Truckers stage convoy around Port of LA to protest contractor issues

The action comes two weeks after the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal by the California Trucking Association challenging a state law that limits companies' use of independent contractors in favor of treating them as employees.

Trucker protest blocks traffic in Carson
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A group of truckers protesting a state law limiting the use of independent-contractor drivers held a convoy protest through the Los Angeles-Long Beach port complex Wednesday, snarling some traffic in the area.

Juneteenth: Where to celebrate in Southern California

From special movie screenings to concerts to job fairs, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Juneteenth across Southern California.

Man killed, bystander injured in Carson shooting

A man in his late 20s was fatally wounded in Carson, where a bystander also suffered gunshot wounds and was listed in stable condition at a hospital, authorities said Sunday.

Ford recalls 350K vehicles: Certain SUVs impacted for fire risk, heavy-duty trucks for airbag issue

The owners of 350,000 Ford vehicles are being asked to take them in for repairs as part of three recalls, including some Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators, Mustang Mach-E SUVs, and more.

$100K reward offered for info on drive-by shooting death of LAPD officer’s son

The city of Carson is offering a $100,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of a person in connection with a January drive-by shooting that claimed the life of a man.

Mother's Day Milestone: Nonprofit helps woman who lived on streets move into apartment

A woman previously living on the streets will be able to celebrate Mother's Day under the roof of her own apartment with her two kids thanks to a local nonprofit.

LAPD motorcycle officer hit in Carson while on his way to work

An LAPD motorcycle officer was rushed to a hospital after he was struck by a car in Carson Tuesday morning, officials said.

LAPD motorcycle officer hit in Carson
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An LAPD motorcycle officer was hit in Carson on the morning of April 26.

Multiple shootings, carjackings, kidnapping, lead to hostage situation in Long Beach

Police investigators in Long Beach determined that a suspect who was involved in multiple shootings, carjackings, and a kidnapping, leading to a hostage situation, died from self-inflicted gunshot wounds.

Suspect dies after reports of carjacking in Long Beach
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A suspect is dead after reports of a carjacking in Long Beach. Police were investigating if he was linked to other crimes in the area.

Raw sewage spill: Some beaches reopen in Los Angeles and Orange counties after days-long closure

Several beaches in Los Angeles and Orange counties will remain closed to water activities due to a raw sewage spill in the Dominguez Channel estimated at up to 8.5 million gallons.

Warehouse fire blamed for foul odor in Carson
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The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued violation notices to Los Angeles County and four companies following a probe into a noxious smell coming from decaying organic material in the Dominguez Channel.

Violations issued to LA County and companies over foul odor in Carson area

Thousands of residents from Carson, West Carson and portions of Gardena, Torrance, Redondo Beach, Wilmington and Long Beach have reported the noxious rotting-egg-like smell. Many have complained of headaches, burning eyes, nausea and other discomfort.