of nominees next Friday, November 8, with the ceremony to take place on February 2, 2025. Nominations will be announced via livestream on YouTube and the Grammy website. The Grammys themselves will be presented at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, and broadcast on ABC, as well as via streaming on Disney+, and Hulu. What to Watch for Fan outrage has grown over the years as Beyoncé was passed over for Best Album in 2010, 2015, 2017 and 2023. Her husband Jay-Z used his acceptance speech at
Raucous cheers could be heard far outside of Dodger Stadium Friday afternoon, as the victorious home team arrived aboard a series of blue double-decker buses. Fans packed the stands in blue and white merchandise, anticipating a chance to see the championship squad. Friday also marked the birthday of the late Fernando Valenzuela, the Dodgers legend who passed away one week ago. The celebration highlighted L.A.’s musical contributions. Rapper Ice Cube kicked the rally off with a modified performance of his songs “Westside Connection” and “It Was a Good Day,” before announcing the team’s arrival. The Dodgers then walked out onto
Los Angeles heads to the polls today to vote in federal, state and local elections. While the race for president has grabbed headlines, there are also a number of down ballot and local elections taking place. LAPost.com has rounded up the essential information that L.A. County voters need to know. What’s on the ballot? At the federal level, Angeleños will have the option to vote for president, where Donald Trump and Kamala Harris represent the Republicans and Democrats, respectively. There will be two votes for the Senate: one to immediately fill the vacant seat left by Sen. Diane Feinstein’s passing,
California’s ballot measure system gives citizens the chance to directly set policies. At the local level, things get confusing. There are often dozens of proposed amendments, some covering only the arcane inner workings of small government agencies. But this election day, several proposals are on the ballot that may significantly change how the city of Los Angeles runs. This year, LAPost.com has chosen four measures to highlight. Amendment DD: New Redistricting Commission When new electoral maps need to be drawn up, which happens every ten years, redistricting commissions are formed to determine how they are laid out. Until now, the
A 43-year-old teacher was arrested in Valley Village Thursday on charges relating to the sexual assault of a minor. According to a statement by the Los Angeles Police Department, Colleen Jo Matarico “groomed and sexually assaulted a 13-year-old victim in her classroom, and later convinced the victim to have sexual intercourse in her vehicle.” Matarico has been charged with five counts of lewd acts with a minor, two counts of lewd acts with a minor 14 or 15 years of age, and one count of furnishing marijuana to a minor. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, Matarico is being
Julión Álvarez will make his return to the United States on April 19 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, after an enforced absence from the country lasting almost eight years.
Nearly 2,400 workers continue to strike as of Tuesday across Kaiser Permanente mental health facilities in Southern California.
The NCAA unveiled a judgment Tuesday against USC Football, which includes a fine of $50,000 and one year of probation.
The Orange County Fire Authority responded to a construction accident at Villa Park High School Thursday.
Emperor penguin released at sea 20 days after waddling onto Australian beach
Japan considering raising income tax threshold in fresh economic stimulus
Adani's Australian coal unit faces human rights complaint
The Bahamas will refinance part of its debt to protect its famous turquoise waters
Athletes see climate change as threatening their sports and their health. Some are speaking up
Shohei Ohtani in early stages of rehab from shoulder surgery and hopes to be ready for opening day