Why it’s ‘a very exciting time’ for dementia researchers
Like a lot of people my age, there are times when I can’t find my keys, or my sunglasses, or my phone. Now and again, I’ll get an idea to…
Ventura County couple convicted of murdering man’s ex-girlfriend
A trail of blood and broken acrylic nails helped solve a grisly Ventura County murder, authorities say — culminating Friday in the conviction of a couple for beating and murdering…
Some vulnerable seniors can’t get COVID vaccines amid case spike
Seniors in some parts of the country say they are being denied COVID-19 vaccinations amid an ongoing spike in cases, leading to rising frustration over new Trump administration policies that…
SoCal woman registered her dog to vote, cast ballots twice, D.A. says
An Orange County woman faces five felony charges after she was accused of paw-litical fraud by registering her dog to vote and illegally casting ballots for the pooch in two…
Southern California naval base starts noisy tests of aircraft, drones
A Ventura County naval base wants its neighbors to know they’re going to host some guests — and things might get loud over the next few weeks. Starting Friday, a…
Iconic LAX airport sign is being removed letter by letter. Here’s why
The giant “LAX” sign that’s welcomed travelers to the Los Angeles International Airport for the last 25 years is temporarily coming down to make way for major roadway projects. Crews…
Weekend traffic nightmare: 405 Freeway to partially close for repaving
The 405 Freeway through the Sepulveda Pass will be partially closed this weekend as a years-long repaving effort begins. “The freeway will be reduced to three lanes in each direction…
Don’t let Trump erase the tragedy of the Californios
Donald Trump is waging war on California the way Rome did on Carthage. He ordered the National Guard and the Marines to occupy parts of Los Angeles, over the objections…
L.A. releases record $387 million for affordable housing projects this fall
Developers rejoice: L.A. is about to divvy up $387 million for affordable housing projects. The money is being doled out by the L.A. Housing Department, and it’s the largest solicitation…
Passenger kicked her Lyft driver in the head; CHP searching for her
A Southern California Lyft driver recently captured on video an alleged assault by seemingly intoxicated passengers who harassed and kicked him during a ride and questioned who “let him in…