A 77-year-old woman died after her car collided with a parked vehicle in Long Beach, and a medical emergency is suspected as the possible cause. The investigation is ongoing.

The LA County Board approves a $250 million renovation of The Old Road in Santa Clarita Valley, aiming to enhance traffic flow, safety, and infrastructure.

The Biden-Harris Administration approves California's waiver to enforce the Advanced Clean Cars II regulation, requiring all new cars sold in the state to be zero-emission by 2035.

Mayor Karen Bass leads a cleanup event in South L.A. with volunteers, targeting Broadway and surrounding areas, in preparation for major upcoming events like the World Cup and Olympics.

The Soto Fire in Jurupa Valley threatened homes, leading to evacuations and a rapid response. It was 80% contained by December 18 after burning 30 acres.

A fight involving juveniles at a Murrieta shopping center led to the arrest of six teens on assault and conspiracy charges; one adult suspect remains at large.

Walmart is testing employee body cameras in Texas amid concerns about shoplifting and store violence, receiving mixed customer reactions and raising questions about effectiveness in crime deterrence.

José Andrés' Zaytinya, serving Mediterranean mezze, and Butterfly, a rooftop Mexican dining spot, open in Culver City, Los Angeles, offering a blend of tradition and California produce.

The LAFD extinguished a fire involving multiple vehicles in a Sherman Oaks carport; there were no injuries but two apartments and electrical panels were damaged.

LA firefighters quickly extinguished a rubbish fire on the side of the 405 Freeway in Sherman Oaks, with no injuries or threats to structures reported.

Three suspects arrested in Ventura County after a home invasion led to two high-speed chases and a foot pursuit.

The Los Angeles Fire Department declares a Red Flag Alert due to extreme fire weather, enforcing parking restrictions to ensure emergency vehicle access and preparing additional resources.

California plans to screen young students for reading difficulties starting in the 2025-26 school year, with an emphasis on early detection and support for those at risk, such as those with dyslexia.