Investigators search California home in Kristin Smart case

Authorities are searching an Arroyo Grande home in connection with the disappearance of Kristin Smart nearly 30 years ago.

Feds probe LAUSD over alleged reassignment of teachers accused of sexual misconduct

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating LAUSD policies regarding the reassignment of teachers accused of sexual misconduct and Title IX violations.

Arrest made in Playa del Rey hit-and-run that killed father and 1-year-old son

Authorities announced an arrest in connection with a hit-and-run crash that killed a man and his 1-year-old son in Playa del Rey over the weekend.

Arrest made in deadly hit-and-run crash
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A suspect was arrested after a 25-year-old man and his 1-year-old son were killed in Playa del Rey over the weekend.

LAPD sued over Flock Safety license plate cameras

A local watchdog group is suing the LAPD for allegedly failing to release records on its years-long partnership with Flock Safety and its license plate reader network.

Vacant Fairfax lot draws homeless, safety concerns after sale

A vacant lot in the Fairfax District near Melrose Avenue has drawn ongoing concerns from neighbors, who say homeless encampments, garbage and safety issues persist despite periodic cleanups.

Investigation shuts down 210 Freeway
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A police investigation forced the 210 Freeway to shut down near Sylmar.

Tanner Horner sentenced to death for the murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand

After just a few hours of deliberation, jurors sentenced Tanner Horner to death for the murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand in Wise County in 2022.

'Ringleader' of child fight club sentenced to 30 days in jail

An Arkansas school director has been sentenced to jail and probation for orchestrating a child fight club. The sentencing follows allegations that the director acted as the "ringleader" of organized brawls between minors on school grounds.

1 arrested after Melrose Avenue break-ins
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Multiple businesses along Melrose Avenue on the Fairfax District were hit by burglars. 

Fairfax smash-and-grab spree leaves shattered storefronts, one suspect in custody

Multiple businesses, including Milk Bar and LALA's Argentine Grill, were targeted in a series of early morning break-ins along Melrose Avenue in the Fairfax District.

Man arrested after deadly hit-and-run crash in Van Nuys

A man was arrested following a deadly hit-and-run crash at a busy Van Nuys intersection, officials said.