Bass, Raman clash over police chief in LA Mayoral race
Tensions flared during Tuesday night's Los Angeles Mayoral debate as incumbent Mayor Karen Bass and Councilwoman Nithya Raman clashed over public safety, the future leadership of the LAPD and transparency surrounding city crime statistics.
Tensions flared during Tuesday night's Los Angeles Mayoral debate as incumbent Mayor Karen Bass and Councilwoman Nithya Raman clashed over public safety, the future leadership of the LAPD and transparency surrounding city crime statistics.
Bass and Raman clash over how to lead LA
Mayor Karen Bass and City Councilwoman Nithya Raman clashed over core policy issues, centering their debate on homelessness initiatives, housing protections, and public safety strategies. Bass defended her Inside Safe program and affordable housing directives, pointing to broad reductions in unsheltered numbers, while advocating for direct city control over resources to improve operational transparency. Raman countered with her district’s 50% drop in homelessness, calling for better fiscal tracking while questioning the overall cost-effectiveness of current citywide programs.
Mayor Karen Bass and City Councilwoman Nithya Raman clashed over core policy issues, centering their debate on homelessness initiatives, housing protections, and public safety strategies. Bass defended her Inside Safe program and affordable housing directives, pointing to broad reductions in unsheltered numbers, while advocating for direct city control over resources to improve operational transparency. Raman countered with her district’s 50% drop in homelessness, calling for better fiscal tracking while questioning the overall cost-effectiveness of current citywide programs.
Bus driver fatally shot in Mar Vista in identified; gunman arrested
Jose Zayas has been arrested for allegedly shooting and killing Culver City bus driver Bruce Rodriguez following a dispute aboard a bus in Mar Vista on Thursday night.
Jose Zayas has been arrested for allegedly shooting and killing Culver City bus driver Bruce Rodriguez following a dispute aboard a bus in Mar Vista on Thursday night.
18-year-old Franklin High student dies after balcony fall following classroom fight
A death investigation is underway at Benjamin Franklin High School in Highland Park after a student died following a fight and fall from a fourth-floor balcony on campus Wednesday afternoon.
A death investigation is underway at Benjamin Franklin High School in Highland Park after a student died following a fight and fall from a fourth-floor balcony on campus Wednesday afternoon.
Feds arrest 3 LA homelessness nonprofit executives in $12M fraud takedown
Federal agents arrested Michael Young, Lakiya Malone, and Donye Mitchell following a massive public corruption crackdown on homelessness nonprofit fraud in Los Angeles.
Federal agents arrested Michael Young, Lakiya Malone, and Donye Mitchell following a massive public corruption crackdown on homelessness nonprofit fraud in Los Angeles.
City council approves $13 million for LAPD vehicles ahead of 2028 Olympics
The City Council authorized $13.04 million for the LAPD to finance 107 non-patrol vehicles. They are also reviewing a separate $30 million request for an additional 300 patrol cars.
The City Council authorized $13.04 million for the LAPD to finance 107 non-patrol vehicles. They are also reviewing a separate $30 million request for an additional 300 patrol cars.
LAPD arrests 69 after Harbor Gateway street takeover involving more than 700 people
LAPD arrested 69 people and issued 570 citations after officers surrounded more than 700 people at an illegal street takeover in Harbor Gateway.
LAPD arrested 69 people and issued 570 citations after officers surrounded more than 700 people at an illegal street takeover in Harbor Gateway.
69 arrested in LA street takeover bust
LAPD arrested 69 people and issued 570 citations after officers surrounded more than 700 people at an illegal street takeover in Harbor Gateway.
LAPD arrested 69 people and issued 570 citations after officers surrounded more than 700 people at an illegal street takeover in Harbor Gateway.
LAPD releases video footage of two separate in-custody deaths amid mayor's review order
The LAPD has released critical video footage detailing two separate in-custody deaths from July as Mayor Karen Bass orders an independent evaluation of police force and crisis response.
The LAPD has released critical video footage detailing two separate in-custody deaths from July as Mayor Karen Bass orders an independent evaluation of police force and crisis response.
