A young man and woman died when a driver slammed into their car as they were leaving a drive-thru in Los Angeles’ Exposition Park neighborhood early Sunday morning.

Gene Kang reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on May 22, 2023.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/2-killed-in-hit-and-run-crash-in-exposition-park/

A man was detained after an altercation with Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputies in La Puente earlier this week. https://ktla.com/news/local-news/video-man-subdued-by-deputies-after-approaching-lasd-vehicle-with-metal-vent-cover/

Two years after controversy surrounded a homeless encampment and fence erected at Echo Park Lake, Canada geese are the controversy du jour, according to the Los Angeles Times.

This video aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 22, 2023.

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A woman traveling with her young daughter was caught hiding more than 5 pounds of heroin in a diaper bag, according to the U.S. Border Patrol.

This video aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 22, 2023.

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California will let insurance companies consider climate change when setting their prices, the state's chief regulator announced Thursday, a move aimed at preventing insurers from fleeing the state over fears of massive losses from wildfires and other natural disasters.

Erin Myers reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 22, 2023.

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With House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's latest funding plan in ruins and lawmakers leaving town for the weekend, there's no endgame in sight as hard-right Republicans push dangerously closer to a disruptive federal shutdown.

Ellina Abovian reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 22, 2023.

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Amid some optimism, the Writers Guild of America and Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers are meeting again Friday in an attempt to end the multi-month strike that's halted much of Hollywood.

Eric Spillman reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 22, 2023.

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A big fight took place in the stands during Thursday night’s NFL game at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara.

A social media influencer was among three victims robbed during a home-invasion robbery in Hollywood Hills West Thursday night. Carlos Herrera reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 22, 2023.

The Los Angeles Fire Department is asking for the public’s input as they revisit their “firefighter tattoo policy,” officials announced on social media Thursday.  

“We would love to hear your input, to help us factor in the views of the public we serve,” the post read. “Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts on tattoos on your firefighters.” The department’s current policy was established in May 2008 and sets strict guidelines on the display of tattoos, scarifications or brandings that firefighters may have.

KTLA's Samantha Cortese reports on September 21, 2023.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/should-firefighters-be-allowed-to-have-visible-tattoos/

In an effort to crack down on Halloween pranks, the city of Beverly Hills has officially banned the personal possession of some favorite tools of late-night vandals.

During a Tuesday council meeting, the Beverly Hills City Council voted 5-0 to adopt a new ordinance that prohibits the possession of Silly String, "hair removal products" and shaving cream on Halloween. The ordinance was passed, city officials said, in order to create a "safe family-friendly environment."

KTLA's Mary Beth McDade reports on September 21, 2023.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/california/beverly-hill-outlaws-silly-string-shaving-cream-on-halloween-night/

Hollywood writers and studios entered a second day of negotiations Thursday amid encouraging reports that the monthslong strike, which has shut down the entertainment industry, could be coming to an end.

Members of the Writers Guild of America (WGA) were still on the picket lines Thursday while union leaders met with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) and studio heads from Netflix, Walt Disney Company, Warner Bros. Discovery and Universal Television.

However, no deal was announced at the meeting's conclusion. Strikers remain hopeful that the end is near after 143 days on the picket lines. "I remain cautiously optimistic that the studios are actively engaging with us,” said Danny Tolli, a WGA Strike Captain. “It's about time."

KTLA's John Fenoglio reports on September 21, 2023.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/optimism-grows-over-possible-agreement-in-hollywood-writers-strike-but-picketing-continues/