Political insiders wonder whether L.A. County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath is considering a bid for L.A. mayor. She's done little to tamp down the speculation.

The U.S. government sued the Los Angeles County sheriff's department on Tuesday, accusing it of violating the Constitution by being far too slow to process licenses for people who want to carry concealed weapons.

Speaking on the 15th day of the federal government shutdown, Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka said the port remains fully operational.

The government shutdown enters Day 17 with growing concerns about missing paychecks and food assistance. Here are live updates.

"Our family is heartbroken by the loss of Carrie, who brought warmth and love to all our lives," Mitt Romney said