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Southern California is expected to experience much hotter temperatures, potentially reaching 105 degrees due to a building ridge of high pressure this week. Elevated fire weather conditions are also anticipated across the region after a brief cooling trend.

A 27-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of burglarizing a home reportedly belonging to Kim Kardashian in the Calabasas area. Officials from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department responded to the location at the request of security guards.

Verizon restored its internet service Sunday night after alleged vandalism damaged fiber lines. The incident caused widespread outages across Southern California, specifically affecting wireless internet in the greater Los Angeles area. A Verizon spokesperson confirmed that service was fully restored around 7:30 p.m.

Southern California is experiencing a dangerous heat wave with triple-digit temperatures and poor air quality. Temperatures in Lancaster and Palm Springs reached 97 and 103 degrees, respectively, by midmorning. Heat alerts are expected to continue through the weekend.

Southern California is experiencing the most extreme days of an extended heat wave, with officials warning about dangerous beach conditions. A ridge of high pressure is responsible for the heat, and monsoonal moisture may temporarily increase humidity.

Police investigated reports of shots fired at a WinCo Foods supermarket in Pomona early Wednesday morning. Employees were evacuated, and a perimeter was established by Pomona police. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. at the store located at 90 Rio Rancho Drive.

Three men were found dead in a Hollywood-area apartment, prompting a homicide investigation. Los Angeles Police Department officers discovered the bodies during a welfare check at an apartment on Wilcox Avenue near Cahuenga Boulevard late Tuesday night.

Residents in West Los Angeles are frustrated by recurring disturbances and vandalism attributed to homeless individuals. Homeowner Sassan Nedjati reported that the issues have worsened over time, with recent incidents escalating in frequency and severity.

A group of dirt bike riders, including some performing wheelies, approached dangerously close to an allegedly armed suspect fleeing police on the 110 Freeway near North Hollywood. The high-speed pursuit, which lasted over an hour, began just after 5:15 p.m., according to LAPD statements to KTLA.

11 partygoers were arrested after a violent gathering in the Inland Empire, where some individuals attacked police officers in San Bernardino. The incident occurred on the 500 block of West 9th Street, and the San Bernardino Police Department confirmed the arrests to KTLA.

A new water main break forced the closure of Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood days after a major rupture caused flooding. The incident occurred one week after a previous rupture released millions of gallons of water into the streets, with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power confirming the latest break to KTLA.

A video shows Jackie, a bald eagle in Big Bear, engaging in a confrontation with two subadult bald eagles near Dana Point Park on Big Bear Lake's north shore. Wildlife officials rescued Jackie, who sustained no serious injuries according to experts.

A suspect evaded authorities by jumping headfirst off a bridge during a chase. Deputies observed a 2004 Chevy Malibu traveling at 75 mph in a 45 mph zone. The incident was captured on video.

Southern California is under a heat advisory starting Wednesday, with dangerous heat expected through Monday. The hottest days may be today and tomorrow, according to KTLA’s Kirk Hawkins.

The California DMV director informed lawmakers of a potential criminal investigation into irregularities found in approximately 11,000 written driver’s license tests. The DMV shared a copy of the letter with KTLA, which was sent by Director Steve Gordon to the State Senate Transportation committee.

Avery Truesdale, 19, died by suicide at Los Angeles City Hall on July 15. The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed he jumped from the observation deck, and the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office identified him.

Lifeguards in Newport Beach, Southern California, conducted approximately 100 rescues due to dangerous surf and rip current conditions. The National Weather Service issued a safety alert for beachgoers amid the high surf.

A street takeover in Los Angeles' Boyle Heights neighborhood resulted in a robbery and attempted shooting early Monday morning. The incident occurred near Whittier Boulevard and Lorena Street at approximately 2:20 a.m., with a Hispanic man identified as the victim.

An Uber rider claims their Tesla driver was asleep during a July 6 trip from Yorba Linda to Santa Ana while using Full Self-Driving mode. The customer provided video evidence and details to KTLA.

Multiple chaotic street takeovers occurred overnight across the Los Angeles area, as captured in video obtained by KTLA. Law enforcement provided limited details, and at least four incidents were recorded, including one at Main and Albertoni with numerous cars near the intersection.

