VP Biden In L.A. Today For 'Stand Up To Cancer' Fundraiser Broadcast

There will be accompanying traffic jams from LAX to downtown. Here are streets to avoid and at what times ... [Breaking]

Gov. Brown Inks 2 Tough Greenhouse Gas Emission Bills In L.A.

"Climate change is real, and knowing that, California is taking action," Brown said at area park signing ceremony. [Breaking]

Tired of Street Sweeping Tickets, Westwood-Century City? Help Is on the Way

City to use GPS sensors to reduce the number of unnecessary street sweeping tickets issued throughout Los Angeles.

Turn Down that AC, Westwood-Century City! 'Flex Alert' Issued for Broiling Heat Wave

The alert by the California Independent System Operator asks residents to cut back their power use, especially during the hours of 2 to 9 pm

'Swatter' Gets Prison for Telling Police a Westwood-Century City Legislator Shot His Wife

An East Coast Man, who targeted Rep. Ted Lieu because he increased fines for bogus 911 calls, has been sentenced to two years in prison.

Ballot Measure Would Increase Westwood-Century City Property Taxes to Fund Parks Improvements

The Board of Supervisors voted to put a measure on the epic November ballot, asking voters to approve a 1.5 cent property tax increase.

LA to Headquarter National Effort to Develop Manufacturing Sensors

Five regional centers will contribute to the project, including one at UCLA.

Proposed Westwood Bike Lanes Sent Back to the Drawing Board

Proposed bike path currently in the city's Mobility Plan could put cyclists in danger and may need rerouting, city leaders said.

Judge Rules Cross on Los Angeles County's Seal Is Unconstitutional

The cross "places the county's power, prestige and purse behind a single religion," a federal judge ruled Thursday.

Bill Clinton to Campaign for Hillary in Los Angeles Sunday

Former President Bill Clinton will speak at Los Angeles Trade-Technical College. Members of the public can RSVP online.

Happy Lucy Jones Day!

The Los Angeles City Council declared the day in honor of Lucy Jones, the retiring 'Beyonce' of Earthquakes.

City Looks to Transfer Sidewalk Repair Costs to Property Owners after 1-Time Fix

Los Angeles city committees approved a proposal to foot the bill for sidewalk repairs once before putting the onus on property owners.

Gas May Get Even Cheaper in California

Californians are overpaying gas taxes thanks to a convoluted tax formula, the California State Board of Equalization Vice Chair contends.

Obama Motorcade Closures and Routes to Avoid

With President Barack Obama in town to appear on 'Ellen' and attend fundraisers, police recommend avoiding these routes.

Californians Still Not Prepared for Major Earthquake 22 Years After Northridge

Many people mistakenly think FEMA or other government agency will rebuild their home if it is damaged or destroyed in an earthquake.

Early Quake Warning System for West Coast? Funding Bill Headed for Vote

The early warning system could give residents a few more seconds of notice of an impending earthquake.

Early Quake Warning System for West Coast? Funding Bill Headed for Vote

The early warning system could give residents a few more seconds of notice of an impending earthquake.

Power Outage Leaves Thousands of Westwood Residents in the Dark

A Massive Power Outage left many in the dark and caused gridlock Wednesday.

Commission Approves U2 Guitarist's Controversial Malibu Mansions

The Coastal Commission approved The Edge's five mansion project, but he still hasn't found what he is looking for: City Council approval.

City Considers Halting Trash Pick-Up During Rain Storms

City officials are considering the possibility of halting trash pick during heavy storms this winter to keep storm drains clear.

Should Westwood-century City Johns Be Publicly Shamed?

The county is drafting an ordinance that would allow a shame campaign targeting sex purchasers, namely those soliciting minors.

West LA Residents to Suffer Intermittent Power Outages

Thousands in West LA neighborhood are enduring intermittent power outages as workers replace a cable damaged by the heat.

Jamie Foxx Performs at Obama Fundraiser in Pacific Palisades

Pacific Palisades psychiatrist Dr. Robin Berman held a $33,400 per person fundraiser for the president.

LA City Council to Consider Mandatory Retrofitting for the 'Big One'

The city will also consider plans for renters to help landlords with earthquake retrofitting costs.

Los Angeles County Supervisors Take Precautions to Protect Homeless During Storm Season

County leaders agree to spend $905K to open some shelters six weeks early, and keep all shelters open 24 hours during major storms.

Hey L.A., Want Fries With That Pay Raise?

County supervisors vote 3-2 to raise minimum wage in unincorporated areas to $15 per hour by 2020. Small business get a year's break.

Initiative Seeks to Tax Wealthy Homeowners to Fund Programs for the Poor

The Secretary of State approved a signature gathering process for a measure that would tax homes worth more than $3 million.

Meet the Girl Who Became the Face of Immigration Reform with a Kiss from the Pope

The five-year-old Southern California girl was chosen to represent millions of families living in limbo.

L.A. Girl, 5, Ignores Barricade, Kisses Pope, Pleads for Help

After breaching security and summoned by Pontiff, she asks for immigration reform while getting up close and personal in the Pope-mobile.

Mayor Declares 'State of Emergency,' Calls for $100 Million to Fight Homelessness

Countywide, homelessness has risen 12 percent since 2013’s count, from 39,461 to 44,359 people homeless.

Are California Republican Voters Fed Up with Donald Trump's Antics?

Candid interviews with several Republican voters after the GOP debate seem to suggest so.

Viewing Parties, Details for Republican Debate

Candidates gather at Reagan Library in Simi Valley to take another step toward determining Republican presidential nominee.

California Nationhood? Process Begins Today

Supporters of a California initiative that would make the state its own nation can begin hitting you up for signatures for its petition.

County Supervisors Slam LA Times Management

The board voted to urge the paper to sell to local business leaders, lamenting the management decisions made "two time zones away."

County Rejects Exemptions to $15 Minimum Wage

In following suit with LA in adopting a $15 minimum wage, the county rejected exemptions for nonprofits and seasonal employees.

Despite Protest, Donald Trump to Speak aboard USS Iowa Today

A petition to oppose the Republican candidate's appearance will not stop Donald Trump from giving a campaign speech aboard the ship today.

Rep. Loretta Sanchez Trails Kamala Harris in Senate Bid

With the primary nearly a year off, the state attorney general is polling with a 9 percent lead over the Orange County Congresswoman.

Senate Approves Vaccination Requirement for Day Care Workers

All day care workers in California would be required to get vaccinated if Gov. Brown signs a new law passed by the senate.

3 Strikes for Tobacco: City Bans Chew from Ballfields

The Los Angeles City Council voted to ban smokeless tobacco products from all sports venues in the city.

City on the Defensive Over Police Body Camera Policy

The ACLU this week urged against federal funding for LAPD body cameras because the department's policy restricts the release of footage.