Mayor Bass to swear in new LAPD Chief
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New LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell was scheduled to be sworn in on Thursday.

Jim McDonnell confirmed as next LAPD Chief

McDonnell will be taking over a department that will deal with major security issues in the coming years as the region hosts the Olympics, a Super Bowl and eight World Cup matches.

2 LAPD officers shot in South LA, suspect arrested

Two LAPD officers were shot after responding to an alleged robbery report in South Los Angeles. The suspect was arrested hours later.

LAPD officer shot, another injured in South LA
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A police officer got shot and a second cop got hurt after responding to an alleged robbery report in South Los Angeles.

LAPD issues Dodgers parade safety alert ahead of celebrations

As Dodger fans get ready to celebrate the 2024 World Series champs at a full-scale parade and celebration event at Dodger Stadium, the LAPD is warning the public to celebrate safely and responsibly.

LAPD staffing concerns
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Overall, department hiring is down by 8%.

Jim McDonnell selected as new LAPD chief

Former Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell has been selected to serve as the new Chief of Police for the Los Angeles Police Department.

Jim McDonnell announced as new LAPD Chief
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On Friday, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced Jim McDonell as the new Chief of the LAPD. He formerly served as the LA County Sheriff.

License plate readers helping LAPD catch criminals

The license plate readers will help police identify and locate vehicles linked to crimes.

Officers, community weigh in on new LAPD chief selection

Karen Bass' office has been interviewing LAPD officers and community leaders to help guide the search for the department's next Chief. Here's what they found.

Handcuffed man punched by LAPD cop mid-arrest over apparent parking drama

LAPD released a body camera video of the viral incident where a man, Alexander Mitchell, got punched by a cop mid-arrest. Turns out, the entire incident stemmed from Mitchell being accused of double-parking his car in Watts near South Los Angeles.

LAPD releases new body cam of man punched by cop
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LAPD released a body camera video of the viral incident where a man, Alexander Mitchell, got punched by a cop mid-arrest. Turns out, the entire incident stemmed from Mitchell being accused of double-parking his car in Watts near South Los Angeles.

LAPD investigating officer's alleged 'chokehold' used on 17-year-old in South LA

What started as a traffic stop for an illegally double-parked car ended up with a teen and an LAPD officer wrestling on the ground. The department is investigating.