Biracial figure skater advocates for social justice, representation in the sport

His moving performances have glided onto social media feeds. Three years after retiring from the competitive world, professional figure skater Elladj Balde has become a viral sensation — with a modern spin on the sport.

Inaugural poet Amanda Gorman to recite poem about COVID-19 ‘community heroes’ at Super Bowl LV

The NFL has asked Amanda Gorman, the young poet laureate from President Joe Biden’s inauguration, to write a poem about three COVID-19 “community heroes” that are serving as honorary captains at Super Bowl LV.

Inquest into man killed by police gunfire in Willowbrook underway

A coroner's inquest began Jan. 28 into the death of Fred Williams III, who was fatally shot by a sheriff's deputy in October, but the hearing was adjourned for the day when two deputies involved in the case declined to testify.

Former Rep. Katie Hill, ex-husband in restraining order settlement discussions

Lawyers for former congresswoman Katie Hill and her ex-husband told a Los Angeles judge Thursday they are in discussions to settle her allegations of harassment and years of abuse, which led her to obtain a temporary restraining order against him in December.

Man armed with a knife fatally shot by police in South LA

An investigation was underway after a man was shot and killed by police gunfire in South Los Angeles late Wednesday night, officials said. 

Upcoming documentary to showcase Kobe Bryant tribute murals across LA

The documentary, Sincerely Los Angeles, looks to tell the story of the Kobe murals through the eyes of filmmaker Patrick Green.

Return of outdoor dining in Pasadena leaves customers rejoicing
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Outdoor dining is back in Pasadena days before the rest of Los Angeles County's reopening date as the city follows its own health department's guidelines.

Los Angeles City Council supports fast-tracking citizenship for frontline workers

The Los Angeles City Council Tuesday voted to show its support for any legislation that expedites the process for immigrants working on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic to obtain U.S. citizenship.

Los Angeles Marathon rescheduled for fall due to COVID-19 pandemic

The 2021 Los Angeles Marathon was rescheduled for a second time Tuesday due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, with the 36th edition of the annual race now set for sometime in the fall.

Police commission OKs sending mental health teams to answer some emergency calls

The Los Angeles Board of Police Commissioners moved forward Tuesday on a plan to have mental health professionals respond to certain 911 calls as part of a one-year pilot program.

Anonymous donor gives $25 million to Children's Hospital Los Angeles

A $25 million anonymous gift to Children's Hospital Los Angeles will support cognitive, emotional and behavioral health treatments for kids, it was announced Tuesday.

Fans flock to Kobe Bryant murals across Southern California
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Tuesday marks the one-year anniversary of the horrific helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven others.

Ex-LA Councilman Mitch Englander sentenced to 14 months in prison for lying to FBI

Former Los Angeles City Councilman Mitch Englander was sentenced Monday to a year and two months in federal prison for trying to obstruct an investigation into bribery allegations in City Hall politics.

Another winter storm approaching SoCal to bring more rain, snow

Up to a foot of snow fell in Southern California’s mountains as the first in a series of storms moved through California, and another storm is on the way.