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California pumpkin patch closes after E. coli puts 3 kids in ICU
A popular San Luis Obispo County pumpkin farm has voluntarily closed while health officials investigate five confirmed E. coli infections potentially linked to visits.
Disney's theme parks division lays off at least 100 employees
The layoffs affect the experiences division, which includes Disney's theme parks, cruise line and Aulani resort and spa in Hawaii.
Shake-ups and layoffs reveal a culture clash inside Netflix
Increasingly, tensions have flared between the L.A.-based executives dedicated to movies and TV shows and its engineers and technicians in Silicon Valley over how best to expand the business and promote content on Netflix.
Need help deciding on the state ballot measures? Here are my recommendations
You haven’t voted yet because the state propositions are too bewildering? I’m with you.
Federal cuts put 40,000 on California's Central Coast at risk of losing health insurance
"I think only time is going to tell how bad that impact will be to our communities."
NPI awarded National Institutes of Health grant to evaluate implementation of California’s Recess for All law
California law mandates that public elementary and charter schools provide at least 30 minutes of recess time each school day as of school year 2024-25. Implementation was required by California Senate Bill 291, also known as Recess for All, which passed on October 13, 2023 under the leadership of State Senator Josh Newman (D-29). Nutrition Policy Institute director and cooperative extension specialist, Hannah R. Thompson, alongside her colleague Rebecca A.
Get up to speed fast on the California election with our guide for the still undecided
Californians have a full ballot for the November 2026 election, including a governor's race, congressional seats and 14 propositions.
Letters to the Editor: Not all patients have complaints about UCLA Health’s quality of care
'I am a retiree relying on Medicare. I am getting the best medical care of my life through UCLA Health,' writes an L.A. Times reader.
A guide to Nov. 3 midterm election with history, perspective
Democrats appear a cinch to win control of the House, but the Senate remains a toss-up. Save your sanity by ignoring the polls. And don't put too much weight on Republicans' big financial advantage.
Bass and Raman skirmish over treatment of small business. The Valley is a battleground
L.A. mayoral candidates Bass and Raman skirmish over their support for small businesses. The San Fernando Valley is a battleground
'Speaking in Tongues' review: Hard times in the Central Valley
José Luis Valenzuela directs the world premiere of Luis Alfaro's 'Speaking in Tongues' in a Latino Theater Co. production at the Los Angeles Theatre Center.
Skydance offers voluntary buyouts to some employees
Skydance is offering a one-time voluntary buyout offer to certain employees, as Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery merge operations.
Inside Amazon's robot warehouse: How automation is changing jobs
Inside Amazon's robotic warehouse in Tracy, California, workers explain how automation is transforming their jobs.
Dolores Huerta death: Chicana activist icon
The emotional compass of the United Farm Workers of America for decades, Huerta attained singular stature as godmother of the Chicano power movement and doyenne of American labor.
UC San Diego receives major grant to secure healthcare cybersecurity
The University of California San Diego Center for Healthcare Cybersecurity has received an award from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to lead the Preventative Assessment and Network Analysis of Cyber Essential Abilities for Health (PANACEA-H) project in collaboration with the American Hospital Association (AHA), the University of Maryland and the University of Minnesota.
Science Center Unveils 200,000-Square-Foot Air and Space Center
The California Science Center unveiled its new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center Wednesday, featuring space shuttle Endeavour displayed vertically in a 20-story launch configuration ahead of the facility’s Nov. 13 public opening. The 200,000-square-foot expansion nearly doubles the Science Center’s exhibit space and includes 100 aerospace artifacts and 100 hands-on exhibits focused on science […]
Judge says Trump could disenfranchise voters in purge of noncitizens from election rolls
A judge is unlikely to issue a final ruling on the Trump administration's claim that noncitizens are registered to vote in California until after Election Day.
Will Republicans block Democrats from Congress if they win the midterms? We asked them
Will Republicans try to block Democrats from being sworn in if they take control of Congress? We asked California Republicans. Here’s what they said.
