Vice Adm. Jerome Adams, the U.S. surgeon general, joined Jessica Holmes and Frank Buckley on the KTLA 5 Morning News on Dec. 21 to urge COVID-19 survivors to donate plasma. Adams also urged Lakers star LeBron James to take the vaccine publicly and spread awareness.

Sabrina Carpenter just released her single "Espresso," and to celebrate, Alfred Coffee is offering an exclusive drink at all of its Los Angeles locations. KTLA 5's Erin Myers reports. (April 20, 2024)

A man who was caught on video violently kicking a puppy was arrested in Anaheim, authorities said. (April 20, 2024)

Three people were injured after a speeding vehicle careened into a Subway and a neighboring home in Van Nuys Friday night. Surveillance footage obtained by KTLA shows the vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed before losing control and smashing into the Subway. KTLA 5's Omar Lewis reports. (April 20, 2024)

A man set himself on fire outside the courthouse where former President Donald Trump was on trial Friday.

The man could be seen lying on the ground outside at a park across the street from the Manhattan courthouse. People rushed over to douse him with a fire extinguisher and try to bat the flames away. NewsNation crews at the courthouse witnessed court officers and New York police officers rushing toward the flames in a chaotic scene.

Emergency responders rushed him away on a stretcher. He was in critical condition and being treated at a burn unit, but he later died from his injuries.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/person-sets-themself-on-fire-outside-trump-trial-courthouse/

Aliso Viejo residents are fighting back against their local community association after several people have become seriously ill from the herbicides sprayed in their neighborhoods. Residents said they’ve been complaining about the chemicals for months, however, the Aliso Viejo Community Association claims there’s nothing to worry about.

Carolyn McCuan, an Aliso Viejo resident, said the chemicals have caused her to suffer a variety of symptoms. “I had headaches, rashes on my face and arms, chronic fatigue,” she said. McCuan is part of a Toxic-Free OC, a group of Aliso Viejo residents who aim to stop the chemical’s continued use in the city. The group is greatly concerned about unknowingly inhaling the chemical which can cause lasting health effects.

KTLA's Rick Chambers reports on April 19, 2024.

KTLA 5's Sandra Mitchell has the latest on the growing frustration among residents on the westside after several vehicles were broken into early Thursday morning.

USC has canceled all commencement speakers for this year’s graduation ceremony amid controversy surrounding the revocation of the university's valedictorian speech.

“Given the highly publicized circumstances surrounding our main-stage commencement program, university leadership has decided it is best to release our outside speakers and honorees from attending this year’s ceremony,” the University of Southern California announced on Friday.

The announcement means the cancellation of keynote speaker — filmmaker Jon M. Chu — who was expected to speak on May 10 at the main-stage ceremony, and other guests including tennis star Billie Jean King.

Friday’s announcement comes on the heels of the university canceling valedictorian Asna Tabassum’s commencement speech over what USC called “substantial” security risks. Around 65,000 people are expected to attend this year’s ceremony.

KTLA's Samantha Cortese reports on April 19, 2024.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/usc-cancels-all-commencement-speakers-amid-valedictorian-speech-controversy/

Authorities pursued a driver in a suspected stolen vehicle in South Los Angeles.

Earlier this month, Disneyland shared that Autopia, a gas-powered attraction located within Tomorrowland, would be electrified, but it stopped short of sharing when the switch would occur. https://trib.al/KN4R1Qv

KTLA 5's Rachel Menitoff has more on how LASD is using new tactics to bust shoplifters in the act after retail thefts increased by roughly 80% from 2022 to 2023.

In anticipation of summer, Pepsi announced the arrival of two new flavors inspired by a popular summer activity: grilling.https://trib.al/mggOXOI

Denise White is considered to be one of the most powerful women in sports. Her company, EAG Sports Management, represents some of the world’s top athletes. As she celebrates 25 years of her firm, White sat down with KTLA’s Krystle Rich to explain why a "sports mogul" doesn't always have to be a man.