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'We're losing our Abbey Road': Famed L.A. music studio United Recording lays off staff March 20, 2023

The real-estate company that owns the studio responsible for landmark albums from Frank Sinatra to Green Day announces mass layoffs and a shift in direction.

Kenan Draughorne

Unions and environmentalists push for California referendum reform March 20, 2023

A bill to reform state referendum law could become one of the most high-profile political fights between business and labor in California this year.

Taryn Luna

How a long history of racism and neglect set the stage for Pajaro flooding March 20, 2023

Founded as a labor camp for agricultural workers, the small community of Pajaro has long languished in the shadow of nearby Watsonville.

Susanne Rust, Ruben Vives

Torrance pays $750,000 to man after police allegedly decorate his car with a swastika March 20, 2023

The city of Torrance has paid a Redondo Beach man $750,000 after two city police officers allegedly spray-painted a swastika inside his car in 2020.

Christian Martinez

Column: Newsom shouldn't shy away from a State of the State speech March 20, 2023

Gov. Gavin Newsom made a mistake by not delivering a State of the State address, a tradition that shows respect for the Legislature and government.

George Skelton

Prescription for housing? California wants Medicaid to cover 6 months of rent March 20, 2023

Gov. Gavin Newsom is making a bold push for Medicaid health plans to provide more housing support. He argues it's cheaper to pay for rent than to allow homeless people to fall into crisis.

Angela Hart

Younger Angelenos have far more negative view of police than elders, poll finds March 20, 2023

What L.A. residents have to say about police, public safety and racism among officers.

Libor Jany

Thousands of Central Valley residents told to leave homes ahead of another rain onslaught March 20, 2023

Thousands of residents have been told to evacuate their homes in California's Central Valley as another storm arrives.

Ian James, Paige St. John

Labor board won't halt LAUSD strike for now, but could still act after a Monday review March 20, 2023

The L.A. Unified School District contends that Local 99 acted illegally in calling a three-day strike, starting Tuesday. For now, the strike is still on.

Howard Blume

Newsom proposes bond measure, sweeping mental health reform in California March 19, 2023

Gov. Gavin Newsom calls for sweeping mental health reforms to generate billions for behavioral health facilities throughout California.

Hannah Wiley, Taryn Luna

Photos: Undeterred by the weather, runners take to the streets for the 38th L.A. Marathon March 19, 2023

The 38th L.A. Marathon kicks off at Dodger Stadium under cloudy skies with about 20,000 participants.

Times Photography Staff

Four killed in wrong-way crash on 71 Freeway in Chino Hills March 19, 2023

Four people were killed early Sunday morning in a wrong-way collision involving several vehicles on the 71 Freeway in Chino Hills, authorities said.

Jack Dolan

L.A. Marathon 2023: Thousands hit the streets for the 38th annual trek from downtown to Century City March 19, 2023

With cloudy skies and cool temperatures, more than 20,000 participants took to the streets Sunday for the 38th annual Los Angeles Marathon.

Jeong Park, Andrew J. Campa, Andrew Khouri

Silicon Valley Bank's demise animates early days of California's 2024 U.S. Senate contest March 19, 2023

Silicon Valley Bank's recent failure highlighted how the financially precarious state of American life will be a key theme in the race

Benjamin Oreskes

Maternal deaths surged during the pandemic. How California is fighting that trend March 19, 2023

Deaths of pregnant women surged by 40% during the pandemic, according to new federal data. California has been a leader in reducing maternal mortality.

Marissa Evans

KCAL News meteorologist recovering after fainting on air March 19, 2023

Alissa Carlson, a meteorologist for KCAL News, fainted on air at the start of the Saturday morning weather forecast.

Matthew Ormseth

These essential workers of LAUSD are about to bring the school district to a halt March 19, 2023

They drive buses, clean bathrooms and care for children who are disabled. They are the fearless lunch ladies and the entry gate supervisors. These "essential workers" of LAUSD are about to go on strike for higher salaries and respect.

