The quiet, upscale Los Angeles suburb of Brentwood prides itself on being Hollywood’s safe haven — a billionaire bubble where A-listers can grab coffee, eat at low-key restaurants, and disappear behind hedges thick enough to block a spotlight.

Police tape blocks off the road at both ends while TV news vans post up on the curbs and swarms of podcasters jostle each other as the mansion becomes part of the town’s topography of tragedy.

The affluent L.A. neighborhood, where the director and his wife were found dead inside their home, has been the setting of a number of tragedies

The family of a 72-year-old Brentwood woman who died after a confrontation with police is pushing for officers to be charged with a crime.

Syosset’s Sohan Shah reacts to winning the boys sabre final at the Brentwood boys and girls fencing holiday tournament on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. Syosset’s Sohan Shah reacts to winning the Men’s Saber final at the Brentwood High School boys and girls fencing invitational tournaments on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025.

Brentwood Police Department maintained its CALEA accreditation, showcasing their commitment to high law enforcement standards.

On December 19, PopUp Bagels Brentwood will operate from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily at 11710 San Vicente Boulevard, Brentwood, CA 90049.

The state Board of Regents' unanimous vote Tuesday came two months after SUNY trustees approved plans to open two schools in Brentwood and one in Central Islip.