Record Heat Returns to SoCal Wednesday Thru Friday
Temperatures across Southern California will continue warming Wednesday, with highs expected to surge well above normal later this week and potentially break records across the region, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters said a strengthening high-pressure system over Southern California will bring the hottest conditions Wednesday through Friday. High temperatures Thursday are expected to…
Man Fatally Shot in Bellflower
Homicide detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Wednesday are investigating the death of a man who was found shot in Bellflower and the suspected shooter is on the loose. Deputies from the department’s Lakewood Station were called at approximately 12:17 a.m. Wednesday to the 14000 block of Bellflower Boulevard, north of Rosecrans Avenue…
Hurt Driver Crashes Bullet-Riddled Maserati in Panorama City
An investigation was underway Wednesday into a shooting involving a Maserati driver who was wounded before crashing in Panorama City. The crash was reported about 7 p.m. Tuesday near Ventura Canyon Avenue and Cantara Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The luxury car ended up on the sidewalk with bullet riddled windows and…
$533M Mega Millions Jackpot Won in Illinois
The jackpot for Friday’s Mega Millions drawing will be $50 million after a ticket with all six numbers in the latest drawing was sold in Illinois. The owner of the ticket has the option of receiving an estimated $533 million in 30 graduated annual installments or a lump sum cash payment of $244.2 million, according…
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Record Heat Returns to SoCal Wednesday Thru Friday
Temperatures across Southern California will continue warming Wednesday, with highs expected to surge well above normal later this week and potentially break records across the region, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters said a strengthening high-pressure system over Southern…
DA Charges Florida Woman Who Shot at Rihanna’s Home with Attempted Murder
A Florida woman who allegedly opened fire with a rifle on singer Rihanna’s home in the Beverly Crest area of Los Angeles was behind bars Wednesday after being charged with attempted murder and multiple firearms-related offenses. Los Angeles County Superior…
Average LACo Gas Price Are Highest Amount Since April 2024
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose Wednesday to its highest amount since April 24, 2024, increasing 3.7 cents to $5.376. The average price has risen 20 of the past 21 days,…
Fatal Shooting in Bellflower
Homicide detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Wednesday are investigating the death of a man who was found shot in Bellflower and the suspected shooter is on the loose. Deputies from the department’s Lakewood Station were called at…
Verdict in Ye’s Trial Over Unpaid Contracting Fees to be Read Wednesday
The verdict will be read Wednesday in the lawsuit by a handyman who alleges he was not fully compensated for work overseeing a renovation project at the Malibu mansion of rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West. Plaintiff Tony Saxon maintains in his Los Angeles Superior Court lawsuit that Ye, 48, agreed to pay him…
Agoura Road Closes Wednesday for Wildlife Crossing Work
Agoura Road in Agoura Hills will be fully closed Wednesday as construction continues on the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing. The closure is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday between Rondell Street and Hydepark Drive, according to Caltrans. “The closure will allow crews to safely perform concrete placement as part of ongoing construction of…
Career Criminal Faces Sentencing for Hurling Molotov Cocktail at Hotel Near LAX
A career criminal who hurled a lit Molotov cocktail at a Los Angeles hotel where federal agents were staying during immigration enforcement operations over the summer faces sentencing Wednesday. Eric Anthony Rodriguez, 40, an apparent transient, pleaded guilty in September 2025 to a federal count of possession of an unregistered destructive device. Prosecutors are recommending…
LAPD Arrest Several Alleged Gamblers Outside Possible Illegal Gambling Room in Westlake
Several people were taken into custody Wednesday outside what police say is an illegal gambling room in Westlake. .Los Angeles Police Department officers from the department’s Rampart Division responded at 1 a.m. Wednesday to Eighth and Bonnie Brae streets regarding an assault with a deadly weapon call, an LAPD spokesman told City News Service. Additional…
Woman Dies in Crash After Running Red Light in DTLA
A 23-year-old woman who was killed after she ran a red light and crashed into another vehicle in downtown Los Angeles was identified by county authorities Wednesday. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office identified the victim as Jessica Szarvath. The crash was reported at 9:34 p.m. Sunday at the intersection of Washington Boulevard and…
RivCo Public Safety Exec Formally Begins Campaign for Judicial Seat
A Riverside County public safety executive and former assistant district attorney will formally inaugurate her campaign Wednesday for an open judicial seat, pitting her against two defense attorneys seeking the same spot on the bench. Michelle Paradise, who will be retiring soon as assistant county executive officer for public safety, will be in the running…
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