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Left homeless for holidays after fire tore through their block, South L.A. residents plead for answers December 2, 2023

After a massive fire destroyed several homes, displaced residents are searching for answers and pointing to the construction site where the blaze may have started.

Ashley Ahn, Karen Garcia

Suspect arrested in killings of three L.A. homeless people December 2, 2023

Los Angeles police have arrested a man in connection with a trio of shootings that left three homeless men dead across the city in the past week.

James Queally, Ruben Vives

After 24 days, officials declare Tustin hangar fire 'fully extinguished' December 2, 2023

The 17-story wooden hangar fire reignited several times, forcing school closures and keeping residents in homes as asbestos, lead and other toxins became airborne.

Taryn Luna

Granada Hills homeowner shoots, kills burglary suspect, police say December 2, 2023

A Granada Hills homeowner shot and killed a burglary suspect inside their home early Saturday morning, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

James Queally

Jewish USC professor, who was barred from campus over Hamas comments, allowed to return December 2, 2023

The Nov. 9 incident at USC over the Israel-Hamas war went viral online, prompting thousands to sign opposing petitions to fire and reinstate John Strauss.

Taryn Luna

Proposal for new water district sparks fear of Northern California 'water grab' December 2, 2023

In Butte County, farm landowners want to set up a new water district. Opponents fear it would open the door for selling water to other parts of California.

Ian James

O.C. man pleads guilty to firebombing Planned Parenthood clinic, plotting other attacks December 2, 2023

Chance Brannon of San Juan Capistrano pleaded guilty to firebombing a Costa Mesa Planned Parenthood clinic and plotting other attacks in Southern California.

Jeremy Childs

This SoCal suburb hailed for its five keys to a long, healthy life. We explore the Blue Zone December 2, 2023

A popular Netflix docuseries focuses on 'Blue Zones,' where lifestyles centered on faith, community and healthful eating lead to lower rates of chronic disease and greater longevity.

Steve Lopez

Execution-style killing at L.A. Live rattles famed downtown venue, but life goes on December 2, 2023

A fatal shooting at Fixins Soul Kitchen in L.A. Live — the first at the downtown complex — seemingly did little to deter visitors, diners and concertgoers this week.

Salvador Hernandez, Danielle Dorsey, Richard Winton

Woman shot, killed by police after allegedly setting fire to Chatsworth home December 2, 2023

Los Angeles police shot and killed a woman in her 50s after she was confronted by officers and set a house on fire in Chatsworth, according to authorities.

Jeremy Childs

Travelers can get a passport quicker. An L.A. post office can help Sunday at passport fair December 2, 2023

Brentwood's Barrington post office wants to help travelers with their U.S. passport applications at Sunday's passport fair. It starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 1 p.m.

Karen Garcia

Commentary: I rode 23 miles to work on an e-bike and saw the transportation promised land December 2, 2023

With safe, protected bike lanes and streets designed for humans, not only cars, we can have a future with an environmentally sound commuting option.

Paul Thornton

Column: Did Newsom give Democrats a glimpse of a younger, robust alternative to Biden? December 2, 2023

One big question after Thursday night's hyped red-vs.-blue states debate is whether California Gov. Gavin Newsom is helping President Biden or hurting him.

George Skelton

In a city full of political drama, feud between El Monte mayor and resident turns ugly December 2, 2023

El Monte resident Gabriela Leos alleges Mayor Jessica Ancona dispatched a gang member to intimidate her during a dispute in a park.

Jeong Park

Sheriff's Department moves to fire deputies in 2017 Boyle Heights crash that killed 2 children December 2, 2023

Six years after a deadly Boyle Heights crash, the L.A. County Sheriff's Department has moved to discipline two deputies involved.

Keri Blakinger, Alene Tchekmedyian

Newsom-DeSantis debate draws 4.75 million viewers on Fox News December 1, 2023

"The Great Red State vs. Blue State Debate" more than doubled the typical audience for Sean Hannity's nightly program.

Stephen Battaglio

Robert Lang Sr., fast-food pioneer who put the Double-Double on In-N-Out's menu, dies December 1, 2023

Robert Lang Sr., a former longtime In-N-Out Burger executive who officially put the Double-Double on the chain's menu, has died at 87.

