overcoming fear in science Archives

Savannah Guthrie renews plea for her mother Nancy's return as search for clues continues February 27, 2026

The Guthrie family offered a $1-million reward with the unusual caveat that it hinges on recovering Nancy Guthrie, rather than on an arrest or prosecution, after consulting with law enforcement.

Richard Winton

Till prison do they part: SoCal couple who eloped during crime spree face prison February 27, 2026

At one point during the crime spree, two members of the robbery crew drove to Las Vegas and got legally married. Two days later, the newlyweds committed another robbery.

Cierra Morgan

After El Mencho killing, who will run Mexico's biggest cartel? It could be a man born in California February 27, 2026

Now that the head of the Jalisco New Generation cartel is dead, what will happen to its coalition of ruthless regional commanders? Will they agree to share power? Elevate one as supreme leader? Or will a bloody power struggle break out?

Kate Linthicum, Keegan Hamilton, Patrick J. McDonnell

Gender could play decisive role in landmark L.A. social media addiction suit February 27, 2026

As a landmark trial in a case seeking to hold social media platforms liable for alleged harm to children closes out its first month, gender has emerged as a dividing — and perhaps decisive — factor in the case.

Sonja Sharp, Sandra McDonald

At L.A. County's largest Black-owned farm, healing grows from the ground up February 27, 2026

At Bloom Ranch, Dr. Bill Releford is reclaiming land, food and history as tools of healing.

Martine Thompson

California is sued by Jewish advocacy groups seeking to stop antisemitism in schools February 27, 2026

Two Jewish advocacy organizations have sued California and the state Education Department seeking to stop alleged antisemitism on K-12 campuses.

Christopher Buchanan

Carvalho's big bet on AI imploded at L.A. schools. Now, it's the center of FBI raids February 27, 2026

Rather than go with a major player, LAUSD chose a small startup to develop an AI chatbot for students. How it all unraveled, culminating in FBI raids on the superintendent.

Richard Winton, Howard Blume, Brittny Mejia

California's plastic bill faces challenges from federal court and GOP attorneys general February 27, 2026

Lawsuits and investigations across the country are exposing vulnerabilities in California's landmark single-use plastic law.

Susanne Rust

More than $100 million for transportation projects in jeopardy amid L.A. budget woes February 27, 2026

The Bureau of Street Services will apply with the state for a two-year extension to allow more time to begin the sidewalk, bike lane and other improvements in Boyle Heights, Skid Row and Wilmington.

Melissa Gomez

Amid angry backlash, serial child molester is rearrested the same day he was set to be paroled February 27, 2026

Following backlash about the release of a serial child molester on elderly parole, the Placer County D.A. has filed new charges against him from a decades-old, previously untried case.

Grace Toohey, Clara Harter

In a riveting exchange, Dr. Dunbar reflects on AI, fear, and the future of space exploration, revealing how bold thinking and human resilience continue to…