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
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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…
As tow truck steals cars from SoCal driveways, owners frustrated, mad
At 6 a.m. in early December, an unlabeled white tow truck cruised into Jesse Roller’s Chino neighborhood. Roller…
LAFD chief admits Palisades fire report was watered down, says it won’t happen again
Los Angeles Fire Chief Jaime Moore admitted Tuesday that his department’s after-action report on the Palisades fire was…
California bill targets fake liens used to harass victims
SACRAMENTO — A California lawmaker introduced a bill Monday to crack down on fake liens filed against politicians, court employees…
NFL Black Monday: Pete Carroll among the coaches fired
From Chuck Schilken: The Las Vegas Raiders fired Pete Carroll on Monday morning after a 3-14 season. The…
‘Sorcerer’ kicks off 2026 with a bang, plus the best movies in L.A. this week
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The rise of DTLA: Car crashes, surgeries and a $4-billion settlement
Sereen Banna said the partners of Downtown LA Law Group called her “Erin Brockovich” for her work helping…