Delaware Send-Off Event For Biden

California's outgoing chief justice is named new CEO of public policy think tank September 29, 2022

Tani Cantil-Sakauye will start as president and chief executive of the Public Policy Institute of California the day her term as chief justice ends.

Kevin Rector

Knott's Scary Farm to offer free ticket for adults chaperoning groups of minors September 29, 2022

Knotts's Berry Farm will offer free tickets for chaperones with groups of five at its Halloween event.

Melissa Gomez

In case out of Grants Pass, Ore., court reaffirms right of homeless to sleep outside September 29, 2022

The U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals expanded protections for homeless people sleeping outdoors in a decision with ramifications for other cities, including L.A.

Kevin Rector, Ruben Vives

L.A. moves closer to ending COVID-19 eviction protections September 29, 2022

An L.A. City Council committee signed off Wednesday on a plan that would phase out the city's COVID-19 anti-eviction rules at the end of January.

Liam Dillon

Column: Farmworkers just rolled Newsom. What does it say about the Latino vote? September 28, 2022

Newsom had fought against the UFW bill for months, and promised to veto if it reached his desk. But it mushroomed into a political nightmare.

Anita Chabria

Northern California man suspected of living with his dead roommate for 4 years and forging his checks September 28, 2022

Darren Wade Pirtle allegedly forged about 50 checks to himself from his deceased roommate's checking account, 64-year-old Kevin Olson, according to prosecutors.

Melissa Hernandez

Newsom signs UFW bill aimed at helping California farmworkers organize September 28, 2022

After weeks of pressure and a 24-day march by farmworkers and supporters, California's governor signed legislation he previously hinted he'd veto.

Jessica Garrison

6 people shot, 2 with life-threatening injuries, at Oakland school campus September 28, 2022

Two people are critical but stable, and four others were injured in a shooting Wednesday afternoon at an Oakland school campus. All of the victims were adults and affiliated with the schools, officials said.

Grace Toohey, Christian Martinez

L.A. school district changes plan for expanded school year under teachers union pressure September 28, 2022

The altered calendar is a setback for Supt. Alberto Carvalho, but there would still be added instructional time available.

Howard Blume

Judge denies Bill Cosby a new trial in sexual-assault civil lawsuit September 28, 2022

Bill Cosby didn't prove a June civil trial was unfair, a judge says in denying a retrial request. A jury found Cosby liable for a 1975 sexual assault.

Carlos De Loera

L.A. County supervisors propose adopting permanent rental protections September 28, 2022

Some of the proposals would be the first of their kind in Los Angeles County, including allowing tenants to avoid eviction if they fall behind on a month's worth of rent.

Nathan Solis

Woman charged with murder after allegedly running over a man she thought was killing a cat September 28, 2022

Hannah Star Esser, 20, believed the victim tried to run over a cat in the street, prosecutors allege.

Gabriel San Román

Disneyland sells Pirates of the Caribbean souvenirs for $6,500 apiece September 28, 2022

The $6,500 Pirates of the Caribbean souvenir is made from trees that once stood at the entrance to the ride at Disneyland.

Summer Lin

In groundbreaking plan, California allows affordable housing on some commercial properties September 28, 2022

California lawmakers struck a seemingly impossible deal to build more housing in areas traditionally zoned for big box stores and office buildings.

Hannah Wiley

Teen, woman in custody in PnB Rock's fatal shooting at Roscoe's; father is sought September 28, 2022

A teen and a woman are in custody and a 3rd suspect, the teen's father, remains at large in connection with the slaying of PnB Rock in South L.A.

Richard Winton

Heat wave reaches 'the tail end' in Southern California September 28, 2022

Temperatures in some areas reached triple digits Wednesday before the weekend brings an expected cooldown.

Alexandra E. Petri

From BTS to Zoom therapy, why Korean Americans are seeking more mental health help September 28, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic and the shifting attitude on mental health in Korean culture pushed more Korean Americans to seek therapy for the first time.

