Kinokuniya will reopen a 14,000‑sq‑ft Little Tokyo flagship in June with expanded manga, translated fiction and a Studio Ghibli section.

Court papers reviewed by the New York Post say a city‑paid Peace Ambassador known as “Diablo” was arrested at MacArthur Park after agents found military‑grade body armor. The suspect is identified as Michael Angel Alvarez.

Police and wildlife crews searched near 14th Street and Montana Avenue after a mountain lion sighting in Santa Monica. Authorities say there are no injuries and residents were urged to keep pets inside.

SWAT teams were called to a shooting near 600 West 5th in downtown Los Angeles after police said a suspect refused to surrender. Officials released few details as the scene remained active.

The Tabernacle Choir brings its Songs of Hope benefit to the Hollywood Bowl on June 24–25 with big-name guests. Ticket revenue will support global charities for women and children.

Days before the June 2 primary, Nithya Raman reportedly pulled out of a KTLA interview, saying she bit her tongue as the race tightened. Polls put the top three in a dead heat.

Drones helped Whittier police locate and arrest a man they say started a brush fire on Colima Road. Authorities are asking residents to call with tips.

Teoscar Hernández left Wednesday’s game with a left hamstring strain, compounding a rash of injuries that have forced the Dodgers into roster shuffles.

Mostly cloudy and cool today in Downtown LA with a slight chance of light evening showers. Breezy gusts to 20 mph; sun and warmer temperatures return Friday.

A five-acre brush fire burned in the hills above Calabasas Wednesday morning. Crews and a water-dropping helicopter held the blaze and officials reported no immediate structure threats.

Santa Monica approved $6 million from Measure GS for a new renter-aid program to help vulnerable households avoid eviction. The People Concern will run the initial rollout this summer.

Officers found illegal fireworks in a South LA home on East 85th, triggering evacuations and a street closure while crews secured the scene. Authorities say the amount was undetermined as the block was cleared.

West Hollywood will host two free World Cup fan zones this June, with screenings, a beer garden and the U.S. premiere of Discofoot at West Hollywood Park. The activations are free and open to all ages.