After a deadly Carson takeover and other destructive gatherings, L.A. County announced higher fines and stepped‑up patrols paired with outreach and street deterrents.

Cool, foggy mornings will thin to partly sunny afternoons with highs near 79°F; a slow warm-up nudges inland areas into the 80s next week.

Los Angeles County began operating under California’s Behavioral Health Services Act on July 1, 2026, redirecting funding into housing, intensive care teams and new state oversight. Officials say services will continue during the phased rollout.

Anaheim officials broke ground on the long-vacant "Sinkin’ Lincoln" corner, launching 39 Commons with In‑N‑Out, Dave’s Hot Chicken and the city's first Dutch Bros. in phased retail openings.

A 9‑year‑old reportedly fought off an attempted abduction near Sand Dune Park; Manhattan Beach police say they are investigating.

Anime Expo returns July 2–5 with concerts, world premieres and an expanded downtown footprint stretching from the L.A. Convention Center to Crypto.com Arena.

Stile DTLA has transformed the former Ace Hotel into a design‑forward creative hub with redesigned rooms, a rooftop bar and a members‑focused studio space. The relaunch blends hotel stays with music, production and local programming.

LAFD crews chased heavy smoke at a Topanga Canyon strip mall in Canoga Park Wednesday night after reports of an auto‑repair fire; the initial alert listed no injuries.

Patchy morning fog gives way to partly sunny skies and a high near 76°F. Inland neighborhoods warm through the holiday weekend.

A restored 1930 yacht called the Northwind has opened in Marina Del Rey, serving sunset dinners, weekend brunch and live music. The vessel is moored at the California Yacht Club and available by reservation.

Six people were charged in Pacific Palisades after prosecutors say unlicensed contractors solicited fire survivors. The DA warns residents to verify licenses before hiring.

City Hall approved Fourth & Central — a $2B, 7.6‑acre plan to turn cold‑storage blocks into 10 buildings with 1,500+ homes, offices, shops and on‑site supportive services.

LAFD says crews knocked down a structure fire at 2143 E Chavez Av on Tuesday night. No injuries were reported and the department posted a map and incident details.