Los Angeles News — April 16, 2026

FBI Raids Lancaster City Hall in Corruption Probe

FBI agents searched Lancaster City Hall and the homes of the city’s vice mayor and a council member as part of a long-running federal corruption investigation, the Los Angeles Times reported, citing law enforcement sources.

USC Student Blinded at ‘No Kings’ Rally; Lawyers File Federal Claim Against DHS

Attorneys for a USC student who lost sight in one eye after being shot by a Department of Homeland Security agent at a “No Kings” rally announced a federal civil rights claim against the agency. The filing is a required precursor to a full lawsuit.

Armed Man Arrested Near Trump Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department arrested a man carrying a rifle and wearing a bulletproof vest near Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes. The rifle was styled to resemble a weapon associated with the Joker character. The suspect faces charges of illegal firearms possession.

Teen Shot Near North Hills Middle School

A teenager was hospitalized after a shooting near Sepulveda Middle School in the San Fernando Valley, CBS Los Angeles and the LA Times reported. The school briefly went into lockdown. The LA School Police Department is investigating.

California Snowpack Hits Record Low, Raising Wildfire Risk

California’s snowpack has fallen to just 10 to 20 percent of normal — the lowest level ever recorded, Cal Fire Director Joe Tyler said. The deficit threatens the state’s water supply and significantly increases wildfire risk heading into fire season.

Glendale Firefighter Pleads Not Guilty in Wife’s Murder

Firefighter Andrew Jimenez pleaded not guilty to murder charges in connection with his wife’s death in North Hollywood, CBS Los Angeles reported. Prosecutors allege an ax was used as the weapon.