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As Coachella raged, the L.A. tech world made plans to live on Mars

What do NASA engineers, synthetic biologists and Silicon Valley VCs do for Coachella? Throw a party to talk about colonizing space.

In California National Guard, whistleblower claims of retaliation go beyond Fresno

Several current and former members of the California National Guard have described an internal justice system so broken that many are afraid to come forward.

By Alene Tchekmedyian and Paul Pringle

2 more, including former USC coach, agree to plead guilty in college admissions scandal

2 more, including former USC coach, agree to plead guilty in college admissions scandal

By Matthew Ormseth

Supreme Court conservatives appear ready to OK Trump’s census citizenship question

The Trump administration wants to ask all households about the citizenship of their residents. That could have deep implications for California.

By David G. Savage

Islamic State claims it was behind Sri Lanka bombings

• What is National Thowheeth Jamaath?

Islamic State claims it was behind Sri Lanka bombings

By Shashank Bengali

Why Trump’s tariffs are one of the last big obstacles in U.S.-China trade talks

Why does the president love tariffs? Who’s really footing the bill?

Will Newsom end oil drilling in California? Many environmentalists are betting yes

Will Newsom end oil drilling in California? Many environmentalists are betting yes

Woman accused of dumping puppies in Coachella trash bin had 38 dogs at home, authorities say

Woman accused of dumping puppies in Coachella trash bin had 38 dogs at home, authorities say

Beware of late-night lane closures on your way to (and from) LAX

Migrants anxious after Mexican authorities raid caravan

California proposal to tax soda pushed to next year

Saudi Arabia executes 37 prisoners convicted of terrorism

Osundairo brothers accuse Jussie Smollett’s attorneys of defamation in lawsuit

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On a sinking Louisiana island, many aren’t ready to leave

As the government begins the nation’s first experiment to move an entire community out of harm’s way, many on Isle de Jean Charles want to stay.

By Jenny Jarvie

Can California boost home building without supercharging gentrification?

By Andrew Khouri

Gaps in California arrest data make it easier for violent felons to get guns, study finds

By Jazmine Ulloa

Looking for new glasses? These companies are focused on disrupting the eyewear market

By David Lazarus

Sexual assault allegation against Luke Walton never reached police, officials say

Sexual assault allegation against Luke Walton never reached police, officials say

Disney heiress calls CEO Bob Iger’s $65.6-million pay package ‘insane’

Disney heiress calls CEO Bob Iger’s $65.6-million pay package ‘insane’

Beyond Meat could be valued at up to $1.2 billion in IPO

Beyond Meat could be valued at up to $1.2 billion in IPO

The official domestic beer power rankings

By Lucas Kwan Peterson

• By the number: 72 bottles of what on the wall?

Bavel is our 2019 Restaurant of the Year

Pete Buttigieg tells us why his favorite bands wouldn’t be appropriate for his inaugural

Joey King delves into a twisted true-life killing in ‘The Act’

By Yvonne Villarreal

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‘Avengers: Endgame’ marks Stan Lee’s final cameo: ‘It was like Santa came to set’

By Christina Schoellkopf

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Around California

As historically black colleges struggle, Bennett College for women fights to stay afloat

As historically black colleges struggle, Bennett College for women fights to stay afloat

Apr 22, 2019

A historic L.A. mural was whitewashed, and the artist is fed up with the lack of respect

A historic L.A. mural was whitewashed, and the artist is fed up with the lack of respect

Apr 19, 2019

The crowd-sourced, social media swarm that is betting Tesla will crash and burn

The crowd-sourced, social media swarm that is betting Tesla will crash and burn

Apr 12, 2019

Avenatti indicted on 36 charges of tax dodging, perjury, theft from clients

Avenatti indicted on 36 charges of tax dodging, perjury, theft from clients

Apr 11, 2019

The Masters’ cellphone ban is a tradition unlike any other: ‘Wonderful, isn’t it?’

The Masters’ cellphone ban is a tradition unlike any other: ‘Wonderful, isn’t it?’

Apr 10, 2019

One of California’s last black enclaves threatened by Inglewood’s stadium deal

One of California’s last black enclaves threatened by Inglewood’s stadium deal

Apr 10, 2019

One house is still parked next to Augusta National despite club’s attempts to buy it

One house is still parked next to Augusta National despite club’s attempts to buy it

Apr 8, 2019

Is Mexico City the PDA capital of the world?

Is Mexico City the PDA capital of the world?

Apr 8, 2019

Nipsey Hussle’s brother found him dying. These are his final moments

Nipsey Hussle’s brother found him dying. These are his final moments

Apr 4, 2019

An unhappy Marriott rewards points customer is leading a revolt

An unhappy Marriott rewards points customer is leading a revolt

Apr 4, 2019

Before his death in South L.A., Nipsey Hussle was trying to buy back his ’hood

Before his death in South L.A., Nipsey Hussle was trying to buy back his ’hood

Apr 2, 2019

The bizarre story of the L.A. dad who exposed the college admissions scandal

The bizarre story of the L.A. dad who exposed the college admissions scandal

Mar 31, 2019

What’s behind all those executive orders Trump loves to sign? Not much

What’s behind all those executive orders Trump loves to sign? Not much

Mar 27, 2019

Michael Avenatti’s life of luxury hangs by a thread as IRS comes calling

Michael Avenatti’s life of luxury hangs by a thread as IRS comes calling

Mar 27, 2019

The ending of ‘Us’: Jordan Peele on who the real villains are

The ending of ‘Us’: Jordan Peele on who the real villains are

Mar 25, 2019

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Osundairo brothers accuse Jussie Smollett’s attorneys of defamation in lawsuit

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- Soccer
Soccer! Major League Soccer keeps growing

By Kevin Baxter

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- Politics
Ex-Trump official defies subpoena; Democrats weigh contempt vote

By Billy House

22m

- World
Saudi Arabia executes 37 prisoners convicted of terrorism

By Associated Press

1h

- Op-Ed
Reparations are an opportunity to turn a corner on race relations

By Roy L. Brooks

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- Hot Property
Warriors star Kevin Durant lists oceanfront Malibu pad for $13.5 million

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CALIFORNIA LIFE & STYLE

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Bill McKibben on how humans’ disconnection from nature is harming the environment

By Stuart Miller

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The official domestic beer power rankings

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Soom Soom Fresh Mediterranean opens in El Segundo and Crispy School opens in Santa Monica

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Why Kanye West’s $50 Sunday Service socks were actually a bargain

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Church & State is not closing, but it is getting a new owner

Apr 22, 2019
Prince’s unfinished memoir set for October release

Apr 22, 2019

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