Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) is sworn into the U.S. Senate

'Not above the law': Families of Marines killed in crash push for prosecution of deputy October 2, 2023

Orange County prosecutors weigh whether to charge the Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy implicated in a Mission Viejo car wreck that killed two Marines.

Keri Blakinger

Federal student loan payments resume. What you need to know October 2, 2023

Federal student loan payments resume this month. Here's how you can locate your account information, get payment details and find repayment plan options available to you.

Karen Garcia

Jada Pinkett Smith hopes for 'answers' and 'closure' after arrest in the murder of close friend Tupac Shakur October 2, 2023

Jada Pinkett Smith hopes for 'answers,' 'closure' after the arrest of a suspect in the murder of Tupac Shakur. Pinkett Smith and Shakur were close friends.

Jonah Valdez

If L.A. adds City Council seats, how would it work? These charts show the possibilities October 2, 2023

L.A. is considering expanding its City Council in hopes of boosting representation and deterring unethical behavior from politicians. These charts show why it's on the table and how it might work.

David Wharton, Abhinanda Bhattacharyya

Twelve L.A. County cities sue to postpone new zero-bail policy October 2, 2023

The zero-bail policy, which took effect Sunday, allows some nonviolent defendants charged with felonies or misdemeanors to be released after arrest.

Summer Lin

Swimmer missing after possible shark attack off Point Reyes beach October 2, 2023

Officials are continuing to search for a 52-year-old man who was reportedly pulled underwater at Point Reyes National Seashore in a possible shark attack.

Grace Toohey

After drizzles, temperatures will move toward triple digits in Southern California October 2, 2023

The beginning of the Santa Ana season will push into Southern California this week, bringing a high temperature of 94 on Thursday to downtown L.A.

Noah Goldberg

Column: A solid Senate pick and a craven move by Gavin Newsom October 2, 2023

Laphonza Butler will bring a fresh perspective to the Senate. But Gavin Newsom should have kept his pledge to name a caretaker to replace Dianne Feinstein.

Mark Z. Barabak

From Dianne Feinstein's death to the rise of Laphonza Butler: 3 momentous days in California October 2, 2023

Newsom appoints Laphonza Butler, a Democratic strategist who rose to prominence in the labor movement, to fill the Senate vacancy left by Feinstein's death.

Times staff

Sen. Dianne Feinstein to lie in state at San Francisco City Hall October 2, 2023

The public can pay its respects and sign a condolence book on Wednesday, before the late senator's funeral service.

Noah Goldberg

Powerball jackpot at $1.04 billion, with the next chance to win on Monday night October 2, 2023

The Powerball jackpot climbed to $1.04 billion after there was no winner Saturday. The next drawing will be Monday night.

Grace Toohey

Opinion: Struggles between Gustavo Petro and Colombia's media stir Latin American populism October 2, 2023

A democracy cannot exist without freedom of the press. Colombia and other Latin American nations must strive to strengthen it.

Soudi Jiménez

A retired federal judge takes a stroll through Skid Row to prepare for his new assignment October 2, 2023

After approving a settlement requiring L.A. County to provide 3,000 new mental-health and substance-use treatment beds, Judge David O. Carter staged a test.

Doug Smith

Claremont McKenna raises $1 billion, among largest haul ever for a liberal arts college October 2, 2023

Claremont McKenna College has raised more than $1 billion, one of the highest hauls ever among liberal arts colleges, and is using the funds to expand its campus size, science programs, faculty and financial aid.

Teresa Watanabe

Column: Straight-talking Feinstein, maligned by far left and right, was California's best October 2, 2023

Sen. Dianne Feinstein was the kind of dedicated, workaholic, straight-talking public servant we'd like all our elected officials to be.

George Skelton

Column: In Sen. Feinstein's death, lessons for all of us about when to leave work behind October 2, 2023

'It's what I'm meant to do,' Sen. Dianne Feinstein said of her work — and her identity — but many find new purpose and identity after they retire.

Steve Lopez

Who is Laphonza Butler? What to know about Newsom's pick for Feinstein's Senate seat October 2, 2023

Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Laphonza Butler to fill the Senate seat that was held by Dianne Feinstein, who died Friday. Who is Butler?

