A heavy blaze tore through a vacant three‑story Koreatown building Wednesday evening; LAFD says crews made an interior attack and ventilated the roof.

Los Angeles City Council referred a certified petition to the City Administrative Officer for an economic study of a measure to repeal the city’s business gross receipts tax. The analysis will help determine whether the Council adopts the change, calls a special election, or lets voters decide in November.

The USOPC has recognized USA Surfing as the U.S. national governing body, effective June 1, after new funding and local backing helped resolve a multiyear dispute. The decision clears the path for surfer‑led preparation for LA28.

A 14-year-old reported missing from San Diego was located at a Santa Ana motel and a 21-year-old man was arrested, police said.

Morning fog gives way to warm afternoons and gusty Santa Ana winds tonight into Friday. Wind advisories and marine warnings are in effect.

Stephen Curry scored 35 and Al Horford drilled four late 3s as the Warriors rallied from 13 down to stun the Clippers 126-121 in the West play‑in.

Chaumont opened a 5,000‑sq‑ft Century City café with a full kitchen, expanded breakfast and lunch menus, and a growing plant‑based line. The new shop is the brand’s largest LA location.

A former Costa Mesa officer admitted to using police databases and license‑plate cameras to track a woman he had an affair with. Prosecutors say he also bombarded her with thousands of calls and messages.

A Huntington Beach man was sentenced to more than 93 years after prosecutors say he groomed babysitters and lured children to motel rooms.

A Newport Beach Moke owner says a man posing as Justin Bieber’s staff rented four electric vehicles for Coachella — then the cars were tracked to Tijuana and went silent. Riverside County deputies have opened an investigation.

Dragon Alley Coffee Shop has posted signage at 312 Santa Monica Blvd on the Third Street Promenade. Owners say the café will be cozy and community-focused but haven’t announced a date.

School police and LAPD responded to reports of a shooting adjacent to Sepulveda Middle School Wednesday; one person was treated at the scene and officials have released few details.

Pokémon Night Out will bring Marshmello and Alison Wonderland to the Intuit Dome on Oct. 24, 2026, with tickets on sale April 17. The show is for fans 16+.