Long Beach detectives have arrested Joseph Ballard for the October 2022 murder of Thomas Ferguson while Ballard was already in prison for unrelated charges.

The City of Lancaster gave out 800 free Ring Cameras to residents as part of their Digital Shield Initiative to improve community safety through technology.

The LAFD rescued an injured hiker in Tujunga while Apple's iPhone SOS feature aided in another hiker's rescue at Switzer Falls. Both incidents highlight the fusion of technology and rapid emergency response in wilderness crises.

Karina Macias, Vice Mayor of Huntington Park, was honored as Woman of the Year for the Fourth District by LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn for her civic dedication.

The National Weather Service predicts partly sunny days, potential rain, and patchy fog for Los Angeles, with temperatures in the low 70s and light winds shifting throughout the week.

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.