Many of the girls were recruited from the foster-care system after being seduced on social media, authorities said.

Matthew Rodriguez is a digital producer for CBS Los Angeles. He's previously reported for local outlets like the Argonaut and Pasadena Weekly. Matt typically covers breaking news and crime.

A man is in custody after a multi-hour standoff on the steps of Los Angeles City Hall, according to LAPD Media Relations. The call came in around 4:08 p.m., when officers arrived to find a vehicle on ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. A vehicle crashed near the steps of Los Angeles City Hall shortly after 4 p.m. on Friday, prompting an evacuation ...