The airspace over Los Angeles is among the most congested in the world, but the Hollywood Burbank Airport is uniquely situated, creating extremely tight parameters around the midsize airport.
Los Angeles has so much more to offer culture-wise beyond movies and music-it actually has more museums per capita than any other city in the United States, including Washington, D.C., and New York City. Part of the magic of L.A. is its stunning diversity, which equates to an exciting mix of subjects and art forms. From Miracle Mile's Museum Row to Downtown and beyond, there are museums in L.A. showcasing everything from cutting-edge art and contemporary craft to classic cars and Hollywood history.
The accident occurred at 6 p.m. Saturday by the intersection of Pershing Drive and Manchester Avenue where a white Toyota Camry struck the woman and her 3-year-old child, who was a passenger on her bike, according to Los Angeles Police Department spokesperson Charles Miller. The mother and 3-year-old were taken to a hospital. Miller said the child was reported to be in stable condition but the mother had died. He said the driver, an elderly man, remained at the scene.
Los Angeles's restaurants continue to face difficult headwinds, starting in 2020 with the onset of a global pandemic and exacerbating with the Hollywood labor strikes in 2023, which led to an industry-wide slowdown that's continued into 2026. From the lingering effects of the Hollywood strikes to rising costs (labor, rent, ingredients, etc.), many factors continue to strain restaurant owners operating on razor-thin margins.
Through throwback posts, people have been traveling back to the year when dog and flower crown Snapchat filters, Instagram eyebrows, the mannequin challenge and the Chainsmokers were everywhere. But why, you may ask? On social media, 2016 is remembered as the last carefree era, a time when people posted whatever they wanted without overthinking it, when folks actually danced at parties instead of pointing their phones at the DJ booth to "capture content."
There was no reason to believe Scott wouldn't perform as he was coming off an All-Star season where he sported a 1.18 ERA with the Miami Marlins and a 2.73 ERA with the San Diego Padres after being traded at the deadline. In 2025, Scott's All-Star form was long forgotten as he produced a 4.74 ERA across 57 innings last season. He recorded an MLB-leading 10 blown saves.
The Final Push Before the Olympic Break This is a critical week for the Kings to get some points before the NHL pause for the 2026 Winter Olympics beginning Feb. 6. The Kings have just two games left before this massive break, and both are against direct Pacific Division rivals Seattle Kraken and Vegas Golden Knights. How they finish this week will determine their mental and statistical standing for the next two weeks of downtime.
That's particularly true of Blake Snell, who tells Harris that he delayed his offseason throwing program after feeling "exhausted" at the end of the Fall Classic. The two-time Cy Young winner added that while he's hopeful of being ready for Opening Day, that's not a guarantee since the team is more focused on making sure he doesn't put too much stress on his arm in camp.
Los Angeles County will halt some payments from its $4-billion sex abuse settlement, leaving many plaintiffs on edge as prosecutors ramp up an investigation into allegations of fraud. L.A. County agreed last spring to the record payout to settle a flood of lawsuits from people who said they'd been sexually abused by staff in government-run foster homes and juvenile camps. Many attorneys had told their clients they could expect the first tranche of money to start flowing this month.
Concern and offense were aired Thursday by members of an oversight committee following an attempt earlier this week to jam amendments to LA's so-called mansion tax onto the June ballot. Thursday's vote by the Measure United to House L.A. Citizens Oversight Committee, the group established through the November 2022 ballot measure to monitor use of Measure ULA funds, could offer a look at the uphill battle proposed carveouts to the two-tier property tax could face in the coming months.
(Kayla Bartkowski / Los Angeles Times) A 13-year-old boy and his older brother were killed Tuesday evening in a suspected fireworks blast in Bell Gardens, according to authorities. Around 6 p.m., the Bell Gardens Police Department responded to a report of explosions and a structure fire in the 6500 block of Purdy Avenue, according to a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department news release. Arson investigators from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department found materials used to make homemade fireworks and explosives at the scene, according to the release.
