Since 2006, the Marines and UCLA have worked together to reestablish the desert tortoise population, which faces threats from both wildlife and development.
According to a bankruptcy judge, Hostess and the major union representing its workers need to try to mediate their differences before the company can be liquidated.
President Obama's trip includes a stop in Thailand and visits to Cambodia and Myanmar. The strongest diplomatic signals, however, are probably aimed farther north, at China.
The churches sued Santa Monica, claiming it violated their freedom of speech by banning private displays at Palisades Park. A judge has denied a request for a temporary injunction.
Thieves hacked four, treasured carvings straight off of the rock face, something archaeologist Greg Haverstock deemed: "The worst act of vandalism ever seen."
The White House and Congress continue to work on a deal that avoids the fiscal cliff and cuts deficits in the long run. But could raising taxes or closing loopholes raise enough money?
Endurance athletes often turn to the same stimulant that gives your morning cup of joe its jolt: caffeine. They're using caffeinated gels and drinks when they compete.
Researchers and companies are bringing movement back into the office with treadmill desks, walking meetings and games. Employees say it has helped them lose weight.
Sales of existing homes rose again in October and home builders are the most confident they've been in six years. They are latest signs the housing sector is mending.
The Pasadena City Council will discuss on Monday whether it will allow the Rose Bowl to host NFL games by increasing the number of large events at the venue.
The election gave political observers, pollsters, and activists plenty to talk about. A recent conference at Cal State, LA offered lessons about minority voters.
Wal-Mart, Target and Kmart all celebrate their 50th year of business this year. Now the giant chains face one of their biggest challenges – evolving in the Internet age.
State air regulators have sided with eastern Sierra officials in a tense dispute with the DWP over LA's responsibilities to control dust on the Owens lakebed dried nearly a century ago by the city's thirst.
The court found the county has not properly dispensed property tax revenues since 2006. The ruling could affect other counties that use the same formula.
The results of California’s first-ever carbon auction are in. The price for a carbon allowance was just over $10 a ton, lower than some analysts predicted.
Jackie Lacey's chief deputy will be Sharon Matsumoto, who has served in top management positions for both current DA Steve Cooley and former DA Gil Garcetti.
The Hollywood Reporter is following wins at the National Entertainment Journalism Awards with a new issue featuring an apology for its role in the Hollywood Blacklist.
L.A. Galaxy heads to the MLS Cup for the second year in a row as Snoop Dogg tells a Scottish newspaper he'd like a stake in Celtic F.C. and to sign pal David Beckham.
The family of a man shot and killed by two L.A. Sheriff's deputies want the FBI to investigate because they say investigators tried to pressure witnesses to change their story about what happened.
The microblogging site adds a major entertainment industry player to its board of directors. It could be the first step in a Big Media and Big Tech detente.
Ever wonder how the United States ranks in immigrant-friendliness? When you set the rhetoric aside and simply look at the numbers of people admitted, it appears at first glance to be...
Police called a tactical alert and formed skirmish lines during the street clash. There were no arrests during the incident outside the Westwood federal building.
Who should have the right to set up opinionated or religious displays in public spaces? Is the City of Santa Monica obstructing free speech by banning all the displays?
What role should the United States play in this conflict? How important is the relationship between the U.S. and Israel – does it warrant unqualified support?
Climate change is making the issue of water rights increasingly important ... And tomorrow the U.S. and Mexico are set to sign a landmark deal over rights to the Colorado River.
After last Friday's meeting between the President and Congressional leaders, Wall Street is reacting with positivity this mornin, and all indices are up by more than a percent. That doesn't mean the worrying has stopped.
It has been three weeks since Hurricane Sandy hit the East Coast. The aftermath of the storm left 209 people dead and its price tag so far is more than $50 billion dollarsThe National...
Transforming the magical novel, "Life of Pi," about a boy and a tiger stuck on a lifeboat, into something camera-ready was a major challenge for director Ang Lee.
There's just no denying that Daniel Day-Lewis completely nailed Abraham Lincoln in Steven Spielberg's "Lincoln," from head to toe — but he didn't do it on his own.
This year, nearly 1 billion people in the world will go hungry. But at the same time, farmers around the globe are producing more than enough food to feed every single person on the...
Israel and Hamas haven't only been fighting on the ground, they've been fighting online as well. The two sides have been tweeting nasty messages at one another, posting assassination...
The exchange of fire between Israel and the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip is now into its sixth day. For the moment, the fighting shows no signs of abating.
Sandra Tsing Loh prepares to deliver some bad news.For many, it has been a scary month. For Republicans, the big scare was the election.For parents, it was Halloween, falling on a...
