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.

A man was arrested in Tarzana after police say he fired a CO2-style handgun during a dispute outside a celebrity home.

Neighbors in Reseda say a man frequently walks the streets naked, yells threats and has prompted hundreds of police calls with no lasting solution. Families want action.

Proposition 50 redrew CA‑27 and tilted it Democratic; the June 2 primary will test whether Rep. George Whitesides holds the seat against Jason Gibbs and two Democrats.

Julia Brownley’s retirement has opened a crowded June 2 primary in CA‑26. A state assemblymember, environmental activists and GOP veterans are jockeying over climate and immigration.

A hiker was airlifted after a rattlesnake bite on Simi Valley’s Long Canyon Trail. Officials warn early warm weather has pushed snakes onto trails.

Burglars smashed into Gino’s East in Sherman Oaks early Wednesday, prying a floor safe and taking cash and a prized Caleb Williams jersey while LAPD seeks tips.