Ex-LAPD officers gets life for Bitcoin home invasion
Eric Halem, 38, was sentenced to concurrent life terms after being found guilty of kidnapping and robbery in a brief jury verdict following a two-week trial. Superior Court Judge Mildred Escobedo denied a late request for a new trial, citing Halem's willingness to use violence out of "sheer and utter greed." He will be eligible for parole in seven years.
Eric Halem, 38, was sentenced to concurrent life terms after being found guilty of kidnapping and robbery in a brief jury verdict following a two-week trial. Superior Court Judge Mildred Escobedo denied a late request for a new trial, citing Halem's willingness to use violence out of "sheer and utter greed." He will be eligible for parole in seven years.
El Niño, climate change expected to bring record-breaking heat
So far this is only the third-hottest year, behind 2024 and 2025, climate statistics show.
So far this is only the third-hottest year, behind 2024 and 2025, climate statistics show.
Do not share fake images of Jackie the bald eagle
As internet-famous bald eagle Jackie receives treatment for anemia, the Ojai Raptor Center is urging the public to avoid spreading unverified rumors and fake AI-generated images. Amid a global outpouring of well wishes, the center warned that internet misinformation can spread quickly and be mistaken for fact before accurate updates can be released.
As internet-famous bald eagle Jackie receives treatment for anemia, the Ojai Raptor Center is urging the public to avoid spreading unverified rumors and fake AI-generated images. Amid a global outpouring of well wishes, the center warned that internet misinformation can spread quickly and be mistaken for fact before accurate updates can be released.
LA City Council approves funds to hire consultant to tackle homelessness
The City Council voted unanimously (14-0) to approve a motion by President Marqueece Harris-Dawson, directing the city administrative officer to hire expert consultants to help design a new homelessness agency structure and implementation plan, with results to be reported to the council and Mayor Karen Bass.
The City Council voted unanimously (14-0) to approve a motion by President Marqueece Harris-Dawson, directing the city administrative officer to hire expert consultants to help design a new homelessness agency structure and implementation plan, with results to be reported to the council and Mayor Karen Bass.
251 dogs found at Linda Blair's Acton rescue site
Actress Linda Blair was cited for operating an animal facility without a license and exceeding the number of animals allowed in a residence after inspectors found 251 dogs at her Acton animal rescue, Los Angeles County officials said Tuesday.
Actress Linda Blair was cited for operating an animal facility without a license and exceeding the number of animals allowed in a residence after inspectors found 251 dogs at her Acton animal rescue, Los Angeles County officials said Tuesday.
Man drowns in Laguna Beach
His identity has not been released.
His identity has not been released.
Missing Big Bear camper found dead
A preliminary investigation by local authorities shows no initial signs of foul play surrounding his death.
A preliminary investigation by local authorities shows no initial signs of foul play surrounding his death.
Chino Hills murder suspect pleads not guilty
Jianquan Bo, 66, pleaded not guilty to a murder charge in Rancho Cucamonga following a fatal shooting last week. Although investigators state his older brother fired the shot that killed 60-year-old Shukur Aikebaer in front of San Bernardino County deputies, Bo is still facing murder charges for his involvement in the incident.
Jianquan Bo, 66, pleaded not guilty to a murder charge in Rancho Cucamonga following a fatal shooting last week. Although investigators state his older brother fired the shot that killed 60-year-old Shukur Aikebaer in front of San Bernardino County deputies, Bo is still facing murder charges for his involvement in the incident.
Tesla crashes into Orange home following high-speed police chase
A Tesla crashed into a home and garage near Chapman Avenue and Canyon View Drive in Orange overnight.
A Tesla crashed into a home and garage near Chapman Avenue and Canyon View Drive in Orange overnight.
Van Nuys kidnapping under investigation after home invasion: LAPD
The LAPD is investigating a kidnapping that is possibly linked to a home invasion in the Van Nuys area.
The LAPD is investigating a kidnapping that is possibly linked to a home invasion in the Van Nuys area.
Kidnapping investigation underway in Van Nuys
An alleged kidnapping linked to a home invasion was underway in Van Nuys on Wednesday morning.
An alleged kidnapping linked to a home invasion was underway in Van Nuys on Wednesday morning.
Victorville father speaks out after driver runs red light, killing wife and 2 children in Apple Valley
A Victorville father is speaking out after a driver ran a red light in Apple Valley, triggering a fatal crash that killed Desert Valley Hospital nurse Theodora Wilson and her two young children.
A Victorville father is speaking out after a driver ran a red light in Apple Valley, triggering a fatal crash that killed Desert Valley Hospital nurse Theodora Wilson and her two young children.
Car crashes into homes in Orange
Several homes were damaged during a high-speed crash in Orange.
Several homes were damaged during a high-speed crash in Orange.
Possible kidnapping suspect arrested after chase in LA County
The pursuit started in Anaheim and ended in the Compton area.
The pursuit started in Anaheim and ended in the Compton area.
Alleged kidnapping suspect arrested after police chase in LA County
A police chase that began in Anaheim ended on the 91 Freeway in Compton where CHP officers took an alleged kidnapping suspect into custody and found a child in the van.
A police chase that began in Anaheim ended on the 91 Freeway in Compton where CHP officers took an alleged kidnapping suspect into custody and found a child in the van.
Long Beach installing 18 speed cameras
Long Beach is launching an 18-camera Speed Safety System pilot under AB 645 to reduce excessive speeding in school zones and high-injury corridors.
Long Beach is launching an 18-camera Speed Safety System pilot under AB 645 to reduce excessive speeding in school zones and high-injury corridors.
Man with loaded gun who allegedly monitored security at Trump golf club faces federal charges
Jeanine John Taele faces federal gun charges after allegedly monitoring security and carrying a loaded firearm at Trump National Golf Club before the president's visit for a GOP event Tuesday night.
Jeanine John Taele faces federal gun charges after allegedly monitoring security and carrying a loaded firearm at Trump National Golf Club before the president's visit for a GOP event Tuesday night.
Man arrested with gun at Trump golf club due in federal court
Jeanine John Taele, 38, of Downey was charged Tuesday in federal court with possession of an unregistered short-barreled rifle, a felony facing up to 10 years in prison.
Jeanine John Taele, 38, of Downey was charged Tuesday in federal court with possession of an unregistered short-barreled rifle, a felony facing up to 10 years in prison.
Victorville dad mourns wife, 2 children
Felix Valenzeula discusses his unimaginable loss of losing his wife and the couple's two children to a crash in Apple Valley.
Felix Valenzeula discusses his unimaginable loss of losing his wife and the couple's two children to a crash in Apple Valley.
Car-hauling truck slams into apartment building
A large tow-truck slammed into an apartment building in Panorama City.
A large tow-truck slammed into an apartment building in Panorama City.