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Norwalk Hotel Shooting: One Hospitalized After Pepper Spray Clash

Ethan R. Coleman January 1, 2026

At a Glance One person hospitalized after shooting at Norwalk hotel. Pepper spray used before gunfire. Deputies responded at about 9:15 p.m. to...

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Turn Your Christmas Tree into Garden Goodies and Wildlife Shelter

Daniel J. Whitman January 1, 2026

At a Glance 10 million live Christmas trees end up in landfills each year. Anaerobic decomposition in landfills releases methane and CO₂, slowing...

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Local News Political News

California Immigration Crackdown, Wildfire Aid Denied, Redistricting

Daniel J. Whitman January 1, 2026

At a Glance Federal immigration raids on June 6, 44 arrests and 1,700 National Guardsmen deployed. California's $40 billion wildfire aid request was...

People gathering around a Taiko drum with traditional attire and colorful festival stalls during Little Tokyo Oshogatsu Festi

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Little Tokyo Welcomes 2026 New Year with Oshogatsu Festivities

Sophia A. Reynolds January 1, 2026

At a Glance Jan 1 Oshogatsu Festival in Little Tokyo with Taiko drums, lion dance, and food. Jan 11 Oshogatsu Family Festival at Japanese American...

Nikola Jokic lying on locker room floor with swollen knee wrapped in ice and staff nearby

Local News NBA Sports News

Jokic Out for a Month, Nuggets Face Playoff Uncertainty

Ethan R. Coleman January 1, 2026

At a Glance Nikola Jokic diagnosed with a hyperextended left knee, expected to miss about a month. Denver remains 3rd in the West, 22-10, but is...

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Three Hikers Dead After High-Wind Helicopter Rescue Fails on Mount Baldy

Olivia M. Hartwell January 1, 2026

At a Glance Three hikers were found dead on Mount Baldy Monday night after a search was launched for a 19-year-old who fell about 500 feet. High...

Crowd cheers around a giant countdown clock at The Broad with confetti and balloons swirling overhead during New Year

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The Broad Kicks Off 2026 with Noon Countdown & Free Posters

Ethan R. Coleman January 1, 2026

At a Glance The Broad will host a New Year's Eve event on Dec 31, 2025. Gallery countdowns from noon to 4 pm, with joyful noise. Free general...

Python coiling around dumpster with alien figure standing nearby and Los Angeles skyline at dusk.

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Los Angeles Uncovers Beetles, Pythons, Aliens, and More in 2025

Ethan R. Coleman January 1, 2026

At a Glance LAX seized 37 live beetles in Japanese snack packages. A 20-ft python found atop a dumpster in downtown LA. A Compton Ring camera...

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Local News Weather

Rainy New Year’s Eve for Southern California as Winter Storm Hits

Sophia A. Reynolds January 1, 2026

At a Glance A winter storm will bring rain to Southern California on New Year's Eve. Tuesday will be windy and cloudy with a chance of rain the rest...

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Rain Forecast Brings 20-Year First for 2026 Rose Parade

Olivia M. Hartwell January 1, 2026

At a Glance Rain forecast for first time in 20 years at the 2026 Rose Parade. Parade begins 8 a.m. Thursday, 2026. Grand marshal: Magic Johnson;...