Newport Beach broke ground March 24 on a combined Balboa Branch Library and Fire Station No. 1 rebuild — a roughly $14.6M, 18‑month project aimed to reopen in September 2027.

A for‑sale sign at Farm Cup's West Hollywood shop sparked alarm, but owners say the listing is for the building — the café will stay open while the property is marketed.

READ Books in Eagle Rock says a landlord more than doubled its rent — roughly $2,805 a month — and the owners are scrambling to find a new space while organizing neighbors. They’ve also pressed for legal help and reached out to state lawmakers.

Badmaash opens this Friday on Abbot Kinney, bringing chicken tikka poutine, steak frites and a Preen-designed interior to Venice. The family-run gastropub expands from DTLA and Fairfax.

Inglewood police say they've identified a suspect in the theft of a SoFi Stadium cart that carried two trained hawks; one bird was recovered and one remains missing.

Five people were arrested after police say vandals caused more than $100,000 in damage at an L.A. Fitness in Santa Fe Springs. Authorities recovered spray paint, masks and other gear.

Philippe the Original will clear the sawdust that’s long covered its floors after discussions with its insurer; the restaurant says it’s balancing safety and legacy.

A judge found enough evidence to send Fernando Ramirez to trial after the July crash outside the Vermont Hollywood that injured more than 30 people. Victims testified at a two‑day hearing about lasting injuries.

Coachella Mayor Steven Hernandez pleaded guilty to a conflict‑of‑interest felony and was sentenced to two years’ probation, 200 hours of community service and is barred from public office.

Supervisors ordered a 90‑day, countywide plan to harden infrastructure and speed enforcement after years of copper theft that have left streets dark and cost millions.

Cole's French Dip will shutter March 29 after months of postponed goodbyes and active sale talks as owners seek a buyer who will preserve the landmark.

Crews have started emergency stabilization above PCH at Posetano Road after last year’s Palisades Fire weakened the slope. The work aims to shore up a damaged bulkhead and protect nearby homes.

LAFD crews responded to a second‑floor fire at 4325 S Main St in Historic South‑Central Tuesday; smoke was showing from the second floor and multiple companies were on scene.