Is it the end for the lush lawns of Los Angeles?
Tougher rules on watering gardens mean residents will have to consider alternatives to green grass......»»
Food insecurity worsens among low-income Angelenos as emergency boost to CalFresh program expires
In March, nearly 1.4 million CalFresh beneficiaries in Los Angeles County will receive their final pandemic-era boost intended to help make food more affordable for low-income people. Every household will receive at least $95/month less, and some cou.....»»
Heavy snow hits parts of southern California
Heavy snow fell in southern California on Friday, as the first blizzard in a generation pounded the hills around Los Angeles, with heavy rains threatening flooding in other places......»»
Heavy snow hits southern California
Heavy snow fell in southern California on Friday, as the first blizzard in a generation pounded the Los Angeles area, with heavy rains threatening flooding in other places......»»
California"s biggest environmental cleanup leaves lead contamination and frustration
California's largest and most expensive environmental cleanup has failed to properly remove lead pollution from some homes and neighborhoods near a notorious battery recycler in southeast Los Angeles County, leaving residents at continued risk, a Los.....»»
Study finds only a quarter of LA Metro bus stops offer shade
According to a new UCLA report, only 26% of Los Angeles Metro bus stops have shelters that provide shade......»»
Astronomers still scratching their heads over population of ocean-world exoplanets
In a recent study submitted to the Astrophysical Journal Letters, an international team of researchers led by the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) examine the potential for water-worlds around M-dwarf stars. Water-worlds, also known as oc.....»»
Here’s how to watch the 2023 Grammys on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and more
The 2023 Grammy Awards are taking place tonight, live from Los Angeles. Touted as “Music’s Biggest Night,” you can expect performances from the likes of Harry Styles, Stevie Wonder, Lizzo, and more. Head below for details on how to watch and s.....»»
Where to watch the 2023 Grammys
Music's biggest night heads to Los Angeles for the 2023 Grammys. Find out where to watch the broadcast on Sunday night!.....»»
Famed LA mountain lion"s death shines light on tribal talks
The life of Los Angeles' most famous mountain lion followed a path known only to the biggest of Hollywood stars: Discovered on-camera in 2012, the cougar adopted a stage name and enjoyed a decade of celebrity status before his tragic death late last.....»»
Mountain lion mortality maps show rough road for cougars
As Los Angeles prepares to celebrate the life of beloved mountain lion P-22 this weekend, mountain lion mortality maps from the University of California, Davis, show that many cougars suffer similar fates along California's roads and highways......»»
Homeless count in LA shows 18% rise in three high-priority neighborhoods: Report
A year-long count of unhoused people in three hot-spot neighborhoods in Los Angeles has found that their numbers rose by an average of 18% over the period, despite periodic encampment cleanups and other efforts to address the problem, according to a.....»»
Airlines and cattle ranchers have beef with Google’s climate math
Businesses with sales at stake are pushing back on Google's emissions estimates. Enlarge (credit: Damien Meyer/Getty Images) Flying premium from San Francisco to Los Angeles, a common trip for some Californians, could ge.....»»
Deforestation imperils famed DR Congo reserve as refugees flood in
Acrid smoke swirls amid the buzzing of dozens of chainsaws under the majestic Nyiragongo volcano, producing scenes of devastation in the heart of the lush natural treasure in eastern DR Congo......»»
XBB.1.5: Still more questions than answers on risk of latest omicron subvariant
Amid heightened concern, XBB.1.5 risks have a "high degree of uncertainty." Enlarge / A CDC COVID-19 variant testing site inside Tom Bradley International Terminal at Los Angeles International Airport on Monday. The airport testi.....»»
Why is drought-weary Los Angeles letting stormwater flow into the Pacific Ocean?
The Los Angeles River roared to life this week as a series of powerful storms moved through the Southland. In Long Beach, 3 feet of water shut down the 710 Freeway in both directions, while flooding in the San Fernando Valley forced the closure of th.....»»
California moves last two chimps from animal sanctuary that abruptly closed in 2019
With the move of its last two chimps, a former Los Angeles County animal sanctuary that was abruptly closed in 2019 is now empty of its animal charges, state officials said Wednesday......»»
Is it safe? Why some animals fear using wildlife crossings
The recent capture and euthanizing of Los Angeles's well-known mountain lion P-22, whose numerous injuries were likely the result of being hit by a car, has highlighted the need for safe wildlife crossings in cities and other high-traffic areas......»»
Power plants found likely to be in close proximity to neighborhoods classified as "hazardous" by HOLC redlining
A group of researchers from the University of California Los Angeles and the Columbia Mailman School of Public Health has found that fossil fuel plants are more likely to be found near to neighborhoods identified as hazardous during HOLC redlining......»»
AutoNation to buy mobile service provider RepairSmith
AutoNation Inc.'s purchase of automotive service company RepairSmith, of Los Angeles, will be a $190 million deal expected to close in the first quarter of 2023......»»
The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is a much-improved hybrid SUV
26 mpg once the battery is depleted is not amazing, however. Enlarge / Mitsubishi's plug-in hybrid SUV has been comprehensively redesigned for 2023. (credit: Mitsubishi) Mitsubishi provided a flight from Los Angeles to N.....»»