Kevin Tidmarsh

A Waymo autonomous vehicle on Steiner Street in San Francisco, on November 17, 2023.

State board affirms Waymo's expansion into LA

The driverless car company has been given the go-ahead to operate on freeways, though the company hasn't announced any plans to offer rides outside of L.A.'s surface streets.

Sun rises in a red sky with the outline of skyscrapers visible

Climate and Environment

Summer is here: Brace yourself for hotter temperatures this weekend

Temperatures could get up to 106 in inland desert areas and 95 in the foothills and valleys.

The silhouettes of firefighters in helmets and with a hose are dark agains a fire that fills the background in orange and red

Climate and Environment

Crews Increase Containment Of Wildfires In Gorman And Hesperia

The Post and Hesperia fires both started Saturday, kicking off wildfire season in the Southland. On Sunday, a small brush fire in the Hollywood Hills near Pilgrimage Bridge was quickly knocked down.

Climate and Environment

Strong Winds Expected Tonight As Post Fire Expands In Gorman, While Containment Increases For Hesperia Fire

The Post Fire and Hesperia Fire started on Saturday and quickly grew overnight, kicking off wildfire season in the Southland. On Sunday, a small brush fire in the Hollywood Hills near Pilgrimage Bridge was quickly knocked down.

Pink flowers in bloom on the branches of a tree.

Explore LA

Jacarandas are beautiful, but they're not LA's only blooming tree. Here's your SoCal guide

A love letter to L.A.'s less showy — but just as beautiful — trees.

A digital rendering of a busy highway with a large horizontal bridge over all lanes. Vehicles are driving on the highway, and the bridge has the text "Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing" facing the front. It's also covered in trees and shrubs, a contrast to the paved roadway below.

Climate and Environment

Mountain Lion Found Dead On 101 Freeway, Less Than A Mile From Future Wildlife Crossing Site

The mountain lion was found on the highway at about 4:45 a.m. this morning, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Four people pick up trash on the beach on an overcast day. Three of the people are wearing dark tshirts while one is wearing a red and black plaid shirt and khaki pants. The volunteers are holding trash bags.

Climate and Environment

A New Report Highlights Some Of The Nation's Dirtiest Beaches — And California's Coast Didn't Do Great

The Surfrider Foundation's most recent report didn't highlight any beaches in the Los Angeles area for their high bacteria levels, but there's still major room for improvement.

A grove flanked by picturesque mountains and evergreen trees. In the foreground, a wooden walkway with benches.

Explore LA

Kings Canyon's Cedar Grove Is Open Again Today, More Than A Year After Being Closed For Flooding

The popular recreation area has mostly recovered from the 2022-23 winter storms, though you'll have to wait until next month at the earliest to camp there.

A man is cycling on a downtown street with a helmet and bag on back of electric bike.

Transportation and Mobility

New E-Bike Regulations Are Coming To Orange County. Here's What To Know

Helmets will be required for people under 18 and certain types of bikes, and the use of faster e-bikes will be banned for those under 16.

A yellow fire hydrant pictured on a Los Angeles street.

News

What's Behind The Rise Of Fire Hydrant Thefts In South LA County?

Over 300 fire hydrants have been stolen in L.A. in the last year and a half, costing the Golden State Water Co. over $1 million in replacement fees.

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