LA County issues ocean water warnings for several beaches
Department officials caution beachgoers against swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters at several beaches due to high bacterial levels.
Children's Hospital Los Angeles to close trans youth center
A stream of challenges led to the decision to close the center, including "significant operational, legal, and financial risks stemming from the shifting policy landscape at both the state and federal levels."
Simi Valley police bust sophisticated burglary crew, allegedly tied to $3 million jewelry store heist
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko said four suspects allegedly connected to the burglary, ranging in age from 25 to 37 years old, pleaded not guilty in court on Thursday to felony charges of conspiracy to commit commercial burglary and conspiracy to receive stolen property.
Man charged with killing Metro passenger in bus hijacking ordered to stand trial
An LA County Superior Court judge found there was "sufficient cause" to allow the case against Lamont Campbell, 51, to proceed to trial.
Car crashes into Sherman Oaks coffee shop, no injuries reported
Video taken at the time of the collision shows a white sedan crashed inside the coffee shop, next to Petit Trois le Valley restaurant at Ventura Boulevard and Woodman Avenue.
FBI arrests East LA man for allegedly distributing face shields during protests
Neighbor Arturo Rosales said he saw FBI agents, "raiding the house two doors down here … they pulled out one person."
Los Angeles County DA announces charges following violent protests
LA County District Attorney Nathan Hochman noted that combing through social media posts and other available videos will also assist in identifying those who committed crimes during any of the protests, or protest-related events.
Baldwin Park shooting suspect makes first court appearance, ordered jailed without bail
Eduardo Roberto Medina-Berumen, who was injured in a gun battle with police during the May 31 incident, appeared at the Pomona Courthouse in a wheelchair.
FBI offers reward for suspect who allegedly assaulted federal officer amid Paramount protests
On June 9, the FBI released a photo of the alleged Paramount assault suspect and identified him as Elpidio Reyna, 40 of Compton. "He is considered a fugitive, and we continue to seek his location," the agency said in a statement.
Ex-Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do sentenced to 5 years in prison for bribery
Between 2020 and 2024, Do "used his position as the supervisor for Orange County's First District to steer millions of dollars to his personal associates in exchange for hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes," prosecutors said in their sentencing brief.
Parts of Los Angeles begin clean-up after protests led to looting, vandalism and arrests
Friday's immigration operations which took place across Los Angeles, primarily in the Westlake District, downtown, and South L.A., led to protests over the weekend, resulting in 42 arrests. Those arrested are facing charges ranging from assault on an officer, and attempted murder to looting and failure to disperse.
Protests held after dozens arrested in immigration operations across L.A.
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement spokesperson said that about 44 people were arrested Friday at three locations in Los Angeles.
Candlelight vigil takes place Friday for slain Baldwin Park Police Officer Samuel Riveros
Baldwin Park police are asking community members to "please come and stand with us in remembrance, love, and solidarity as we reflect on his life, his service, and the impact he had on all of us."
Steve Perry auctions some of his Journey collection for Altadena wildfire victims
Bids are rolling in for Perry's handwritten lyrics to "Don't Stop Believin'," his own gold and platinum records, albums from his collection, a couple of cassettes, CDs, bass guitars, vintage tour merchandise, and more – all signed by Perry.
Baldwin Park police shooting suspect faces murder and attempted murder charges
Eduardo Roberto Medina-Berumen faces two counts of first-degree murder of special circumstances for the death of Baldwin PD officer Samuel Riveros and Darius Wong, a 43-year-old father from Hacienda Heights. He also has been charged with two counts of attempted murder, for allegedly firing at two other Baldwin Park police officers, one who was wounded by gunfire.