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Report finds no failures in Altadena fire evacuations. Critics decry lack of accountability May 19, 2026

A report by a consultant looked into L.A. County firefighting commanders' decision-making during the Eaton fire and concluded evacuation alerts were handled properly, even as residents say they were left in the dark.

Grace Toohey, Jenny Jarvie

Burglary suspect trapped in a wall is rescued after Salinas cops on coffee break hear his cries for help May 19, 2026

A man fell off a movie theater roof in Salinas into a wall space and was trapped there for 10 hours before being rescued, according to authorities.

Summer Lin

Influencer, lawyer and surf coach charged in plot to kill L.A. boy band member May 19, 2026

A Miami attorney, his influencer daughter and a Hawaiian surf instructor were charged Tuesday in a plot to kill singer Jack Avery in a custody dispute, sources told The Times.

James Queally

Hilton and Becerra lead in a tightening race in final weeks of California governor's campaign, poll shows May 19, 2026

Despite handwringing among Democrats about being shut out of the governor's race, a new poll by the state party suggests the two candidates most likely to emerge after the June primary are Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra.

Seema Mehta

Photos: Strong winds fuel Sandy fire in Simi Valley May 19, 2026

The Sandy fire started in windy conditions and spread into part of a Simi Valley neighborhood at the foot of a brush-covered hillside.

Robert Gauthier

Tennis great Billie Jean King graduates from Cal State L.A. 65 years after enrolling May 19, 2026

Billie Jean King, 82, received her bachelor's degree in history from the same school she attended more than 60 years ago and also gave a commencement speech.

Steve Henson

Man dies after car plunges 500 feet off Highway 1 cliff onto beach May 19, 2026

A man died after his car fell nearly 500 feet off a Highway 1 cliff near Santa Cruz on Monday, according to authorities.

Summer Lin

Security guard's 'heroic' actions saved others in San Diego mosque attack, officials say May 19, 2026

The Islamic Center of San Diego is mourning three people killed in Monday's attack, including a security guard praised by police for his actions.

Hannah Fry, Karen Garcia

Sandy fire growth stalls overnight, containment climbs to 5% May 19, 2026

A wind-driven fire that broke out in Ventura County Monday morning stalled overnight, allowing some residents to return home.

Terry Castleman, Karen Garcia, Alex Wigglesworth

California's Joshua trees are disappearing. There's hope these fungi can help them May 19, 2026

The Joshua tree has been featured in poetry and music and represented a burning bush in the latest episode of "Euphoria." A small group of scientists hope the key to unlocking its long-term survival is buried in the sand.

Alex Wigglesworth

Executive producers Kimberly Ku, Michael Lockwood, Sir Michael Fomkin, Mike Conlon and Kevin Hodes back a nostalgic cinematic project exploring the spirit of 1984 and…

Report finds no failures in Altadena fire evacuations. Critics decry lack of accountability May 19, 2026

Grace Toohey, Jenny Jarvie

Burglary suspect trapped in a wall is rescued after Salinas cops on coffee break hear his cries for help May 19, 2026

A man fell off a movie theater roof in Salinas into a wall space and was trapped there for 10 hours before being rescued, according to authorities.

Summer Lin

Influencer, lawyer and surf coach charged in plot to kill L.A. boy band member May 19, 2026

A Miami attorney, his influencer daughter and a Hawaiian surf instructor were charged Tuesday in a plot to kill singer Jack Avery in a custody dispute, sources told The Times.

James Queally

Hilton and Becerra lead in a tightening race in final weeks of California governor's campaign, poll shows May 19, 2026

Seema Mehta

Photos: Strong winds fuel Sandy fire in Simi Valley May 19, 2026

The Sandy fire started in windy conditions and spread into part of a Simi Valley neighborhood at the foot of a brush-covered hillside.

Robert Gauthier

Tennis great Billie Jean King graduates from Cal State L.A. 65 years after enrolling May 19, 2026

Billie Jean King, 82, received her bachelor's degree in history from the same school she attended more than 60 years ago and also gave a commencement speech.

Steve Henson

Man dies after car plunges 500 feet off Highway 1 cliff onto beach May 19, 2026

A man died after his car fell nearly 500 feet off a Highway 1 cliff near Santa Cruz on Monday, according to authorities.

Summer Lin

Security guard's 'heroic' actions saved others in San Diego mosque attack, officials say May 19, 2026

The Islamic Center of San Diego is mourning three people killed in Monday's attack, including a security guard praised by police for his actions.

Hannah Fry, Karen Garcia

Sandy fire growth stalls overnight, containment climbs to 5% May 19, 2026

A wind-driven fire that broke out in Ventura County Monday morning stalled overnight, allowing some residents to return home.

Terry Castleman, Karen Garcia, Alex Wigglesworth

California's Joshua trees are disappearing. There's hope these fungi can help them May 19, 2026

Alex Wigglesworth

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