Widespread DWP Outages Slam Los Angeles

Thousands were without power Sunday morning, and residents are asked to do their part by conserving energy during the heatwave.

Hollywood Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

The helpers are the people who make life better. Nominate your Local Heroes to give them the recognition they deserve, presented by Ring.

Perseid Meteor Shower: Where To See ‘Fireballs’ Near Hollywood

The annual Perseid meteor shower is known as the “fireball champion” of meteor showers and can be seen near Hollywood.

19th Amendment's 100th Anniversary: August 30 Virtual Celebration

Sandy Banks of the Los Angeles Times will host a virtual forum starting at 2 p.m.

MOCA Launches Warhol, Ono & Other Artist-Designed Face Masks

Fundraising sales of the limited-time collection are underway online at Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles.

Dog Rescued From Fire | Jarring Quake | Cop Bar Party? | Patch PM

Frank Ocean's Younger Brother Killed In Crash | LAUSD Reaches Deal With Teachers For Online Learning | Culver City OIS | Patch PM

Melrose Trading Post Flea Market Reopens With Tight Safety Guidelines

Organizers say pre-pandemic they had 250 vendors. There was about half the number on Sunday, but the market says it is looking for more.

Frank Ocean's Younger Brother Killed In Crash: Reports

Ryan Breaux, 18, and his former Oaks Christian High School classmate Ezekial (Zeek) Bishop, 20, died in a crash in Westlake Village Sunday.

Car Careens Into Hollywood Store

There were people inside the store at the time, but none of them were struck. No one in either vehicle was injured either.

Mars Rover Perseverance Launches Into History

Made at Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, the rover is the most technologically advanced machinery ever sent to the Red Planet.

Texas Man Charged With Murder In Shooting Of Girl In Hollywood

According to investigators, the man pulled out a gun during a fight, firing multiple times and hitting two bystanders.

Bridge Shelter For Homeless Opens Up In Los Feliz

It's the 19th such shelter to open in the city, it includes beds, meals, a pet care area and office space for residents and staff.

52-Year-Old Cold Case Solved |LA Shutdown Not Imminent | Patch PM

Jazz Bakery Hosts Live 'Concerts At Home' Series | PD Investigate 'Only White Lives Matter' Hate Crime | DUI Checkpoint | Patch PM

Comet Flyby| Child Molester Who Vowed To Attack Again | Patch PM

Priscilla Presley Speaks Out On Grandson's Death | Immunity In Recovered Coronavirus Patients May Outdoor Dining Options Expand | Patch PM

Earthquake Fault Runs Under Hollywood Skyscrapers Project: State

The state Geological Survey warned the city that planned skyscrapers next to the Capitol Records Building would sit atop an active fault.

Hollywood Water Main Break Floods Garage, Closes Street

A water main break Saturday in east Hollywood left an underground garage flooded, 30 customers without water service, and a street closed.

Protests Against Police Violence Continue In LA County Saturday

Demonstrators will again gather throughout the Southland Saturday for more protests challenging systemic racism and police brutality.

More Protests In LA County Saturday Despite Heat, Virus Surge

Southland demonstrators will take to the streets again Saturday to protest racism, the deaths of Andres Guardado and George Floyd, and more.

Downtown Disney Reopens | 'Glee' Star Presumed Drowned | Patch PM

Another Whole Foods Worker Tests Positive For COVID-19 | OC Sheriff Explains His Stance On Masks As Death Toll Spikes | Patch PM

Outbreak Threatens School Reopenings| Tainted Flutes | Patch PM

7 Restaurants Close Due To Coronavirus Exposure | Laugh Factory Unveils Black Lives Mural | Suspected Kitten Killer Arrested | Patch PM

Laugh Factory Unveils Massive Black Lives Matter Mural

The 148-foot-long mural was painted by five Black artists in tribute to Black Lives Matter movement.

Kitten Killer Caught On Video | Summer Fun | Patch PM

2 Arrests Made In Santa Monica Store Lootings | County To Fine, Close Restaurants Flouting COVID-19 Health Orders | Patch PM

Traffic Sign In Hollywood Changed To Say ‘Amerikkka Sucks’

It’s not clear how anyone gained access to the sign’s machinery since it was protected by a combo lock.

LA Skywriting Protest To Target Immigration Detention Centers

Fleets of skywriting planes on Friday will leave messages above immigration detention centers in an effort to protest conditions inside.

Being Caught Maskless In West Hollywood Will Cost You $300

The sheriff's West Hollywood Station said deputies will begin citing people caught flouting mask mandates in the city.

Fireworks In Hollywood July 4th 2020 Canceled: See Area Events

Fourth of July fireworks & parades are canceled, but nearby towns are getting creative with live & virtual ways to celebrate.

Another Weekend Of Police Protests Begins In LA County

Protests against police brutality and systemic racism resumed in the Southland Saturday for a fifth weekend, with no signs of waning.

Airbnb To Help LA Keep Track Of Local Bookings

Airbnb announced a registration system that will help the city keep track of short term rental, which host 2 million visitors annually in LA

Supervisor Kathryn Barger Ties Coronavirus Spike To Protests

“I definitely think there’s a direct correlation between the protesters and the spike,” Barger said.

Proposed LAPD Budget Cut Would Mean Fewer Than 10K Officers

A City Council-proposed effort to cut the LAPD budget by between $100-150 million could mean limits on overtime and staffing reductions.

LA Bars To Reopen | Juneteenth Beach Meditation | Patch PM

Mom Of Homicide Victim Blazes Forward For Son's Legacy | Police Locate Woman Suspected In Racist Tirades | Patch PM

County To Give Free Lunches To Kids At 49 LA Parks

The grab-and-go meal program aims to offer healthy food to children suffering food insecurity during the pandemic.

New Round Of Protests In LA County Sunday

Another round of protests is expected across the Southland Sunday, amid fresh outrage over the death of a 24-year-old Palmdale man.

LA County YMCAs To Reopen Gyms Later This Month

The YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles will begin reopening gym facilities that were closed due to the coronavirus beginning June 22.

More Protests Expected Across LA County Saturday

More than a dozen demonstrations against police violence will continue across the Southland Saturday. Follow the latest here.

Racist Tirade | Petition Decries Disneyland Reopening | Patch PM

Mountain Lions Force Closure Of Popular Park | Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's Son Arrested In San Clemente Stabbing | Patch PM

LA County Hits All-Time High For New Coronavirus Cases

As expected, the rate of COVID-19 transmission is spreading more quickly in LA County two weeks after shutdown orders began easing.

More Reopenings | Coronavirus Spreading Faster | Patch PM

Officials Say No Prosecution Planned Against Protesters | Church Bells To Toll For Floyd | 60-Hour Week | Brush Fires | Patch PM

Virtual Dog Training Course For Kids Offered By SPCALA

As families plan their pandemic summer, virtual dog training for kids has been added to the menu.

As Protests Rage On, LA Curfew Violators Won't Be Prosecuted

Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer​ announced plans for a diversionary program for protesters arrested for curfew violations.