2 Charged for Johnny Wactor Murder, 2 Hit With Lesser Counts

Two people allegedly tied to the shooting death of former “General Hospital” actor Johnny Wactor were charged with murder and other counts Monday, with one of them facing a special circumstance allegation that could land him in prison without the chance of parole. Two other suspects were hit with lesser counts. The most serious case […]

Mayor Bass Will Speak at DNC

Mayor Karen Bass is scheduled to speak during Monday evening’s opening night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, discussing her relationship with Kamala Harris and touting what she sees as her past efforts on behalf of Los Angeles and its residents. Bass has known Harris since the mayor was speaker of the Assembly from […]

Man Sentenced 7 Years for Role in Stolen Check Scheme

A South Los Angeles man was sentenced Monday to seven years and three months in federal prison for his role in a scheme that siphoned more than $2.7 million from banks and credit unions by depositing checks stolen from the mail into accounts belonging to accomplices recruited through Instagram. Carlos Corona, 36, was also ordered […]

Injury Traffic Crash Reported in North Hollywood Area

A vehicle hit a traffic pole in the North Hollywood area Monday, leaving at least one person injured. The crash was reported about 1:15 p.m. in the 11000 block of West Victory Boulevard, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. Firefighters were sent to free one or more people trapped in the wreckage, the LAFD […]

Murder Suspected Arrested in Westminster

A man has been arrested and booked on suspicion of murder in the death of another man in Westminster, police said Monday. Officers were summoned at about 5:45 a.m. Saturday to the 9200 block of Bolsa Avenue regarding a man down and found the victim bleeding from the head, according to the Westminster Police Department. […]

Two Fatalities in Lancaster Crash

Two people were killed Monday in a multi-vehicle crash in the Lake Los Angeles area southeast of Lancaster. Paramedics were sent to East Palmdale Boulevard and 152nd Street East about 11:40 a.m., according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department. Two people died at the scene, the county fire department reported. Information was not immediately […]

Black Firefighter Alleges She Was `Blackballed’ for Discrimination Complaints

A Black female firefighter has sued the city of Los Angeles, alleging her complaints about gender and race discrimination left her “blackballed” and shattered her hopes of being promoted to captain. Afara Lalaind’s Los Angeles Superior Court lawsuit alleges discrimination, retaliation and failure to prevent discrimination. She seeks unspecified damages. “Plaintiff ‘s reputation has been […]

Homeless Man Fatally Shot in Long Beach

A homeless man was fatally shot in Long Beach, and an investigation was underway, authorities said Monday. Officers were sent to the 600 block of East South Street about 7 a.m. Sunday, according to the Long Beach Police Department. “Upon arrival, officers located a male adult victim with gunshot wounds to his upper body,” police […]

Tow Truck Driver Seriously Injured in Costa Mesa Crash

A tow truck driver reportedly lost his left leg when a sedan reportedly driven at a high rate of speed crashed into his tow truck during a multi-vehicle collision in Costa Mesa Monday morning. The first report to the California Highway Patrol was at 2:30 a.m. Monday about a two-door sedan hitting the right shoulder […]

2 Motorists Killed in Two-Vehicle South LA Crash ID’d

Authorities Monday identified two motorists who were killed in a two-vehicle crash in the Vermont Knolls community of South Los Angeles. Firefighters and paramedics were dispatched at 5:03 a.m. Sunday to 959 W. Manchester Ave., according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. Carlos Rompich-Cobach, 54, and Nordarrion Braswell, 31, both of Los Angeles, died at […]

Angeles Crest Highway Partially Closing for Repairs

A section of Angeles Crest Highway will be closed on Tuesday in the Angeles National Forest for roadway repairs, Caltrans announced Monday. The closure of the roadway, also known as State Route 2, will take place between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Tuesday between Mt. Wilson Red Box Road and Upper Big Tujunga Canyon Road. […]