LA mayoral candidates meet in first public forum

Four candidates in next year's Los Angeles mayoral election appeared in their first public forum together Sunday.

USC student killed while walking near campus, police say illegal street racing is to blame

A USC student was struck by vehicle and killed while crossing a street near campus, two motorists have been detained and police believe illegal street racing is to blame. 

One of three suspects shot dead during attempted robbery in South LA

An attempted robbery in South Los Angeles quickly went sideways when three men in their 20s pulled up in a vehicle and tried to rob a man in his 50s, only to have one of them drop his handgun, allowing the victim to shoot dead one of the perpetrators, authorities said Saturday.

French bulldog allegedly stolen from woman in Hollywood
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A family is asking for the public's help in finding their beloved French bulldog who was allegedly stolen at gunpoint in Hollywood.

Health officials warn of possible winter surge
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As LA County reports new cases of the omicron variant, health officials fear we may see a surge of COVID-19 cases this winter.

LA County confirms two more cases of COVID omicron variant, including local transmission

The LA County Department of Public Health confirmed two more cases of the COVID-19 omicron variant Friday. One case was from a traveler to Africa, the other a case of local transmission.

YouTube personality Zach King sued by former producer for sexual harassment, retaliation

Elisabeth Logan, a former producer for YouTube personality and illusionist Zach King, is suing her ex-boss. She says King portrays himself as having a "Christian persona," but in reality is a "gifted liar" and "narcissist."

LAUSD may delay COVID vaccine mandate enforcement until Fall 2022

The district's mandate currently requires all students 12 and up to receive their second COVID vaccine dose by Dec. 19. The board will meet next week to decide whether to delay enforcement of the mandate to next Fall.

Second former UCLA gynecologist accused of sexually abusing a student

A second UCLA gynecologist has been accused of sexually abusing a student, according to a recent lawsuit filing. Dr. Edward Wiesmeier was the assistant vice chancellor for UCLA Student Health from 1981 until 2006. 

California mandatory composting program begins in January

Starting in January, food waste and other organic materials will have to be separated from regular trash. Cities that refuse to comply could eventually be fined up to $10,000 per day.

Ye, Drake to perform at Coliseum benefit concert Thursday

Rappers Ye and Drake are holding a benefit concert at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Thursday. The show looks to raise awareness and support for Larry Hoover an imprisoned Chicago gang leader.

Light rain and cool temps hit SoCal, with gusty winds to follow

Rainfall amounts are expected to be light, with forecasters predicting a quarter-inch or less in most areas, although up to a half-inch is possible in the eastern San Gabriel Mountains. A bigger storm is expected to hit the region next week.

LAPD Detective compares Los Angeles to 'The Purge' due to rise in crime

In an appearance on FOX News Monday, Los Angeles Police Department detective Jamie McBride said he's warning people not to visit Los Angeles because of the recent crime spike, comparing the city to the movie The Purge.

LA Council members seek independent redistricting commission

Two LA City Council members are seeking to start an independent commission for the redistricting of the city's 15 districts.

LA city councilman seeks return of cash bail for non-violent felonies, misdemeanors

Los Angeles City Councilman Joe Buscaino said the suspension of cash bail has "created a free-for-all environment where criminals are charged one day and released the next."

Los Angeles has the 6th worst traffic in the US, study finds

A new study found Los Angeles is the sixth most congested city in America. According to the group INRIX, Angelenos spent an average of 62 hours in traffic in 2021.