LAFD crews pulled a hiker to safety in Griffith Park near Vermont Canyon Road on June 13. The department posted a map and incident details on X.

Burbank folded roughly $170K into its FY 2026‑27 budget to keep 57 Flock ALPR cameras active; police praise the tool while residents demand independent audits.

Judge Michael E. Whitaker set the trial for Feb. 14, 2028 and scheduled a September hearing as Robson and Safechuck press civil claims against Michael Jackson's companies.

At its June 8 meeting, Culver City filled dozens of advisory seats and approved budgets and a bond plan that could raise up to $48 million. The new appointees will advise on housing, mobility, arts and more.

LAFD crews responded Saturday to a structure fire at 17446 W Kingsbury St in Granada Hills. Flames were reported in a converted detached garage; no injuries listed in the initial alert.

Ocean View School District is exploring developer-built workforce housing at two closed Huntington Beach elementary sites, offering staff-first units and preserved playing fields.

DEA agents found boxes of illegal fireworks during a late‑night drug search in La Puente; authorities say there's no threat to neighbors.

The City Planning Commission approved the 814‑unit Riverwalk at 12555 Ventura Blvd, granting density bonuses and denying two appeals that challenged the plan.

Patchy fog Saturday morning clears to sun and highs near 82°F. South‑facing beaches face elevated surf and high tides through Monday.

Aria's Table, from local restaurateur Erika De La Teja, aims to open this summer at 11045 Downey Ave, replacing Bastards Canteen. The all-day menu will span Mexican‑American breakfasts and Mediterranean‑inspired dinners.

A small blaze flared Friday beside the X2 roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain; video and photos show flames on a palm tree and a brief ride shutdown.

Port commissioners certified the Final EIR for an 18‑acre Gibson Boulevard truck lot; supporters say it will cut street queuing while residents and AQMD push for stronger pollution controls.

Neon, ooze and New York‑style slices: the official TMNT Pizzeria has opened on Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade during a soft opening.