NEWS RELEASES

Drug-related overdose and poisoning deaths in Los Angeles County dropped for the third year in a row with a 6% decrease from 2024 to 2025, according to new data reports released today by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.

As Independence Day approaches, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman is reminding residents of the devastating consequences of illegal fireworks and explosives, including the Office’s commitment to prosecute those who transport, sell and use these lethal devices.

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced the twelfth post-Election Night ballot count update for the June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a confirmed case of measles in a traveler who was infectious while traveling through Los Angeles County.

The Los Angeles County Probation Department joined local law enforcement partners this week in a coordinated compliance operation across southeast Los Angeles County as part of the LA IMPACT Memorandum of Agreement, a regional collaboration designed to strengthen public safety and support effective community supervision.

The Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations (HRC) has partnered with the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee to provide free confidential services provided by 211LA for anyone who experiences hate, discrimination, or any other violations of human rights.

One year after federal immigration enforcement actions intensified across Los Angeles County, the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) is reaffirming its commitment to supporting small businesses and workers impacted by the resulting economic disruptions.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health urges residents to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness – such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and heat cramps – as high temperatures are forecast to impact the region. 

LA County Library is inviting residents to make the most of summer with free programs that support reading, learning, creativity, and community connection.

According to the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD), a particle pollution advisory is in effect until Saturday, 12:30 p.m.

The Los Angeles County Probation Department, in partnership with the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE), proudly celebrated the achievements of young scholars during the annual Operation Graduation ceremony, recognizing students who earned their high school diplomas while participating in educational programs within Los Angeles County’s juvenile justice system.

Today, the Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), the LA County Film Office, and Chief Executive Office released a 60-day interim report evaluating the potential economic and workforce impacts of the proposed Paramount Skydance acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced the eleventh post-Election Night ballot count update for the June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election.

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman today announced felony state tax evasion charges against comedian Carlos Mencia for failing to report $8.7 million in personal and corporate income taxes between tax years 2019-2024. This is the first case filed by the Office’s newly established Business Tax Fraud Unit.

A 35-year-old man is facing multiple attempted murder and assault charges after he shot at Los Angeles police officers during a car chase, catching civilians in the crossfire.

The heir to one of California’s largest raisin companies was charged with a felony hate crime for allegedly threatening to kill a rabbi at his home in Pacific Palisades as he led a Sabbath evening prayer service.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a confirmed case of measles in a traveler who was infectious while traveling through Los Angeles County.

Los Angeles County Public Works strongly advises residents and motorists to prepare ahead of a strong storm system forecasted to reach Los Angeles County beginning Tuesday night, bringing moderate to heavy rainfall, elevated flash flood risk, and dangerous road conditions.

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced the tenth post-Election Night ballot count update for the June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election.

The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and First District Supervisor and Chair Hilda L. Solis announced the completion of major
façade renovations in East Los Angeles at the 1st and Rowan Shopping Center, which were made possible by investments through the County’s RENOVATE Façade Improvement Program.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is recommending parents and caregivers not feed Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Infant Formula to their children due to an ongoing investigation of a multistate outbreak of infant botulism, currently involving California, Pennsylvania, and Washington.

A man believed to be the mastermind behind the execution-style slayings of attorney Jeffrey Tidus outside of his Rolling Hills Estates home in 2009 and an ex-employee who had filed a class action lawsuit for unpaid overtime in 2011 has been charged with their murders. He also is a suspect in a third murder committed in Las Vegas.

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced the ninth post-Election Night ballot count update for the June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election.

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman today urged the California legislature to pass and Governor Newsom to sign six bipartisan bills sponsored by the Office to strengthen accountability for human labor traffickers, corporate polluters, drunk drivers, animal abusers and peace officers and strengthen prosecutorial agencies’ investigations into wrongful conviction claims.

The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) is providing direct assistance to East Los Angeles businesses impacted by the May 22 crude oil spill.