Mistrial declared after jury deadlocks in Palisades Fire trial
A federal judge declared a mistrial in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire.
A federal judge declared a mistrial in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire.
Palisades Fire verdict: Jury deadlocked; Florida man charged with starting historic California fire
A Los Angeles jury has announced it is deadlocked in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire.
A Los Angeles jury has announced it is deadlocked in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire.
17 states take California to court over plastic packaging rules
A coalition of states is suing California to block a sweeping recycling law, claiming its strict plastic waste regulations would force businesses nationwide to overhaul their products and operations.
A coalition of states is suing California to block a sweeping recycling law, claiming its strict plastic waste regulations would force businesses nationwide to overhaul their products and operations.
13-year-old climbs out of Disneyland's Tiana's Bayou Adventure ride, slides down 50-foot drop
A 13-year-old boy was evaluated at a hospital after exiting a Tiana's Bayou Adventure boat mid-ride at Disneyland, prompting a state safety inspection.
A 13-year-old boy was evaluated at a hospital after exiting a Tiana's Bayou Adventure boat mid-ride at Disneyland, prompting a state safety inspection.
Carlos Mencia pleads not guilty to 12 felony charges of failure to pay taxes
Comedian Carlos Mencia has pleaded not guilty to 12 felony charges alleging he failed to report or pay taxes on over $8 million in earnings. Here's what to know.
Comedian Carlos Mencia has pleaded not guilty to 12 felony charges alleging he failed to report or pay taxes on over $8 million in earnings. Here's what to know.
Iran team leaves note in World Cup locker room: ‘Thank you, Los Angeles’
Iran left a note in their locker room at SoFi Stadium following their match with Belgium, showing their gratitude to the city of Los Angeles for their hospitality.
Iran left a note in their locker room at SoFi Stadium following their match with Belgium, showing their gratitude to the city of Los Angeles for their hospitality.
Boyle Heights warehouse fire prompts rare helicopter water drops, extended air quality warning
Firefighters used rare helicopter water drops to battle a massive warehouse fire in Boyle Heights, triggering extended smoke and air quality advisories for Los Angeles residents.
Firefighters used rare helicopter water drops to battle a massive warehouse fire in Boyle Heights, triggering extended smoke and air quality advisories for Los Angeles residents.
SFPD audit shows Flock cameras accessed on behalf of federal, out-of-state agencies
San Francisco’s Flock Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) network has been queried on behalf of out-of-state and federal agencies, validating fears that many privacy advocates have had about the program.
San Francisco’s Flock Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) network has been queried on behalf of out-of-state and federal agencies, validating fears that many privacy advocates have had about the program.
Edwards Air Force Base releases names of 8 crew members killed in B-52 bomber crash
Edwards Air Force Base has released the names of the eight victims killed when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a radar modernization test flight on Monday.
Edwards Air Force Base has released the names of the eight victims killed when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a radar modernization test flight on Monday.
Newsom says Trump ordered DOJ to put him on 'hit list'
Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday that the Republican President of the United States had ordered the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, putting them on what he described as "Trump's hit list."
Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday that the Republican President of the United States had ordered the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, putting them on what he described as "Trump's hit list."
Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in Kern County, 8 presumed dead: Officials
A military jet carrying eight people crashed upon takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, officials said. Officials fear the incident was “not survivable" for those who were on that jet.
A military jet carrying eight people crashed upon takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, officials said. Officials fear the incident was “not survivable" for those who were on that jet.
Juneteenth sparks questions of financial freedom in Black community
With Juneteenth – a federal holiday recognizing Black liberation and the end of slavery in the United States two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed– coming up on Friday, the disconnect between financial equality and Black Americans is still at large.
With Juneteenth – a federal holiday recognizing Black liberation and the end of slavery in the United States two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed– coming up on Friday, the disconnect between financial equality and Black Americans is still at large.
Judge dismisses lawsuit by Yosemite ranger fired over transgender flag
In 2025, a Yosemite ranger hung a transgender flag on the famous rock wall known as El Capitan. The ranger was later fired and alleged that it was retaliatory and violated their free speech rights.
In 2025, a Yosemite ranger hung a transgender flag on the famous rock wall known as El Capitan. The ranger was later fired and alleged that it was retaliatory and violated their free speech rights.
Pasadena police release video of officer shooting inside department parking garage
Pasadena police released video showing an officer accidentally shooting another officer in the department’s parking garage during what the chief described as horseplay involving loaded guns.
Pasadena police released video showing an officer accidentally shooting another officer in the department’s parking garage during what the chief described as horseplay involving loaded guns.
Xavier Becerra, Steve Hilton advance in race for California governor; Both will face off in Nov. election
Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton have both advanced to the November 2026 general election in the race for California Governor.
Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton have both advanced to the November 2026 general election in the race for California Governor.
LA mayor's race: Incumbent Karen Bass to face Nithya Raman in runoff, AP projects
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and City Councilmember Nithya Raman have advanced from the primary election to face off in the November general election.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and City Councilmember Nithya Raman have advanced from the primary election to face off in the November general election.
McDonald's worker allegedly doused with hot cooking oil by co-worker
Jacob Smith, 20, was admitted to the ICU with second-degree burns to his face, neck, arm and back
Jacob Smith, 20, was admitted to the ICU with second-degree burns to his face, neck, arm and back
James Handy, veteran character actor, dies at 81
James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."
James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."
13 arrested in federal drug bust at MacArthur Park in Los Angeles
Local and federal agents, some in tactical gear, have made their way to Los Angeles for an active narcotic operation.
Local and federal agents, some in tactical gear, have made their way to Los Angeles for an active narcotic operation.
Airport suspect packed explosive device for flight, caught with cryptic message on phone: feds
A California man is facing federal charges after authorities say he attempted to pass through security at Sacramento International Airport with an explosive device in his carry-on luggage while preparing to board a flight to North Carolina.
A California man is facing federal charges after authorities say he attempted to pass through security at Sacramento International Airport with an explosive device in his carry-on luggage while preparing to board a flight to North Carolina.