Antoine Nehme received life without parole for ordering the 2004 murder of Dennis Wood to avoid repaying debt, while hitman Alex Bracamonte got 15 years to life.

Firefighters extinguished a duplex fire in East Hollywood, rescued dogs, and a suspect was detained for potential arson; an investigation is underway.

Camarillo man Gary Larson, 67, was arrested on child sexual abuse charges including arranging to meet a minor for a sexual offense and possessing CSAM.

Atlas Iron & Metal Co. has been permanently shut down after a plea to hazardous waste violations, with the Weisenbergs facing fines, probation, and community service.

A woman was hospitalized after a suspected road rage shooting in South Los Angeles. The incident occurred around 9 a.m. near Florence Avenue and the suspect fled the scene.

A man was arrested in Ventura County for brandishing a replica firearm at a taco vendor after a dispute over his order. He faces charges and was released on bond.

An 18-year-old named Travis Sehler was arrested after a high-speed chase on California freeways where he had been racing and evaded police, leading to several charges including felony evading.

The owner of Sole and Laces in Santa Monica shot and killed an alleged robber after being assaulted with a chemical irritant. Karen Melikyan has been arrested, and the police believe it was an isolated, targeted incident.

Zambalist Pritchard, 45, was arrested for theft with priors at a Target in Rancho Cucamonga, enforcing Proposition 36, aimed at combating rising retail theft.

Inocencio Mendez Lozano was arrested under new CA laws for stealing car polishers with prior convictions; a shift in legal policy to address recidivism.

The U.S. Attorney's Office launched "Operation Guardian Angel" to counteract California's sanctuary policies by targeting criminal illegal aliens in the state, with 13 arrests made since May 10.

A pedestrian died after being hit by two cars on PCH in Long Beach. The incidents, involving a Toyota Scion and a Mazda 3, are under investigation; no suspicion of speeding or impaired driving.

Two Colombian nationals have been indicted by U.S. authorities for alleged involvement in a cocaine-manufacturing and narco-terrorism ring connected to the FARC-EP, a designated foreign terrorist organization.