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LOS ANGELES, CA — Share-worthy stories from the Los Angeles-Orange County Patch network to talk about tonight:

Boy Collapses, Dies In Westminster Soccer Match
A 13-year-old boy collapsed and then died during the CDA Slammers Players Cup in Westminster Saturday.

Was Doctor's Murderer Sane At Time Of Killing? OC Jury Decides
An Orange County jury ruled on convicted Lake Elsinore resident's sanity at time of murdering a Newport Beach doctor

Powerball Jackpot Down To Measly $53 Million Wednesday
Will you still play? The Powerball Jackpot is expected to reach $53 million on Wednesday, Aug. 30.

210 Freeway Closures To Last All Week
Portions of the Foothill (210) Freeway will be closed all week in the evening and overnight for a pavement rehabilitation project: BREAKING.

Bill Requiring Calif. To Use Renewable Energy Gets Support From LA leaders
Two Los Angeles Councilmen threw their support behind a bill requiring the state to use entirely renewable energy by 2045.

Motorcyclist Dies After Crashing Into 2 Cars On Hawthorne Blvd.
A motorcyclist was killed after colliding into another vehicle in Torrance, police said Monday.

Wife Of Late Comedian Don Rickles In PCH Crash
A two-car crash involving a large truck and a BMW driven by the wife of the late Don Rickles occurred Saturday.

Youtuber Elton Castee Lives In Long Beach Dog Shelter For Fundraiser
Elton Castee is eating, sleeping, and live broadcasting from the kennel to raise money for the Los Angeles chapter of the SPCA.

Valley Man Suspected Of Murdering Wife In Front Of Child Captured
A manhunt ended Monday with the arrest of a man suspected of stabbing to death his wife in front of their child in Van Nuys.

Video Music Awards: A Big Night For Kendrick Lamar
Kendrick Lamar was the night's big winner, but Ed Sheeran won Artist of the Year.

How To Keep Pets Safe During A Heat Wave
This year alone 41 dogs, including four puppies, have reportedly died after being left in hot vehicles, according to PETA.

Man Who Allegedly Shot Long Beach Mom Holding Toddler To Face Judge Today
A 35-year-old Corona man will face a judge for the shooting death of a Long Beach mother and the attempted murder of her husband and child.

Attorney Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Minor To Face Judge Today
Benjamin Lawson Adams, 31, of Los Angeles, was charged with three counts each of oral copulation of a person under 16.

Gilead Sciences Inc. Buys Santa Monica-Based Kite Pharma Inc. For $11.9 Billion
Kite Pharma Inc. specializes in the emerging field of cell therapy in which a patient's own immune cells are used to fight cancer.

Santa Monica Named One Of Top Cities For College Students
The analysts at HighSpeedInternet.com used a city analyzer tool to combine various factors that are important to students.

Beat The Heat At The West Hollywood Cooling Center
The City of West Hollywood is offering free cooling centers to enjoy quiet activities in.

Where To Get L.A.'s Best Meatless Monday Dishes
Café Gratitude, Sage Vegan Bistro, Gracias Madre, and a popular burger joint with an up-and-coming vegetarian option all made the list.

$3M Donated To Santa Monica's Rand Corp For China Research
Leaders of a manufacturing/distribution company donated $3 million to the Santa Monica-based Rand Corp. think tank to support China research.

Jukin Media Expands Culver City Office Space
Jukin Media is the company behind your favorite viral videos – remember Chewbacca Mask Mom?

Fire Damages Highland Park Home
Crews tackled a blaze that spread to a Highland Park home's attic and nearby vegetation.

Laguna Beach Awarded For Staying Smoke Free

Laguna Beach has worked to stay smoke-free, and now, the city is being awarded for their efforts

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