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

Actor Kirk Douglas Dead at 103

Kirk Douglas, "Spartacus" star died Wednesday, his son Michael Douglas confirmed.

Contest: Valentine's Day Whale Watching Tour Giveaway Underway

Spend Valentine's Day celebrating out on the open water — enjoying fresh air, sunshine and your special someone. Here's how to win a tour.

LA Measles Outbreak: Wide Swath Of Exposure At Mall, Whole Foods

Five persons infected with measles have visited dozens of crowded locations across Los Angeles over the last week, health officials warn.

6 Dogs Die In Deadly House Fire

An early morning house fire in Pomona left a family displaced. Their multiple pets did not survive the blaze.

4 Southlanders Named In OC- Based Prescription Cream Scheme

Medical professionals & marketers were paid to write prescriptions for medically unnecessary creams costing $15,000 a tube, prosecutors say.

Beverly Hills Looking For Artists For Spring 2020 ArtSHOW

About 250 artists will be selected to exhibit their work for the May 16-17 artSHOW in Beverly Gardens Park.

1 Killed In 3-Car Crash On 605 Freeway In Norwalk

A car went from the slow lane across all lanes of traffic and crashed into the center divider and overturned, CHP said.

Kahuna Concert For A Cause Features Laguna Beach's 'Common Sense'

Laguna Beach's local band will play at the concert held to benefit the lives of people with special needs. Locals helping locals!

LA Celebrates 3 Best Picture Nominees Filmed Here

Los Angeles starred in some of the biggest movies of the year.

Edison Language Academy Named 2020 CA Distinguished School

The Santa Monica dual immersion school is one of 324 elementary schools in California to receive this honor.

Warrants Served On LA Suspect In Kristin Smart Cold Case

Nearly 25 years after Cal Poly San Luis Obispo student Kristin Smart disappeared, authorities served search warrants from LA to Washington.

DUI/Driver License Checkpoint Coming Up In West Hollywood

Deputies will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment, as well as checking drivers for proper licensing.

Judge Refuses To Dismiss Charges In Malibu Creek Park Slaying

Anthony Rauda is awaiting trial on charges of murdering Tristan Thomas Beaudette, a young father of two killed in Malibu Creek State Park.

LA County's Former Top Cop Lee Baca Is Now A Prisoner

Former Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca began his three-year prison sentence for obstruction of justice and lying to the FBI.

Coronavirus Hysteria Stirs Up Fear, Racial Bias: LA Leaders

Awash in petitions to close schools Los Angeles County leaders sought to allay fear about the Coronavirus.

Rancho Palos Verdes Names New City Manager

Ara Mihranian has served as interim City Manager since former City Manager Doug Willmore retired in November 2019.

Dana Point's Largest Home At 13K Square Feet Offers Forever Views

Views of Catalina and the pacific from its top two levels, with the lowest level offering underwater views of the vanishing-edge pool.

Look Inside Laguna Beach's Largest Home At 10K Square Feet

Enjoy the tropical ambiance of this serene estate situated in the hills of Laguna Beach, a 10-person spa, entertaining cabana, & pool house.

LAPD Rookie Guilty Of Murder

After deliberating for several days, jurors found the rookie guilty of murder for an off-duty shooting.