A driver in Garden Grove hit five bicyclists, including three children, and fled. A witness helped police arrest the driver, suspected of DUI. Two children and one adult are in critical condition.

The LAFD extinguished a fire in a converted garage in Green Meadows within 12 minutes, preventing spread to nearby structures. One male suffered smoke inhalation and was hospitalized. The cause is under investigation.

A disturbance at SouthBay Pavilion Mall involved about 200 juveniles, some setting off fireworks and lighting a fire. Deputies detained around 60-70, issuing citations; all were later released.

A vehicle fire in the Santa Susana Mountains sparked a brush fire, with LAFD, LACoFD, and VCFD responding. The blaze, covering an eighth of an acre, posed no threat to L.A. residents.

A car crashed into a beauty salon on Saticoy Street, causing minor injuries to one person. Structural safety is under inspection; the cause of the crash is under investigation.

Long Beach Police Department is investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred on July 4; the victim was identified as Arnold Archivald Garcia Baide. Authorities are seeking information on the suspect.

Southern California faces air quality issues due to Fourth of July fireworks, with a warning from the SCAQMD on lingering pollution and potential health risks.

Yucaipa man Issac Ruiz was arrested for suspected child pornography possession and distribution based on a Cybertip and a search of his home by authorities.

A mountain lion was killed on the 405 Freeway near the Getty Center in Southern California, marking another wildlife fatality on local highways. The incident occurred without details on the vehicle involved.

A 15-year-old was arrested in Apple Valley after a high-speed chase involving stolen vehicles ended with spike strips. The pursuit, initiated by deputies, concluded when the suspects fled their vehicle.

Firefighters in Northridge, LA, quickly extinguished a fire involving Cypress trees near homes, preventing structural damage and injuries. The cause is under investigation.

Fire officials report the Sharp Fire in Simi Valley is 60% contained at 160 acres, with evacuation orders lifted. One firefighter was hospitalized due to heat. No homes were damaged as crews continue containment efforts.

A high-speed police chase ended in Victorville when Richard Irwin crashed into a fence after deputies attempted to stop him, leading to his arrest on multiple charges.