California Congressman Doug LaMalfa dies, GOP leadership confirms
California Rep. Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) has died, GOP leadership confirmed in a social media post Tuesday morning. “Jacquie and I are devastated about the sudden loss of our friend, Congressman…
Auto shop class is thriving. Community college students basically fix your car for free
The workers’ uniforms are smudged with stains earned underneath a car, wrench in hand. Their repair garage teems with an array of inoperable vehicles and twisted metal. One car’s wheels…
California bill targets fake liens used to harass victims
SACRAMENTO — A California lawmaker introduced a bill Monday to crack down on fake liens filed against politicians, court employees and businesses that can force victims to spend thousands of…
Los Angeles Fire Anniversary: Communities Mark Deadly Disaster
One year after the deadliest and most destructive wildfire event in Los Angeles history, communities across the region are marking Tuesday’s anniversary with demonstrations, memorial events and a resolve to…
Peer-to-peer support program shows early gains in youth mental health
Peer-to-peer mental health support programs show early signs of improving student mental health, enhancing student engagement and reducing stigma in California high schools, according to a report by the Children’s…
Santa Monica Pier Launches Route 66 Centennial Celebrations
Route 66’s centennial celebrations launched Saturday at Santa Monica Pier with The Drive Home VII caravan featuring nine vintage vehicles embarking on a cross-country journey. The event marks the first…
The oldest restaurant in Los Angeles County has closed
The line at the Original Saugus Cafe counter stretched down the block Sunday morning as dozens of diners showed up for a final taste of the restaurant. Open for 139…
LA Area Wildfire Survivors Face Toxic Homes One Year Later
“DANGER: Lead Work Area” reads a sign on a front door of an Altadena home. “May damage fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to the central nervous system.” Block…
Tesla smashes into Granada Hills restaurant at lunchtime
Police were on scene Monday afternoon in Granada Hills after a Tesla driver lost control and careened into the Ali Baba Persian Restaurant. The crash occurred at lunchtime, but despite…
Hollywood motel where rock icons stayed burns down
The 120-year-old Craftsman home in the middle of the Hollywood Center Motel had survived earthquakes, flooding, riots, a murder investigation and the raucous force of the rock-n-roll era. But in…