The LAFD conducted a recovery operation in Harbor City, finding an individual deceased in Machado Lake. No further details on the victim are available. The case is under investigation by the LAPD Harbor Division.

LAFD quickly extinguished a fire in a Sun Valley residence, with 34 firefighters responding and no reported injuries. The cause is under investigation.

Deputies in Perris responded to an assault on New Year's Eve, finding 36-year-old Leo Campos dead from a gunshot. Suspect David Smit was arrested and charged with murder. Authorities seek information and are preserving the integrity of the case.

Malibu is hosting an online organic waste recycling workshop on January 17, offering attendees a free kitchen scraps caddy to encourage composting, funded by a state grant program.

Authorities search for a stolen "tiny home" worth $250,000, last seen in Kramer Junction. The public is urged to contact detective Mahoney with any information.

The City's Junior Citizens Academy concluded a six-week program in December, educating selected middle school students about local government workings and instilling civic engagement.

A motorcycle rider was killed in a collision with a car in Huntington Beach; impairment is not suspected for the car driver. The investigation is ongoing.

LAPD seeks additional victims of vandalism by suspect Edelidio Wallace, focusing on possible hate crime links due to targeted Jewish-owned properties.

Firefighters extinguished an oven fire in a Hollywood apartment building quickly, preventing further damage and reporting no injuries. The LAFD's rapid response involved 24 personnel.

Santa Monica launched a pilot program with behavioral health teams accompanying first responders to address mental health crises, especially among the homeless.

Petty Officer Wenheng Zhao was sentenced to 27 months for leaking U.S. military information to China in exchange for bribes, Justice Department reports.

Craig Vitro was arrested in Havasu Lake for felony vandalism and became uncooperative when deputies arrived, leading to his tasering and arrest. His bail is set at $30,000.

An unattended bag with "suspicious items" led to Terminal 3's evacuation at LAX, causing significant delays and traffic issues before the all-clear was given.