Though Pollo Campero has dozens of outlets in the U.S., travelers returning from Central American bring loads of its fried chicken — a literal taste of home.
The die-off has reignited debate over a fence near the northern tip of Point Reyes that separates elk from cattle ranches.
Men are more likely to die from COVID-19, but less likely to get vaccinated. The gender gap troubles public health experts.
The plan would end a U.S. war that was sparked exactly 20 years before by the terrorist attacks on New York and Washington.
Jordan’s tribes have long been the kingdom’s bedrock and a source of support for the monarchy. But an alleged royal plot may change that.
White supremacists failed to turn out big crowds in Huntington Beach and elsewhere but have more coming, say experts on extremist groups.
There isn’t a single thing Black folks can do to solve white racism, but the onus is placed at our feet anyway.
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Bernie Madoff, notorious financier who orchestrated largest Ponzi scheme in history, dies at 82
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Bernie Madoff, notorious financier who orchestrated largest Ponzi scheme in history, dies at 82
Madoff, who came to epitomize Wall Street corruption as the economy plunged into the worst downturn since the Great Depression, died of natural causes.
Barriers to an equitable education include concentrated poverty in communities, high suspension rates and housing insecurity, a UCLA report found.
Kurniawan, who bilked wine collectors by selling cheaper booze that he re-bottled at home in Arcadia, has been sent back to Indonesia.
Production remains hampered by restrictions necessary for keeping the COVID-19 pandemic at bay, but filmmakers and studios are optimistic that Hollywood is finally reopening.
A slightly better throw to first might have delivered a no-hitter to Trevor Bauer in his first start in Chavez Ravine as a Dodger.
In March, slightly more than half of homes sold for over the asking price across Los Angeles. In some spots, the share was even bigger.
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Cleveland Indians first baseman Yu Chang shared some racist tweets he received after making a costly error in Monday night’s game in Chicago.
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The longtime partners, based in Miami and Mexico City, plan to finally tie the knot. Google and SoftBank Latin America Fund will become investors.
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Placerville, nicknamed “Hangtown” during the Gold Rush era, is reckoning with a macabre symbol on its logo and throughout the city.
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Despite numerous investigations, searches and legal procedures, it took 24 years for an arrest to be made in the disappearance of Kristin Smart.
As it marches toward the Oscars, “Nomadland” sparks continued debate over its portrayal of working conditions for Amazon warehouse workers.
Coronavirus: What You Need To Know
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California will temporarily stop administering the Johnson & Johnson vaccine — a move urged by federal officials following reports of six serious blood clots nationwide.
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Distribution of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine had been paused in California as more residents become eligible.
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With eligibility expanding, here’s a collection of L.A. Times reporting on ways to get an appointment for the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Lose it? Laminate it? Post it on Instagram? Some dos and don’ts for your vaccination card, the most exciting piece of paper you’ll get this year.
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Toss out the toys, lay off the praise: A new book on parenting looks to ancient cultures for child-rearing tips.
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The city should not agree to a settlement to shelter most of its homeless population.
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President Biden is slated to announce the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan by Sept. 11, ending two decades of military involvement.
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During a Tuesday White House press briefing, Dr. Anthony Fauci explained the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine pause after serious blood clots were reported in six recipients.
The Oscar-nominated visual effects team scanned a huge physical building, chopped the images into basic architectural elements and then mixed and matched to create its city.
As it marches toward the Oscars, “Nomadland” sparks continued debate over its portrayal of working conditions for Amazon warehouse workers.
Big ratings declines for the Grammys and Golden Globe Awards have the TV industry wondering how low the Oscars could go.
Mindy Kaling, Barry Jenkins, Rian Johnson, Jon M. Chu and other celebs are paying tribute to ArcLight Cinemas, which won’t reopen post-pandemic.
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Cinerama Dome is L.A. Historic-Cultural Monument No. 659. City and preservation officials explain what that means for protection again demo or gutting.
