Santa Monica Store Owner Fatally Shoots Alleged Robber in Self-Defense at Sole and Laces, Suspect Karen Melikyan Arrested
The owner of Sole and Laces in Santa Monica shot and killed an alleged robber after being assaulted with a chemical irritant. Karen Melikyan has been arrested, and the police believe it was an isolated, targeted incident.
California Pledges $1.7 Billion to Bolster Highway Infrastructure, Including Repairs for Los Angeles Fire Damage
California is investing $1.7 billion in highway infrastructure for repairs and upgrades including post-fire reconstruction and improvements for safety and sustainability, funded by state and federal sources.