California Science Center Unveils 200,000-Square-Foot Air and Space Center
The California Science Center unveiled its new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center Wednesday, featuring space shuttle Endeavour displayed vertically in a 20-story launch configuration ahead of the facility’s Nov. 13 public opening. The 200,000-square-foot expansion nearly doubles the Science Center’s exhibit space and includes 100 aerospace artifacts and 100 hands-on exhibits focused on science […]
Judge weighs whether California can count up to 20,000 disputed ballots
The hearing Tuesday comes as mail-in voting is underway, a week before the Nov. 3 conclusion of midterm elections
How Mackenzie Crook's 'Small Prophets' used stop-motion
Mackenzie Crook and his collaborators spoke about creating a series that meditates on grief and loss while being funny — and including some fantastical elements.
Worrisome chemical found in SF Bay Area, Santa Cruz creeks
A toxic compound has been found at worrisome levels in some watersheds in California.
Savannah Chrisley announces pregnancy and engagement to mystery fiancé
Reality star Savannah Chrisley announces her pregnancy and engagement to a mystery fiancé. The "Chrisley Knows Best" star took to social media to reveal her "sweetest blessing yet."
L.A. judge weighs feds' request to block 20,000 California votes
Judge David O. Carter seemed skeptical of a Trump administration request to immediately block California officials from counting about 20,000 ballots from voters whose citizenship the administration questions, but said he would not rule until Wednesday.
Fear Kristaps Porzingis never plays for Warriors again heightens
The Warriors have opened the season with a 1-3 record. Golden State has had an early problem with availability this year, primarily with their bigs. The health issues of Kristaps...
The Political Calculus Behind Newsom’s Opposition to California’s Billionaire Tax
As the governor weighs a presidential run, is he also looking ahead to how it might play nationally?
Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California
Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl halftime show on February 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Who’s spending money on the California insurance commissioner race
Jane Kim and Ben Allen have promised not to take insurance money, but an outside PAC supporting Allen has received industry donations.
Science Center Unveils 200,000-Square-Foot Air and Space Center
The California Science Center unveiled its new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center Wednesday, featuring space shuttle Endeavour displayed vertically in a 20-story launch configuration ahead of the facility’s Nov. 13 public opening. The 200,000-square-foot expansion nearly doubles the Science Center’s exhibit space and includes 100 aerospace artifacts and 100 hands-on exhibits focused on science […]
The Political Calculus Behind Newsom’s Opposition to California’s Billionaire Tax
Proposition 40 proponents say the tax would help backfill federal Medical cuts. But as Newsom weighs a presidential run, is he also looking ahead to how it might play to donors and voters?
A night in the life of a scare actor at Dark Harbor in Long Beach
October unleashes a wave of spooky seasonal work for local actors, but all that creeping and crawling isn't easy.
Judge weighs whether California can count up to 20,000 disputed ballots
The hearing Tuesday comes as mail-in voting is underway, a week before the Nov. 3 conclusion of midterm elections
Jay-Z picks himself to headline Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium
Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl halftime show on February 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Pricey cookie vendor closes dozens of locations nationwide
Crumbl, the high-end dessert chain serving up oversized cookies, has closed a swath of stores nationwide including seven in California. Two of the shuttered cookie shops are in Southern California,
News Analysis: Trump says he's trying to entice Russia to negotiate. It doesn't appear to be working
Trump's break from long-standing tradition in U.S.-Russia relations was real, but it should not have been entirely surprising.
Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård on 'Wicker' sex scenes, big themes
Colman and co-star Alexander Skarsgård sat down with The Envelope to discuss the unusual (and unusually bawdy) fable of a medieval fisherwoman and the man of her wishes.
Ahead of midterms, Trump offers $1-million reward to voter fraud tipsters
The offer comes as the Trump administration has moved more aggressively to intervene in the midterms, including a push in California to segregate ballots from voters it considers likely non-citizens.
Worrisome chemical found in Bay Area, Santa Cruz creeks
A toxic compound has been found at worrisome levels in some watersheds in California.
'That ’70s Show' star Danny Masterson loses rape conviction appeal
Three California appeals court judges rejected 'That ’70s Show' star Danny Masterson's efforts to overturn his two rape convictions, ensuring he will remain behind bars.
