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How do you track an atmospheric river? Climb aboard this highflying reconnaissance jet February 1, 2023

From the sky, scientists are dropping devices with parachutes to peer into powerful atmospheric river storms, giving California advance warning.

Ian James

Column: California Sen. Dianne Feinstein needs to do the right thing and not seek reelection February 1, 2023

California Sen. Dianne Feinstein deserves to finish out her term. But with a strong field of potential successors, she shouldn't risk a humiliating defeat that would tarnish her legacy.

Mark Z. Barabak

Column: Voters in Kevin de León's district support recalling him. Now comes the hard part February 1, 2023

If De León serves out the rest of his term like he plans to, then Angelenos have no one to blame but themselves.

Gustavo Arellano

Scrap school police and add counselors and academic help for Black students, coalition says February 1, 2023

Activists challenge L.A. Unified superintendent's support of school police, as well as school board members who reduced the police budget but did not disband the agency.

Howard Blume

California Democrats try again to rewrite concealed-carry gun law February 1, 2023

California lawmakers are trying again with a risky bill to restrict who can carry loaded weapons in public after the Supreme Court struck down restrictive concealed-carry laws.

Hannah Wiley

Environmental group urges California to limit the growing of almonds and alfalfa February 1, 2023

Amid drought, environmental advocates are calling on Gov. Gavin Newsom to stop the expansion of the agriculture and fossil fuel industries.

Dorany Pineda, Hayley Smith

California offers proposal on Colorado River crisis, disagreeing with six states February 1, 2023

Six states crafted a proposal for addressing the Colorado River crisis. Now, California has offered its counterproposal for dividing water cuts.

Ian James

2 killed after driver fleeing police smashes into car in Panorama City February 1, 2023

Two people were killed when a driver who was fleeing police smashed into their car in Panorama City on Tuesday evening.

Andrew J. Campa

Boy survives mountain lion attack in rural San Mateo County February 1, 2023

A boy is recovering after being attacked by a mountain lion in rural San Mateo County on Tuesday evening.

Andrew J. Campa

Skydiver hits roof of home in Oceanside after parachute malfunctions and survives February 1, 2023

A skydiver who plummeted after his parachute failed to completely open survived a fall in which he also struck the roof of a two-story home.

Andrew J. Campa

'Felt like they didn't exist': Monterey Park officials apologize for not acknowledging firefighters February 1, 2023

Monterey Park City Manager Ron Bow says he should have recognized the Fire Department's first responders' role in responding to the mass shooting sooner.

Jeong Park

Daughter of slain Monterey Park dance hall manager plans to carry on his legacy February 1, 2023

Mary Ma, daughter of the beloved manager of the Star Ballroom Dance Studio, said her father wouldn't want to let a horrific attack destroy its special community.

Grace Toohey

Guns have been in motion pictures since the start. 'Rust' is only the latest to have a gun death February 1, 2023

In the earliest days of moviemaking, Annie Oakley's sharpshooting was committed to film. And Hollywood has had a difficult relationship with guns ever since.

Patt Morrison

Aspiring rapper, two mothers killed in Benedict Canyon shooting. Families ask why February 1, 2023

Two moms, aspiring female rapper killed in Benedict Canyon. Why?

Richard Winton

Skeptical family orders independent autopsy of O.C. public defender who died in Mexico January 31, 2023

The body of Elliot Blair has been returned to Southern California, where his family has ordered an independent autopsy, according to their attorney.

Alexandra E. Petri

SoCalGas says skyrocketing gas bills will drop significantly in February January 31, 2023

SoCalGas said that lower bills may be coming as soon as next month as politicians try to lessen the impact of skyrocketing natural gas prices.

Terry Castleman

LAPD Chief Michel Moore receives second term January 31, 2023

The Los Angeles Police Commission votes unanimously to approve Chief Michel Moore for a second term as the city's top cop.

