A police task force aimed at stopping copper wire and precious metal theft in the San Fernando Valley has turned its attention to recyclers allegedly buying the stolen material. "This is not just ...

Copper wire theft that’s darkened streetlights have discouraged teenagers in St. Paul’s North End from playing basketball at their local courts, caused older couples to discontinue early-morning walks ...

Statewide requirements to help prevent copper wire theft will become law on Jan. 1 despite a lawsuit by the scrap metal workers claiming the legislation will effectively shut down their industry. The ...