At 1:44 a.m., the Los Angeles Police Department responded to the 20400 block of West Germain Street, a residential neighborhood that's adjacent to Mason Park, after receiving a call of a possible wire theft in progress. The alleged thieves were targeting an underground vault owned by AT&T through a manhole, ABC7 News reported. The Times did not receive a comment from the telecommunications company before publication. Manholes can provide access to underground electric utility and telecommunications cables and wires.
A 64-year-old woman scuba diving at a popular diving spot off the coast of Catalina Island died after showing signs of distress in the water, authorities said. A 64-year-old woman died Saturday morning after scuba diving at a popular location off the coast of Catalina Island. The woman, identified by the Los Angeles County medical examiner's office as Carolyn Alvarez, was diving near the Casino Point underwater park when she started showing signs of distress, authorities said.
"We are honored to continue our partnership with Bank of America for our annual Dodgers Love L.A. Community Tour," said Kristin McCowan, Vice President, Government and Community Affairs for the Los Angeles Dodgers. "Following another unforgettable season, we're excited to extend the celebration beyond the ballpark and into the heart of our communities. This week is about meaningful service by supporting veterans and families, creating inclusive spaces for young people with special needs, celebrating our students and seniors, and recognizing the unwavering dedication of first responders. Together, we're proud to uplift and empower the people and organizations that make Los Angeles thrive."
Skull X-rays taken during the sea lion's initial exams revealed the two bullets in his head, indicating that this was actually the second time he had narrowly escaped death, the center wrote. Sadly, it is not unusual to find sea lions that have been shot by humans, highlighting the prevalence of violence these animals face. Many die, but some, like Confetti, survive, the center said.
A homicide investigation was underway after a woman was found dead at a North Hollywood home Wednesday. A man was detained Wednesday after a woman was found dead in a North Hollywood home in an apparent domestic violence incident, according to authorities. Los Angeles Police Department officers responded to the 5600 block of Satsuma Avenue around 4:25 a.m. and found a woman dead, officials said.
After the longest-operating cafe in L.A. County announced in late December that it would shut down after 139 years, customers of the Original Saugus Cafe began buying up its branded hats, T-shirts, mugs and other merchandise. When the merch sold out, some took to filching from the tables: glassware, salt and pepper shakers, and even utensils. To Jessie Mercado, 31, and her father, Alfredo - who has owned the beloved cafe in Santa Clarita for 30 years - it was amusing and sweet that many held the establishment so close to their hearts that they wanted to take pieces of it home with them.
Pages explained to the Cuban outlet why he ultimately chose not to suit up for his home country. "I have a lot of things to improve, and I need to prepare for a long season," Pages said. "I have to focus on what's most important." Pages was on Cuba's preliminary roster and showed interest; however, he decided to switch to focus on his game and grow with the Dodgers.
The person or persons that have a good chance, I think Miggy Ro's got a very good chance. He certainly, like all people, has some growth to do on that side of things. To not always think like a player, because you've got to kind of flip it. I think he has the skillset and knowledge. I think Kiké has the knowledge and the skillset to be a manager as well.
U.S. District Court Judge David O. Carter kicked off the hearing in November with a searing review of the city's "pattern of defiance of settlement agreement and the deadlines contained within it with performance or performative compliance only resulting in the wake of court hearings." Four days of testimony, spread over nearly two months, have produced a striking record of confusion and disagreement over the meaning of basic terms such as "homeless encampment" and "persons served,"
The "less is more" editorial model accounts for generous pay (roughly $2 to $5 per word) for contributors, said Woolley, a freelance writer and editor and former West Coast bureau chief for Forbes Magazine. Stories will typically range between 750 and 1,500 words, according to the L.A. Reported site. If my math is right, even shorter stories could pay between $1,500 and $3,750. Very generous, indeed!