Jeong Park

Asian Americans, tell us how you talk about mental health with your family and friends September 28, 2022

Asian Americans often struggle to talk about anxiety, depression and mental illness. The L.A. Times wants to hear about those difficult conversations.

Phi Do

Firearms groups challenge California gun law modeled after Texas abortion ban September 28, 2022

The lawsuit filed by firearms groups targets a provision that requires those challenging California gun laws to pay legal fees if the challenge fails.

Christian Martinez

The Times podcast: The fight to become L.A. County sheriff September 28, 2022

L.A. County Sheriff Alex Villanueva took office four years ago in a stunning upset. This time, his opponent Robert Luna has him on the run. We look at the difference between the two.

Biden is in Delaware for one final event before he heads to Washington for tomorrow’s inauguration. Tune in.

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Nord Stream: Sweden finds new leak in Russian gas pipeline September 29, 2022

The EU says the leaks are caused by sabotage and promises the "strongest possible response".

Indian official mocks sanitary pad request September 29, 2022

The civil servant told the schoolgirl that next she will ask for the government to provide free condoms.

Coolio: Gangsta's Paradise rapper dead at 59 September 29, 2022

The artist's manager says he was found unresponsive in a friend's bathroom.

Australia's most-polluting coal plant to shut decade earlier than planned September 29, 2022

Energy firm AGL calls it a "major step" for Australia, but critics say more action is needed.

Kamala Harris in S Korea day after North fires missiles September 29, 2022

The launches follow US-South Korea naval drills on Monday, and another missile fired by N Korea on Sunday.

Hurricane Ian: Cars submerged in raging floodwaters September 29, 2022

The storm has deluged coastal areas, downing trees and power lines.

Optus: How a massive data breach has exposed Australia September 29, 2022

Anger rises after 40% of Australians had details stolen in possibly the nation's worst-ever breach.

Big oil's toxic emissions from flaring undeclared September 29, 2022

BBC investigation finds oil companies not declaring millions of tonnes of cancer-linked emissions.

TikTok: Will posting salaries online close the pay gap? September 28, 2022

Shifting views are tackling the taboo of talking salary - will this help improve pay equity?

Lula: Can Brazil's 'most popular president' win again? September 28, 2022

Presidential candidate Lula is ahead in the polls, despite a legacy tainted by corruption scandals.

World Cup 2022: Denmark to wear 'toned down' jerseys in protest at hosts Qatar September 28, 2022

Denmark will wear "toned down" jerseys for the World Cup to protest against Qatar's human rights record and treatment of migrant workers.

Hurricane Ian: Cuba begins restoring power after storm September 28, 2022

The island's electrical system experienced a complete collapse in the wake of the deadly storm.

Pakistan attack: Chinese national shot dead at Karachi dental clinic September 28, 2022

An armed attacker opened fire killing a Chinese-Pakistani dual national and injuring two others in Karachi.

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe cuts hair in support of Iran protests September 28, 2022

The gesture is in solidarity with protests in Iran over the death of a young woman in custody.

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe cuts hair in support of Iran protests September 28, 2022

The British-Iranian national filmed herself naming Mahsa Amini, whose death sparked the demonstrations.

Ilya Smirin: Chess commentator sacked for sexist comments during match September 28, 2022

The grandmaster was criticised for on-air remarks labelled "offensive" and "embarrassing".

Ukraine war: 'I'm not fit to fight', says man fleeing Russia September 28, 2022

Viktor, a scientist, is leaving Russia via Finland after President Putin announced a partial mobilisation.

Ukraine war: On the front line with troops in Kherson region September 28, 2022

The BBC’s Abdujalil Abdurasulov reports from Ukrainian front line positions in the Kherson region

Ukraine war: New York Jets owners on donating $1m to help humanitarian efforts September 28, 2022

The Johnson family, who own the New York Jets, say it was "their duty" to help Ukraine after making a $1m donation and a humanitarian trip.

Malawi's John Chilembwe gets statue in London's Trafalgar Square September 28, 2022

John Chilembwe led opposition to British rule in Malawi - now he's got a statue in Trafalgar Square.

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