Rumors of a threat at Mountain Avenue Elementary School in Glendale were investigated by deputies and found to be baseless, ensuring continued student safety.

A group of thieves carried out a smash-and-grab at a Valentino store in Westfield Topanga mall, marking the second such incident at the mall in two weeks. No arrests have been made yet.

A homeless woman vandalized Sweet Valentine Bakery in Carson, causing extensive damage that community volunteers helped clean, allowing for a same-day reopening.

Two assault suspects led police on a high-speed chase through Ventura and Los Angeles counties after stealing from a Target and assaulting an officer.

The National Weather Service predicts a break from morning fog in Los Angeles, with warm and sunny conditions reaching a high of 91 degrees. Evening skies will be mostly clear, and similar weather is expected throughout the week.

Authorities in Needles arrested 18-year-old Angel Aragon for battery following a domestic disturbance call. Aragon also had a warrant for public intoxication.

The Ventura County Organized Retail Theft Task Force arrested 16 individuals during a two-day operation targeting retail theft, as part of efforts to address the $10 million annual loss from such crimes.

Frederick Wachter, a 75-year-old from Simi Valley, died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash. No impairment was suspected, and police are investigating.

Federal and local agencies arrested 42 members of the neo-Nazi SFV Peckerwoods gang in San Fernando Valley on charges including racketeering and drug trafficking.

Mohamed Abou-Arabi was convicted of first-degree murder for stabbing a man to death near Santa Monica Pier in November 2022, with key DNA and fingerprints evidence leading to his arrest.

The article details Santa Clarita Valley's efforts to prevent drug-related deaths with its 2024 Parenting for Prevention Program, offering resources like bilingual podcasts and community meetings.

The LA County Department of Public Health issued warnings for high bacteria at popular beaches, advising against water activities near storm drains and piers. Some areas have been cleared and a hotline and map are available for updates.

A 3.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Ontario, California; no significant damage or injuries have been reported.