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Long Beach man pleads guilty to taking 14-year-old he met online across state lines for sex
Trevon Nathaniel Langstaff, 33, who was arrested in March, pleaded guilty Friday to one count of traveling with intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct, according to the U.S. attorney's office.
Published: 2024-10-05 11:00:26
This L.A. suburb says it's a 'dumping ground' for sex offenders. Residents want to stop that
Antelope Valley locals have become activated by the potential placement of Christopher Hubbart, aka the "Pillowcase Rapist," within the Juniper Hills Community. They see his placement and two others in 2021 as escalation in the relocation of violent sexual predators.
Published: 2024-10-05 10:00:55
Oversight officials concerned about Nazi symbolism in newly discovered deputy subgroup's logo
Newly reported deputy subgroup logo features a skull with blood-red eyes, pierced by a jagged lightning bolt
Published: 2024-10-05 10:00:52
Column: A driving test for license renewal? Responses range from absolutely to 'Leave us seniors alone!'
Behind-the-wheel driving test for seniors: 'Don't you dare advocate for this!' or 'There are folks that should not be driving'
Published: 2024-10-05 10:00:43
Some forms of air pollution may prolong postpartum depression, researchers say
New mothers are more likely to suffer depression if they are exposed to certain types of air pollution in the second trimester of pregnancy, researchers say.
Published: 2024-10-05 10:00:18
The Menendez brothers still face hurdles to freedom: 'This is not a whodunit case'
The evidence prosecutors plan to consider includes a letter allegedly penned by Erik Menendez eight months before the murders and claims by another man that Jose Menendez sexually assaulted him in the 1980s.
Published: 2024-10-05 10:00:01
Column: The real problem with L.A. Latino politics isn't City Council boundaries
One recurring theme — that Latinos do not have sufficient voting power in Los Angeles — seemingly has a powerful champion in California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta.
Published: 2024-10-05 10:00:00
Two dead, one in custody after police pursuit ends in freeway crash in Pomona
Two people died and one person was taken into custody after a police pursuit ended in a freeway crash in Pomona on Friday, authorities said.
Published: 2024-10-05 06:05:01
L.A. serial arson suspect arrested, accused of lighting string of downtown fires
A suspect in a string of fires in downtown L.A. was arrested. One blaze required 170 firefighters to extinguish and caused $7 million in damage.
Published: 2024-10-05 02:32:56
She ate a Costco salad before giving birth. After a drug test, authorities took her baby away
Susan Horton tested positive for opiates after eating a poppy seed salad and giving birth in a Kaiser hospital in Santa Rosa. Her daughter was taken away from her days later.
Published: 2024-10-05 01:51:13
San Fernando Valley gets 100 license plate-reading cameras to help police crack down on crime
The cameras will be at or near intersections in Chatsworth, Northridge, Granada Hills, Sherwood Forest, Porter Ranch, West Hills and North Hills.
Published: 2024-10-05 00:21:18
Tip from New Zealand prompts arrest of California man accused of sexually abusing, filming 8-year-old
A tip from New Zealand led to the arrest of a Riverside County man suspected of filming pornographic videos of an 8-year-old boy. Authorities are searching for more potential victims.
Published: 2024-10-05 00:03:27
Shaikin: In yet another Dodgers-Padres NLDS matchup, Steve Garvey can't lose
Checking in with Steve Garvey, who won a World Series with the Dodgers and a National League pennant with the Padres and is running for U.S. Senate in California.
Published: 2024-10-04 20:44:01
Kim Kardashian wants the Menendez brothers to be freed as D.A. reviews case
Kim Kardashian, who has successfully advocated for criminal justice reform, writes an essay calling for the Menendez brothers' life sentences to be reconsidered.
Published: 2024-10-04 19:31:13
California's heat wave raising health concerns ahead of sports-filled weekend
Millions of Californians are still facing extreme heat advisories into the weekend. Officials are urging residents to take precautions.
