Caltrans Extends Agoura Road Closure by One Day
Caltrans extended the Agoura Road closure through Monday due to rain‑related delays on the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing, adding one more day to the shutdown.
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One Dead, Five Injured in Late‑Morning Encino Crash
A late‑morning vehicle crash in Encino resulted in one fatality and five injuries, prompting a police investigation and temporary road closure.
El Niño‑linked Kelvin Wave to Raise SoCal Sea Levels
A Kelvin wave linked to El Niño is expected to hit Southern California in October 2026, raising sea levels by six to twelve inches. The temporary surge reflects the wave’s eastward travel across the Pacific and its potential impact on coastal activities.
Trespass Attempt Thwarted at Kamala Harris' Malibu Home
A trespasser attempted to enter former Vice President Kamala Harris's cliffside Malibu home on September 12, 2026, and was stopped before gaining entry.
Pasadena Humane Cuts Dog Adoption Fee to $25 This Weekend
Pasadena Humane is offering a $25 adoption fee for dogs six months and older from September 11‑13 to boost adoptions amid a recent surge in animal intakes and a seasonal dip in adoptions.
Police Officer Injured in South Los Angeles Crash
A police officer and several others were injured in a vehicle crash in South Los Angeles on Friday morning, prompting emergency response and an investigation into the cause.
VA Renovates West L.A. Building for Veteran Housing at $1.25 Million per Unit
The VA is renovating a historic West Los Angeles building into 24 veteran homeless housing units at $1.25 million each, but the project lacks a community gathering space sought by veteran advocates.
LA Teachers Revise 9/11 Curriculum for Students Without Living Memory
Educators from UCLA and LAUSD are revising how September 11 is taught, using survivor stories and family involvement to bridge the gap for students lacking personal memory of the attacks as the 25th anniversary passes.
Driver Dies After Car Breaks Guardrail on Grand Avenue
A driver died after his car broke through a guardrail on Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles on September 11, 2026, prompting a police investigation. The crash left the vehicle upside down on the street and resulted in one fatality.
Southern Glazer's Agrees to $12.5 Million Bribery Settlement
Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits will pay $12.5 million to settle federal bribery allegations involving payments to retailers for product placement, ending a California investigation.
Battery Storage Expands to Bolster California Grid
California has added large‑scale battery storage to its grid to improve reliability during an unusually hot summer and help prevent blackouts.
California Utilities Set to Reclaim Unused School AC Funds
California utilities will reclaim unspent funds from a school air‑conditioning program after a legislative effort to extend the program failed to gain the governor’s support.
Ancient Mastodon Tooth Found in San Mateo Creek
A 10,000‑year‑old Pacific mastodon tooth was found in San Mateo Creek, a rare discovery that could shed light on the prehistoric wildlife of California.
Long Beach hikes parking fines to safeguard library budget
Long Beach will raise parking ticket fines to preserve library funding, even as it cuts hundreds of jobs across city services, including firefighters and homeless outreach workers, due to a budget shortfall.
Rescue Group Offers $10,000 for Shooter Info
Southern California Pit Bull Rescue is offering $10,000 for tips that lead to the arrest and conviction of the shooter who killed a familiar Studio City coyote, Wendy, after she was found with two pellets in her head.
Surrogate Appeals to Supreme Court Over Custody of Sick Infant
A California surrogate has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in a custody battle over a newborn with a heart defect, after refusing to abort the pregnancy. The case highlights legal tensions in surrogacy arrangements involving serious medical conditions.
El Niño‑driven Kelvin Wave Approaches California Coast
A coastally trapped Kelvin wave generated by the current El Niño is moving up Mexico’s Pacific coast and is expected to reach California, where it may affect coastal weather and surf conditions.
Orange County Treasurer Accused of Embezzling $400K from Football Nonprofit
Orange County police have arrested a nonprofit treasurer on felony embezzlement charges for allegedly stealing over $400,000 to pay personal debts. The funds were meant for a local high school football program, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Los Angeles County Probes Farmers Insurance Wildfire Claims
Los Angeles County has launched an investigation into Farmers Insurance over alleged delays, denials and underpayments of claims from the 2025 Eaton and Palisades wildfires. The probe will examine the insurer’s claims practices and aim to ensure compliance with state insurance regulations.
Adam Matano’s P‑22 Lion Statue Arrives at Griffith Park
Los Angeles artist Adam Matano’s sculpture honoring mountain lion P‑22, titled “Earth to City: Rhapsody of the Wild King,” will be installed at the Griffith Park Visitors Center on September 10, 2026, providing a public tribute to the iconic animal.
