UCLA is transforming the former Westside Pavilion into a $700 million research park to advance immunology and quantum science, with support from California state funds and Governor Newsom's endorsement.

LA Public Health urges those with COVID-19 symptoms to test and advises on treatment, while enforcing indoor masking in healthcare facilities due to rising hospital admissions and wastewater virus levels.

Two men are charged with running an $8.5 million fraud scheme on Airbnb and Vrbo, involving cancellation of bookings based on racial bias and double-booking properties.

A Ventura County Sheriff's Deputy was injured after being rammed by a vehicle during a burglary response. Suspects fled and authorities are seeking public help to find them.

Captain De Anne Wigginton is Yorba Linda's new Chief of Police Services starting Jan. 5, with a rich background in various law enforcement capacities.

The Rancho Cucamonga Police announce a DUI checkpoint on January 6th, targeting hotspots for impaired driving, with penalties for DUI averaging $13,500.

Police seek a suspect in a Christmas Day attempted murder in Loma Linda, after finding 46-year-old Brandon Wilson with head injuries near Veterans Apartments.

Long Beach has extended its Mobile Access Centers initiative to assist the homeless through January with weekday services including shelter referrals and health services.

Long Beach Airport begins improvements on Jan 8, 2024, with a $16.6 million project to enhance traffic flow and ADA facilities, minimizing impact by working at night.

Jieun Kim has been appointed as the Deputy Director of Korean Language Communications in Mayor Karen Bass' office, aimed at improving outreach to Los Angeles' Korean community.

LAFD battled a significant blaze at a vacant commercial building on W Adams Blvd. The fire took nearly two hours to extinguish, with no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation.

Los Angeles residents can expect a week of mostly sunny weather with mild temperatures, and some occasional gusty winds, according to the National Weather Service.

Sweet Lady Jane bakery in Los Angeles has closed after 35 years, citing financial difficulties including lease obligations and wage costs. The community mourns the loss of the high-end dessert shop.