A former John Burroughs Middle School teacher was reportedly sentenced to 10 years after accusations she abused a 13‑year‑old; prosecutors had previously cited obsessive texts and alleged drug provision.

A two‑story Craftsman burned in Pico‑Union Monday; two people were rescued and treated while crews worked to protect nearby buildings.

Greg and Yunnie Morena are opening West Side Oyster Club at 1355 Ocean Ave this mid‑June, a fast‑casual oyster bar with a raw bar, lobster rolls and a to‑go focus.

The Natural History Museum's new Orcas exhibition debuts with life-size whales, Indigenous art and 140 artifacts in Exposition Park through April 25, 2027.

Two bills advanced out of committee this week would force insurers to explain nonrenewals and give homeowners time to fix flagged risks before losing coverage.

A 13-year-old Simi Valley student died after being struck by an Amtrak train at the Sequoia and Los Angeles Avenue crossing. Police say the rider failed to stop and the investigation remains active.

A morning apartment fire in Westmont left two people burned and prompted warnings of a possible roof collapse as county crews worked an interior attack.

An early‑morning multi-vehicle crash on the northbound 101 in Encino left one person dead and triggered a SigAlert as CHP investigators worked the scene.

A Church‑linked nonprofit bought the former Mama Shelter hotel in Hollywood for $16 million, ending its receivership. The 70‑room Selma property had closed in February 2025.

Baby skunk season is here in L.A., bringing more nocturnal skunk activity and the occasional spray. Quick safety, rabies and de-skunking tips for residents.

Viola's will move into a restored 1887 Victorian at 512 South Ivy, pairing brunch and small plates with a preservation‑minded renovation and two adjacent B&Bs.

A jury awarded $14.6M to four LAPD officers who said they were retaliated against after reporting unsafe firearms training at the Edward M. Davis facility. The verdict renews scrutiny of range oversight in Granada Hills.

Yama Sushi Marketplace is opening a 7,200 sq ft Sherman Oaks location on Ventura Boulevard late this summer, expanding its grab‑and‑go sushi, sake programming and catering capacity.