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Top LA news: Kobe fans flock to Staples Center to pay respects; Court allows 'public charge' changes

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Published on January 28, 2020
Top LA news: Kobe fans flock to Staples Center to pay respects; Court allows 'public charge' changesPhoto: Robert Bejil/Flickr

Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Los Angeles.

Fans converge on Staples Center to mourn NBA legend

The world has joined the city of Los Angeles in mourning the death of Kobe Bryant, with fans shocked and saddened about the news.

Read the full story on CBS Los Angeles.

Supreme Court allows 'public charge' changes LA leaders fought against

A divided U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Trump administration and against the wishes of Los Angeles city leaders yesterday, allowing federal officials to make changes to rules that could make it more difficult for undocumented immigrants to gain citizenship status if they use  — or if the government determines they are likely to use — public benefits or housing.

Read the full story on KCET.

2 LAPD officers injured after crashing while in pursuit of suspect in South LA

Two Los Angeles police officers were injured while in pursuit of a suspect in South Los Angeles early Monday morning, police said.

Read the full story on ABC7.

Man convicted of stealing car and running over carjacking victim

A Los Angeles resident was convicted Monday of first-degree murder and carjacking for running over a 54-year-old man after stealing the victim’s pickup truck in the Westlake area. 

Read the full story on NBC LA.


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