Park rangers from the Department of Recreation and Parks made the arrests in coordination with the Los Angeles Fire Department's Arson Investigation Unit, according to the mayor's office.

Firefighters warned their chief that parts of the New Year’s Day “Lachman fire” in Pacific Palisades were still smoldering when they were ordered to leave — five days before it reignited into the deadly blaze, according to text messages.

After months of community concern, Councilwoman Imelda Padilla announced major progress in restoring one of the Valley’s most important green spaces.

The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Los Angeles County and parts of Southern California from 8 p.m. Monday to 3 p.m. Tuesday

Former LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner is expected to challenge Mayor Karen Bass in the 2026 election. Beutner, whose home was damaged in the Palisades Fire, accused Bass of a “failure of leadership” during the city’s response.

Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed SB 79, and Los Angeles residents are preparing their next move in the fight over local control and neighborhood zoning.

A San Fernando Valley man received four years and nine months in prison for running fake hospice companies that defrauded Medicare of nearly $16 million. He was also ordered to repay $3.2 million.

A Sherman Oaks woman will serve four months behind bars after admitting she falsely claimed her home was destroyed in the Palisades Fire to collect FEMA relief funds.

Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 79, a landmark housing measure that allows taller apartment buildings near major rail and bus rapid transit stops in California’s largest metro areas.

From the Lakers to the Rose Parade — Magic Johnson will serve as Grand Marshal for the 2026 Tournament of Roses, celebrating “The Magic in Teamwork.”

Los Angeles gas prices dipped slightly despite last week’s Chevron refinery explosion in El Segundo. The county average fell to $4.72 per gallon, marking the second consecutive drop after four small increases.

After 17 years without an increase, LA’s trash collection fees are going up. City Council voted 12–2 to approve the hike — part of Mayor Karen Bass’ plan to close a nearly $1 billion deficit.

The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously directed its attorneys to investigate claims that some plaintiffs in the county’s $4 billion sex abuse settlement may have been paid to file lawsuits.

BREAKING: Federal officials have arrested a 29-year-old Florida man in connection with the Palisades Fire — the January inferno that killed 12 people and destroyed more than 1,000 structures across Pacific Palisades.

City officials want to close the pay-to-park Metro lot and convert it into storage for impounded homeless vehicles — a plan critics say will eliminate a vital Park & Ride option for Valley commuters while doing little to address homelessness.

The L.A. City Council voted 14-0 to advance a zoning exemption ordinance for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games — a move that would fast-track construction for facilities like fan zones, media centers and security checkpoints.

After 40 years in operation, the Airtel Plaza Hotel and Conference Center will close permanently on October 12, 2025 — a move that reportedly blindsided Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA).

As copper wire thefts continue to plunge neighborhoods into darkness, L.A. leaders are urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign AB 476 — a bill aimed at cracking down on metal theft and strengthening enforcement across California.

Gas prices are ticking up again in Los Angeles County — averaging $4.73 per gallon today. Following last week’s explosion and fire at Chevron’s El Segundo refinery, analysts expect Southern California prices to rise in the coming days.

A former Los Angeles deputy mayor admitted to faking a bomb threat to City Hall. He’s now been sentenced to community service, fined $5,000, and placed on probation.