New Legislation Would Allow the Shoot-down of Drones Over Wildfires

Companion legislation would increase fines and authorize jail time for unauthorized use of drone over wildfires.

LAX to Allow Ride-Sharing Companies Such as Lyft and Uber

Over the objections of taxi companies, an LA city commission approved a plan to allow ride-sharing companies to pick up passengers at LAX.

Trump Doubles Down on Anti-Immigration Rhetoric

Donald Trump met with families of people slain by undocumented immigrants in Beverly Hills, noting countries send people they "don't want."

EDD Launches New Service to Manage Unemployment Claims

UI Online will be available 24 hours and on also on smartphones and tablets.

Trump, Dogged by Protestors, to Meet with Father of LA Football Star Killed by Immigrant

Presidential candidate Donald Trump arrives in LA where activists plan to protest in response to his anti-immigrant remarks.

E-Cigarette Bill Heads To State Capitol Today

SB 140 seeks to have e-cigs regulated as tobacco products and subject to California's smoke-free laws.

Will Same-Sex Marriage be a Boost to the Wedding Business?

Did the Supreme Court save the livelihoods of wedding workers?

LA Water Users Lag Behind State in Water Conservation

Los Angeles Department of Water and Power customers reduced their water use by 18 in May, but still managed to lag behind statewide efforts.

Dim the Lights, Agoura Hills! Heat Triggers 2-Day Flex Alert

A flex alert calling people to cut back on electricity has been issued due to the hot weather.

DA Creates Unit to Ferret Out Wrongful Convictions

With $1 million from the county, the District Attorney has created a new unit to review inmate claims of wrongful conviction.

Same Sex Marriage Opponents Urge Defiance

Catholic Church leaders and opponents of same-sex marriage slam the court's historic ruling establishing the right to same-sex marriage.

Southland Celebrates Marriage Equality with Rallies

A series of rallies from West Hollywood to Long Beach, will mark this historic day that brought marriage equality to the United States.

Assembly Approves Nation's Strictest Mandatory Vaccination Bill

A bill requiring almost all California children to be vaccinated against diseases such as measles cleared a major hurdle Thursday.

Why Did Obama Drop the N-Word During LA Podcast?

During Marc Maron’s “WTF” podcast Obama spoke about the legacy of racism. The ensuing uproar is a 'sad' commentary on the media, says Maron.

Hillary Clinton, Protestors to Descend on Region for Fundraiser Series

A day after President Obama attended a series of LA fundraisers, Hillary Clinton follows suit with three in the LA area today.

President Obama and Presidential Hopeful Hillary Clinton Hold Dueling Southland Fundraisers

Traffic headaches abound as the two political heavyweights pack in multiple fundraisers in the region.

Obama Road Closures to Avoid Today and Friday

The President will be in LA and Beverly Hills for a fundraiser and dozens of streets will be closed or bogged down for the visit.

County Bans New Vineyards Amid Drought Concerns

The county has instituted a temporary ban on new or expanded vineyards on a swath of the Santa Monica Mountains.

Supervisor Calls for Countywide $15 Minimum Wage

L.A. County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl is looking to mirror the city of Los Angeles plan to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour.

LA Chews Over Plan to Ban Tobacco at Ballparks

The City Council is considering a proposal to ban tobacco chew at all baseball venues in Los Angeles including Dodger Stadium

LA Becomes Largest City to Approve $15 Minimum Wage

The Los Angeles City Council gave final approval to a law raising the minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2020.

On 'Spaceship Earth' We Need 'Elegant' Conservation, Says Governor

Technology and lifestyle changes will get California through the drought and into a post global warming era, the Governor said at USC.

County to Provide HIV Prevention Pill to At-Risk Communities

Supervisors voted in favor of a controversial plan to distribute a daily pill to reduce the risk of HIV infection.

Authorities Warn of Scammers Capitalizing on Drought Tolerant Landscaping Trend

LA City Attorney Mike Feuer is warning residents of contractors scamming relating to home improvements and drought-related home upgrades.

President Brown? Effort Afoot to Establish California's Nationhood

Citing California's economic might and progressivism, initiative backers want the state to achieve nationhood or something close to it.

Board Approves Steep Fees for Water Guzzlers

The Board of Supervisors approved water surcharges today of up to two times the regular rate for users who fail to meet cuts.

Prepare for 2017 Social Security Cuts

As the Social Security retirement age increases, other cuts are taking place that could seriously impact your lifetime benefit.

Deadline Approaching for IRS Grants

The grants are for organizations that help the elderly and poor prepare their taxes.

County Delays Vote on Punitive Water Guzzling Charges

The controversial proposal would include triple charges for the water users who fail to meet mandatory consumption cuts.

Local Leaders Strike Defiant Tone in Face of Immigration Ruling

LA City and County leaders reacted Tuesday to a federal court ruling upholding a injunction on Obama's pathway to citizenship.

Rep. Loretta Sanchez Apologizes for Offensive Indian Joke at Democratic Party Convention

The gaffe marks an early stumble in the Congresswoman's bid for Barbara Boxer's senate seat..

Rep. Loretta Sanchez Aims to Become First Latina Senator

Rep. Loretta Sanchez announced plans to run for retiring Sen. Barbara Boxer's seat in the U.S. Senate.

Amid Rumors of Senate Run, Loretta Sanchez to Make Major Announcement

After denying plans to enter the race to succeed Sen. Barbara Boxer, Rep. Loretta Sanchez will make a "significant political announcement."

Sewage Spill Closes Malibu Beach

A minor sewage spill has closed about 200 yards of beach through at least Monday.

Attorney Drives Initiative to End Alimony in California

Backers of an initiative to end alimony have until November to obtain 365,880 valid signatures to get the measure on the ballot

Dogged by Protesters, Clinton to Fundraise in LA Today

Hillary Clinton will attend fundraisers in LA today as Trans-Pacific trade partnership opponents plan to protest her event in Beverly Hills.

Hillary Clinton to Hold LA Fundraiser

The Hilary Clinton presidential campaign's first Southern California fundraiser will be held in Pacific Palisades in May.

LA Takes Steps to Clean Up the City

Trash will be cleaned up, more trash cans will be placed around the city, and abandoned furniture and mattresses will be collected.

Waze Traffic App Teams up with LA on Road Closure and Hit & Run Information

Waze's 1.3 million LA users will get police alerts about hit and runs and amber alerts as well as realtime data on road closures.

Californians Hold Optimistic View on Future of Race Relations, Survey Finds

Californians believe that police are tougher on minorities, especially blacks. But most believe the state is headed in the right direction.