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LOS ANGELES, CA — Share-worthy stories from across the Southland Patch cities to talk about tonight:

Here's Why It Will Cost A Lot More To Fill Up Your Car Today

California's hefty new gas tax goes into effect today. Expect to pay at least 12 cents per gallon more than yesterday.

Filmmaker Brett Ratner Accused Of Sexually Abusing Actresses

Brett Ratner, director of “X-Men: The Last Stand,” was accused of sexual assault or harassment by six actresses including Olivia Munn.

Ex-Priest Molested Children In South Bay: Lawsuit

The former reverend had already been named in a 2015 child sexual abuse lawsuit, according to reports.

Beverly Hills Police Investigating Harvey Weinstein Complaints

BHPD has received "multiple complaints" involving Harvey Weinstein and James Toback, two film industry figures accused of sexual assault.

Los Angeles Receives Grant To Help End Homelessness

The grant will range from $30,000 to $70,000, depending on the number of homeless families and individuals within its municipal boundaries.

Escaped Inmate Caught In San Fernando Valley Motel

An inmate firefighter, who escaped while battling Orange County's Canyon 2 Fire last month, was arrested in a San Fernando Valley motel.

Police Span Los Angeles In Anticipation Of World Series Revelry

Los Angeles will be out in force tonight at Dodger Stadium and across the city to keep World Series fans in check.

Orange County, LA Rated On Premature Births

Orange County, Irvine, has the lowest rate of premature births in California, even as nationwide preterm birth rates rise.

Dia De Los Muertos: OC Coroner Honoring The Unidentified Dead

The Orange County Coroner is honoring the dead on Dia De Los Muertos by reminding all of the unidentified victims under their care.

Cross County 'Cadillac' Burglars Sought

Burglars seen driving a Cadillac were sought in several crimes from late October, across Southern California. Help the police find them.

Yorba Linda Middle School Fills Back Packs For Containers Of Hope

Students from Friends Christian Middle School of Yorba Linda packed backpacks for those in need, to be delivered through Containers of Hope.

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