UCLA is transforming the former Westside Pavilion into a $700 million research park to advance immunology and quantum science, with support from California state funds and Governor Newsom's endorsement.

LA Public Health urges those with COVID-19 symptoms to test and advises on treatment, while enforcing indoor masking in healthcare facilities due to rising hospital admissions and wastewater virus levels.

Two men are charged with running an $8.5 million fraud scheme on Airbnb and Vrbo, involving cancellation of bookings based on racial bias and double-booking properties.

CDPH warns against Shemshad's Mulberry products due to potential botulism contamination, lacking safety oversight.

Dwight Panton was arrested by LAPD for the fatal shooting of Adrian Gibbs at a Metro station in Hyde Park and faces multiple charges, including murder and attempted murder.

The LAPD is seeking a hit-and-run driver who killed a woman near LAX. The suspect drove a dark SUV and fled after hitting the pedestrian. A $50,000 reward is offered for information leading to the driver's arrest.

Isabella Ortega was arrested following a fatal hit-and-run that killed Khailyn Garcia Sanchez in Pomona on New Year's Day; police seek more information.

A Ventura County Sheriff's Deputy was injured after being rammed by a vehicle during a burglary response. Suspects fled and authorities are seeking public help to find them.

Irvine partners with Switch is On and Southern California Edison to offer a free workshop on home electrification, including information on benefits, rebates, and expert advice.

Firefighters extinguished a Seal Beach house fire on Violet Street, saving one adult who was hospitalized, while another was found deceased. The cause is under investigation.

Captain De Anne Wigginton is Yorba Linda's new Chief of Police Services starting Jan. 5, with a rich background in various law enforcement capacities.

Two alleged thieves were arrested in the High Desert for yard thefts. Deputies found stolen mail and a firearm in their vehicle, leading to felony charges.

The Rancho Cucamonga Police announce a DUI checkpoint on January 6th, targeting hotspots for impaired driving, with penalties for DUI averaging $13,500.