Leaked memo reveals California debated cutting wildfire soil testing before disaster chief’s exit
California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s disaster chief quietly retired in late December amid criticism over the state’s indecisive stance…
National Park staff are asking about citizenship status. Here’s why
If you’re planning to visit one of the 11 most popular national parks in the U.S. — two…
Average LA County Gas Price Rises After Dropping Seven Times in Eight Days
The run of seven decreases in eight days that dropped the average price of a gallon of self-serve…
Luka Doncic injured in Lakers’ loss to Kings
From Broderick Turner: Luka Doncic scored 40 points through three quarters for the Lakers against the Sacramento Kings…
New LAFD chief won’t look into who watered down Palisades fire report
After admitting last week that the Los Angeles Fire Department’s after-action report on the Palisades fire was watered…
L.A. County women’s jail inmates allege sexual abuse by guards
Both women say it happened in a blind spot in a dark stairwell. There — out of view…
Battle rages over supportive housing in Santa Monica
It was a scene that left residents of this pricey, palm-lined Santa Monica neighborhood flabbergasted. Without warning, some…
California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta opts against running for governor. Again.
California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta announced Sunday that he would not run for California governor, a decision grounded…
How Adam Sandler got so good, plus the best movies in L.A. this week
Hello! I’m Mark Olsen. Welcome to another edition of your regular field guide to a world of Only…
As L.A. mayor’s race takes shape, Palisades fire is a defining issue
In some ways, it was just another campaign coffee: Los Angeles mayoral candidate Austin Beutner in a roomful…
‘Active shooter’ or ICE agent’s victim? Dual claims after L.A. killing
When Adrian Metoyer first heard government officials describing his best friend as an “active shooter” and threat to…
Palisades fire report was sent to mayor’s office for ‘refinements’
Months after the devastating Palisades fire, the head of the Los Angeles Fire Commission inquired about the Fire…