Gov. Gavin Newsom may have relied on faulty numbers when announcing a steep decline in infection rates.
A massive explosion rocked Beirut, and at least 70 people were killed and nearly 4,000 injured, with bodies buried in the rubble, officials said.
The County Department of Public Health, citing high local COVID-19 rates, said it will not grant elementary school reopening waivers until cases drop.
Ed Buck, who was indicted last year in connection with the overdose deaths of two Black men in his West Hollywood apartment, now faces four additional charges.
California takes starring role in VP search as Karen Bass ascends and Kamala Harris comes under fire
California takes starring role in VP search as Karen Bass ascends and Kamala Harris comes under fire
Harris and Bass are among the handful of contenders in the running, including former national security advisor Susan Rice, Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth.
Los Angeles County has paid out roughly $55 million in settlements since 1990 in civil cases involving allegations that sheriff’s deputies belonged to a secret society, records show.
The pandemic drove Disney revenue down by 42% from 2019 for the three months ending in June. But the company’s streaming services have 100 million subscribers, including 60.5 million for Disney+.
Under a waiver procedure outlined Monday, some schools may be able to reopen with coronavirus protocols in place.
David Lacey, husband of the L.A. County district attorney, faces charges after video showed him waving a gun at protesters outside their home in March.
Filmmakers Shaul Schwarz and Christina Clusiau delve into “Immigration Nation,” their shocking Netflix docuseries about ICE, immigrants and a broken system.
The GOP’s internal splits over a post-Trump future have become increasingly obvious, slowing legislation and affecting campaign strategies.
L.A. County supervisors pass a measure to let voters decide whether to boost funding for mental health, housing and other social programs.
Three people were shot, one fatally, and two others injured at a party in a mansion on Mulholland Drive where police had investigated a disturbance hours earlier.
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Our special-edition newsletter breaks down the latest coronavirus news, including the impact of the pandemic on the 2020 Census.
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Here’s a look at the jobs included in Trump’s new restrictions on visas for temporary foreign workers, and what people and businesses can do.
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More On The Coronavirus
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Jamaican farmer Earl Edwards died Friday in quarantine housing for foreign laborers in Washington state, where he worked in a cherry-packing facility. A coronavirus outbreak at one of Washington state’s largest fruit farms has renewed concern for agricultural workers, who live and work in close quarters.
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Residents were urged to remain vigilant about face coverings and physical distancing, even as the number of COVID-19 hospitalizations and new cases have dropped.
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If the coronavirus has you reaching for hand sanitizer, don’t use one with methanol. It can be toxic if absorbed through the skin, the FDA warns.
Mask Wars
Face masks are sparking confrontations nationwide. A woman at a San Diego dog park reportedly pepper-sprayed a man for not wearing the coronavirus protection. At a Minnesota Walmart, a couple with swastika masks clashed with fellow shoppers. A hiker in Marin County says he was attacked by a maskless jogger. And for some, masks are just a way to make a profit.
Mayor Eric Garcetti said that men account for two-thirds of the virus deaths in L.A. County that have occurred outside of an institutional setting.
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Fishing the L.A. River offers a respite from the stresses of a global pandemic, social unrest and partisan politics — in a convenient socially distanced setting.
The Kings County district attorney is prosecuting a young woman on murder charges after drugs were found in her stillbirth baby. Opponents say the case could create a ‘terrifying’ precedent.
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The coronavirus pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on L.A. communities. On one day, we look at how the pandemic is playing out across the city.
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In the coronavirus era musicians, longing to connect with friends and neighbors, and eager to practice their art, have taken to their porches, patios, driveways and yards to play for passersby.
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Second wave of coronavirus has businesses and the public moving from indoors to the great outdoors
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection calls its actions against No More Deaths law enforcement. The humanitarian group calls it a violation of international Red Cross standards.
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Flavoring is used to hook kids on tobacco products by masking the harsh taste. The solution is simple: Ban flavors.
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In a brute authoritarian move by Hong Kong’s government, pro-democracy activists are disqualified from running for a legislative seat because they want reform.
