Controversial new guidelines say there’s no need to cut back on red meat, prompting criticism
The conclusions were swiftly attacked by a group of prominent U.S. scientists who took the unusual step of trying to stop publication until their criticisms were addressed.
The conclusions were swiftly attacked by a group of prominent U.S. scientists who took the unusual step of trying to stop publication until their criticisms were addressed.
Second phase of 'Straws on Request' goes into effect Tuesday
Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O'Farrell and the city's Bureau of Sanitation will remind all restaurant managers that starting Tuesday they will be required to withhold plastic straws unless a customer requests them.
Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch O'Farrell and the city's Bureau of Sanitation will remind all restaurant managers that starting Tuesday they will be required to withhold plastic straws unless a customer requests them.
FDA cautions pet owners against dog food brand after sample shows salmonella and listeria
The FDA said Performance Dog raw pet food represents "a serious threat to human and animal health."
The FDA said Performance Dog raw pet food represents "a serious threat to human and animal health."
Forever 21 files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Forever 21, Inc., a Lincoln Heights-based clothing chain, filed for bankruptcy protection under chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code Sunday.
Forever 21, Inc., a Lincoln Heights-based clothing chain, filed for bankruptcy protection under chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code Sunday.
SoCal average gas prices top $4 for first time since May
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County topped $4 for the first time since May, recording the largest daily increase since July 15, 2015, 7.2 cents.
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County topped $4 for the first time since May, recording the largest daily increase since July 15, 2015, 7.2 cents.
Average L.A. County gas price records largest daily increase since 2015, rising 6.9 cents overnight
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County Friday recorded its largest daily increase since July 15, 2015, rising 6.9 cents to $3.97.
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County Friday recorded its largest daily increase since July 15, 2015, rising 6.9 cents to $3.97.
More generic Zantac tablets recalled due to concerns over carcinogen levels
Apotex Corp. issued a voluntary recall of ranitidine tablets, a generic form of Zantac meant to treat heartburn, over concerns that the tablets may contain too much of a probable human carcinogen.
Apotex Corp. issued a voluntary recall of ranitidine tablets, a generic form of Zantac meant to treat heartburn, over concerns that the tablets may contain too much of a probable human carcinogen.
FTC sues Match.com owner for connecting users to fake accounts, tricking consumers into upgrading
The Federal Trade Commission is sueing the online dating conglomerate Match Group, Inc., owner of Match.com, Tinder, OKCupid and PlentyOfFish for misleading hundreds of thousands of users by connecting them with fake love interests in order to get users to pay for its Match.com service.
The Federal Trade Commission is sueing the online dating conglomerate Match Group, Inc., owner of Match.com, Tinder, OKCupid and PlentyOfFish for misleading hundreds of thousands of users by connecting them with fake love interests in order to get users to pay for its Match.com service.
Spam serves up new limited-edition pumpkin spice-flavor for fall; already sold out online
Pumpkin lovers rejoice! You can now enjoy the delicious fall taste in a whole new way.
Pumpkin lovers rejoice! You can now enjoy the delicious fall taste in a whole new way.
Marshalls launches first-ever online store
Marshalls, popular discount retail store, has officially launched its first-ever online store.
Marshalls, popular discount retail store, has officially launched its first-ever online store.
Dry shampoo explodes inside woman’s car, shattering sunroof and cracking center console
Dry shampoo users, beware. A woman is warning people to be careful with aerosol cans after a dry shampoo canister exploded in her daughter’s car.
Dry shampoo users, beware. A woman is warning people to be careful with aerosol cans after a dry shampoo canister exploded in her daughter’s car.
Recall of blood pressure medications expanded for 5th time due to possible cancer risk
Federal health officials said a recall for medication used to treat high blood pressure has been expanded for a fifth time after trace amounts of a possible cancer-causing substance were detected.
Federal health officials said a recall for medication used to treat high blood pressure has been expanded for a fifth time after trace amounts of a possible cancer-causing substance were detected.
Most young kids shouldn’t drink plant-based milk, new guidelines say
Most children younger than 5 years of age should avoid drinking plant-based milk, including almond, rice and oat blends, according to new health guidelines released by four of the nation’s leading health organizations.
Most children younger than 5 years of age should avoid drinking plant-based milk, including almond, rice and oat blends, according to new health guidelines released by four of the nation’s leading health organizations.
2 arrested, $900K in electronics and gift cards seized in 'well-organized' nationwide phone scam
Two women were arrested and nearly $1 million in electronics, gift cards and other items were seized in a "well-organized" nationwide scam in which the suspects allegedly impersonated IRS workers, authorities said.
Two women were arrested and nearly $1 million in electronics, gift cards and other items were seized in a "well-organized" nationwide scam in which the suspects allegedly impersonated IRS workers, authorities said.
Walmart to stop selling e-cigarettes amid vaping-related illnesses and deaths
Walmart will stop selling e-cigarettes at its U.S. locations amid growing “regulatory complexity” and “uncertainty” regarding the products that have recently come under scrutiny, according to a company memo.
Walmart will stop selling e-cigarettes at its U.S. locations amid growing “regulatory complexity” and “uncertainty” regarding the products that have recently come under scrutiny, according to a company memo.
National Pepperoni Pizza Day: Where to snag deals on your favorite slice
If you needed a good excuse for a cheat day, National Pepperoni Pizza Day is Friday, and it might just be the alibi you’ve been looking for to enjoy your favorite slice.
If you needed a good excuse for a cheat day, National Pepperoni Pizza Day is Friday, and it might just be the alibi you’ve been looking for to enjoy your favorite slice.
Shoppers expected to spend $1.1T at US retailers this holiday season
U.S. retailers are on track for a big holiday, according to an annual survey from Deloitte.
U.S. retailers are on track for a big holiday, according to an annual survey from Deloitte.
General Mills issues nationwide recall for Gold Medal flour due to E. Coli risk
General Mills has issued a nationwide recall on five-pound bags of its Gold Medal Unbleached All Purpose Flour due to the risk of a potentially deadly form of E. coli, the company and U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced.
General Mills has issued a nationwide recall on five-pound bags of its Gold Medal Unbleached All Purpose Flour due to the risk of a potentially deadly form of E. coli, the company and U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced.
Walmart offering gift cards in first-ever car seat trade-in until end of September
Good news, parents! Now is the perfect time to recycle car seats that are no longer being used in exchange for gift cards.
Good news, parents! Now is the perfect time to recycle car seats that are no longer being used in exchange for gift cards.
Venmo app scam targeting users, police warn
Police are warning Venmo users of a new scam that is targeting the popular mobile payment app.
Police are warning Venmo users of a new scam that is targeting the popular mobile payment app.