Firefighters past and present urged to register with the CDC's National Firefighter Registry for Cancer
Due to the nature of the job, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) says firefighters have a higher risk of being diagnosed with cancer. The National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer is working to better understand the link between firefighting and cancer and is asking firefighters past and present to join the NFR.
Due to the nature of the job, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) says firefighters have a higher risk of being diagnosed with cancer. The National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer is working to better understand the link between firefighting and cancer and is asking firefighters past and present to join the NFR.
Nurses strikes surge across Southern California hospitals; thousands join picket lines
Multiple nurses strikes are impacting Southern California hospitals, including Kaiser Permanente, Providence Tarzana, and West Anaheim Medical Center, over alleged staffing and safety concerns.
Multiple nurses strikes are impacting Southern California hospitals, including Kaiser Permanente, Providence Tarzana, and West Anaheim Medical Center, over alleged staffing and safety concerns.
Dodgers’ Alex Vesia opens up about heartbreaking loss of first child
Alex and Kayla Vesia's daughter, Sterling Sol, died in late October during the 2025 World Series.
Alex and Kayla Vesia's daughter, Sterling Sol, died in late October during the 2025 World Series.
Popular weight-loss drugs linked to rare 'pirate disease,' researchers warn
Researchers are raising flags about GLP-1 weight-loss medications potentially increasing the risk of a rare disease.
Researchers are raising flags about GLP-1 weight-loss medications potentially increasing the risk of a rare disease.
USDA: Ground beef distributed in California recalled due to possible e-coli contamination
More than 22,000 pounds of ground beef has been recalled due to possible E. coli contamination.
More than 22,000 pounds of ground beef has been recalled due to possible E. coli contamination.
Kaiser pharmacy, lab workers end three-day strike as 31,000 nurses remain on picket lines
Over 3,000 Kaiser Permanente pharmacy and lab workers in Southern California ended a three-day strike Thursday while 31,000 nurses continue an open-ended walkout.
Over 3,000 Kaiser Permanente pharmacy and lab workers in Southern California ended a three-day strike Thursday while 31,000 nurses continue an open-ended walkout.
CDC issues urgent travel alert as virus outbreak hits exclusive sunny islands destination
A group of exclusive sunny islands are on alert as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued an urgent warning of a virus outbreak.
A group of exclusive sunny islands are on alert as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued an urgent warning of a virus outbreak.
James Van Der Beek dies following battle with colon cancer
James Van Der Beek, a television star known for “Dawson’s Creek" and “Varsity Blues," has died at 48 following health struggles.
James Van Der Beek, a television star known for “Dawson’s Creek" and “Varsity Blues," has died at 48 following health struggles.
Kaiser strike: Pharmacy, lab workers join picket lines as nurses enter 3rd week
Pharmacy and lab employees have joined 31,000 nurses in an expanding labor dispute over staffing and wages.
Pharmacy and lab employees have joined 31,000 nurses in an expanding labor dispute over staffing and wages.
Landmark social media addiction trial
The landmark social media addiction trial begins in Los Angeles.
The landmark social media addiction trial begins in Los Angeles.
Lawsuit challenges Meta, Google over claims they engineered addiction in children's brains
A landmark Los Angeles trial begins as attorney Mark Lanier accuses Meta and Google of intentionally designing addictive social media platforms that harm minors.
A landmark Los Angeles trial begins as attorney Mark Lanier accuses Meta and Google of intentionally designing addictive social media platforms that harm minors.
Catherine O’Hara’s cause of death revealed
Catherine O'Hara's cause of death was released on Monday.
Catherine O'Hara's cause of death was released on Monday.
Measles alert: Disneyland now linked to 2 confirmed cases
Orange County health officials warn of potential measles exposure at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure on January 22, 2026.
Orange County health officials warn of potential measles exposure at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure on January 22, 2026.
'Full House' star Dave Coulier warns Americans not to ignore cancer signs
“Full House” star Dave Coulier says early cancer detection saved his life twice, revealing he is now in complete remission after battling two separate cancers in the past two years.
“Full House” star Dave Coulier says early cancer detection saved his life twice, revealing he is now in complete remission after battling two separate cancers in the past two years.
Brad Arnold, founding member and voice of 3 Doors Down, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, founding member and lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with kidney cancer.
Brad Arnold, founding member and lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with kidney cancer.
Repackaged M&M's recall: Thousands of products pulled in 20 states over undeclared allergen, FDA says
The new M&M’s recall affects repackaged peanut candies distributed in multiple states including Arizona, California, Florida, and New York.
The new M&M’s recall affects repackaged peanut candies distributed in multiple states including Arizona, California, Florida, and New York.
TrumpRx: Trump administration launches site for discounted prescription drugs
The Trump administration on Thursday launched TrumpRx, a website officials say will help patients buy certain prescription drugs at discounted prices at a time when health care costs remain a top concern for many Americans.
The Trump administration on Thursday launched TrumpRx, a website officials say will help patients buy certain prescription drugs at discounted prices at a time when health care costs remain a top concern for many Americans.
HIV epidemic explodes in popular honeymoon destination as crystal meth use surges
A popular honeymoon destination is the site of the Pacific’s fastest-growing HIV epidemic, with officials pointing to rising meth use as a key driver.
A popular honeymoon destination is the site of the Pacific’s fastest-growing HIV epidemic, with officials pointing to rising meth use as a key driver.
Costco recalls popular baked good sold in California: What to know
The recall affects customers in 22 states, including California, who purchased the popular baked good in January 2026.
The recall affects customers in 22 states, including California, who purchased the popular baked good in January 2026.
Measles alert: Disneyland, LAX, and Woodland Hills listed as exposure sites
An international traveler arrived in Los Angeles last week and visited Disneyland, Disney’s California Adventure Park and a restaurant at a Disney hotel in Anaheim on Wednesday, officials said.
An international traveler arrived in Los Angeles last week and visited Disneyland, Disney’s California Adventure Park and a restaurant at a Disney hotel in Anaheim on Wednesday, officials said.