A reportedly stolen car led CHP officers on a pursuit in Los Angeles and continued moving after losing tires, riding on its rims as sparks flew in helicopter footage.

Van Nuys favorite Sweet E’s is opening a Beverly Hills storefront on South Santa Monica Boulevard. The brand teased the move on Instagram; an opening date hasn’t been set.

The USOPC has recognized USA Surfing as the U.S. national governing body, effective June 1, after new funding and local backing helped resolve a multiyear dispute. The decision clears the path for surfer‑led preparation for LA28.

Stephen Curry scored 35 and Al Horford drilled four late 3s as the Warriors rallied from 13 down to stun the Clippers 126-121 in the West play‑in.

A Newport Beach Moke owner says a man posing as Justin Bieber’s staff rented four electric vehicles for Coachella — then the cars were tracked to Tijuana and went silent. Riverside County deputies have opened an investigation.

Dragon Alley Coffee Shop has posted signage at 312 Santa Monica Blvd on the Third Street Promenade. Owners say the café will be cozy and community-focused but haven’t announced a date.

A DNA match from a recent child‑abuse probe tied a 2025 arrest to a 1997 Koreatown rape, court filings show.

LAFD says roughly 90 structure fires have already occurred this April, with several tied to construction and maintenance work. Officials issued a safety checklist for homeowners and contractors.

Eagle Real Estate Partners and TriPost have bought two Southern California complexes and plan to convert most units into long‑term housing for households at roughly 80% of AMI.

The Board of Supervisors declared housing insecurity a public health crisis and ordered county agencies to coordinate housing‑and‑health plans to keep people housed.

Incumbent Eunisses Hernandez will face four challengers in the June 2 District 1 primary, with homelessness and public safety dominating the race.

LAFD reported a knockdown structure fire at 944 S Dewey Ave in Koreatown; the department’s alert included a map and a details link. No injury updates yet.

Crews have begun work on the NoHo–Pasadena BRT, with initial activity in Pasadena as Metro prepares the 19‑mile, 22‑station corridor for construction. The line promises faster cross‑valley service but will bring lane changes and local impacts while crews work.