Two minors admitted to felony charges related to a bomb threat at Ventura High School; one sentenced to juvenile probation, the other awaits sentencing in Santa Maria. The threats led to a school lockdown and law enforcement response.

Long Beach celebrates Pet Preparedness Month with free resources and events focused on emergency prep for pets.

Christian Hillairet was arrested for the murder of Carolyn NinoDeRivera in Santa Paula after being captured in Mexico and handed over to Ventura County authorities.

LAPD officers shot a man in Harvard Heights who allegedly threatened vehicles and then pointed his weapon at officers after less-lethal rounds were ineffective. He was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

A San Fernando fire that damaged residences was extinguished by LAFD in 32 minutes. Seven people and a cat were displaced, and Red Cross is aiding them. One firefighter was injured. Traffic was affected.

A former LA County retirement system worker is charged with grand theft and conflict of interest for allegedly funneling $120k in contracts to his own company.

Los Angeles County officials warn of high bacterial levels at certain beaches, advising against swimming and other water activities near affected areas such as Santa Monica Pier and Topanga Canyon Beach.

Yucca Valley man, Thomas Streavel, faces charges for threatening to assassinate Donald Trump. He pleaded not guilty and was released on bond, with a trial set for July 28.

A CHP cruiser flipped during a high-speed chase on the 91 Freeway in Compton, resulting in the officer needing medical attention and the suspect in a stolen vehicle escaping.

Police activity due to a man with a gun report near the Autry Museum caused the L.A. Zoo and museum to close and affected traffic, but the suspect was later detained without further details disclosed.

LA County Public Health issued warnings for several beaches due to high bacterial levels, advising against water activities in certain areas while indicating improved conditions at Inner Cabrillo Beach.

A 20-year-old woman was fatally shot on a Costa Mesa sidewalk at night; the suspect is known but at large. Authorities urge witnesses to assist the investigation.

California has launched the Statewide Mobile Monitoring Initiative, deploying mobile air quality stations to assess pollution at a local level, with a focus on underserved communities.