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A 95,000-gallon sewage spill closes two-mile stretch of Laguna Beach coastline November 29, 2023

A 2-mile stretch of Laguna Beach coastline has been closed to swimmers and surfers due to a sewer line break that spilled almost 95,000 gallons, officials said.

Grace Toohey

Adjunct film professors at USC move to unionize: 'Enough is enough' November 29, 2023

Adjunct film professors at USC's prestigious film school have formed a union in pursuit of higher pay, greater career opportunities and other demands.

Christi Carras

California doctors analyzed medical emergencies at immigration detention facilities. Here's what they found November 29, 2023

Researchers analyzed about 1,200 recorded emergencies from 2018 through 2022 at three detention centers in California.

Andrea Castillo

Rain, wind and chilly weather are hitting Southern California. How long will it last? November 29, 2023

A series of storm systems are bringing rain, wind and cooler weather across Southern California through Saturday. Clearing and warming is forecast by Sunday.

Grace Toohey

Video shows LAPD cruiser crash into pedestrian in South L.A. November 29, 2023

The man was wearing a high-visibility vest while walking on South Normandie Avenue before he was struck by an out-of-control LAPD cruiser.

Nathan Solis

From decarbonization to electric cars, California hopes to showcase climate leadership at COP28 November 29, 2023

California is expected to play a sizable role in the annual U.N. climate conference that will begin this week in Dubai.

Hayley Smith

Newsom announces plan to crack down on deadly street drug known as 'tranq' November 29, 2023

Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to target dealers trafficking in xylazine, a sedative only authorized for veterinary use, but frequently mixed with fentanyl and detected in overdose deaths.

Anabel Sosa

Suicides in U.S. hit historic high in 2022, driven by increase among older adults November 29, 2023

Rising suicide rates among older adults drove such deaths to a historic high in the U.S. last year, even as suicide declined among youth, the CDC reports.

Emily Alpert Reyes

A California dry farmer's juicy apples show how agriculture can be done with less water November 29, 2023

Some California growers specialize in dry farming, working with nature to grow apples and melons without irrigation. They tout the approach as a water solution.

Ian James

Gunfire erupts inside L.A. Live restaurant; 1 killed, 1 injured November 29, 2023

A man was killed and a second victim was injured after a shooting inside an L.A. Live restaurant on Tuesday night.

Jeremy Childs

L.A. council members seek report on hateful fliers during emotional meeting November 29, 2023

Two City Council members are asking police and the city attorney to report on mass littering as a means of disseminating hate after antisemitic fliers were distributed in L.A. neighborhoods.

Caroline Petrow-Cohen, Dakota Smith

Newport Beach police investigate allegations NBA's Josh Giddey had relationship with minor November 29, 2023

Newport Beach police have launched an inquiry into Oklahoma City Thunder player Josh Giddey following allegations that he had an inappropriate relationship with an underage girl.

Salvador Hernandez

Family of slain Palmdale deputy files $20-million wrongful-death claim against county November 29, 2023

Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer was gunned down in September. Now, his parents are alleging that he worked so much forced overtime he couldn't stay alert against threats.

Keri Blakinger

He survived being shot 16 times by deputies. Another cop called the shooting 'reckless' November 29, 2023

Erik Talavera stole a trailer and was shot 16 times by two deputies because he held a knife. He survived and is suing the San Diego County, alleging excessive force.

Salvador Hernandez

Charles Munger, who helped build one of the greatest fortunes in U.S. history, has died November 28, 2023

Charles Munger started as an L.A. lawyer before becoming Warren Buffett's billionaire investment partner.

Tom Petruno

Massive fire sweeps through L.A. city block in 'a blink of an eye,' consuming homes November 28, 2023

Over 100 firefighters battled a 'city-block-sized' fire after crews found an apartment building under construction in flames on East Vernon Avenue, the LAFD said.

Nathan Solis, Irfan Khan, Ashley Ahn, Karen Garcia

Fire at lesbian bar Gossip Grill was quickly cleaned up, but patrons' sense of safety was scorched November 28, 2023

After a fire significantly damaged one of the few lesbian bars in the United States, the community rallied to support what it loves.

