Debate over proposed $77 million Santa Monica affordable housing project
A shuttered pet store at Wilshire Boulevard and 14th Street has become the center of a growing controversy as plans move forward to redevelop the site into an eight-story affordable housing complex.
A shuttered pet store at Wilshire Boulevard and 14th Street has become the center of a growing controversy as plans move forward to redevelop the site into an eight-story affordable housing complex.
Southern California gas prices surge to $5.56 as regional averages hit 2023 high
A county-by-county breakdown of Southern California gas prices as Los Angeles and Orange County reach their highest levels since 2023.
A county-by-county breakdown of Southern California gas prices as Los Angeles and Orange County reach their highest levels since 2023.
California passed a law to curb spikes in gas prices. Why isn’t it using those powers now?
California regulators have delayed a landmark gas price-gouging law until 2029, leaving the state without profit-cap tools during the current 2026 oil shock.
California regulators have delayed a landmark gas price-gouging law until 2029, leaving the state without profit-cap tools during the current 2026 oil shock.
Taxpayer-funded housing project still unfinished
A city project meant to quickly turn a hotel into housing for people experiencing homelessness has stretched into a years-long construction effort — with nearly $20 million now tied to the development
A city project meant to quickly turn a hotel into housing for people experiencing homelessness has stretched into a years-long construction effort — with nearly $20 million now tied to the development
FBI warns California of possible Iranian drone attack
An FBI bulletin reportedly warns that Iran aspired to launch a surprise drone attack against California targets from a vessel at sea following U.S.-Israeli military strikes.
An FBI bulletin reportedly warns that Iran aspired to launch a surprise drone attack against California targets from a vessel at sea following U.S.-Israeli military strikes.
OC extends candidate filing deadline for three primary offices
Orange County officials have extended the June primary filing deadline to Wednesday for the 38th Congressional and 68th/72nd Assembly districts.
Orange County officials have extended the June primary filing deadline to Wednesday for the 38th Congressional and 68th/72nd Assembly districts.
Villanueva challenges Luna as LA County primary field takes shape
Former Sheriff Alex Villanueva joins eight challengers filing to run against Robert Luna in the June 2 LA County primary election.
Former Sheriff Alex Villanueva joins eight challengers filing to run against Robert Luna in the June 2 LA County primary election.
'Bye Girl!' What California Gov. Newsom said about Kristi Noem's departure
It didn't take long for California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his fiery social media team to weigh in on President Trump firing Kristi Noem on Thursday from the head of the Department of Homeland Security. “BYE GIRL!" Newsom shared on X.
It didn't take long for California Gov. Gavin Newsom and his fiery social media team to weigh in on President Trump firing Kristi Noem on Thursday from the head of the Department of Homeland Security. “BYE GIRL!" Newsom shared on X.
Crowded Democratic race for California Governor
Is the Democratic side of the race for California Governor getting too crowded? The California Democratic Party's chair claims it might give Republican candidates an edge come Nov. 2026.
Is the Democratic side of the race for California Governor getting too crowded? The California Democratic Party's chair claims it might give Republican candidates an edge come Nov. 2026.
California Democratic chair warns crowded governor race could hand GOP a top-two win
California Democratic Party Chair Rusty Hicks is calling on gubernatorial candidates to reassess their viability amid a crowded primary field, warning that too many Democrats in the race could result in two Republicans advancing to the general election.
California Democratic Party Chair Rusty Hicks is calling on gubernatorial candidates to reassess their viability amid a crowded primary field, warning that too many Democrats in the race could result in two Republicans advancing to the general election.
Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California
The Supreme Court temporarily blocked a California law that prevents schools from notifying parents if students change their pronouns or gender expression.
The Supreme Court temporarily blocked a California law that prevents schools from notifying parents if students change their pronouns or gender expression.
Last-minute arrest blocks release of serial child predator granted parole in California
David Allen Funston, a convicted child predator, remains in custody after Placer County issued a new arrest warrant, halting his scheduled parole release.
David Allen Funston, a convicted child predator, remains in custody after Placer County issued a new arrest warrant, halting his scheduled parole release.
Public Storage moving headquarters from California to Texas after 50+ years
Public Storage is moving its corporate headquarters from Glendale, California, to Frisco, Texas, citing talent depth and digital innovation.
Public Storage is moving its corporate headquarters from Glendale, California, to Frisco, Texas, citing talent depth and digital innovation.
Gov. Newsom 'bans' Kid Rock from California
Gov. Gavin Newsom has apparently seen enough.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has apparently seen enough.
Newsom dubs Trump as 'temporary' during global climate address
California Governor Gavin Newsom used the Munich Security Conference to critique President Donald Trump’s climate policy and announce a new economic partnership with Ukraine.
California Governor Gavin Newsom used the Munich Security Conference to critique President Donald Trump’s climate policy and announce a new economic partnership with Ukraine.
Newsom announces 29,000 arrests in sweeping crackdown on organized retail theft
California Governor Gavin Newsom reports 29,060 arrests and $226 million in recovered goods in a massive two-year crackdown on organized retail theft.
California Governor Gavin Newsom reports 29,060 arrests and $226 million in recovered goods in a massive two-year crackdown on organized retail theft.
Internal records show Bass asserted 'ultimate authority' over post-Palisades Fire messaging
Internal emails suggest Mayor Karen Bass directed the LAFD’s media strategy following the 2025 Palisades Fire after-action report.
Internal emails suggest Mayor Karen Bass directed the LAFD’s media strategy following the 2025 Palisades Fire after-action report.
Pam Bondi makes 'crime' claims about Culver City; Mayor says stats say otherwise. Locals also disagree with AG
Some residents called Bondi’s remarks about crime in Culver City an insult and a deflection, arguing the focus should have remained on the Epstein files.
Some residents called Bondi’s remarks about crime in Culver City an insult and a deflection, arguing the focus should have remained on the Epstein files.
California expands wildfire survivor mortgage relief to $100,000
Governor Newsom has expanded the CalAssist Mortgage Fund to provide $100,000 in mortgage relief grants for California fire survivors and increases income eligibility.
Governor Newsom has expanded the CalAssist Mortgage Fund to provide $100,000 in mortgage relief grants for California fire survivors and increases income eligibility.
Report exposes new ICE hubs near California schools, clinics — See where
Federal records obtained by WIRED reveal a massive ICE expansion across California, with new offices appearing near schools and sensitive locations.
Federal records obtained by WIRED reveal a massive ICE expansion across California, with new offices appearing near schools and sensitive locations.