The Catalina Island Conservancy plans to eradicate invasive mule deer using professional hunters, citing ecosystem restoration and fire risk reduction, a method debated for its impact and opposed by local authorities.

California celebrates National Coaches Day, highlighting the achievement of training over 25,000 coaches in positive youth development to promote empathy and equity in youth sports.

Staffing shortages at Hollywood Burbank Airport's control tower due to a government shutdown led to delays and remote flight management, highlighted by federal pay concerns and broader system strain.

Ex-LA Deputy Mayor Brian Williams was sentenced to one year of probation and 50 hours of community service for making a false bomb threat at City Hall.

In downtown Los Angeles, violence led to one death and a standoff between police and the suspect, who was arrested after being hit with less-lethal rounds. The motive is unclear, and the area faced disruptions due to the investigation.

California partners with Belgium to boost economic ties and trade, with a focus on clean tech, aerospace, and semiconductors, in an MOU to enhance mutual economic development.

Three suspects arrested for stealing a generator from Home Depot in Alhambra, struggling to fit it in their car, and found with suspected methamphetamine.

Father DeMarques Pearl and daughter Aaliyah Ferguson found safe in South Los Angeles after being reported missing; details of disappearance not disclosed.

A man was arrested for making threats to TikTok's Culver City HQ, leading to an evacuation; police and TikTok security coordinated to resolve the incident safely.

A 17-year-old was arrested for a crime spree including vandalism and vehicle theft, quickly apprehended by SVPD after a reported incident and subsequent car accident.

Burglary occurred at a model home in Palm Desert; Manuel Herrera and Grace Pollard were arrested and face charges including residential burglary and grand theft.

Long Beach Airport prepares for its annual Festival of Flight on October 25, 2025, offering free admission, aircraft displays, entertainment, and food to aviation fans.

Santa Monica celebrates its 150th anniversary with Vamos Al Parque!, a free cultural event on October 12 featuring Indigenous and Latine heritage, with music, dance, and art at Palisades Park.