California Highway Patrol arrested a woman in a raid uncovering over $1 million in stolen cosmetics, part of an effort to combat organized retail crime.

A fire at L.A. River Studios drew 157 firefighters to extinguish the flames in 84 minutes; no injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

A large home under construction in Encino, Los Angeles caught fire, but no injuries were reported as firefighters, including a helicopter, controlled the blaze.

Cummins Inc. has agreed to pay $1.675 billion in the largest Clean Air Act civil penalty ever, for allegedly using defeat devices to bypass emissions testing.

A man in Santa Paula, Gerardo Escalante, is charged with DUI and injury after crashing into a deputy's patrol car, injuring the officer and a K9. He faces multiple allegations including prior DUIs.

Irvine Police seek information to identify three suspects involved in a theft of $16,000 worth of sunglasses from a Sunglass Hut. The incident was shared on social media with surveillance footage showing the thieves fleeing in a gray BMW.

Orange County DA Todd Spitzer has released a detailed report on the custodial death of Larry Thomas Esquivel, providing public insight into the incident and its investigation by the Orange County Sheriff's Department.

Reginald Macon Jr. was arrested for sexual assault in Rancho Mirage after a victim identified him as her assailant. The Riverside County Sheriff's Department is investigating and seeking additional information.

Palmdale graduates 35 professionals in applied positive psychology, funded by the city council using federal ARPA funds, to improve community wellbeing.

Mayor R. Rex Parris of Lancaster initiates the "Digital Shield Initiative" incorporating AI, drones, and cameras to enhance crime prevention and public safety.

The LAPD reports a drop in property crimes by 24% but a 4% increase in violent crimes in some areas, alongside a recovery of $300,000 in stolen goods.

A Sun Valley man was arrested for allegedly threatening to bomb the FBI's Los Angeles Field Office and likening himself to the "Unabomber" in emails. He faces a maximum of five years if convicted.

A serious traffic collision in Del Rey involving three people led to two being trapped in the wreckage and a significant emergency response. The LAFD and LAPD are investigating the incident.