Federal prosecutors say six people were indicted after more than 260 UPS packages shipped from California to Massachusetts were intercepted, revealing about 12 kg of cocaine and 1 kg of fentanyl.

Long Beach's Shlap Muan is opening a second location in Monrovia this May, taking over the former Burgerim at 1108 S. Fifth Ave.

Daniel Patterson and Sarah Lewitinn are opening Jacaranda, a small tasting‑menu restaurant, at 6623 Melrose in Hancock Park this spring.

Van Nuys favorite Sweet E’s is opening a Beverly Hills storefront on South Santa Monica Boulevard. The brand teased the move on Instagram; an opening date hasn’t been set.

A CSULB student says a Pi Kappa Alpha initiation retreat left pledges sleep‑deprived and led to a Temecula rollover that killed a 19‑year‑old; survivors have filed suit.

Los Angeles influencer family House of Lafond was hurt in a hit-and-run on the 170 Freeway at Whitsett; two parents and eight children were treated and the driver fled. CHP is investigating.

Don Cuco is returning to Lancaster as Cuco’s Cantina, moving into a new Ave J8 storefront. Owners say they’re finalizing the menu and seeking an ABC permit.

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.