A former LASD deputy was sentenced to 18 months after admitting he lied about witnessing a $25,000 extortion at a Bel Air mansion.

State wildlife officers seized 34 illegally taken spiny lobsters at the Santa Monica Pier — including egg-bearing females — and arrested six people, officials say. Canine teams helped locate the stash hidden in bags and a baby stroller.

A multi-car crash shut down the northbound I-5 transition near 7th Street in Boyle Heights on Tuesday; ABC7 Air7 footage showed a white sheet at the scene as CHP investigated.

CalMatters' investigation finds undercover "Perkins" jail stings are being used statewide, raising questions about Miranda, secret training slides and a wave of court challenges.

A brush fire dubbed the "Zebra" burned roughly 10 acres in Azusa Canyon Monday evening as L.A. County Fire and Angeles National Forest crews worked in unified command. Motorists were asked to avoid Highway 39.

A 1950s "super bazooka" round washed up at Point Mugu State Beach, forcing an evacuation and a controlled detonation. Officials warn erosion may reveal more buried ordnance.

A man was killed late Monday near Ocean Boulevard after a driver fled the scene. Long Beach detectives are investigating and asking witnesses to come forward.

A man in his 70s was struck in a downtown crosswalk; LAPD says a red SUV fled the scene. Detectives are canvassing cameras and the city offers a reward for tips.

A driver in a police pursuit struck a Metro bus in Willowbrook, prompting emergency crews to respond and temporarily halting service while the scene was cleared.

Buena Park police warned of an unsanctioned "teen takeover" aimed at Knott's Berry Farm and say they'll boost patrols after recent chaotic gatherings in the region. Officials are monitoring social media and coordinating with park security.

A Lancaster mother was arrested and charged after her 2‑year‑old son died of severe burn injuries; prosecutors filed murder and child‑abuse counts and set bail at $2M.

A quarter‑acre grass fire on the westbound 118 in Pacoima was contained Monday night with no injuries, the LAFD says.

Two men were arrested after a green laser struck a Burbank police helicopter on July 4. Police cited and released the suspects and will submit the case to prosecutors.