A Metro bus operator reached an undisclosed settlement after alleging she was fired for taking medical leave following a 2022 on-the-job injury. Court papers filed May 1 say the case was resolved unconditionally.

LAFD says a large commercial building at 1225 S Hope St caught fire early Sunday; crews reported heavy flames on the first floor and multiple units responded.

A 41-year-old man serving time for assault walked away from Fenner Canyon Conservation Camp in Valyermo; authorities and CDCR are searching. Tips can be phoned to local law enforcement.

A detached garage on Filmore Street caught fire on Saturday afternoon; crews from Station 98 mounted an offensive attack and reported no injuries.

A handful of Los Angeles and Orange County state Senate contests on June 2 could strip Democrats of their two‑thirds control — and reshape what Sacramento can pass.

Low clouds this morning give way to sun and highs near 79°F in Downtown LA. Inland valleys could spike hotter through Monday—plan outdoor time accordingly.

Two people were hospitalized after a Saturday afternoon shooting at a Wilmington pizza restaurant. LAPD’s Harbor Division is investigating and asks anyone with tips to come forward.

A Studio City neighbor says he was sprayed with an irritant while confronting burglars; LAPD says no arrests and is asking witnesses to come forward.

A 61-year-old man was killed Saturday morning in Broadway‑Manchester. LAPD says two males were taken into custody after a vehicle pursuit.

The Lakers fell 131-108 to the Thunder at Crypto.com Arena and now trail 3-0 in the Western semifinals. Game 4 is Monday night in Los Angeles.

Four people died after a head-on collision on Mount Emma Road near 77th Street East in Littlerock; investigators closed the road as they processed the scene.

White-painted "ghost" tires were placed outside Westwood’s 99 Ranch Market as activists memorialized victims of a Feb. crash and pushed for speed cameras and street fixes. The installation aimed to keep pressure on city leaders to act on dangerous corridors.

A woman in her late 70s was struck and killed late Friday on Wilshire at Malcolm Avenue in Westwood. Police say the driver fled and no vehicle description is available.