LA-based human smuggling kingpin 'Turko' pleads guilty to trafficking 20,000 people into US
Eduardo Domingo Renoj-Matul, the leader of a massive Los Angeles-based human smuggling organization in operation for at least 12 years, pleaded guilty Friday to federal charges and faces life in prison.
Eduardo Domingo Renoj-Matul, the leader of a massive Los Angeles-based human smuggling organization in operation for at least 12 years, pleaded guilty Friday to federal charges and faces life in prison.
Casey Wasserman’s LA28 leadership challenged in postponed city council vote
The Los Angeles City Council postponed a resolution expressing concern over LA28 Chairman Casey Wasserman’s ties to Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein until March 13.
The Los Angeles City Council postponed a resolution expressing concern over LA28 Chairman Casey Wasserman’s ties to Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein until March 13.
LISTEN: Britney Spears arrest dispatch audio released
Singer Britney Spears was arrested in Ventura County for suspected DUI after she was allegedly spotted by CHP officers speeding and weaving in her BMW Wednesday night.
Singer Britney Spears was arrested in Ventura County for suspected DUI after she was allegedly spotted by CHP officers speeding and weaving in her BMW Wednesday night.
2026 LA Marathon guide: Course map, schedule, street closures and more
Here's your complete guide to the 2026 Los Angeles Marathon happening this weekend, including the race course map, full schedule of events, and a detailed list of road closures.
Here's your complete guide to the 2026 Los Angeles Marathon happening this weekend, including the race course map, full schedule of events, and a detailed list of road closures.
Villanueva challenges Luna as LA County primary field takes shape
Former Sheriff Alex Villanueva joins eight challengers filing to run against Robert Luna in the June 2 LA County primary election.
Former Sheriff Alex Villanueva joins eight challengers filing to run against Robert Luna in the June 2 LA County primary election.
Animal advocates raise alarm over abuse cases involving dogs, cats in South Los Angeles
Volunteers in South Los Angeles say they are finding dogs and cats beaten, shot and dumped in alleyways, raising concerns about ongoing animal abuse.
Volunteers in South Los Angeles say they are finding dogs and cats beaten, shot and dumped in alleyways, raising concerns about ongoing animal abuse.
Cats found severely abused across Los Angeles
Volunteers in South Los Angeles say they are finding dogs and cats beaten, shot and dumped in alleyways, raising concerns about ongoing animal abuse.
Volunteers in South Los Angeles say they are finding dogs and cats beaten, shot and dumped in alleyways, raising concerns about ongoing animal abuse.
Animal abuse on Skid Row and in South Los Angeles
Volunteers in South Los Angeles say they are finding dogs and cats beaten, shot and dumped in alleyways, raising concerns about ongoing animal abuse.
Volunteers in South Los Angeles say they are finding dogs and cats beaten, shot and dumped in alleyways, raising concerns about ongoing animal abuse.
Huntington Park parents protest possible closure of middle school after charter denial
Huntington Park parents are angry after Prepa Tec Middle School was denied charter certification due to low test scores and administrative issues.
Huntington Park parents are angry after Prepa Tec Middle School was denied charter certification due to low test scores and administrative issues.
Parents protest possible closure of middle school
Huntington Park parents are angry after Prepa Tec Middle School was denied charter certification due to low test scores and administrative issues.
Huntington Park parents are angry after Prepa Tec Middle School was denied charter certification due to low test scores and administrative issues.
Man charged for Long Beach DUI crash that killed toddler
Lamont Ivan Russell faces murder and DUI charges Thursday following a deadly crash into a Long Beach porch.
Lamont Ivan Russell faces murder and DUI charges Thursday following a deadly crash into a Long Beach porch.
Jonathan Rinderknecht's lawyers want case dropped
Defense attorneys are calling for the case against 30-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht, who is charged in connection with the deadly Palisades Fire, to be dismissed.
Defense attorneys are calling for the case against 30-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht, who is charged in connection with the deadly Palisades Fire, to be dismissed.
Jonathan Rinderknecht: Defense attorneys seek dismissal of charges in deadly Palisades Fire case
Defense attorneys are calling for the case against 30-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht, who is charged in connection with the deadly Palisades Fire, to be dismissed.
Defense attorneys are calling for the case against 30-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht, who is charged in connection with the deadly Palisades Fire, to be dismissed.
LAX increases security presence amid rising US-Iran tensions
Los Angeles Airport Police have increased patrols and terminal security at LAX following recent U.S. and Iranian military actions in the Middle East.
Los Angeles Airport Police have increased patrols and terminal security at LAX following recent U.S. and Iranian military actions in the Middle East.
12 alleged 18th Street gang members arrested in LA on murder, drug charges
Twelve alleged 18th Street gang members were arrested in Los Angeles as part of “Operation Dead Horse," a federal case alleging racketeering, extortion, drug trafficking and a 2022 murder connected to MacArthur Park.
Twelve alleged 18th Street gang members were arrested in Los Angeles as part of “Operation Dead Horse," a federal case alleging racketeering, extortion, drug trafficking and a 2022 murder connected to MacArthur Park.
Man charged with murder in Long Beach DUI crash that killed toddler
Lamont Ivan Russell faces murder and gross vehicular manslaughter charges after allegedly driving drunk and reversing into a group of people in Long Beach.
Lamont Ivan Russell faces murder and gross vehicular manslaughter charges after allegedly driving drunk and reversing into a group of people in Long Beach.
Husband and wife found dead in Porter Ranch murder-suicide case identified
The LAPD has identified Zaven Shahverdi and Melina Avanosian as the victims of a suspected murder-suicide in a Porter Ranch home on Como Lane earlier this week.
The LAPD has identified Zaven Shahverdi and Melina Avanosian as the victims of a suspected murder-suicide in a Porter Ranch home on Como Lane earlier this week.
Universal Studios debuts 'Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift' ride vehicles
Universal’s first high-speed outdoor coaster pulls up this summer, led by a collection of sleek ride vehicles designed for ultimate velocity.
Universal’s first high-speed outdoor coaster pulls up this summer, led by a collection of sleek ride vehicles designed for ultimate velocity.
Rogue Waymo causing traffic jams in Culver City
Waymo autonomous vehicles are reportedly stalling at Washington and Robertson in Culver City, causing major traffic delays and drawing criticism from local residents.
Waymo autonomous vehicles are reportedly stalling at Washington and Robertson in Culver City, causing major traffic delays and drawing criticism from local residents.
Fierce Santa Ana winds to batter Southern California through the weekend
Powerful Santa Ana winds could gust up to 60 mph across Southern California, raising the risk of downed trees, power outages and hazardous travel.
Powerful Santa Ana winds could gust up to 60 mph across Southern California, raising the risk of downed trees, power outages and hazardous travel.