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Detective Renée Ballard is at the tail end of a grueling case, already at odds with her colleagues over her refusal to backdown or be silenced.

Immigrant rights activists are denouncing the LAPD after officers separated a crowd from masked federal agents during an immigration raid, intensifying community tensions.

The LAPD's new drone policy allows for broader use on emergency calls, providing crucial real-time information for officers, amid strong community support.

The woman was arrested for vandalism but remarkably managed to escape from custody, stealing a police patrol car and leading officers on a brief chase.

"You have people holding up their press credentials saying, 'I'm press,' and they still got shot. The Legislature spent all this time limiting how use of force can occur in a crowd control situation, and they just all ignored it."

The California Department of Insurance accused Eric Halem of providing false information regarding a January 2023 accident, misrepresenting his brother's role in a fraudulent claim.

Homicide detectives later determined that the assailants entered Modebadze's home, assaulted him, held him captive and stole his property, according to a statement issued by LAPD.

Members of the Los Angeles police and fire departments joined together for the 22nd annual St. Baldrick's fundraiser, shedding their hair in solidarity with children battling cancer. This annual event reflects a heartfelt commitment to supporting pediatric cancer research, showcasing a noble effort by our first responders to raise awareness and funds to help save lives. The attendance of top officials like LAFD Interim Fire Chief Ronnie Villanueva and LAPD Assistant Chief Daniel Randolph underscores the importance of community engagement in such critical health initiatives.

Labrada's peace officer certification was restored after an investigation found insufficient evidence against him, allowing him to retain his ability to serve as an officer.

As the PAL fire raged, LAPD officers, usually focused on urban crime response, have taken on crucial roles in crisis management and community support, highlighting the need for adaptive policing strategies.

A rookie LAPD officer, Aaron Kleibacker, was arrested on suspicion of DUI after striking and killing a bicyclist on Christmas Eve, leading to his booking for vehicular manslaughter.

Two LAPD officers were injured in a helicopter training incident requiring an emergency landing due to a reported mechanical failure. Fortunately, their injuries were minor.