9 hurt after minivan plows into crowd in downtown LA
The circumstances surrounding the crash are under investigation.
Big changes ahead for FIDM amid merger with ASU
Los Angeles has its own grip on the fashion industry and now, there are major changes coming to the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising.
Starbucks ordered to pay $50 million after hot tea spilled onto man's lap, causing 3rd degree burns
According to an attorney with Trial Lawyers for Justice, an unsecured 180+ degrees hot tea fell onto the lap of Michael Garcia at a Starbucks drive-through in Los Angeles on Feb. 8, 2020.
Ryan Wedding, ex-Olympian-turned drug kingpin, added to FBI 10 Most Wanted Fugitives list
The FBI has named Canadian ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding as one of America’s top 10 most-wanted fugitives. Wedding is accused of ordering murders in Ontario to protect his drug empire.
Woman injured on Harry Potter ride at Universal Studios Hollywood awarded $7.25 million
The 74-year-old Arizona woman suffered a spine injury when she fell a fall while exiting the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass ousts fire chief over deadly wildfires
Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley has been let go effective immediately, Mayor Karen Bass announced Friday.
Teen stabbed at LA student protest over Trump's immigration policies
A teen was stabbed during a student protest in Los Angeles against President Donald Trump's immigration policies. The incident occurred on the sixth day of protests.
Beyoncé 'Cowboy Carter' wins album of the year in 2025 Grammys, first for artist
Beyoncé won album of the year for “Cowboy Carter" at the 2025 Grammys, delivering her — at last — the show’s elusive top award.
Anti-ICE protesters rally in downtown LA against Trump immigration crackdown
Since his inauguration on Jan. 20, Trump has followed through on his campaign promise to dramatically boost deportation of illegal immigrants, with ICE carrying out raids in major cities including Los Angeles and San Diego.
California Lottery player thought he won $1K; turns out he actually won $1M
A California lottery player got a shock of a lifetime when he went to claim what he thought was a $1,000 prize from a winning scratchers ticket. Turns out he was mistaken, and he actually hit the top prize of $1 million.
Bay Area actress receives surprise Oscar nod
Bay Area native Monica Barbaro received her first Oscar nomination on Thursday, in what many, including the star herself, are calling a surprise selection. Her response to the news was emotional.
L.A. fires are an omen that could redefine firefighting preparations
The firestorm swarm in Los Angeles may be an omen of what's to come even before and after the traditional warm weather peak fire season of what's now the fire year.
Southern California wildfires highlight home insurance industry
Insurers, who have reportedly agreed to phase in selling new policies even in fire risk areas, are confronted with massive new claims from clients who lost homes to the L.A. firestorms. But, different insurers pay claims in different and sometimes lesser ways.
East Bay middle school students launch effort to help LA fire survivors
For the past ten days, Bay Area businesses and communities have sprung into action, organizing efforts to help survivors of the L.A. wildfires. Now, a group of East Bay middle school students are taking action, starting with one sixth-grader who organized a donation drive.
Man arrested for impersonating a firefighter in Palisades fire zone
A man was arrested Saturday night in the area of the Palisades Fire who had been impersonating a firefighter, Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna said Sunday morning during a press briefing.
San Francisco SPCA waives puppy adoption fees, opens doors to SoCal animals
As the wildfires in Southern California spreads, hundreds of animals have been separated from their owners, overwhelming shelters in the region. The SF SPCA is trying to clear its shelter, so it can receive adoptable animals from Southern California in the coming days.
Incarcerated firefighters are helping save SoCal—what happens after they get out?
As fires continue to rage across the Los Angeles area, 939 incarcerated firefighters have joined the front lines to support the efforts of local fire crews, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation confirmed to KTVU.
Bay Area continues sending reinforcements to LA as wildfires rage
Two Bay Area fire departments sent crews south to LA to aide in the on-going battle of multiple wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes and left tens of thousands homeless.
Fire weather watch vs. red flag warning: What is the difference?
We've seen reports about Los Angeles County being under "fire weather watch" and "red flag warning." What is the difference?
Bay Area sends more resources to help on-going battle against LA wildfires
Two Bay Area fire departments sent crews south to supplement firefighting efforts on multiple fronts in the battle to gain containment of serveral wildfires burning in the Los Angeles area.