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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, identified as the teen's father, is at large in connection with the slaying of PnB Rock in South L.A.

Richard Winton

'We're at the tail end of this': Heat wave in Southern California extended through Wednesday September 28, 2022

Temperatures in the San Fernando, San Gabriel and Santa Clarita valleys as well as the Inland Empire and Orange County could reach triple digits.

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.

Climate change is fueling extremism, raising tempers along with temperatures September 28, 2022

California won't rebuild every rural town incinerated by a fire. As resources shrink and priorities change, the risk of far-right violence will grow.

Anita Chabria, Erika D. Smith

Survey: Most Angelenos have favorable view of LAPD, despite lingering concerns around bias September 28, 2022

A new survey found that the majority of Angelenos say that seeing LAPD officers in their neighborhoods makes them feel safe, even as there's widespread agreement that the department still practices racially biased policing.

Libor Jany

Column: He helped thousands of Latino students, including me. Do they remember him? September 28, 2022

Ernest Z. Robles created the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, which has granted hundreds of millions of dollars to Latino students.

Gustavo Arellano

Pico Canyon Park closed after mountain lion attack on 7-year-old boy September 28, 2022

A cougar emerged from brush in the park near Santa Clarita and bit the boy, who was walking with his father, officials say.

Tony Briscoe

Self-described 'incel' charged with hate crimes in attacks on women in Orange County September 28, 2022

Johnny Deven Young, 25, posted videos to YouTube that show him sexually harassing and pepper-spraying women, prosecutors said.

Tony Briscoe

Homeless man charged with murder, defiling corpse in L.A. probation officer's slaying September 27, 2022

A homeless man has been charged with murder and defiling human remains in the killing of an L.A. County probation officer.

James Queally, Richard Winton

Sheriff removes guns and duties from 47 Alameda County deputies deemed 'not suited' for hire September 27, 2022

The department says it initiated an internal audit of background checks and psychological exams for those hired since January 2016, and nearly four dozen deputies did not pass.

Melissa Hernandez

Athletic trainer at L.A. schools charged with sexually assaulting 10 female students September 27, 2022

Richard Alexander Turner, 64, has been charged with multiple counts of sexual assault against young women he treated while working as an athletic trainer in Los Angeles high schools.

James Queally, Howard Blume

California bans unnecessary pesticide, chemical testing on dogs and cats September 27, 2022

Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bill into law that will go into effect Jan. 1 and make California the first state in the U.S. to prohibit harmful testing on dogs and cats.

Nathan Solis

Newsom signs bill allowing California IDs for immigrants in the country illegally September 27, 2022

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed into law Assembly Bill 1766, which expands eligibility for state identification cards.

Brittny Mejia, Cindy Carcamo

101 Freeway in Encino to close overnight Saturday for walking bridge demolition September 27, 2022

All lanes of the 101 Freeway will be closed between White Oak Avenue and Balboa Boulevard from 10 p.m. Saturday until 10 a.m. Sunday, Caltrans says.

Grace Toohey

Father, teen daughter killed in freeway shootout with deputies after alleged abduction September 27, 2022

Anthony Graziano and his daughter were fatally shot, she while allegedly running toward deputies wearing body armor and a helmet, authorities said.

Salvador Hernandez

Despite scandals, key California politicians glide toward reelection. Here's why September 27, 2022

California state officials, including treasurer, education superintendent and insurance commissioner, expected to win reelection despite scandals.

Mackenzie Mays, Hannah Wiley

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Nord Stream leak: West shores up pipeline security, blaming Russia 'sabotage' September 28, 2022

The EU, US and Nato say the Nord Stream pipeline leaks appear to have been caused by sabotage.

Ethiopia's Tigray war: Satellite images capture troop build-up near Eritrea border September 28, 2022

Soldiers and heavy weapons are being moved in the northern Tigray region, near the border with Eritrea.

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.

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.

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.

Moussa Dadis Camara: Guinea's ex-military ruler on trial over stadium massacre September 28, 2022

Moussa Dadis Camara is accused of being behind the deaths of 150 protesters - he denies the charges.

Brazil condemns racist abuse of Richarlison September 28, 2022

Richarlison says racism will continue "every day and everywhere" unless the authorities "punish" the perpetrators after a banana was thrown at him during Brazil's 5-1 friendly win over Tunisia.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman named prime minister September 28, 2022

The 37-year-old son of King Salman is already seen the de facto ruler of the oil-rich Gulf state.

Avicii's family sell music rights to Abba star's company September 28, 2022

The star's music will be looked after by Pophouse, which also runs the Abba Voyage shows in London.

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.

Royal send-off for trek across Arabian desert in British explorer's footsteps September 28, 2022

Princess Anne was at the launch of an expedition retracing a British explorer's journey 105 years ago.

Waves lash Florida shore as hurricane approaches September 28, 2022

Residents are boarding up their properties and evacuating coastal areas as the huge storm rolls in.

Hilaree Nelson: Body of famed US climber found on Mt Manaslu in Himalayas September 28, 2022

Hilaree Nelson had been skiing down from the world's eighth highest summit when she fell.

Brazil election: ‘We'll vote for Bolsonaro because he is God’ September 28, 2022

Fans of Brazil's president see him as a legendary leader, and are convinced he will win re-election.

Ukrainians told to be ready to fight for Russia September 28, 2022

The BBC gets rare access to the front line near Kherson where Ukrainian troops are pushing Russians back.

Kerala stray dogs: The Indian state getting a bad rap over the animals September 27, 2022

Dog attacks are a recurring issue in Kerala, often prompting people to take extreme steps in response.