Dodgers Open 2026 Season Against Diamondbacks
Tickets now available for highly anticipated Opening Day matchup at Dodger Stadium
Pioneering Chicano Studies Scholar Rudy Acuña Dies at 93
Cal State Dominguez Hills Launches Free Tuition Program
Politics
Los Angeles to Install Over 100 Speed Cameras Citywide
New pilot program aims to crack down on speeding and improve street safety

Coachella Mayor Pleads Guilty to Conflict of Interest
Steven Hernandez will never hold public office again after admitting to voting on a real estate project that benefited him financially.
Proposed Replacement for Scrapped USC Governor's Debate Falls Apart
Candidates of color excluded from original debate unable to attend last-minute forum
Weather
California's Snowpack Melting Early as Record Heat Hits
Rapid snowmelt threatens to strain state's reservoir system

Record-Breaking Heat Wave Grips Western US
Experts say this one-in-500-years event is a clear marker of human-caused climate change.
Southern California Shatters Heat Records in Late Winter
Temperatures soar 20-30 degrees above normal, breaking dozens of daily and all-time March heat records
Economics
Americans Misunderstand Social Security's Future Finances
New research shows most believe benefits will stop entirely when trust funds run out, but payroll taxes will keep funding 75-80% of scheduled benefits.

California Gas Prices Soar Amid Discontent
Residents struggle with skyrocketing fuel costs as state grapples with economic pressures.
California Candidates Call for Gas Tax Suspension Amid Price Surge
Gubernatorial hopefuls propose temporary halt to state excise tax as gas prices hit $5.52 per gallon in the state.
Crime
Armed Suspect Arrested After Barricade Incident in Venice
Tense standoff on Rose Avenue ends without shots fired as police take man into custody

Jury Orders Bill Cosby to Pay $19.25M in 1972 Sexual Assault Case
Former waitress awarded damages as Cosby faces financial woes from lawsuits over rape allegations
Multiple People Stabbed in Downtown LA Restaurant Incident
Police investigating altercation that left several with minor injuries
Sports
Pose with the FIFA World Cup Trophy in LA
Coca-Cola and FIFA bring the trophy on tour before the 2026 tournament kicks off.

Rams Star Puka Nacua Accused of Biting Woman, Making Antisemitic Remarks
The allegations were made in a rejected application for a temporary restraining order, according to reports.
Yegor Sharangovich scores in shootout to lift Flames over Kings 3-2
Flames extend win streak to 4 games with victory over Kings