LAPD releases body camera videos
The Los Angeles Police Department has released video footage documenting two separate in-custody deaths from July. One incident occurred in a Valley Jail cell following a standoff in Chatsworth, while the second involved a fatal officer-involved shooting in central Los Angeles.
The Los Angeles Police Department has released video footage documenting two separate in-custody deaths from July. One incident occurred in a Valley Jail cell following a standoff in Chatsworth, while the second involved a fatal officer-involved shooting in central Los Angeles.
Mely Corado death: Man in 2018 Trader Joe's shootout with LAPD convicted of 2nd-degree murder
Gene Evin Atkins was convicted of second-degree murder in the 2018 death of Trader Joe’s assistant manager Melyda Corado.
Gene Evin Atkins was convicted of second-degree murder in the 2018 death of Trader Joe’s assistant manager Melyda Corado.
Ex-LAPD detective and convicted rapist rearrested in 1994 cold case
Paroled former LAPD detective and convicted rapist Michael Douglas Brambles has been rearrested in Santa Barbara County after cold-case DNA evidence linked him to a 1994 crime.
Paroled former LAPD detective and convicted rapist Michael Douglas Brambles has been rearrested in Santa Barbara County after cold-case DNA evidence linked him to a 1994 crime.
LAPD drone program assisting in pursuits, locating missing persons
One year after introducing its "Drone as First Responder" program, the LAPD reports that drones have been dispatched over 9,800 times, beating patrol officers to the scene 73 percent of the time.
One year after introducing its "Drone as First Responder" program, the LAPD reports that drones have been dispatched over 9,800 times, beating patrol officers to the scene 73 percent of the time.
LAPD drone program helping with crime fighting
One year after introducing its "Drone as First Responder" program, the LAPD reports that drones have been dispatched over 9,800 times, beating patrol officers to the scene 73% of the time.
One year after introducing its "Drone as First Responder" program, the LAPD reports that drones have been dispatched over 9,800 times, beating patrol officers to the scene 73% of the time.
LAPD denies claims officer hit child during South Los Angeles police chase
The Los Angeles Police Department is denying allegations that an officer hit a child during a pursuit in South LA Thursday night.
The Los Angeles Police Department is denying allegations that an officer hit a child during a pursuit in South LA Thursday night.
LAPD rolls out new patrol cars with low-frequency siren technology
Newly deployed LAPD patrol vehicles feature low-frequency Rumbler sirens and synchronized emergency broadcast speakers integrated at no extra cost to taxpayers.
Newly deployed LAPD patrol vehicles feature low-frequency Rumbler sirens and synchronized emergency broadcast speakers integrated at no extra cost to taxpayers.
LAPD Chief McDonnell talks street takeovers, safety and more
Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell discussed a variety of topics on Good Day LA, including street takeovers, speeding, and license plate readers.
Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell discussed a variety of topics on Good Day LA, including street takeovers, speeding, and license plate readers.
LAPD suspends Flock Safety surveillance contract over data privacy disagreements
The LAPD has paused its agreement with surveillance firm Flock Safety over data ownership and privacy disputes, amid pressure from anti-surveillance activists.
The LAPD has paused its agreement with surveillance firm Flock Safety over data ownership and privacy disputes, amid pressure from anti-surveillance activists.
Federal lawsuit alleges excessive force after LAPD officer fatally shoots dog in Canoga Park
Marie Marseille is now suing the city of Los Angeles and various LAPD officers in federal court, alleging that the department violated its own policy governing the use of force against animals.
Marie Marseille is now suing the city of Los Angeles and various LAPD officers in federal court, alleging that the department violated its own policy governing the use of force against animals.
LAPD releases bodycam video of fatal Canoga Park dog shooting
Newly released LAPD bodycam footage shows the moments an officer fatally shot a dog during a welfare check in Canoga Park. The incident has prompted Mayor Karen Bass to order a review of police pet policies.
Newly released LAPD bodycam footage shows the moments an officer fatally shot a dog during a welfare check in Canoga Park. The incident has prompted Mayor Karen Bass to order a review of police pet policies.