Palmdale is gaining attention with the High Desert Corridor Rail Project, set to bring jobs and economic growth. The project has gained support from labor unions and aims to connect Southern California cities and improve transit.

Police in Glendale are searching for involved parties after a robbery attempt ended in a fatal shooting, with the decedent suspected of attempting the robbery.

LAPD arrested Joeboury Coleman on animal cruelty charges after he was filmed on video kicking and throwing a dog down stairs; the abused dog was rescued.

LAPD is searching for a hit-and-run driver who killed a 26-year-old woman in Larchmont, offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

A fire broke out in a vacant 1910 Craftsman home in LA's Westlake district, tackled by 83 firefighters from LAFD who put out the flames in 25 minutes without injuries or damage to adjacent buildings. The cause remains under investigation.

LAFD quickly contained a 1/4 acre brush fire in El Sereno, with 34 firefighters extinguishing the blaze in 20 minutes without injuries or property damage.

The LAFD responded to a minor refrigerant leak at a Food For Less store, providing treatment to five individuals and confirming no ongoing risk. The store remains closed pending health department clearance.

California public transit receives a $1.9 billion investment, the first from a $5.1 billion fund, supporting agencies statewide and advancing climate goals.

Ex-MLB star Raúl Mondesi received a corruption sentence after embezzling $5 million as mayor in the Dominican Republic, already served through house arrest.

An 18-year-old was killed at an Irvine sober-living home, with 24-year-old roommate suspect apprehended. Cause of death pending but noted as blunt force trauma. Residents report prior disturbances at the home. Investigation ongoing.

Hala Coffee, a new shop offering Yemeni coffee and tea, is opening at the Islamic Center of Irvine, catering to the community with extended hours, including late nights on weekends.

Long Beach officers arrested two people and seized six firearms during a police operation. The suspects, one adult and one juvenile, were prohibited from possessing guns.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is opening a new location at 4246 E Ontario Ranch Rd, potentially offering beer and wine, as part of Ontario Ranch's growing dining scene.