A water pipe rupture near the intersection of Venice Way and Main Street in Venice caused flooding that damaged homes, with some areas submerged in up to 5 feet of water. Damages are estimated in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.

The San Andreas Fault, stretching 800 miles across California, hasn't triggered a major earthquake in decades, leading scientists to warn the region may be due for the next 'Big One.' A recent study by San Diego State University Professor Emeritus Patrick Abbott indicates the San Andreas and San Jacinto faults are nearing critical stress levels.

A man wanted on a felony warrant attempted to evade law enforcement by swimming in the Pacific Ocean for 90 minutes before being subdued by lifeguards and taken into custody. The suspect resisted capture, swam approximately a mile, and was eventually surrounded by lifeguards and officers near a sheriff's boat.

A 2-year-old boy was killed in a firearm-related accident at a Highland apartment complex in San Bernardino County near Pacific Street and Victoria Avenue just before 5:30 p.m., as confirmed by law enforcement officials to KTLA. Details of the incident remain limited.

A water main break caused flooding in West Hollywood streets near Holloway Drive and Sunset Boulevard early Thursday morning, trapping cars and turning roads into rivers. The rupture was reported around 3 a.m. and described as a significant infrastructure issue.

Costco has introduced a new hot food court menu item at California locations, which has become popular despite minimal promotion. KTLA contacted multiple Los Angeles County locations, including Woodland, to confirm the item's availability.

Fullerton police engaged in a standoff with an armed suspect at a strip mall on Sunday morning. The suspect entered a business around 10:30 a.m. and refused to exit, prompting a police response at the 110 block of Orangethorpe Avenue.

Southern California faces dangerous heat, humidity, and thunderstorms through the weekend and into next week. Heat advisories remain in effect, with inland communities expected to experience high temperatures.

Southern California's extreme heat will continue through Friday, with cooler temperatures and possible thunderstorms arriving this weekend. Forecasters note the high-pressure ridge contributing to the heat, and KTLA's Kirk Hawkins highlighted the intensity of summer conditions in interior areas.

Trump Accounts, funded with taxpayer dollars, provide $1,000 to children born during President Donald Trump's current term to prepare for future retirement. The program was activated over the weekend and is explained by KTLA's David Lazarus.

Top AI companies are shifting their stance on mass layoffs as public perception of artificial intelligence becomes negative. Initially, the AI industry promoted AI technologies to businesses as beneficial for employers.

Southern California is experiencing a heat advisory with temperatures nearing triple digits, ending the comfortable Fourth of July weather. A meteorologist from KTLA noted a shift in the weather pattern leading to challenging conditions this week.

Smoke from Fourth of July fireworks caused poor air quality in Southern California Sunday morning, with an air quality alert initially set for 10:45 a.m. but expected to extend into the afternoon. Forecasters warned the smoky air could linger, compounded by approaching triple-digit heat.

A 2-year-old boy was rescued from a pool by his sister in Orange, California, and is expected to survive after being submerged for two to four minutes. The Orange City Fire Department confirmed the incident to KTLA.

A mother and daughter were found alive and well after going missing on a hiking trail in San Bernardino County's San Gorgonio Wilderness. The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department confirmed they were uninjured and walked out on their own.

New homeowners in Southern California discovered skeletal human remains in their backyard, prompting an investigation by Apple Valley deputies. A 19-year-old son found the remains over the weekend after purchasing the property.

A 13-year-old boy exited his ride vehicle on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure before the end of the attraction on June 21, prompting a cast member to stop the ride. The incident occurred at Disneyland, and the boy was taken to the hospital.

A 2-year-old child is in critical condition after a single-vehicle crash in Lakewood, Los Angeles on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. on Del Amo Boulevard, east of Knoxville Avenue, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

Southern California is expected to experience temperatures near 100 degrees next week, prompting an extreme heat watch for inland areas from Tuesday through Thursday night. The warning is due to a strengthening ridge of high pressure, as reported by KTLA forecaster Kirk Hawkins.

Gunfire erupted in a residential alleyway in Torrance, resulting in one person being detained. Surveillance footage shows two men in the alley, with one appearing to hold a gun.