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Report: Facebook found to be ‘central public infrastructure’ for criminals selling endangered wild animals
Report cites 'loss of irreplaceable species such as elephants for their ivory, rhinos for their horns, pangolins for their scales, and countless parrots, primates, small mammals and reptiles for the…
US isn’t looking at imminent military action in Cuba despite Trump threats, AP sources say
Dialogue is open, but Cuba has not accepted the U.S. offer of humanitarian aid and internet access, even as new sanctions are imposed.
Altadena Buff, Smith and Hensman ‘gem’ asks $2.5M after post-fire rehab
Michele and Brian Smatko spent a year reclaiming their 2000 Buff, Smith and Hensman home after it suffered smoke damage during the 2025 Eaton fire.
First eyed 6 decades ago, history-making D-Line subway opens first leg Friday
The "little train that could" is opening under Wilshire Boulevard after 12 years of construction. How did this train finally come to be after all these years?
Neon lights and fried food bites are back as the 2026 Los Angeles County Fair opens
The Los Angeles County Fair is open and ready for guests to play.
UCLA football gives fans a preview in Spring Game at Rose Bowl
The Bob Chesney era wraps up its initial spring session with no lack of enthusiasm and optimism Saturday.
Girls lacrosse roundup: Huntington Beach, Corona del Mar reach CIF-SS semifinals
OCVarsity's roundup of the highlights for the Orange County teams in the CIF-SS quarterfinals on Thursday, May 7.
Boys lacrosse roundup: Los Alamitos, Dana Hills, El Dorado reach CIF-SS semifinals
OCVarsity's roundup of the highlights for the Orange County teams in the CIF-SS quarterfinals on Wednesday, May 6.
Lakers done in by turnovers in Game 2 as Thunder take 2-0 series lead
Austin Reaves scores a playoff career-high 31 points in a return to form, but Oklahoma City pounces on 21 Laker turnovers and rides a strong third quarter to a 125-107…
With Jarred Vanderbilt out, Lakers plan to extend rotation for Game 2
Lakers coach JJ Redick says the Lakers will extend their rotations to “at least” nine players after Vanderbilt suffered a finger dislocation in the series opener against the Thunder.