LA Mayor Issues Curfew Amid Downtown Unrest

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Declares Local Emergency, Imposes Downtown Curfew Los Angeles, CA – In response to widespread vandalism and looting in downtown Los Angeles, Mayor Karen Bass declared a local emergency on June 9, 2025, and implemented a citywide curfew. The decision followed a night of unrest that saw 23 businesses looted, according to the mayor. The curfew aims to quell further violence and protect businesses and residents. "I wanted to let the city know that I have declared a local emergency and issued a curfew for downtown Los Angeles to stop the vandalism, to stop the looting," Mayor Bass stated in a press conference. "Many businesses have now been affected by or vandalized." The mayor's announcement included a warning that law enforcement would arrest and prosecute anyone violating the curfew. She stressed that the situation is confined to a small area and does not represent a citywide crisis. A police official, visibly concerned, added that the widespread imagery of violence gives a false impression of a city-wide problem. The curfew is expected to remain in effect until further notice. The city is working to restore order and assess the damage caused by the unrest.