A man suspected of vandalism is barricaded inside a Northridge home, possibly armed with a knife, leading to an LAPD response and neighborhood advisories.

A Romanian national was sentenced to 75 months for leading a fraud scheme using ATM skimming devices, particularly targeting public assistance recipients.

A man was assaulted and robbed at gunpoint in Long Beach; the shot fired missed him and no arrests have been made.

California's new minimum wage law impacts fast food workers, increasing pay to $20/hour. Franchise owners fear potential layoffs and price increases while workers and some analysts see benefits.

LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn is calling for safety improvements at a deadly Norwalk intersection where the I-105 freeway ends, following numerous crashes and fatalities.

A Ventura County farmer pleaded guilty to grand theft of water, having stolen $29,301 worth by bypassing pay pumps. He faces jail, restitution, and probation.

A collision in Los Angeles led to a DUI arrest and a physical fight between LAPD officers and the suspect, who tried to bite them during the hospital escort. The incident is under investigation by the LAPD's Force Investigation Division.

Los Angeles County has issued a health advisory for elevated bacterial levels at several beaches, warning swimmers and surfers to avoid certain areas. Malibu Pier has been cleared, but other popular spots remain flagged.

LAFD extinguished a house fire in Hyde Park within 14 minutes, preventing injuries; the cause is under investigation.

Two California men received over a year in prison for participating in a $9 million hospice fraud scheme and were ordered to pay millions in restitution.

One man died after a morning traffic collision in Pomona; the area faces disruptions. The—driver involved was sober and cooperative, and police are investigating the incident.

The U.S. celebrates Arab American Heritage Month in April, honoring Arab Americans’ history and contributions with events like a film screening and cultural workshops at the Santa Monica Public Library.

The historic National Trail Highway Bridge 77 has reopened after emergency repairs were completed in just three weeks following its closure due to safety concerns.