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Habitat for Humanity buying previously-abandoned homes from 710 expansion project
In all, Habitat for Humanity wants to purchase 15, maybe as many as 20 of the homes and turn them into low-cost housing. These are properties previously part of the now-abandoned 710 expansion project. To Bryan Wong, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of San Gabriel Valley, at least two of...
LA city animal shelters dealing with a dire crisis
The Los Angeles Animal Services shelters are at 203% capacity across the city, meaning they don’t have enough space to house all their dogs. There are about 1,500 dogs spread across the 6 city run shelters but there’s only room for about half. They tell NBC4 they do not euthanize for space and are urging people to help by fostering, adopting or volunteering.
Woman Shoots and Kills Knife-Wielding Man in Suspected Self-Defense in Monrovia
A Friday night altercation in Monrovia turned fatal when a woman shot an armed man who reportedly violated a restraining order by appearing at her doorstep. Officials from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said the man, armed with knives, attempted to stab a man and woman residing at the home on South Shamrock Avenue. The incident occurred around 9:47 p.m., with the woman firing upon the assailant to halt his advance, as KTLA reports.
Minimum Wage in Pasadena Will Increase on July 1
Pasadena’s minimum wage is set to increase from $16.93 per hour to $17.50 per hour for all businesses, regardless of size, on July 1, 2024. Eight years ago, on March 14, 2016, the Pasadena City Council adopted its own minimum wage ordinance. Pasadena’s minimum wage rules were approved prior to the State of California’s action, and the state’s minimum wage does not preempt Pasadena’s minimum wage ordinance.
Los Angeles County DA’s office says it’s unable to charge Diddy for 2016 assault on then-girlfriend
The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office has issued a statement on the 2016 surveillance video obtained exclusively by CNN, which shows Sean “Diddy” Combs grab, shove, drag and kick his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura during an altercation. CNN’s Veronica Miracle reports.
Man arrested for more than 150 ‘unidentifed explosions’ in Pasadena
The Pasadena Police Department arrested a suspect they say is responsible for more than 150 explosions that occurred in the same area. Authorities say the explosions all occurred in the area of Allen Avenue and Washington Boulevard over the past two years. Although most of the blasts were not reported to police, officers used ShotSpotter […]
30-Year-Old Man Charged with Fatal Shooting on Metro Bus
A 30-year-old man was charged Monday with murder for allegedly shooting a fellow passenger on a Metro bus in Commerce. The murder charge against Winston Apolinario Rivera includes an allegation of the use of a firearm in a crime. He could face 35 years to life in prison if convicted, according to the District Attorney’s Office.
Revitalization of 7th Street: Restoring the heart of Downtown
Nestled at the heart of Downtown Los Angeles, 7th Street is undergoing a renaissance, emerging once again as a vibrant hub of commerce and culture. Seventh Street has long been a crucial artery in the heart of Downtown, characterized by its blend of historical and contemporary architecture. Stretching from the Financial District to the Jewelry District, this two-way road connects a mosaic of communities.
One in custody following stabbing in Santa Monica
One person has been arrested following a stabbing in Santa Monica on Sunday evening. The incident happened at around 7:30 p.m. near a parking structure at Fourth Street and Broadway, according to Santa Monica Police Department officers. Circumstances leading up to the stabbing remain unclear, but investigators say that one person has been taken into custody. They have not yet been able to determine a motive.The victim, who has not yet been identify, is in unknown condition.Police urged the public to avoid the area as their investigation continued. No further details were provided. This is a developing story. Check back for details.
Brass knuckles, body cams and bad behavior: LAPD probe links troubled Valley gang units
As Los Angeles police internal investigators dig deeper into one of the bigger scandals in recent department history, they have uncovered links between two troubled anti-gang units in the San Fernando Valley, multiple law enforcement sources told the Los Angeles Times. When the controversy first spilled into public view in...
Police are not licensed to kill mentally ill persons
- Advertisement - Police body-camera footage of Yong Yang, 40, who was shot dead by a police officer on May 2, was released on May 16, two weeks after the incident. The footage, released by the Los Angeles Police Department, shows a terrified Yang after police confronted him. According to...
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