The Santa Monica burger joint Heavy Handed is opening a new location in Studio City next spring, offering their popular smashed patties and more in a larger space.

A worker died after an accident in a trench on Newport Avenue, Tustin, when something collapsed and struck him. Authorities are investigating the fatal incident.

Firefighters discovered a woman's body after extinguishing a garage fire in Lancaster, leading to a homicide investigation by LA County Sheriff's Dept.

LA County Sheriff seeks help finding Jorge Piceno, 36, missing from Norwalk since April 30. He's 5'6", 130 lbs, with black hair and brown eyes. Call (323) 890-5500 with info.

A woman was found dead in Quartz Hill, and the LA County Sheriff's Department is investigating. The victim's identity and details on the cause of death remain undisclosed.

A California food manufacturer is enjoined from production for violating federal safety laws, after repeated FDA warnings about potential food contamination.

A Monrovia man has been indicted for producing and distributing child sexual abuse material involving a toddler and faces up to 50 years in prison if convicted.

Los Angeles County distributed 1,000 laptops to military veterans through the "Delete The Divide" initiative to bridge the digital gap, reaching its application capacity within days.

Riverside County is hosting "The Longest Night," an event to honor the homeless who have died, focusing on their urgent needs and offering resources like housing and healthcare. Over 5,000 were housed last year with an 86% retention rate.

Deputies in Chino Hills found an arsenal of illegal firearms during a probation check, leading to the arrests of Hector Torrepaniagua and Ruben Acosta.

Thousand Oaks Police arrested 45-year-old Jason Schreiber for his role in the assault of two juveniles and faces multiple charges, including assault with a deadly weapon.

Simi Valley Police arrested three at a DUI checkpoint, including one for DUI, another for device noncompliance, and a third on a warrant, while 13 others got citations for license violations.

The Santa Monica Police Department shares tips on home safety during travel in the holiday season, advising residents on precautions like locking up, using light timers, and managing the thermostat.