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LA County wants probe into delayed evacuation alerts in Eaton fire area where 17 died | Jason Henry

The investigation is critical for not only understanding what happened, but for ensuring it never happens again, said an attorney for 300 Altadena residents. | Tue 01/21 07:19pm PST

Pasadena cancels parade portion of Black History Festival | City News Service

This year’s Black History Festival will focus on recovery within the community, following large-scale destruction from the Eaton Fire, that burned across Altadena, Pasadena and Glendale. | Wed 01/22 11:11am PST

White House sidelines 160 National Security Council staffers, aligning the team with Trump’s agenda | Associated Press

The move is meant to ensure the council is staffed by those who support Trump’s agenda. | Wed 01/22 08:53am PST

This Claremont Colleges group is building air filters for those affected by Eaton Fire | Liz Ohanesian

As it turns out, there was a growing need for air purifiers amongst those still living within the vicinity of the Eaton Fire | Wed 01/22 10:46am PST

On ‘Farmtok,’ agriculture gets its moment in the spotlight. What would it mean if that disappeared? | Associated Press

A younger generation of farmers is relying on social media to connect with audiences outside agriculture. | Wed 01/22 10:45am PST

Experience premium sound with the best wireless earbuds | Bestreviews

Once you make the switch to wireless earbuds, you’ll also know how freeing it is to finally be divorced from cables tying you down. | Wed 01/22 10:45am PST

Debris cleanup underway as officials prepare for rain in Palisades, Eaton burn areas | Nathaniel Percy

County officials were putting in K-rails and sandbags to reroute possible mudslides and debris flows with rain forecast for the weekend. | Wed 01/22 10:01am PST

The Grammys will proceed with wildfire relief changes and Trevor Noah as host. Here’s what to expect | Associated Press

Comedian Trevor Noah will host the show for the fifth consecutive time. | Wed 01/22 10:36am PST

Top eye serums for a youthful and refreshed look | Bestreviews

Our team of experts has selected the best eye serums out of dozens of options. | Wed 01/22 10:32am PST

Tracking Trump’s campaign promises | Associated Press

The president made a lot of big promises during his run for the White House. Is he delivering? | Wed 01/22 09:41am PST

Trump’s embrace of meme coin sours mood in crypto industry | Associated Press

By associating himself so closely with meme coins, some crypto fans worry that Trump hurts his chances to help the wider crypto industry. | Wed 01/22 09:45am PST

Tracking Trump’s Cabinet nominations | Associated Press

Which nominees have been confirmed? | Wed 01/22 09:30am PST

Will Disneyland fill the Hyperion and Fantasyland theaters? Here are 7 options | Brady MacDonald

No new Broadway-style shows are planned for the Hyperion or Fantasyland theaters in 2025. | Wed 01/22 10:25am PST

OC’s Descanso brings elevated, street-inspired food and plancha dining to LA | Richard Guzman

Descanso opens its first Los Angeles location on Jan. 23. | Wed 01/22 10:06am PST

Travel: Past Carnival flagship Panorama turns 5, looking better than new | David Dickstein

The ship, whose 2019 arrival in Southern California was announced with a blimp and a Rose Parade float, continues to ply the Mexican Riviera. | Wed 01/22 09:57am PST

Chargers’ Khalil Mack reportedly to play 12th NFL season | Elliott Teaford

The outside linebacker, set to become a free agent and uncertain about his future after the playoff loss to Houston, said his best chance to win was to re-sign | Wed 01/22 09:51am PST

Dodgers 2025 spring training preview: catchers | Bill Plunkett

Will Smith returns as the primary catcher despite a troubling four-year slide in his OPS, with Austin Barnes in his familiar backup role. Top prospect Dalton Rushing’s bat could be ready for the bi… | Wed 01/22 08:31am PST

Angels 2025 spring training position preview: catchers | Jeff Fletcher

Logan O’Hoppe returns as the starter, but they signed veteran Travis d’Arnaud to be his backup. O’Hoppe was one of the best offensive catchers in the majors in the first four months of 2024, before… | Wed 01/22 08:30am PST

Suspect killed in shootout with deputies in Huntington Park | City News Service

Los Angeles County Fire Department paramedics arrived at the location and, despite rendering life-saving measures, pronounced the man dead at the scene. | Tue 01/21 08:13pm PST

State’s plan to boost efficiency is pure Newsom | The Editorial Board

We’ll withhold judgment about the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency until we see some action. | Wed 01/22 08:00am PST

Biden’s last attack on norms with pardons | The Editorial Board

Joe Biden ostensibly ran for president more than four years ago promising to bring America back to normalcy. He presented himself as a defender of American political norms. | Wed 01/22 07:50am PST

Clemency for Leonard Peltier: A step toward justice and healing | James Ramos

The fight for Leonard Peltier is a fight for all of us. | Wed 01/22 07:30am PST

Trump demands an apology from bishop who asked him to ‘have mercy’ on LGBTQ+ people and migrants | Associated Press

Donald Trump is demanding an apology from the Episcopal bishop. | Wed 01/22 05:20am PST

CEO Lives Matter | Nikos Sotirakopoulos

Those of us who understand how great the work of business leaders is, are the ones who need to stand up. First | Wed 01/22 07:00am PST

Frumpy Mom: When should you take the rug rats to Disneyland? | Marla Jo Fisher

Do infants and toddlers get enough out of the park to make a visit worthwhile? | Wed 01/22 07:00am PST

County wants probe into delayed evacuation alerts in Eaton fire area where 17 died | Jason Henry

The investigation is critical for not only understanding what happened, but for ensuring it never happens again, said an attorney for 300 Altadena residents. | Tue 01/21 07:19pm PST

