Neighbors say 73-year-old gardener Alberto Cabral was detained by ICE while working in West Hollywood and chose to self-deport, citing health concerns. A GoFundMe and local organizers are raising money for his family.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass partners with Project Street Vet to provide veterinary care to homeless individuals' pets as part of the Inside Safe initiative.

Pasadena announces closures of non-essential services on Martin Luther King Jr. Day but maintains essential services like police and fire departments.

Federal agents' raid in LA's Fashion District sparked fear among local vendors and shoppers, with potential citizenship checks reported. Mayor Bass described the raid as alarming and escalating federal intimidation tactics in Los Angeles.

Mayor Karen Bass mourns the death of civic leader Joy Atkinson, highlighting her impact on LA, her activism, political mentorship, and service as a commissioner.

Long Beach adjusts service schedules for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with park and emergency services operational but some city facilities like libraries and City Hall closed. Parking meter enforcement will be suspended for the holiday.

Santa Monica is enhancing its downtown with beautification and safety projects, including new landscaping, sidewalks, and a police substation, as part of a $60 million Realignment Plan.

Los Angeles County allocates $4.16 million for four new teen centers to support youth in northern LA, enhancing parks with spaces for socializing and well-being.

Long Beach partners with SUAY for a textile recycling event on Jan. 31, allowing residents to drop off old textiles and reduce landfill waste. Mayor Richardson underscores the program's role in sustainability.

Santa Monica introduces a self-certification building permit program to expedite permitting for businesses, limiting approval to five days for eligible commercial improvements.

The Child Support Services Torrance office will close on January 16, with services moving to the South LA office on January 20. Payment kiosks are also closing, but alternative payment methods are provided.

A deputy received a Starbucks cup with a pig drawing, sparking an investigation and apology from the company, who stated the image was a meme and not intended as a slight on law enforcement.

LA protests against ICE ended with tensions, an arrest for battery on an officer, and a dispersal order. The daytime march addressed immigration issues and global concerns, while evening grew heated outside the Federal Building.