Most of LA County is dying younger while wealthiest communities gain ground, new report says

Average life expectancy fell in L.A. County over the past decade – that was especially true in poor neighborhoods. That’s according to a report out this week from the research group Measure of America. LAist's Aaron Schrank reports.

The Port of L.A. says it's not feeling the ripple effects of the Iran war — for now

Executive Director Gene Seroka said Pacific Ocean trade routes are so lucrative, shipping companies are doing what they can to keep cargo ships on time to Southern California.

‘Wonder Man’ blends Marvel fantasy with a heavy dose of real LA culture

While super powers are a major plot point in Marvel Television's 'Wonder Man' on Disney+, much of the show's stakes come from the realities of L.A. life and being a working actor.

Person with ‘history of sleeping on the job’ led team sending evacuation alerts during Eaton Fire, complaint alleges

L.A. County officials dispute the account an employee lays out in a whistleblower complaint and in interviews.

OC says nonprofit fraudulently billed taxpayers $60 million for work never done

LAist's Jill Replogle breaks down the details of an explosive new countersuit filed by Orange County against its main provider of mental health care services.

Got a used tennis or pickleball? These LA-area teens want to recycle them for a world record attempt

A group of Los Angeles County high school students is trying to set a world record by collecting thousands of tennis balls and pickleballs for recycling — and they want your help.

LA leaders decide city needs a new committee to explore ‘mansion tax’ reforms

The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously Wednesday to set up a new committee tasked with exploring reforms to the city’s embattled Measure ULA, known to many as the “mansion tax.”

LAUSD superintendent seeks return after FBI raids. An investigation is ongoing

Alberto Carvalho, the superintendent of Los Angeles Unified School District, has asked to be restored to his position after being placed on paid administrative leave last month. 

LAX officials approve higher fees for rideshare companies when Automated People Mover opens

LAX officials approve higher fees for rideshare companies when Automated People Mover opens

Andrew Do’s corruption went far beyond what was previously known, audit finds

Andrew Do’s corruption went far beyond what was previously known, audit finds