L.A. 'missing women' cases go viral online, even as the facts get complicated

In the same week, Chanel Banks and Hannah Kobayashi were reported missing. Banks was found in Texas, while authorities say Kobayashi is "voluntarily missing." ... Read more

California bill calls for certification for stonecutting sho

California has seen a rise in countertop cutters falling ill with silicosis, an incurable and deadly disease. A new bill aims to improve worker safety. ... Read more

How the trail of Hannah Kobayashi led to Mexico and new reve

The mystery over Hannah Kobayashi, the woman from Hawaii listed as missing, took a turn when police said video showed her entering Mexico and no evidence of criminal activity. ... Read more

Search underway for person missing two days after car plunge

Authorities launched a search for a missing person Monday afternoon after learning that a car tumbled down a steep cliff near Point Mugu two days earlier. ... Read more

Newly elected L.A. school board members vow to defend vulnerable students, staff against Trump

New Los Angeles school board members vow to protect students and staff who are immigrants or LGBTQ+ under a new Trump administration. ... Read more

Nathan Hochman sworn in by Arnold Schwarzenegger as Los Ange

Nathan Hochman became L.A. County district attorney on Tuesday and immediately began undoing many of the progressive policies of predecessor George Gascón. ... Read more

Mystery in Laurel Canyon: Questions cloud death of William d

A man found dead after a fire at his Los Angeles home was said to have been part of the Rothschild banking family, but The Times has found no evidence supporting the claim. ... Read more

Commentary: Christmas is coming, and California is still cou

California gives voters until Dec. 1 to fix ballots that lack a signature matching the rolls. The state has the nation's last uncalled congressional race. ... Read more