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Yes, the monsoon can even affect Southern California
Most summertime weather in Southern California is fairly benign. But clouds, rain and thunderstorms can occasionally come from another source: The same North American Monsoon that mainly affects the desert southwest. Powerful monsoon storms moved through Arizona, Utah and Colorado on Aug. 21-23, 2024, with intense downpours, hail, heavy winds,...
Doctor charged in connection with Matthew Perry’s death appears in court after plea deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — One of two doctors charged in connection with Matthew Perry’s death made his first appearance in a federal court in Los Angeles on Friday after reaching a deal to plead guilty and cooperate with prosecutors. Dr. Mark Chavez, 54, of San Diego, stood in court with his lawyer and told a judge he understood his rights. U.S. Magistrate Judge Jean P. Rosenbluth told him he could remain free on bond with several restrictions, including turning over his passport and not working as a doctor. He has agreed to turn over his medical license. Chavez...
Homeless encampments disappear just days before LA hosts a big event
A stretch of Hollywood Boulevard just east of the famous Walk of Fame had been covered with homeless tents for years, until LA was about to host a huge event that brought thousands of people to the area. Now that stretch of Hollywood Boulevard and Gower Avenue, and another large...
Monrovia City Council to study affordable housing policy Tuesday
The Monrovia City Council will field options Tuesday for future housing policy and a potential new ordinance requiring affordable units in new buildings. During a study session that starts at 6:15 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 415 S. Ivy Ave., Planning Division staff members and consultants from Sagecrest Planning and Keyser Marston will present options for a possible “inclusionary housing” ordinance, according to an announcement by City Manager Dylan Feik’s office.
2 South L.A. students found with guns on campus in a week
Two Los Angeles Unified School District high school students were found to be carrying guns on South L.A. campuses this week. bringing the total number of firearms found at schools to four since the academic year started.
Del Rey homeless RV camp returns months after cleanup; residents frustrated
LOS ANGELES - "It's almost like the famous words from the Poltergeist movie," said one Del Rey resident, "they are baaaaack". His sarcasm obvious as he points to a line of RVs parked along Inglewood Boulevard under the 90 Freeway. Most had left after we aired a story last February, featuring the plight of area residents complaining about rising crime and concerns about fires.
Things To Do This Labor Day Weekend in Los Angeles [8-30-2024 to 9-2-2024]
Labor Day approaches, and with it the unofficial end of summer. But before we say adios to the current events season, we’ve got laundry list of fun to-dos to cap things off in style. This August 30 to September 2 in Los Angeles, you’ll find a KCRW Summer Nights...
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