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ANTELOPE VALLEY, CA – Electric vehicle (EV) drivers in California who previously enjoyed solo access to carpool lanes are now subject to fines if they violate a newly enacted rule. Vehicles displaying Clean Air Vehicle decals must comply with the posted occupancy requirements for high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes. Typically, these carpool lanes require vehicles to carry at least two people. As of October 1, 2025, EVs no longer have access to carpool lanes, and the CHP will

Overview of the New Meal Program The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) Food Services Unit has introduced a pre-portioned hot meal program at Men’s Central Jail, representing a significant advancement in inmate dining services. This marks the most substantial improvement in meal quality and delivery in decades. LASD Men's Central Jail Innovative Cook-Chill Process The program leverages an advanced Cook-Chill system, allowing meals to be prepared in-house. Head coo

LANCASTER, CA — The Lancaster Police Department (LPD) led a major multi-agency traffic enforcement operation across the city today, stepping up efforts to curb speeding, distracted driving, and other behaviors that endanger road users. Lancaster City Council photographed with the law enforcement officers involved in the traffic enforcement operation that was conducted in Lancaster involving 7 agencies on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Nearly 40 officers from seven agencies pa

ANTELOPE VALLEY, CA --A major traffic collision early Sunday morning disrupted life in the Antelope Valley, California, as emergency crews rushed to Elizabeth Lake Road and Godde Hill Road following a serious crash. Authorities are still assessing the full extent of injuries and damages. The Incident At approximately 6:10 AM on November 9, 2025, a traffic collision occurred at the intersection of Elizabeth Lake Road and Godde Hill Road in Antelope Valley. 1 The California H

LOS ANGELES, CA - On Thursday, November 6, 2025, a total of 69 polished recruits lined up at STARS Center in what would be their final platoon formation as academy classmates. After 22 weeks of rigorous academy training, the recruits underwent an equally intense and meticulous formal class inspection by law enforcement executives just prior to the graduation ceremony.  The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department congratulates Academy Class #485! The ceremony marked the offici

A Halloween celebration in Lancaster took a tragic turn early Saturday when a 19-year-old man was shot and killed outside a party. Deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department responded to the 100 block of West Avenue I around 12:45 a.m. after reports of gunfire. When they arrived, they found the young man suffering from gunshot wounds to his upper body. Sadly, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators say a fight broke out at a nearby business hosting a

PALMDALE, CA  — A quiet Sunday afternoon in the high desert turned grim when a resident walking their dog stumbled upon a human skull near a junkyard in unincorporated Palmdale off 124th Street East and Pearblossom Highway. The discovery has prompted a homicide investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Deputies responded to the call around 12:22 p.m. after the dog led its owner to the remains. The area, located near Speed Motors Auto Repair and Body, is kn

PALMDALE, CA — October 6, 2025 — Authorities have identified the man found deceased inside a Palmdale residence on Saturday as...

PRESS RELEASE: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 For Immediate Release Office of Public Affairs The Civil Rights Division today filed a lawsuit...

ANTELOPE VALLEY, CA —If you’ve noticed a sleek SUV cruising down the 14 lately, you’re not imagining things. The California Highway...

LANCASTER, CA  — September 30, 2025 — A somber mood hangs over the Antelope Valley this week following three separate traffic collisions...

Dallas, Texas — September 24, 2025 – A tragic shooting unfolded early Wednesday morning at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement...

Lancaster, CA  –A tragic incident is under investigation following the death of a 2-month-old infant at a Lancaster residence early...

Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department are seeking assistance in locating this Petty Theft Suspect. Anyone with...

Lancaster, CA – September 12, 2025 In a case that has gripped the nation and reignited debate over political violence in America,...

Palmdale, CA — September 11, 2025 Under a clear morning sky and the solemn hush of remembrance, residents of Palmdale gathered at the...