DOJ charges 15 in $2 billion California healthcare fraud takedown

Federal prosecutors charged 15 people—including six medical professionals—in $2 billion worth of health care fraud schemes involving sham sober homes, unnecessary heart surgeries, and fake hospice care.

Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas charged with drug trafficking and money laundering: DOJ

Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, one of the state's most influential Democrats, was charged Thursday in connection with an alleged role leading a criminal enterprise that acquired and distributed large quantities of marijuana and laundered the proceeds, according to federal authorities.

Crews rescue several people from the Pacoima Wash
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Several homeless people were rescued by LA City crews in the San Fernando Valley as rain continued to hit the area. 

LA healthcare fraud takedown results in 15 arrests
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The Justice Department charged 15 people—including six healthcare workers—for allegedly running $2 billion in fraudulent medical schemes, including fake addiction treatment, unnecessary artery surgeries, and bogus hospice services.

Ex-Eminem employee pleads guilty to federal copyright law after selling unreleased tracks

The 48-year-old Oakland County man made copies of at least 10 different audio tracks created by Eminem before selling them online. He earned tens of thousands of dollars on the sales before they were released on public streaming platforms.

Long Beach warns waterfront neighborhoods of flooding risk
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City officials urged residents of the Peninsula, Alamitos Bay, Naples Island and Belmont Shore to take precautions against localized flooding caused by rainfall and elevated tides.

Federal crackdown uncovers $135M Medicare surgery fraud scheme in Los Angeles

Dr. Hany Malek and Dr. Harold Tabie are facing federal charges for an alleged $135 million Medicare fraud scheme involving unnecessary arterial surgeries, illegal kickbacks, and fraudulent PPP loans.

Americans could be detained for years in popular travel destination, officials warn

Americans traveling to China are being warned about the possibility of detention, electronic surveillance and restrictions that could keep them from returning home.

Husband who claimed ICE took wife charged with murder
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Sacramento authorities arrested Gurinder Gill on suspicion of murder after his wife, Jasmine Gill, went missing on September 30.

LA doctor, chiropractor indicted in $135M fraud scheme
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Federal authorities have arrested an LA cardiothoracic surgeon and a chiropractor for allegedly running a $135 million Medicare fraud scheme.  Officials say Dr. Hany Malek and his business partner Dr. Harold Tabaie lured patients with illegal kickbacks—like free groceries and gift cards—to perform dangerous, unnecessary leg surgeries that left victims in permanent pain. 

Storm brings heavy rain to San Fernando Valley
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Dry and warmer conditions are expected to return Friday and continue through the weekend, with a weak Santa Ana wind pattern developing as the storm moves out.

Long Beach bracing for more high surf, rain
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Approaching King Tides, scheduled for October 26 through 28, threaten further coastal flooding and structural damage.

Long Beach residents demand permanent coastal protections as King Tides approach

Long Beach Peninsula residents are demanding long-term coastal protection as an $11.4 million sand dredging project races to safeguard damaged homes ahead of upcoming King Tides.

2 teen girls arrested in alleged Corona High School revenge shooting plot

Authorities disrupted an alleged mass shooting plot at Corona High School, arresting two 15-year-old female students after digital communications were flagged by Meta and the FBI.

LA City Council votes to identify $460,000 for public bank study amid budget concerns

The LA City Council voted 11-3 to identify $460,000 for a feasibility study on establishing a city-owned public bank. Supporters say a public bank could help finance affordable housing, small businesses and infrastructure while keeping more money local.

City-run bank study passes LA City Council
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The Los Angeles City Council voted 11-3 to identify $460,000 for a feasibility study on establishing a city-owned public bank. Supporters say a public bank could help finance affordable housing, small businesses and infrastructure while keeping more money local.

Rain signals historic El Niño storms
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Long Beach leaders held a meeting to address the potentially historic El Niño winter storms.