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VAN NUYS, CA - FEBRUARY 14: Rebecca Grossman, left, and daughter heads to Van Nuys Courthouse West Van Nuys, CA. (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)
California

Grossman Trial Opens with Racing, Intoxication Allegations

Prosecutors say socialite and ex-boyfriend were street racing while drunk when two boys died in crosswalk collision.

50 minutes ago2 min read
VAN NUYS, CA - FEBRUARY 14: Rebecca Grossman, left, and daughter heads to Van Nuys Courthouse West Van Nuys, CA. (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)
California

Grossman Trial Opens: Racing, Intoxication Alleged in Boys' Deaths

Prosecutors say Rebecca Grossman and ex-boyfriend were street racing while drunk when her car killed two brothers in a crosswalk.

54 minutes ago2 min read
VAN NUYS, CA - FEBRUARY 14: Rebecca Grossman, left, and daughter heads to Van Nuys Courthouse West Van Nuys, CA. (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)
California

Grossman Trial: Racing Allegation in Deaths of Two Boys

Prosecutors allege Rebecca Grossman and ex-boyfriend were street racing while intoxicated when her car killed two brothers in a crosswalk.

59 minutes ago3 min read
VAN NUYS, CA - FEBRUARY 14: Rebecca Grossman, left, and daughter heads to Van Nuys Courthouse West Van Nuys, CA. (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)
California

Grossman Trial Opens With Racing Allegations in Boys' Deaths

Prosecutors say Rebecca Grossman and ex-boyfriend were street racing while intoxicated when her SUV killed two brothers in a Westlake Village crosswalk.

1 hour ago3 min read
An investigation is underway Friday morning after a suspect was shot by an Orange County deputy on a residential street in Lake Forest following a search after he allegedly caused a disturbance at his ex-girlfriend's house in Rancho Mission Viejo and brandished a firearm. The shooting happened at about 3:50 a.m. near the 21000 block of Rimgate Drive after deputies responded a call about a person who brandished a weapon to a resident in Rancho Mission Viejo.
California

O.C. Deputies Shoot Man in Critical Condition After Gun Incident

Lake Forest shooting followed domestic dispute involving firearm, authorities say.

1 hour ago1 min read
VAN NUYS, CA - FEBRUARY 14: Rebecca Grossman, left, and daughter heads to Van Nuys Courthouse West Van Nuys, CA. (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)
California

Fatal Racing, Shooting, Rescue: A Week in California Policing

Three unrelated incidents across the state highlight the breadth of law enforcement challenges, from street racing deaths to deputy-involved shootings and mountain rescues.

1 hour ago3 min read
K-9s Keva and Naji with their handlers from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
California

K-9s Credited With Saving Woman After 200-Foot Ravine Fall

Two search-and-rescue dogs tracked a missing hiker who plunged down a steep San Bernardino Mountains ravine, officials say.

1 hour ago2 min read
VAN NUYS, CA - FEBRUARY 14: Rebecca Grossman, left, and daughter heads to Van Nuys Courthouse West Van Nuys, CA. (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)
California

Rebecca Grossman Accused of Street Racing Before Fatal Crash

Prosecutors allege socialite and ex-boyfriend were racing while intoxicated when her vehicle killed two brothers in a crosswalk.

1 hour ago2 min read
A voter submits their ballot at an official ballot drop box at a polling location during early voting in Martinez, California, US, on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024. Donald Trump and his allies are telling supporters that they're on pace for a runaway victory barring fraud, setting the stage for outrage and legal challenges if the election doesn't break in favor of Republicans. Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images
California

California Voter ID Measure Clears Path to November Ballot

A Republican-backed initiative requiring photo identification to vote advances in a state that has long resisted such restrictions.

2 hours ago3 min read
An investigation is underway Friday morning after a suspect was shot by an Orange County deputy on a residential street in Lake Forest following a search after he allegedly caused a disturbance at his ex-girlfriend's house in Rancho Mission Viejo and brandished a firearm. The shooting happened at about 3:50 a.m. near the 21000 block of Rimgate Drive after deputies responded a call about a person who brandished a weapon to a resident in Rancho Mission Viejo.
California

Three Southern California Cases Show Range of Law Enforcement Work

A deputy shooting, a K-9 rescue, and an FBI missing-person probe highlight the region's public safety challenges.

