Inside the Octagon at the White House

What has been a spectacle to the casual observer over the past few weeks, the massive set built to house one of the year’s biggest sporting events, is set to take place this weekend.

HUD suspends federal funding to LA homelessness agency LAHSA amid fraud probe

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has suspended federal funding to LAHSA over allegations of widespread financial fraud and mismanagement.

Teens on e-bikes storm OC Walmart, sparking safety outrage

Two teenagers riding e-bikes inside a Foothill Ranch Walmart narrowly missed a shopper, fueling an ongoing debate in Orange County over e-bike safety and parental liability.

Henry Ruggs III denied parole after deadly DUI crash
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Ruggs is currently serving a three-to-10-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to felony DUI causing death and misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter for a high-speed 2021 crash that killed 23-year-old Tina Tintor and her dog.

UC considers reinstating standardized testing policies
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UC gained national attention in May 2020 when regents unanimously voted to suspend testing requirements and eliminate them entirely by 2025.

Powerful El Niño could mean wet winter for SoCal
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Typical impacts of El Niño generally include stormier weather in the southern United States -- meaning more rain and snow. It also can lead to increased risk of flooding during high tides on the West Coast. Harmful algae blooms are also a potential effect on the West Coast.

Trump admin cuts funding to LA homeless agency
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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has suspended federal funding to the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, essentially cutting off millions of dollars to the L.A. region, over allegations of fraud and widespread mismanagement.

E-bikers storm Walmart, nearly hit shopper in OC
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A father is speaking out about the dangers of e-bikes after a group of e-bike riders were caught on camera storming an Orange County Walmart.

Meet the USMNT players from California
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There are 26 players on the U.S. Men's National Team, and some of them are from Southern California. 

Third batch of UFO files released by Pentagon

A third batch of declassified UFO files were released by the Pentagon Friday. The latest such release in the Trump administration's new wave of public disclosure of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). 

Pulse Nightclub shooting 10 years later: What happened, victims, Orlando memorial

It has been 10 years since the deadly mass shooting at Pulse Nightclub in downtown Orlando – where 49 men and women were killed, and more than 50 others were hurt, while celebrating Latin Night at the LGBTQ club.

Accused Charlie Kirk killer back in court, lawyers dispute bullet comment

The legal defense team for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk want a judge to hold prosecutors in contempt for comments they made in the media about bullet fragments recovered from Kirk's body.

“8647” etched into National Mall grass under investigation

The U.S. Park Police are investigating after massive numbers reading “8647” appeared etched into the grass on the National Mall, just days before President Donald Trump’s birthday celebrations and a major UFC event planned near the White House.

Iran latest: Trump says US-Iran peace deal could be signed this weekend

After calling off new military strikes on Iran on Thursday, President Donald Trump told reporters a peace deal could be signed by both countries as soon as this weekend.

Los Angeles businesses hoping to win big off-pitch
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Businesses across Southern California are looking to experience the economic boost that comes with the 2026 FIFA World Cup coming to Los Angeles.

Pasadena police release video of officer shooting inside department parking garage

Pasadena police released video showing an officer accidentally shooting another officer in the department’s parking garage during what the chief described as horseplay involving loaded guns.