Long Beach announces a free Summer Kickoff Concert at El Dorado Park West on May 24, featuring the Under Cover Band, and invites the community to bring picnics and enjoy the live music.

Public health officials warn against swimming at several L.A. County beaches due to high bacteria levels detected in the water, advising caution near affected areas.

A high-speed chase involving a suspected stolen car in Los Angeles ended with two suspects attempting to flee on foot before being arrested; no injuries were reported.

Authorities are investigating the source of the ketamine linked to the death of actor Matthew Perry, known for his role as Chandler Bing on "Friends."

Rotherie Foster, already in jail for murder, is now charged with the 2022 killing of Bill Levy in Los Angeles, following an investigation by multiple agencies. A press conference is scheduled to shed more light on the case.

Blair Park in San Bernardino unveiled three new Dodger Dreamfields for baseball, initiated by the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation and partners, enhancing local youth sports facilities.

The Crescenta Valley Sheriff's Station warns of a scam where fraudsters pose as deputies demanding money to avoid arrest, advising the public to verify such calls by contacting the official station number.

An untagged mountain lion, possibly larger than the well-known P-22, has been spotted in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, prompting local enthusiasm and discussions on wildlife crossings.

A 15-year-old boy was fatally shot in Jurupa Valley, and authorities are investigating; the victim died at a Riverside hospital and no further details have been released.

Mayor Karen Bass launches LA Optimized 2.0 and LApreneur to support small business growth in Los Angeles, providing digital enhancements and educational resources.

A woman shot and killed an armed man violating a restraining order at her home in Monrovia; incident is under investigation as potential self-defense.

A two-car crash in Burbank caused by high-speed impact left one man dead and resulted in significant damage, including a downed utility pole and burst fire hydrant.

Firefighters in Tustin, CA, quickly contained a garage fire, preventing neighborhood damage, with no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation.