Teen violence escalated to a deadly stabbing in Phoenix. How a self-defense claim changed two families forever

After 15-year-old Jaylen Reeves was fatally stabbed, prosecutors declined to charge a 14-year-old suspect who claimed self-defense against a physical attack, leaving the high school football player's family demanding justice.

FOX 11 investigation examines elder abuse allegations against Torrance City Council member

A FOX 11 investigation examines allegations that Torrance City Councilmember Asam Sheikh exploited a 92-year-old neighbor to gain control of his home, finances and health care decisions.

California dad charged with incest after allegedly assaulting daughter; DA may drop case

Makayla Rene Settles moved to California to chase her dreams. Two days later, her family says her biological father sexually assaulted her. She was 18. She died five months later. Now her family is fighting to make sure her accused attacker faces trial.

Senior living community volunteer accused of raping woman with dementia

A Los Angeles County woman alleges that a volunteer at her mother’s senior living facility sexually assaulted her mother, who has dementia, with the incident captured on in-room cameras.

Conditions improve at Whittier Narrows after FOX 11 investigation prompts cleanup at Los Angeles tunnel

Authorities say conditions at Whittier Narrows have improved significantly following a large-scale cleanup prompted by FOX 11’s exclusive investigation into crime, homeless encampments and tunnel activity.

Students stripped 6th grader of his clothes at Phoenix private school, police say

A 6th grader at an exclusive Phoenix private school was allegedly stripped in a bathroom by older students. Parents are questioning the school's response and transparency.

LA Co. deputies pushed to brink amid mandatory double, triple shifts; 13 suicides reported since 2023

LASD is experiencing a mental health crisis, evidenced by at least 13 suicides among current and recently retired employees since 2023, with deputies being pushed to work mandatory double or triple shifts.