Over 1,500 vehicles caught fire at a California junkyard, prompting a massive response and shelter-in-place order due to toxic smoke concerns. Firefighters made progress with no injuries reported.

Juan Hernandez was arrested during a Pomona human trafficking sting, with police finding an infant in his car while he allegedly engaged in a sex purchase.

Pasadena Water and Power launched a Clean Energy Tracker to show progress towards Pasadena's goal of 100% carbon-free energy by 2045, aligning with California's targets.

An Oxnard man was charged with murder for a fatal fentanyl overdose, a first for Ventura County. Rodney Rey Yanez allegedly sold fentanyl to Dylan Rusch, who died, resulting in Yanez's arrest and additional narcotics-related charges.

The Irvine Police Department identified Marcia Shirree Thomas as the victim of a 2009 murder, after which her body was set on fire. Her killers, the Valdivia-Guzman brothers, have been apprehended.

Effrum Maland Burnett was sentenced to 46 years to life for second-degree murder after fatally stabbing Toye Mim Jones, reigniting debate over rehabilitation versus public safety.

Long Beach Police conducted a traffic stop that led to the recovery of a gun and a suspect's arrest. Details remain undisclosed as the investigation continues.

Mayor Richardson will lead a Long Beach delegation to the Paris Games for insights on hosting the 2028 Olympics, focusing on best practices and preparations.

LA Officer Braxton Shaw pled no contest to falsifying police reports and is set for sentencing on September 25, 2024.

District Attorney George Gascón of Los Angeles County charges two men with the murder of street vendor Yener Ramirez, while a third faces accessory charges. The crime highlights the risks street vendors face.

Santa Clarita is undertaking various infrastructure projects, including safety improvements at intersections, the opening of Needham Ranch Parkway, and the development of Rink Sports Pavilion, as well as upgrades to local parks.

Stock analyst Andrew Left has been indicted on charges of securities fraud and making false statements, accused of manipulating stock prices for personal gain.

Los Angeles General Medical Hospital is seeking the public's help in identifying a John Doe patient in their care since July 24, found on the street, described as a approximately 50, balding, 5'9'' tall and 276 lbs.