Nick Shirley criticizes California for political climate
(The Center Square) – Independent journalist Nick Shirley blasted California for its political climate and lack of fiscal accountability during an address Tuesday night near the University of Mississi...
Appeals court rejects Trump DOJ demand to set aside 20,000 California mail ballots
A federal appeals court on Monday rejected the Trump administration’s unprecedented attempt to force California to set aside votes from 20,000 people it claims are noncitizens.
Georgia's Keisha Lance Bottoms navigates the challenges of Black women battling political barriers
Georgia Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms is trying to make history as the first Black woman to be elected governor in the United States
Dante Moore not expected back this season for Oregon — leaving NFL Draft status uncertain
Moore has not played since getting concussed on a late hit at Southern California in late September. He resumed practicing earlier this month but remained in the concussion protocol.
Agitating for attention, Trump and Bill Maher go at it again
Bill Maher has railed on Trump only half as much as his late-night peers, leaning into various MAGA grievances about the “woke” left and forging a fair-weather friendship with the second-term president.
Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California
Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center's Endeavour gallery is a wonder
Sam Lubell's architecture review of the new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center.
Longtime Los Angeles Times sportswriter Ross Newhan dies at 89
Southern California baseball fans are mourning the loss of a legendary writer. Ross Newhan, longtime baseball writer for the Los Angeles Times and columnist for the Long Beach Press-Telegram, died Sunday at 89. Newhan began his career at the Press-Telegram in 1961 before moving to the Times in 1968, where he covered both the Angels and Dodgers for the next 11…
USA TODAY Sports Super 10 California high school flag football rankings, Week 10
Here’s a look at USA TODAY Sports latest Super 10 flag football rankings for the state of California.
Danville resident appointed to state political practices commission
Danville resident Judy Lloyd has been appointed to the California Fair Political Practices Commission, a nonpartisan watchdog agency that oversees campaign financing, lobbying activities and conflicts of interest for public officials.
Judge Questions Trump Administration’s Need to Target Noncitizen Voters
In the legal tangle between the Justice Department and California, a federal judge on Tuesday deferred a ruling but said the government already had a remedy it could use after the election.
Bass and Raman skirmish over treatment of small business. The Valley is a battleground
L.A. mayoral candidates Bass and Raman skirmish over their support for small businesses. The San Fernando Valley is a battleground
A guide to the key ballot measures voters will decide on Election Day
When Americans cast their ballots in this year’s midterm elections, they’ll not only be picking who represents them in Congress, but also weighing in on a range of topics that could change their state laws and constitutions.
Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California
Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl halftime show on February 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California | Newsradio 1140 WRVA
Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California
Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl halftime show on February 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California | WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM
What local election officials found in Trump’s new claims about California voters
The Trump administration is demanding that almost every California county review its claims that noncitizens are registered to vote..
Rural hospital chain Quorum Health nears $1.3B bond sale
Quorum Health operates 11 hospitals in nine states including New Mexico, California and Oregon.
Chrishell Stause announces split from partner G Flip
Chrishell Stause and G Flip attend the Los Angeles premiere of 'Girls Like Girls' at Universal Studios AMC at CityWalk Hollywood on June 15, 2026, in Universal City, California. (Amy
John Goblikon wants to fire his ghostwriter. The problem? He is his ghostwriter
Comedian Dave Rispoli created John Goblikon, a metal-loving goblin who has become a comedy star with a personality all his own.
Endeavour's Vertical Display to Be Previewed at Science Center
The California Science Center will offer media a first look Wednesday at its new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, where space shuttle Endeavour will be displayed vertically in a launch-ready configuration. The 200,000-square-foot expansion adds 100,000 square feet of exhibit space, nearly doubling the Science Center’s current exhibit area. It features more than 100 […]
Tom Jones reschedules concerts due to 'bad case of the flu'
Tom Jones postponed his L.A. and San Diego concerts last minute after 'unexpectedly' catching the flu. The shows have been rescheduled to November.
Super Bowl 2027: Jay-Z will headline halftime show
Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show at Inglewood's SoFi Stadium on Valentine's Day.