Susanne Rust

Newsom taps Laphonza Butler for Feinstein's Senate seat October 2, 2023

Butler is a Democratic strategist who rose to prominence in the labor movement and previously was an advisor to Kamala Harris' presidential campaign.

Laurel Rosenhall, Seema Mehta

Suspect in Ontario triple murder is arrested months later after another fatal shooting October 2, 2023

A man suspected of killing his grandparents and uncle in January was arrested this weekend after a fatal shooting in Upland's Memorial Park.

Susanne Rust

Newsom's pick to replace Feinstein could run in the 2024 Senate election October 2, 2023

Supporters of Rep. Barbara Lee mount a campaign for her to be Gov. Gavin Newsom's nominee to fill Sen. Dianne Feinstein's post.

Laurel Rosenhall

Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) is sworn into the U.S. Senate by Vice President Pence.

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Republican Matt Gaetz files bid to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy October 3, 2023

"Bring it on," says the House Speaker as a right-wing rebel launches a bid to remove him from office.

Why a rare gun charge against Hunter Biden could misfire October 3, 2023

One man convicted of the same count was sentenced to nearly four years. But such cases have proven legally shaky.

The lives upended by colonial rule in the Middle East October 3, 2023

British and French control of the region a century ago came at a cost which is felt until this day.

Greenland women seek compensation over involuntary birth control October 3, 2023

Some 4,500 women were fitted with coils as part of attempts to limit the territory's population.

One Young World summit brings thousands of youth leaders to Belfast October 2, 2023

Two thousand young people from 190 countries are in Northern Ireland for the One Young World summit.

Ukraine war: Burger King still open in Russia despite pledge to exit October 2, 2023

The owner of the fast-food brand says there are "no new updates" on its pledge to leave Russia.

Oil cartel leader warns of prolonged high prices October 2, 2023

The secretary general says further investment in oil is needed to meet rising global energy demand.

Defiant Trump turns up at $250m New York fraud trial to blast 'scam' October 2, 2023

The ex-president lambasts a case that could see him lose control of Trump Tower and other properties.

North Dakota state senator and his family die in plane crash October 2, 2023

North Dakota state senator Doug Larsen's plane crashed soon after taking off in Utah, officials say.

Nobel Prize goes to scientists behind mRNA Covid vaccines October 2, 2023

Katalin Kariko and Drew Weissman developed the technology which led to Moderna and Pfizer/BioNTech vaccines.

Can tech stop India wasting so much of its harvest? October 2, 2023

Tech firms say they have systems that can help prevent the huge loss of fresh produce in India.

Uttar Pradesh: Indian schoolgirl’s cycling death lays bare ugly face of ‘Eve-teasing’ October 2, 2023

The 17-year-old was run over after she fell off her bike when a man pulled her scarf.

Shavkat Mirziyoyev: Why is reformist Uzbek leader arresting bloggers? October 2, 2023

Shavkat Mirziyoyev came into power promising to bring in an era of free speech.

Marriage equality eludes Japan's same-sex couples October 2, 2023

Japan offers same-sex couples no clear legal protection, leaving them feeling nearly invisible.

Haiti crisis: Can Kenyan police officers defeat the gangs? October 2, 2023

The UN approves the offer to send 1,000 police officers but many question their suitability.

Saudi football side refuse to play in Iran due to statue October 2, 2023

Al-Ittihad's Asian Champions League match with Iran's Sepahan is called off after the Saudi team refuse to leave their dressing room.

Pakistan police bust organ trafficking ring that took kidneys from hundreds October 2, 2023

The alleged leader is accused of illegally harvesting kidneys from more than 300 people in Pakistan.

Double rainbow and lightning strikes caught on camera October 2, 2023

Stunning cell phone video captured a meteorological phenomenon: lightning beside a double rainbow.

Watch: 128-year-old mummy finally gets funeral October 2, 2023

Fondly called 'Stoneman Willie,' the mummy is an icon in the history of Reading, Pennsylvania.

How Mike Jeffries used shirtless models to sell Abercrombie October 2, 2023

The Californian Mike Jeffries had a clear vision when he took over - "We go after the cool kids."

Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) is sworn into the U.S. Senate

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