Metro says homelessness on its transit system has fallen 57% since 2024. Countywide data, however, shows the crisis is far from settled.

Roger’s Gardens is bringing Venice-after-dark vibes to Corona del Mar with a free Halloween boutique opening Aug. 28.

A Simi Valley man admitted killing his father and threatening three other relatives. He could face decades in state prison.

Tomball Police Chief Jeff Bert is retiring after six years and taking a new role at Sam Houston State University. An interim chief is already in place.

A Monterey Bay research expedition found a likely new siphonophore nearly 6,500 feet below California’s surface. Its glowing tentacles and tadpole-like body are only the beginning of the mystery.

A black bear cooled off in a La Crescenta backyard spa before wandering away, marking the latest in a run of foothill sightings.

A Silver Alert is active across Los Angeles County for 78-year-old Jimmy Woods, last seen in Inglewood using a wheelchair.

A Northridge developer wants to replace one 1950s house with six small-lot homes and attached ADUs near CSUN. The project is using California’s SB 1123 housing streamlining law.

Downtown LA could reach 90 degrees Sunday as an Extreme Heat Warning covers hotter parts of the region. A modest cool-down arrives Monday and Tuesday.

An LAPD officer who recorded colleagues’ alleged racist and homophobic comments is expected to face felony eavesdropping charges.

A possible snake bite sent one person to the hospital in Valencia as Southern California heads into a scorching weekend. Officials are urging residents to keep their distance from rattlesnakes.

A West Hollywood grocery run turned into a Spider-Man kissing booth as fans lined up for upside-down smooches and photos.

Rose Creek Cottage survived demolition plans, two moves and decades of change. The Pacific Beach landmark is still hosting celebrations beside Rose Creek.