The City of Los Angeles filed a cross‑complaint asking California to shoulder part of any Palisades fire payouts as judges weigh early motions over the suits.

A suspected stolen Tesla led a high‑speed chase through North Hollywood on Friday; the driver bailed near Oxnard Street and was detained, and no injuries were reported.

Liquor-license paperwork lists "Cache 58" at 12570 Versailles St. in Victoria Gardens, a new concept tied to Riverside chef Ruben Barragan. Details remain scarce.

A Laurel Canyon institution has quietly been listed for sale. Co‑owner Tommy Bina says he was blindsided after a notice to transfer the store's alcohol license appeared.

A viral surveillance clip shows a worker at an Inglewood day care throwing a shoe at a 5-year-old with special needs; the center says staff were fired and investigators are reviewing the footage.

Homicide detectives are investigating a shooting death on the 200 block of North Bowen Avenue in Compton, the LASD said. The probe is active and investigators are on scene.

ICE says the 21-year-old held after a Placentia police pursuit that killed a 59-year-old man is undocumented and faces felony charges. A preliminary hearing is set for March 16.

A suspect stole a 101‑year‑old’s car and address book in Los Feliz; the intruder left a fedora behind and was later found in Culver City. Neighbors’ cameras helped lead police to the vehicle.

New research and route forecasts show increases in clear‑air turbulence on West Coast–Hawaii flights, raising safety and comfort concerns for travelers.

LAFD posted a knockdown structure fire alert for 218 E Winston St in Downtown Los Angeles and shared a map and incident details. Crews from Station 9 were listed as responding units.

Steps on St. Andrews will convert a craftsman into 19 supportive studio apartments for veterans while preserving the house’s porch and front yard. Construction is now nearing the finish line.

A contracted special‑education aide in Glendale faces eight felony counts after an alleged sexual assault of an elementary student. Police say more possible victims are being sought.

LAPD officials have opened an internal probe after supervisors say a San Fernando Valley officer used a photo of Rafael Perez as his phone lock screen while on duty. The sighting, visible during a body‑camera review, has revived questions about gang‑unit oversight and discipline.