A Congressional report criticized LA County's emergency alert system for a false wildfire alert caused by software failure, and recommendations were made for clearer messages and system improvements.

Santa Monica faces ecological issues from a spike in ground squirrel population, fueled by human interaction and feeding despite warnings from city officials and signs against such practices.

A 79-year-old man died after a carjacking incident in Norco; suspect Ryan Hewitt has been charged with murder.

Health officials lift ocean water warnings for Santa Monica Pier and Inner Cabrillo Beach in Los Angeles County, declaring the water safe following recent tests.

The article describes consistent sunny days with patchy fog and mild temperatures in Los Angeles, as predicted by the National Weather Service for the upcoming week.

A Redondo Beach man pleaded guilty to distributing fentanyl-laced pills leading to a fatal overdose and awaits sentencing with a minimum of 20 years in prison.

Governor Newsom announces a $3.3 billion investment in California's behavioral health services, featuring a significant increase in treatment beds and outpatient slots funded by Proposition 1.

Officials in California arrested members of a theft ring for stealing over $500,000 in goods and recovered $1.5 million in cargo, firearms, and drugs.

A Hawthorne man was sentenced to 25 years in prison for leading armed robberies in Los Angeles County, including pharmacies and fast-food restaurants.

Santa Monica PD arrested two individuals for various charges, including parole violations and possession of burglary tools, after a late-night vehicle stop.

In-N-Out Burger is expanding in California with new locations in Indio, Modesto, and Monrovia, and is also growing into Arizona, Colorado, and Washington.

Hoang Xuan Le, aka "Big Bro," was sentenced to 210 months in prison for leading a meth trafficking operation to international waters and concealing drugs in items like food buckets. Tri Buinguyen, his accomplice, also received a 15-year sentence.

Pasadena invites residents to a May 28th meeting to learn about the upcoming Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility, with project staff present for discussion.