Pasadena police and a K-9 unit thwarted a Christmas Day burglary at the 99 Cent Only Store, with the police dog sustaining a minor injury during the suspect's arrest.

Chimalma Reyes was arrested in Needles for DUI and child endangerment, with her bail set at $120,000 after violating a court order and a past assault charge.

Residents can dispose of Christmas trees at city drop-off points, with Republic Services offering specific dates or opt for curbside pick-up. Trees must be decoration-free for recycling.

Huntington Beach honors its youth football team, the Chargers, for their undefeated season despite a Super Bowl loss, highlighting their commitment and teamwork.

A man was hospitalized after being shot in Long Beach on December 26. LBPD is investigating the incident with an unknown motive and no suspect identified.

A barricaded female suspect surrendered to LA County authorities after a standoff, with no further incidents reported. Details on motives are undisclosed.

Long Beach Police apprehended a shoplifting suspect who was also carrying a firearm. They commended the South Division for their vigilance, potentially preventing further crime.

Jose Luis Gomez Hinojosa, 74, has been found safe after going missing in Valinda. Authorities and family had been concerned for the at-risk senior before he was located.

A fire in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, left one dead and two critically injured. It occurred early Thursday at a home on St Louis St. LAFD extinguished the blaze in 25 minutes. An investigation into the cause is underway.

Los Angeles has an Air Quality Alert with a mandatory wood-burning ban to reduce fine particle pollution, affecting various communities including Santa Clarita and Malibu.

The LAPD arrested two men for separate armed robberies during December, with one suspect linked to additional crimes and another apprehended with the aid of air support.

Jason Quinn was convicted of dealing fentanyl and methamphetamine by a Ventura County jury, facing harsher penalties for committing these crimes while on probation.

Firefighters contained a blaze in a Rancho Santa Margarita apartment complex, sparing the rest of the building and assisting one patient. The cause remains under investigation.