A remembrance was held in Whittier for Andrea Vasquez, 19, killed after being abducted two years ago at a local park. Carlos Saucedo reports Aug. 17, 2025.

The influx of feral cats is creating ripple effects for the community. Residents say the animals are attracting coyotes, which have been seen preying on the cats. Jennifer McGraw reports for KTLA News on August 18, 2025.

Video going viral on social media shows an irate concertgoer at the Rose Bowl viciously assault a woman, hitting her in the face and knocking her unconscious. Rachel Menitoff reports Aug. 18, 2025.

President Trump says arrangements have begun, for a face-to-face meeting between Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. That announcement after Trump met Friday with Putin in Alaska, and Monday with Zelenskyy and seven European leaders at The White House, all in hopes of bringing an end to the deadly 3.5-year war in Ukraine. As peace talks continue, Cher Calvin and Micah Ohlman are joined by Retired Marine Intelligence Officer Hal Kempfer. August 18, 2025.

The parents of a 7-month-old boy who claim the child was kidnapped last week are now reportedly the focus of the missing persons investigation, in which unsettling new details continue to emerge. Sara Welch reports Aug. 18, 2025.

In a period when restaurant prices have steadily risen, Olive Garden is emphasizing consistency.

A person was shot in Huntington Beach Monday morning, resulting in their hospitalization, and a woman found in a vehicle tied to the suspected shooter was killed by Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputies.

Chip Yost reports for the KTLA 5 News at 3 on Aug. 18, 2025.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/huntington-beach-shooting-sends-1-to-hospital/

As you know, KTLA Plus is our free streaming app, available for Roku, Amazon Fire, Apple TV, and Samsung Smart TVs. You can watch all of our news broadcasts on KTLA Plus — and — you can catch original programming you won’t see anywhere else, like Do It Live with our very own Andy Riesmeyer and friends, Out of Bounds sports show with David Pingalore, and Caught on Camera, featuring footage of the many police chases here in the Southland. Now, KTLA Plus could help you win an amazing prize.

Download the free KTLA Plus streaming app, and look for the special giveaway clip featuring Andy Riesmeyer and the Do It Live crew. Follow the instructions in the clip for your chance to win $150 in gas cards. Another great reason to get the free KTLA Plus streaming app for your Roku, Amazon Fire, Apple TV, or Samsung TV. Good luck! https://ktla.com/watch-ktla-on-roku-apple-tv-amazon-fire-tv/

Air quality in Southern California was mostly good Monday morning, but don't expect that to last.

Kacey Montoya reports for the KTLA 5 News at Noon on Aug. 18, 2025.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/poor-air-quality-expected-in-multiple-areas-of-southern-california/

The owl caught in a glue trap in Orange County may not ever be able to fully return to the wild.

This video was created on Aug. 18, 2025, with footage from Kalamo Productions.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/local-wildlife-center-gets-owl-out-of-sticky-situation/

A person was shot in Huntington Beach Monday morning, resulting in their hospitalization.

Chip Yost reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on Aug. 18, 2025.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/huntington-beach-shooting-sends-1-to-hospital/

Many consumers in Southern California have been receiving unnecessary notices claiming that their credit is in danger or not good at all.

David Lazarus reports for the KTLA 5 News at 10 on Aug. 12, 2025.

A person was shot in Huntington Beach Monday morning, resulting in their hospitalization.

Rich Prickett reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on Aug. 18, 2025.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/huntington-beach-shooting-sends-1-to-hospital/