Broadcom Acquires Irvine Research Campus for $325 Million
Broadcom bought its Irvine research campus from PRP Real Assets for $325 million, a deal that ranks among the largest recent office property sales in Southern California.
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Former California Lawmaker Byron Sher Dies at 98
Former California legislator and Stanford law professor Byron Sher died at 98 in Los Angeles on September 12, 2026, remembered for authoring major environmental statutes during his legislative career.
LAPD Investigates Overnight Shooting at Universal City Overlook
LAPD is investigating an overnight shooting at Universal City Overlook that occurred between September 13 and 14, 2026, with no further details released as the probe continues.
One Detained in Investigation of Long Beach Transit Bus in East LA
Police briefly detained one person on September 14, 2026, while investigating an incident involving a Long Beach Transit bus in East Los Angeles. The investigation is ongoing, with no additional details released.
LAUSD Teachers Revise Lessons to Follow New Screen‑Time Policy
LAUSD teachers are revising lesson plans and classroom routines to comply with a new policy that limits student screen time during class.
Southern California Schools Pause International Student Work Permits
The Department of Homeland Security warned Southern California universities of possible violations of federal employment rules, leading the schools to temporarily halt work permits for international students.
Gunfire Erupts as Police Reach El Monte House Fire
Firefighters and police responding to a house fire in El Monte encountered an armed individual who opened fire, resulting in one person being hospitalized.
Deputy Rescues Driver from Burning Tesla in Santa Clarita
A deputy and fire crews rescued a driver from a Tesla that caught fire after hitting a tree near Sierra Highway and Newhall Avenue in Santa Clarita early Sunday morning.
Glendale Singer Advances to México Canta Finals
A Glendale vocalist has reached the finals of México Canta, the Mexican government’s new singing competition aimed at linking the U.S. Mexican diaspora with Mexico. The show, launched last year, seeks to deepen cultural ties through music.
LAUSD Turns Asphalt Playground at Esperanza Elementary into Green Oasis
LAUSD replaced the asphalt playground at Esperanza Elementary in Westlake with grass and shade trees on September 13, 2026, to lower campus temperatures. The project is part of a citywide effort to add green spaces to school yards for heat mitigation.
Two Dead After McLaren Burns in Irvine Crash
Two people died when a 2019 McLaren crashed into a tree and caught fire at a Culver Drive and Deerfield Avenue intersection in Irvine around 12:20 a.m. on September 13, 2026, after stopping at a traffic light.
Giant Whale Shark Spotted Off Malibu Coast
A whale shark was sighted between Malibu and Santa Barbara Island on September 13, 2026, a rare occurrence noted by observer Carl Sbarounis and of interest to marine biologists and local fishermen.
90 Small Quakes Rattle Lennox and Westmont
Ninety micro‑quakes, ranging from magnitude 1.0 to 2.7, rattled Lennox and Westmont on September 11‑12, 2026, forming a brief swarm typical of low‑magnitude seismic activity.
TSA Restores Limited Gate Access for Non‑Ticketed Visitors at LAX
The TSA has reinstated limited gate access for non‑ticketed individuals at LAX during the week of September 9, 2026, reviving a practice ended after the 2001 attacks. The move marks a 25‑year shift back toward pre‑9/11 access policies under controlled security conditions.
LAPD Officers Shoot Stabbing Suspect in Hollywood Hills
LAPD officers shot and killed a stabbing suspect on September 12 after responding to a report at a Hollywood Hills home, with no other injuries reported.
Vision Zero Group Paints Unauthorized Crosswalk in Hollywood
People’s Vision Zero painted an unapproved crosswalk at Sycamore and Lexington avenues in Hollywood on September 12, 2026, using UC Berkeley traffic‑safety data. The group’s action continues its pattern of self‑initiated, data‑driven crosswalk markings across Los Angeles.
Supreme Court Reviews Trump Mail‑In Voting Plan as Californians Ready for Election
The Supreme Court is evaluating President Trump's plan to limit universal mail‑in voting as Californians approach the November 3, 2026 election, creating uncertainty about ballot procedures seven weeks before voting day.
Fatal Crash on Ventura Blvd Leaves One Dead, Several Injured
A two‑vehicle crash on Ventura Boulevard in Encino on September 12, 2026 left one person dead and several injured, prompting a major traffic shutdown. Police and emergency services responded, and the investigation into the cause is ongoing.
California Diesel Prices Reach Record $8.10 per Gallon
AAA reports California diesel prices have hit a record $8.10 per gallon, up about $3 from a year ago, with Los Angeles County averaging $8.04. The increase follows a sharp rise from $5 per gallon a year earlier.
U.S. Army Tested Camels for Freight in Early Los Angeles
In the late 1800s the U.S. Army's Camel Corps brought camels to Los Angeles to test their freight‑carrying capabilities, an early attempt to find alternatives to horse‑drawn transport before automobiles became common.
