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'I blew it big time.' Former Facebook DEI head gets 5 years in prison for stealing millions
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Barbara Furlow-Smiles pleaded guilty in December to stealing more than $5 million from her jobs at Facebook and Nike from 2017 to 2023. Her lawyer had asked the court to impose no time behind bars.
Israeli military finds bodies of 3 hostages in Gaza, including Shani Louk, killed at music festival
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The Israeli military says it found the bodies of three hostages in Gaza, including German-Israeli Shani Louk, who was killed at a music festival.
As job growth in California falls back, unemployment rate remains highest in the country
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California posted another anemic month of job growth in April, and the state’s unemployment rate remained the highest in the land at 5.3% in new reports.
Dua Lipa called up Chris Stapleton to collaborate on that surprise ACM Awards duet
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Chris Stapleton and Dua Lipa surprised the audience at the Academy of Country Music Awards on Thursday with a duet of 'Think I'm in Love With You.'
Justice Alito's home flew flag upside down after Trump's election fraud claims, report says
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An upside-down American flag was displayed outside the home of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito in January 2021, the New York Times reports.
Motorist leads police on violent high-speed chase, drives wrong way on 405 Freeway before crashing
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The driver of a white van drove onto the 405 Freeway in the wrong direction and struck several vehicles before crashing into a semi-trailer cab, police said.
Trucks are rolling across a new U.S. pier into Gaza. But aid challenges remain
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Trucks carrying badly needed aid for the Gaza Strip begin rolling across a newly built U.S. pier and into the besieged enclave for the first time.
'IF,' a movie about imaginary friends, requires suspension of disbelief — and a few more drafts
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Actor turned writer-director John Krasinski had a way with creatures in 'A Quiet Place,' but loses his way with the gentle children's drama 'IF.'
Why Mystik Dan's Triple Crown chances are better than you might expect
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Trainer Kenny McPeek is not stressing as Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan tries to win the Preakness on Saturday and keep his Triple Crown hopes alive.
Severe storms kill at least 4 in Houston, knock out power in Texas and Louisiana
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Nearly a million homes and businesses are without power in Texas and Louisiana after deadly thunderstorms brought hurricane-force winds.
Reds' Alon Leichman lives his dream with a heavy heart thinking of Israeli hostages
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Cincinnati Reds assistant pitching coach Alon Leichman, who was born and raised in Israel, hopes for peace amid the Israel-Hamas war.
World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler arrested outside PGA Championship
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Scottie Scheffler, the world's No. 1 golfer, was arrested Friday morning on his way to play in the second round of the PGA Championship in Louisville, Ky.
Defying the odds, Jeremy Renner marks a 'glorious' return with 'Mayor of Kingstown'
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Jeremy Renner's return to "Mayor of Kingstown" after his near-deadly accident was not a forgone conclusion, but he says thanks to a collective of people, he's back for Season 3.
A policing surge is coming to L.A. Metro. Critics call it more of the ‘same failed solution’
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Transit advocates say the law enforcement agencies that Metro pays to patrol its system did not prevent a recent spate of violent attacks. They say investing more in social outreach will bring real improvements.
At Homeboy, the scoop on Father Greg and his latest honor, from those who know him best
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It's about time, former gang members say of Homeboy Industries' Father Greg Boyle being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
L.A. Affairs: My ex gave me a diamond ring. Was he serious?
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My ex-boyfriend and I met up at a party. We chatted and almost kissed in the elevator. That night he surprised me with a diamond ring.
‘Megalopolis’: Francis Ford Coppola teases 'Godfather' update, criticizes Hollywood at Cannes
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The filmmaker addressed the press at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival after the premiere of his deeply personal, occasionally baffling epic 'Megalopolis' polarized critics.
The Sports Report: Dodgers can't get offense going in loss
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Dodgers manage only four hits, all singles, and get a rare poor outing from Tyler Glasnow in loss to Cincinnati.
She couldn't call, so human-trafficking victim texted 911 — and saved herself, officials say
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The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office said a teenager began texting 911 with 'pleas for help' around 3 a.m. on May 9.
Will California's new tax on gun sales reduce firearm violence?
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The state's new excise tax on firearms and ammunition is similar to taxes on alcohol and tobacco, other legal products that can cause significant harm to society.
California public school enrollment drops again, but transitional kindergarten is up
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As California public school enrollment declines again, state officials look to transitional kindergarten growth as a promising development.
China embraced electric vehicles. The U.S. didn't. Now we're paying the price
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President Biden's tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles and batteries will hurt consumers and slow the transition to zero-emission vehicles at a time when the U.S. needs to rapidly reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.
Rebecca Grossman, top D.A. advisor shouldn't have same lawyer, prosecutors argue
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A motion by the prosecution seeks to either remove the convicted murderer's new lead attorney or have her formally waive a conflict of interest.
The 15 movies you need to see this summer
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Our staffers select a highly opinionated list of their most anticipated titles: Hollywood fun machines, indie big swings and the truly unmissable.
Massive budget cuts leave California domestic violence survivors with few options
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Programs that serve victims of domestic violence are bracing for unprecedented cuts that will also affect rape crisis hotlines, child abuse centers and legal service providers across California.
Torrance coyote trapper investigated for possible violation of state law
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County prosecutors are reviewing a case concerning a Torrance coyote trapper who animal activists accuse of violating a state trapping law.
After two L.A. Zoo elephants die in the span of one year, the City Council wants answers
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The Los Angeles City Council has ordered a study into the factors that led Asian elephants Jewel and Shaunzi to be euthanized at the L.A. Zoo.
Celebrate graduation or move-out day at the best restaurants near L.A.'s college campuses
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Whether you're celebrating graduation or visiting a college with a prospective student, these are the best off-campus restaurants near UCLA, USC, Loyola Marymount and more for exploring L.A.'s culinary world.
L.A.'s accidental homelessness 'czar'? U.S. District Judge David O. Carter
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Two federal lawsuits challenging the homelessness practices of Los Angeles city and county and the U.S. government have allowed U.S. District Judge David O. Carter to assume powers that make him as close as it gets to the ever wished-for homelessness czar.
'Girl From the North Country' blows into the Pantages on a Bob Dylan wind
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'Girl From the North Country,' now having its L.A. premiere at the Hollywood Pantages, stitches together Bob Dylan classics in a play by Irish playwright Conor McPherson.