Christopher Goffard, Andrew J. Campa, Howard Blume

'None of those were mercy killings': A vigil for disabled people killed by family March 19, 2023

In the United States, people are nearly four times as likely to be a victim of a violent crime if they are disabled, according to a Bureau of Justice Statistics analysis.

Emily Alpert Reyes

Bass faces pushback as unhoused people are abruptly moved from one hotel to the next March 19, 2023

Critics complain that some of the homeless people served by the mayor's Inside Safe program have been shuffled from hotel to hotel.

David Zahniser

Column: Manhattan Beach is trying to close the book on Bruce's Beach. It should try harder March 19, 2023

A new plaque at Bruce's Beach acknowledges the racist act of eminent domain that destroyed what had been a haven for Black families and beachgoers.

Erika D. Smith

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Kenya protests: Raila Odinga's convoy tear-gassed in Nairobi March 20, 2023

Police crack down on the biggest opposition-led protest since President Ruto took office last year.

Jeffery Woodke and Olivier Dubois finally freed in West Africa March 20, 2023

The journalist and aid worker are finally released after efforts by Nigerien authorities.

Amritpal Singh: Punjab police step up search for Sikh separatist preacher March 20, 2023

Police in Punjab are looking for Amritpal Singh, who's on the run after calling for a Sikh homeland.

Why asylum seekers are choosing Canada in record numbers March 20, 2023

Tens of thousands are crossing into Canada via Roxham Road, an unofficial border in upstate New York.

Rupert Murdoch set to marry for fifth time at 92 March 20, 2023

The billionaire tycoon announces his engagement to former police chaplain, Ann Lesley Smith.

Is this a banking crisis - how worried should I be? March 20, 2023

Credit Suisse has been taken over by rival UBS and shares have tumbled, but your money is safe, say regulators.

Somalia drought may have killed 43,000 last year - UN March 20, 2023

Half of the deaths are thought to be in children, and many thousands more will die, a report says.

UN climate report: Scientists release 'survival guide' to avert climate disaster March 20, 2023

Technology is providing solutions but the climate forecast is worsening, scientists say in major report.

China's President Xi Jinping condemns killings of miners in CAR March 20, 2023

President Xi Jinping condemns the killing of nine Chinese nationals in the Central African Republic.

France pension reform: Macron's government faces no confidence vote March 20, 2023

They come after a pension reform bill was forced through parliament last Thursday without a vote.

Gulf Clan: Colombia suspends ceasefire with drug cartel March 20, 2023

Colombia's president says the gang has not stopped its illegal activities and is behind recent attacks.

Thailand parliament dissolved ahead of May election March 20, 2023

Opinion polls say former PM Thaksin's daughter Paetongtarn is favourite to beat a former coup leader.

Ukraine war: What support is China giving Russia? March 20, 2023

China could be providing military intelligence to Russia as well as economic support.

What happens next if Trump is arrested on Tuesday? March 20, 2023

The former president could become the first to face criminal charges. Here's what possibly lies ahead.

Australian former SAS soldier Oliver Schulz held over alleged war crime in Afghanistan March 20, 2023

Oliver Schulz, 41, faces charges over the 2012 murder of an Afghan man, Australian police say.

Menindee: Australia begins mass fish death clean-up March 20, 2023

Authorities are working out what to do with millions of rotting fish and reassuring the public about water quality.

Iraq war 20 years on: How invasion plunged country into decades of chaos March 20, 2023

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen explains why Iraqis are still living with the consequences 20 years on.

Why did the US and allies invade Iraq, 20 years ago? March 20, 2023

The US and three allies invaded Iraq 20 years ago, but most countries were against the war.

Safety pin: A tiny tool Indian women use to fight sexual harassment March 20, 2023

Almost every day women in India face sexual harassment in public places. So how do they deal with it?

Credit Suisse: Bank rescue damages Switzerland's reputation for stability March 19, 2023

Beset by scandals and crisis, many people are questioning how a totemic bank ended up beyond repair.

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