Pink cleats are everywhere at the World Cup; here's why

Why is every player wearing pink cleats at the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Here's why the bold trend has taken over soccer's biggest stage.

Free World Cup watch parties across LA, Orange counties for Thursday matches

Discover where to watch Thursday's World Cup matches for free in Los Angeles and Orange counties, including schedules, rules, and location details.

ICE detains South LA honor student day after high school graduation

Wilbur Urbina Garcia, an 18-year-old honors graduate from South LA, faces deportation after being detained by ICE during a routine check-in following his graduation.

Special Olympian barred from USA Games after sensory outburst; family alleges discrimination

The family of Special Olympics swimmer Gilbert Valenzuela is accusing the organization of discrimination after he was banned from the USA Games following a disability-related verbal outburst.

What's open and closed on Juneteenth 2026

Juneteenth occurs on Friday, June 19, which means some business operations will be impacted by the holiday. Here’s what to expect in your area.

How to watch today’s FIFA World Cup 2026 matches: Thursday, June 18

It's day eight of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with four matches taking place in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico!  Today's matches are Czechia vs South Africa, Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada vs Qatar, and Mexico vs South Korea.

Victor Glover reflects on family, Artemis II mission
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Astronaut Victor Glover returned to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, his alma mater, for a sold-out speech and a rare one-on-one interview about his historic Artemis 11 mission. Joined by two of his daughters, Glover reflected on family, science and the heartfelt message he shared during the mission’s lunar flyby.

Significant progress in Boyle Heights fire
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Firefighters have made major progress in containing the warehouse fire that eventually drew an ammonia leak scare in Boyle Heights. Nearby residents are being asked to stay inside as part of a shelter-in-place order.

New California laws taking effect July 1, 2026

A wave of new laws hits California on July 1. From minimum wage hikes and school cell phone bans to stricter rules for self-driving robotaxis, here is what is changing in your community.

Daveigh Chase dies; actress was known ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ ‘The Ring’: Report

Daveigh Chase, the former child actress who captivated audiences in "Lilo & Stitch" and terrified moviegoers in "The Ring," has reportedly died at 35.

Edwards Air Force Base releases names of 8 crew members killed in B-52 bomber crash

Edwards Air Force Base has released the names of the eight victims killed when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a radar modernization test flight on Monday.

Floyd Mayweather facing felony charges for passing bad checks

Floyd Mayweather faces two felony charges alleging that he wrote a bad check to purchase a luxury watch at a Las Vegas store.

Pursuit suspect facing attempted murder charges after wild crash at DTLA McDonald's

A high-speed police chase from Culver City to downtown Los Angeles ended at a McDonald's drive-thru, leaving a police officer and several pedestrians injured.

King tides flood Malibu campground, prompting emergency response

An exceptional king tide flooded portions of the Thornhill Broome Campground in Malibu, forcing an emergency response amid regional beach hazard warnings.

Father's Day 2026 food deals and discounts

Father's Day is a special time to show appreciation and love for all the fathers in our lives. To help you celebrate, many restaurants and eateries are offering enticing free Father's Day deals and discounts.

How to watch today’s FIFA World Cup 2026 matches: Wednesday, June 17

It's day seven of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with four matches taking place in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico! Portugal takes on Congo DR, England goes up against Croatia, Ghana takes on Panama, and Uzbekistan takes on Colombia.