A Santa Ana man was convicted of molesting a family member over nearly a decade; sentencing is set for March 20, 2026.

An 18‑year LAPD veteran was arrested on two counts of insurance fraud after an internal probe of workers’ compensation claims.

A Glendale dog owner says a mountain lion grabbed her leashed pet late Monday; state wildlife officials have assigned a biologist and neighbors are searching the Verdugo foothills.

Sheriff's deputies say a Saugus man contaminated a roommate's food with Raid bug spray, triggering a Feb. 24 standoff and a mental‑health response. Detectives served a search warrant as the probe continues.

A Costa Mesa man has been arraigned on new felony counts accusing him of threatening Orange County DA Todd Spitzer; he pleaded not guilty and is due back in Santa Ana on March 5.

City planners laid out three targeted rezoning packages to buy time against SB 79; the Council must pick a path fast or the state law takes effect this summer.

Patchy morning fog clears for a warm-up today. Inland neighborhoods could hit the low 90s by Friday; mariners should watch advisories.

LAFD reported a knockdown of a structure fire at 20158 W Cohasset St in Winnetka. The department posted an alert with a map; details remain limited.

A community-built fantasy cafe opened in North Hollywood this weekend, turning the former Federal Bar into The Witch's Cottage — a cafe, bakery and hidden tabletop tavern. The space mixes handcrafted interiors, tiki cocktails and a rentable gaming room.

A man in his 60s was seriously injured in a hit-and-run on Sherman Way in North Hollywood. LAPD released video and is asking the public for tips.

Aspire Fiber and city officials kicked off a three‑year plan at the Canyon Country Farmers Market to bring fiber to up to 80,000 Santa Clarita homes. Community outreach and phased construction are planned.

Bevel Coffee, an Altadena pop-up, moves into a 600‑sq‑ft cafe at 1866 N. Allen Ave on Feb. 28, built with fire‑relief grants and neighborhood support. The shop will roast in Monrovia and serve bagels and pastries from local partners.

Shannon DeLong will take over as Cypress city manager on March 30 after a unanimous council vote; she’s the city’s first woman to hold the post.