The Inhumane Failure of LA’s Homelessness Programs
IAUDIT! - Last year, I wrote about the hellish conditions in many local homeless shelters. Unsanitary facilities, assaults, property crime, and a lack of support services are common throughout the shelter system. In August 2025, independent reporter Sam Quniones detailed the dangerous conditions at a shelter in Los...
Heavy rain expected to soak Southern California during Christmas holiday
By the weekend, rainfall totals could range between 4 to 8 inches across coastal and valley areas and between 8 to 12 inches across the foothills and mountains, the NWS says.
Stolen Ambulance Chase Ends in Arrest After Bizarre Freeway Pursuit Across Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County, California – A dramatic and unusual police pursuit unfolded Friday night after a suspect stole a Los Angeles Fire Department ambulance and led authorities on a lengthy chase from the San Fernando Valley into the Antelope Valley, according to law enforcement. The incident began in Northridge,...
Sherman Oaks woman crashes into burglar’s car after they tried to steal from her...
The intense security camera footage shows the woman's G-Wagon slamming into the burglar's car outside of her home. Seconds later, three people can be seen running from the area on foot.
“Phil Roman Square” in Toluca Lake dedicated to influential animator and director
The six-time Emmy Award-winner has had a hand in countless animated greats over the decades, from "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" to several of the Peanuts specials, including 'You're a Good Sport, Charlie Brown," and directing all 12 of the Garfield specials.
El Sereno man sentenced to prison in the death of his 15-month-old son
El Sereno—An El Sereno man pleaded no contest to second-degree murder in connection with his 15-month-old son's death just over 4 1/2 years ago. Jose Juan Herrera, now 38, was immediately sentenced to 15 years to life in state prison, according to Assistant Head Deputy District Attorney Jonathan Hatami.
Teen Fatally Shot in South Whittier Identified
A 19-year-old man who was killed during a gang-related, drive-by shooting in the unincorporated South Whittier area was identified by county authorities Monday. The shooting was reported at about 5:30 p.m. Saturday in the 10000 block of Mills Avenue, near Mulberry Drive, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s...
‘Call of Duty’ Co-Creator Vince Zampella Killed in Car Crash
The video game world is mourning the loss of Vince Zampella, a foundational figure whose work helped shape modern shooters and blockbuster franchises. According to NBC Los Angeles , Zampella, best known for his role in building Call of Duty into a global phenomenon, died on Sunday, December 21, at age 55 after a...
Man hospitalized after Los Angeles County deputy opens fire in Bassett
A man is in the hospital after being shot by a deputy following a disturbance call at a business in Bassett on Sunday evening.
Missing woman with Alzheimer’s, dementia last seen in Northridge
A Silver Alert has been issued for a 76-year-old woman who went missing Saturday afternoon in Northridge, police said. According to the Los Angeles Police Department Devonshire Division, Linda Semerciyan was last seen between 2 and 4 p.m. on Dec. 20 in the 11400 block of Porter Ranch Drive. Semerciyan is described as...
