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Affordable cancer screenings for women in South LA
Angelina Jolie's double mastectomy greatly reduced her chances of getting breast cancer. But doctors say that this extreme measure is only for women at high risk. There are other, more measured options.
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Feds delay decision on restart for San Onofre nuclear plant
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has indefinitely delayed a decision on the proposed restart of the offline San Onofre nuclear power plant in northern San Diego County.
Big rig crash jams 210, westbound lanes still closed (Map)
Lanes on westbound 210 freeway are still closed after a big rig crash, but are expected to re-open before the afternoon rush-hour, according to CHP.
Riding along with the port pilots of Los Angeles (Photos)
Take Two host Tess Vigeland rides along with the port pilots of the Port of Los Angeles, who are among the highest-paid city employees.
Crews gain on 2 wildfires burning north of LA
Fire officials say they've gained the upper hand in two wildfires that have scorched areas in Castaic and Los Padres National Forest.
Crews report 75 percent containment in Castaic
Santa Clarita Sheriffs officials say evacuation orders for 19 homes on Elk Ridge Rd and Vista Point Place have been lifted, as the fire continues toward Castaic Lake.
Firefighters battle flames, terrain, north of Los Angeles
Firefighters had to battle terrain as much as flames as they worked to surround a wildfire entering its third day in harsh hills and mountains north of Los Angeles.
Final recital at famed Crystal Cathedral this weekend
The Crystal Cathedral ministry - best known for its Hour of Power TV program - is getting ready to leave its longtime campus next month.
PHOTOS: A look inside the taxidermy lab at The Natural History Museum
Off-Ramp’s Mukta Mohan talked with taxidermist Allis Markham to find out what it’s like behind the scenes at the museum and to learn about the art of taxidermy.
Have a fantastically free weekend: 5 things to do in LA
KPCC has compiled five fun and free events happening around Los Angeles. What are your plans for the weekend?
Weekend traffic: Plan a 405 detour Friday and Saturday night
The northbound 405 will be closed between the Santa Monica Boulevard off-ramp and on-ramp. The 10 west and east connectors to the northbound 405 will also be closed.
Sainthood for slain Archbishop Oscar Romero?
Local Salvadoran-Americans and clergy gathered to discuss their hopes for Romero's canonization, now that Pope Francis has cleared the way.
Study: Beach fire pollution can equal a long-distance truck trip
Are beach bonfires in the Southland harmful to your health? A new study suggests 'yes,' but there's disagreement whether that means beach fires should be banned. Read the full study.
Bicyclists ride free on Metro, Metrolink today
If you're bicycling to work, you can also ride many Los Angeles bus and rail lines for free today as well.
Grand Fire burns at least 3,000 acres in Kern County
Kern County Fire officials say the quickly-burning Grand Fire is now 10 percent contained, and has spread into Los Angeles County.
