In response to the election of a new District Attorney, L.A. County Public Defender Ricardo D. García has issued the following statement: read more

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman has implemented important changes to the current and historic policies of the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office regarding its prosecution of special circumstance murder cases. read more

LA County Library is excited to announce the winners of its 45th Annual Bookmark Contest, a beloved tradition that has encouraged artistic expression and a love for reading since 1980. This year’s contest drew an impressive response, with over 10,000 submissions from young artists across Los Angeles County, each reflecting their passion for books and libraries. read more

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued an updated Health Officer Order requiring property owners within the Palisades and Eaton burn areas who plan to remove fire debris from their property but are not eligible for the government-run debris removal program (Phase 1 or Phase 2) to use best management practices for dust control during fire debris removal, transport, and disposal. read more

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters: read more

As local landmarks prepare to light up in red on Monday, March 24 to commemorate World Tuberculosis Day, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health reminds residents that tuberculosis (TB) is a deadly disease that can be prevented and treated. read more

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman announced today that despite strong opposition from our office, elected leaders, and those in the community directly impacted by the placement, the Los Angeles County Superior Court approved placing sexually violent predator Christopher Hubbart in the Juniper Hills Community of Antelope Valley. read more

The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD) and third-party administrator AidKit, are announcing the distribution of Phase 1 awards for the LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Funds (Funds) are now underway, providing direct cash assistance to workers, small businesses, and non-profits that experienced the greatest impacts from the January 2025 wildfires. read more

District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman announced today that two people, a brother and sister, have been charged with murder in the shooting death of a 66-year-old businessman killed while attempting to take an afternoon walk along a bike path at a park in Cerritos. read more

As another atmospheric river bears down on Los Angeles County, the Departments of Public Health and Beaches and Harbors (DBH) are reminding potential beachgoers to avoid ocean water and wildfire debris. read more