Chad Bianco takes early lead in 2026 California governor’s race, poll shows
A new Berkeley IGS/LA Times poll finds Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco leading California’s 2026 governor’s race with 13%, narrowly ahead of Democrat Katie Porter at 11%. Nearly half of voters—44%—remain undecided.
A new Berkeley IGS/LA Times poll finds Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco leading California’s 2026 governor’s race with 13%, narrowly ahead of Democrat Katie Porter at 11%. Nearly half of voters—44%—remain undecided.
Retired pilot warns gov't shutdown could ground holiday travel if not resolved
Retired airline captain Ross “Rusty” Aimer said air travel remains safe despite the government shutdown, crediting pilots, flight attendants, and air traffic controllers for maintaining high standards under pressure. However, he warned that if the shutdown continues, flight cancellations could worsen.
Retired airline captain Ross “Rusty” Aimer said air travel remains safe despite the government shutdown, crediting pilots, flight attendants, and air traffic controllers for maintaining high standards under pressure. However, he warned that if the shutdown continues, flight cancellations could worsen.
US airlines cancel 1,000 flights
Mass cancelations began Friday under the FAA's order to reduce air traffic amid the government shutdown.
Mass cancelations began Friday under the FAA's order to reduce air traffic amid the government shutdown.
Naked intruder shot dead in Studio City
A homeowner took matters into his own hands when a naked man broke into his house.
A homeowner took matters into his own hands when a naked man broke into his house.
Trump ordered to fully fund SNAP, Californians wake up to full EBT cards
Many Californians were waking up Friday to good news: Their EBT food assistance cards were full.
Many Californians were waking up Friday to good news: Their EBT food assistance cards were full.
LAPD investigating deadly trespass shooting
An alleged homeowner was shot and killed in Studio City on Friday morning, officials said.
An alleged homeowner was shot and killed in Studio City on Friday morning, officials said.
IRS direct deposit relief payment in November? Here’s what we know
Rumors continue swirling online about IRS relief payments landing in bank accounts by November or year’s end — but are they true?
Rumors continue swirling online about IRS relief payments landing in bank accounts by November or year’s end — but are they true?
Trial date set for Palisades Fire suspect
Jonathan Rinderknecht's trial is set to begin on April 21, 2026.
Jonathan Rinderknecht's trial is set to begin on April 21, 2026.
Politicians dealing with fallout from flight cuts
The new FAA flight reductions are a huge concern in Washington.
The new FAA flight reductions are a huge concern in Washington.
Flight reductions begin nationwide amid shutdown
Flying will now be even worse as flight reductions hit airports across the nation.
Flying will now be even worse as flight reductions hit airports across the nation.
Police chase suspect falls in hole trying to run
A police chase suspect fell in a 30-foot hole after they tried to run from the cops.
A police chase suspect fell in a 30-foot hole after they tried to run from the cops.
Blue Plate Oysterette in Santa Monica closing
Blue Plate Oysterette, a beloved fixture on Ocean Avenue for 16 years, will permanently close its doors on January 2026.
Blue Plate Oysterette, a beloved fixture on Ocean Avenue for 16 years, will permanently close its doors on January 2026.
LAX flights among U.S. airports being cut
Flights leaving LAX are being cut or canceled in the wake of the ongoing government shutdown.
Flights leaving LAX are being cut or canceled in the wake of the ongoing government shutdown.
GRAPHIC: Dog found mutilated in Los Angeles
A dog is recovering after he was brutally mutilated in Los Angeles.
A dog is recovering after he was brutally mutilated in Los Angeles.
Dogs burned, mutilated, stuffed in trash bags
Animal rescuers in Los Angeles are discovering dogs that have been burned, mutilated, or stuffed into trash bags and suitcases near homeless encampments.
Animal rescuers in Los Angeles are discovering dogs that have been burned, mutilated, or stuffed into trash bags and suitcases near homeless encampments.
Elderly man killed in home invasion
A suspect was arrested after killing an elderly man and brutally attacking his wife during a home invasion in Murrieta.
A suspect was arrested after killing an elderly man and brutally attacking his wife during a home invasion in Murrieta.
Investigation continues into deadly UPS plane crash
Newly released video shows the moments a UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville. The death toll has climbed to 12 and nine people remain missing. Investigators hope the plane's black box provides some answers.
Newly released video shows the moments a UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville. The death toll has climbed to 12 and nine people remain missing. Investigators hope the plane's black box provides some answers.
Calls grow for CA insurance commissioner to resign
Those impacted by the Eaton and Palisades fires are now calling on State Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara to step down from his position.
Those impacted by the Eaton and Palisades fires are now calling on State Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara to step down from his position.
Flights to be cut at LAX, other CA airports
Starting Friday, five California airports, including LAX, will see a 10% reduction in flights as a result of the government shutdown. The FAA says the cuts are necessary to ensure travel safety.
Starting Friday, five California airports, including LAX, will see a 10% reduction in flights as a result of the government shutdown. The FAA says the cuts are necessary to ensure travel safety.
Community colleges say food pantries overwhelmed
Campuses in the Los Angeles Community College District report their food pantries are overwhelmed due to increased student needs following the end of SNAP funding.
Campuses in the Los Angeles Community College District report their food pantries are overwhelmed due to increased student needs following the end of SNAP funding.