Larry Wilson: No, Pasadena should not annex the town of Altadena after fire | Larry Wilson

Don’t sell short. | Wed 01/22 07:00am PST

Once a landmark of holiday lights in Pasadena, Upper Hastings Ranch community hit hard by Eaton fire | Ryanne Mena

Some hope to rebuild in their beloved community. | Tue 01/21 06:18pm PST

Suspects sought in theft of equipment from fire engine in Rancho Cucamonga | City News Service

The theft happened in the predawn hours Friday in the 9500 block of Milliken Avenue, near Fourth Street | Tue 01/21 08:48pm PST

Lakers rout Wizards to extend dominance against sub-.500 teams | Khobi Price

LeBron James has his first triple-double as a 40-year-old, Anthony Davis has a dominant 29-point effort and the Lakers hand Washington its 11th consecutive loss, 111-88. | Tue 01/21 10:24pm PST

Despite dangerous winds, firefighters make progress on Palisades, Eaton fires | Nathaniel Percy

Crews battling both fires continued to address hot spots within the fires’ perimeters, officials say. | Tue 01/21 07:31am PST

Monterey Park leaders laud helpers, community on anniversary of massacre | Anissa Rivera

On anniversary of mass shooting, Monterey Park reflects on life after tragedy. | Tue 01/21 07:58pm PST

Suspects sought in theft of equipment from fire engine deployed during Santa Ana winds in Rancho Cucamonga | City News Service

The theft happened in the predawn hours Friday in the 9500 block of Milliken Avenue, near Fourth Street | Tue 01/21 08:48pm PST

Ceasefire or not, Israel must be ready to vanquish its enemies | Walter E Block

Stop worrying about the UN, campus socialists and other apologetics for genocide | Tue 01/21 08:35pm PST

All evacuations lifted after firefighters gain upper hand on 85-acre Bonsall fire | Karen Kucher

Forward progress was stopped on the Lilac fire around 10 a.m. It was one of three fires in North County early Tuesday. | Tue 01/21 06:29am PST

Swanson: Angel City raises the bar with upgraded training facility | Mirjam Swanson

The opening of the largest dedicated training facility in the NWSL is another symbol of hard-won progress for veteran standouts Christen Press and Ali Riley. | Tue 01/21 08:15pm PST

The Legislature must act to approve cheaper fuel blend for California drivers | David Alvarez

Lowering the cost of gas by approving AB 30 is a common-sense proposal that will provide drivers immediate relief and signal the Legislature’s intent to prioritize rising costs. | Tue 01/21 07:57pm PST

Man suspected of starting fire in South Pasadena is arrested | Ryanne Mena

Authorities began receiving calls of a fire in the 200 block of Pasadena Avenue on Saturday morning. | Tue 01/21 07:45pm PST

Trump to visit disaster-hit North Carolina, then Southern California on Friday | Bloomberg

The president cited the disasters during his inauguration speech Monday as examples of an insufficient federal response to communities in need. | Tue 01/21 01:18pm PST

Pasadena extends red flag warnings and parking restrictions through Thursday | Teresa Liu

Unless conditions change, the restrictions will be in place within the city through 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23, officials said. | Tue 01/21 05:10pm PST

Why all California homeowners could be on the hook for LA County wildfire costs | Jeff Collins

Insurance providers could charge policyholders a “supplemental fee” if the state’s insurer of last resort runs out of money. | Tue 01/21 05:26pm PST

Trump administration directs all federal diversity, equity and inclusion staff be put on leave | Associated Press

A memo directs agencies to place DEI office staffers on paid leave by 5 p.m. Wednesday. | Tue 01/21 03:03pm PST

This week’s bestsellers at Southern California’s independent bookstores | Staff report

See the top-selling releases among hardcover fiction and nonfiction, plus trade and mass market paperbacks for the sales week that ended Jan. 19. | Tue 01/21 06:25pm PST

Southern California’s next challenge is rain in burnt areas, though it should be light this weekend | Sydney Barragan

The region may be nearly out of the woods as to the high winds, but rainfall poses its own risks. | Tue 01/21 05:08pm PST

Wrongful death lawsuits filed 2 years after mass shooting in Monterey Park | Sean Emery

The lawsuits target the estate of the gunman and the dance studio where the shootings took place. | Tue 01/21 05:08pm PST

LAFC acquires midfielder Mark Delgado in first trade with Galaxy | Josh Gross

The Black & Gold, who send $400,000 in GAM split over two seasons to their rivals for the Glendora native, also sign Brazilian striker Igor Jesus. | Tue 01/21 05:16pm PST

Republican senators are mostly quiet on Trump’s sweeping pardons of Jan. 6 rioters | Associated Press

Moving beyond the attack on the Capitol has become a central approach for congressional Republicans who have enthusiastically re-embraced Trump after his 2020 defeat and his attempts to overturn Bi… | Tue 01/21 03:31pm PST

Democrats struggle to pick their message against Trump’s shock-and-awe campaign | Associated Press

Democrats are struggling to confront the sheer volume of executive orders, pardons, personnel changes and controversial relationships taking shape in the new administration. | Tue 01/21 02:34pm PST

Amid wildfire trauma, LA County dispatches mental health workers to evacuees | KFF Health News

Surviving a disaster like the Eaton and Palisades wildfires can take a severe psychological toll, and the county is aiming to provide support for those in shelters and other evacuation settings. | Tue 01/21 04:59pm PST

Alexander: Every Dodgers signing brings more whining | Jim Alexander

Instead of cries about the Dodgers and a salary cap, shouldn’t the onus be on the 29 other baseball owners who aren’t apparently competing for free agents? | Tue 01/21 03:37pm PST

LA County Supervisors ask President Trump for wildfire aid. Will he answer yes, maybe or with conditions? | Steve Scauzillo

