David Clayton-Thomas, lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies
David Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears who was known for hits including “Spinning Wheel" and “And When I Die," has died at 84.
David Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears who was known for hits including “Spinning Wheel" and “And When I Die," has died at 84.
7.2 magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan
The temblor shook dozens of towns across northeastern Japan and was even mildly felt in the capital, Tokyo. It hit in an area where strong earthquakes have repeatedly been reported in recent months, including one that triggered a weeklong mega-quake caution advisory in December.
The temblor shook dozens of towns across northeastern Japan and was even mildly felt in the capital, Tokyo. It hit in an area where strong earthquakes have repeatedly been reported in recent months, including one that triggered a weeklong mega-quake caution advisory in December.
Neymar makes World Cup debut for Brazil in first appearance since 2023
Neymar has finally played in this World Cup for Brazil, back in time for the knockout rounds.
Neymar has finally played in this World Cup for Brazil, back in time for the knockout rounds.
Downtown LA street vendor assault captured on viral video sparks outrage
A 62-year-old street vendor was assaulted in downtown Los Angeles, prompting an LAPD battery investigation and a viral GoFundMe campaign raising over $118,000.
A 62-year-old street vendor was assaulted in downtown Los Angeles, prompting an LAPD battery investigation and a viral GoFundMe campaign raising over $118,000.
Deadly Tesla crash in Texas under investigation
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it's opening a special investigation because the car was allegedly using automated software that Tesla is rolling out on robotaxis this year.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it's opening a special investigation because the car was allegedly using automated software that Tesla is rolling out on robotaxis this year.
Violent attack on LA street vendor sparks outrage
Video has circulated online of the June 15 attack on Arabelia Martinez, which took place around 4 p.m. that day in the 700 block of Figueroa Street. According to Martinez's son, the suspect harassed his mother, saying she had no legal right to be a street vendor and telling her to go back to Mexico, among other racially charged statements. The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating the battery as the alleged assailant remains at large.
Video has circulated online of the June 15 attack on Arabelia Martinez, which took place around 4 p.m. that day in the 700 block of Figueroa Street. According to Martinez's son, the suspect harassed his mother, saying she had no legal right to be a street vendor and telling her to go back to Mexico, among other racially charged statements. The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating the battery as the alleged assailant remains at large.
Illegal fireworks warning issued ahead of 4th of July
At a news conference in Leslie N. Shaw Park, not far from the scene of an illegal fireworks tragedy last month, Hochman was joined by officials from the Los Angeles city and county fire departments and an assistant chief from the Los Angeles Police Department in reminding the public that all fireworks are illegal in the county, and prosecutions will result for anyone caught making, selling, buying or setting off illegal pyrotechnics.
At a news conference in Leslie N. Shaw Park, not far from the scene of an illegal fireworks tragedy last month, Hochman was joined by officials from the Los Angeles city and county fire departments and an assistant chief from the Los Angeles Police Department in reminding the public that all fireworks are illegal in the county, and prosecutions will result for anyone caught making, selling, buying or setting off illegal pyrotechnics.
$100K+ raised to help assaulted street vendor
More than $100,000 was pledged Wednesday to assist a 62-year-old street vendor who was attacked by an unidentified woman in an altercation recorded on video in downtown Los Angeles.
More than $100,000 was pledged Wednesday to assist a 62-year-old street vendor who was attacked by an unidentified woman in an altercation recorded on video in downtown Los Angeles.
Alex Murdaugh cites unknown male DNA in bid for new testing
Alex Murdaugh's defense team filed a series of motions seeking independent DNA testing, a change of venue and expanded access to case materials as the convicted South Carolina attorney continues to challenge his murder case.
Alex Murdaugh's defense team filed a series of motions seeking independent DNA testing, a change of venue and expanded access to case materials as the convicted South Carolina attorney continues to challenge his murder case.
Supreme Court rules Trump administration can revive restrictive immigration policy
In a ruling issued Thursday, the Supreme Court cleared the Trump administration to potentially revive an immigration policy once used to turn back migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.
In a ruling issued Thursday, the Supreme Court cleared the Trump administration to potentially revive an immigration policy once used to turn back migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Twin earthquakes rock Venezuela, more than 160 dead
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within about a minute of each other on Wednesday, causing buildings to collapse and damage in Caracas. The rare back-to-back tremors, measuring magnitudes 7.1 and 7.5, rank among the strongest earthquakes to hit the country in more than a century.
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within about a minute of each other on Wednesday, causing buildings to collapse and damage in Caracas. The rare back-to-back tremors, measuring magnitudes 7.1 and 7.5, rank among the strongest earthquakes to hit the country in more than a century.
USMNT chases perfect World Cup group stage finish in LA Stadium finale vs. Türkiye
The U.S. Men's National Team looks to finish the World Cup group stage undefeated and untied for the first time since 1930 when they play Türkiye at Los Angeles Stadium.
The U.S. Men's National Team looks to finish the World Cup group stage undefeated and untied for the first time since 1930 when they play Türkiye at Los Angeles Stadium.
Boyle Heights warehouse fire knocked down
The knockdown of the Palos Fire was declared at 5:58 p.m. Wednesday by the LAFD, meaning there were no active flames and no threat of fire spread. However, debris within the structure continues to smolder.
The knockdown of the Palos Fire was declared at 5:58 p.m. Wednesday by the LAFD, meaning there were no active flames and no threat of fire spread. However, debris within the structure continues to smolder.
Germany vs Ecuador preview: Ecuador’s World Cup survival on the line in NYC, NJ
Germany faces Ecuador at New York New Jersey Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with major stakes for Ecuador and a local connection for fans across New York and New Jersey.
Germany faces Ecuador at New York New Jersey Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with major stakes for Ecuador and a local connection for fans across New York and New Jersey.
Fire out at Boyle Heights warehouse; air quality concerns remain
Los Angeles firefighters continue to utilize heavy equipment and exterior streams to combat a stubborn warehouse fire in Boyle Heights, aiming for full extinguishment by Friday.
Los Angeles firefighters continue to utilize heavy equipment and exterior streams to combat a stubborn warehouse fire in Boyle Heights, aiming for full extinguishment by Friday.
Andres Chait named LAUSD Superintendent
LAUSD appears to have removed the interim-acting tag and named Andres Chait the district's next Superintendent.
LAUSD appears to have removed the interim-acting tag and named Andres Chait the district's next Superintendent.
Boyle Heights fire now declared 'knocked down'
Firefighters have officially "knocked down" the fire at the embattled Linear cold-storage facility in Boyle Heights. Now the focus remains towards the health of local residents, in addition to clearing the debris and odor from the rotting foods in the now-burned down building.
Firefighters have officially "knocked down" the fire at the embattled Linear cold-storage facility in Boyle Heights. Now the focus remains towards the health of local residents, in addition to clearing the debris and odor from the rotting foods in the now-burned down building.
Ex-LAFD Chief sues Los Angeles Mayor
Ex-LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley is suing Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, claiming Bass lied to shifted blame over the city's Palisades Fire response.
Ex-LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley is suing Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, claiming Bass lied to shifted blame over the city's Palisades Fire response.
EPA chief tours Altadena mid-rebuild
EPA administrator Lee Zeldin toured parts of Altadena as the area continues its long road to rebuilding after the Eaton Fire.
EPA administrator Lee Zeldin toured parts of Altadena as the area continues its long road to rebuilding after the Eaton Fire.
Trump pushes defense firms to speed weapons production
President Donald Trump met with ammunition manufacturers in hopes of speeding up weapons production.
President Donald Trump met with ammunition manufacturers in hopes of speeding up weapons production.



















