18-year-old killed in multi-vehicle crash in South LA

The 18-year-old killed in a six-car crash in South LA on Tuesday has been identified as Juan Sanchez Salas.

Chicago man killed in South LA hit-and-run; $50,000 reward offered for info

A $50,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of the driver who fatally struck Jose Melesio, a Chicago Cubs fan who was in Los Angeles during the Dodger-Cubs series last week.

Suspect allegedly armed with box cutter at South LA shopping center arrested: LAPD

During the standoff, a shopping center was evacuated and nearby Augustus F Hawkins High School was placed on lockdown. The suspect was eventually taken int custody.

Armed burglary suspect shot by LAPD officer
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An investigation continues after an alleged armed suspect was shot by an LAPD officer in South LA on Friday morning. 

Alleged knife-wielding burglary suspect shot by police in South LA

An investigation was underway in South Los Angeles after an alleged armed burglary suspect was shot by by an LAPD officer.

Woman killed in South LA hit-and-run crash
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A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle in South Los Angeles early Thursday morning, officials said. 

Neighbors frustrated with crime at abandoned South Los Angeles building

Neighbors near an abandoned building in South Los Angeles say ongoing criminal activity and fires have gone unaddressed by the city.

Neighbors frustrated with crime at vacant building
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Neighbors near an abandoned building in South Los Angeles say ongoing criminal activity and fires have gone unaddressed by the city.

Amber Alert canceled: 3-year-old Messiah Evans found safe in Gardena

3-year-old Messiah Evans was found safe Tuesday morning after being abducted in South Los Angeles, according to authorities.

No place to park: Families in South LA and Compton face street return as funding dries up

Dozens of people living in their cars in South Los Angeles and Compton could soon lose access to safe, designated parking sites as funding cuts threaten to shut down the program by the end of June.

Parents sound alarm over dangerous homeless encampment near South LA elementary school

Parents and residents near 61st Street Elementary School say a nearby homeless encampment continues to create unsafe conditions for children despite repeated complaints and a recent cleanup.

South Los Angeles family challenges account of fatal LAPD shooting

While police report the suspect was armed and noncompliant, the family and their attorneys claim video evidence shows the man was walking away from officers when they opened fire.

Family ID's mom of 3 as woman found in storm drain
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Jameelah Robinson, 43, has been identified as the woman found living inside deplorable conditions inside a storm drain in Los Angeles.

LA Mayor addresses storm drain encampment
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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass addresses the now-viral storm drain homeless encampment.