School police and LAPD responded to reports of a shooting adjacent to Sepulveda Middle School Wednesday; one person was treated at the scene and officials have released few details.

A DNA match from a recent child‑abuse probe tied a 2025 arrest to a 1997 Koreatown rape, court filings show.

A Los Angeles judge refused to dismiss parts of a $50M lawsuit against Smokey Robinson, letting two accusers' employment and harassment claims move forward.

A bomb threat at Providence St. Jude Medical Center prompted a shelter-in-place and an explosive-dog sweep on Tuesday; no device was found and detectives are investigating.

A pedestrian was struck and killed on the eastbound 210 near Madre Street late Sunday, prompting hours-long closures while CHP investigated.

A Corvette launched off the westbound 60 Freeway and crashed into the Maserati dealership in City of Industry. Both people inside walked away with no serious injuries.

A person was wounded in a stabbing near a Metro Red Line platform in Downtown Los Angeles; police say no suspect information has been released.

A spate of overnight home break-ins put Valley Village residents on edge after a masked person was seen fleeing one scene and a Kia left another. Police are asking for video and tips.

A man was fatally stabbed near Union Station early Wednesday; LAPD says there is no suspect information and is investigating.

LAFD says roughly 90 structure fires have already occurred this April, with several tied to construction and maintenance work. Officials issued a safety checklist for homeowners and contractors.

Heckling, threats and last‑minute cancellations are pushing Jewish comics offstage from Hollywood to the Fringe. Performers and venues say safety concerns are reshaping lineups.

LAFD posted an alert April 15 for a drowning and physical rescue at 3540 N Mission Road in Lincoln Heights; initial details remain limited.

A multi‑agency pursuit from the San Fernando Valley ended near East 62nd and Avalon in South L.A.; two people were detained and police recovered a firearm.