Karen Garcia is a reporter on the Fast Break Desk, the team that has a pulse on breaking news at the Los Angeles Times. She was previously a reporter on the Utility Journalism Team, which focused on service journalism. Her previous stints include reporting for the San Luis Obispo New Times and KCBX Central Coast Public Radio.
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A deputy-involved shooting occurred during an effort to clean up the Santa Ana River bottom.
July 19, 2024
UC Irvine researchers say repeated exposure to graphic photos and videos is being linked to psychological distress. Here’s how and when to cut back.
July 19, 2024
Shots were fired near a taco stand in Westlake early Thursday, injuring four people, including bystanders. Police have detained two people for questioning.
July 18, 2024
On July 6, a Santa Monica police officer was directing the department’s drone back to the station from a radio call when the officer decided to survey the Fourth of July weekend crowd near the pier and the nearby parking lots.
July 17, 2024
Max Wade was given a life sentence for stealing Guy Fieri’s $200,000 Lamborghini and shooting at a romantic rival. He has only served about 11 years but he’s been granted parole.
July 15, 2024
Downey police on Saturday found three apparently unhoused men suffering from gunshot wounds on the west side of the Rio San Gabriel Riverbed near the 105 Freeway.
July 8, 2024
Amid recent reports of two mountain lions dying on the highway, many communities are turning to wildlife crossings and fencing to reduce roadkill.
July 8, 2024
Fireworks from Fourth of July celebrations caused unhealthy air quality for many areas in and around Los Angeles, as well as Orange County and the Inland Empire.
July 5, 2024
A mountain lion was found dead on the 405 Freeway near the Getty Center. The cause of death is still unknown.
July 5, 2024
Dozens gathered outside L.A. City Hall to oppose a City Council measure that would allocate $1 million to bolster security near Jewish community spaces.
July 2, 2024