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Stingray Stings Rise as Heat Wave Pushes Them Near Shore
A marine heat wave off Southern California has driven stingrays nearer to shore, leading to a rise in stings among beachgoers on Thursday.
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California Launches Applications for New State Youth Environmental Council
California opened applications on August 13, 2026, to form a state youth environmental council, filling the gap left by the EPA's discontinued national youth…
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Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Attempt to Seize LA Homelessness Agency
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to suspend Los Angeles County's lead homelessness agency, citing capricious and arbitrary action.…
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Five Arrested After Freight Train Heist and Police Shooting in Cajon Pass
Five individuals were arrested after a freight train robbery in Cajon Pass led to a suspect firing at railroad police, prompting a swift response from the San…
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Lineage Logistics Nears City‑Ordered Cleanup Deadline for Boyle Heights Warehouse
Lineage Logistics has removed 93% of bulk food waste from its fire‑damaged Boyle Heights cold‑storage warehouse and is expected to meet the city’s August 14…
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Judge to Limit Warrantless Immigration Arrests in Los Angeles
A federal judge is set to limit warrantless immigration arrests in Los Angeles, a tactic long used in mass deportation operations. The expected ruling would…
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Universal Studios Adds Sound Barriers for New Fast & Furious Coaster
Universal Studios Hollywood will add sound barriers around its upcoming Fast & Furious roller coaster to address noise complaints from Toluca Lake residents…
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DOJ and L.A. Sheriff’s Dept Settle Concealed‑Carry Permit Delay Lawsuit
The U.S. Department of Justice and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department settled a federal lawsuit over alleged unlawful delays in concealed‑carry permit…
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LA Firefighters Warn Cuts Could Slow Emergency Response
Los Angeles firefighters warn that proposed budget cuts could delay emergency response times and overburden fire stations as the city grapples with a…
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Affordable Housing Ballot Measure for Santa Monica Airport Declared Dead
A ballot initiative to develop affordable housing on the soon-to-close Santa Monica Airport was declared dead on August 13, 2026. The outcome leaves the…
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LA County Fire Rescue Team Deployed to Colombia After Quake
Los Angeles County Fire Department's Urban Search and Rescue Team has been sent to Colombia on August 13, 2026, to aid in rescue and recovery after a deadly…
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Glendale Police Arrest Five Men in Mail and Identity Theft Scheme
Glendale police arrested five men on August 13, 2026, after a mail‑theft complaint led to uncovering a broader identity‑theft and fraudulent credit‑card…
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Los Angeles County Considers Rules for Election Prediction Markets
Los Angeles County officials are drafting guidance to regulate election prediction markets, aiming to protect voters from betting influences, and could become…
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Pedestrian Found Dead on 210 Freeway, CHP Issues Sigalert
A pedestrian was found dead on the westbound 210 Freeway east of Azusa Avenue, prompting a CHP Sigalert and lane closures while investigators secured the scene…
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Lawmakers Propose Stricter Rules for Cold‑Storage After Boyle Heights Fire
Two California state lawmakers have proposed tighter safety regulations for industrial cold‑storage facilities after a fire in Boyle Heights raised community…
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LAPD Report Details 435 Arrests and $12 Million Overtime in 2025 ICE Protests
The LAPD released a report on its 2025 ICE protests response, noting 435 arrests and $12 million in overtime, while addressing operational challenges and…
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Mayor Bass Proposes Study of Free Transit as Costs Top $1 Billion
Mayor Karen Bass plans to propose a study on fare‑free transit in Los Angeles, while Metro estimates the initiative would cost over $1 billion, with the timing…
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Verizon Offers $25,000 Reward for Cable Vandal Leads
Verizon is offering $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those who cut fiber‑optic cables in Southern California, an act that caused…
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LAUSD Elementary Students Return Under New Screen‑Time Limits
Elementary students in LAUSD returned to school on Wednesday under new rules that limit screen time and digital device use, a measure introduced to reduce…
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California Bill to Curb Ticket Scalping Gains Venue Backing
California lawmakers are reviewing a bill to limit ticket scalping, gaining support from independent venue owners but facing criticism from consumer advocates.
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LAPD, LA Animal Services Seal Permanent Skid Row Cruelty Pact
LAPD and Los Angeles Animal Services have formalized a permanent partnership, backed by Mayor Karen Bass, to target illegal breeding, animal sales and cruelty…
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Federal Judge to Decide LA Homelessness Funding Dispute
A federal judge will decide how $240 million in federal homelessness assistance is allocated to Los Angeles County after a dispute between county officials and…
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Sheriff’s Task Force Seizes $150K of Stolen Toothpaste in Commerce
In early August 2026, sheriff’s task forces seized about $150,000 in stolen toothpaste, speakers and clothing from a Commerce warehouse, part of a broader…
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Student Arrested for Gun on First Day of LAUSD School Year
A student was arrested on August 12, 2026, for possessing a firearm at a South Los Angeles high school on the first day of the LAUSD school year. Authorities…