Published: 2024-10-04 18:32:59
L.A.'s ex-deputy mayor headed to prison: 'Corruption at any level will not be tolerated'
A federal judge sentenced former Los Angeles Deputy Mayor Raymond Chan for his role in a sprawling City Hall corruption case that also brought down a former councilmember.
Published: 2024-10-04 18:11:33
'More serious than we had hoped': Bird flu deaths mount among California dairy cows
Although California dairy farmers anticipated a bird flu mortality rate of less than 2%, some say between 10% and 15% of infected cattle are dying.
Published: 2024-10-04 17:47:31
California's October heat wave peaking again this weekend, raising health concerns
Millions of Californians are still facing extreme heat advisories into the weekend. Officials are urging residents to take precautions.
Published: 2024-10-04 16:00:58
The Tijuana River smells so bad, the CDC is coming to investigate
The CDC plans to knock on the doors of randomly selected homes in the Tijuana River Valley later this month to ask them about how the sewage crisis has affected their wellbeing.
Published: 2024-10-04 15:46:18
Four opponents forfeit volleyball matches to San Jose State to protest transgender player
San Jose State has a transgender athlete on its women's volleyball roster, and four opponents forfeited rather than take the court against the Spartans.
Published: 2024-10-04 15:31:06
L.A. mayor selects longtime lawman Jim McDonnell as city's next police chief
The decision to select McDonnell, who was an LAPD officer before serving as L.A. County sheriff, comes after a months-long search by Mayor Karen Bass.
Published: 2024-10-04 15:02:42
Time and funding are running out for Little Tokyo senior meal program
For decades, Little Tokyo Senior Nutrition Services has delivered meals to seniors. But volunteers are aging out and funding isn't enough to serve all in need.
Published: 2024-10-04 12:00:35
Democrat who vowed to not take campaign money from oil and tobacco owned up to $820,000 of stock in those industries
Franky Carrillo, a Democrat running for California Assembly, says he sold his fossil fuel and tobacco stocks after environmentalists raised concerns about his investments.
Published: 2024-10-04 10:00:59
California firefighting aircraft stymied by U.S. Forest Service policy, local chiefs say
Why won't the U.S. Forest Service allow a fire fighting helicopter to fly at night?
Published: 2024-10-04 10:00:39
The Menendez brothers spent decades fighting for freedom. Why they suddenly have a chance
The Menendez brothers have fought a decades-long battle for freedom after being convicted in 1996 in the murders of their parents at their Beverly Hills home.
Published: 2024-10-04 10:00:38
Californians broadly support Prop. 36 to get tough on crime, new poll finds
One month before the election, a new poll finds 60% of California likely voters favor Proposition 36 to impose stiffer penalties for theft and drug crimes.
Published: 2024-10-04 10:00:35
After 18 hours of uncertainty trapped on icy mountain face, Mt. Whitney climbers are rescued
A pair of climbers were rescued after a terrifying 18 hours on Mt. Whitney. The situation was 'entirely avoidable,' rescuers said.
Published: 2024-10-04 10:00:29
Reversal clears LAPD officer faulted for firing two extra bullets in fatal 2020 shooting
The officer, Toni McBride, is the daughter of a high-ranking police union official and a gun influencer on social media.
Published: 2024-10-04 10:00:17
Prop. 5 could unleash a flood of new affordable housing, road repairs, fire stations — and tax hikes
If approved by California voters, Proposition 5 would make it easier for local bond measures, and the tax increases that often accompany them, to pass.
Published: 2024-10-04 10:00:14
Klamath River dam removal brings hope for threatened salmon
The recently completed removal of dams on the Klamath River is raising hopes of rebuilding the population of threatened spring-run Chinook salmon.
Published: 2024-10-04 10:00:03
Felicia fire evacuation orders lifted near Lake Piru, but challenging weather looms
The Felicia fire had burned 348 acres along the southwestern edge of Lake Piru in Ventura County by Friday afternoon.
