Governor Newsom of California issued an executive order to address the health risks of ultra-processed foods and synthetic food dyes, aiming to improve public health and nutrition.

A Beverly Hills doctor has been charged with sexual assault, including rape by use of drugs, by the Los Angeles County DA. The police seek additional victims as the investigation continues.

A person was found dead on the 5 Freeway in Los Angeles, triggering an investigation into a possible hit-and-run. Traffic was disrupted early morning; lanes reopened by 5 a.m.

Long Beach experienced two separate shootings on New Year's Day, with no injuries reported, and the Long Beach Police Department is investigating both incidents.

A New Year's Day collision involving three vehicles in Oxnard has injured several people, one critically; a suspected DUI by a 52-year-old man is believed to have caused the crash.

A man was arrested for theft at a Target in Rancho Cucamonga following the enactment of Proposition 36, which strengthens charges for repeat offenders.

LAFD contained an eight-acre brush fire in Pacific Palisades on New Year's with no evacuations or damage reported, despite initial explosive conditions.

A fire broke out at a home in University Park, Los Angeles, which was contained by LAFD in 41 minutes with no injuries and no damage to adjacent buildings.

A man is charged with the murder of three family members in Baldwin Park, including a child and a teenager, with the LA County DA's office vowing justice.

Bakersfield man arrested after stealing a truck and leading police on a cross-county chase in Southern California.

California prepares to introduce new laws in 2025 aimed at enhancing family support, including increased Paid Family Leave and State Disability Insurance, and reforms in public health services and youth protection.

The Justice Department sued fintech Dave Inc. and CEO Jason Wilk, alleging deceptive practices regarding cash advances, unclear fees, and issues with customer tipping and subscription cancellations.

A man was fatally shot in Rowland Heights, and the LA County Sheriff's Department is investigating. There's no info on the suspect or motive, and the victim's identity is unreleased.