L.A.
Coverage of L.A. in the Nexus archive.
- Sheriff's department shares photos of 27 suspects wanted in East L.A. AutoZone break-ins
Authorities circulated photos of 27 suspects believed to have forced their way into an AutoZone store in East L.A. The individuals are wanted for break-ins that occurred during back-to-back street takeovers last weekend.
- L.A. street takeover acts as cover while thieves ransack local business
Dozens of people ransacked a Bellflower business early Saturday while a massive street takeover clogged a nearby intersection, authorities said. Deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department responded to 15100 block of Bellflower Boulevard after a caller reported seeing 20 to 30 people breaking into the location.
- 5 hospitalized after rollover crash on 405 Fwy in L.A.
Five people were hospitalized after a rollover crash occurred on the 405 Freeway in the San Fernando Valley. Los Angeles Fire Department crews responded to the incident near the Victory Boulevard exit in Van Nuys.
- Flights between L.A. and Hawaii disrupted as Hurricane Lala hits the Big Island
Flights traveling from L.A. to Hawaii have been disrupted due to Hurricane Lala hitting the Big Island. On Saturday, several service flights departing from LAX were canceled, impacting various destinations such as Kona, Maui, Kauai, and Honolulu.
- Flights between L.A. and Hawaii disrupted as Hurricane Lala hits the Big Island
Hurricane Lala has disrupted flights between L.A. and Hawaii, causing several services to be canceled on Saturday. Cancellations included routes to Kona, Maui, Kauai, and Honolulu.
- Driver accused of trying to run over couple and their dog during walk at the park in LA
During a routine dog walk in Mid-Wilshire, a couple reported that a car jumped the curb and attempted to hit them and their dog after an exchange of words. The incident took place at a park in Los Angeles.
- Amid legal battle, LA couple's surrogate gives birth in Texas to baby with heart defect
A legal dispute exists between the biological parents of a newborn boy and the woman who served as his surrogate. The baby was given birth in Texas and has been noted to have a heart defect. This situation places the infant at the center of a politically charged court case.
- An accounting glitch caused nearly half of L.A.'s increase in the homeless count
An accounting glitch accounted for nearly half of L.A.'s increase in the homeless population count. The report specified that 638 beds at Union Rescue Mission had not been counted last year, resulting in a reported 24% rise in homelessness on Skid Row.
- An accounting glitch caused nearly half of L.A.'s increase in the homeless count
An accounting glitch was responsible for nearly half of L.A.'s recorded increase in homeless count. The overlooked data involved 638 beds at Union Rescue Mission that went uncounted last year. This reporting error contributed to a reported 24% rise in homelessness on Skid Row.
- LA model and influencer accused of stealing from dates denied mental health diversion
Model and influencer Adva Lavie faces multiple theft related charges following accusations of stealing from dates. A judge denied her request for a mental health diversion, which left her jailed without bond.
- For L.A. college students, the GOP's $20-burrito debate is about more than lunch
A debate among Conservatives is unfolding regarding college students in L.A., focusing on the economic viability of $20-burritos. The online discussion centers on whether younger generations should be more frugal with food expenses, or if they are dealing with a broader affordability problem.
- For L.A. college students, the GOP's $20-burrito debate is about more than lunch
The $20-burrito debate involving L.A. college students highlights a larger issue for many people. Conservatives are debating online whether college students should be more frugal regarding food, or if they are actually grappling with broader affordability issues.
- Ridge Fire near Gorman prompts evacuations, briefly closes the 5
The Ridge Fire near Gorman prompted evacuations in both L.A. and Kern counties due to its quick growth to 1,057 acres. The fire caused a temporary closure of the 5 Freeway at the L.A.-Kern county line. Authorities issued evacuation orders for specific areas while monitoring the wildfire's status.
- William Mulholland brought water to L.A. He failed to stop a disastrous flood
William Mulholland brought water to L.A., though he failed to stop a disastrous flood. While inspecting the leaking water from the dam, Mulholland declared there was nothing to fear; he noted that the muddiness came from water spilling over a dirt road. The article also stated that the czar returned to L.A.
