California AG issues legal alert to address sexual misconduct in education
Between 2019 and 2023, California school districts paid an estimated $2 to $3 billion to student victims of sexual abuse by employees.
California DOJ arrests Hawaiian Gardens casino card dealer for stealing $15k in gaming chips
In March, the DOJ received information that a cardroom dealer was suspected of stealing gaming chips from The Gardens Casino. "Investigators reviewed pertinent information and worked collaboratively with cardroom staff," CA DOJ wrote in a news release.
Woman bitten by rattlesnake in Palos Verdes Estates, officials say "stay alert" when in nature
The bite happened on Friday around 6 p.m. in the 3100 block of Paseo Del Campo. Officers were on the scene in less than three minutes, and "immediately rendered aid until paramedics arrived." The woman was taken to a hospital in stable condition.
LA Zoo celebrates Topa Topa, a 60-year-old California condor helping stave off extinction
Topa Topa has contributed to the production of roughly 300 birds over his lifetime, with 94 flying free in the wild and another 100 in the recovery program as mentors or breeding condors.
LA small-scale film permit costs are lowered in efforts to keep entertainment filming local
The nonprofit FilmLA introduced a new Low Impact Permit Pilot Program, delivering immediate cost reductions for productions that don't have impacts on communities. "We want to make it simple and fast for them," FilmLA CEO Denise Gutches said.
Los Angeles King Taco #1 becomes Historic-Cultural Monument after unanimous city council vote
The chain's first restaurant, located in Cypress Park, earned the status after a unanimous 10-0 vote by the city council on Tuesday.
"Melrose Place" and "Days of Our Lives" actor Patrick Muldoon dies at 57
Muldoon made various television appearances until landing a role in 1992 as Austin Reed on "Days of Our Lives." In 1994, Muldoon won the Soap Opera Digest Award for outstanding male newcomer.
LAPD to increase "high visibility" patrols in response to rash of San Fernando Valley burglaries
"Despite budget constraints and resource challenges, we are actively combating, tracking, and arresting these burglary crews with all of our energy and resources," LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell said, noting they are sophisticated and organized crews, some of which are international.
CSUN men's volleyball player serves up the sass on and off the courts
Jordan Lucas said he's received overwhelming support, with the 33 million video views in one week showing that the world is rallying for him. "It kind of really shows that there is some progress made in the world, especially being in the LGBTQ community."
Small Laguna Beach cottage lists for a mighty $18 million selling price
The 432-square-foot home sits on an 8,500-square-foot lot, and real estate agent Garrett Rau says the real value is the land, so the asking price is a reflection of that.
It's race time! The Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach is happening this weekend
The iconic Long Beach street race is one of the most technical and beloved circuits in motorsports, where speeds push nearly 200 mph.
Dating moves offline at Dodger Stadium Singles Section
Singles in Los Angeles, and beyond, are heading to Dodger Stadium to find love with a new event series called Drafted. "Sick of being a free agent? Get Drafted now," the matchmaker event series wrote on social media.
Teen arrested for Lake Forest e-bike hit-and-run, leaving 81-year-old substitute teacher critically injured
On Thursday, around 4 p.m., deputies were called to Toledo Way and Ridge Route Drive, which borders El Toro High School, for a pedestrian struck by an e-bike.
Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of murder in death of Celeste Rivas, LAPD says
Singer and songwriter D4vd has been arrested on suspicion of murder for the death of a 14-year-old whose dismembered body was found last year in a Tesla belonging to the singer.
2 ex-Torrance police officers manslaughter charges dismissed over 2018 shooting
Former officers Anthony Chavez and Matthew Concannon could have faced up to 11 years in prison if convicted for the killing of 23-year-old Christopher DeAndre Mitchell as he sat inside a reported-stolen parked car, with an air rifle.