Did Elizabeth Holmes and Billy Evans get paid for their documentary?
Nathan Fielder’s documentary turns a dispute over paying its subjects into a central source of tension. Here’s what we know about the proposed deal.
Study outlines comprehensive roadmap for AI in mental health care
Researchers from the Faculty of Social Sciences at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), in collaboration with international experts from the University of Cambridge; the University of California, Berkeley; ...
Cheyenne Jackson isn't only actor a 'job away' from losing healthcare
Actor and singer Cheyenne Jackson, who has starred on Broadway and acted in dozens of TV shows, said he has received hundreds of messages since offering to help union members keep their healthcare.
Judge weighs whether California can count up to 20,000 disputed ballots
The hearing Tuesday comes as mail-in voting is underway, a week before the Nov. 3 conclusion of midterm elections
Local officials dig into new Trump claims about California voters
Election officials from across California questioned the accuracy of the federal government's methodology for finding noncitizen voters after the Trump administration threatened them with criminal charges last week.
What you need to know about California's election
There are 14 statewide propositions on the ballot in California this election.
9th Circuit denies feds' appeal over 20,000 ballots; district court hearing to proceed
The decision clears the way for the lower court to proceed with hearing the case. A hearing is scheduled Tuesday afternoon before Judge David O. Carter in Los Angeles.
Billionaires Fighting California’s Wealth Tax Have Put $333 Million Into Political Ad Machine Ahead of Elections
California's billionaires are relying on a well-funded PAC to defeat Proposition 40, a proposed wealth tax on the state's ultrarich.
Laika's 'Wildwood' cracks the box office with a mature animation
Laika’s PG-13 stop-motion film “Wildwood” opened third with an estimated $11.6 million. Here’s what its debut says about the market for mature animation.
Cheyenne Jackson isn't only actor a 'job away' from losing healthcare
Actor and singer Cheyenne Jackson, who has starred on Broadway and acted in dozens of TV shows, said he has received hundreds of messages since offering to help union members keep their healthcare.
‘California mourns a giant’: Political leaders react to Dolores Huerta’s death
State leaders described Huerta’s legacy as both ideological and as a mentor to Latino and women leaders. They omitted mention of Cesar Chavez
The final stretch: Catch up on what's happened in the California governor's race so far
Once full of surprises, the California governor’s race is winding to a predictable end, with polls showing Democrat Becerra in the lead
Appeals court declines to block California from counting 20,000 disputed ballots
An appeals court has declined to rule on whether California elections officials can count roughly 20,000 ballots that the Justice Department alleges belong to noncitizen voters. Monday's decision sets the
Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California
The man who has helped produce the Super Bowl halftime show is stepping into the spotlight: Jay-Z will headline the show himself | Talk 1370
L.A. City Council passes new microshoot and $1 filming permits
As local productions continue to decline, L.A. City Council is taking modest action. The council passed two measures Tuesday to encourage more filming activity.
In California's Night Sky, Manmade Daylight
Reflect Orbital replicates space mirrors that reflect sunlight after dark, and not everyone is a fan
Eric Bauza, voice of beloved Looney Tunes characters, dies at 46
Eric Bauza attends the 2026 Creative Arts Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on Sept. 6, 2026, in Los Angeles, California. (Scott Kirkland/FXX via Getty Images)
Eric Bauza dead: Voice actor who voiced modern 'Looney Tunes' was 46
Voice actor Eric Bauza died Sunday of natural causes at age 46. His career spans more than two decades and includes credits for modern 'Looney Tunes' projects, 'Rick and Morty' and 'Unikitty!'
City Council approves Humboldt Park Health Clinic
The Chicago City Council has approved a new Humboldt Park Health Clinic at 1140 N. California. Planned by Humboldt Park Health, the project site is located midblock near the intersection of W. Division St and N. California Ave. An existing one-story commercial structure will be demolished to make way for the project.
Are California elections safe? Here's what the experts say.
