SoFi Stadium Workers Threaten Strike Ahead of FIFA World Cup
A union representing roughly 2,000 SoFi Stadium workers is threatening to walk off the job over working conditions and the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents at the venue, CBS Los Angeles reported. The threat comes months before Los Angeles hosts matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Bear Costume, Meat Claws, Luxury Cars: Three Sentenced in Insurance Fraud Scheme
Three Southern California residents are headed to jail after prosecutors said they dressed in bear costumes and used metal claws to scratch luxury vehicles — then filed insurance claims blaming wild animal attacks, the Los Angeles Times reported. The scheme targeted high-end cars including a Rolls-Royce.
California Prison Guard Charged with Smuggling 44 Pounds of Cocaine
A California corrections officer has been charged with smuggling roughly 44 pounds of cocaine from Mexico to a stash house in Rowland Heights, the Los Angeles Times reported. Prosecutors believe the guard was connected to a larger drug trafficking network.
FBI Deploys Drone, Rooftop Sniper in Van Nuys Search
FBI agents, backed by LAPD, used a drone and positioned a sniper on the roof of an adjacent building during a search warrant operation at a Van Nuys home, according to aerial footage obtained by CBS Los Angeles. Authorities have not disclosed the target or purpose of the operation.
Long Beach Officer Survives Stabbing; Torrance Man Arrested
A 44-year-old Torrance man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly stabbing a Long Beach police officer, CBS Los Angeles reported. The officer survived the attack.
Mayor Bass Orders More LAPD Patrols Along Ventura Boulevard
Mayor Karen Bass has directed additional LAPD patrols to Ventura Boulevard in the San Fernando Valley following a recent surge in burglaries in the area, CBS Los Angeles reported.
$40,000 Reward Offered in Killing of Baseball Coach in Pico Rivera
Authorities are offering a $40,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the gunman who fatally shot a 36-year-old baseball coach on Aug. 21, 2025, at the intersection of Washington and Passons boulevards in Pico Rivera, KTLA reported. The case remains unsolved eight months after the shooting.