California

A citizens’ commission overseeing problems in Los Angeles County’s Probation Department called for resignation of department Chief Adolfo Gonzales on Thursday, Feb. 23, after watching a video in which probation officers pinned a 17-year-old boy facedown on a bed and bent his legs while he cried for his mother. Following the incident in 2020 at

Eight trade associations and two Sacramento County politicians are suing to stop a new anti-pay-to-play law that prevents elected officials from voting on matters involving the people and companies who contribute to their campaigns. Senate Bill 1439, in effect since Jan. 1, requires public officeholders — from city councils to school boards, water boards and

As the 40 days of Lent have officially started, thousands of Catholic high schoolers and adults are gathered at the Anaheim Convention Center this weekend for the annual Religious Education Congress, put on by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. As the community mourns the death of Los Angeles Auxiliary Bishop David O’Connell, who was murdered

This weekend marks a full year since Vladimir Putin’s Russian forces first invaded Ukraine. On the world stage, Putin is making overtures to China while President Joe Biden circles the wagons with NATO. On the local stage, Los Angeles and other communities will commemorate the milestone with speeches, a protest, a sculpture unveiling and an

As a cold, powerful storm front expected to bring massive amounts of snow and rain marched into Southern California on Wednesday, Feb. 22, preparations were underway at homes and businesses across the region while various government and emergency services agencies prepared to take action. Several inches of rain and up to 7 feet of snow

A view from the San Fernando Valley: Jorge Solrio rides rides horse Benino on a trail near the 210 Freeway in Lake View Terrace, Friday, Jan 27, 2023. (Photo by Hans Gutknecht, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG) Community meetings bring people together for exchange of ideas and memorable shared experiences. Here’s a sampling of  meetings and

Los Angeles County public health officials reported  378 more cases of the coronavirus since Monday, bringing the total number of cases to 3,697,051 as of Tuesday, Feb. 21. Officials reported 10 more deaths linked to the coronavirus since Monday for a total of 35,603 deaths since tracking began. According to the California Department of Public

Two people died and three others were injured after a car was struck by a Metro Blue Line train in Central-Alameda on Monday, Feb. 20, authorities said. Firefighters responded at around 7 p.m. to the area of 1629 East 24th Street to assist patients after a car carrying five people was hit by the Metro

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library held its 30th annual event on Monday to celebrate the Presidents’ Day holiday. Visitors enjoyed appearances and storytelling by president and first lady lookalikes, and activities including presidential bingo and crafting, carnival-style and picnic games, three-legged races and water balloon tosses. Patriotic music was performed by the Los Angeles Police

Bishop David G. O’Connell, Auxiliary Bishop of the San Gabriel Pastoral Region, Archdiocese of Los Angeles gives a warm embrace to Stella Lopez, 97, a resident at Santa Teresita. The Archdiocese of Los Angeles kicked off a novena (nine days of prayer) for the elderly, disabled and those nearing the end of life with a

Zena (A506836) is a sweet and friendly dog who can often be seen wagging her adorable stubby tail! This six-year-old boxer loves meeting new people, especially if they give her lots of love and scratches. Fall in love with Zena through February 22, and her adoption fee is only $14 as part of Pasadena Humane’s

Prince of Peace Episcopal Church on Rudnick Avenue in Woodland Hills. (Google Street View) Here is a sampling of upcoming faith gatherings in the San Fernando Valley area. Feb. 18 Donations for Earthquake Relief in Syria and Turkey: The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles has asked parishes to add a special collection on Feb.

MTA service employee, Arthur Winston, in March 2006. (Photo by John Lazar, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG) When President Gerald Ford officially named February as Black History Month in 1976, he urged all Americans to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor.” Fast forward 47 years

The changes taking place in San Pedro are hard not to notice. But the quickly developing attractions may also be hard to navigate at some point, especially for those new to the now-branded LA Waterfront area — and the Port of Los Angeles seems fully aware of that looming problem. And so, the firm that

Los Angeles County public health officials reported  1,096 more cases of the coronavirus since Thursday, bringing the total number of cases to 3,694,317 as of Friday, Feb. 17. Officials reported 17 more deaths linked to the coronavirus since Thursday for a total of 35,545 deaths since tracking began. There were 12 fewer hospitalizations since Thursday,

Three people were hospitalized after a pursuit of a stolen vehicle in South Los Angeles ended in a crash on Thursday, Feb. 16, according to police. Officers with the 77th Division of the LAPD began chasing a stolen vehicle Thursday night, according to an officer with LAPD South Traffic Division. At the intersection of South

Los Angeles County public health officials reported  1,144 more cases of the coronavirus since Wednesday, bringing the total number of cases to 3,693,237 as of Thursday, Feb. 16. Officials reported 20 more deaths linked to the coronavirus since Wednesday for a total of 35,528 deaths since tracking began. There were 10 more hospitalizations since Wednesday,

Jimmy Ngan and his wife Jenny and children Jolie and Jaycan thank first responders during Monterey Park City Council’s meeting on, February 15, 2023. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG) Brandon Tsay, who disarmed the gunman minutes after the Monterey Park mass shooting, is welcomed to Monterey Park City Council meeting on Wednesday,

Kindred hospitals across Southern California will hold a hiring event from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22 as the company looks to hire nurses and case managers. Hospitals in Los Angeles, Baldwin Park, Brea, La Mirada, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, Santa Ana, West Covina, Gardena and Westminster have openings for registered nurses, certified

Los Angeles County public health officials reported  1,191 more cases of the coronavirus since Monday, bringing the total number of cases to 3,690,901 as of Tuesday, Feb. 14. Officials reported 20 more deaths linked to the coronavirus since Monday for a total of 35,490 deaths since tracking began. There were five fewer hospitalizations since Monday,