NEWS RELEASES

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today that a woman has been charged with murder in the deaths of her three-year-old twin sons who were allegedly exposed to drugs laced with fentanyl, the highly potent synthetic opioid.

On Saturday, July 13th, at approximately 11:56 AM, security personnel at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall apprehended an individual outside the facility attempting to throw contraband over the wall.

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today that Charles Wright, a former Inglewood middle school teacher, was convicted by a jury on July 10 of murdering 21-year-old Pertina Epps on April 26, 2005, and kidnapping and sexually assaulting an 18-year-old woman on September 17, 2006.

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:

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:

The California Geological Survey (CGS) announced the release of Preliminary Review Maps detailing proposed new and revised Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones for Los Angeles County.

In a recent motion, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors announced that Bob Hope Patriotic Hall would be designated a county historic landmark and also directed the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (MVA) to nominate the building for listing with the National Register of Historic Places.

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:

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón today announced that Jameelah Michl was sentenced by Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Kerry White to 35 years to life in state prison in the shooting and killing of Michael Latt during an attack in his home in the Mid-Wilshire area of Los Angeles in November 2023.

Investigative work performed by the Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) as part of a statewide multiagency investigation has led to a $750,000 settlement from a large retailer accused of violating California’s Gift Certificate Law.

The Los Angeles County Department of Youth Development (DYD) is proud to announce the launch of regional Youth Development Networks! 

In an impactful effort, LA County Library is partnering with the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office to host a series of criminal record Expungement Clinics this summer.

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today that Home Depot will pay $750,000 to settle a civil lawsuit alleging violation of a state law mandating cash redemption for gift cards under $10.

On Saturday, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs will host their first-ever annual summit focused on the unique challenges and issues faced by women who serve in the armed forces.

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today that Jeffery Brewer, Jr. is charged with breaking into a UCLA student housing apartment occupied by two female exchange students, and sexually assaulting one of them on July 5.

The Justice, Care and Opportunities Department (JCOD) launched the sixth cohort of its transformational Incubation Academy today.

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:

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced today charges filed in a civil suit against NGL Labs and two of its cofounders for misleading consumers into thinking the fake computer-generated messages it sent were from real people, targeting minors, and exaggerating the extent and quality of content moderation conducted by the company to combat cyberbullying on its platform.

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:

The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures have been forecast for the following areas:

On Monday, July 8, the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) announced the Measure A Acquisition-Only Competitive Grant Program, releasing $14.5 million in funding opportunities for parkland acquisitions throughout Los Angeles County.

On Monday, July 8, the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) announced the Measure A Acquisition-Only Competitive Grant Program, releasing $14.5 million in funding opportunities for parkland acquisitions throughout Los Angeles County.

The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued an excessive heat warning as high temperatures have been forecast for the following areas:

LA County’s Commission on Human Relations held an LGBTQ+ Anti-Hate Forum in the City of San Fernando on Thursday, June 20, to educate residents on how to combat hate during Pride Month.

The Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (MVA) has unveiled a new cultural competency training for county departments to better provide services for justice-involved veterans (JIVs).