Homicide detectives responded Saturday after a man was found dead in the 32700 block of Ridge Top Lane in Castaic, the LASD said. Investigators are asking the public for tips.

LAFD says crews knocked down an auto fire inside a structure at 8513 N. Cedros Ave in Panorama City; Station 81 was listed among responders and the scene was listed as "now out."

Court papers say West Covina and ex-fire captain Curtis McCart reached an "unconditional" settlement in a suit alleging age and disability discrimination.

Ventura County detectives say they dismantled a brothel network that investigators say ran more than 30 hotel and residential locations; two suspects were arrested.

West Hollywood set aside $250,000 for a one-time restaurant grant program offering up to $12,500 per business. Applications run Feb. 5–19, but some owners say the aid may not be enough.

State officials point to multi‑million‑dollar LA County seizures as evidence that grant‑funded task forces are breaking up organized retail theft rings. The state says the effort produced 29,060 arrests and $226M recovered.

An outbreak of giardia has left dogs at the Chesterfield Square shelter confined to kennels for weeks while staff isolate and treat infected animals. Volunteers are pressing the city for clearer cleaning schedules and faster coordination.

A Corona mother says the woman convicted of killing her son could be released this Saturday after earning prison credits; the family is demanding answers and pushing lawmakers for change.

A 17-year-old was shot in the eye in North Hollywood Thursday night. Police say several teens fled in a black Honda Accord and no arrests have been made.

A Dorsey High player swung at a game official after a City Section playoff; school and district investigators are reviewing video and CIF rules could end eligibility.

Louma Bakery, a nonprofit operation, is opening at 3223 Wilshire Blvd in Santa Monica with sourdough, pastries and an inclusive hiring model.

A late-night crash in Santa Clarita left a married couple dead and their daughter critically injured. Deputies say a 17-year-old was arrested on suspicion of felony DUI.

A federal judge dismissed the case of Jonathon Redondo‑Rosales, who had been jailed for six months after a downtown protest. The order criticized prosecutors and bars re-prosecution.