How will Trump and the new Congress react when LA County Board of Supervisors asks them for federal dollars for fire victims? | Tue 01/21 04:22pm PST

Pete Hegseth’s former sister-in-law alleges abuse against second wife in affidavit | Associated Press

The affidavit describes Hegseth’s treatment of his second wife, Samantha, and alleges repeat drunkenness and a domestic situation where Samantha Hegseth had a safe word to indicate if she was in da… | Tue 01/21 02:38pm PST

Firefighters gain upper hand after 85-acre Bonsall fire forces evacuations | Karen Kucher

Forward progress was stopped on the Lilac fire around 10 a.m. It was one of three fires in North County early Tuesday. | Tue 01/21 06:29am PST

Trump sets out to erase Biden’s legacy with pardons and orders immediately after taking office | Associated Press

The pardons fulfill Trump’s promise to release supporters who tried to help him overturn his election defeat. | Mon 01/20 08:59am PST

Pardons for Southern California Jan. 6 defendants include those who attacked police | Sean Emery

The pardons, which cover all Jan. 6 defendants, also include a former Orange County police chief. | Tue 01/21 02:58pm PST

Money raised on GoFundMe could affect federal aid for victims of LA wildfires | Mona Darwish

By law, FEMA cannot duplicate benefits received from another source for the same disaster-related expense, such as replacing a car. Doing so would require individuals to pay back aid received from … | Mon 01/20 05:55pm PST

‘Ridiculously delicious’ Epcot caramel popcorn coming soon to Downtown Disney | Brady MacDonald

Werther’s Original Caramel popcorn will be freshly made in the exhibition kitchen of the new Disney Wonderful World of Sweets. | Tue 01/21 03:37pm PST

Dodgers keep adding – 2-time All-Star reliever Kirby Yates is next | Bill Plunkett

The Dodgers are reportedly close to reaching agreement on a contract with Yates, who led the majors with 41 saves in 2019 and made the All-Star team with the Rangers last year. | Tue 01/21 03:30pm PST

Trump administration throws out policies limiting migrant arrests at sensitive spots like churches | Associated Press

The move reverses guidance that for over a decade has restricted two key federal immigration agencies from carrying out immigration enforcement in sensitive locations. | Tue 01/21 02:50pm PST

Clippers’ steady Ivica Zubac has everyone taking notice | Janis Carr

The center is averaging career highs in points (15.0), rebounds (12.7) and assists (2.6) and remains a solid rim protector, drawing praise from coaches, teammates and opponents. | Tue 01/21 03:19pm PST

Trump’s executive order gives TikTok a reprieve. What happens next? | Associated Press

Does Trump have the authority to issue such an order? Is TikTok’s owner willing to sell? | Tue 01/21 12:53pm PST

Marco Rubio became secretary of state without a hitch. Keeping Trump’s favor may be harder | Associated Press

Rubio comes into the job with more experience than President Trump’s previous secretaries of state. | Tue 01/21 11:56am PST

President Trump wants to make showerheads and toilets flow greatly again, but so may utility bills | Associated Press

The standards are intended to make dishwashers, refrigerators, toilets and the like use less energy and water. | Tue 01/21 01:15pm PST

Dodgers schedule annual FanFest for Feb. 1 | Bill Plunkett

The annual event will be moved to the parking lot due to the ongoing renovation project inside Dodger Stadium. A portion of proceeds will go toward relief efforts for the L.A. wildfire victims. | Tue 01/21 02:10pm PST

Firefighters gain upper hand after 80-acre Bonsall fire forces evacuations | Karen Kucher

Forward progress was stopped on the Lilac fire around 10 a.m. It was one of three fires in North County early Tuesday. | Tue 01/21 06:29am PST

Kings must ‘wake up’ versus defending champion Panthers | Andrew Knoll

Having lost four of their past five games, the Kings look to shake a lopsided loss to Pittsburgh and welcome Eastern powerhouse Florida on Wednesday night | Tue 01/21 01:38pm PST

Eaton fire victim remembered for valiant attempt to save beloved family home | Scott Schwebke

Victor Shaw, described as a “gentle soul” by a cousin, was found dead in the burned-out rubble of his Altadena home clutching a garden hose. | Tue 01/21 12:48pm PST

FireAid L.A. Benefit concert releases lineup for both Kia Forum and Intuit Dome | Holly Alvarado

Tickets for FireAid will go on sale at noon Wednesday, Jan. 22, at Ticketmaster.com. | Tue 01/21 12:47pm PST

Disneyland may remove Haunted Mansion hanging corpse scene | Brady MacDonald

The challenge for Walt Disney Imagineering is fitting a rethemed scene in the limited space above the stretching room. | Tue 01/21 12:40pm PST

Unwind in warmth with these top fleece robes for men | Bestreviews

Fleece robes are loved for their soft texture and luxurious comfort. | Tue 01/21 12:36pm PST

Which belt is best for runners? | Bestreviews

Here are some of the best running belts that stay in place and don’t cause any irritation, so you can bring along all your essentials on your next run. | Tue 01/21 12:28pm PST

Power up your routines with these top medicine balls | Bestreviews

Medicine balls are a great alternative for dumbbells or barbells, or you can use them in tandem with free weights. | Tue 01/21 12:18pm PST

Blair, Muir, Marshall and Pasadena high schools return to sports after being halted by Eaton fire | Fred Robledo

With schools beginning to reopen, sports are being allowed to resume too. One of the first games this week will be Muir and Pasadena in girls water polo on Wednesday. | Tue 01/21 10:22am PST