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In stripping Voice of America and other broadcasts of their independence, the Trump administration is undermining a powerful tool of diplomacy.
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The union that represents grocery-store workers in Los Angeles has reported 28 coronavirus cases at a Food 4 Less in Westlake, saying the store has failed to enforce protocols to protect workers.
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The Dodgers’ bats came alive late to score five straight runs and beat the San Diego Padres 5-2.
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As the weeks pass and the temperatures rise, more residents are flocking to the city’s parks.
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Kansas Republicans have nominated Rep. Roger Marshall for the Senate instead of polarizing conservative Kris Kobach.
L.A.'s TikTok creators earn thousands of dollars a month. Trump’s threat of a potential ban has them concerned.
After a major-label pop career went nowhere, Alex Aiono just self-released “The Gospel at 23,” a full-on gospel album that chronicles his bumpy Hollywood ride.
Ryan Breaux, younger brother of Frank Ocean, was one of two young men killed when a Tesla crashed in Thousand Oaks, officials confirm.
Oscar-winning actor Sean Penn, 59, says he indeed wed actress Leila George, 28, last week in a small, pandemic-appropriate ceremony.
Angels manager Joe Maddon says Shohei Ohtani, who’s dealing with a right forearm strain, is not projected to pitch again this season.
The Dodgers’ bats came alive late to score five straight runs and beat the San Diego Padres 5-2.
Chris Smith’s return means that the core of a team that won 11 of its last 14 games during coach Mick Cronin’s debut season will come back intact for the 2020-21 season.
Jalen Ramsey walks out of a videoconference with reporters after fielding several questions about a contract extension — and then returns to explain his exit.
At least six people were killed as Tropical Storm Isaias spawned tornadoes and dumped rain Tuesday along the U.S. East Coast.
At Magic City — the Atlanta strip club that Clippers guard Lou Williams visited last week, forcing the NBA to impose a 10-day quarantine — the rules are different with COVID-19. But how different?
With schools closed indefinitely because of the coronavirus, Mexico’s 30 million students will receive their education over network television.
A federal judge from New Jersey is calling for protection of judges after an ambush shooting at her home last month, when a man killed her son and seriously wounded her husband.
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Plus, a new Sky’s Tacos and the end of Patina and Dong Il Jang
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The celebrated Beverly Hills restaurants face an uncertain future amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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This Tex-Mex restaurant is fighting for justice, one vegan taco at a time.
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Part of Santa Paula Canyon — from the forest boundary to about three miles above the Punch Bowl — will remain off-limits as officials look to stave off potential crowding.
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And on the 12-mile boat ride from Oxnard, you might see dolphins
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“Rio de Los Angeles,” a new augmented reality app, brings you the story of the river from pre-history to the present
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The great American road trip is back, and California’s hotels are offering deals to help you on your way.
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These walking routes will help you explore the city and keep you fit.
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Travelers are finding many public restrooms closed these days, due to the pandemic. Here’s what you need to know about finding a place to go when you’re on the go.
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El misterio de un violonchelo raro robado tiene un final sorprendente
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A medio año de la pandemia, es difícil imaginar que alguien, en cualquier lugar, no haya oído hablar del coronavirus.
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B.J. Armstrong played with Michael Jordan and shared an agent with Kobe Bryant. One night he watched the legends lead a master class in basketball.
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Hear interviews with TV stars in new podcast ‘Can’t Stop Watching’
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It still hasn’t played in a title game, losing in its playoff opener in 2018 and in the conference final last year while bowing out in the semifinals and quarterfinals of its only two U.S. Open Cups.
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California appears to be gaining ground in its coronavirus fight, with Gov. Gavin Newsom announcing “some early good signs” during his briefing Monday.
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Customers don’t have to intervene if they see coronavirus safety rules being broken, but people have asked The Times what they can do, so let’s look at options.
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As California grapples with a deluge of requests for unemployment benefits during the pandemic, government workers tasked with processing claims say they are hampered by outdated technology, bureaucratic red tape and a shortage of trained staff.
