Authorities on Thursday announced hundreds of arrests and dozens of child rescues in a major crackdown against child exploitation across Southern California. The monthslong sting, called “Operation Firewall,” spanned five counties in the region, including Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Santa Barbara County, and Ventura County. The allegations against the suspects charged […]

A division of the Los Angeles Police Department on Thursday shined a light on the abhorrent conditions at homeless encampments in a disturbing series of videos posted to social media. LAPD’s Rampart Division shared footage of a recent enforcement action at a sprawling encampment near the intersections of West Olympic Boulevard, Lake Street and West […]

Another popular mall watch retailer is quietly shrinking its footprint as more store closures are planned this year amid an ongoing turnaround effort. The company, known for selling watches, handbags, jewelry and other accessories in malls across the country, closed seven stores during the first quarter of 2026 and expects to shutter up to 15 […]