A morning apartment fire in Westmont left two people burned and prompted warnings of a possible roof collapse as county crews worked an interior attack.

LAPD Central says officers clearing debris near the Metropolitan Detention Center were surrounded and a chemical irritant was sprayed into an officer vehicle. Two officers were treated and released and one person was arrested.

An early‑morning multi-vehicle crash on the northbound 101 in Encino left one person dead and triggered a SigAlert as CHP investigators worked the scene.

Detectives say the probe into a 15‑year‑old’s death in South Los Angeles has stalled, leaving the family without answers as officers ask the public for tips.

The TCM Classic Film Festival lands in Hollywood April 30–May 3 with restored rarities, live orchestras and filmmaker appearances, including a 4K Letty Lynton premiere.

A Las Vegas man received an 18‑year prison term after a jury found him guilty of trafficking a 17‑year‑old in Anaheim, prosecutors said. The victim was recovered at a Beach Boulevard motel.

Teachers and principals voted overwhelmingly to ratify new LAUSD contracts that boost pay and add counselors. The deals avert a strike but leave steep funding questions.

Detectives released surveillance images after a Guitar Center theft in Westlake Village. Authorities want tips to identify four suspects and a possible Prius getaway car.

A Church‑linked nonprofit bought the former Mama Shelter hotel in Hollywood for $16 million, ending its receivership. The 70‑room Selma property had closed in February 2025.

A CAL FIRE paramedic was arrested after deputies served a search warrant in Placentia; investigators say at least two people reported sexual assaults and more victims are being sought.

LAFD reported a structure fire at 17706 W Martha St in Encino late Friday; the department's alert listed the scene as "fire out" with few details available.

CicLAvia will close three miles of Santa Monica and Westwood boulevards this Sunday for a 9 a.m.–4 p.m. car-free day with hubs, programming and transit detours.

Patchy morning showers give way to sunshine and breezy afternoons. Boaters should note a short Small Craft Advisory into early Sunday.