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'Homelessness Is Endangering Lives': Councilman On Palisades Fire

Councilman Joe Buscaino said the homelessness crisis is destroying neighborhoods in the wake of the Palisades Fire.

Cars Damaged, Shot Out Windows On 91 Freeway

CHP seeks the public’s help in identifying where and when their cars were damaged by a bb or pellet gun.

Corruption At The DMV: Manager Admits To Bribery Scheme

A fifth Los Angeles County DMV Employee has pleaded guilty to her role in a widespread bribery scheme.

Supervisors Slam LASD For Stonewalling Records Requests

Citing failures to fulfill records requests regarding deputy shootings and misconduct, County leaders may strip the department's authority.

Orange County Moves Into Yellow Tier, Supervisors Criticize State

Supervisors Do & Wagner shared their distaste of the state's ongoing mask mandate while the newest supervisor Foley questions

9 Orange County Students Win 'Live Mas' Taco Bell Scholarships

Students from Aliso Viejo, Irvine, Laguna Hills, Newport Beach, Orange & Yorba Linda earned scholarships from the Taco Bell Foundation.

Danny Masterson Rape Trial: Woman Delivers Tearful Testimony

A woman testified Tuesday that Masterson waved a gun in her face while he raped her at his Hollywood Hills home in 2003.

Waters Accuses Fox News Of Endangering Her Life With False Story

"I am going to pursue the fact that Fox News charades as a news organization," said Rep. Maxine Waters.

3 Santa Monica Companies Among 2021’s Best Workplaces: Inc.

Inc. magazine revealed its 2021 picks this week, recognizing 429 of the best places to work in the United States, according to the ranking.

Durst Killed Best Friend To Cover Up Wife's Murder: Prosecutors

A defense attorney for the real estate scion told jurors he stumbled upon his friend's body and panicked but had no role in her death.

Behind LA County's Decision To Keep Mask Mandates

The coronavirus vaccine is like "a suit of armor," acknowledged LA County's public health director. Something else makes unmasking risky.

Abducted 5-Year-Old Boy Still Missing Two Weeks Later, LASD Says

Five-year-old Kamilo Sanders was taken from a business in East Los Angeles May 4, according to sheriff's investigators.

'Roxie's Wish' Bill Passes To Honor Pasadena Drowning Victim

Assemblyman Chris Holden authored the bill that proclaims every third week in May as "Roxie's Wish: Drowning Prevention Week for Children."

Weekend Plans? Watch A Drive-In Movie In The South Bay

Roadium Open Air Market & Drive-In presents its Friday night flicks with the Disney musical "Enchanted."

Woman Shot By Man Knocking At Her Front Door In Alhambra

According to police, a man knocked on a door in Alhambra, asked for the resident by name, and shot her repeatedly when she came to the door.

Diamond Bar Mulls No-Confidence Vote Against DA George Gascón

Diamond Bar could join Beverly Hills, Covina and Whittier in opposing reforms made by L.A. County's district attorney.

RPV City Council Will Discuss Ladera Linda Center, Park Financing

The Rancho Palos Verdes City Council Tuesday will discuss financing options for the Ladera Linda Community Center and Park Project.

Celebrate These 2021 Culver City Graduates

Congratulations to the class of 2021. Share why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Culver City Patch.

Mobile Vaccination Center Stops Near Sherman Oaks This Week

Vaccines are now available to children 12 years or older.

Ventura Line Adds Saturday Service To Northridge, Chatsworth

Starting May 29, hop on the train in Northridge and Chatsworth, with child and weekend pass discounts available.

North Hollywood Company Among 2021’s Best Workplaces: Inc.

Inc. magazine revealed its 2021 picks this week, recognizing 429 of the best places to work in the United States, according to the ranking.

Feds: Alleged Drug Dealers In Fatal Overdoses Charged In 11 Cases

Federal authorities are pursuing charges in 11 criminal cases involving alleged drug dealers who sold drugs in fatal overdoses.

Landlord Agrees To Resolve Tenant Harassment, Eviction Claims

A Santa Monica landlord agreed to resolve tenant harassment claims of displaced tenants during work like carpet replacement or painting.

Redondo Beach City Manager Joe Hoefgen To Retire

Redondo Beach City Manager Joe Hoefgen announced Monday that he plans to retire.

Landslide Road Work Underway In Rancho Palos Verdes

Landslide road work is underway Tuesday in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Venice Company Among 2021’s Best Workplaces: Inc.

Inc. magazine revealed its 2021 picks this week, recognizing 429 of the best places to work in the United States, according to the ranking.