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Democratic Rivals Jane Kim and Ben Allen Vie for Insurance Commissioner
Democrats Jane Kim and Ben Allen are competing for California’s insurance commissioner role, which regulates the state’s extensive insurance market.
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Sanders rallies in L.A. for California billionaire tax
Bernie Sanders rallied in Los Angeles on Oct. 9, 2026, to back California’s billionaire tax proposal ahead of the November ballot.
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Authorities Advise Southern Californians to Ready Cars for El Niño
Southern California officials are telling drivers to check and secure their cars before heavy El Niño rains, which could cause flooding, low visibility and…
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Researchers Use Dogs to Find Highway Wildlife Deaths
Scientists are using scent‑tracking dogs to find animal carcasses on State Route 62, where hundreds of wildlife are killed annually in vehicle collisions.
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Environmental Group and Farmers' Agency Sue State Over Bay Delta Water Use
An environmental group and the Farmers' Water Agency sued California, claiming excessive Bay Delta water withdrawals are harming fish and the ecosystem. The…
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Companies Offer Lump‑Sum Deals for LA County Abuse Settlement Checks
Private companies are offering victims of Los Angeles County sexual‑abuse settlement a lump‑sum payment in return for rights to future settlement checks from…
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Metrolink Proposes Major Service Cuts in Orange County, Antelope Valley
Metrolink will propose major service reductions in Orange County and Antelope Valley for November 2026 to address financial shortfalls and maintain solvency.
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FBI arrests six suspects in Pomona Mafia extortion case
Six suspects were taken into custody in Pomona for alleged extortion and a debt‑related shooting tied to the Mexican Mafia, as part of a federal probe into the…
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Magnitude 3.2 quake rattles Long Beach early Friday
A 3.2‑magnitude quake hit Long Beach early Friday, and the U.S. Geological Survey says such minor quakes are frequent in Southern California.
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Court Dismisses Lawsuit Against Orange County Education Trustee
A 2026 court ruling dismissed a lawsuit claiming an Orange County education trustee choked a neighbor during a 2023 road‑rage incident.
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Home Threatened as Storm Rachel Drives High Surf on Long Beach
Tropical Storm Rachel’s high surf damaged a home on the Long Beach Peninsula, resulting in a red‑tag and risk of collapse.
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Newsom Signs Law to Limit Teen E‑Bike Use in San Mateo
Governor Gavin Newsom approved a law enabling San Mateo County to restrict teen e‑bike use, part of three safety statutes enacted after fatal Bay Area crashes.
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Guitar Maker Crafts Heart-Shaped Instrument for Olivia Rodrigo
Luis Munoz constructed a heart-shaped guitar for Olivia Rodrigo's upcoming Los Angeles performances, leveraging his experience working with notable rock bands.
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SpaceX Crew-12 Returns to Earth off Los Angeles Coast
Crew-12 safely returned to Earth off Los Angeles after an eight‑month ISS stay, completing its scheduled mission and covering about 100 million miles.
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Two Firefighters Hospitalized After Squad Truck Flips in South LA
Two LAFD firefighters were hospitalized after their squad truck flipped onto its roof while responding to an emergency in South Los Angeles on Oct. 8, 2026.
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Measure E proposes independent ethics commission for LA County
Measure E, slated for the November 2026 ballot, seeks to create a seven‑member independent ethics commission in Los Angeles County to enhance oversight and…
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Deputy Involved in Chain‑Reaction Crash Kills One
One person died after a deputy's collision caused a multi‑vehicle crash in Commerce.
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LA Police, Federal Agents Raid Skid Row, Arrest Over 20 Suspects
Police and federal agents raided Skid Row on Oct. 8, 2026, arresting over 20 suspected drug traffickers as part of a crackdown on local drug activity.
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Mayor's Office Files Court Petition Over Fairfax Hoarder Trash
The mayor's office sought court intervention on Oct. 8 to tackle persistent trash at a Fairfax District hoarder home after resident complaints. Prior clean‑up…
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Fire at Inglewood Strip Mall Injures One
A midday fire at an Inglewood strip mall injured one person, prompting a response from the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
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Police Seek Two Suspects in $90K Sherman Oaks Theft
Police are looking for two suspects after a midnight burglary in Sherman Oaks that stole $90,000 in jewelry and handbags. The homeowner reported hearing voices…
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Lyft Settles California Driver Wage Claims for $272.5 Million
Lyft will pay $272.5 million to settle wage‑theft claims in California, ending a six‑year lawsuit over driver classification.
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Roy and McKinney Advance to LA City Attorney Runoff
Marissa Roy and John McKinney won the June primary with 43.1% and 28.6% of the vote, respectively, advancing to a November runoff for Los Angeles city attorney.
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County Ballot to Decide Binding Arbitration for Public Safety Workers
Measure A on the November 2026 ballot would require binding arbitration to settle labor disputes for public safety workers in Los Angeles County, altering the…