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Center Theatre Group will reopen after 20 months of pandemic closure. The lineup includes ‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ ‘Hadestown,’ ‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie.’
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Five augmented reality artworks launched Tuesday push the conversation on representation and historical accuracy in monuments.
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Wayne Thiebaud, Yoshitomo Nara, butterflies, Bugattis and the Disney archives: a quick scan of exhibitions at SoCal’s reopened museums.
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Frieze Los Angeles scraps plans for a July fair and instead focuses on next year, picking dates — and a new Beverly Hills location — for February.
The All-Star accounted for 42% of his team’s points in one of his most impressive all-around performances since joining the team two years ago.
Frank Vogel was mourning a mentor and friend as he coached the Lakers past the Hornets 101-93 on Tuesday in Charlotte to finish 4-3 on a challenging road trip.
The L.A. Convention Center will play host to the Sparks’ first 11 home games because Staples Center is overrun with delayed NBA and NHL games.
NBA All-Star and Kobe Bryant fan DeMar DeRozan, who hails from the Southland, remembers the monumental night the Lakers legend played his final game.
The Supreme Court weighs the rights of conservative Christians who oppose same-sex marriages.
Britain’s long-reigning monarch has returned to fulfilling royal duties four days after the death of her husband and closest confidant, Prince Philip.
The president of Toshiba Corp. has stepped down after the company said it was studying an acquisition proposal from a fund where he previously worked.
A white police officer from Wisconsin who was investigated and cleared for shooting and injuring a Black man during a domestic dispute has returned from administrative leave.
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Torn and toasted, flatbreads form the foundation of many traditional Middle Eastern dishes.
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Chef Brian Bornemann’s Italian-seafood pop-up Crudo e Nudo has opened a bricks-and-mortar raw bar, fish market, coffee bar and wine shop in Santa Monica.
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How people with disabilities, often overlooked in the food community, are improving accessibility in the world of cooking and recipes
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In the post-Trump internet, online fandoms offer political figures a new kind of support with risks and rewards.
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For “The Envelope” podcast, Actress Amanda Seyfried talks of how she came to recognize parts of herself in her role as Marion Davies in “Mank,” which earned her an Oscar nomination for supporting actress.
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How people with disabilities, often overlooked in the food community, are improving accessibility in the world of cooking and recipes
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Researchers are getting serious about understanding a disease patients call “long COVID.” Its symptoms include aches, fatigue, sleep problems and brain fog.
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Marjorie Leach, 101, is one of those men and women who are at least 100 years old and have survived COVID-19.
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Estados Unidos es uno de los destinos que mayor deleite genera a turistas y a sus mismos residentes.
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Se proyecta que Cyber Monday alcanzará $12.7 mil millones impulsados por la pandemia
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From Guns N’ Roses to the Go-Go’s, Julien Baker to Bad Bunny, from dance festivals to metal mosh pits, live music is finally, finally back.
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It can be tough navigating the world of campsite reservations in California. We break it down for you.
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April to-do list: Luminex’s outdoor light show, City Nature Challenge and cherry blossoms
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How hiking L.A. trails helped Kiana Butler find love and cope with loss after miscarriage.
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Cruise the coolest pads and businesses in Palm Springs, home to more Midcentury Modern homes and businesses than anywhere else on the planet.
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A crumbled section of Highway 1 near Big Sur is expected to reopen by April 30 because repair work is weeks ahead of schedule, Caltrans says.
Join the Conversation
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Investment firm Blackstone acquired the genealogical site Ancestry for $4.7 billion. It says it has no plans to mine people’s DNA data for profit.
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Efforts to oust the Democratic governor amount to a revolt by discontented conservative state residents.
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The teachers union held firm and district officials retreated, resulting in less live instruction and a shorter school day under distance learning.
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The 1st Amendment suggests the founders also wanted freedom from religion, which is important during a pandemic, says a reader.
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The U.S. needs a permanent infrastructure to deal with pandemics and mass innoculations, not ad hoc efforts.
