Arrest Made in 2024 Pizzamania Arson Fire
LASD says the fire that destroyed the 50-year-old restaurant was intentionally set. The suspect faces an arson charge and is also tied to a separate fire in Riverside.
September 08, 2026public safety
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Man Sentenced for Stealing Identity of Teen Buried at Rose Hills in Whittier
The case was tried in Idaho, but the trail leads back to a grave at Rose Hills, where the real Obregon has rested since 1977.
September 08, 2026
Whittier PD Holds Public Viewing on Its Military Equipment Report
See how often WPD's drones, armored vehicle, and other military-grade gear were actually deployed in 2025.
August 02, 2026
Whittier Council Adopts New Rules for How City Responds to ICE
The rules came together after ICE was seen near the Whittier Public Library, and after Police Chief Aviv Bar explained to the council exactly how ICE ends up waiting outside for someone to be released.
July 30, 2026
Council Approves $428,000 Armored Vehicle for Whittier Police
From search warrants to active shooter scenes, here's when and why Whittier police actually use an armored vehicle.
July 24, 2026
Council Rejects Police Software Contract Over Privacy and Bidding Concerns
A sole-source contract, vague data-use terms, and no competing bids left three council members unconvinced. Two others voted yes.
July 22, 2026
Whittier Aims to Cut DUI Crashes by 10% With Cannabis Tax Grant
The $130,000 grant covers overtime for a year of DUI patrols and a device that lets officers confirm suspected drugs on the spot.
July 20, 2026
Council Approves Police Drone Program as Part of Larger $3.4 Million Axon Deal
Drones will soon launch from fixed locations around the city and reach some calls before officers do, piloted remotely from the police station.
July 20, 2026
Whittier's New Disaster Plan Shows Who Faces the Greatest Risk
From a $7 billion earthquake threat to year-round wildfire risk, the new hazard plan spells out what a major disaster could cost.
June 26, 2026
