A vehicle accident in Lake Elsinore on New Year's Day resulted in the death of the driver. Officials, including Cal Fire, responded but could not save the trapped individual. The incident is under investigation.

Los Angeles experiences heavy rain with a forecast of subsiding showers, possible urban flooding, and clear skies later. A Flood Advisory is in effect until 8:15 AM PST, with dry conditions and cooler temperatures expected tonight.

The Aon Center in Los Angeles has been acquired by Carolwood Equities for $153.5 million, according to Newmark Group, Inc. The building was 64% leased at the time of sale.

The Justice Department settled with XCast Labs Inc. over allegations of enabling illegal robocalls, mandating compliance to avoid a suspended $10 million fine.

Anaheim's City Council instructs residents on correct Christmas tree disposal, allowing for curbside collection through January 12 and mandating trees over six feet be halved.

An Amtrak train in Camarillo hit a vehicle at a rail crossing, leaving one person critically injured; the train did not derail and no passengers were hurt.

A Santa Paula man, Refugio Cortez, was arrested after police seized an arsenal of unregistered firearms and ammunition from his home, including an AK-47.

Ventura County DA warns against a new QR code scam where fraudsters overlay fake QR stickers on legitimate ones to trick consumers into visiting malicious sites and steal their money.

Santa Monica is increasing efforts to tackle homelessness with new initiatives, outreach teams, and affordable housing developments, as outlined by City Manager David White.

Juveniles lead a high-speed pursuit in Needles, CA, linked to multiple car thefts, specifically targeting Kia and Hyundai models. After evasion, they were caught and evidence was found, including a stolen gun.

New Year's Day gunfire in Long Beach led to an investigation after police found casings but no injuries in the 1500 block of Summit. The motive remains unknown.

Huntington Beach officials celebrated Marine veteran Gabriel Collins’ transition to civilian life, honoring him with a banner from the city's Hometown Hero program for his military service.

A fire in an Arcadia house resulted in three fatalities, with two survivors hospitalized. The cause remains under investigation, with arson not ruled out.