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The number of inmates being released by county jails increased by 37 percent statewide during the first three years after California began sending lower-level offenders to local lockups instead of state prisons, state auditors said Tuesday.
An appeals court decision striking down punitive water pricing that was intended to encourage conservation had water agencies reviewing rates Tuesday and some residents exploring whether to bring similar challenges.
Stanley Ross White III, of Bloomington, was arraigned on one count each of murder and attempted murder, according to the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office.
LAPD officers were called to the 4200 block of Crenshaw Boulevard, where two male victims, ages 25 and 45, were found shot in the arm.
A local mother of two who shared an Instagram that showed her breastfeeding on the toilet is speaking out about the picture that's received mixed reaction.
Los Angeles City Fire Department personnel were called to the scene in the 8500 block of Glendale Boulevard shortly after 5 p.m.
A police investigation into a San Dimas middle school student's life allegedly being threatened over Instagram suggests that student may have posted the threats herself.
Police Chief Charlie Beck said Tuesday he believes an officer charged with using excessive force during an October arrest committed a "criminal act," and he personally urged the district attorney to file charges.
More than half of severe crashes involving teenagers are caused by distracted driving, but a new device could force teens to keep their eyes on the road.
Investigators say a white male adult walked into the facility and showed the teller a note demanding money, later yelling at the teller to hurry up.
A full closure of sections of the northbound I-405 Freeway Wednesday through Friday for a $28.47 million pavement rehabilitation project.
LAPD was in pursuit of a suspect in the area of Commerce on Tuesday.
A new audit says county jails increased the number of inmates they released by 37 percent statewide during the first three years after California began sending lower-level offenders to local lockups instead of state prisons.
Federal officials said Tuesday they are investigating the actions of a U.S. Marshals Service employee who was caught on video grabbing a woman's cell phone in South Gate, throwing it to the ground and kicking it away.
A 14-year-old male and 14-year-old female were taken into custody around 3 p.m. Monday following an investigation into rumors of a possible shooting on the school campus.
