Europe posts record clean energy year as Trump boosts fossil fuels
A record 47% of the European Union’s electricity now comes from solar and other renewables, a report this month said, in yet another sign of…
L.A. County officials need federal aid. How long can they play nice with Trump?
Good morning, and welcome to L.A. on the Record — our City Hall newsletter. It’s Rebecca Ellis, with an assist from David Zahniser, giving you…
Community groups set up strike teams to respond to Trump’s mass deportation plans
In the early days of President Trump’s first administration, several Kern County organizations launched a tip line people could contact if they spotted immigration enforcement…
The start of the Palisades and Eaton fires: The 24 hours that changed Los Angeles County
As the sun rose on Jan. 8, the sky orange from ash and smoke, Angelenos anxiously waited for news about the extent of the damage…
Hopes raised for a COVID-19 stimulus plan from Congress
WASHINGTON — Pressure is building on Congress to pass another economic aid package before the end of the year, and Democratic and Republican leaders said Thursday…
How a top conservative radio host took on Trump, lost his audience and faith, but gained a new perspective
Reporting from MEQUON, Wis. — For nearly 25 years, Charlie Sykes was one of the most powerful and influential voices in Wisconsin.He cheer-led policies that turned…
After angering both candidates, here’s what could happen to FBI Director James Comey post-election
Reporting from Washington — In the span of just 10 days, FBI Director James B. Comey managed to irk his current boss, upset two potential future…
Nuance matters in abortion debate
The idea has taken hold that Americans have become more conservative on abortion. Sarah Palin put this new conventional wisdom to political work in a…
Amid abortion foes’ celebrations, U.S. limits prosecutions for blocking abortion clinics
WASHINGTON — The new Justice Department leadership under President Trump issued an order Friday to curtail prosecutions against people accused of blocking reproductive rights facilities, calling…
After fires, Trump urges overhaul of California water policy
During a visit to Los Angeles burn areas Friday, President Trump sought to convince California officials that the state’s system of water management needs a…
Hegseth confirmed as Trump’s Defense secretary, as Vance casts tiebreaking vote
WASHINGTON — The Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth as the nation’s Defense secretary Friday in a dramatic late-night vote, despite questions about his qualifications to lead the…
News Analysis: Forget the California resistance: Newsom, Democrats make nice with Trump amid crisis
Despite delivering blistering criticism of California leaders from afar, President Trump shared a warm embrace with Gov. Gavin Newsom and appeared to pledge his support…
At World Economic Forum, Trump threats overshadow talk of climate, free trade
DAVOS, Switzerland — The European Central Bank’s president responded Friday to President Trump’s accusation of unfair trade treatment by calling for negotiations and mutual respect rather…
Troubled juvenile hall gets another lifeline on potential closure
More than a month after the state ordered Los Angeles County’s sole juvenile hall shut down due to paltry staffing, a judge has once again…
Trump’s FCC chairman resurrects bias complaints against ABC, NBC, CBS
President Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Communications Commission, Brendan Carr, was widely expected to make life more difficult for media organizations that weren’t aligned…
Putin echoes Trump’s claims about Ukraine war and 2020 election
MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday echoed President Trump’s claim that the conflict in Ukraine could have been prevented had he been in the…
Supreme Court will decide if religious schools may be funded as public charters
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court announced Friday it will hear an Oklahoma case to decide whether the state must authorize a religious school as a public…
Trump, Vance join antiabortion activists in celebrating movement wins
WASHINGTON — President Trump vowed to support antiabortion-rights protesters in his second term as tens of thousands of demonstrators rallied in Washington on Friday.“We will again…
Before he heads to California, Trump proposes ‘getting rid of FEMA’
SWANNANOA, N.C. — President Trump said he was considering “getting rid of” the Federal Emergency Management Agency during a trip to disaster zones Friday, offering the…
Trump revokes security detail for Fauci, who has faced death threats
President Trump revoked the security detail of Dr. Anthony Fauci, the infectious disease expert who advised Trump on the COVID-19 pandemic but turned critical of…