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Reports of blood clots among those who got Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine may make some recipients anxious. Here’s how to handle those feelings.
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Two COVID-19 vaccines have now been linked to a risk of developing blood clots. Scientists don’t know whether the vaccines are to blame.
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Egypt has impounded a massive cargo vessel that got stuck in the Suez Canal, and has demanded $900 billion in compensation for the blockage.
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British police say one of the world’s biggest bunnies — more than 4 feet long at full stretch — has been stolen from its home in central England.
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A decision looms for former Officer Derek Chauvin: Should he speak to jurors directly at his trial for the killing of George Floyd?
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Prosecutors expect to decide whether to charge a white former police officer who fatally shot a Black man during a traffic stop near Minneapolis.
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Facebook’s quasi-independent Oversight Board says it will start letting users file appeals over posts, photos and videos that they think the company shouldn’t have allowed to stay on its platforms.
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The head of the IRS calculated that tax evasion in the U.S. may be much more than previous estimates from the federal government.
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How and when can you get tickets to Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood, Six Flags Magic Mountain and Knott’s Berry Farm? Will all the rides be available? What’s different?
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Rapper French Montana is asking $5 million for his custom home with a decked-out recording studio in Hidden Hills.
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Alex Caruso delivered when needed off the bench during the Lakers’ win over the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday.
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In a video interview with ‘Legends of Sport,’ the late Kobe Bryant discussed the night he dropped 60 points on the Utah Jazz, then retired after 20 years.
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Lakers legend Magic Johnson, trainer Gary Vitti and executive John Black recall Kobe Bryant’s magical 60-point game in his farewell performance.
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Players who were on the Utah Jazz in 2016 provide another view of Kobe Bryant’s farewell game for the Lakers.
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Find a flick with our weekly guide to classic movies and cult favorites playing at local theaters, drive-ins, pop-ups and rooftops near you.
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Delayed by COVID-19 closures, Avengers Campus, which will include a family-focused interactive Spider-Man ride, is set to open June 4 at Disney California Adventure in Anaheim.
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Our weekend picks also include drive-in opera, an in-person screening of “Singin’ in the Rain” and a dance party with BLM co-founder Patrisse Cullors.
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BIPOC and LGBTQ actors including Jeremy Pope and Guillermo Diaz will read the Larry Kramer play in an event organized by USC’s ONE Archives.
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Thanks to therapy, to the pandemic, to stillness, to time and unbearable loneliness, I am looking back on all the people that have entered my life over the years as gifts.
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The Netflix show “Firefly Lane” sparked me to reconsider my friendships as the pandemic world reopens.
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I was sitting in a bar with two friends and looking at my Tinder app. Edan’s nickname popped up. Wait. It couldn’t be my sixth-grade crush, could it?
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The social media posts that bum me out? Sober birthdays or anniversaries by single guys. They deserve heart emojis, but my heart holds a deeper story.
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UC Riverside helps underserved students, but state funding is lacking. A case in point is a UC medical school program that excludes Riverside.
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Students are elated and parents are relieved as dozens of L.A. Unified elementary and early-education campuses reopen after pandemic shutdown.
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When Los Angeles Unified elementary and middle-school students return to school, most will spend the majority of their time in extended child care, not in class. That is raising questions about the district’s ability to deliver care.
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The high school went into lockdown Monday afternoon after sightings of a man carrying a rifle near campus.
If you’re feeling the springtime itch to go look at open houses, first of all, we’re sorry about the sticker shock. But here’s a primer the hodgepodge of home styles you’ll see around Southern California.
COBRA, the federal program that allows people who have lost their jobs to continue paying for their former employer’s healthcare plan, is free through Sept. 30.
Extras don’t get film credits or lines. But they can get union wages, meals and perks — such as getting to read novels or work on their side gigs while on the job.
Confused about filing taxes this year? You’re not alone. Here’s a guide to get you started.