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Jobless Rate In LA County Unchanged Through First 2 Months Of 2012
The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in Los Angeles County held steady at 11.8 percent in February, the same rate as January.
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The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in Los Angeles County held steady at 11.8 percent in February, the same rate as January.
A 43-year-old Riverside County woman has been charged with defrauding the State of California and Employment Development Department (EDD) for nearly $300,000, according to authorities.
An uptick in hiring in February could provide some optimism for millions of workers still unemployed in the Southland.
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The ranks of the unemployed are shrinking in California and state officials hope the trend could signal brighter days for the state's sluggish economy.
The unemployment numbers for all Americans is bad enough, but factor in the jobless rate among the men and women who served in the armed forces and the numbers are ...well, worse.
The war in Iraq is over, but American soldiers are returning home to face a new battle — unemployment.
Economists say an increase in the number of jobs created in September and October is unlikely to offset the bigger economic picture.
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Riverside is one of the 25 worst cities for young adults to live in the United States, according to an online survey that examined unemployment, education, indebtedness and other factors.
The Occupy Wall Street movement is global with protests taking place coast-to-coast.
September's layoff totals marked the highest number since April of 2009, when 132,500 layoffs were announced.
If you have a suit that's no longer your size or your style, one Southland group wants your donation to help someone less fortunate land their next job.
The jobs market in California may not get much better over the next year, but a new UCLA forecast denies the U.S. economy has slipped back into recession.
More Americans than ever are going without the basics of life with nearly 46 million families living at or below the poverty level.
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A group of young volunteers are doing what they can to put a dent in the mounting hunger in Los Angeles.
The unemployment rate in California is expected to top the national rate of 9.1 percent when figures for July are released in coming weeks.
Home prices in major U.S. cities rose for the second straight month in May, propped up by an annual flurry of spring buyers. But after adjusting for such seasonal factors, prices fell in a majority of markets.
Stocks are opening sharply lower after the government said businesses added the fewest jobs in June in more than a year. The unemployment rate rose to 9.2 percent.
Two of the nation's biggest financial services firms are getting into the unemployment insurance business in California.
A private research group is reporting that consumers' confidence declined to a seven-month low as job worries increased.
A survey released Monday shows that while one-quarter of U.S. households have a six-month emergency fund, nearly the same number have no savings at all.
California saw its jobless rate dip to 11.7 percent in May, but lost an estimated 29,000 jobs, another mixed indicator that reflects the lingering uncertainty over the economic recovery.
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Rahman Snook Abdallah, 19, of Long Beach, and Raylon Deshawn Akers, 23, of Los Angeles, are charged with one count each of murder in the March 20 killing of Yener Ramirez Miranda, along with an allegation that each used a handgun.
Vaughn acquired a majority ownership stake in the National Pickleball League's Coachella Valley Scorpions.
Rahman Snook Abdallah, 19, of Long Beach, and Raylon Deshawn Akers, 23, of Los Angeles, are charged with one count each of murder in the March 20 killing of Yener Ramirez Miranda, along with an allegation that each used a handgun.
Anne Russell Sullivan, president of Greater Los Angeles Realtors Association, warns that sellers have more than just a mess to worry about if partygoers break in, there's tremendous liability.
A man convicted of killing four people as part of a failed plot to take over a drug business was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
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Vaughn acquired a majority ownership stake in the National Pickleball League's Coachella Valley Scorpions.
Rahman Snook Abdallah, 19, of Long Beach, and Raylon Deshawn Akers, 23, of Los Angeles, are charged with one count each of murder in the March 20 killing of Yener Ramirez Miranda, along with an allegation that each used a handgun.
Anne Russell Sullivan, president of Greater Los Angeles Realtors Association, warns that sellers have more than just a mess to worry about if partygoers break in, there's tremendous liability.
Lifestyle expert Sadie Murray shows us some must-have items that will leave your skin looking radiant and healthy.
Another burglary has been reported in an Encino neighborhood where there are dozens of multi-million-dollar homes.
A man convicted of killing four people as part of a failed plot to take over a drug business was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
The Secret Service agent was not part of President Joe Biden's protective detail.
Pedro Gallegos-Garcia, was extradited from Mexico last week after he was arrested in connection with a deadly shooting at a quinceañara in Costa Mesa in 2006.
A Caltrans worker was struck and killed by a tow truck while picking up trash along the side of the I-5 Freeway in San Clemente on Monday.
Orange County investigators arrested a 29-year-old on Wednesday for allegedly starting several vegetation fires in San Juan Capistrano right before the Fourth of July.
Luis Contreras allegedly killed Alfonso Vera, who was trying to stop another man from beating a woman.
Loved ones and friends came together on a Menifee softball field to mourn the deaths of three young softball players and their mother after they died during a road trip.
A Planned Parenthood in Fontana suffered another blow after the city extended its building moratorium for another year on Tuesday.
Residents found the landlord surrounded by several of his dogs after he died.
