New COVID variant symptoms: 'Razor blade throat' and what you need to know
Also known as "Nimbus," the new COVID variant NB.1.8.1 is characterized by its extremely painful sore throat, described as "razor blade throat."
Americans rated this steakhouse highest among all restaurants for 2025
Satisfaction at sit-down restaurants dropped slightly over the last year, but one restaurant continues to take the crown.
Home Chef, Marketside brand recalls pasta sold at Walmart, Kroger stores
The listeria outbreak in multiple states has killed three people and led to one pregnancy loss, according to federal health officials.
Juneteenth 2025: What's open and closed
Juneteenth, observed on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in the United States were informed of their freedom in Galveston, Texas.
Social Security's 2026 COLA: Recipients could get more money next year
Social Security recipients’ monthly checks could be higher than originally thought next year with the cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA.
Long Beach approves public drinking in downtown 'entertainment zone'
Long Beach joins Santa Monica in launching a new "entertainment zone" where alcohol rules will be loosened.
Trump gives 36 countries Wednesday deadline to avoid travel ban
The Trump administration is giving the countries a deadline to improve their vetting of travel requirements or face a ban on their citizens visiting the U.S.
Video showing ICE takedown of US citizen in Pico Rivera parking lot sparks community outrage
Witnesses expressed shock and fear over the show of force, with one person saying, “It’s like we are in a war zone in our own communities, bringing out rifles."
LA ICE protests, Day 13: Federal raids draw more protests
Los Angeles may have turned a page on emergency curfew orders, but protests appear far from over as federal raids continue in Southern California. Also, President Trump has deployed more troops to the area.
Florida man posed as flight attendant to score dozens of free flights: officials
Convicted fraudster posed as flight attendant to score 34 free flights across multiple airlines
Nezza says she doesn't regret National Anthem in Spanish at Dodger Stadium
After Nezza sang the National Anthem in Spanish at Dodger Stadium on Saturday, the singer said she'd do it again, "a million times."
LA Archbishop criticizes Trump administration for having 'no immigration policy,' only 'punishment'
In his weekly column, Archbishop José Gomez called for a "new national conversation about immigration."
Additional National Guard troops being deployed to LA, Dept. of Defense says
According to the department, by direction of the Secretary of Defense, the troops were activated in a Title 10 status to support the protection of federal functions, personnel, and property in the LA area.
LA ICE protests have cost the city nearly $20 million: See the numbers
After two weeks of protests, the City of Los Angeles has released a breakdown of the financial toll.
Tyler Perry hit with $260M lawsuit over alleged sexual harassment, retaliation
Derek Dixon has filed a $260 million lawsuit against Tyler Perry, alleging sexual harassment, assault, and retaliation.
Anne Burrell, Food Network celebrity chef, dies at 55
Anne Burrell was known for her spiky platinum hair and fun-loving personality.
California stands to lose $278 billion without undocumented workers: report
A new report has found that the economic impact of the federal government’s mass deportations in California could result in a loss of more than $278 billion for the Golden State.
R. Kelly hospitalized after near-fatal overdose in prison, attorney claims it was plot to kill him
"At the hospital, Mr. Kelly learned that he had been administered an overdose quantity of his medications that threatened his life. He required hospitalization for two days to treat it," R. Kelly's attorneys said.
LA man sues LASD, alleging flashbang injury at "No Kings protest" led to amputation
Sergio Espejo, 33, a data engineer, claims a flashbang device struck him and detonated during the "No Kings" protest in DTLA, resulting in the loss of a finger.
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals hears Trump v. Newsom over use of National Guard
A panel of three appellate judges in San Francisco heard arguments by attorneys for President Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday, over whether the president has the authority to send in the National Guard to Los Angeles without the governor's consent.