Rescued sea turtle released by Long Beach aquarium staff after nearly 1 year of care
The turtle, named Porkchop, was rescued in March 2025 from tangled fishing line wrapped around its flipper, keeping it from swimming away.
Inglewood's Serving Spoon wins 2026 James Beard America's Classics Award
The Serving Spoon was recognized in the America's Classics category, celebrating independently owned restaurants, "serving delicious food across many years."
Los Angeles firefighter testifies Lachman Fire was still smoldering when fire crews left
In his deposition, LAFD Firefighter Scott Pike described at least five areas still actively smoking as crews were rolling up hoses to leave the Lachman Fire.
Parts of Southern California could see record-breaking heat Friday
Highs on Friday are expected to be 15 to 22 degrees above normal, with coastal temperatures in the 80s, valleys in the upper 80s to mid-90s, and 90s in the Inland Empire.
San Fernando Valley alleged serial postal robbery suspect arrested
From Dec. 3, 2025, to Feb. 22, 2026, Andranik Naghdalyan is accused of targeting United States Postal Service carriers in Studio City, Valley Village, and Sherman Oaks, in five separate incidents.
Torrance police search for felony suspect at residence near hospital
The home in the 4000 block of Torrance Boulevard is drawing a large police response, as aerial footage shows armed officers in the backyard with SWAT vehicles in the driveway and on the street.
D4vd targeted in grand jury investigation, family ordered to testify
Dawud and Colleen Burke, the parents of David Burke, better known as the singer d4vd, are fighting subpoenas to testify before a Los Angeles grand jury.
Ventura County US Army veteran, who was detained by federal agents, attends State of the Union
George Retes, a U.S. Army veteran, was a guest of Congressman Mark Takano (D) at Tuesday's State of the Union address.
Los Angeles teacher receives $25,000 "Oscar of Teaching" national award
Dr. Ellen Dooley was surprised with the so-called "Oscar of Teaching" award during a morning assembly at Milken Community School. Cheers rang out when the social science teacher and instructional leader's name was called by the award's founder, Lowell Milken.
California Highway Patrol officer who died in on-duty crash had fentanyl in his system, medical examiner says
Officer Miguel Cano, 34, of Moreno Valley, crashed his department vehicle into a tree in Culver City after telling his partner he wasn't feeling that well.
Pacoima celebrates the new Nancy Avery Square, honoring the late Black postmaster
The tribute comes during Black History Month, as Avery was the first African American selected as postmaster of a major U.S. post office.
Los Angeles County sues Roblox alleging the gaming platform fails to protect children
The platform is used worldwide, and County Assistant Counsel Scott Kuhn said over half a million children in LA County are on it almost every day, and more needs to be done to protect children.
Huntington Park police search for possible suspects in burned building
According to LACoFD, there were three suspects inside the building, and one escaped through a window.
Santa Monica mom pleads not guilty to murder in death of her 17-month-old child
Santa Monica Police Department officers responded to the apartment in the 2000 block of Broadway, where they found an infant inside with "significant injuries."
Orange County man charged with murder for allegedly killing estranged wife on Valentine's Day
According to the Orange County District Attorney's Office, Stephen Anthony Demora first called his sister-in-law around 6:30 a.m. on Feb. 14 to tell her that he had killed his wife with a knife at their home.