10 apps that will help you save money on food | Tribune News Service

While cutting back isn’t the only solution, smartphone apps can provide substantial grocery savings through cash-back rewards, digital coupons, discounts and loyalty programs. | Tue 01/21 11:25am PST

How the Dream Syndicate’s Steve Wynn combined music and memoir for West Coast tour | Peter Larsen

The solo acoustic tour blends together Wynn’s 2024 memoir “I Wouldn’t Say It If It Wasn’t True” with songs from throughout his career. | Tue 01/21 11:30am PST

Here’s what President Trump said about LA wildfires during his inaugural address | Staff report

He declared California Gov. Gavin Newsom “incompetent” and blamed the mammoth fires on the state’s water policies. | Mon 01/20 02:10pm PST

On becoming a weather-watching gardener and community | Melinda Myers

Each gardening season seems to offer new growing challenges. Our gardens are exposed to more drastic and variable weather with changing weather patterns. | Tue 01/21 11:08am PST

States sue to stop Trump’s order blocking birthright citizenship | Associated Press

Attorneys general in 18 states sued Tuesday to block the order, saying birthright citizenship cannot be undone with the stroke of the president’s pen. | Tue 01/21 09:55am PST

Trump prepares America for global competition | John Seiler

Not all Trump’s policies will be the right ones. But he’s preparing us for the increasing competition that, if all goes right, will be peaceful. | Tue 01/21 10:47am PST

Navy names ship after former Camp Pendleton Marine Megan McClung | Gary Robbins

In 2006 she became the first woman U.S. Marine killed during the Iraq War. | Tue 01/21 05:00am PST

Judge Aileen Cannon blocks release of special counsel Jack Smith report on Trump classified documents case | Dave Goldiner

Cannon told the Justice Department to keep the report under wraps, raising the likelihood it will never be seen by the public. | Tue 01/21 10:25am PST

Trump’s first full day back in White House includes firings and an infrastructure announcement | Associated Press

Among those Trump fired: chef and humanitarian Jose Andres from the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition. | Tue 01/21 08:52am PST

Abracadabra! About a dozen magicians are appearing at this magical L.A. festival | Richard Guzman

Magicians come together at this annual festival | Tue 01/21 09:44am PST

Murder charge upheld for the only suspect to face prosecution in 1996 Tupac Shakur killing | Associated Press

Duane “Keffe D” Davis and his lawyer have argued that he never should have been charged with murder because of immunity agreements he says he reached years ago with federal and local authorities.… | Tue 01/21 09:50am PST

Why the author of AI novel ‘We Lived on the Horizon’ says to unplug Siri and Alexa | Diya Chacko

Erika Swyler, speculative fiction author of ‘Light from Other Stars’ and ‘The Book of Speculation,’ explores artificial intelligence in her latest book. | Tue 01/21 10:00am PST

Altadena’s Black business owners see hurdles ahead of rebuilding effort | Pat Maio

Many of the small businesses along Lake Avenue and Mariposa Street have burned to the ground. How many will reopen? | Mon 01/20 01:54pm PST

Former Proud Boys leader and Oath Keepers founder released after Trump offers Jan. 6 clemency | Associated Press

Trump’s order benefited more than 1,500 defendants. | Tue 01/21 08:09am PST

Seal Beach restaurant will host benefit concert for victims of Los Angeles fires | Michael Slaten

The Los Angeles-based Ashe Brothers band will headline a performance on Sunday, Feb. 2 at The Beach House restaurant in Seal Beach. | Tue 01/21 09:11am PST

Ready or not, Donald Trump has returned | The Editorial Board

“The Golden Age of America begins right now,” declared President Donald Trump in his inaugural address on Monday. “From this day forward, our country will flourish and be respected again all over t… | Tue 01/21 08:00am PST

LA region faces another ‘potentially dangerous situation’ with high winds and fire threat | Nathaniel Percy

A “particularly dangerous situation” red flag warning for fire weather was set to last until 10 a.m. Tuesday. | Mon 01/20 07:55am PST

Abrupt end to border app that brought nearly 1 million to US strands many in Mexico | Associated Press

CBP One has been wildly popular, especially with Venezuelans, Cubans, Haitians and Mexicans. Now, they were stranded at the U.S. border or deeper in Mexico. | Mon 01/20 04:19pm PST

A lost manuscript explores the origins of the Grateful Dead | Marla Jo Fisher

The book will be of particular interest, of course, to fans of the Grateful Dead, many of whom treasure any knowledge about the group’s background and history. | Tue 01/21 07:15am PST

Should some parts of Los Angeles never rebuild? | Bloomberg

Time to think about systematically moving populations away from regions severely affected by climate change? | Tue 01/21 07:00am PST

Water quality still undergoing daily tests in Pacific Palisades, Pasadena area for drinking safety | Donna Littlejohn

DWP says water pressure to Palisades area is fully restored and “three, 1-million-gallon tanks are refilled.” | Mon 01/20 04:02pm PST

Braving the cold, Southern Californians flock to Washington for Trump inauguration festivities | Kaitlyn Schallhorn

Some were happy that the traditional plans to hold the inauguration outside were scrapped at the last minute; others were disappointed but understanding. | Mon 01/20 02:19pm PST

Disneyland has a Haunted Mansion problem; here’s how to fix it | Robert Niles

Disneyland guests have been riding Doom Buggies for 55 years now, but what story is the attraction trying to tell? | Tue 01/21 06:33am PST

Got $5,670 a month? Los Angeles County house payments surge 98% in 5 years | Jonathan Lansner

Buyer spending 40% of their income on payments needs to earn $170,000 a year – plus have $173,800 for a downpayment. | Tue 01/21 06:24am PST

