Robert Luna

Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna and Supervisor Kathryn Barger are joining Salvador Esparza III's family in a news conference to renew a public appeal for information about the 2016 fatal shooting of the 4-year-old on a relative's front porch in Altadena. An $85,000 reward is offered for details leading to an arrest and conviction.

Former LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva appeals a court decision dismissing his lawsuit against the Board of Supervisors, who placed him on a 'do not rehire' list after his 2018 election loss. The district court found no evidence the designation affected his employment or was retaliatory for his political criticisms, but his attorney argues it caused reputational harm due to harassment and discrimination allegations.

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.

Incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass advanced to the November runoff, as Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton lead the primary race for California governor. The top two candidates will face a 2026 Midterm Election runoff, with other state offices and key U.S. House primary races also on the ballot, including the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s election between Robert Luna and Alex Villanueva.

In the L.A. County sheriff's race, incumbent Robert Luna is leading in early results over challenger Alex Villanueva, a former sheriff. Voters had a choice between Luna and multiple challengers, with Villanueva being the most prominent.

In the L.A. County sheriff's race, incumbent Robert Luna leads early results over former sheriff Alex Villanueva, who is the leading challenger.

Incumbent Robert Luna leads the primary election for Los Angeles County sheriff, with a potential re-election if he secures over 50% of the vote. The sheriff's department faces challenges including recruitment issues, excessive force complaints, and inhumane jail conditions highlighted in a lawsuit by California Attorney General Rob Bonta. The next sheriff will oversee security for the 2028 Olympic Games.

California's 2026 primary election includes key races for governor with Xavier Becerra, Tom Steyer, and Steve Hilton, and a three-way contest for Los Angeles mayor between Karen Bass, Nithya Raman, and Spencer Pratt. Other state, county, and local offices such as treasurer, controller, and sheriff are on the ballot, with top candidates advancing to a November runoff.

L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna is running for a second term in the upcoming primary election. He faces competition from former Sheriff Alex Villanueva and six other candidates in a crowded race.

L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna is seeking a second term in Tuesday's primary. Former Sheriff Alex Villanueva and six other candidates are challenging him.

Seven people face felony charges for organized residential burglaries across Los Angeles County, with at least 20 break-ins linked to South American theft crews operating in the San Fernando Valley. The sophisticated criminal operations use surveillance, disguises, and jamming devices to target affluent neighborhoods. Byron Gonzálo Sáez Sotomayor faces 15 counts of first-degree residential burglary for allegedly burglarizing 18 homes between January 2025 and May 2026.

Seven suspects have been arrested in connection to a string of recent home burglaries across Los Angeles County. The arrests were made as part of a multi-agency effort. Some of the suspects are believed to be part of a sophisticated crime ring.

The June 2 primary for Los Angeles County Sheriff features current sheriff Robert Luna facing seven challengers amid concerns over recruitment crises, excessive force allegations, and jail conditions. The next sheriff will oversee policing in 42 cities, a $4 billion budget, and the 2028 Olympic Games security.

Incumbent Robert Luna is running for re-election as Los Angeles County Sheriff against nine challengers. Key issues in the race include oversight, jail conditions, recruitment, and department morale.