Published: 2024-10-04 01:51:39
Albertsons to pay $3.9 million over allegations it overcharged, lied about weight of groceries
Albertsons will pay $3.9 million to resolve allegations it ripped off customers at its Vons, Safeway and Albertsons stores across California.
Published: 2024-10-04 01:24:58
Judge blocks California law that targeted deepfake campaign ads
AB 2839 aimed to label AI-generated content in political ads as "manipulated." A federal judge says the law violates the 1st Amendment.
Published: 2024-10-03 22:42:22
D.A. investigating new molestation evidence in Menendez murders, in victory for brothers
More than three decades after Erik and Lyle Menendez killed their parents, the L.A. County district attorney will review what he described as new evidence that the brothers were molested.
Published: 2024-10-03 21:58:58
Los Angeles police ramp up patrols around synagogues during Rosh Hashana
Some Los Angeles-area police departments are ramping up patrols around synagogues during Rosh Hashana — though authorities say they have not received specific reports of threats or demonstrations.
Published: 2024-10-03 21:54:16
OC firefighter injured in rollover crash receives festive sendoff en route to Colorado rehab hospital
Orange County firefighter Andrew Brown received a cheerful sendoff as he was discharged from Mission Hospital to Craig Hospital in Colorado on Wednesday.
Published: 2024-10-03 19:28:14
L.A. County D.A. seeking more alleged victims of Sean 'Diddy' Combs
Dist. Atty. George Gascón is encouraging anyone who believes they were victimized by Sean 'Diddy' Combs in Los Angeles County to contact his office.
Published: 2024-10-03 18:10:49
California reports two confirmed cases of bird flu infection in Central Valley dairy workers
State officials say two dairy worker in the Central Valley have contracted H5N1 bird flu. They say the risk of infection remains low for the general population.
Published: 2024-10-03 18:04:25
California's heat wave to come 'roaring back' this weekend, with more record-breaking temps ahead
Though the current heat wave peaked on Wednesday, the outlook going into the weekend doesn't bring much relief, according to the National Weather Service.
Published: 2024-10-03 15:23:18
Your guide to California's U.S. Senate candidates' views on immigration and border security
Democrat Adam B. Schiff and Republican Steve Garvey share their approaches to border issues that affect the state and nation as they race to be California's next U.S. senator.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:57
Your guide to the LAUSD District 5 school board race: Griego vs. Ortiz
Jackie Goldberg, a political force, is retiring from the LAUSD board. Each of the two largest unions has a favorite as two district employees vie for the office.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:55
Your guide to California's Assembly District 40 race: Gipson vs. Schiavo
In the race to represent the northwestern L.A. County swing district in the state Assembly, Patrick Lee Gipson aims to flip Democrat Pilar Schiavo's seat back to Republicans.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:54
Your guide to California's state Senate District 23 race: Mueller vs. Valladares
Democratic lawyer Kipp Mueller and former Assemblymember Suzette Valladares, a Republican, face off in blue-leaning Santa Clarita Valley for one of the most targeted state Senate seats.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:51
Your guide to California's 31st Congressional District race: Cisneros vs. Martinez
Gil Cisneros, a Democrat who served one term in Congress in another district, is running against Republican Daniel Martinez to succeed longtime Democratic Rep. Grace F. Napolitano.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:49
Your guide to California's Assembly District 57 race: Elhawary vs. Martinez
Democrats Sade Elhawary and Efren Martinez are facing off to succeed Democratic Assemblymember Reggie Jones-Sawyer, who is forced out by term limits.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:48
Your guide to California's state Senate District 35 race: Chambers vs. Richardson
Michelle Chambers and Laura Richardson, two Democrats with public service backgrounds, are battling in a tight race amid renewed misconduct allegations.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:46
As RV camps fill neighborhoods, new law is aimed at reducing them in L.A.
