A Moorpark man pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and battery in the 2023 death of Paul Kessler, admitting special allegations including use of a weapon.

CSUN outside hitter Jordan Lucas says he won’t back down after a UC Irvine announcer suggested he’d be “popped” for his celebrations; the remark prompted an apology and removal.

New York chain 16 Handles signed a two‑unit deal for the San Fernando Valley; a Northridge shop is part of an eight‑store California rollout. Expect rotating flavors and a big toppings bar.

Westbound 210 in Sylmar was closed for police activity after an officer-involved shooting; officers appeared to take one person into custody near the Bledsoe overpass.

A 27‑year‑old was arrested after allegedly striking a 56‑year‑old with a desktop monitor inside Burbank Central Library.

Two people were extricated after a two‑car crash on Olden Street in Sylmar; one is critical and another is serious. LAFD crews and LAPD responded.

A Sherman Oaks homeowners forum will host a head-to-head debate between Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Nithya Raman Tuesday evening, a neighborhood preview of a TV debate.

A late-night hit-and-run in Van Nuys left a pedestrian dead at Sherman Way and Sepulveda; LAPD Valley Traffic detectives are canvassing the area and seeking witnesses.

A Burbank man was sentenced to 10 years and ordered to repay about $1.86M after being convicted of wire fraud and money laundering in an elder embezzlement case.

A large bear wandered through Pacoima backyards on Monday, prompting a wildlife response and reported lockdowns at nearby schools. Officials tranquilized and removed the animal; no injuries were reported.

LAFD says crews responded to a structure fire at 12420 W Montague St in Pacoima; FS98 was on scene and no injuries were listed yet. Updates expected as investigators work.

Surveillance video shows five people take a pickup truck from a West Hills driveway early Saturday; LAPD is searching for the suspects.

LAFD crews fought a structure fire at a Sun Valley duplex Saturday; emergency units remained on scene as investigators checked for hot spots.