Kristen Lawson, 27, was identified as the pedestrian killed early Friday on Venice Boulevard in Pico-Union; a second person was critically injured and LAPD is investigating.

Tempe-born Cartel Roasting Co. opened its first Los Angeles storefront at 8018 W. 3rd St., serving seasonal espresso drinks and handing out free coffee to early patrons.

A B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base Monday; emergency crews responded and the base says the situation is ongoing.

Morning fog clears to highs near 80816F, but 36 ft surf and high tides raise coastal flooding and sneaker-wave risks through midweek.

Josephine opened in May in a 1950s Silver Lake bungalow, pairing a seasonal prix‑fixe with a walk‑in bar menu. The project is led by childhood friends Marco Gagliardi and Anthony Dragotto.

A late‑night U.S. military drill at the shuttered Golden Sails Hotel jolted East Long Beach on June 4 and prompted a June 11 protest letter from city leaders demanding better notice and safeguards.

A U.S. government Gulfstream crew reported a possible skydiver crossing above their plane near LAX at about 4,000 feet, prompting a sheriff’s air search and an FAA probe.

Huntington Beach will light up the pier on July 4 for America’s 250th. Limited pier tickets are on sale while beach viewing remains free.

Beekeeper's Naturals is recalling lot 5950 of its saline nasal spray sold on Amazon after tests found yeast and possible Aspergillus contamination. About 585 bottles are affected and refunds are being offered.

MLK Community Healthcare’s intensive diabetes program cut amputations among high‑risk patients to zero in four years, showing how wraparound care can close local health gaps.

LAFD reported a roughly 50-by-50 rubbish fire in Chinatown on Saturday near 1000 W Bartlett St; the department's initial alert included a map and responder details.

L.A. County Fire knocked down a second‑alarm blaze at a one‑story commercial building on Strozier Avenue early Sunday; officials have not yet released a cause.

A grenade‑like object found in a Compton garage prompted evacuations and a bomb‑squad response; no injuries were reported as investigators secured the scene.