In all, agents recovered 28 rifles, one handgun, 30 high-capacity magazines and more than 2,200 rounds of ammunition of various calibers, the department reported.
Board Chair Janice Hahn rides the Metro after the agency reached a five-year high in violent crime incidents.
Ross Palombo digs through the numbers to give the bigger picture behind California fundraising for both presidential candidates.
After a two-year KCAL News Investigation uncovered serious concerns about police selling their old weapons, a new case study has brought a new light to where agencies buy their new guns.
Thousands of guns once owned by law enforcement have been found at crime scenes, including at incidents in Southern California, an in-depth investigation has revealed.
"No teacher should have to lie as part of their job". Ross Palombo talks to a teacher in the Los Angeles Unified School who says he was told to lie about class attendance, which is how the state calculates funding from your tax dollars.
Gov. Gavin Newsom's order would direct state agencies on how to remove the thousands of tents and makeshift shelters across the state that line freeways, clutter shopping center parking lots and fill city parks.
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
A wildfire called the Park Fire, which started Wednesday afternoon near Chico, California, exploded in size overnight, and a man is under arrest on suspicion of arson.
President Biden said it's been the privilege of his life to serve the country for over 50 years.
Trump turned his full focus on Vice President Kamala Harris in North Carolina, a swing state that Trump has carried in the past, but Democrats have seen as pivotal.
The California Supreme Court unanimously upheld Proposition 22, allowing app-based drivers to remain as independent contractors rather than employees.
President Biden said it's been the privilege of his life to serve the country for over 50 years.
FBI Director Christopher Wray faced questions from the House Judiciary Committee about the bureau's investigation into the Trump assassination attempt.
Trump turned his full focus on Vice President Kamala Harris in North Carolina, a swing state that Trump has carried in the past, but Democrats have seen as pivotal.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said in his new podcast that President Joe Biden's announcement that he would be dropping out of the 2024 presidential race took him by surprise.
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.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
Target, looking for ways to add sales, is relaunching its Target Circle loyalty program including a new paid membership with unlimited free same-day delivery in as little as an hour for orders over $35.
When, who and how much to tip is becoming more of a question in consumers' minds.
One in four college students says they have credit card debt, according to a new survey by U.S. News and World Report. And with interest rates topping 20 percent, those students could be in debt for years. On Your Side's Kristine Lazar has more on the biggest mistakes college students are making with their credit cards.
One French sports official says "nothing has been put into place" by Paris Olympics organizers to avoid or handle a potential coronavirus outbreak.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
A case of H5 influenza, also known as bird flu or avian influenza, has been confirmed in a man who was working at a dairy farm in northeastern Colorado.
The CDC says it is too early to say if this year's summer COVID-19 surge has arrived.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
Angel City FC says Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger and Southern California dean for communication and journalism Willow Bay will be the new controlling owners of the National Women's Soccer League team.
Tech mogul Elon Musk said Tuesday afternoon that he would be moving the headquarters of both his social media company X and SpaceX to Texas in response to a new California law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Gov. Newsom Saturday signed a state budget to close an estimated $46.8 billion deficit through $16 billion in spending cuts and business tax increases.
Democrat lawmakers in California have agreed to delay a minimum wage increase for about 426,000 health care workers to help balance the state budget.
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
One French sports official says "nothing has been put into place" by Paris Olympics organizers to avoid or handle a potential coronavirus outbreak.
The IOC also voted on Wednesday to name the French Alps as the host of the 2030 Winter Games.
Shohei Ohtani had two hits and drove in three runs, rookie Landon Knack pitched five solid innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers extended their winning streak to five games by beating the San Francisco Giants 5-2.
José Soriano allowed one run in 7 2/3 innings, Luis Rengifo delivered a key two-run single in his return from the injured list, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Seattle Mariners 5-1.
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Regency Theatres' Westwood Village and Bruin theaters will close their doors on Thursday as their leases expire, ending a nearly 100-year run for the two iconic locations.
Shannen Doherty had accused Kurt Iswarienko of prolonging the divorce so he didn't have to pay spousal support.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
A vacant West LA home for sale was used for a large house party, unknown to the seller. The realtor said flyers were found at the home where hosts were charging an entry fee
In addition to assigning seats, Southwest will offer premium, extended legroom portions of plane cabins and will begin selling tickets for redeye flights.
Dominick Dibartolomeo of The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills goes over some pairings; recommending White Cow Parmigiano Reggiano cheese with a sparkling Lambrusco red wine.
Kershaw's Challenge and the Dodgers Foundation partnered to get backpacks and supplies to kids as part of the Dream Center's Back-to-School Bash.
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A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
Shots from the second day of the JM Eagle LA Championship held at the Wilshire Country Club in the Palos Verdes Estates.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The Academy Awards will hand out filmmaking's top honor in 23 categories during the 2024 Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, starting at 7 p.m. Eastern, 4 p.m. PDT.
Shots from the PGA's Genesis Invitational golf tournament held at the Riviera Golf Club in the Pacific Palisades.