American ballerina with dual citizenship arrested in Russia for treason
The woman, a ballerina who lives in Los Angeles, is facing 20 years in prison in Russia for donating about $50 to a charity that benefits Ukraine.
Compton pit bull breeder mauled to death by his own dogs identified
Dominic Cooper, 35, who may have been breeding pit bulls, was found mauled to death Friday morning in the backyard of his Compton home.
Former YouTube CEO's son dies in UC Berkeley dorm
The 19-year-old son of YouTube's former CEO Susan Wojcicki was found dead in a dorm room at UC Berkeley this week, his grandmother said.
New walrus species named after teen who discovered 5 million-year-old fossil
Forrest Sheperd, who was 13 at the time, made the discovery while fossil hunting on the beaches near Santa Cruz in 2011.
'American Nightmare': Reporter contacted by Denise Huskins' kidnapper reflects on "bizarre" case
Henry Lee, a crime reporter, found himself in the middle of Denise Huskins’ kidnapping case when he received anonymous emails from the kidnapper. Lee was featured in Netflix’s new “American Nightmare" docuseries.
Caught on camera: Fistfight breaks out on Southwest Airlines flight
A brawl breaks out thousands of feet in the air, with at least two men engaged in a fistfight on a Hawaii-bound Southwest Airlines flight from Oakland.
California 4-year-old briefly abducted after being left in running car, police say
A 4-year-old at the center of an Amber Alert from Long Beach has been found safe.
Disneyland's Mickey Mouse, Cinderella performers want to unionize
While most of the more than 35,000 workers at the Disneyland Resort in Southern California already have labor unions, about 1,700 performers in parades, character actors and support staff do not.
5 Marines killed in California helicopter crash are identified
The five U.S. Marines who died when their helicopter crashed during a storm in the mountains outside San Diego on Tuesday have been named, the Marine Corps Air Station in Miramar announced Friday.
19-foot Kobe Bryant statue unveiled outside Lakers' arena
Kobe Bryant's legacy was further immortalized as not just one bronze statue, but three statues resembling the Los Angeles Lakers legend will be unveiled in downtown Los Angeles.
Kobe Bryant statue: Everything we know ahead of the big unveiling
On Thursday, a bronze statue honoring legendary Laker Kobe Bryant will be unveiled in downtown Los Angeles outside the Crypto.com Arena.
Missing marines in helicopter crash confirmed dead, US military says
Marines in a helicopter crash this week have been confirmed dead, according to a statement from the U.S. military. Here’s what’s known about the crash.
Missing Marine helicopter located near San Diego; search continues for crew
A Marine Corps helicopter went missing overnight in stormy Southern California, prompting a search for the craft and its crew of five.
California could legalize psychedelic therapy after rejecting ‘magic mushroom’ decriminalization
A pair of California lawmakers introduced a bipartisan bill on Tuesday to allow people 21 and older to consume psychedelic mushrooms under professional supervision as part of an agenda to tackle the state’s mental health and substance use crises.
Los Angeles saw over 500 mudslides during deadly California storms
Los Angeles saw over 500 mudslides during this week's deadly California storms.
Backed by Elon Musk, Gina Carano sues Disney over ‘Mandalorian’ firing
Gina Carano is suing over her 2021 firing, saying she was let go from the series for expressing right-wing views online. Elon Musk’s X is helping to fund the lawsuit.
Killer Mike arrested on misdemeanor battery charge after winning 3 Grammys
Killer Mike was detained after "a physical altercation," according to a post from the Los Angeles Police Department. Video showed him being escorted in handcuffs.
Seafoam covered bicyclists during dangerous California storm: Video
Seafoam covered bicyclists in Santa Cruz, California, as a dangerous storm impacted the area on Sunday.
Jay-Z calls out Grammys for never giving Beyoncé Album of the Year in acceptance speech
“When I get nervous, I tell the truth," Jay-Z said during his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday night. Watch the moment here.
Celine Dion's surprise Grammy appearance encourages comeback rumors after devastating illness
Celine Dion made a surprise appearance at the Grammy Awards, an encouraging sign for fans hoping she makes a comeback after being diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome.