California mother pleads not guilty to murder of 9-year-old daughter Melodee Buzzard
The body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard was found by authorities in Utah on Dec. 6 after she went missing in October.
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The body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard was found by authorities in Utah on Dec. 6 after she went missing in October.
Police said the driver allegedly veered off the roadway and collided with the center median before hitting a tree.
The potential for flooding remains high because parts of the ground remain heavily saturated. Weather officials warn that rainfall will quickly turn into runoff.
Tina Wright started a holiday tradition with a few of her friends 13 years ago and now it's grown into a community event that's all about giving back.
The National Weather Service said two more impulses will move through the area with the potential for flooding in the burn scar areas.
Highway 2 leading into Wrightwood is washed out due to flooding, with evacuation and safety warnings in place as crews work to get the situation in the area under control, according to San Bernardino County Fire.
An emphasis has been placed on burn scar areas that are more susceptible to flooding, mudslides and debris flows.
The California Highway Patrol is warning drivers to use alternate routes and use extra caution as roads are slick due to the heavy rain.
LAFD crews attempted to contain a fire that engulfed an industrial business in San Pedro.
Braun Levi, 18, was about a month away from graduating when he died. His family moved to Manhattan Beach after the Palisades Fire destroyed their home.
Burbank police shot a man after he allegedly stole a firearm from a gun store along Magnolia Boulevard.
Authorities said Melodee Buzzard's body was found in a rural area outside of Cainville, Utah, and her mother was arrested Tuesday morning.
A group of teen bicyclists swarmed and robbed a person near USC, campus police said.
Ventura County prosecutors charged a 32-year-old man with threatening to kill deputies, his parents and calling in a bomb hoax at a local business.
Vince Zampella, a video game developer known for pioneering iconic franchises like "Call of Duty," died in a car crash on the Angeles Crest Highway in Los Angeles County on Sunday afternoon.
The fire was first reported at around 4:40 p.m. near the intersection of N. Sierra Highway and Needham Ranch Parkway, LACoFD officials said.
Burbank police said that a car caught fire after crashing in the area, which then quickly spread to the nearby hillside.
Evacuation orders and warnings were issued in parts of Ventura and Los Angeles counties after a brush fire broke out near Lake Piru on Saturday afternoon.
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli hired former top aide Shawn Lewis to be a federal law enforcement liaison, though Lewis has three prior convictions for driving under the influence and a pending battery charge.
Deputies said that an AutoZone near the intersection of Atlantic and Olympic boulevards was ransacked shortly after a street takeover at the intersection.
Deputies said that an AutoZone near the intersection of Atlantic and Olympic boulevards was ransacked shortly after a street takeover at the intersection.
The fire was first reported at around 4:40 p.m. near the intersection of N. Sierra Highway and Needham Ranch Parkway, LACoFD officials said.
The crash happened at the intersection of La Brea and Beach avenues at around 8:45 a.m., according to LA County firefighters.
Firefighters are battling a brush fire in the Wildwood Canyon part of Burbank, which forced evacuation orders and warnings shortly after breaking out on Saturday afternoon.
School officials said they're working to help their student-athletes find other playing opportunities for the 2026 season.
The looming El Niño could bring one of the wettest winters on record to California, according to renowned climatologist Daniel Swain.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
Drones used high-definition video to detect illegal aerial discharges, helping to pinpoint 13 properties and issue 8 citations totaling $240,000 under the city's new Social Host ordinance.
A study from the journal Science Advances confirms what many of us believed: that more heat waves mean more fires.
Big waves in Orange County have put lifeguards on alert, following a tragic accident just a month ago.
Deputies say that the man pointed a firearm at them during the incident.
Deputies say that the 33-year-old man pointed a gun at another driver during a road rage incident in July.
The shooting happened on July 31 in the 33000 block of Simpson Road in Winchester, Riverside County deputies said.
The looming El Niño could bring one of the wettest winters on record to California, according to renowned climatologist Daniel Swain.
A San Bernardino County man was arrested in connection with an alleged road rage incident on the 10 Freeway in July, during which police said he pointed a firearm at another vehicle.
Sandy Alcantara struck out eight in seven innings, becoming the Miami Marlins' career leader in innings pitched, and Xavier Edwards had three RBIs in a 7-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday.
The former San Francisco 49ers star running back spoke in a prerecorded video message while he sat on stage wearing his gold jacket at Tom Benson Stadium on Saturday.
In a narrow 50-49 vote, President Trump's former defense lawyer was confirmed as attorney general in a vote early Saturday.
Mike Trout and Nolan Schanuel hit home runs for the Los Angeles Angels in a 4-3 win over the Miami Marlins.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died in May from the effects of heroin and cocaine, authorities said Friday.
In a narrow 50-49 vote, President Trump's former defense lawyer was confirmed as attorney general in a vote early Saturday.
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli hired former top aide Shawn Lewis to be a federal law enforcement liaison, though Lewis has three prior convictions for driving under the influence and a pending battery charge.
A California lawmaker is making a final push to pass legislation that would restrict companies from using consumers' personal data and AI to set individualized prices, with supporters hoping to send the bill to the governor before the legislative session ends.
Juan Carlos González is the stepson of "El Mencho," who was killed by the Mexican military.
Iran and Oman are close to agreeing on new arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz, but not for a full reopening of the vital waterway, Iran's state news agency says.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
The California State Assembly passed a new bill that they hope can rein in a black market in restaurant reservations.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Sandy Alcantara struck out eight in seven innings, becoming the Miami Marlins' career leader in innings pitched, and Xavier Edwards had three RBIs in a 7-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday.
School officials said they're working to help their student-athletes find other playing opportunities for the 2026 season.
The former San Francisco 49ers star running back spoke in a prerecorded video message while he sat on stage wearing his gold jacket at Tom Benson Stadium on Saturday.
Jorge Messi served as his son's agent and accompanied him to Europe when he signed with Barcelona as a teenager.
Rookie Ryan Waldschmidt hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning off closer Edwin Diaz to give the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 victory over Los Angeles on Friday night, sending the Dodgers to their season-high seventh straight loss.
Some parts of the LA Jazz Festival were canceled just days before the citywide, two-week party was slated to begin, leaving performers and fans alike in the dark.
A performer will be living inside a billboard 30 feet above the Sunset Strip as Netflix promotes its new film "The Last House."
The Bob Baker Marionette Theater is releasing its first new show in four decades as the iconic team works to raise money and purchase its permanent home in Highland Park.
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
Deputies said that an AutoZone near the intersection of Atlantic and Olympic boulevards was ransacked shortly after a street takeover at the intersection.
Long Beach's "Gay Floatilla" event went on without a hitch on Saturday after they were targeted by online threats earlier in the week.
Los Angeles Pierce College has placed its 2026 football season on a hiatus, according to school officials. Lauren Pozen speaks with players and coaches impacted by the decision, which they say came out of nowhere.
All evacuation orders that were issued as the fire burned were lifted on Saturday afternoon.
Firefighters battled a brush fire in the Wildwood Canyon part of Burbank, which forced evacuation orders and warnings shortly after breaking out on Saturday afternoon. Zach Boetto reports.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
