A 61-year-old hiker and his three dogs were rescued by the LAFD after becoming trapped and dehydrated on Mt. Lukens. An LAFD helicopter airlifted the hiker to safety and he was hospitalized.

A fire destroyed two Glendale businesses and caused a heat-related injury to a firefighter before being controlled by emergency services; no civilian casualties were reported. The cause is under investigation.

LAFD and neighboring departments quickly contained a four-acre brush fire in Woolsey Canyon named the "Dora Incident," ensuring no spread or rekindling. Fire Station 106 and helicopters assisted in the effort.

Los Angeles is forecasted to enjoy pleasant, sunny weather with temperatures in the low 80s, leading into July with clear skies and light winds, ideal for Independence Day celebrations.

A beach brawl in Santa Monica led to two hospitalizations and five arrests; one victim was stabbed, another suffered a broken ankle. The incident, which involved about 20 people, remains under investigation by local police.

A Long Beach man has been sentenced to over 28 years for leading a series of armed robberies in Antelope Valley and must also pay $503,428 in restitution.

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued warnings for increased bacterial levels at several beaches, advising against water activities at specific locations, but cleared Dockweiler State Beach.

Photographer William Isaac Thomas Jr. is charged with sexual assault of three teen models in Los Angeles, exploiting his industry position from 2017 to 2023. He faces life in prison if convicted.

California lawmakers have passed reforms to the PAGA labor law, adjusting penalties for businesses and increasing workers' share of fines, while facilitating violation corrections for smaller companies.

Mayor Rex Richardson of Long Beach unveiled economic developments in tech and clean energy, with aerospace growth, Ford's new facility, and investment in STEM education, aiming to boost the local economy and prepare for the 2028 Olympic Games.

Jawann Garnett faces charges including attempted murder and assault in Santa Monica after attacking three women, with the potential of a life sentence if convicted.

Deputies responded to a family disturbance in Moreno Valley, leading to the death of Joseph Gloria. After a taser was used on Gloria, he became unresponsive and died despite medical aid. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of death.

Long Beach authorities are searching for a suspect linked to multiple armed robberies targeting street vendors, with the latest incident resulting in a $3,500 theft.