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Attorneys Seek Release of Suspect in Deadly Los Angeles Palisades Fire

New evidence casts doubt on suspect's involvement, lawyers say

DELTA Rescue Founder Arrested in Alleged Kidnapping Plot

Leo Grillo accused of attempting to kidnap former employee Adriana Duarte Valentines

Accused Double-Murderer Endures Harsh Conditions in LA Jail

Nick Reiner faces isolation, constant noise, and meager meals while awaiting trial in the Twin Towers Correctional Facility

New Docuseries to Explore 'New Evidence' in Scott Peterson Case

The four-hour A&E documentary will chronicle the Los Angeles Innocence Project's efforts to overturn Peterson's murder convictions.

Ex-Captain of Boat That Burned, Killing 34, Conviction Upheld

Federal appeals panel in Pasadena affirms manslaughter conviction of former Conception captain Jerry Boylan.

Authorities Raid Unlicensed Elder Care Homes in Carson, Arrest 2

Seven elderly patients found severely malnourished and neglected in four different facilities

Sacramento Coroner Seeks Help Identifying Woman Who Died in January

The unidentified woman passed away at Sutter Medical Center from natural causes.

L.A. County Pushes New Jail Safety Measures Amid Rising Inmate Deaths

Supervisors demand Sheriff's Department take steps to reduce in-custody fatalities after 10 deaths in first two months of 2026.

Court Overturns 2017 Conviction of Morgan Hill Teen's Accused Killer

Authorities consider next steps after appeals court reverses Antolin Garcia Torres' conviction for kidnapping and murdering Sierra LaMar in 2012.

Man's Conviction Overturned in 2012 Sierra LaMar Murder Case

State appeals court reverses 2016 conviction, orders new trial for Antolin Garcia-Torres

Danny Masterson/Scientology civil suit heard at appellate court, streamed online

The civil case filed by Danny Masterson's victims alleging harassment by the actor and Scientology is back in appellate court for a second hearing.

San Francisco Probation Department Launches Mobile Unit to Reach Unhoused People

The new van will travel to high-poverty and high-crime areas to connect those on probation with services.

Man Convicted in 2012 Murder of California Teen Sierra LaMar Has Conviction Overturned

A California appeals court has reversed the judgment for Antolin Garcia-Torres, who was sentenced to life without parole for the kidnapping and murder of 15-year-old Sierra LaMar.

Conviction overturned in 2012 killing of 15-year-old Sierra LaMar

An appellate court ruled that jurors were prejudiced by the grouping of Sierra's killing with three other attempted kidnappings during the 2017 trial.

Authorities Probe Possible Criminal Negligence in California Avalanche Deaths

Eight killed, one presumed dead in deadliest U.S. avalanche in 45 years

Thousands Face Fallout from Unreported LA County Convictions

Decades-long error in criminal record reporting could lead to job losses, license revocations, and firearm confiscations.

Missing 19-Year-Old Last Seen In San Leandro: CHP

Authorities seek public's help finding Tajah Gix, who was last seen nearly a week ago.

Authorities Probe Possible Criminal Negligence in California Avalanche Deaths

Eight killed in deadliest U.S. avalanche in 45 years, investigation underway

Woman Missing for Over 2 Years Last Seen in Fremont

Police seek public's help in locating Tawnya Lopez, who was last seen in December 2023.

Studio City School Denies Responsibility After Student Crushed to Death

Campbell Hall School responds to wrongful death lawsuit filed by parents of 15-year-old killed in parking lot incident.

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