Caroline Joanne Herrling was sentenced to 20 years in prison for her role in a near $3.9 million fraud scheme involving identity theft and the horrific disposition of a body.

LAUSD expands the Opportunity L.A. program, providing first graders with college savings accounts and an initial $50 deposit to encourage higher education savings.

Firefighters rescued a horse stuck in mud at Hansen Dam Recreation Area in Los Angeles, facing challenging conditions and manual labor to free the animal.

One adult died and several children were injured in a two-car collision on the I-10 in University Park, Los Angeles; the freeway was closed for hours.

A woman was killed by a car in Huntington Beach while possibly tending to ducks. The driver cooperated with police, who do not suspect impairment. A second vehicle may be involved.

Los Angeles City Council allocated $3.8 million for graffiti cleanup at the unfinished Oceanwide Plaza, with plans to recover costs from the property's Chinese owners.

San Bernardino man Joe Castillo was arrested for child sex crimes, facing charges of lewd acts with a minor. He's held without bail as authorities seek further information.

JOANN crafts retailer has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid a massive debt load, aiming to stay operational and reduce debts by about $500 million.

Shohei Ohtani is set to begin a throwing program which may lead to a defensive role with the Dodgers, despite being primarily a designated hitter this season and not returning to pitching.

Irvine sees a spike in home burglaries, causing the local police to issue safety advice and encourage community vigilance to prevent thefts and aid in recovery of stolen items.

Anaheim continues its revitalization of Beach Boulevard by demolishing the crime-ridden former Anaheim Lodge motel to make way for affordable housing.

Santa Clarita offers a range of Spring Break activities for children aged 4.5 to 17, including camps focused on games, arts, sports, and STEAM subjects, as announced by City Manager Ken Striplin. Registration is available online and in-person.

One person died and several, including children, were injured in a two-vehicle crash on the 10 Freeway near Hoover Street, with the LAFD responding quickly.