Los Angeles faces flood risks due to heavy rains and thunderstorms, with a National Weather Service flood watch in effect through Sunday for multiple counties including Los Angeles. Residents are urged to stay alert.

The Edison High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team was recognized at the Mayor's Spotlight Awards for their successful season and advancement to the CIF Quarterfinals.

The city of Lancaster, CA has implemented ShotSpotter, a gunshot detection system, which in two weeks has led to arrests and the seizure of critical evidence in crime fighting.

Rescue teams search persistently for a hiker missing for nearly three weeks in the San Gabriel Mountains, with various agencies joining forces and using advanced technology to cover a broad area.

A collision in Los Angeles led to a DUI arrest and a physical fight between LAPD officers and the suspect, who tried to bite them during the hospital escort. The incident is under investigation by the LAPD's Force Investigation Division.

Los Angeles County has issued a health advisory for elevated bacterial levels at several beaches, warning swimmers and surfers to avoid certain areas. Malibu Pier has been cleared, but other popular spots remain flagged.

Los Angeles faces severe weather with flash flood advisories and threats of landslides due to heavy rains over the weekend, with areas like Long Beach and downtown affected.

LAFD extinguished a house fire in Hyde Park within 14 minutes, preventing injuries; the cause is under investigation.

Two California men received over a year in prison for participating in a $9 million hospice fraud scheme and were ordered to pay millions in restitution.

One man died after a morning traffic collision in Pomona; the area faces disruptions. The—driver involved was sober and cooperative, and police are investigating the incident.

A jury convicted Simi Valley man Jason Arnold for stalking, extortion, and distributing private photos of his ex-girlfriend, with sentencing on April 25.

The U.S. celebrates Arab American Heritage Month in April, honoring Arab Americans’ history and contributions with events like a film screening and cultural workshops at the Santa Monica Public Library.

The Irvine Police Department arrested a man and seized fentanyl pills, methamphetamine, and paraphernalia after a vehicle search in a Walmart parking lot. The investigation is ongoing.