Santa Monica's City Council has adopted the Energy Performance Approach, allowing flexibility in building designs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, as a step towards meeting their climate action goals.

A semi-truck carrying lithium-ion batteries overturned in San Pedro, causing a fire and major traffic disruptions, but no injuries or evacuations were needed.

Thieves used a truck to break into a Sunland liquor store, stealing top-shelf alcohol and causing significant damage. The incident, captured on video, occurred at 3:45 a.m. The suspects remain at large.

Ojai man convicted on felony child molestation charges involving two children during incidents starting in 2003. He faces up to 45 years to life in prison.

The Mini Fall Festival & Glass Pumpkin Sale at Virginia Avenue Park in Santa Monica will feature activities, a pumpkin giveaway, a farmers market, cultural performances, and a chance to input on local urban planning.

L.A. General Medical Center seeks public help to identify a John Doe patient admitted since September 13. Contact details for the social work department are provided for leads.

A Los Angeles man, Terrance Hawkins, is charged with 26 counts of violent crimes against women, including rape. He pleaded not guilty and could face life in prison if convicted.

The LAPD is investigating a series of flash mob thefts at 7-Eleven stores across the city, executed by a group of young male suspects on bicycles, primarily on Friday evenings.

A high-speed chase in Los Angeles involving a red Lexus ended with an arrest after the vehicle hit a pedestrian and crashed.

Selvin Fabian Salazar was convicted for a 2018 killing spree in Gardena and Lynwood, involving three deaths and two injuries. He faces life without parole.

Mayor Karen Bass tackles homelessness in downtown LA, moving over 30 people into housing and clearing debris, as part of a broader effort to reduce homelessness across the city.

Former publishing exec Kimberly Miletta convicted of embezzling $1.3 million for personal expenses, including a home purchase, facing up to 20 years per count.

Governor Newsom signed California bills enhancing consumer protections against medical debt, excessive banking fees, and tricky subscription cancellations.