L.A. County

Southern California is experiencing a heat wave with triple-digit temperatures expected in inland areas, driven by a high-pressure system and Santa Ana winds. Heat advisories remain in effect until Friday, with elevated fire risks due to dry conditions. The Coachella Valley faces extreme heat warnings, with temperatures reaching 116°F.

L.A. County officials have reestablished a $20,000 reward to find a man suspected of causing a fatal crash in Long Beach that killed a father and daughter. The suspect is accused of crashing into an apartment, resulting in the deaths.

L.A. County offers a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a man suspected of killing a father and daughter in a Long Beach crash. County officials have reestablished the reward for the individual accused of causing the fatal crash.

A California judge ruled that home insurers can legally impose surcharges on policyholders for costs related to the January 2025 wildfires in L.A. County. The decision denied a petition seeking to halt these additional charges.

LA County has taken over management of its homeless spending from the LA Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), transferring oversight to a new county department led by Sarah Mahin. The shift follows audits and criticism of LAHSA's spending practices, with the new Homeless Services and Housing (HSH) department reporting faster response times and improved accountability.

Altadena residents have rallied behind SB 1090, a bill aimed at pausing multi-unit building projects in Los Angeles County to protect their community from dense developments.

LA County voters approved Measure ER, a 0.5% sales tax increase that will last five years and apply to nearly all purchases. The tax aims to address affordability concerns, though the title of the article suggests skepticism about its effectiveness.

Pasadena Now editors selected the top 20 most newsworthy stories of the week, including the School District's 'Transformation' Resolution approval, zero-tolerance fireworks enforcement, protection of Linda Vista park, LA County's fire recovery concierge program, and potential rescission of an Optimal School Size Resolution.

L.A. County certified 2,227,461 vote-by-mail, in-person, conditional, and provisional ballots for the 2026 primary election. The Los Angeles Times compared the certification process with previous midterm primaries.

L.A. County certified 2,227,461 ballots for the 2026 primary election, including vote-by-mail, in-person, conditional, and provisional ballots. The Los Angeles Times compared the certification process to previous midterm primaries, highlighting quicker counts and larger voter turnout.

The Los Angeles City Council voted to reinstate a law banning new oil drilling and phasing out existing wells over 20 years. The 2022 version was repealed after lawsuits, but a new state law now supports the effort, which faces opposition from oil companies claiming violations of property rights.

President Trump promised to defeat HIV in America in 2019, but recent budget cuts have increased HIV spread among Latinos and reduced funding for HIV tests and medicine in L.A. County. L.A. nonprofits report these cuts are harming Latino and queer communities.

President Trump promised to 'defeat HIV in America' in his 2019 State of the Union address, but recent budget cuts have led to increased HIV spread among Latinos and insufficient funding for tests and medicine in L.A. County. L.A. nonprofits report these cuts are harming Latino and queer communities.

The Los Angeles mayor’s race has revealed California’s vote-counting system as the worst in the nation, with Nate Silver, a former ABC News election analyst, describing it as 'insane' and uncommon globally.

A Superior Court Judge in L.A. County lost his reelection bid to Deputy District Attorney Tal Khan Valbuena. The judge faces misconduct allegations, which may have influenced the election outcome.

Deputy district attorney Tal Khan Valbuena defeated Superior Court Judge Robert Draper in a Los Angeles County reelection race. Draper faces misconduct allegations.

A California-based advocacy group, Economic Security California, aims to establish a permanent guaranteed income program funded by dedicated local taxes. The group, part of the national Economic Security Project, has supported over 100 U.S. pilot programs and emphasizes transitioning from temporary initiatives to sustainable policies. Examples include LA County’s publicly funded program and Cook County’s use of local budget funds after federal aid expired.

Supporters of the Measure ER half-cent sales tax celebrated its passage as a historic win for L.A. County's healthcare system. The tax aims to address financial challenges in the region's healthcare infrastructure.

