Thirteen states are suing the Trump administration for allowing Musk's DOGE access to personal data through federal payment systems, questioning its legality and potential impacts on privacy.

Matthew Martinez, a behavioral therapist, was arrested for alleged sexual misconduct with a minor in Southern California.

Governor Gavin Newsom engages in bipartisan talks in Washington D.C. to secure disaster relief for LA firestorm survivors, meeting with congressional leaders.

Liberated Brands, operator of Quiksilver, Billabong, and Volcom stores, files for bankruptcy, leading to over 100 U.S. store closures and 1,400 layoffs amidst economic challenges and fast fashion competition.

Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, pleaded guilty to bank and tax fraud, facing a proposed sentence of nearly five years and restitution after stealing millions to cover gambling debts.

Santa Monica High School teacher Ingo Gaida was arrested for allegedly engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a student. He faces charges and is on administrative leave.

Hollywood producer David Pearce was convicted of first-degree murder in the 2021 deaths of Christy Giles and Hilda Marcela Cabrales-Arzola and the sexual assault of seven other women.

Orange County DA Todd Spitzer requested the suspension of Chile from the ESTA Visa Waiver Program due to concerns over crime associated with the program.

A fire in Aguanga resulted in a fatality, sparking a homicide investigation led by the Riverside Sheriff's Department.

Alejandro Martinez was arrested on suspicion of attempting to start two fires near Box Canyon after citizens detained him until law enforcement arrived.

Los Angeles residents must get passes from a new location in Westwood to access the Palisades area, with restrictions enforced by checkpoints and limited PCH lanes.

A semi-truck overturned on the 5 Freeway in East LA, spilling eggs and causing major delays. Cleanup efforts were expected to last until about 9:45 a.m. with significant traffic impacts.

Anthony Farrer, ex-owner of 'The Timepiece Gentleman', was sentenced to nearly 6 years in prison for wire and mail fraud, scamming over 40 victims of $5.6 million.