Los Angeles firefighters contained a fire in Boyle Heights, injuring one firefighter who is hospitalized. The fire spread from an outdoor fire and was tackled with 90 personnel and a robotic unit.

The family of an 8-year-old girl sues Sierra Canyon School, alleging she was assaulted in a "Kissing Club" by older students; the school is claimed to have not reported the incidents.

A 71-year-old Palm Springs man, Johnnie Pagels, was arrested for sending threatening letters to a news organization, facing charges of criminal threats and stalking.

LA County health officials advise avoiding ocean activities at certain beaches due to high bacteria levels, listing specific areas to steer clear of and providing a hotline and website for updates. Some locations, however, have been cleared as safe.

Governor Newsom is pressing the Trump administration to release $33.9 billion in disaster funds for LA fire recovery, despite delays and unfulfilled federal promises.

LAFD responded to a fire in a restaurant's attic at a Historic South-Central LA strip mall; it was extinguished before they arrived. No injuries reported; cause under investigation.

Long Beach City Manager appointed Joshua Hickman as Director of Public Works and Stephen Scott as Director of Parks, Recreation and Marine after a nationwide search.

Long Beach offers a Treecycling program for eco-friendly disposal of holiday trees, running from Dec. 26 to Jan. 9, with drop-off locations across the city.

A man was arrested in Santa Clarita Valley for suspected drug dealing after a traffic stop revealed meth and paraphernalia. He has prior narcotics-related arrests and is held without bail.

Los Angeles County is hosting a gun buyback event in South Whittier offering gift cards in exchange for firearms to reduce the number of guns in circulation.

The LA County Board of Supervisors approved a motion by Supervisor Barger to aid Altadena's small businesses post-Eaton Fire with new programs and support services.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass to host Justice Fair 2025, offering resources ranging from jobs to housing for individuals impacted by the justice system, with over 80 participants expected.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass attended the opening of Dutch Bros Coffee's new Exposition Park location, highlighting the city's openness for business and economic growth.