Depleted Clippers see their win streak end against Bulls | Janis Carr

With Kawhi Leonard and Ivica Zubac unavailable, the Clippers can’t keep up with Zach LaVine (35 points) and Chicago after halftime and lose for the first time in five games, 112-99. | Mon 01/20 10:11pm PST

Ohio State outlasts Notre Dame for its 6th national title to cap 1st 12-team playoff | The Associated Press

Notre Dame trims a 24-point deficit to eight late in the fourth quarter, but the Buckeyes come up with a huge third-down conversion in a 34-23 victory, securing their first championship since the 2… | Mon 01/20 08:24pm PST

WR Cooper Kupp uncertain about future with Rams | Adam Grosbard

With an expensive contract and declining production entering his age-32 season, it would not be a surprise if the Rams do move on from the oft-injured Kupp. “Who knows what’s going to happen,” he s… | Mon 01/20 03:15pm PST

Fiscal responsibility: The only path leading all the way out of our inflation quagmire | Veronique De Rugy

History tells us that the longer we wait, the more costly the eventual solution becomes. | Mon 01/20 10:13pm PST

The law that disarmed Trump is unfair, illogical and constitutionally dubious | Jacob Sullum

Unless Trump successfully challenges his 34 felony convictions on appeal, he will suffer a lifelong penalty that should trouble civil libertarians across the political spectrum. | Mon 01/20 10:08pm PST

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Southern California honors civil rights leader with service | Staff And Wire Reports

From Long Beach to Los Angeles, volunteers pay tribute by helping their communities. The 1960s icon is also remembered in ceremonies across LA County. | Mon 01/20 02:23pm PST

President Trump’s inauguration is marked with celebration and protest across Southern California | Hanna Kang

Some donned red, white, and blue and celebrated the 47th president. Others filled the streets in protest of another Trump presidency. | Mon 01/20 04:23pm PST

Senate passes immigrant detention bill that could be the first measure Trump signs into law | Associated Press

The bill would require federal authorities to detain migrants accused of theft and violent crimes. | Mon 01/20 03:47pm PST

Trump signs orders to remake border security, but his efforts will face challenges | Associated Press

A wide-ranging series of steps Trump has promised to beef up security at the southern border is beginning to take effect. | Mon 01/20 06:45am PST

Why are lone homes left standing after California wildfires? It’s not entirely luck | Associated Press

Many experts say luck does play a part. But they also say there are many ways that homes can be made less vulnerable to fire. | Mon 01/20 11:10am PST

Trump issues pardons for participants in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol | Associated Press

The pardons fulfill Trump’s promise to release supporters who tried to help him overturn his election defeat. | Mon 01/20 08:59am PST

Senate confirms Marco Rubio as secretary of state, giving Trump the first member of his Cabinet | Associated Press

It’s typical for the Senate to confirm some of a new president’s top Cabinet positions on Inauguration Day. | Mon 01/20 02:51pm PST

Crumbl partners with the Jonas Brothers an a sweet and salty cookie | Fielding Buck

The buttery cookie is topped with popcorn created by a friend of the pop band. | Mon 01/20 04:20pm PST

Lakers’ roster construction comes into focus near midpoint of season | Khobi Price

Lakers star LeBron James says the roster makes for a razor-thin margin for error, and their negative point differential supports that. “We have to play close-to-perfect basketball,” he says. | Mon 01/20 03:56pm PST

This map shows where the Eaton fire is burning in Pasadena area | Daniel Aitken

A brush fire fueled by high winds ignited Tuesday evening in the Eaton Canyon area in Pasadena. | Tue 01/07 07:45pm PST

Hundreds mourn 17-year-old cheerleader killed in Azusa | Anissa Rivera

The family of Angelina Gonzales celebrated her life amid a call for justice. She was stabbed in Azusa on Dec. 20. | Mon 01/20 03:49pm PST

Biden pardons Jan. 6 panel members Sen. Adam Schiff and Rep. Pete Aguilar | Beau Yarbrough

The pardon extended to all members of the House committee who investigated the 2021 attack on the Capitol. | Mon 01/20 03:40pm PST

Fake firefighters roll up to Palisades evacuation zone in phony fire truck, are arrested, police say | Andrea Klick

2 people are accused of impersonating firefighters and unlawfully entering an evacuation zone. | Sun 01/19 06:16pm PST

Canada relieved Trump doesn’t impose tariffs on first day in office | Associated Press

Our neighbor to the north is one of the most trade-dependent countries in the world, and 75% of its exports, which include automobiles and parts, go to the U.S. | Mon 01/20 02:50pm PST

Trump seeks to remake border security but his efforts will face challenges | Associated Press

A wide-ranging series of steps Trump has promised to beef up security at the southern border is beginning to take effect. | Mon 01/20 06:45am PST

Trump returns to power after unprecedented comeback, emboldened to reshape American institutions | Associated Press

Trump is set to sign a slew of executive orders on Day 1. | Mon 01/20 08:59am PST

Ramaswamy won’t serve on Trump’s government efficiency commission as he mulls run for Ohio governor | Associated Press

Ramaswamy, who sought the 2024 Republican nomination for president, has signaled plans to run for governor of Ohio. | Mon 01/20 02:15pm PST

Swanson: What would it take for the Clippers to gain ground on the Lakers? | Mirjam Swanson

Watching as the Clippers defeated the Lakers for the 13th time in 16 games, and did it under their own roof at Intuit Dome, brought to mind a normally frivolous question. | Mon 01/20 02:45pm PST

The race is on to open America’s first tilt coaster | Brady MacDonald

Ohio’s Cedar Point and the new Cotaland amusement park in Austin, Texas both plan to open Vekoma tilt coasters in 2025. | Mon 01/20 02:43pm PST

Trump’s inauguration speech over-promised and he will under-deliver | Rafael Perez

