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'Speed running' trend spreads despite Scientology and social media sites trying to stop it

So-called speed running incidents at Church of Scientology buildings have expanded from Los Angeles to other cities and countries. The organization has issued a legal warning to an online content creator it accuses of promoting the practice, while videos on TikTok have been taken down.

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L.A.'s long-awaited subway under Wilshire Boulevard opens, linking Beverly Hills to downtown

The opening of three new Metro stops marks the first phase of the D Line extension project, a route long considered key for Los Angeles public transit.

A tax on golf courses? L.A. voters could decide this November

L.A. City Council member Adrin Nazarian wants to put a measure on the ballot to levy a parcel tax on large, private recreational membership-based clubs such as golf courses within city limits.

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Heat is set to blast much of California, topping 100 degrees in some areas

Sweltering weather will descend on much of California over the next few days, possibly ushering in temperatures into the triple digits earlier than ever for some areas.

L.A.'s golden streetlights have turned harsh white. Homeowners aren't happy

A lighting crisis is brewing in L.A.: Residents say the new LED streetlights are harsh and bright, while copper wire thefts have left others with no light at all.