UCI Professor Starts Fundraiser For Ukrainian Scholars Fleeing Violence
Iryna Zenyuk launched a $100,000 fundraising campaign to make UCI the host for at least four Ukrainian scholars and their families.
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Iryna Zenyuk launched a $100,000 fundraising campaign to make UCI the host for at least four Ukrainian scholars and their families.
"I think he is a war criminal," President Biden said in response to a journalist's question.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy's appeal will come as Russia keeps pounding infrastructure Kyiv and many other cities with artillery strikes.
The war in Ukraine entered its 20th day. As many as 3 million Ukrainians have fled the country and many more are displaced within the country.
Wounded correspondent Benjamin Hall remains hospitalized, the network said.
Eastern Europeans remain conflicted as the war continues to rage in their homeland, as Los Angeles locals continue to ramp up relief efforts for Ukrainians attempting to flee the war-torn country.
A Southern California credit union and its partner have launched a $100,000 donation match effort to raise funds for people suffering in war-torn Ukraine, it was announced Thursday.
The state's gas prices jumped 13 cents overnight continuing California's dominating streak of being the most expensive place in the country to fill up your tank. In some areas, like Studio City, super-unleaded gas is $6.89.
Liz Shchepetykovia and her partner Vitaliy Sharlay fled their homes during the first morning of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. They darted for the Romanian border and waited for hours, standing among the thousands of others trying to escape the bloodshed.
A separate motion was also proposed to make Kiev a sister city of L.A.
President Biden has issued a ban on Russian oil, natural gas and coal imports to the U.S.
Food, water, medicine and almost all other supplies were in desperately short supply in the port city of Mariupol, where Russian and Ukrainian forces had agreed to a 11-hour cease-fire to allow civilians and the wounded to be evacuated. But Russian attacks quickly closed the corridor, Ukrainian officials said.
Iryna Vasyklova believes that NATO should create a no-fly zone in Ukraine. However, the organization and its members fear that that type of move will only further escalate Russia's relationship with the west and the war beyond Ukraine.
Mastercard said cards issued by Russian banks will no longer be supported by its network and any card issued outside the country will not work at Russian stores or ATMs. Visa said it's working with clients and partners in Russia to cease all Visa transactions over the coming days.
Seven-time WNBA All-Star center Brittney Griner, 31, has been detained by the Russian Federal Customs Service after it claims to have found hashish oil in her luggage, according to the New York Times and Russian news agency TASS.
"He doesn't want his people to learn the truth," Congressman Adam Schiff says of Vladimir Putin, who is attempting to shut down independent journalism in Russia.
Mila Kunis was born in the Ukrainian city of Chernivtsi in 1983, then part of the former Soviet Ukraine.
Rabbi David Wolpe, of Sinai Temple, says Zelensky's resilience and resistance in the face of the Russian invasion has been the topic of services at synagogues throughout LA.
The spike is mostly due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. However, other factors such as inflation and California's switch to the summer blend could keep prices high for several months.
In a stunning reversal, Russian and Belarusian athletes have been banned from the Paralympics for their countries' roles in the war in Ukraine.
The Agoura Hills-based ministry, Joni and Friends helped rescue some of the 2.6 million Ukrainians with disabilities as the war with Russia intensifies.
"I'm going to try to try to start getting towards the border."
Once again, the price for a gallon of regular gasoline reached another record high on Sunday, according to the Auto Club of Southern California. Drivers are now paying an average of $4.88 per gallon of regular unleaded gasoline, according to Doug Shupe of AAA Southern California.
Thomas-Greenfield said she is "not surprised" Putin has moved to prepare Russia's nuclear forces, as the Russian leader has "tried every means possible to actually put fear in the world in terms of his action."
Explosions from what Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba called "horrific Russian rocket strikes" were heard in Ukraine's capital on Friday amid unverified reports that the fighting had already reached the heart of Kyiv. Videos posted online showed what residents said were Russian tanks driving through their city, and gunfire and air raid sirens were heard in the capital.
