Metallic balloons contacting power lines caused a widespread power outage in West Los Angeles, affecting over 2,200 LADWP customers in the Sawtelle and Westwood areas.

The Bay Shore Neighborhood Library in Long Beach is set to reopen on January 11, 2025, following renovations, with improved accessibility features and energy-efficient updates, promising enhanced community spaces and patron experiences.

The Laugh Factory served over 2,000 holiday meals to those in need, marking 45 years of festive philanthropy with comedians like Tim Allen helping out.

Santa Clarita offers Christmas tree recycling at designated drop-off stations or curb pickup to transform trees into soil, compost, or mulch, from Dec. 26 to Jan. 11.

The Santa Ana Unified School District plans to lay off numerous employees including educators and counselors to stabilize their finances, despite a contentious board meeting and a $180 million deficit.

Los Angeles County's Pathway Home RV Interim Housing Pilot Program offers legal parking, shelter, and support services to individuals living in RVs, aiming to help them transition to permanent housing.

Residents in West Hollywood express concerns about the potential traffic and environmental effects of a proposed automated car wash at a local Chevron station.

Mayor Karen Bass leads a cleanup event in South L.A. with volunteers, targeting Broadway and surrounding areas, in preparation for major upcoming events like the World Cup and Olympics.

UCLA Police Chief John Thomas left the department following a critique of the response to pro-Palestinian protests. Interim Chief Scott Scheffler took over.

Palmdale organizations provide warming centers and shelters with transportation for residents during cold weather, featuring beds and a 24/7 assistance number for emergency preparedness.

Santa Monica is converting city properties into affordable housing, planning to create 8,895 new units, 69% of which will be affordable. Initial projects are underway with expected completion dates around 2027-2029.

The Long Beach Public Library, with the non-profit Dramatic Results, announces the 2025 SEED Creativity Lab, STEAM-based workshops for 7th and 8th graders.

A man sues the California Lottery, claiming entitlement to the full $394 million Mega Millions jackpot, stating he purchased both winning tickets, one of which he lost.