Search underway for escaped inmate in Torrance

A perimeter has been set up in the area near Torrance Boulevard and Anza Avenue after an inmate escaped from a hospital in Torrance.

LAPD officer accused of skydiving while on disability leave charged with insurance fraud

Los Angeles police officer Christopher Brandon Carnahan faces felony insurance fraud charges for allegedly skydiving while receiving disability benefits for an on-duty injury.

Pop-up art show in Beverly Grove leads to neighborhood vandalism

Residents near Fairfax and Wilshire report widespread graffiti and vandalism following a pop-up art show at a vacant 99 Cents Only store.

Rotting oak tree crushes cars, damages Pomona homes

A fallen oak tree in Pomona damaged multiple vehicles and homes on North Garey Avenue after residents previously reported safety concerns.

Inglewood soul food staple Serving Spoon wins national James Beard honor

The Serving Spoon in Inglewood has been awarded the James Beard Foundation’s American Classics Award, one of the highest culinary honors in the country.

Suspect on the loose after deadly Compton hit-and-run

The LASD is searching for the driver who struck and killed a pedestrian in Compton Wednesday night.

LAPD warns of 'distraction' ATM theft scheme targeting the elderly

Do you recognize them? Los Angeles police are seeking the public's help to identify two suspects involved in a series of distraction-based identity thefts at ATMs.

74% of fire-impacted Altadena rentals show no rebuilding activity, study finds

The analysis shows 74% of identified rental units within the fire perimeter remain on properties with no public record of things like rebuilding permits, sales, or active listings.

Public Storage moving headquarters from California to Texas after 50+ years

Public Storage is moving its corporate headquarters from Glendale, California, to Frisco, Texas, citing talent depth and digital innovation.

Record-breaking heat forecasted for Southern California through Friday: Timeline

A high-pressure system is bringing a major warming trend to Southern California, with Friday temperatures expected to hit the 90s and break records in Los Angeles.

California man sentenced for giving alcohol to baby hawk

Cesar Gustavo Diaz was sentenced to 45 days in jail for animal cruelty after a YouTube video showed him giving a BuzzBall to a protected hawk.

FBI raids LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho's home, office

Federal agents are serving court-authorized warrants at the San Pedro home of LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho, and at the district's offices in downtown Los Angeles Wednesday morning.