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

Meet Ndjia, LA's New Gorilla

The Los Angeles Zoo brought in a new breeding gorilla in hopes of helping the survival of the critically endangered species.

Where To Get Free Ice Cream On Sunday In California

Keep cool on "National Ice Cream Day 2018" with these sweet deals and freebies!

Watch: Bumbling Bad Guys Outgunned By Jewelry Store Owner

Police hope someone will recognize a pair of brazen robbers who bumbled an attempt to rob a jewelry store in Studio City.

Lottery Winner Becomes Record-Setting Loser

A court ruling made it official: a Lotto winner in Chatsworth left $63 million, the largest unclaimed jackpot in state history, on the table.

North OC Man Opens Fire On Burglars

A Garden Grove resident protected his home from burglars Friday morning by opening fire as they attempted to break in.

Alleged Secret Society Among LA Deputies Roils Department, Again

An LA County watchdog panel is calling for an investigation into new allegations of a gang-like secret subculture of sheriff's deputies.

OC Fair Opens With Gusto July 13

Get ready! it's time for deep fried...everything, and to see farm animals the kids have only read about in books! come to the OC Fair, 2018.

Family Of Unarmed Student Killed By Long Beach Police To Appeal

Federal jury rejected wrongful death claims by parents against city, officer, who "was forced to use deadly force" in shooting debate champ.

Seal Beach Ex-Narcotics Agent Pleads Guilty To Multiple Charges

A Seal Beach man pleaded guilty to charges of bribery, obstruction of justice and lying to investigators, according to court records.

LA Times Squares Off Against City Over Mayor's Travel Costs

As Mayor Eric Garcetti, rumored to be exploring a presidential bid, travels the country, what is the bill LA taxpayers are footing?

Unidentified Body Discovered In Burning Car

The charred body of an unidentified man was found inside a car in this Orange County neighborhood.

How You Can Help With The Emergency Blood Shortage, Los Angeles

Local hospitals are critically low on blood and in need of all types of donors, particularly from people with type O blood.

Manhunt On: Suspect ID'd In Violent Attack Of Clerk

Julio Cesar Roman is wanted for allegedly slashing a mom of six in a gas station restroom after asking her to fix the toilet. Where is he?

Don't Miss 'Summer Lovin’ Shindig' In Malibu

An all-day extravaganza featuring a BBQ, free yoga, sweet treats, corn hole, shopping, games, crafts and a sunset movie. Puppies, too!

Scouts Seek Conservation Badges This Weekend At Bolsa Chica

Bolsa Chica Conservancy will ensure that a quality STEM-based program is offered to all Orange County scouts.

Judges Rules For Hollywood Palladium Residential Tower Project

A judge ruled against the AIDS Healthcare Foundation's effort to block construction of residential towers behind the Hollywood Palladium.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Teen Driver

A teenage driver fatally struck a 66-year-old pedestrian in Fullerton. He was later identified.

photo courtesy of LA ZOO