A man with a knife threatened diners at the Norms in Van Nuys on Monday; LAPD arrested the suspect and said no injuries were reported.

Two pedestrians were killed early Sunday in North Hollywood after an alleged drunk driver struck them on Colfax Avenue. Police arrested a 32-year-old Pacoima man who faces murder suspicion.

A woman was shot inside a vehicle near Laurel Canyon and Branford in Pacoima Friday night; the suspect fled and the victim was hospitalized in stable condition.

Simi Valley Brewing Company aims for a June opening at 20 W. Cochran, converting an 8,400‑sq‑ft former restaurant into a beer-forward taproom and barbecue kitchen.

A man in his 30s was killed after being struck by a fleeing driver on Winnetka Avenue Friday night. LAPD says detectives are investigating and checking for video evidence.

Blu Jam Cafe is opening its first franchised location in North Hollywood this summer, bringing its signature Crunchy French Toast to Magnolia Boulevard. The new 2,200‑sq‑ft cafe is targeting a June–July 2026 debut.

Malibu Porsche racer Doug Baron, 66, died in a head-on crash in Camarillo. Fellow drivers and fans in the L.A. car community are mourning.

Someone left “hate material” at the Islamic Society of Simi Valley’s Township Avenue building late Tuesday; Simi Valley detectives are investigating and asking for tips.

Disney is preparing another round of layoffs at its Burbank operations as marketing teams are centralized; reports say cuts could reach roughly 1,000 roles.

A 35-year-old woman was killed at her Sylmar home Wednesday night; LAPD says her boyfriend fled and is being sought.

LAPD detectives are searching for a Woodland Hills man after both of his parents were stabbed on Ventura Boulevard; both victims are in stable condition.

A suspected Israeli organized‑crime figure agreed to plead guilty in a federal case alleging he helped run high‑stakes poker games at Gilbert Arenas’ Encino mansion. The plea carries prison time and steep immigration consequences.

County plans to drain Big Tujunga and Pacoima for multi‑year sediment removal. Foothill residents warn the timing could weaken firefighting capacity after recent blazes.