2 hours ago3 min read
Naiping Hou is a 74-year-old male Chinese living in Rancho Cucamonga, California. He was last seen on March 18, 2025. Law enforcement went to Naiping's residence on May 4, 2025, to check on Naiping's welfare. Naiping was not located and evidence indicated Naiping may have been kidnapped. There has been unexplained and suspicious activity with Naiping's financial accounts and property; Draining of his accounts, unauthorized sales of his vehicles, gifting of items and the attempted renting of his home. Evidence suggests that individuals connected to the crime may have ties to both the Los Angeles area and the Inland Empire, although investigators are exploring all leads. The suspects are believed to be using sophisticated and deceptive tactics and are considered highly dangerous. An investigation has been launched by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.
California

FBI Joins Search for Missing SoCal Man Tied to Crypto Fortune

Federal agents team with San Bernardino County authorities in suspicious disappearance case that has alarmed the community.

2 hours ago2 min read
A voter submits their ballot at an official ballot drop box at a polling location during early voting in Martinez, California, US, on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024. Donald Trump and his allies are telling supporters that they're on pace for a runaway victory barring fraud, setting the stage for outrage and legal challenges if the election doesn't break in favor of Republicans. Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images
California

California Voter ID Measure Advances to November Ballot

The initiative marks a sharp policy turn in a state that has long opposed such requirements.

2 hours ago3 min read
Naiping Hou is a 74-year-old male Chinese living in Rancho Cucamonga, California. He was last seen on March 18, 2025. Law enforcement went to Naiping's residence on May 4, 2025, to check on Naiping's welfare. Naiping was not located and evidence indicated Naiping may have been kidnapped. There has been unexplained and suspicious activity with Naiping's financial accounts and property; Draining of his accounts, unauthorized sales of his vehicles, gifting of items and the attempted renting of his home. Evidence suggests that individuals connected to the crime may have ties to both the Los Angeles area and the Inland Empire, although investigators are exploring all leads. The suspects are believed to be using sophisticated and deceptive tactics and are considered highly dangerous. An investigation has been launched by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.
California

FBI Joins Search for Missing SoCal Man Tied to Crypto Fortune

Federal agents team with local authorities after Naiping Hou vanishes under suspicious circumstances, raising questions about a contested digital-currency windfall.

2 hours ago2 min read
An investigation is underway Friday morning after a suspect was shot by an Orange County deputy on a residential street in Lake Forest following a search after he allegedly caused a disturbance at his ex-girlfriend's house in Rancho Mission Viejo and brandished a firearm. The shooting happened at about 3:50 a.m. near the 21000 block of Rimgate Drive after deputies responded a call about a person who brandished a weapon to a resident in Rancho Mission Viejo.
California

O.C. Shooting, Mountain Rescue Show Range of Police Operations

A critical shooting in Lake Forest and a dramatic K-9 rescue in the San Bernardino Mountains illustrate the spectrum of law enforcement work across Southern California.

2 hours ago2 min read
An investigation is underway Friday morning after a suspect was shot by an Orange County deputy on a residential street in Lake Forest following a search after he allegedly caused a disturbance at his ex-girlfriend's house in Rancho Mission Viejo and brandished a firearm. The shooting happened at about 3:50 a.m. near the 21000 block of Rimgate Drive after deputies responded a call about a person who brandished a weapon to a resident in Rancho Mission Viejo.
California

Three Major Law Enforcement Incidents Unfold Across Southern California

A deputy-involved shooting, a dramatic mountain rescue, and a federal missing-person probe highlight the region's public safety challenges this week.

2 hours ago3 min read
A voter submits their ballot at an official ballot drop box at a polling location during early voting in Martinez, California, US, on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024. Donald Trump and his allies are telling supporters that they're on pace for a runaway victory barring fraud, setting the stage for outrage and legal challenges if the election doesn't break in favor of Republicans. Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images
California

California Voter ID Measure Advances to November Ballot

State voters will decide whether to require photo identification at polls, marking a major shift in election policy.

2 hours ago3 min read
Naiping Hou is a 74-year-old male Chinese living in Rancho Cucamonga, California. He was last seen on March 18, 2025. Law enforcement went to Naiping's residence on May 4, 2025, to check on Naiping's welfare. Naiping was not located and evidence indicated Naiping may have been kidnapped. There has been unexplained and suspicious activity with Naiping's financial accounts and property; Draining of his accounts, unauthorized sales of his vehicles, gifting of items and the attempted renting of his home. Evidence suggests that individuals connected to the crime may have ties to both the Los Angeles area and the Inland Empire, although investigators are exploring all leads. The suspects are believed to be using sophisticated and deceptive tactics and are considered highly dangerous. An investigation has been launched by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.
California

FBI Joins Search for Missing Southern California Man Tied to Crypto

Federal agents team with San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department to investigate the suspicious disappearance of Naiping Hou.

