Los Angeles County health officials warn of high bacteria levels at local beaches, advising against water contact near storm drains, piers, and creek outflows, including areas like Surfrider Beach and Santa Monica Pier.

The article provides a detailed weather forecast for Los Angeles, highlighting a week of sunny skies, mild temperatures, and a potential cooldown with possible rain by the following Tuesday.

The Santa Ana Police arrested Ruben Cielo for the 2023 fatal shooting of Johnny Mercado after a two-year investigation. Cielo awaits trial, with further suspects sought.

LA County may declare an emergency at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall, despite a closure order, due to ongoing issues and lack of alternative facilities for detainees.

Irvine Police increase patrols and use high-tech tools to combat professional burglaries targeting homes near open spaces, advising residents on security practices.

A Twentynine Palms man was arrested for using his vehicle to assault law enforcement officers after a high-speed chase and collision with their vehicles.

Three Los Angeles residents were arrested for a burglary in Loma Linda and an attempted burglary in Chino Hills, linked by video surveillance and a gray Audi SUV.

Long Beach Airport prepares for holiday season amid ongoing construction, expecting 170,000 passengers between December 20 and January 1. Officials advise extra travel time and announce early TSA checkpoint openings.

In Huntington Park, a woman was fatally shot in a truck and a man was found injured nearby; no suspect has been identified and authorities seek information.

Pasadena doctor Kevin Tien Do agreed to plead guilty to defrauding California's workers' comp system of over $3 million and filing a false tax return.

A Santa Paula doctor was sentenced to two years in prison for his part in a $3 million Medicare fraud scheme involving fraudulent hospice service claims.

An SUV and school bus collision in Orange injured five people, who were hospitalized in stable but serious condition. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause.

LAFD extinguished two small brush fires in Pacific Palisades on Monday, containing them with air and ground units before they could spread, thanks to favorable conditions.