Hong says protests in LA can change very quickly — one moment peaceful, the next chaotic. But he always tries to stay safe while telling the story through his images.

The protesters gathered in downtown L.A. are a microcosm of the Democratic coalition that has dominated the city for decades.

President Trump’s deployment of 700 active-duty Marines to Los Angeles to quell protests is fueling concern that the Marines have not been properly trained for interacting with civilians, NBC News’ Courtney Kube reports.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — About 200 Marines have moved into Los Angeles and will protect federal property, personnel, the commander in charge says. Maj. Gen. Scott Sherman, commander of Task Force 51 who is overseeing the 4,700 troops deployed, said Friday that the Marines have finished training on civil disturbance.

A new poll shows a partisan split on President Donald Trump's troop deployment to quell Los Angeles protests, with 86% of Republicans supporting while Democrats strongly oppose it.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was in Los Angeles Thursday morning providing an update on immigration operations and protests in the area, when she was interrupted by Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla,

Actor John Leguizamo is among the celebrities who've commented on the protests, saying that "protesting is as American as apple pie."

VA doctors and staff worked Sunday to help vulnerable patients -- especially those with mental health conditions or substance use disorder who need daily medications -- receive needed medical services.