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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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
The city of Lakewood is taking another stab at figuring out how it can keep the doors of the Lakewood Equestrian Center open.
July 2, 2024
The idea behind the five-week program is to show drivers that they can get around using alternative methods of transportation.
June 28, 2024
An Oakland firefighter and paramedic was reported missing by his family early Thursday morning after he went for a swim. His body washed ashore two hours later.
June 27, 2024
A protest that turned violent outside an L.A. synagogue last week has sparked discussion: Can antimasking rules be enforced at public demonstrations?
June 27, 2024
Sunday’s demonstration sparked condemnation from national and state elected officials, including Biden. Protesters, meanwhile, condemned police tactics.
June 27, 2024