Trump Administration Accuses Caltech Of Possible Visa Fraud

Vice President JD Vance claimed the Pasadena university was exploiting the J-1 special visa program.

Meet Estuardo Mazariegos, Candidate For LA City Council's District 9

Estuardo Mazariegos told Patch why he should be elected to the City Council. The general election is on Nov. 3, 2026.

Meet Barri Worth Girvan, Candidate For LA City Council's District 3

Barri Worth Girvan told Patch why she should be elected to the City Council. The general election is on Nov. 3, 2026.

Teen Cheerleader Murder Trial Begins: Defense Says Killing Was Impulsive

The defense admits the suspect killed the LA County cheerleader but says he acted impulsively during a sudden quarrel.

Meet John McKinney, Candidate For Los Angeles City Attorney

John McKinney told Patch why he should be elected as LA city attorney. The general election is on Nov. 3, 2026.

Mayor Slams Return Of Garbage At LA 'Trash House' As Legal Battle Continues

The property has been cleared multiple times, but garbage has returned once again.

Jeanie Buss Siblings File Opposition To Her Efforts To Block Laker Sale

If the Buss Family Trust sells its remaining shares, Jeanie Buss would be ineligible to serve on the board of governors.

LAPD, Feds Target Skid Row Drug Dealers

The LAPD described a sophisticated criminal enterprise that in some instances was "generational."

Tropical Storm Rachel Threatens Southern California: What To Know

It's been almost a century since a tropical storm hit SoCal, bringing a combination of tropical swells, high tides, winds and downpours.

Jellyfish Invasion | Chef Arrested In Kidnapping | Airport Rampage | Souplantation's Return: Patch PM

Earthquake Simulator Will Bring Magnitude 7.0 Shaking To LA | Bobcat Burned In Camp Pendleton Fire Released Back Into Wild | Seafood Fest

Earthquake Simulator Will Bring Magnitude 7.0 Shaking To LA

California officials are touring the state with a simulator designed to let people experience the feeling of a massive earthquake.

Manson Family Member Wins New Parole Recommendation In Notorious Murder Case

The former Charles Manson follower is serving a life prison term for her role in the 1969 Tate-LaBianca murders.

Man Accused Of Shooting Culver CityBus Driver Charged With Murder

Jose Antonio Zayas, 55, of Los Angeles, could face life in prison without the possibility of parole if convicted of last Thursday's killing

Trump Administration Targets LAUSD Policy On Disclosing Students’ Gender Identity To Parents

The U.S. Department of Education says it has partnered with federal prosecutors to target school district policies that violate federal law.

LA Eyes Private Donations To Help Maintain Sixth Street Bridge

Since opening in 2022, the $588 million bridge has been faced with graffiti, copper-wire theft and other upkeep problems.

Privacy Concerns Stall LAPD Plan For License Plate Cameras On Streetlights

The cameras would be clamped onto the tops of streetlights and draw power from the lights' electricity.

New LA Wildfire Report Has 175 Findings, 266 Recommendations; County Promises Action

County officials are reviewing the report, commissioned by the Governor's Office and released Friday.

LA County Board Approves Expansion Of Contact Visits For Detained Youth

The law makes appropriate physical contact during in-person visits a legal right for incarcerated youth across California.

Plan To Expand LA's Homeless Camping Ban Stalls Over Cost, Enforcement Concerns

City officials have defended the law as a public-safety measure.

LA County Eyes Ban On Massive Data Centers Over Water, Energy Concerns

The proposal would prohibit large-scale data centers in every zone of unincorporated Los Angeles County.

LA County To Pay $2M Over Red-Light Crash Caused By Sheriff’s Deputy

A county investigation determined that the deputy caused the collision by failing to yield to oncoming traffic.

2 Banned Words Put LA City Council In First Amendment Fight

Free speech groups say the city’s rule violates the First Amendment by barring certain words at public meetings.

Nick Reiner Fights To Keep Grand Jury Records Sealed In Parents’ Murder Case

The upcoming hearing centers on whether grand jury transcripts in the murder case against Nick Reiner will remain sealed.

LAPD Union To Spend Millions Fighting LA Fire Department Tax Measure

The union representing police officers plans to fight against a proposed sales tax increase to support the LAFD.

Record-Breaking October Heat Wave Refuses To Let Go Of Los Angeles

Downtown LA has endured a record five straight days of triple-digit heat, while another daily temperature record fell Tuesday.

LAFD Air Drop Helps Stop Elysian Park Brush Fire

The fire broke out early Wednesday morning.

California Democrats demand Trump apologize after remarks about Los Angeles, San Diego

Lofgren, Padilla, Schiff and Sherman join California Democrats in rebuking the president’s comments about two of the state’s largest cities.

‘House Of Horrors’: Couple Arrested In Abuse Case Involving 13+ Surrogate-Born Children

Prosecutors are seeking $100 million bail for each parent in what they called an unprecedented child abuse case.

Census Rule That Could Exclude Some Immigrants Sparks LA County Backlash

The proposal would exclude some immigrants from population totals used to divide seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Teen's Fatal Fall At LA High School Ruled Suicide; Family Says He Was Bullied

The student's death has been ruled a suicide.

Owners Lose Fight To Demolish Marilyn Monroe’s Final LA Home

The owners argued Monroe’s connection to the home was too limited to justify landmark status, but a judge rejected their case.

Leslie's Pool Supplies To Close 5 LA County Stores Amid Bankruptcy

The California-born retail giant is closing 26 California stores as part of a nationwide restructuring plan.

Jimmy John’s Gives Its Famous Pickles a Sweet and Spicy Twist

Perfect for sandwiches, game day treats, or on their own

Leslie’s Pool Supplies Chain To Close 26 CA Stores Amid Bankruptcy

The California-born retail giant is closing 26 California stores as part of a nationwide restructuring plan.

59 Pallets Of Stolen Nike Shoes, Yeti Products, Vacuums Seized In LA County Cargo Theft Bust: Police

The items, worth $1 million, were found inside a retail store, police said.

Rabid Raccoon Found In LA County For First Time In More Than 50 Years

It marks the first time a rabid raccoon has been found in LA County in more than half a century.

10 LA County Beaches Unsafe For Swimming Due To Bacteria Levels

Recent testing revealed several local beaches have bacteria levels that exceed health standards, officials said.

Man Admits To Throwing Molotov Cocktails At LA Federal Building

The man threw the devices at the building hours after setting his own apartment on fire, prosecutors said.

Burbank Airport Holds Ribbon-Cutting For New Terminal

The brand-new terminal at the Burbank Airport is getting ready to welcome passengers.

'Creepy, Weird, Disturbing' Campaign Ad By Candidate For CA Governor Draws GOP Condemnation

The campaign ad is getting plenty of attention as California's race for governor heats up.