A woman, 54, was shot dead in Hawthorne, and a man, 49, was arrested on suspicion of murder. Witnesses reportedly saw the suspect walk away calmly after the incident.

Kroger agrees to pay California $122 million in a settlement for not properly overseeing opioid dispensing, with plans to begin payments in early 2025. Funds will support opioid abatement programs.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass established the Entertainment Industry Council to support the industry, aligning with Governor Newsom's proposed expansion of California's film and TV tax credits.

Los Angeles County has filed a lawsuit against PepsiCo and Coca-Cola for their role in plastic waste and for misleading the public about plastic recyclability.

One person died in a multi-vehicle crash on the 405 Freeway in Carson, potentially caused by a wrong-way driver, with another critically injured. The freeway was closed for hours during the investigation.

The FTE Global Conference & Exhibition is returning to Long Beach, with LGB as the Headline Partner, from October 28-30, 2024, expecting over 3,000 aviation professionals.

The study by Unison Consulting finds Long Beach Airport generates $9 billion in economic impact and supports 41,000 jobs, marking LGB's significant regional contribution.

Phillips 66 plans to close its Wilmington oil refinery by 2025, impacting 900 workers, as part of a shift towards renewable energy and more sustainable operations.

California increases healthcare workers' minimum wage to $18-$23 based on location and facility size, aiming to improve workforce retention and recruitment.

Anthony Farrer, "The Timepiece Gentleman," admitted to defrauding clients of $5.6 million via wire and mail fraud related to his luxury watch consignment business.

A twin-engine aircraft crashed on Catalina Island, killing all five aboard. The aircraft, designed for four, had taken off from the local airport. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the crash.

A man was arrested in Lakewood after a crime spree and standoff, where he barricaded himself in a car with his dog, led to a pursuit and his capture by LA Sheriff's deputies.

Lamps Plus, Inc. agrees to a $4.1 million settlement for deceptive pricing, without admitting wrongdoing, after a Southern California DA offices' investigation.