He made wild, over-the-top claims about the state of our country and made himself out to be the one to save us all from the literal hell on Earth that we find ourselves in. | Mon 01/20 02:25pm PST

Laws will be suspended to speed up debris cleanup of Palisades, Eaton fires | City News Service

The executive order will suspend certain environmental rules and approval procedures for 90 days, the governor says. | Mon 01/20 01:56pm PST

What Melania Trump wore to the inauguration — including the hat | Associated Press

As the world watches for the transition of power on Inauguration Day, the fashion industry eyes the ensembles of the first ladies. | Mon 01/20 12:20pm PST

Symbol of unity? Inauguration news coverage illustrates differences that pull country apart | Associated Press

A presidential inauguration is traditionally a symbol of the traditions that bind Americans together. Mainstream media coverage of the event on Monday provided many reminders of what keeps people a… | Mon 01/20 01:42pm PST

Amid winds and wildfires, some thoughts on tree pruning and landscaping | Joshua Siskin

If you see a massive branch of a tree that’s broken off, perhaps you ask yourself: Why this one? | Mon 01/20 01:33pm PST

Firefighters rescue blind, deaf dog named Fluffy who was trapped in Duarte storm drain | City News Service

An LA County Fire Department urban search-and-rescue team responded to the scene and went to work on saving the small animal. | Mon 01/20 01:22pm PST

Free and discounted accommodations for wildfire evacuees | Sandra Barrera

Short-term lodging can be challenging for those displaced by the Southern California wildfires, but more options have emerged since the fires began. | Thu 01/09 04:02pm PST

Focusing on rebirth after massive fire loss, Altadena Town Council plans online meeting | David Wilson

The meeting will be the first regular council meeting since the Eaton fire destroyed much of Altadena. | Mon 01/20 12:57pm PST

Monterey Park holding vigil on two-year anniversary of mass shooting | David Wilson

Tuesday, Jan. 21, marks the two-year anniversary of a mass shooting that left 11 people dead and nine injured. | Mon 01/20 12:10pm PST

Trump vows to change the name of North America’s tallest peak from Denali to Mount McKinley | Associated Press

Trump, who took office for a second time Monday, said he planned to “restore the name of a great president, William McKinley, to Mount McKinley, where it should be and where it belongs. | Mon 01/20 11:56am PST

Man killed, 2 victims injured in Industry shooting | City News Service

It happened Sunday morning in the 200 block of California Avenue, east of Valley Boulevard. | Sun 01/19 04:57pm PST

Photos: Drone images above Altadena capture massive Eaton fire destruction | Jeff Gritchen

The fire has burned 14,117 acres in Altadena and Pasadena since Jan. 7, leaving at least 17 people dead. | Sun 01/19 07:34pm PST

Rams lament end of special season after playoff exit | Adam Grosbard

The Rams struggle to contain Eagles running back Saquon Barkley again and get turned away on their final drive in a 28-22 loss, falling one win short of a spot in the NFC title game. | Sun 01/19 03:21pm PST

The best yoga towels to keep you from sliding around | Bestreviews

Yoga towels designed to accompany a yoga practice usually are microfiber, which absorbs more moisture than regular towels. | Mon 01/20 10:56am PST

Why screenwriter David Koepp says ghosts stories like ‘Presence’ are ‘hopeful’ | Stuart Miller

The writer teams with Steven Soderbergh on this haunting story with a twist: The entire film is shot from the point-of-view of the ghost. | Mon 01/20 10:55am PST

Trump is set to sign a slew of executive orders on Day 1. What are his priorities? | Associated Press

Trump will declare a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border, send U.S. troops to help support immigration agents and restrict refugees and asylum. | Mon 01/20 08:24am PST

The best thermal underwear for cold-weather comfort | Bestreviews

Thermal underwear can provide insulation beneath your clothing and keep you comfortably warm no matter how long you spend outdoors. | Mon 01/20 10:50am PST

Crypto executives warn Trump’s memecoins harm the industry | Bloomberg

The memecoin sector is full of joke tokens offering little intrinsic value and lots of volatility, feeding criticism of the nascent industry as frivolous and risky. | Mon 01/20 10:35am PST

Trump will issue executive orders to remake immigration policies but they will face challenges | Associated Press

The move adheres to a promise Trump made during his campaign. | Mon 01/20 06:45am PST

How Southern California firefighters are preparing for more dangerous Santa Ana winds | Erika I. Ritchie

The Santa Anas are expected to be most powerful Monday night into Tuesday. Fire services across the region say they are ready. | Sun 01/19 07:15pm PST

Recipe: This Lemon-Angel Cake Dessert is sweet and scrumptious | Cathy Thomas

The dish uses chunks of angel food cake in a lemon custard mixture. | Mon 01/20 10:21am PST

Trump, in his inaugural address, rips into the country’s past leaders and makes sweeping promises | Associated Press

On Monday, Trump declared the country’s “decline” will end immediately, ushering in “the golden age of America.” | Mon 01/20 09:56am PST

Here are 10 ways to celebrate Lunar New Year in Southern California | Richard Guzman

Lunar New Year celebrations are taking place all over the area. | Mon 01/20 08:20am PST

Pasadena extends do-not-drink-water notice, but fewer customers now affected | City News Service

The notice “reflects a further reduction of impacted PWP water accounts to approximately 4% of service connections,” city officials said in a statement. | Mon 01/20 09:30am PST

Jeff Torborg, former Dodgers and Angels catcher, and longtime manager, dies at 83 | Associated Press

Torborg caught no-hitters from Sandy Koufax, Bill Singer and Nolan Ryan, and played for World Series champion Dodgers team in 1965. | Mon 01/20 08:28am PST