Daniel Miller

L.A. police search for gunman who killed 3 homeless people as they slept December 1, 2023

LAPD is searching for an assailant suspected of fatally shooting three homeless people over a few days.

Ruben Vives, Richard Winton, Jeremy Childs, James Queally

Café Tropical closed this week. Debts and a bitter family dispute played a role December 1, 2023

Court documents reviewed by The Times show that the closure is tied to a simmering family dispute and debts over the restaurant, which Daniel Navarro bought in 2019.

Noah Goldberg

California sets initial State Water Project allocations at 10% after two dry months December 1, 2023

After a relatively dry October and November, California has set an initial water allocation of 10% for agencies receiving supplies from the State Water Project.

Ian James

Being a mom to an “almost” teenager, I’ve watched as she and her friends are beginning to speak differently… and not just the slang from…

Paris attack near Eiffel Tower leaves one dead and two injured December 3, 2023

The French interior minister said the alleged attacker was heard shouting "Allahu Akbar".

Mindanao: Four killed in explosion at Catholic Mass in Philippines December 3, 2023

Four are killed and 42 wounded in a blast officials suspect was carried out by Islamist militants.

Essequibo: Venezuela votes on claim to Guyana-controlled oil region December 3, 2023

The referendum asks if Venezuelans support the claim to two thirds of the land controlled by Guyana.

The country where Kissinger left a legacy of bombs and turmoil December 3, 2023

Henry Kissinger died aged 100 this week. His policies caused widespread destruction in Cambodia.

How scientists are fighting climate-fuelled disease December 3, 2023

As leaders gather in Dubai for the UN climate summit, experts say global warming is having a ‘profound effect' on health.

Oreo fritters to teacup pizza: Indian street food gets trendy December 3, 2023

The need for viral food videos is driving some unusual experiments - but do they work?

Could X go bankrupt under Elon Musk? December 2, 2023

Musk's profane attack on advertisers baffled experts - without adverts, how would X survive?

Philippines earthquake: Video shows chaos in shop as tremors hit December 2, 2023

Video shows violent tremors shaking goods off shop shelves and blowing out street lights.

Israel-Gaza war: Residents of Khan Younis say Israeli strikes heaviest since start of war December 2, 2023

Civilians in parts of north and south Gaza have been told to evacuate as Israel's renewed bombardment continues.

George Santos expelled from Congress in historic vote December 2, 2023

"To hell with this place," the disgraced congressman says as he leaves the Capitol.

Flights grounded and trains cancelled as snow paralyses Europe December 2, 2023

Train and flight cancellations cause disruption to travellers in Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic.

COP28: UN climate talks go big on ending fossil fuels December 2, 2023

Countries and companies pledge more renewables and emissions cuts but critics say the measures fall short.

Russia LGBT: Police raid Moscow gay clubs, media say December 2, 2023

The reported raids come a day after the country's Supreme Court outlawed the "LGBT movement".

French anti-bullying bikers accused of threatening headteacher December 2, 2023

Members of a French motorcycle group against bullying are charged with threats to headteacher.

Pope Francis calls for end to fossil fuels at COP28 in Dubai December 2, 2023

In a message to the summit in Dubai, the Pope urges the world to move away from coal, oil and gas.

Mount Etna eruption lights up the night sky December 2, 2023

Europe's most active volcano has been in a constant state of activity since 2013.

Bologna's leaning tower sealed off over fears it could collapse December 2, 2023

Work has begun on a barrier around the Garisenda Tower and authorities say the situation is "critical".

Quinto Inuma: Peru environmentalist who fought for Amazon shot dead December 2, 2023

The government expressed "deep regret" over Quinto Inuma's death, describing the attack as "cowardly".

'Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals!' - Home Alone actor gets Hollywood Walk of Fame star December 2, 2023

Macaulay Culkin unveils his Hollywood star and says the honour is meaningful to him as a father.

Congo cobalt: TikTokers quit vaping over mining concerns December 2, 2023

A swell of online interest in the central African nation has young adults questioning what they puff.

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