Supporters of the Measure ER half-cent sales tax celebrated a historic win for Los Angeles County's healthcare system, calling it a lifesaver. The tax aims to address funding shortages in the region's healthcare infrastructure.

Supporters of Measure ER, a proposed L.A. County half-cent healthcare sales tax, declared victory after days of steadily gaining ground as more ballots were counted.

Two juveniles were rescued after deputies pursued a suspect linked to an attempted kidnapping that occurred in Moreno Valley and ended in South El Monte. The Riverside County Sheriff's Office responded to the incident around 8:06 p.m. on Saturday.

California's slow vote count continues, with key races including the L.A. mayor's race where Nithya Raman is gaining on Spencer Pratt. The L.A. County Sheriff race sees Robert Luna leading Alex Villanueva, while voters are expected to reject a sales tax increase. Other notable races include the U.S. House District 32 contest between Brad Sherman and Larry Thompson.

Horvath declared victory in the District 3 race for L.A. County Board of Supervisors, while state Sen. Durazo is competing for the District 1 seat previously held by Hilda Solis.

The 2026 L.A. County elections include key races for Superior Court judges, the County Sheriff, and a healthcare tax measure, which are described as obscure but important. The article highlights the significance of these positions and the upcoming healthcare tax ballot initiative.

The 2026 L.A. County election includes key races for Superior Court judges, the County Sheriff position, and a healthcare tax measure. These races are described as obscure but important for local governance and public services.

Election workers in L.A. County reported vandalism incidents ahead of election day, including burned ballots found in a downtown Los Angeles ballot drop box. The acts of vandalism targeted election infrastructure just before voting began.

Election workers in L.A. County reported vandalism ahead of election day, including burned ballots found in a downtown Los Angeles ballot drop box. The incidents occurred just before the election and involved deliberate acts of destruction targeting election materials.

A pair of bald eagles was spotted in an undisclosed location in L.A. County, according to a recent Instagram post from the Department of Parks and Recreation.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a burglary in La Cañada Flintridge that occurred on May 2. Detectives are looking into whether this incident is connected to other recent burglaries in L.A. County. The burglary happened around 7:20 p.m. on the 1200 block of El Vago Drive.

A grenade incident killed three L.A. County bomb squad detectives, and the district attorney's office is considering charges after a criminal investigation was submitted. The incident is under review to determine who will face charges. The investigation was submitted on April 23.

An upper-level low brought significant showers to Southern California early Tuesday morning, with cool and cloudy conditions expected to follow. The rain pushed through overnight, but is now dissipating in Ventura, Santa Barbara, and L.A. County. KTLA Meteorologist Henry DiCarlo reported on the weather.

Incumbent L.A. County Assessor Jeff Prang is facing four challengers in the upcoming election. Key issues include transparency and Proposition 13, with five candidates vying for the position.

L.A. County voters will decide in June on a proposed healthcare sales tax to fund the region's public health system amid federal funding cuts. The measure aims to offset reduced federal support by increasing local sales tax revenue.

A former California Highway Patrol officer and a DUI suspect have pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder charges following a 2023 freeway crash in L.A. County that killed four people. The ex-officer, Angelo Rodriguez, was reportedly speeding at 130 mph in the HOV lane during the incident.

A California woman testified before lawmakers about her experience with hospice fraud, where she was falsely told she was in hospice care in L.A. County after filing a Medicare claim for a pickleball injury. The incident highlights concerns about fraudulent practices in the healthcare system.

L.A. County residents reported the lowest quality of life satisfaction in the past decade, with the decline linked to the pandemic's ongoing impact.

A UCLA study highlights the disproportionate impact of the 2025 L.A. County fires on unhoused populations, with over 200,000 people losing their homes and deeper consequences for those already experiencing homelessness.

The L.A. County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency aims to build affordable housing more cost-effectively by streamlining the financing process. The agency has approved its first batch of funding for below-market-rate housing units.

L.A. County officials are addressing federal funding cuts in their $48.8-billion budget plan, which may impact future spending. They are currently avoiding layoffs and program cuts despite the challenges.