2 hours ago2 min read
An investigation is underway Friday morning after a suspect was shot by an Orange County deputy on a residential street in Lake Forest following a search after he allegedly caused a disturbance at his ex-girlfriend's house in Rancho Mission Viejo and brandished a firearm. The shooting happened at about 3:50 a.m. near the 21000 block of Rimgate Drive after deputies responded a call about a person who brandished a weapon to a resident in Rancho Mission Viejo.
California

California Law Enforcement: Shooting, Mountain Rescue Show Range

A deputy-involved shooting in Orange County and a K-9 mountain rescue in San Bernardino illustrate the spectrum of high-stakes police work.

2 hours ago2 min read
A voter submits their ballot at an official ballot drop box at a polling location during early voting in Martinez, California, US, on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024. Donald Trump and his allies are telling supporters that they're on pace for a runaway victory barring fraud, setting the stage for outrage and legal challenges if the election doesn't break in favor of Republicans. Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images
California

California Voter ID Measure Clears Path to November Ballot

Republican-backed initiative marks a major shift in a state that has long resisted identification requirements at the polls.

2 hours ago3 min read
A voter submits their ballot at an official ballot drop box at a polling location during early voting in Martinez, California, US, on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024. Donald Trump and his allies are telling supporters that they're on pace for a runaway victory barring fraud, setting the stage for outrage and legal challenges if the election doesn't break in favor of Republicans. Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images
California

California 2026: Voter ID Ballot Fight and L.A. Mayor's Race Heat Up

A November ballot measure on voter identification and a high-stakes Los Angeles mayoral contest are setting the tone for California's next election cycle.

2 hours ago3 min read
An investigation is underway Friday morning after a suspect was shot by an Orange County deputy on a residential street in Lake Forest following a search after he allegedly caused a disturbance at his ex-girlfriend's house in Rancho Mission Viejo and brandished a firearm. The shooting happened at about 3:50 a.m. near the 21000 block of Rimgate Drive after deputies responded a call about a person who brandished a weapon to a resident in Rancho Mission Viejo.
California

Three Law Enforcement Incidents Unfold Across Southern California

A deputy-involved shooting, a dramatic mountain rescue, and an FBI missing-person probe highlight the region's public safety challenges.

2 hours ago2 min read
Naiping Hou is a 74-year-old male Chinese living in Rancho Cucamonga, California. He was last seen on March 18, 2025. Law enforcement went to Naiping's residence on May 4, 2025, to check on Naiping's welfare. Naiping was not located and evidence indicated Naiping may have been kidnapped. There has been unexplained and suspicious activity with Naiping's financial accounts and property; Draining of his accounts, unauthorized sales of his vehicles, gifting of items and the attempted renting of his home. Evidence suggests that individuals connected to the crime may have ties to both the Los Angeles area and the Inland Empire, although investigators are exploring all leads. The suspects are believed to be using sophisticated and deceptive tactics and are considered highly dangerous. An investigation has been launched by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.
California

FBI Joins Search for Missing Southern California Man Tied to Crypto

Federal agents team with San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies to investigate the suspicious disappearance of Naiping Hou.

2 hours ago2 min read
K-9s Keva and Naji with their handlers from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
California

K-9s Find Woman Who Fell 200 Feet Down San Bernardino Ravine

Sheriff's deputies credit two search dogs with locating a missing hiker in a remote mountain rescue.

2 hours ago1 min read
Naiping Hou is a 74-year-old male Chinese living in Rancho Cucamonga, California. He was last seen on March 18, 2025. Law enforcement went to Naiping's residence on May 4, 2025, to check on Naiping's welfare. Naiping was not located and evidence indicated Naiping may have been kidnapped. There has been unexplained and suspicious activity with Naiping's financial accounts and property; Draining of his accounts, unauthorized sales of his vehicles, gifting of items and the attempted renting of his home. Evidence suggests that individuals connected to the crime may have ties to both the Los Angeles area and the Inland Empire, although investigators are exploring all leads. The suspects are believed to be using sophisticated and deceptive tactics and are considered highly dangerous. An investigation has been launched by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.
California

FBI Joins Hunt for Missing SoCal Man Tied to Crypto Fortune

Federal agents team with San Bernardino County deputies in what family members say involves a significant cryptocurrency fortune.

3 hours ago2 min read