With Election Day less than a week away, California’s elections have already attracted controversy. They’ve drawn scrutiny from the federal government over slow ballot counts, mail-in voting and
'Heartbreak House' review: A tenderly luminous Shaw revival
George Bernard Shaw's 'Heartbreak House' receives a magisterial revival directed by Nike Doukas for Antaeus Theatre Company at the Kiki & David Gindler Performing Arts Center in Glendale.
Walter Koenig, ‘Star Trek’ franchise's original Chekov, dies at 90
Walter Koenig, the 'Star Trek' franchise's original Chekov, has died at 90. The Manhattan native was the son of Lithuanian immigrants.
THIS WEEK: “Sick of It! Fix Health Care Now” Bus Tour Hits Final Stretch With Stops in Colorado, California, and Arizona
Sen. John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-AZ), Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera (D-CO), Fmr. Lt. Gov. Joe Garcia (D-CO), Rep. Brittany Pettersen (D-CO), Rep. Randy Villegas (D-CA), Rep. Mike Levin...
California ballots targeted by Trump can be counted for now under court ruling
The ruling is a blow to the Trump administration, which claimed the ballots might have gone to noncitizens and wanted to set them aside.
Susan Saint James dead: 'Kate & Allie,' 'McMillan & Wife' star was 80
Susan Saint James, the TV star who shared the screen with Rock Hudson in 'McMillan & Wife' and went on to champion the Special Olympics, has died. She was 80.
Researchers leaving U.S. over Trump funding cuts and political climate
Foreign universities are attracting American scientists with offers of stable funding and academic freedom amid research cuts under Trump.
California Science Center, JPL Team Up for New Space Gallery
The California Science Center and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory announced Tuesday a partnership bringing JPL spacecraft, interactive exhibits and research to the new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, which opens Nov. 13. The JPL experience will be part of the center’s Kent Kresa Space Gallery. Visitors can explore how robotic missions study Earth, the […]
Small businesses turning to risky cash advances to survive
Struggling small businesses are turning to costly merchant cash advances for quick capital, but high fees and daily payouts are driving many into debt.
Hollywood wants more franchises. Is Lionsgate the next takeover target?
As Hollywood searches for more franchises and reliable IP, Lionsgate is back in the news as a potential takeover target.
Real-life violence encroaches on 'Miami Vice ’85' film set
A caller told New York police that he had been in a verbal dispute with an “unidentified individual” when the man took out a knife.
Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California
Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl halftime show on February 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The NFL, Apple Music, and Roc Nation announced the news Monday night. NFL
Trump administration asks Washington state to hold more than 400 people’s ballots
The Justice Department has claimed the individuals may not be eligible to vote, weeks after making a similar request in California.
Sunlight at night: US startup’s demonstration of lighting Earth from space draws critcism
Company imitates reflection of sun from mirrors, prompting pushback from some scientists, environmentalists and California locals
JPL, California Science Center Team Up for New Space Gallery
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KKR invests $475M in Alexandria Real Estate Equities' life science Megacampus
KKR & Co. NYSE:KKR has acquired a 49% noncontrolling equity interest in Alexandria Real Estate Equities' NYSE:ARE Campus Point for $475M.Campus Point is a nearly 2M sq. ft. life science Megacampus in San Diego, California. The Megacampus includes tenants Novartis NYSE:NVS OTC:NVSEF NYSE:NVS, Bristo…
Chris Brown's prison sentence suspended in bottle attack case
Chris Brown avoids prison time, as a London judge suspends the Grammy winner's prison sentence for a year. The R&B star pleaded guilty to attacking a music producer at a nightclub in 2023.
Science Pub: El Niño Facts, Myths & Mysteries
What is El Niño—and what makes this year’s super? Many people associate El Niño events in California with unusual animal sightings, heavy rains and flooding, and disruptions to coastal agriculture and fisheries. […]
Billy Evans' 'You Can See Everything' shower scene was his idea
Billy Evans — the partner of Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes — asked the 'You Can See Everything' team: 'Want to film me showering?'
Appeals Court Declines to Intervene in California Ballot Lawsuit
By a 2-1 vote, a federal appeals court panel denied the Trump administration’s request that it immediately order the state to set aside 20,000 mail-in ballots.