Libor Jany, David Zahniser

Three family members found shot to death in home near Montclair; deputies search for suspect January 31, 2023

Authorities in San Bernardino County are searching for a suspect after Sonia Ramirez, George Ramirez and David Renteria were found fatally shot at a home near Montclair.

Nathan Solis, Christian Martinez, Noah Goldberg

Tesla driver charged in L.A. road-rage attack that was caught on video January 31, 2023

A man who authorities say has a history of violent threats has been charged in a road-rage incident on the 2 Freeway.

Nathan Solis, Andrew J. Campa

Who are the L.A. County residents still most likely to die of COVID-19? January 31, 2023

Unvaccinated people were more than seven times as likely to die from COVID-19 in Los Angeles County as those who received an updated booster during the latest coronavirus spike.

Luke Money, Rong-Gong Lin II

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NFL great Tom Brady retires 'for good' February 1, 2023

Legendary quarterback Tom Brady says he is retiring "for good" after 23 seasons in the NFL.

Pope Francis in DR Congo: A million celebrate Kinshasa Mass February 1, 2023

This is said to be the second largest Mass Pope Francis has held, after one in the Philippines in 2015.

Myanmar coup anniversary: 'Silent strike' marks two years of military rule February 1, 2023

Protesters urge the public to stay at home as the military is hit by new Western sanctions.

Andrew Tate: Influencer appears in court to appeal against detention February 1, 2023

The controversial influencer has been held alongside his brother since December.

Russia in Africa: How disinformation operations target the continent February 1, 2023

The man behind a new pro-Kremlin social media network tells the BBC he wants Africa to embrace Russia.

Missing radioactive capsule found in Australia February 1, 2023

Emergency services "literally found the needle in the haystack", authorities have said.

Pope in DR Congo: Dancing and huge crowds greet Pope Francis February 1, 2023

The BBC's Aleem Maqbool joins worshippers on the streets as Pope Francis makes a long-awaited appearance.

Andrew Tate: 'You know I'm innocent' - influencer yells to reporters February 1, 2023

The influencer and his brother Tristan arrive at court to appeal against the decision to keep them detained.

Petr Pavel: Ukraine deserves to join Nato, says new Czech leader February 1, 2023

Petr Pavel tells the BBC Ukraine is morally and practically ready to join Nato after the war is over.

Dances With Wolves actor Nathan Chasing Horse arrested in sex abuse case February 1, 2023

Nathan Lee Chasing His Horse is alleged to have committed offenses against six indigenous girls.

Sex and no sleep may be killing endangered quolls February 1, 2023

New research has found that lack of rest could explain why males of the species mate themselves to death.

Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh: Heavy snow disrupts life in India’s Himalayan states February 1, 2023

Parts of northern India have been receiving incessant snowfall since Sunday night.

Tyre Nichols family demand justice on eve of funeral February 1, 2023

US Vice-President Kamala Harris will be among crowds of mourners who are expected to attend the ceremony.

Monkeys missing from Dallas Zoo found in abandoned home February 1, 2023

The primates were recovered miles away in a closet, and police are seeking a person of interest.

Nigeria election 2023 in Rivers state: The oil land with no electricity February 1, 2023

The tailors relying on generators in Nigeria's oil-rich region - a key electoral battle ground.

How US Marines are being reshaped for China threat February 1, 2023

Critics say a plan to dump all the Marines' battle tanks to prepare for a Pacific war makes little sense.

Wrestling Federation of India: Is Indian sport seeing its #MeToo moment? February 1, 2023

India's wrestling administration has been roiled by allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct.

Israel and the Palestinians: Blinken's Jerusalem visit offers few solutions February 1, 2023

The US secretary of state says "concrete steps" are needed to reduce violence but does not elaborate.

Ukraine war: Russian threat growing, front line troops fear February 1, 2023

While morale remains high, Ukrainian forces in the east fear the Russians are improving.

Auckland weather: Flood-hit region suffers more heavy rain January 31, 2023

Only days after deadly floods killed four in Auckland, severe weather once again hit the region.