Jireh Deng

NPS wants to plant sequoias. Environmentalists sue, say there's no need to butt in November 28, 2023

The John Muir Project, Wilderness Watch, Sequoia ForestKeeper and the Tule River Conservancy aim to stop the National Park Service from reseeding sequoia groves.

Andrew J. Campa

Silicon Valley executive Lexi Reese drops out of U.S. Senate race November 28, 2023

Silicon Valley executive Lexi Reese dropped out of California's U.S. Senate race, citing fundraising difficulties and an inability to gain traction among state voters.

Benjamin Oreskes

'Screaming at the top of our lungs': California family celebrates relatives' release by Hamas November 28, 2023

A Southern California resident is celebrating after four relatives were released from their long captivity in Gaza following Hamas' attack on Israel.

Brittny Mejia

On January 4, 2023, the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Secretary General Henry Puna made a public statement about Japan’s plan to dump over 1 million tons of…

South African man jailed for inciting pro-Jacob Zuma riot in 2021 November 29, 2023

The former security guard is the first person to be convicted over the unrest in 2021.

Germany teens held for alleged Christmas market attack plot November 29, 2023

Police are said to have intervened to be on the safe side, after a specific target was identified.

Elijah McClain: Trial of paramedics charged in death begins November 29, 2023

The trial has begun for two paramedics charged over the 2019 death of the 23-year-old Colorado man.

US says it foiled alleged plot to assassinate Sikh activist in New York November 29, 2023

The suspect tried to pay a hitman to kill an American member of a Sikh separatist group, prosecutors say.

Sticky Vicky: Legendary Benidorm dancer dies aged 80 November 29, 2023

The X-rated performer had a legendary status among Brits travelling to the Spanish resort on holiday.

Cardinal Raymond Burke: Pope Francis to evict US critic from Vatican November 29, 2023

He also plans to revoke the salary of Cardinal Raymond Burke who opposes him on contraception and homosexuality.

COP28: Can a climate summit in an oil state change anything? November 29, 2023

The big issues facing global leaders gathering for the world's most important climate summit.

Russia warns of tension as Finland shuts last crossing November 29, 2023

Finland closes the eighth crossing on its long Russian border, prompting Kremlin condemnation.

Marvel's Jonathan Majors in court over assault charge November 29, 2023

The actor, who had recent roles in blockbuster films, allegedly had a ”domestic dispute” with his girlfriend.

Cobre Panamá: Panama orders controversial copper mine's closure November 29, 2023

Environmentalists warned the mine threatened water supplies and damaged Panama's coastal area.

Anger and despair as Palestinians queue for supplies during truce November 29, 2023

Palestinians are filled with anger and despair as they seek basic supplies during the truce in Gaza.

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: The story behind this heartwarming father-son kiss November 29, 2023

The son was among 41 workers who were trapped in a tunnel in India's Uttarakhand state for 17 days.

Family return to wreckage of their Gaza home November 29, 2023

Wael Qudeih has already had to rebuild his family home twice after previous conflicts.

US military aircraft with six aboard crashes off Japan island November 29, 2023

Japan's Coast Guard says one person has died in the crash off Yakushima Island in the south-west.

Gazans queue for days for a limited supply of cooking gas, BBC told November 29, 2023

The wait, however, could be futile, as demand is far greater than supply.

Rare Sumatran rhino born in Indonesia November 29, 2023

There are only around 40 of the animals left in the world, conservationists say.

How the Elgin Marbles scream injustice for most Greeks November 29, 2023

After talks between UK and Greek leaders are cancelled, our Europe correspondent gauges the response in Athens.

Finding happiness after the Clutha helicopter crash November 29, 2023

A decade since disaster struck a busy Glasgow pub, survivor Michael Byrne speaks of the impact the tragedy had on him.

Watch: Teen steers runaway bus away from petrol pumps November 29, 2023

CCTV captured how an Australian student stopped her school bus from hitting a petrol station.

Bolivia wildfires: Locals care for animals affected by blazes November 29, 2023

Images from mountainous San Buenaventura show locals doing their best to help vulnerable wildlife.

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