A law gives Los Angeles cheap land under freeways to store RVs and feed homeless individuals. Mayor Karen Bass says it will help remove camps and get people housed.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:45
Your guide to California's U.S. Senate candidates' views on energy, the environment
U.S. Senate candidates Steve Garvey and Rep. Adam Schiff both say they want to protect the environment and combat climate change. Their approaches differ.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:45
Your guide to Charter Amendment ER: Revamping L.A.'s Ethics Commission
After a string of City Hall corruption scandals, a ballot measure would strengthen the Ethics Commission by boosting its budget, increasing penalties for wrongdoing and giving it the power to hire its own lawyer.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:45
Your guide to Charter Amendment HH: Clarifying L.A. city business
The measure would make an array of changes to the Los Angeles City Charter intended to strengthen the city's powers, including clarifying the responsibilities of elected officials and commissioners.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:44
To renovate an apartment — and not jack up the rent: These property owners have found a way
Small and large real estate investors are buying older apartments to renovate and significantly raise the rent. Other models are available that enable nonprofits and others to renovate properties and keep them affordable, but their expansion is hampered by lack of public subsidy and other issues.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:43
Your guide to L.A. Unified district's Measure US, a $9-billion school bond
School bond supporters say the LAUSD measure, which would increase property taxes, is needed to repair and modernize campuses in the nation's second-largest school system.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:42
Your guide to California's 47th Congressional District race: Baugh vs. Min
Democratic state Sen. Dave Min and Republican Scott Baugh are vying for Katie Porter's U.S. House seat representing the 47th Congressional District in Orange County.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:42
Your guide to California's 49th Congressional District race: Gunderson vs. Levin
The southern coast's slight blue tinge favors Democratic Rep. Mike Levin over Republican challenger Matt Gunderson. Major issues include housing and the border.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:40
Some help is finally set for residents in Palos Verdes' landslide crisis. They hope it's not too late
Rancho Palos Verdes allocates $10,000 grants for residents dealing with damage and utility loss due to land movement. The city also will prepare for rain.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:39
How to vote in California's Nov. 5 election
Here are some things to know about how to vote in California's election on Nov. 5, and where to access more information about the election.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:37
Your guide to California's 27th Congressional District race: Garcia vs. Whitesides
The race for California Congressional District 27 between GOP Rep. Mike Garcia and former NASA chief of staff George Whitesides will be crucial in determining which party controls the U.S. House.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:37
Your guide to California's 41st Congressional District race: Calvert vs. Rollins
GOP Rep. Ken Calvert and former federal prosecutor Will Rollins are vying for a Riverside County district seat that will be crucial in deciding which party controls the U.S. House.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:36
New California law aims to protect free movement of mountain lions and other wildlife
A new California law requires that cities and counties plan for and protect wildlife movement to ensure animals can find food, shelter and mates.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:34
Your guide to Charter Amendment DD: Taking redistricting away from L.A. politicians
The drawing of new boundaries for the City Council's 15 districts has resulted in power plays, self-dealing and even some score-settling at City Hall.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:34
Your guide to California's 40th Congressional District race: Kerr vs. Kim
Democratic former labor leader and Fire Capt. Joe Kerr fights an uphill battle against GOP Rep. Young Kim in the inland suburban district, where Biden won but more voters are Republican.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:32
Head of O.C. agency that is blamed for starting Airport fire quietly leaves his job
The head of Orange County Public Works left his job weeks after his department was found to have started the devastating Airport fire.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:32
Child care burst into the national spotlight at the Vance-Walz debate. Here's why.
Child care and paid family leave took priority as Walz and Vance sparred at the vice presidential debate. Here's why these issues are finally bursting into the spotlight.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:32
Your guide to the L.A. County district attorney's race: Gascón vs. Hochman
Voters have a choice between Dist. Atty. George Gascón and challenger Nathan Hochman, two experienced attorneys with vastly different visions for criminal justice in L.A. County.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:31
Column: This California bill is why people hate Sacramento under Democratic rule
A piece of legislation benefiting a pet project of Steve Ballmer is as rank an example of favoritism as you can find in the annals of Sacramento — and that's saying something.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:30
Your guide to L.A.'s 2nd City Council District race: Burgos vs. Nazarian
Adrin Nazarian, former state Assembly member and onetime aide to outgoing Councilman Paul Krekorian, is up against Jillian Burgos, a business owner and NoHo Neighborhood Council member.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:29
Your guide to Charter Amendment FF: Should L.A.'s lesser-known police get better pensions?
