A sewer main line failed Thursday afternoon, dumping untreated waste into the Dominguez Channel, which empties into Los Angeles Harbor, officials say.
Author: Christine Fernando, USA TODAY
New York City moves forward with scaled-back Times Square New Year’s Eve Party
New York City will require revelers to show proof of vaccination and photo ID and to wear masks as they celebrate in Times Square.
‘A turning point’: Quidditch leagues to change name; Rowling’s transphobic comments, copyright issues cited
Quidditch is changing its name, citing “Harry Potter” author J.K. Rowling’s transphobic comments and copyright issues that could prevent expansion.
Drug and alcohol use among US teens saw record decline in 2021, survey finds
Researchers recorded the largest single-year drop in the use of substances such as alcohol, marijuana and vaped nicotine among teens since 1975.
A giant patch of garbage in the ocean is home to a thriving new community. Scientists call it a ‘floating plastic habitat.’
Anemones, barnacles and other species carried out to sea on plastic debris aren’t just surviving on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. They’re thriving.
Thousands gather to mourn Michigan school shooting victims; parents of suspect in court: What we know
Thousands gathered at a Friday night vigil to honor the students who were killed in the shooting. What we know about the Oxford High School shooting.
Thousands gather to mourn Michigan school shooting victims; parents of suspect in custody: What we know
Thousands gathered at a Friday night vigil to honor the students who were killed in the shooting. What we know about the Oxford High School shooting.
$25,000 in luxury purses stolen in latest ‘grab and go’ theft in California: What to know
About $25,000 worth of luxury purses were stolen from a Nordstrom store in LA. Here’s what to know about the ‘flash mob’ thefts.
Native food is more than a Thanksgiving spread. What Indigenous chefs want you to know about their incredibly diverse cuisine.
Experts point to many reasons behind the scarcity of Native restaurants but most are rooted in a history of cultural erasure and displacement.
Kyle Rittenhouse acquittal sparks scattered protests; President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris react to verdict: What we know
The acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse sparked scattered protests in major cities Friday night. What we know about the verdict, reaction.