California launches civil rights probe into botched evacuations in historically Black Altadena
California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta announced an investigation into potential civil rights violations during the emergency response to the Eaton fire. West Altadena, a historically Black community, received late evacuation alerts and few firefighting resources, The Times
Rejecting science, Trump reverses conclusion that climate change is harming Americans
The 2009 endangerment finding affirms that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases pose a threat to human health and welfare. Its repeal marks one of the most significant deregulatory actions in U.S. history.
Yosemite’s famed ‘firefall’ returns. Here’s how to see it for yourself
Yosemite National Park is bracing for thousands of visitors who want to see the “firefall” at Horsetail Fall.
Vehicle drives off 500-foot cliff at California’s Highway 1 in Big Sur; driver found dead
One person dies after a vehicle drove off a 500-foot cliff in Big Sur, according to officials.
Iranian Athletes, Actors Quietly Honor People Killed In Protest Crackdown
A trophy-winning women’s soccer team in Iran, along with celebrated actors, joined in nationwide acts of solidarity with the thousands who were killed by state security forces in a crackdown in January on protests. The Bam Khatoon
Iranian State Media Reporter Says ‘Death To Khamenei’ On Air
An Iranian state television reporter said “Death to Khamenei” during a live broadcast at a government rally on February 11. The reporter, Mus’ab Rasulizad, later apologized in a video he shared on social media and claimed the
Will Iran Budge On Missile Program For A Deal?
US President Donald Trump has signaled optimism that diplomacy with Iran can succeed, but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fears a narrow deal could allow Tehran to expand its missile program.
He was flying from L.A. to Houston. So how did he end up in Tokyo?
In August, Víctor Calderón got on an international flight from LAX to Tokyo, Japan. There was only one issue — his boarding pass said Houston.
AG Pam Bondi clashes with Democrats in testimony before House Judiciary Committee over Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi came under sharp fire during a tense House Judiciary Committee hearing Wednesday, as lawmakers pressed her over the Justice Department’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files and accusations that the agency has targeted
Teen suspect identified in shooting at Canadian school and home that killed nine, injured dozens
A shooting at a high school followed by a related incident at a nearby home left at least nine people dead and dozens injured Tuesday afternoon in Tumbler Ridge, a small community in northeastern British Columbia, according