Following Protest and Police Raid, UCLA Hosts Remote Classes

UCLA was again conducting remote classes and maintaining limited campus operations Friday, one day after more than 200 people were arrested during the clearing of a pro-Palestinian encampment that left extensive damage to two major campus buildings. According to the sheriff’s department, a total of 209 people were arrested during the law enforcement raid on […]

Two Killed, Suspect Injured in Santa Ana Storage Facility

Homicide detectives were continuing their investigation Friday into a bloody scene at a storage facility in Santa Ana, where a woman and her uncle were found dead and her boyfriend — the suspected assailant — was left in critical condition. Police found the victims about 4:25 p.m. Thursday at the storage unit in the 1200 […]

Deputy Shoots Suspect in La Puente; Man Currently in Stable Condition

A Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputy in La Puente Friday shot a man who was allegedly armed with a metal paint roller, authorities said. The man, about 40 to 45 years old, was listed in stable condition at a hospital, according to the Sheriff’s Information Bureau. The shooting was reported at 1:25 a.m., and […]

Lakers Fire Coach Darvin Ham Following Playoff Elimination

Days after the team was eliminated in the first round of the NBA Playoffs by the Denver Nuggets, the Los Angeles Lakers Friday fired coach Darvin Ham. “We greatly appreciate Darvin’s efforts on behalf of the Lakers and recognize the many accomplishments achieved over the past two seasons, including last year’s remarkable run to the […]

`Sick-Out’ Protest by Metro Bus Drivers Prompts Transit Delays

An apparent sick-out by Metro bus drivers in response to concerns about safety on the transit system was prompting delays on a series of bus lines Friday. Metro issued alerts to riders throughout the morning warning of possible “significant delays” on select bus lines “due to staff shortages.” As of 9 a.m., affected lines includes […]

LAPD Detective Charged in Off-Duty Hit-and-Run

A Los Angeles Police Department detective was charged Friday with an off-duty hit-and-run in an incident on the Golden State (5) Freeway one year ago. Detective Stephanie Carrillo was driving an unmarked police vehicle on May 3, 2023, when she “allegedly rear-ended a civilian’s vehicle causing damage,” Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón said […]

Man Killed in Car Shootout in Granada Hills Area

Authorities Friday sought public help in connection with the shooting death of a 19-year-old man in a vehicle-to-vehicle shooting in the Granada Hills area. The Los Angeles Police Department was seeking any potential witnesses who were in the area of Braemore Road between Tampa Avenue and Reseda Boulevard between 11:30 p.m. Tuesday and 12:55 a.m. […]

Universal Studios Announces 2026 for `Fast & Furious’ Roller Coaster Opening

Universal Studios Hollywood announced Friday a 2026 opening for its first-ever high-speed outdoor roller coaster, while also confirming it will be titled “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift.” Based on the hit film series, the coaster will feature cars that can spin 360 degrees “as they rocket along an elaborate track meticulously constructed with sound reduction […]

Suspect Arrested for December 2023 Fatal Long Beach Shooting

A parolee has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the December 2023 shooting of a man in Long Beach that also left another man injured, authorities said Friday. Officers dispatched about 10:20 p.m. on Dec. 21, 2023, to a shooting in the 200 block Eagle Street located two men suffering from gunshot […]

Body Found in L.A.’s Garment District

A man was found dead Friday inside a building in the Garment District of Central Los Angeles. Fire officials were notified at 8:44 a.m. Friday by the Los Angeles Police Department of a person found not breathing at 944 E. Pico Blvd., according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. Paramedics and firefighters dispatched to the […]

Former Building and Safety Worker Settles Whistleblower Suit vs. City

A former Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety employee has settled his lawsuit alleging that he was ousted in 2019 after raising concerns at the agency about overcharging of customers and other issues. Steve Ongele, a former bureau chief with the department, filed a whistleblower retaliation suit in Los Angeles Superior Court in January […]