Americans Lost $20B To Online Crime: Check Your State’s Ranking

See which states lost the most, who’s most vulnerable, and how to protect yourself from becoming the next victim.

Broken Water Main Leaves Gaping Hole In Porter Ranch Intersection

"It was scary to know it was happening right behind my house," said Rebecca Russell, who lives right next to the crater-like hole.

Person Injured At Big Rig/Vehicle Crash on Freeway in Mission Hills

A person at the scene was being medically assessed for transport to a hospital.

Coyote Finally Catches Road Runner In Wild LA Photo

On "Looney Tunes," Wile E. Coyote never had much luck catching Road Runner. But one real-life canine was more successful.

San Fernando Valley Non-Citizen Charged With Fraudulently Registering To Vote

Darwin Jonathan Rivera Flores, of Winnetka, is charged with two felonies: false claim to U.S. citizenship and fraudulent voter registration.

San Fernando Valley Earthquake Resistant Water Pipe "Will Bend Instead Of Break" Officials Say

"The harder something is, the more likely it is to shatter like glass," David Hanson, LADWP interim general manager, said.

Bear Faces Off With 2 Coyotes In Valley Driveway: Video

A homeowner said he had never seen a bear in his neighborhood in more than four decades of living there.

Cal State Northridge Receives $1 Million In STEM Funding

The money was presented by Rep. Luz Rivas, D-Arleta, co-chair of the House's STEM Education Caucus.

Simi Valley Nanny Suspected Of Abuse After Infant Is Hospitalized: Police

A Simi Valley woman was arrested on suspicion of felony child endangerment after infant in her care was hospitalized with injuries.

'WTF:' Michael J. Fox Not Dead Despite The News | Fatal Plane Crash | Flags To Honor Our Fallen: Patch PM

Prime Suspects Caught With $1M In Stolen Lego Sets: Police | Arrest Made In Fatal Stabbing At Metro Station | 3 Arrested In Child Abuse Case

Chatsworth Student Killed In Malibu Crash

A 16-year-old Sierra Canyon School student was killed when a Tesla went over the side of Malibu Canyon Road last week.

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Northridge? Tell Us About It!

Kindness takes many forms — big and small — and shows up all around Northridge.

Firefighters Find Dead Person Inside Burning Car In Northridge: Officials Say

A Los Angeles Fire Department arson investigator and Los Angeles police responded to the scene, officials said.

Missing 76-Year-Old With Dementia, Alzheimer’s Last Seen In Northridge. Have You Seen Her?

The woman was last seen in Northridge on Saturday, police say.

Mystery Millionaire: $4.6M Lottery Ticket Sold In Valley Still Unclaimed

Nearly four months after the winning ticket was sold, the player has yet to come forward — and time is running out.

Boy, 5, Who Wandered From After-School Program Unnoticed, Found A Mile Away: Report

The boy's father told The Santa Clarita Valley Signal that the family’s nanny spotted the boy alone and brought him home.

818 Day Celebrated In San Fernando Valley

"The SFV's vibrant neighborhoods, commercial centers, parks, restaurants and small businesses make LA the great city that it is," Bass said.

Hiker With Leg Injury Airlifted From Chatsworth Park

The woman was hoisted into a hovering helicopter and taken to a hospital in fair condition.

Wildlife Crossing's Final Stage Of Construction Begins

The 101 Freeway crossing will be the largest bridge of its kind in the world, and a global model for urban wildlife conservation.

Large Bear And Coyote Sidekick Stake Out Valley Neighborhood

A large black bear has been spotted over the course of several nights in a Burbank neighborhood.

Missing Woman Last Seen In Woodland Hills

A 54-year-old woman considered at-risk has been missing for nearly a week, and authorities are asking for help finding her.

Easter Brunch And Events In And Around Northridge And Chatsworth

Easter Sunday is right around the corner. Do you know where you're toasting the holiday?

Body Found In Ditch Believed To Be Missing 13-Year-Old

The FBI and Los Angeles Police Department are investigating the disappearance of 13-year-old Oscar Omar Hernandez.

Islamophobia Hits Record High in 2024, California Leads In Cases

The Council on American-Islamic Relations called a report on in anti-Muslim discrimination complaints arming.

Valley Actress Heads To Oscars On A Roll With Independent Spirit Award

San Fernando Valley native, Mikey Madison, earned an Independent Spirit Award for Best Actor Saturday for her turn in “Anora.”

Man And Woman Arrested In Ambush Killing Of Doctor Have Long Records

Nearly four months after a popular San Fernando Valley doctor was shot outside his clinic, police arrested two people on suspicion of murder

Vicious Pit Bull Granted Reprieve After Biting Woman

A judge allowed the condemned dog named Conan to live under certain conditions.

Suspicious Item Shuts Down 118 Freeway Ramp

An LAPD bomb squad robot secured the item, and investigators determined the item was a length of pipe that posed no danger.

Northwest San Fernando Valley To Get License Plate Readers

Police and city leaders hailed the readers as a crime-fighting tool to help keep the community safe.

Should You Hire Movers or Move Yourself?

When it comes to moving, one of the biggest decisions you'll face is whether to hire professional movers or tackle the move on your own.

Chiquita Canyon Landfill May Have To Pause Morning Work Over Odor

The South Coast Air Quality Management District will consider pausing operations between 7 to 10 a.m. when the trash odor is strongest.

Celebrate All Things San Fernando Valley With 818 Day Holiday Weekend

This year, the holiday devoted to horning the San Fernando Valley will take place at Westfield Topanga with games, music and local eats.

Mountain Lion Kills Pit Bull In LA County

The dog was being walked by her owner when the fatal attack occurred. The lion was captured on camera.

LA's First Self-Sustaining Park Breaks Ground In San Fernando Valley

Caballero Creek Park will run on solar power with captured water.

Like, Gag Me With A Spoon. The Valley Accent Is Totally Gnarly For AI

If you live in the Valley, Siri might have trouble understanding what exactly you're asking, a new survey says.

Northridge Preschool Teacher Is 'Amazing Educator'

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Northridge Preschool Teacher's Commitment To Students Is 'Unwavering'

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Man Killed By Train In Northridge Identified

A man was struck by a Metrolink train Monday between the Chatsworth and Northridge stations.

'Remarkable' Bear Can't Seem To Quit The Valley

From Claremont to Malibu and the forest to the valley and back again and again, the bear dubbed Yellow 2291 might have something to teach us

Northridge Albertsons, West Hills Vons To Be Sold During Merger

The companies unveiled which stores will be sold to other companies as they seek approval for the largest grocery merger in U.S. history.

Leak Triggers Hazmat Response At North Hills Food 4 Less Store

People exposed to the leak in the store were treated at the scene Monday.

Longevity Breakthroughs to Help You Live Longer

The Livelong Newsletter provides tips to help you extend your life, improve your health, and grow your happiness.