The Latest Breaking News from Los Angeles

Scandal-plagued LA City Council deeply unpopular; voters have faith in Bass, poll finds

LOS ANGELES — If the last week was any indication, Mayor Karen Bass starts her tenure with the wind at her back.

Los Angeles Times · Dec 19, 2022

Southern California ports are losing to East Coast rivals, threatening LA-area jobs

From the peaceful vantage point of Angels Gate Park, high above San Pedro Bay in San Pedro, California, a huge floating traffic jam of cargo ships was clearly visible when it reached its peak of 109 vessels in January, stranding toys, clothing, semiconductors, cars and a long list of items…

Los Angeles Times · Dec 19, 2022

Three players who need to step up with Anthony Davis out

Who are the Lakers players who need to up their game most while Anthony Davis is injured?

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 19, 2022

Drought-ravaged LA seeks surprising source of water: A contaminated Superfund site

LOS ANGELES — As drought and climate change ravage California’s once-reliable supply of drinking water, officials in Los Angeles are setting their sights on a relatively new, almost untapped resource for the city’s 4 million residents: the Superfund site in their own backyard.

Los Angeles Times · Dec 19, 2022

Calif. twin expert comes to rescue of former medical students accused of cheating

LOS ANGELES — Identical twins Kayla and Kellie Bingham share more than physical attributes. They both enjoy running, are competitive soccer players and love trivia nights. In school, they received similar grades and standardized exam scores.

Los Angeles Times · Dec 19, 2022

Lakers player grades: Lakers survive and defeat Wizards in thriller

Without Anthony Davis, the Lakers got increased production from several players and held on for a win over the Wizards.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 19, 2022

Boogie Ellis, USC take leap forward with win over No. 19 Auburn

LOS ANGELES — USC had allowed its six-point lead in the final minute against No. 19 Auburn to dissipate, a bad in-bounds pass intercepted by the Tigers to cut it down with four free throws with hardly any precious seconds slipping off the clock.

The Orange County Register · Dec 19, 2022

Cameron Dicker’s 43-yard field goal secures win for Chargers

LOS ANGELES — Cameron Dicker’s 43-yard field goal with four seconds remaining lifted the Chargers to a 17-14 victory over Tennessee on Sunday at SoFi Stadium.

Los Angeles Times · Dec 19, 2022

LA taps hotel rooms as estimated 40,000 people live homeless

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass told NBC's “Meet the Press” that her administration will start moving homeless people off streets and into motel rooms through a new program that launches Tuesday

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2022

LA Mayor Bass’ program to move homeless people indoors to launch Tuesday

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will launch a city program to move people living in tents on city streets into hotel and motel rooms on Tuesday, she said Sunday during an appearance on NBC’s “Meet The Press.”

Los Angeles Times · Dec 18, 2022