Did L.A. businesses get the promised World Cup bump?
World Cup economic impact on L.A., beer sales soar ...
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Measles cases hit U.S. record not seen since 1991
There have been 2,318 measles cases reported across the nation this year, according to the CDC. That's higher than in…
Standoff with Iran prompts a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia
The Saudi deal stoked surprise and immediate concern across Washington, as well as in Israel, itself a nuclear power that…
Pentagon seeks billions from Congress as concerns grow over prolonged Iran war
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the war with Iran is now expected to cost Americans $37.5 billion, up from a…
A wave of student loan borrowers have entered default since pandemic-era protections lapsed
Defaults on student loans have surged across the United States, reaching record levels as borrowers struggle to keep up with…
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate arrested in Miami, officials say
The brothers, who have millions of followers on social media, have been wanted in the United Kingdom, where they face rape…
Trump, allies seek to sow mistrust about election security ahead of midterms
Trump delivered a prime-time address on Thursday night about vulnerabilities in the election system, claims that largely were not backed…
Trump seeks prime-time spotlight for election claims, sparking concerns he’ll intervene
Trump's speech announcement elicited fears from Democrats and voting rights advocates that he is planning yet another play for control…
After lawsuit, ICE pauses construction of Bay Area detention facility
The voluntary pause extends until Sept. 9. ...