California will ban consumer-facing "sell-by" labels and require 'BEST if Used by' or 'USE by' wording to cut waste and confusion starting July 1. The change affects packaging, stores and donations.

CHP captured a suspect linked to a double homicide after a highway pursuit Saturday; the person is being held on $3 million bail.

A woman was found shot dead early Saturday near Rosecrans and Studebaker in Norwalk, and LASD homicide detectives are investigating.

City staff want the council to tap $10.5M to relocate Downey Nissan and clear land for a proposed Costco and gas station on Firestone Boulevard. Officials say the move could add millions in sales tax.

A 77-year-old Atwater Village man died early June 19 after a crash on the southbound I‑5 near Griffith Park. Crews closed lanes for hours while CHP investigated.

Torrance’s City Council approved a $583.4M operating budget for 2026‑27 that raises police and fire funding while trimming staff and fast‑tracking a major housing project.

Universal Studios Hollywood has enclosed CityWalk behind new security hubs, moving metal detectors to parking‑garage entry points and changing how visitors enter the promenade. Plan extra time and pick your garage wisely.

A man died after jumping from the Lake Avenue overpass onto eastbound I‑210 on June 19; Pasadena police say the victim was transient and are asking witnesses to call.

Cyclists rolled into Leimert Park for Juneteenth as drum circles, jazz and a marketplace of Black‑owned vendors filled the village. The day mixed celebration with community traditions.

A 1-year-old boy died after falling from a moving vehicle in Colton. Police say their Major Accident Investigation Team is probing the scene and seeking witnesses.

A hiker's credit card taken from a parked car was used for $1,600+ in Apple purchases; detectives tracked the transactions and arrested a suspect in Hollywood.

Police say a man forced a 17‑year‑old into his SUV's cargo area in January; she escaped after a crash and authorities have arrested a suspect.

The Pasadena Rental Housing Board opened a study session to consider fines for improper eviction notices, illegal rent hikes and harassment while wrestling with state legal limits.