A routine park stop at Crescent Bay Park led Santa Monica police to arrest a Florida man wanted on a Marion County extradition warrant alleging lewd acts with a minor.

LAFD posted a brief alert Friday marking a confined‑space rescue in North Hollywood as "situation static." The incident was logged at 5437 N Cleon Ave with no immediate patient details.

Patchy fog Saturday morning in Downtown LA with highs near 75°F. Gusty winds and small craft advisories affect parts of the region.

Zaire Wade, 24, was arrested in Burbank after police responded to a 911 call; officers say a woman had lacerations, a handgun was seized and Wade posted $50K bond.

A Westlake U‑Haul yard caught fire Friday afternoon; SkyFOX footage shows several rental trucks destroyed and there were no reported injuries. Fire crews knocked the blaze down on scene.

A 40‑unit, seven‑story building at 2301 N. Sepulveda is set to begin demolition in July, bringing 11 affordable units — and extended lane closures for neighbors.

A pedestrian was killed Thursday evening after being struck by a Metrolink train near Garvey and Francisquito in Baldwin Park. Investigators have closed tracks and service was suspended.

Marina Mabrey tied the WNBA single‑game scoring record with 53 points as the Toronto Tempo routed the Sparks 125‑97. Her nine 3‑pointers and late clincher made it a night to remember.

Vice President J.D. Vance stopped in Downtown Santa Monica for a recorded interview Friday, prompting temporary street closures and an FAA no-fly zone.

Councilmembers asked staff to draft a $25 minimum-wage ordinance for frontline health-care workers even as state law phases in similar increases. The move could fill gaps or duplicate state rules.

TSA is urging LAX passengers to build extra time into trips as World Cup crowds swell; FAA no‑fly zones and hundreds of drone seizures mean stricter enforcement.

A single-vehicle crash on the SR‑134/I‑5 connector near the L.A. Zoo killed a driver Friday morning and snarled the commute with a SigAlert.

New owners say Sweet Lady Jane's Montana Avenue bakery was temporarily closed after missing remodel permits. Phone orders and free local delivery are available while plans are resubmitted.