Eddie Gonzalez, an ex-school safety officer, got 3 years' prison for killing Mona Rodriguez near her high school in 2021 after a plea deal on manslaughter charges.

A Bel Air man was arrested for allegedly circumventing U.S. sanctions on Iran by funneling $2.4 million in gift cards to the country, facing charges including bank fraud and money laundering.

The LAFD responded to a house fire in Boyle Heights, extinguishing the blaze within 17 minutes and preventing further injuries or damage. Two individuals declined medical treatment, and the cause is under investigation.

The LAFD extinguished a fire at 332 N Fairfax Avenue, initially tackling it offensively but then shifting to a defensive approach. No injuries were reported, and the involved businesses were vacant.

Two men died in a car crash in Porter Ranch; a young driver was injured but survived. The collision occurred without signs of drugs or alcohol involvement.

The LAFD extinguished a fire at a Canoga Park apartment swiftly, with no injuries reported. Firefighters contained the blaze to the unit of origin within 12 minutes. The cause remains under investigation.

A Compton man was charged with misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter without gross negligence for the death of Manhattan Beach Police Officer Chad Swanson in a 2023 traffic collision.

A brush fire in Elysian Park, LA, was quickly contained by LAFD with no injuries or damage reported. Firefighters remain on-site for mop-up operations.

LAPD Officer Garo Garabedian faces felony charges for an alleged assault during an arrest, with potential prison time up to six years and eight months if convicted.

The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against LA Fitness for alleged disability discrimination at its gyms nationwide, claiming violations of the ADA.

Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler had his $100,000 watch stolen at Santa Anita Park, prompting concerns about public safety in crowds. An arrest was made, and Buehler remains focused on the playoffs.

A 62-year-old woman, Denise Barkus, was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Los Angeles. The LAPD is investigating and a $50,000 reward is offered for information.

One person died and six were hospitalized due to exposure to an unidentified white powder at Men's Central Jail in Los Angeles, prompting a hazmat response.