The Los Angeles County Health Department warns against swimming at certain beaches due to high bacterial levels, while some areas have been cleared for safe use.

An excessive heat warning is in effect for Los Angeles, with temperatures up to 105 degrees; residents are advised to take precautions against heat-related illnesses. An air quality alert is also issued due to elevated ozone levels.

The "Line Fire" in San Bernardino County covers 505 acres and has no containment, with evacuation warnings issued and air quality advisories in place due to smoke.

Local teens were arrested for starting the Hawarden Fire in Riverside with illegal fireworks, causing $28 million in damages.

Roland Rocha was arrested for the gang-related murder of Jennifer Rodriguez in Santa Ana. The suspect was charged after investigation and help from the U.S. Marshals.

A small plane crashed in Hawthorne, catching fire and critically injuring two, with local residents assisting before LACFD arrived; the FAA and NTSB are investigating.

Linkin Park announces their return to the stage with a new lineup and music, planning a concert and releasing an album titled "From Zero" since Chester Bennington's passing.

California Governor Newsom has introduced emergency regulations to prevent the sale of THC-laced hemp products to minors, aiming to protect their health and ensure compliance with state laws.

California provides $52.8 million in grants to expand its farm to school program, benefiting 1.65 million students with locally-sourced, healthy meals.

An 84-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Anaheim, and days later, 44-year-old Tania Rivas surrendered to police, facing felony hit-and-run charges.

A Newbury Park man was sentenced to six years for cashing fraudulent checks and admitted to the crime, which occurred while on parole. The Ventura County DA’s office prosecuted the case.

Los Angeles General Medical Center seeks public help to identify an unresponsive male patient in their care since December. The patient is an Asian male, around 55 years old, 5'8" tall. Contact Mercedes Mark at 323-409-3786 for information.

Mario Alejandri was charged with three counts of assault with a deadly weapon in Santa Monica, linked to separate attacks on a woman and a Trader Joe’s worker.