Kathy Vara

1 month ago | nbclosangeles.com | Kathy Vara |Helen Jeong

A real-life Doogie Howser is taking care of patients in Camarillo, California. Elliana Tenenbaum, 18-year-old registered nurse who's already made history several times, has been working in the emergency room of St. John's Hospital for two years. "She applied with us when she was 16, which, of course, had never been done," recalled Denise Richardson, the hospital's nursing director.

1 month ago | nbclosangeles.com | Kathy Vara |Helen Jeong

As high school seniors across Los Angeles get ready to graduate, Friday was a recognition day for more than 100 students who are getting their high school diplomas from Los Angeles Unified School District schools despite having faced with homelessness and food insecurity. The soon-to-be graduates celebrated their accomplishments with food and pictures at the 12th annual LAUSD Graduate Recognition ceremony.

1 month ago | nbcsandiego.com | Kathy Vara

When the dream of owning a home is becoming more far-fetched these days, two Inland Empire families are celebrating a priceless present from Habitat for Humanity Riverside and San Bernardino. The nonprofit gifted the two manufactured homes to the families, including the Johnson family who needs special accommodations for the teenage daughters with disabilities. Kennedy Johnson, one of the girls, said she's happy to be doing something that a lot of people may take for granted.

1 month ago | nbclosangeles.com | Kathy Vara |Helen Jeong

When the dream of owning a home is becoming more far-fetched these days, two Inland Empire families are celebrating a priceless present from Habitat for Humanity Riverside and San Bernardino. The nonprofit gifted the two manufactured homes to the families, including the Johnson family who needs special accommodations for the teenage daughters with disabilities. Kennedy Johnson, one of the girls, said she's happy to be doing something that a lot of people may take for granted.

1 month ago | nbclosangeles.com | Kathy Vara |Karla Rendon

The family of a man who was shot and killed by San Gabriel police at the end of a car chase last year is asking the justice department to file criminal charges in the case. Body cameras worn by officers show they shot at 50-year-old Pedro Meza more than 40 times after a pursuit ended in Rosemead in July 2024. The footage shows Meza stopping on Charlotte Avenue, then stepping out of his vehicle. He then turns toward police with his right arm extended and officers respond by opening fire.