There are three other law enforcement agencies in addition to the LAPD that patrol Los Angeles parks, the port and the airport. But their officers have a different retirement plan than the city's other public safety employees.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:27
Your guide to California's 30th Congressional District race: Balekian vs. Friedman
Democrat Laura Friedman squares off against Republican Alex Balekian in the race to replace longtime Rep. Adam Schiff of Burbank.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:26
New laws close gap in California on deepfake child pornography
Two bills newly signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom outlaw the possession and distribution of sexually charged images of minors even when they're created with computers, not cameras.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:26
Your guide to the LAUSD District 3 school board race: Chang vs. Schmerelson
The spending for this L.A. school board seat suggests it's all about charter schools versus unions, but the candidates have much to say about many issues.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:25
Your guide to the L.A. Community College District Board of Trustees election
The 12 candidates in the L.A. Community College District Board of Trustees election include activists, former and current faculty and staff members, and incumbent trustees.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:25
Your guide to L.A.'s 10th City Council District race: Hutt vs. Yoo
City Councilmember Heather Hutt faces her first election for the seat. Attorney Grace Yoo argues she should lead the district.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:24
Your guide to California's Assembly District 52 race: Caloza vs. Carrillo
Two Democrats, justice advocate Franky Carrillo and women's rights advisor Jessica Caloza, face off for an open seat in the 52nd Assembly District.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:24
Good salary, little to no debt: A California college guide to top-value majors
These college majors will lead to jobs that pay off your educational costs most quickly -- and lower-cost California State University and community colleges offer many of them.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:23
Your guide to Measure A: Sales tax to fund homelessness programs
This November, voters will decide whether to approve Measure A, a half-cent sales tax that would remain in effect indefinitely to fund programs for the unhoused.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:23
Your guide to California's state Senate District 37 race: Choi vs. Newman
Democratic state Sen. Josh Newman and former Republican Assemblymember Steven Choi will face off for an Orange County seat that was hotly contested in the primary.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:20
Your guide to California's U.S. Senate race: Garvey vs. Schiff
Rep. Adam B. Schiff, a Burbank Democrat, faces former Dodger All-Star Steve Garvey, a Palm Desert Republican, for the California U.S. Senate seat long held by the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:19
Your guide to Charter Amendment LL: Taking LAUSD redistricting away from L.A. politicians
Charter Amendment LL, like Charter Amendment DD for the L.A. City Council, would create a redistricting process for the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:15
Your guide to Measure G: Expanding the L.A. County Board of Supervisors, electing a county executive
This November, voters will decide whether they want to reshape Los Angeles County government, nearly doubling the size of the Board of Supervisors and making the county's top executive an elected position.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:14
Your guide to California's state Senate District 19 race: Middleton vs. Ochoa Bogh
Democratic Palm Springs City Councilmember Lisa Middleton is challenging Republican Sen. Roscilie Ochoa Bogh of Yucaipa for the Inland Empire seat in the state Senate.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:11
Your guide to California's 29th Congressional District race: Bernal vs. Rivas
Democratic Assemblymember Luz Rivas and Republican community advocate Benito 'Benny' Bernal are vying to represent the eastern San Fernando Valley district in the U.S. House.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:08
Your guide to the 2024 California election
Voting in California's primary election continues through election day, Nov. 5. Read up on the races in L.A. city and L.A. County, the California statewide ballot propositions and other measures.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:08
Your guide to Charter Amendment II: Updating Los Angeles city administrative procedures
From parks to concessions, the ballot measure Amendment II would allow for changes in how the city operates.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:05
Your guide to L.A.'s 14th City Council District race: De León vs. Jurado
De León says he has delivered for the district on homelessness, housing and public safety. Jurado says he's an ineffective career politician.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:03
Your guide to the LAUSD District 1 school board race: Al-Alim vs. Hendy Newbill
Sherlett Hendy Newbill went from long shot to favorite after revelations about the social media activity of former front-runner Kahllid Al-Alim.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:00
Gascón gave teen killer second chance — now she's charged again
Shanice Dyer, 22, was charged with playing a role in a Pomona murder last month. L.A. Dist. Atty. George Gascón previously declined to try her as an adult for two killings committed as a juvenile.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:00
Your guide to California's 45th Congressional District race: Steel vs. Tran
Democratic lawyer Derek Tran aims to unseat Republican Rep. Michelle Steel in the Southland district — a key race that could determine control of the U.S. House.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:00
Where to vote in the 2024 election in person or by drop box
As election day 2024 nears, Californians will soon begin voting by mail, drop box and in person. Here's what you should know about where to submit your ballot.