The federal government has revoked the visas of a dozen international students at the University of California, Los Angeles, UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk announced Sunday.
A wayward whale that had captivated onlookers in Long Beach has died.
The ball from the final pitch of the 2024 World Series, which secured the Los Angeles Dodgers' eighth MLB championship, was auctioned off on Saturday.
A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Pomona, authorities reported.
Five people were killed and a sixth person was critically injured in a single-vehicle crash in Santa Ana.
The federal government has revoked the visas of a dozen international students at the University of California, Los Angeles, UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk announced Sunday.
A wayward whale that had captivated onlookers in Long Beach has died.
Five people were killed and a sixth person was critically injured in a single-vehicle crash in Santa Ana.
The ball from the final pitch of the 2024 World Series, which secured the Los Angeles Dodgers' eighth MLB championship, was auctioned off on Saturday.
A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Pomona, authorities reported.
The federal government has revoked the visas of a dozen international students at the University of California, Los Angeles, UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk announced Sunday.
A wayward whale that had captivated onlookers in Long Beach has died.
The ball from the final pitch of the 2024 World Series, which secured the Los Angeles Dodgers' eighth MLB championship, was auctioned off on Saturday.
A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Pomona, authorities reported.
Five people were killed and a sixth person was critically injured in a single-vehicle crash in Santa Ana.
Five people were killed and a sixth person was critically injured in a single-vehicle crash in Santa Ana.
Investigators found over 450 pounds of cannabis products and 54 pounds of psilocybin mushroom products.
Best Chef: California nominations included Jon Yao, of Kato Los Angeles and Daniel Castillo of Heritage Barbecue in San Juan Capistrano.
Police say the driver was wanted for failure to yield.
Police say that the scooter riders were heading in the wrong direction on Hewes Street when they collided head-on with a Tesla.
Leonel Isais Garcia, a man in his 60s, is being sought for the killing of his wife who was found shot to death in her car along a road in Riverside County on June 17, 1997.
For the first time in seven years Riverside County health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a resident.
A Riverside County man was charged on Friday for attempted murder after a drive-by shooting in downtown Riverside's Entertainment District that happened last weekend.
With college acceptance letters coming soon, thousands of Riverside County students won't have to worry about getting into the California State University system, thanks to a new direct admission program.
It happened at around 10:45 a.m. on Dec. 13, 2024 on Burlington Avenue, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
A Southern California lawmaker is calling for a state audit of LAUSD after a lawsuit claims it defrauded taxpayers of millions of dollars in funding.
An investigation has found that hundreds of fire hydrants spanning throughout Los Angeles may be in need of repair despite being flagged by firefighters for maintenance as far back as a year ago. Ross Palombo reports.
A KCAL News investigation has found a troubling connection between the county's homeless population and a growing amount of fire-related incidents in recent years.
A KCAL News investigation found more than 1,300 fire hydrants need maintenance across LA. Ross Palombo reports.
More than 1,200 "Hands Off!" demonstrations were planned by more than 150 groups.
Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd didn't even need much help from superstar Paige Bueckers to propel UConn into the national title game, leading the Huskies to a remarkably easy 85-51 victory over UCLA in the Final Four of the women's NCAA Tournament.
Three people in a rural California town have died from hantavirus, the same infection that authorities said killed Gene Hackman's wife earlier this year.
SpaceX's third all-civilian privately chartered flight was the first to carry a crew into polar orbit.
Chicago's famed Portillo's is bringing "Hot Dog High Tea" to New York City and Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts said he will attend next week's World Series championship celebration at the White House after he declined to attend a previous ceremony in President Donald Trump's first term.
More than 1,200 "Hands Off!" demonstrations were planned by more than 150 groups.
Thousands of people joined "Hands Off!" protests against President Donald Trump and Elon Musk across Southern California on Saturday.
The meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu comes amid a stepped-up offensive in Gaza that the Israeli military said is aimed at putting pressure on Hamas to release the remaining hostages.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom sent a message directed at world leaders on Friday in an attempt to blunt the retaliatory tariffs expected after the Trump administration's "Liberation Day" plans.
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Grocery giant Albertsons will pay nearly $4 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of overcharging customers at hundreds of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons supermarkets.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
Californians with iPhones and Apple Watches will now be able to store digital versions of their driver's licenses and identification cards on their devices, state officials announced.
The authorization comes after a week-long voting period for the more than 6,000 Food4Less workers represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Local union.
For the first time in seven years Riverside County health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a resident.
A Michigan resident died of rabies after an organ transplant in Ohio, health officials say.
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
Pertussis cases are on the rise again, after a dip following the winter holidays.
Fifty women business owners impacted by the Eaton Fire will receive recovery grants of up to $25,000 from Paris Hilton's nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact and GoFundMe.
After winning the World Series and his third league MVP award, the Los Angeles Dodgers star now has the world's most popular Major League Baseball jersey.
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor's Office announced on Thursday.
A proposal brought on by Northern California lawmaker is seeking to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts in the state, which are often a source of blight on streets and waterways.
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann has announced it will be closing approximately 500 stores nationwide, almost a year after filing for bankruptcy.
The ball from the final pitch of the 2024 World Series, which secured the Los Angeles Dodgers' eighth MLB championship, was auctioned off on Saturday.
Ivica Zubac was 11 for 11 from the floor for 25 points, Kawhi Leonard and James Harden scored 29 each and the Los Angeles Clippers blew out the Dallas Mavericks 135-104.
Mike Trout and Logan O'Hoppe hit two-run homers to highlight Los Angeles' seven-run fifth inning, Jack Kochanowicz threw five solid innings and the Angels beat the Cleveland Guardians 10-4.
Jack McGlynn scored his first goal of the season and Blake Gillingham had his first shutout in MLS to help Houston beat Los Angeles FC 1-0 for the Dynamo's first win of the season.
Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts said he will attend next week's World Series championship celebration at the White House after he declined to attend a previous ceremony in President Donald Trump's first term.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
First responders and victims of the Los Angeles wildfires were treated to a free experience at the Hollywood Bowl on Tuesday evening, including performances by Christina Aguilera and the LA Philharmonic.
Kim Delaney, an Emmy-winning actor known for her role on "NYPD Blue," will not face criminal charges in connection with her arrest in Marina Del Rey in an alleged domestic dispute over the weekend.
She was arrested on Saturday at a home in Marina Del Rey for assault with a deadly weapon, according to Los Angeles County deputies.
Actor Richard Chamberlain died Saturday, March 29, in Waimanalo, Hawai'i of complications following a stroke. He was two days shy of his 91st birthday.
The vehicle, occupied by six individuals—five females and one male driver—was traveling westbound on Griset at a high rate of speed before the fatal crash occurred. Rachel Kim reports.
Hosted by Pasadena Humane, the event had already raised an impressive $350,000, with more than 2,000 participants gathering at Brookside Park at the Rose Bowl. Alex Biston reports.
Lynne Davidson and Wirt Morton, co-owners of Tito’s Tacos, alongside Sam Escobar, Tito’s Director of Operations, joined us to discuss National Burrito Day, which was celebrated on April 3rd.
As one of Southern California's historic and charming towns, Pasadena continues to offer numerous reasons to visit and explore. Jim Benning, Editor-in-Chief of Westways, shared some of the top highlights.
Small business owners are bracing for the economic effects of the tariffs by the President on April 2nd. Alys Martinez reports.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
KCAL News Anchor and three-time Emmy award-winning journalist Chauncy Glover has died.
Los Angeles comes out to celebrate the Boys in Blue two days after winning the 2024 World Series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are World Series champions after defeating the New York Yankees in game 5.