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Some coroners’ reports on the famous and not-so-famous are kept from the public.
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California may soon pass a law to ban the import of “trophy” animal parts from Africa. Activists are targeting an L.A. hunter whose hunt was captured on video.
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Housing advocates fear that they could see a wave of evictions in the coming months, as states end moratoriums put in place during the coronavirus outbreak.
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President Trump has signed into law legislation that will devote nearly $3 billion annually to conservation projects, outdoor recreation and maintenance.
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Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that Health Commissioner Dr. Oxiris Barbot would be replaced by Dr. Dave A. Chokshi, an official and primary care physician in the city’s public hospital system.
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Trump downplays John Lewis’ legacy in explaining why he didn’t attend Lewis’ memorial services. He adds: ‘He didn’t come to my inauguration.’
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Valentino, Burberry and other luxe labels play a supporting role in the fashion-packed visual album.
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Students and alumni from the L.A.'s most exclusive private high schools have launched Instagram campaigns sharing stories of racism and bias on campus.
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We have been married for 12 years. But in spring 2020, under quarantine, and especially in the first weeks, we began talking to each other again just like in our beginning, only in person.
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Rihanna’s new Fenty Skin is available online. The singer and entrepreneur says she wanted to create “something that worked for everyone.”
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Anthony Levandowski, who helped steer Google’s Waymo self-driving-car project before landing at Uber, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison.
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U.S. stock indexes drifted higher Tuesday as Wall Street’s big rally eased off the accelerator.
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Elon Musk renews the threat to leave California he first made during a fight over the reopening of Tesla’s Fremont plant during the coronavirus lockdown.
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A onetime Studio City hangout of rocker Joe Walsh has hit the market for $4.795 million.
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As indoor options dwindle, outdoor spaces get attention in L.A. and beyond
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Uncruise Adventures, Lindblad Expeditions and others offer charter ship adventures while big-ship cruise travel is on hold.
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Interest in foot-powered adventures has increased since the pandemic began. Here’s what companies are doing to keep walkers safe.
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We’ve got ideas, itineraries, updates and debate on travel in the West.
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“60 Minutes” tops prime-time ratings but TNT gets a big lift from Lakers-Clippers matchup.
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Bestsellers List Sunday, Aug. 2, 2020
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What’s on TV Wednesday, Aug. 5: “Coroner” on the CW; “Big Brother” on CBS; Dodgers and Angels Baseball; NBA Basketball; MLS Soccer
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A star-studded TV tribute to Rep. John Lewis — cohosted by Oprah Winfrey, Brad Pitt, Tyler Perry and Gayle King — is airing tonight on CBS.
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A 42-year-old Sylmar man was charged with arson Tuesday in connection with a fire at Pizzeria Mozza in Hancock Park
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Two patients at the Department of State Hospitals-Coalinga in Central California have died after becoming infected with the coronavirus, officials said.
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A 2,500 acre fire in Kern County has led officials to recommend evacuations for residents in the area.
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Officials say the inactive Allenco drilling site near USC continues to pose a potential risk to public health and safety.
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Veteran Dion Waiters has faith that he’ll get the boost that the Lakers need during the NBA restart.
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A look at some of the greatest moments in sports history to have occurred on August 5.
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Mike Trout is back in the lineup after taking paternity leave and touted rookie Jo Adell makes his Angels debut against the Seattle Mariners.
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The Los Angeles Rams announced Tuesday they are launching a scouting apprenticeship program to help minorities and women in the sport.
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Neil Young has sued Trump’s campaign for playing “Rockin’ in the Free World” and “Devil’s Sidewalk” without permission at the president’s Tulsa rally.
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Bass catapulted to Biden’s short list thanks to her pragmatism and unassuming style, which have impressed progressives, moderates, even Republicans.
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In Central Valley and other conservative parts of California, small but significant numbers of Republican voters have turned against Trump.
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A new study traces how the policies adopted by Democratic and Republican states over the last several decades have helped widen the gap in life expectancy.
