Firefighter Kevin Skinner died of cardiac arrest while responding to a fire in Laguna Niguel, after serving over 25 years with the Orange County Fire Authority.

Metallic balloons contacting power lines caused a widespread power outage in West Los Angeles, affecting over 2,200 LADWP customers in the Sawtelle and Westwood areas.

Los Angeles is under a Fire Weather Watch and a High Wind Watch due to expected strong winds and low humidity, heightening wildfire risks from January 7-9.

A man was arrested in Culver City for attacking a father and daughter with a knife on a bicycle path; both victims were unharmed. Police recovered the weapon and charged the suspect with assault.

Los Angeles will experience a warming trend with clear skies following a foggy start, with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to mid-70s over the week.

The Bay Shore Neighborhood Library in Long Beach is set to reopen on January 11, 2025, following renovations, with improved accessibility features and energy-efficient updates, promising enhanced community spaces and patron experiences.

Los Angeles County warns of high bacteria levels at local beaches, advising against water activities in specific areas while some have been cleared as safe.

A Twentynine Palms woman was arrested for having stolen mail, with deputies responding to a theft call on Sunnyslope Drive. The incident showcases the first use of California's Proposition 36.

A woman was found deceased in her Upland apartment on New Year's Eve, prompting a police homicide investigation.

Sheriff's detectives are investigating a homicide in Paramount, where a man was fatally shot near the 710 Freeway. The victim, found early Wednesday, has not been identified, and authorities seek information from the public.

A cyclist died after being hit by an SUV in Rancho Mirage on New Year's Day; the driver cooperated with the investigation, with no signs of impairment.

LA Metro has installed protective barriers on all its buses, leading to a 58% drop in assaults against drivers. The barriers are part of broader safety measures including cameras and emergency tools.

Los Angeles residents are warned not to feed their pets Monarch Raw Pet Food due to bird flu virus detection. People who bought the product should monitor their pets for symptoms of illness.