Police and Fire

Quick work by Burbank Firefighters as they extinguish this truck fire early Monday morning. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Quick Knock Down Of Auto Fire Saves Garage

Burbank Firefighters work quickly to save garage from burning.

Burbank Police Chevrolet Caprice with new door emblem, new strobes in the mirrors, strobes in the front push bars, backseat cage and more. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Alert Officers Stop Vehicle Burglars

Two men arrested after officers on routine patrol spotted suspicious activity

Burbank Police Chevrolet Caprice with new door emblem, new strobes in the mirrors, strobes in the front push bars, backseat cage and more. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Rude Customer Attacks Store Clerk

Although talking loudly on one’s cell phone in a store isn’t a crime, beating up the clerk who asks you to leave is.

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Overturned Car Creates Havoc on Hollywood Way

Accident shuts down Hollywood Way in both directions while driver is removed from vehicle by firefighters

Suspect who made threats on MetroLink is taken into custody. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Man’s Bomb Comments Halt Train At Burbank Station

In wake of Boston terrorist bombing, passsengers evacuated and streets closed as bomb squad searches train.

Burbank Police Chevrolet Caprice with new door emblem, new strobes in the mirrors, strobes in the front push bars, backseat cage and more. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Early Morning Joy Ride Ends With A Crash

Teen driver arrested for driving under the influence.

Recruit Firefighters extinguish a set auto fire during graduation exercises Friday at The Burbank Training Center. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Burbank Firefighters Add Nine to Ranks

“Together in Stride, Centennial Pride” is the motto of the class of 2013 as family members help pin badges on their new uniforms following grueling 14 week academy

Accident causes cars to come to rest in doorway of Art-Wave Warehouse at Alameda Ave & Victory Blvd Friday afternoon. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Crash Sends Cars into Art-Wave Doorway.

By Ross A. Benson
Burbank Police and Firefighters responded to the intersection of Alameda Ave. and Victory Blvd. Friday afternoon following…

Burbank Police Chevrolet Caprice with new door emblem, new strobes in the mirrors, strobes in the front push bars, backseat cage and more. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Teen Arrested For Threatening To Shoot Another Student

16 year-old John Burroughs student made cyber-bullying threat via Twitter.

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Scott LaChasse Named Permanent Police Chief

During his three years as Interim Chief, he has brought in a top command staff and instituted policies to stabilize the police department after internal problems had ripped through its core

Campaign Signs at a Magnolia Business. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

City Attorney Charges Two Men In Campaign Sign Theft Case

Suspects apparently not linked to any Burbank School Board candidates, but were volunteers for a Glendale candidate.

Burbank Police Chevrolet Caprice with new door emblem, new strobes in the mirrors, strobes in the front push bars, backseat cage and more. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Burbank Police Roll Out New Police Cars, Safety Gear and Uniform Changes

The average resident or visitor might not immediately notice, but the Burbank Police Department (BPD) is making a lot of changes to their uniforms, patrol cars, motorcycles, and safety equipment.

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Spectacular Crash Sends Two Cars Spinning And Sliding

One car hits utility pole, breaking conduit carrying high voltage wires.