A fire in Pico-Union led to a man's death despite LAFD's quick response and a 12-minute extinguishment effort. An investigation into the fire's cause is underway.

20 individuals, including convicted felons, were charged for illegal reentry into the U.S. after deportation, with some facing additional charges for firearms and drug trafficking.

Former teacher Steven Pilar received a 4-year prison sentence for possessing child pornography, including videos of infant abuse. He used BitTorrent and must pay $115,000 in restitution.

The forecast for Los Angeles includes partly sunny skies with highs around 63°F, a chance of rain tonight, and returning sunshine with highs in the mid-60s midweek.

LA Metro construction disrupts B and D Line service, causing closures and requiring shuttle use. Commuters must navigate alternative routes and transfers during the March 28-30 weekend. Regular service resumes March 31.

A welfare check in Dana Point led to a deputy-involved shooting after a woman allegedly approached officers with a knife. She was hospitalized in critical condition; an investigation is ongoing.

The texts of LA Mayor Karen Bass during January wildfires were released, showing her efforts to manage the emergency from abroad and communicate with city staff and officials for aid while facing criticism for her absence.

Suspected DUI pursuit ends in fatal crash near LAX, killing one passenger and injuring others, including the suspect who tried to flee. Traffic was disrupted due to the incident.

The DOJ investigates the LA County Sheriff's Dept. for alleged civil rights violations due to long wait times and high fees for concealed weapon permits.

Federal authorities are investigating admissions policies at UCLA, UC Irvine, and others for potentially improper use of diversity considerations, as part of a broader move against DEI practices in college admissions.

A Calabasas man was sentenced to 63 years for molesting two children in Ventura County, with the abuse starting when they were 6 and 9 and continuing until 2017.

Oxnard man Rodney Rey Yanez faces trial for Ventura County's first fentanyl-related murder after allegedly selling the drug to Dylan Rusch, who later overdosed.

Cameron Klopp, 34, was arrested by Ventura County Sheriff's deputies for firearms and narcotics offenses after trespassing in the Santa Clara River Bottom.