longest running American music group Archives

How a last-minute deal doomed California's ban on masked ICE agents March 4, 2026

A compromise between Gov. Gavin Newsom and Sen. Scott Wiener turned a law aimed at unmasking ICE agents into a legal victory for the Trump administration.

Sonja Sharp

L.A. cannabis businesses owe $400 million. The city may get only $30 million March 4, 2026

Based on a projection that about half of eligible cannabis businesses would take part in the program, the city would collect about $30 million in back taxes while waiving about $25 million in penalties.

Sandra McDonald

L.A. County banned sales of kratom. Now some residents say they're losing a lifeline for pain and opioid withdrawal March 4, 2026

L.A. County banned sales of kratom products over concern about potential overdoses. But some say officials are not considering how the decision will affect the health of those who use it to alleviate pain and avoid opioids.

Karen Garcia

Arnold, Jamie Lee Curtis, Janet Evans, Carl Lewis new members of California's Hall of Fame March 4, 2026

Jamie Lee Curtis, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Janet Evans, Carl Lewis, Riane Eisler, Terry McMillan, Nobuyuki Matsuhisa, Mariachi Reyne de Los Ángeles and John L. Burton all earned selection into the California Hall of Fame on Tuesday.

Andrew J. Campa

'Operation Trash Panda' uncovers active drug lab and a historic amount of meth March 4, 2026

Known as "Operation Trash Panda," the drug busts took place Friday and were led by narcotics intelligence teams from the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office and the Calaveras County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say it is one of the largest domestic meth seizures in U.S. history.

Andrea Flores

No signs of Nancy Guthrie or her abductor after a month, but sheriff in Arizona claims progress March 4, 2026

Officials insist the investigation is still in full force. The Pima County Sheriff's Department announced it now has a dedicated team from its homicide unit working with the FBI on the case.

Richard Winton

'He's stolen these people's embryos': Couples sue SoCal fertility doctor March 4, 2026

Dr. Brian Acacio had stellar reviews. But his patients didn't know, according to legal filings, that Acacio's medical license was suspended by the California Medical Board in December.

Hannah Fry

LAHSA owes millions to homeless service providers; county looks to speed up payments March 4, 2026

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday directed staff to formulate a plan to speed up delayed payments that LAHSA owes homeless service providers.

Andrew Khouri

Toddler was on a Long Beach sidewalk when car sped backward over curb, killing her. Man arrested March 3, 2026

The 20-month-old girl was killed Monday. Long Beach police said alcohol and speed appeared to be factors in the crash.

Salvador Hernandez

What the Supreme Court ruling on gender identity means for students, parents, and schools March 3, 2026

The Supreme Court lifts stay on lower court ruling, which means parents can demand to know about their child's gender issues without the child's consent.

Howard Blume

As principal photography wraps, 24-time Emmy-winning director Nick Nanton turns his lens on eight decades of American music, civil rights history, and spiritual resilience. He…