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Nov 21, 2025

L.A.'s famous 'Hobbit Houses' have a new owner. He calls himself the 'King of Storybook'

The owner of the Witch's House, L.A.'s finest example of Storybook architecture, has purchased an equally fantastical property: the Hobbit Houses.

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Nov 21, 2025

Thai massage therapists find community and mental health support in self-defense classes

Language barriers and stereotypes around their profession make Thai massage therapists especially vulnerable to racialized and gendered violence in the workplace.

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Nov 21, 2025

Even a full reservoir wouldn't have ensured water in Palisades fire, California officials say

During the Palisades fire, a nearby reservoir was empty for repairs. State officials say even if it had been full, the water system would have been quickly overwhelmed.

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Nov 21, 2025

WATCH: Fire breaks out at U.N. climate event in Brazil

A fire broke out at the venue hosting U.N. climate talks in Brazil, prompting evacuations as firefighters rushed to control the flames.

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Nov 21, 2025

Indian fighter jet crashes during a demo flight at Dubai Air Show, killing the pilot

The pilot of an Indian combat plane has died after a crash during a demonstration flight at the Dubai Air Show

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Nov 21, 2025

California regulators approve rules to curb methane leaks and prevent fires at landfills

California air regulators adopted new rules designed to reduce methane leaks and better respond to disastrous underground fires at landfills statewide.

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Nov 20, 2025

Flying without a Real ID? It could cost you $18 and a trip through a new screening process

Airline passengers flying without a Real ID will have to pay $18 to get through security checkpoints.

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Nov 20, 2025

Shaikin: Mayor's take on Dodger Stadium gondola project? We didn't get it in her 21 seconds

The Metro committee approves the revised environmental impact report but Mayor Karen Bass says little in her 21 seconds addressing community members.

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Nov 20, 2025

Driver charged with murder in crash that killed 13-year-old; he had two previous DUI convictions

The driver arrested on suspicion hitting and killing a 13-year-old boy with his car was convicted in two previous DUI cases, according to officials.

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Nov 20, 2025

Another judge rejects ex-Sheriff Alex Villanueva's lawsuit over L.A. County's 'do not rehire' label

A state judge threw out a lawsuit from ex-Sheriff Alex Villanueva claiming L.A. County officials defamed him and violated his rights. It's the third time the claims were dismissed.

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Nov 20, 2025

Alhambra police officer dies in early morning pursuit crash

The 28-year-old officer had been with the Alhambra Police Department for eight months.