- L.A. homeless provider has paid CEO who lives in Hawaii $1.6 million in salary, vacation over two years
The chief executive of a domestic violence nonprofit received $1.6 million in salary and vacation over two years from an L.A. homeless provider. This compensation is being highlighted because it is significantly more than what comparable organizations pay their heads.
- William Mulholland brought water to L.A. He failed to stop a disastrous flood
William Mulholland brought water to L.A., but he failed to prevent a disastrous flood. While inspecting water leaking from the dam, Mulholland declared there was nothing to fear, dismissing the muddiness as coming from spilled water over a dirt road.
- L.A. homeless provider has paid CEO who lives in Hawaii $1.6 million in salary, vacation over two years
An L.A. homeless provider paid its CEO, who lives in Hawaii, a total of $1.6 million in salary and vacation over two years. The chief executive works for a domestic violence nonprofit and is reportedly receiving compensation significantly more than comparable organizational heads.
- Feds targeted Latinos more after Supreme Court's racial profiling decision, report says
A report claims federal agencies increased targeting of Latinos after the Supreme Court's racial profiling decision. Recent court filings allege that L.A. federal immigration agents used racial slurs in body camera footage and text messages when referring to Latinos.
- Arellano: Go visit Trump's White House, Dodgers — but stand up for L.A. while you're there
The Los Angeles Dodgers are scheduled to visit Trump's White House. The author compares this visit to staying in the dugout during a bench-clearing brawl and offering the offender a handshake.
- Arellano: Go visit Trump's White House, Dodgers — but stand up for L.A. while you're there
The Dodgers are scheduled to visit the White House, which the article compares to staying in the dugout during a bench-clearing brawl and offering the offender a handshake. The piece urges support for Los Angeles while visiting Trump's White House.
- There’s no glory in illegal fireworks on the 4th — and a lot of fear
The article discusses the use of illegal fireworks in a city that has banned them, highlighting the conflict between tradition and local regulations on July Fourth. It notes the emotional tension between celebrating American culture and the risks associated with unauthorized pyrotechnics.
- Veda Pierce, L.A.'s most odious monster, dead at 98
Veda Pierce, described as L.A.'s most odious monster, died at 98. Her relentless pursuit of material wealth and status contributed to her reputation as one of the city's greatest villains.
- Lopez: For mayoral candidates and all of L.A., here's the homelessness conversation we must have
Lopez urges mayoral candidates and residents of Los Angeles to address homelessness through a comprehensive plan, highlighting the mayoral general election as an opportunity to propose solutions.
- Farewell, my Smilodon: La Brea Tar Pits to close for two years
The La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles will close for two years due to a massive renovation. The project aims to highlight new scientific advancements at the institution.
- Trump signals support for Pratt in L.A. mayoral election: 'I'd like to see him do well'
Donald Trump expressed support for a candidate in the L.A. mayoral election, stating he would like to see him do well. Trump did not make a formal endorsement. The comments were the first public statements from the president on the L.A. mayor's race.
- Neighbor bear-sprayed by burglars in Studio City; alarm disrupts thieves in Beverly Grove
Two recent burglaries in the L.A. area were disrupted after a resident's alarm went off in one incident and a neighbor confronted thieves in the other. The incidents occurred in Studio City and Beverly Grove. The burglars used bear spray on a neighbor.
- Lopez: For all the chatter by mayoral candidates, can anyone fix L.A.'s enduring problems?
The mayoral candidates in Los Angeles have been debating, but it's unclear if they can fix the city's enduring problems, such as broken streets. The debates themselves have been underwhelming. The city faces significant challenges that need to be addressed.
- Man fed teen Adderall, forced him to work then abandoned him on an L.A. freeway, prosecutors say
A Thousand Oaks man has been charged with labor trafficking of a 14-year-old boy, forcing him to sell clothing online and abandoning him on an L.A. freeway. The man allegedly fed the teen Adderall and coerced him into working. Authorities have taken action against the perpetrator.
- Shot in the head and face at L.A. 'No Kings' protest, two young men are now seeking justice
Micah Moore and Tucker Collins were shot in the head and face at a 'No Kings' protest in L.A., resulting in hearing and sight loss, and are now seeking justice through legal action.