Consuelo Carrasco-Ramirez, 53, is arrested for allegedly running a Ponzi scheme, defrauding $195,000 from the Hispanic community by falsely offering avocado business investments.

San Jose police arrested Julian Taylor for the alleged homicide of his infant in 2024; he was detained in 2025 after an investigation into the child's death by traumatic injuries.

A stabbing in East Broadway, Long Beach, was classified as domestic violence by LBPD, with a male victim hospitalized and a female suspect in custody.

A man was arrested for assaulting three people at a RÜFÜS DU SOL concert after an incident involving a spilled drink. The altercation and arrest have raised security concerns at the Rose Bowl venue.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed the "Election Rigging Response Act" to combat perceived attacks on democracy by President Trump, with a special election planned for November to adopt new measures against such tactics.

Los Angeles faces a heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 98 degrees. The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning, emphasizing risks of heat illness and urging residents to stay cool and hydrated.

The LAPD is searching for two brothers, aged 2 and 10, who went missing in the Westlake District. They are believed to be foster children who may be trying to reach their biological mother.

Ocean water warnings have been issued for several Los Angeles County beaches due to high bacterial levels, but one advisory at Topanga County Beach has been lifted.

A $20,000 reward is offered for information on the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Chyler Paton at a Torrance pool party, with authorities seeking leads.

Valley Plaza in North Hollywood, facing issues like squatting and fires, is being considered for demolition as it's deemed a public nuisance by local officials.

Gov. Newsom defended California's sanctuary policies, disputing U.S. AG Pam Bondi's threat of prosecuting state officials and stressing legal and public safety considerations in cooperation with ICE.

Mayor Karen Bass celebrated 818 Day in the San Fernando Valley, focusing on local growth, community improvements, and upcoming projects like Rams Village, while participating in local events and highlighting the area's significance to Los Angeles.

Jasveen Sangha, known as the "Ketamine Queen," agreed to plead guilty to federal drug charges including selling ketamine that led to actor Matthew Perry's overdose death. She faces a potential 20-year sentence.