Published: 2024-10-03 10:00:00
Doctor who helped supply Matthew Perry with ketamine pleads guilty
One of two doctors charged with supplying ketamine to Matthew Perry pleaded guilty Wednesday to illegally distributing the surgical anesthetic.
Published: 2024-10-03 01:43:37
State attorney general wants L.A. to redraw council districts, confidential document says
California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta wants new boundaries for the Los Angeles City Council's 15 districts in time for the 2026 primary election, according a draft legal document prepared by his office.
Published: 2024-10-03 01:23:59
Orange County plastic surgeon 'Dr. Laguna' charged with felony battery
O.C. plastic surgeon who branded himself 'Dr. Laguna' is facing criminal chargers after reaching $6-million settlement with three dozen former patients.
Published: 2024-10-03 00:36:48
Board blocks parole for LAPD detective serving life for murder of ex-boyfriend's wife
A state parole panel reversed an earlier decision that could have freed former LAPD Det. Stephanie Lazarus from a life sentence for a 1986 murder that went unsolved for years.
Published: 2024-10-03 00:09:34
Free cash coming to some California drivers, in the form of gas rebates
If you filled up your gas tank between Feb. 20 and Nov. 10, 2015, in certain California counties, you may be eligible for payment.
Published: 2024-10-02 22:26:53
Convicted killer of UCLA student sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole
The murderer of 24-year-old UCLA grad student Brianna Kupfer was sentenced to life in prison without parole, Dist. Atty. George Gascón announced Wednesday.
Published: 2024-10-02 21:59:59
Southern California teacher arrested on suspicion of sex acts with a minor
Joshua McGinn, a 41-year-old teacher with the Charter Oak Unified School District in Covina, was arrested just before 9 a.m. Wednesday, according to a Covina Police Department Facebook post.
Published: 2024-10-02 21:32:00
L.A. man spent a decade in prison for 'shaken baby syndrome' death. Was it based on faulty evidence?
Ten years after he was convicted in the death of his girlfriend's 3-year-old son, Jose Olivares was released. Attorneys say others remain imprisoned because of 'junk science.'
Published: 2024-10-02 21:27:52
Former sheriff's deputy jailed in alleged armed robbery and shooting in L.A.
LAPD officers have jailed a former Men's Central Jail deputy on accusations of being involved in an armed robbery in which a man's car was shot at last month.
Published: 2024-10-02 20:48:27
68 indicted in bust of Peckerwoods white supremacist gang in San Fernando Valley
Federal indictment accuses 68 alleged members and affiliates of the Peckerwoods white supremacist gang of selling drugs and committing fraud.
Published: 2024-10-02 19:10:31
Bank of America glitch that stressed customers coast-to-coast is resolved
The glitch affected more than 20,000 customers across the country before it was fully resolved Wednesday night.
Published: 2024-10-02 18:46:38
California heat wave is smashing records, and it's expected to break more
The month kicked off with triple-digit temperatures in many parts of the state, with millions of Californians under heat advisories through at least Thursday.
Published: 2024-10-02 16:48:47