Why L.A. County preschools are closing as TK thrives
During the first four years of California’s new transitional kindergarten program, 167 community-based preschools in Los Angeles County…
Influencer goes ‘behind the tent zipper’ of L.A. homeless crisis
Traveling near the Warehouse District with Derrek Miranda is akin to riding in a motorcade with an elected…
Cal Academy announces beloved Claude the albino alligator has died at 30
SAN FRANCISCO — A rare albino alligator named Claude who was beloved by fans around the world died…
1 Child, 1 Adult Die as 4 Vehicle Crash Erupts into Flames on Highway
NEED TO KNOW At least two people are dead following a four-car crash on Tuesday, Dec. 2, which…
U.S. Economy to Slow Through Early 2026, While California Navigates a Two-Speed Recovery
AI-driven investment continues to propel national and state growth, but tariffs, immigration policy and weak labor markets restrain…
Meghan Markle Reveals the Royal-Favorite Christmas Tradition She Still Keeps Alive in California
NEED TO KNOW Meghan Markle demonstrates a beloved British Christmas tradition in her new Netflix holiday specialIn the…
When will U.S. and California economies see stronger growth?
Key takeaways
U.S. economy. The slowing but resilient national economy, buffeted by investment in AI, continues to…
3 children among the 4 killed at a California birthday party shooting
A child’s birthday party – a usually joyous event – turned into the site of a mass shooting…
Would these students drop out of college?
Credit: Analy Carrillo / Sacramento State Over 6 million Californians under the age of 65 stopped out —…
Column: A Republican California governor? It’s possible, but a long shot
You’re reading the L.A. Times Politics newsletter Anita Chabria and David Lauter bring insights into legislation, politics and…
These Are The Deadliest Roads In California
Gguy44/Getty Images There are a variety of factors…
California mass shooting victim Maya Lupian weeks away from birthday when killed at Stockton party
An 8-year-old girl described as “the light in everyone’s life” was two weeks shy of her 9th birthday…