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Take 2? After scrub, SpaceX to retry California recon satellite launch

Take 2? After scrub, SpaceX to retry California recon satellite launch

SpaceX will try again to launch its Falcon 9 rocket from California after an unexplained issue triggered a last-minute abort on the first attempt.

Record Heat Hits LA Amid Strengthening El Niño

Record Heat Hits LA Amid Strengthening El Niño

Southern California is currently experiencing a prolonged heat wave, with temperatures reaching triple digits in parts of Los Angeles. On October 2, downtown Los Angeles and Long Beach recorded 103°F (39.4°C), breaking daily records, while Burbank tied its record at 102°F (38.9°C). Extreme heat warnings remain in effect across Los Angeles and Ventura counties through October 8, with temperatures expected to peak at 105°F (40.6°C) in some valleys. Meanwhile, a strong El Niño is developing in the tropical Pacific, with NOAA predicting a greater than 90% chance of a very strong event during fall and winter 2026-27. This phenomenon, characterized by unusually warm Pacific waters, could influence California's weather later in the season, increasing the likelihood of above-normal precipitation in southern parts of the state.

Bouquet Fire burns 1,000 acres amid Southern California heat wave

Bouquet Fire burns 1,000 acres amid Southern California heat wave

The Bouquet Fire burned more than 1,000 acres near Santa Clarita, California, as crews increased containment and evacuation orders remained in place.

DOJ claims UCLA discriminated against white, Asian student applicants

DOJ claims UCLA discriminated against white, Asian student applicants

The DOJ said it found that an applicant's race "has a large effect" on how they're treated by the UCLA Law admissions committee.

See specs of LA's Casa Encantada, reportedly Peter Thiel's new estate

See specs of LA's Casa Encantada, reportedly Peter Thiel's new estate

The billionaire PayPal co-founder is reportedly behind the $130,000,000 purchase of the 1930s-era property in Los Angeles.

Divers find body of person missing from California helicopter crash that killed 2 others

Divers find body of person missing from California helicopter crash that killed 2 others

Police divers have found the body of a patient who went missing after a medical helicopter crashed into the Pacific Ocean off Catalina Island near Los Angeles

Squishy toys, balloon pumps, more popular products recalled. See list

Squishy toys, balloon pumps, more popular products recalled. See list

Some squishy toys, hand warmers and balloon pumps are recalled due to safety concerns. Check this list.

Cal/OSHA Issues Statewide Warning to Employers on High Heat Worker Protections

Cal/OSHA Issues Statewide Warning to Employers on High Heat Worker Protections

Cal/OSHA has issued an advisory reminding employers across California to implement and maintain protections for workers amid expected high temperatures. Extreme heat warnings are in effect for parts of Southern California, including Los Angeles and San Diego regions, with temperatures projected to reach up to 107 degrees Fahrenheit. A heat advisory also covers Northern California, with temperatures up to 103 degrees in certain areas. Under Cal/OSHA’s Heat Illness Prevention Standards, employers are legally required to protect both indoor and outdoor workers from heat-related illness. This includes providing cool-down areas, rest breaks, and access to drinking water. For indoor workplaces, protections are mandated when temperatures reach 82 degrees. Outdoor worksites require shade when temperatures exceed 80 degrees, and additional protections are necessary in specific industries when temperatures hit or exceed 95 degrees. Employers must also have a written prevention plan and provide training on recognizin...

Skydance Says It’s Committed to L.A., But Threat to Leave Has Proved Potent

Skydance Says It’s Committed to L.A., But Threat to Leave Has Proved Potent

Skydance is officially L.A.’s newest Fortune 500 company — but for how long? In a message to employees last week, CEO David Ellison said he is committed to keeping the company in Hollywood: “We aren’t going anywhere.” But the consent decree between Ellison and 12 state attorneys general does not require him to maintain a […]

Kaiser Permanente Announces 147 Layoffs Across California in Administrative Roles

Kaiser Permanente Announces 147 Layoffs Across California in Administrative Roles

Kaiser Permanente Announces 147 Layoffs Across California in Administrative Roles

NLDS is not David vs. Goliath: Shohei Ohtani injuries among Dodgers' problems

NLDS is not David vs. Goliath: Shohei Ohtani injuries among Dodgers' problems

The health of Shohei Ohtani is just one of the issues facing the Dodgers as they begin their quest for a third consecutive World Series championship.

El Niño-driven Kelvin Wave to Elevate Sea Levels Along California Coast

El Niño-driven Kelvin Wave to Elevate Sea Levels Along California Coast

A significant coastal phenomenon known as a 'Kelvin wave' is causing elevated sea levels along the west coast of the United States, particularly in California. This wave, associated with the ongoing El Niño event, is a sustained bulge of excess water up to 30 kilometres wide, travelling along the coastline at approximately 10 kilometres per hour. Oceanographer Dillon Amaya explained that the wave raises sea states and, when combined with storm surges, large swells, or high tides, increases the risk of flooding and beach erosion. Recent storm surges in Southern California have already caused damage to beaches and properties, with some homes rendered uninhabitable. The wave is expected to reach San Diego within the next week, further exacerbating the flood risk in the region.