Santa Monica police are investigating reports of shots fired on the Santa Monica Pier late March 15. Officials and local TV posted video of a heavy law-enforcement response.

Irvine police say a mail carrier flagged two people Saturday at the Park at Irvine Spectrum; officers recovered multiple packages and later found the suspects’ vehicle at a nearby marketplace. The department posted photos of recovered items.

WADA is weighing a rule that could try to exclude U.S. officials — including President Trump — from Los Angeles 2028 amid a dispute over millions in unpaid dues.

Homicide detectives responded to a death on the 400 block of East Lancaster Boulevard in Lancaster. Officials have released few details and are asking for tips.

Subpoenas in a whistleblower suit produced almost no texts between Hydee Feldstein Soto and a deputy, prompting claims that messages were deleted or withheld.

Federal marshals arrested alleged Tren de Aragua leader 'El Turko' in Los Angeles; Chile seeks his extradition on kidnapping and extortion charges.

Two LAPD officers were arrested after prosecutors say they filed fraudulent COVID-era unemployment claims. Both were booked, released and placed on administrative leave while the investigation continues.

A Santa Clarita deputy detained a passenger who allegedly tried to carjack a rideshare driver in Valencia; the suspect was booked and held on $100,000 bail.

A Long Beach antiques dealer says a U-Haul full of 1920s–30s paintings, pottery and furniture was stolen; dozens of one-of-a-kind pieces remain missing and a reward is offered.

A person was taken to hospital after a stabbing at Westfield Topanga Mall in Canoga Park on March 13. Authorities are investigating and asking for tips.

A Huntington Beach man was sentenced to 30 years to life after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting two 6‑year‑old relatives; court records say the attacks began in 2011.

Heat Advisory through 8 p.m. tonight; downtown near 93°F and hotter inland. Check cooling centers and avoid midday exertion.

Julian Hernandez, 25, a Costa Mesa Eagle Scout, died after a Feb. 1 rattlesnake bite at Irvine’s Quail Hill Trailhead; his family has launched a GoFundMe and requested a third‑party autopsy.