Three people died in a hit-and-run crash in the San Fernando Valley; the suspect fled the scene. Two victims were in a Mustang, a third in a van. One other man is critical. Authorities are investigating.

Governor Newsom visited Los Angeles to assess fire recovery efforts, highlighting expediting of home construction through LA Rises funding and advocating for federal aid.

The Torrance Child Support Services office is closing permanently on January 9, 2026, with services moving to the South LA office as of January 12, 2026. Payment can be made online, by mail, or at other kiosks.

The CDPH has linked Vega Farms eggs to an outbreak of Salmonella, causing 63 cases and 13 hospitalizations but no deaths. A recall is underway, and consumers are advised to dispose of the eggs.

DHS arrested over 10,000 people in Los Angeles amid pushback from local protesters and criticism from sanctuary city advocates. Among detainees are individuals with serious criminal records.

LA County DA Hochman warns fire victims about unlicensed contractors, with five facing felony charges post-Eaton Fire for illegal activities in Altadena.

Freelance photographer Steven Jourdan Castro was arrested in Orange County on several felony sex charges involving a minor, sparking a wider investigation.

Cedars-Sinai specialists delivered a healthy baby boy and removed a 22-pound ovarian tumor from the mother, who had a rare abdominal ectopic pregnancy.

LAFD extinguished a Valley Glen structure fire, taking 45 minutes with 63 firefighters involved. No injuries reported.

Riverside County deputies arrested a suspect for stealing $11,000 worth of construction equipment in the Lake Mathews area. The equipment was later recovered and returned to the owner.

The Manhattan Beach Police report multiple arrests for organized retail theft and highlight persistent police activity with 907 calls and 42 reports in one week.

A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect for Los Angeles until 10 AM PST due to visibility below a quarter mile; conditions will improve later with sunny skies and highs around 80 degrees.

LAPD seeks the driver in a hit-and-run that severely injured a 19-year-old pedestrian, offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to resolution.