The LA County Medical Examiner identified Jose Navarette, 56, as the man killed in a Compton hit-and-run. Deputies say the driver fled and no vehicle description is available.

A family incident in Santa Fe Springs left one adult dead and a juvenile injured; a juvenile suspect was arrested and police are investigating.

Homicide detectives responded after a late-night shooting on the 400 block of West Palmdale Boulevard that left one person dead. Investigators are asking witnesses to call the LASD Homicide Bureau or LA Crime Stoppers.

Testimony is winding down in the trial of a former Coachella substitute accused of online lewd acts and a separate sexual assault. Attorneys are expected to rest early next week at the Banning Justice Center.

The State Bar says Beverly Hills lawyer Paul Kiesel helped steer a “friendly” lawsuit tied to LADWP’s botched billing system and concealed material facts during settlement talks. The charges open a new disciplinary front in a long-running probe.

Five people from Oakland were arrested after a nearly two-year investigation into a violent Rodeo Drive robbery that left two victims beaten and robbed. Authorities say the arrests were made with U.S. Marshals' help.

The family of Rudy Martinez filed a claim against the City of Anaheim and APD, saying officers used excessive force when he was shot near John Marshall Elementary on Sept. 15, 2025.

City Council approved a settlement that keeps the Pavilions Motel closed and bars the owners from owning another motel in Santa Monica for 10 years.

LAFD reported crews knocked down a structure fire Friday at 826 E. 112th Street in Green Meadows. Officials posted the update on the department's X account while cause and injury details remained limited.

LAPD released an appeal after a hit-and-run on Devonshire Street in Panorama City left a man dead. Investigators say tips and video could qualify for a reward.

A stolen-minivan chase in Hollywood ended when the suspect ran into an LAPD patrol car and was hospitalized. LAPD and LAFD responded and the case is under investigation.

Abundant Blessings CEO Alexander Soofer pleaded not guilty in federal court as prosecutors allege he diverted millions in homeless‑services funds for luxury spending.

A 28-year-old was arrested after an alleged two-month spree of armed robberies targeting mail carriers across the San Fernando Valley.