LAPD struggles to contain burglary spike despite increased patrols

LAPD continues to investigate a series of overnight burglaries in Studio City and Toluca Lake as residents demand more security.

San Fernando Valley burglary spike: String of break-ins prompt increased patrols

The LAPD is investigating an attempted burglary in Sherman Oaks as city leaders surge patrols to stop a persistent string of home invasions in the San Fernando Valley.

Bass orders LAPD patrol surge in San Fernando Valley following burglary spree

Mayor Karen Bass has directed the LAPD to increase patrols and deploy air support along Ventura Boulevard following a series of high-profile home burglaries in the San Fernando Valley.

Firefighters rescue family dog from Sherman Oaks house fire

LAFD firefighters saved a family's dog and contained a house fire in Sherman Oaks after a pine tree and power lines caught fire.

VIDEO: Organized smash-and-grab crews target two businesses in Sherman Oaks

Organized criminal crews used power tools to rob Toy Mandala and a Sherman Oaks Macy's in a series of high-value smash-and-grab burglaries, according to police.

Bail set over $10M for Florida woman accused in Rihanna's house shooting

The suspect accused of firing shots into Rihanna's LA home over the weekend was identified by the LAPD as 35-year-old Ivanna Lisette Ortiz from Orlando, Florida. Her bail was set at $10,225,000.

Person killed on 101 Freeway in Sherman Oaks

A person was killed in a solo-vehicle crash on the northbound side of the 101 Freeway early Wednesday morning.

Suspect arrested in string of violent San Fernando Valley USPS mail carrier robberies

Andranik Naghdalyan was arrested in connection with five armed robberies of USPS carriers in Studio City, Valley Village, and Sherman Oaks, according to the LAPD.

Sherman Oaks home burglarized for 2nd time

The burglars reportedly got away with tens of thousands of dollars in purses, jewelry and other items from inside the home.

Elderly man, dog killed in hit-and-run in Sherman Oaks
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An elderly man and his dog were killed Tuesday night after being struck by a Maserati in a hit-and-run crash in Sherman Oaks.

LA Metro approves massive $25B underground rail line to bypass 405 Freeway

The Los Angeles Metro Board has unanimously selected an underground heavy rail route to connect the San Fernando Valley to the Westside, a transformative $25 billion project aimed at providing a high-speed alternative to the 405 Freeway.