Convicted Arsonist and Wife from Oregon Arrested for Impersonating Firefighters within Palisades Fire
On Saturday, January 18, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Major Crimes Bureau investigators were contacted regarding an arrest of two suspects for impersonation of firefighters. An LAPD patrol unit was driving through the Palisades Fire area with fire personnel and observed a fire truck that did not appear to be legitimate. They relayed the information, and […]
Prohibition of Use of Power Air Blowers, Including Leaf Blowers, to Palisades and Eaton Wildfire Perimeter Areas Only
Since issuing the temporary ban on power air blowers due to poor air quality from the fires, conditions have improved as the fires have been contained, reducing hazardous smoke and particulate matter across Los Angeles County. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has revised the Health Office Order issued on January 10. The […]
Smoke Advisory – Unhealthy Air Quality Declared due to Hughes Wildfire
According to the South Coast Air Quality Management District, potential direct smoke impact from the Hughes Wildfire burning has caused unhealthy air quality in Los Angeles County. Smoke from the Hughes Wildfire is expected to most heavily impact the San Gabriel Mountains, the I-5 Corridor near Castaic Lake, Santa Clarita, and areas near the fire. […]
Health Officer Issues Order for Safe Removal, Transport, and Disposal of Fire Debris
The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued a new order in preparation for fire recovery operations and to ensure the safe removal, transport, and disposal of fire debris resulting from recent wildfires. This order aims to protect public health and safety during the cleanup process for fire debris. The devastating fires throughout Los Angeles […]
CCPD Find, Drugs, Weapons, Stolen Credit Cards in Suspicious Vehicle
On Thursday morning January 23, Culver City officers were patrolling the La Ballona Creek area when they spotted a man acting suspiciously near a parked vehicle. As they approached, he tried to flee on his bike, while two others exited the vehicle. All three were detained, and the investigation revealed a stash of drug paraphernalia, […]
Pedestrian Safety: 4-Way Walk Introduced in Downtown
Photo of pedestrian walk in Downtown Culver City Downtown Culver City now features a new pedestrian signal timing operation at the intersection of Culver Blvd and Main St, designed to enhance safety and minimize conflicts between pedestrians and drivers. The innovative signal design stops all vehicular traffic and activates the “WALK” signal for all four […]
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Vaccination and Regular Screenings Offer Best Protection Against Cervical Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, about 13,820 new cases of invasive cervical cancer were diagnosed in 2024, and about 4,360 women are estimated to have died from this disease. Despite these daunting statistics, it’s important to know that cervical cancer can be largely prevented and cured if diagnosed early. Cervical cancer primarily affects the […]
District Attorney Announces Charges in Pacific Palisades and Altadena Looting and Azusa Arson
The charges were the result of a multi-agency collaboration that underscores the strength of local, state and federal partnerships Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara and Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman today announced a rapid response effort to prevent and prosecute insurance fraud targeting wildfire survivors. The partnership focuses on raising awareness, prosecuting fraud, and […]
Riviera Will Not Host Genesis Invitational
2025 Genesis Invitational to be relocated to Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego The PGA TOUR and The Genesis Invitational have announced that the 2025 playing of the TOUR’s annual Los Angeles stop hosted by Tiger Woods will be contested on the South Course at Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego on its […]