Pizza City Fest brings 40 SoCal pizzerias to the L.A. LIVE deck April 25–26 with panels, demos and a cross-section of regional pies.

A police pursuit moved through central Los Angeles Thursday night as a news helicopter tracked the suspect vehicle from the air. Officials say the situation is developing.

A clause buried in Mayor Bass' budget would let platforms like Airbnb prepay lodging taxes and temporarily open second‑home rentals through 2028, promising quick revenue while igniting housing fears.

Court filings show Aspiration co‑founder Joe Sanberg cooperated with the NBA's review of a $28M endorsement tied to the Clippers ahead of his sentencing next week.

A suspect was taken into custody after a shooting in downtown Los Angeles left one person hospitalized. Police say the investigation is ongoing.

LeBron's 28-point night pushed the Lakers to a 101-94 Game 2 win over the Rockets, giving Los Angeles a 2-0 series lead as Kevin Durant's comeback sputtered.

City Council approved roughly $9 million to speed sidewalk repairs near Olympic venues, directing funds to engineering support, community crews and a youth repair program. The move aims to accelerate work ahead of the World Cup and the 2028 Games.

A man in his 70s was beaten and set on fire during a robbery near Sixth and Hope in downtown Los Angeles; police have a suspect in custody.

Federal prosecutors say a 44-year-old Woodland Hills woman was arrested at LAX after being accused of brokering Iranian-made drones, bombs and ammunition to Sudan. She is due in federal court Monday.

A third-floor contents fire at 519 E. 7th St. in Downtown LA was knocked down Saturday after sprinklers activated. Crews remain on scene for smoke and water removal.

A predawn chase across SoCal freeways ended in Cerritos after a driver climbed out of a moving Mercedes, jumped off and was arrested.

The L.A. Times Festival of Books returns to USC April 18–19 with 550+ authors and free admission. Expect panels, signings, food demos and big crowds across campus.

Star Wars Celebration returns to Los Angeles April 1–4, 2027. Tickets go on sale May 6 with prices from $76 single-day to a $1,210.99 VIP package.