Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
2 teens identified in fatal shooting at party near CSUN
Police are investigating a double homicide near Cal State Northridge that left a man and woman dead at a strip mall party on Nordhoff Street Friday night.
Police are investigating a double homicide near Cal State Northridge that left a man and woman dead at a strip mall party on Nordhoff Street Friday night.
Utilities urge conservation as temps soar
A long-lasting October heat wave will continue to bring dangerous temperatures to Los Angeles and Orange counties through at least Thursday, after downtown Los Angeles reached 102 degrees Monday for its fourth consecutive day of triple-digit heat.
A long-lasting October heat wave will continue to bring dangerous temperatures to Los Angeles and Orange counties through at least Thursday, after downtown Los Angeles reached 102 degrees Monday for its fourth consecutive day of triple-digit heat.
Northridge party shooting victims identified
Kimberly Pastor was pronounced dead on a walkway, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner's office. The identity of the young man killed was not released, but relatives identified him as Jaydin Lewis.
Kimberly Pastor was pronounced dead on a walkway, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner's office. The identity of the young man killed was not released, but relatives identified him as Jaydin Lewis.
Scientists discover 57 new marine species lurking in the depths of the South Atlantic
A group of scientists in Argentina discovered dozens of new species in the South Atlantic Ocean, shedding new light on one of the world’s most biologically dynamic regions.
A group of scientists in Argentina discovered dozens of new species in the South Atlantic Ocean, shedding new light on one of the world’s most biologically dynamic regions.
Paramount acquires Warner Bros.: What it means for streaming apps and your wallet
A nearly $111B mega-merger unites Paramount and Warner Bros. Here’s how it could affect you and your wallet.
A nearly $111B mega-merger unites Paramount and Warner Bros. Here’s how it could affect you and your wallet.
Sunshine Protection Act to end daylight saving time change hits Senate wall
The push to end daylight saving time has hit a Senate wall, with Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., saying approval of the Sunshine Protection Act would leave Arkansas kids attending school in the dark.
The push to end daylight saving time has hit a Senate wall, with Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., saying approval of the Sunshine Protection Act would leave Arkansas kids attending school in the dark.
New federal DOT rule to leave air travelers with fewer compensation options for flight disruptions
A new Department of Transportation (DOT) rule set to start this month could make it harder for some travelers to get compensation for certain flight disruptions.
A new Department of Transportation (DOT) rule set to start this month could make it harder for some travelers to get compensation for certain flight disruptions.
Jim Bakker, televangelist who built Christian TV empire, dies at 86
Televangelist Jim Bakker, who built a Christian television empire preaching the gospel, has died. He was 86.
Televangelist Jim Bakker, who built a Christian television empire preaching the gospel, has died. He was 86.
Carolina Marquez turns grief into support for women after husband’s death
Nearly 10 years after her husband was killed by a drunk driver, Carolina Marquez broke from the Hispanic mourning tradition of “luto” and now helps women facing a range of issues. To follow her journey: IG @camwomensgroup and @carilola4
Nearly 10 years after her husband was killed by a drunk driver, Carolina Marquez broke from the Hispanic mourning tradition of “luto” and now helps women facing a range of issues. To follow her journey: IG @camwomensgroup and @carilola4
Another suspected migrant boat intercepted off Newport Beach as councilmember pushes for harbor cameras
A suspected migrant boat carrying 14 people was intercepted south of Newport Beach, and everyone aboard was taken into U.S. Border Patrol custody.
A suspected migrant boat carrying 14 people was intercepted south of Newport Beach, and everyone aboard was taken into U.S. Border Patrol custody.
Suspected migrant boat intercepted off Newport Beach
A suspected migrant boat carrying 14 people was intercepted south of Newport Beach, and everyone aboard was taken into U.S. Border Patrol custody. The interception follows several recent suspected migrant boat incidents in and around Newport Beach.
A suspected migrant boat carrying 14 people was intercepted south of Newport Beach, and everyone aboard was taken into U.S. Border Patrol custody. The interception follows several recent suspected migrant boat incidents in and around Newport Beach.
Trump suggests Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles during Nebraska rally
President Donald Trump suggested during a campaign rally Monday that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego.
President Donald Trump suggested during a campaign rally Monday that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego.
Trump suggests Iran 'take out' Los Angeles
President Donald Trump suggested during a campaign rally Monday that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego.
President Donald Trump suggested during a campaign rally Monday that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego.
Age, heat may be behind underground electrical vault explosions in LA, engineer says
Two underground electrical vault incidents in the Los Angeles area have sent flames and concrete into the street in recent weeks.
Two underground electrical vault incidents in the Los Angeles area have sent flames and concrete into the street in recent weeks.
Heat may be behind electrical vault explosions
Two underground electrical vault incidents in the Los Angeles area have sent flames and concrete into the street in recent weeks. A forensic electrical engineer says aging infrastructure is likely the underlying factor, and extreme heat can make it worse
Two underground electrical vault incidents in the Los Angeles area have sent flames and concrete into the street in recent weeks. A forensic electrical engineer says aging infrastructure is likely the underlying factor, and extreme heat can make it worse
"I hope this is a lesson": Parents applaud LAPD crackdown on illegal street takeovers
The Los Angeles Police Department is sending a clear message to the parents of teens and young adults participating in illegal street takeovers.
The Los Angeles Police Department is sending a clear message to the parents of teens and young adults participating in illegal street takeovers.
Mail-in ballots start to go out, Bonta says it is a secure way to vote
There's just 29 days to go until mid-term elections, and California Attorney General Rob Bonta is reassuring voters that they can safely return their ballots by mail. His message comes after changes to the US Postal Service, and efforts by President Trump to put restrictions on mail-in voting.
There's just 29 days to go until mid-term elections, and California Attorney General Rob Bonta is reassuring voters that they can safely return their ballots by mail. His message comes after changes to the US Postal Service, and efforts by President Trump to put restrictions on mail-in voting.
Cause of death released in 4-month-old baby found in dumpster
A 19-year-old mother was arrested after her baby was found in a dumpster in South LA. Nearly a week after the baby's death, the medical examiner released her exact cause of death.
A 19-year-old mother was arrested after her baby was found in a dumpster in South LA. Nearly a week after the baby's death, the medical examiner released her exact cause of death.
Cars impounded from LA street takeover released
LAPD is sending a strong message to parents of teens and young adults involved in illegal street takeovers. This comes after 200 vehicles in South LA were impounded last month during Operation Street Sweeper.
LAPD is sending a strong message to parents of teens and young adults involved in illegal street takeovers. This comes after 200 vehicles in South LA were impounded last month during Operation Street Sweeper.