Expect Los Angeles’ multibillion-dollar fire recovery to bring fraud, abuse and more misfortune
Law enforcement and prosecutors are geared up for scammers who are expected to exploit relief for victims of the Palisades and Eaton fires.
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LAPD Officers Open Fire on Vandalism Suspect in Baldwin Hills After Taser Ineffective
LAPD officers shot a woman in Baldwin Hills after a Taser failed to subdue her. She's now hospitalized in stable condition.
California wildfires: Suspect arrested in connection with brush fire quickly quashed by firefighters
Los Angeles authorities have arrested a man after a brush fire broke out in the Griffith Park neighborhood on Monday afternoon, according to the LAPD.
LAPD hasn't linked LA fires to MAGA, cause of blaze unknown | Fact check
The LAPD hasn't made any statements mentioning "persons of interest." The LA Fire Department said it is still investigating the cause of the fires.
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A slimmed-down LAPD seems here to stay. What happens to crime with fewer cops?
New projections show that between recruiting shortfalls and attrition, LAPD leaders expect ... is becoming safer even as the department shrinks. When Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass gave pay raises ...
California Wildfire Updates: Officials Warn Of Flooding, Mudslides After Hughes Fire Reaches 56% Containment
The 10,396-acre Hughes fire reached 56% containment Friday as first responders made progress controlling multiple blazes burning in Los Angeles County, which is expected to receive rain over the weekend that could be capable of producing floods and mudslides in several burned areas.
LA Mayor Karen Bass appointee who oversaw fire department was put on leave over alleged city hall bomb threat
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ deputy mayor — whose purview included oversight of the city’s fire department — was placed on administrative leave last month after the FBI
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Arson Investigation Underway After Bicyclists Allegedly Set Off Explosive Near Crypto.com Arena in Downtown Los Angeles
Bicyclists ignited a trash can explosion near Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, prompting an arson investigation.
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A cop’s account tells of Palisades fire
The Larchmont Chronicle had the opportunity to talk with Senior Lead Officer (SLO) Danny Chavez of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). He has been called to work the Palisades fire along with many other SLOs.
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Los Angeles Wildfires: LAPD Nabs Phony Firefighter in Fire Zone
"We have people who will go to all ends to do what they do," said LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell after a man dressed in a firefighter jacket and helmet allegedly burglarized homes
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Group of bicyclists allegedly start trash can fire near Crypto.com Arena, arson probe launched
An arson investigation is underway in Los Angeles after a group of bicyclists allegedly set a trash can on fire Saturday afternoon, said the Los Angeles Police Department.
Los Angeles police arrest 4 people for allegedly trying to start new blazes as wildfire death toll rises to 25
Los Angeles police have arrested four people on arson charges for allegedly trying to ignite new fires as firefighters continue to fight the Palisades and Eaton blazes that have killed a combined