FBI acting chief says he’s retiring as Trump’s pick to lead the bureau awaits Senate confirmation | Associated Press

It’s unclear who will run the FBI as confirmation proceedings are underway for Trump’s pick. | Mon 01/20 08:47am PST

Civil rights leaders and King family mark MLK Day as a special call to action as Trump takes office | Associated Press

It’s a disquieting contrast for some civil rights advocates who wish to fulfill King’s dream of non-violent social revolution. | Mon 01/20 09:11am PST

Olivia Rodrigo, Alanis Morissette, Stevie Wonder added to FireAid benefit concerts | Peter Larsen

John Fogerty, Black Crowes, Graham Nash, Peso Pluma, Dawes, and Anderson .Paak have also been added to the bill now. | Mon 01/20 08:44am PST

Another round of ‘extreme’ Santa Ana winds raises fire danger for already reeling LA region | Sydney Barragan

Dangerous fire weather conditions starting Monday could extend throughout the week, forecasters say. | Sat 01/18 12:21pm PST

Trump returning to power after unprecedented comeback, emboldened to reshape American institutions | Associated Press

Trump will be sworn in as the 47th president on Monday. | Mon 01/20 06:00am PST

Trump will issue executive orders to remake immigration policies; legal, logistical questions remain | Associated Press

Trump has promised a raft of orders to remake immigration policy when he takes office. | Mon 01/20 06:45am PST

Biden pardons Fauci and Milley in an effort to guard against potential ‘revenge’ by Trump | Associated Press

President Biden has pardoned Fauci, Milley and House committee that investigated the Jan. 6 Capitol attack | Mon 01/20 04:21am PST

New Ten-Q website lets radio fans hear KTNQ AM, one of LA’s best ’70s-era stations | Richard Wagoner

Take a tour for yourself and let me know what you think. | Mon 01/20 07:00am PST

More progress made on Palisades, Eaton fires, as strong winds to hit again Monday | Andrea Klick

The Palisades fire was 56% contained on Sunday; the Eaton fire was 81% surrounded. | Sun 01/19 09:18am PST

Trump returns to a changed Washington, this time with a full embrace from Republicans | Associated Press

Donald Trump will be surrounded by a very different Washington than he was eight years ago. | Mon 01/20 06:18am PST

Black hairstylists and barbers offer free services, products for Eaton fire victims | Victoria Ivie

Fire victims of all ages, races and genders got help Sunday, Jan. 19. A similar event is set for Monday, Jan. 20. | Sun 01/19 04:38pm PST

Collective trauma of LA wildfires could create mental health problems for decades | Andre Mouchard

Most survivors won’t need help. But other community disasters created struggles for a significant number of people, often years after the event. | Sun 01/19 07:00am PST

Son fights for ‘justice’ for Chinese immigrant father who died in Eaton fire | Teresa Liu

Zhi Feng Zhao, 84, born into a life of poverty in rural China, was killed in his Altadena home. His son blames Southern California Edison in a lawsuit. | Sun 01/19 12:52pm PST

First came the firefight. Now comes the battle for Altadena’s future | David Wilson

In the wake of the Eaton fire, Altadena braces for what comes next. | Sun 01/19 11:51am PST

Clippers welcome Lakers to Intuit Dome with dominant win | Janis Carr

Norman Powell scores 22 points, James Harden and Ivica Zubac add double-doubles and the Clippers lead by as much as 26 points on their way to a 116-102 victory in the first meeting at their new are… | Sun 01/19 08:54pm PST

Rams’ QB Matthew Stafford to think about future after playoff exit | Adam Grosbard

Stafford, 36, who has two years left on his contract, says he will “take some time to think about it” when asked after the Rams’ season-ending 28-22 loss to the Eagles. | Sun 01/19 05:58pm PST

JuJu Watkins leads No. 4 USC women’s basketball team to Big Ten win at Indiana | The Associated Press

The sophomore star scores 22 points and Rayah Marshall adds 13 points and 10 rebounds as the Trojans overcome an 11-point deficit and hold on for a 73-66 victory. | Sun 01/19 12:04pm PST

Photos: Drone images capture massive sweep of Eaton fire destruction | Jeff Gritchen

The fire has burned 14,117 acres in Altadena and Pasadena since Jan. 7, leaving at least 17 people dead. | Sun 01/19 07:34pm PST

Alexander: It may not always have been comfortable, but Sepp Straka had it all the way | Jim Alexander

A final round 70 secured his triumph at The American Express golf tournament at La Quinta. | Sun 01/19 06:25pm PST

Newsom orders state agencies to help enforce looting, trespassing laws in wildfire areas | Andrea Klick

An executive order directs the CHP and other agencies to help local law enforcement as evacuation orders are lifted. | Sun 01/19 08:38pm PST

As more wild winds to hit Southern California, firefighters gear up by the thousands | Erika I. Ritchie

The Santa Anas are expected to be most powerful Monday night into Tuesday. Fire services across the region say they are ready. | Sun 01/19 07:15pm PST

The end of Karen Bass and the rise of Rick Caruso? | Douglas Schoen

At this point, it remains to be seen just how vulnerable Bass is due to her perceived failure to prepare and then respond to the fires.  | Sun 01/19 12:00pm PST

Gloria Romero: To honor Dr. King, President Trump should declare a national education emergency | Gloria Romero

Make America Read Again—MARA—should be the rallying call. Let’s start with schools named for a King. | Sun 01/19 05:30pm PST

The Laken Riley Act misses the target | David J Bier

What happened to Laken Riley is a tragedy, and Congress should thoughtfully focus on identifying and removing criminal threats. | Sun 01/19 05:21pm PST

To speed recovery, California needs to let markets work | Steven Greenhut

I’d urge Newsom to brush up on market economics if he really wants to help residents rebuild. | Sun 01/19 05:12pm PST

