Santa Monica has acquired an $8 million grant for SaMo Bridge, a diversion program aiming to rehabilitate instead of incarcerate low-level offenders by providing them with support services.

Three people were arrested in Thousand Oaks after a crime spree involving tire slashing and shooting at citizens who pursued them. No injuries were reported in the incident.

A 39-year-old felon from Camarillo and a juvenile were arrested for involvement in illegal firearms possession and manufacture, including ghost guns and explosives.

Long Beach offers a free Halloween Carnival on Oct. 31, aimed to foster community through games, costumes, and activities. It's part of the Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program.

A man died in a single-vehicle crash involving a Chevrolet Silverado in Victorville. Authorities are seeking public help to clarify the circumstances. Witnesses are urged to contact Deputy M. Lee or the anonymous We-Tip hotline.

San Bernardino County deputies arrested 38-year-old Cynthia Alderson for felon firearm and ammunition possession, and theft, after she was found with a stolen gun in Yucca Valley.

The Los Angeles County introduces a program to help justice-involved youth pursue education and career opportunities instead of facing a criminal record.

Nathaniel James McGuire faces federal charges for a bomb attack at a Santa Barbara courthouse, potentially serving a minimum of seven years to life if convicted.

The LAFD extinguished a fire in a vacant Mid-Wilshire building, with no injuries reported; one firefighter was treated for exhaustion. The cause is under investigation.

LA County has issued ocean water use warnings for several beaches due to high bacterial levels, advising against swimming or surfing near affected areas like Mothers Beach and Cabrillo Beaches.

The National Weather Service issued a Dense Fog Advisory for the Los Angeles County Coast due to visibility of a quarter mile or less, affecting travel and advising caution for motorists.

Former school counselor Matthew Johnson admitted to producing and possessing child pornography, with over 100 videos of children found. He faces 15 to 50 years in prison.

Long Beach police report the murder of a homeless man, Kendell Williams, following a shooting on Alamitos Avenue. Despite emergency aid, Williams died on the scene; the suspect is at large. Detectives seek witness information.