Huntington Beach US Open of Surfing kicks off this weekend
The event is said to be the world's largest surf competition, attracting world-class surfers, with thousands of fans expected.
Orange County mall murder suspects, charged in the death of New Zealand tourist, plead not guilty
Leroy Ernest Joseph McCrary, 26, Jaden Cunningham, 18, and Malachi Eddward Darnell, 18, pleaded not guilty to murder charges for the death of 68-year-old Patricia McKay, from New Zealand.
High heat mixed with the threat of thunderstorms and dry lightning lead to Red Flag Warnings
The fire weather watch is in effect for a good portion of the Antelope Valley and into Ventura County, the foothills and mountain communities in Los Angeles and Orange counties.
Video game performers hit the picket line, calling for AI protections
SAG-AFTRA negotiators said there have been gains in contract discussions over wages and job safety, but that the studios aren't offering meaningful AI protections that include requiring consent and fair compensation.
Orange County man to plead guilty on charges connected to illegal sports betting involving former Ohtani interpreter
Mathew Bowyer, 49, is expected to plead guilty next week to charges of operating an unlawful gambling business, money laundering, and filing a false tax return.
Retail icon Fred Segal ends an era, closing last 2 Los Angeles locations
The owner of Fred Segal attributes closures mostly to impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Alhambra police warn of scammers placing fake parking tickets on vehicles
The fake tickets have a QR code on them, while legitimate tickets don't have a QR code, but instead refer to the city's website, www.cityofalhambra.org, for payment.
Tarzana resident stops would-be burglars with a bright flashlight and a pepperball gun
Julian Harper-Smith says neighbors weren't too keen on his parked trailer equipped with the cameras to surveil the street, but after last night's scare, he said they're more supportive.
Police task force has success in fighting Los Angeles copper wire theft
The LAPD's Heavy Metal Task Force recovered over 2,000 pounds of stolen copper wire, made 82 arrests and 60 of those were felony crimes. Nine firearms were also seized.
Tesla Cybertruck acquired by Irvine police, who say they're "#notkidding" about community outreach
The Tesla Cybertruck, an EV launched in 2023, will appear at community events and will not be used for patrol, according to the Irvine Police Department.
4.9 magnitude earthquake shakes Southern California
A 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck roughly 14 miles east northeast of Barstow Monday at 1 p.m., according to according to the United States Geological Survey.
South Pasadena Police Department switches to all-electric fleet with 20 Teslas
The department's zero-emission police fleet of 20 Teslas will not only save the city funds but, according to the police chief, they are the safest (including bullet-resistant panels) and best-performing vehicles available.
Long unfinished East LA mural honoring veterans is completed and celebrated
Seniors who frequented the community room at Ruben F. Salazar Park raised funds from 2006 to 2009 for a mural honoring local military service men and women.
Video game actors and performers on strike over artificial intelligence protections
The strike of around 2,500 SAG-AFTRA video game voice actors and motion capture performers comes after nearly two years of negotiations between the union and video game producers.
Father of Monterey Park teen missing for a week arrested on suspicion of child abduction
The Monterey Park Police Department announced the arrest of Jeffrey Chao on Friday "following an extensive investigation."