Donald Trump has sweeping plans for a second administration. Here’s what he’s proposed | Associated Press

Trump’s agenda would scale back federal government efforts on civil rights and expand presidential powers. | Sun 01/19 08:14am PST

Man killed, 2 others injured in Industry shooting | City News Service

It happened Sunday morning in the 200 block of California Avenue, east of Valley Boulevard. | Sun 01/19 04:57pm PST

Vance will make his mark as the first millennial vice president and the potential MAGA torchbearer | Associated Press

Vance is already a budding kingmaker in Republican politics. | Sun 01/19 09:07am PST

Trump-allied group’s warnings may signal legal blueprint to attack ‘sanctuary’ jurisdictions | Associated Press

The warnings may signal part of a legal a roadmap for Trump’s pledge of mass deportations. | Sun 01/19 09:28am PST

Trump’s inauguration will be first attended by foreign leaders | Associated Press

No heads of state have previously made an official visit to the U.S. for the inauguration. | Sun 01/19 08:58am PST

Chicago prepares for deportation arrests targeting hundreds after Trump takes office | Associated Press

Federal immigration officers will target more than 300 people with histories of egregious, violent crimes. | Sun 01/19 09:20am PST

Witness: Accused killer in LA allegedly said ‘dead girls don’t talk’ about model, actress victims | City News Service

A man charged with murder in connection with the drug overdose deaths of a model and her friend allegedly said that “dead girls don’t talk,” a key prosecution witness testified Fr… | Sat 01/18 03:06pm PST

Late fumbles doom Rams in snowy playoff loss to Eagles | Adam Grosbard

Rams turned away on final drive, ending the season a game short of NFC championship. | Sun 01/19 03:21pm PST

‘Underdogs’ Howard, Leonard will put friendship on hold in CFP title game | The Associated Press

The quarterbacks at Ohio State and Notre Dame, roommates last year at the Manning Passing Academy, lead their respective teams into Monday’s championship game. | Sun 01/19 12:43pm PST

With red flag fire conditions returning, Pasadena activates parking restrictions | Staff report

Fire Chief Chad Augustin directed red flag restrictions, which will be in effect starting 8 a.m., Monday, Jan. 20 through 6 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 21, unless conditions change. | Sun 01/19 12:34pm PST

Tens of thousands in Southern California could lose power starting Monday with return of high winds | Jonathan Horwitz

There were no new preemptive public safety power shutoffs as of Saturday evening. | Sat 01/18 11:59am PST

Kings return from long trip to face Sidney Crosby and the Penguins | Andrew Knoll

Saturday’s loss in Seattle dropped L.A. to 2-3-0 on what coach Jim Hiller called an “unsuccessful” five-game trek. | Sun 01/19 10:41am PST

Dodgers add top reliever on free-agent market, Tanner Scott | Bill Plunkett

The 30-year-old left-hander, who finished last season with the Padres, has been one of the best relievers in baseball the past two years. He has reportedly agreed to a four-year, $72 million contra… | Sun 01/19 10:16am PST

Donald Trump will ‘probably’ visit LA wildfire areas, president-elect says | City News Service

Trump, set to be inaugurated Monday, was invited to visit the wildfire area last week by Gov. Gavin Newsom and County Supervisor Kathryn Barger. | Sat 01/18 10:46am PST

LA Mayor Bass’ political future in turmoil after fire response backlash | Linh Tat

Will voters forgive or forget the negative press that’s confronted the first-term mayor? Time will tell. | Sun 01/19 07:01am PST

Then and now: What has changed as Trump returns to the White House | Associated Press

The once and future president returns to power with know-how and a very different team. | Sun 01/19 08:25am PST

What to watch at Trump’s inauguration: Big Tech CEOs, Carrie Underwood and foreign leaders | Associated Press

Here are some things to look out for during Trump’s inauguration. | Sun 01/19 08:08am PST

Biden’s legacy of poor choices and missed opportunities | The Editorial Board

In his farewell address, President Joe Biden issued a dire warning. “Today, an oligarchy is taking shape in America of extreme wealth, power and influence that literally threatens our entire democr… | Sun 01/19 08:00am PST

How to respond to signs of mild cognitive impairment and memory loss | Helen Dennis

Unfortunately, there is no single or specific test for MCI. | Sun 01/19 07:45am PST

Senior Moments: As fire engulfed Altadena, neighbors came to help | Patricia Bunin

Is it enough? Of course not. But it continues to grow and revitalize the human spirit. | Sun 01/19 07:33am PST

LA Mayor Bass, seeking reelection, deals with PR nightmare amid wildfires | Linh Tat

Will voters forgive or forget the negative press that’s confronted the first-term mayor? Time will tell. | Sun 01/19 07:01am PST

Shelving of clean-air rules ‘a slap in the face,’ Inland activist says | Jeff Horseman

California officials won’t seek EPA waivers for the Advanced Clean Fleets and In-Use Locomotive regulations. | Sun 01/19 07:00am PST

‘Not as devastated as I used to be’: 2 years after Monterey Park killings, recovery inches ahead | Victoria Ivie

Tuesday, Jan. 21 marks the two year anniversary of the Monterey Park mass shooting shook the small but lively San Gabriel Valley city and took the lives of 11 people at Star Ballroom Dance Studio o… | Sun 01/19 05:00am PST

Swanson: C.J. Stroud has turned Rancho Cucamonga into a Texans town | Mirjam Swanson

Folks gather weekly at Wings and Rings restaurant in Rancho Cucamonga during football season to root for their teams and local guy C.J. Stroud, including Saturday, when his second NFL season ended … | Sat 01/18 08:31pm PST