Chris is a Patch editor covering Los Angeles County, with a focus on the city of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Northridge and Chatsworth.
After starting his journalism career in his home state of Massachusetts, he went west and fell in love with the sunshine, mountains and amazing people of the Golden State. He’s covered city government in San Diego and Pasadena and more recently reported on Hollywood and independent film.
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An enormous heat wave over the Pacific Ocean and a possibly historic El Niño could have major weather impacts on California.
The man oversaw a cross-border trafficking network that moved hundreds of kilograms of methamphetamine and cocaine, prosecutors said.
Officials urge residents and visitors to plan ahead as the historic cycling race returns for its 63rd edition.
Recent testing revealed several local beaches have bacteria levels that exceed health standards, officials said.
The pair were found shot to death early Friday morning.
The LA County woman was accused of orchestrating a massive scheme that cost the U.S. Postal Service millions in losses.
The July 23 visit will come during an East Coast road trip between series against the Phillies and Mets.
A man wanted for murder led police on a chase Thursday.
The former reality TV star and Los Angeles mayoral candidate finished third in the June primary.
The shopping and dining center has been closed since the January 2025 Palisades Fire.
Recent testing revealed several local beaches have bacteria levels that exceed health standards, officials said.
The filmmaker and actor were among those stuck in an elevator
Health officials have confirmed the seventh case of measles in LA County this year.
The two-vehicle crash occurred Wednesday morning.
More than 100 firefighters responded to the blaze Wednesday morning, according to a report.
The girl was last seen on June 19.
The defendants are linked to crime syndicates accused of killings, extortion and international drug trafficking, according to prosecutors.
The brush fire broke out Tuesday afternoon.
Maggie’s Refuel, from restaurateur Alex Canter, aims to turn the routine fuel stop into a curated food and convenience experience.
