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Share-worthy stories from across the Southland Patch cities to talk about tonight:

It was a busy afternoon for the Orange County Fire Authority. First, with a house fire in Laguna Woods that displaced a 107-year-old woman Thursday. The blaze, which struck up in the woman's single story home garage, burned so intently that the structural integrity of the home has been severely damaged. Images from the scene show the damage to the structure, which is likely a total loss.

Later, Thursday, every mother's fear struck home at the Shops at Mission Viejo Mall when a toddler became stuck in an escalator's moving parts. Orange County Fire Authority made a rapid response to free the wailing child.

Gov. Jerry Brown Thursday signed "sanctuary state" legislation authored by a Los Angeles lawmaker that limits local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities. This legislation, however, was criticized by Orange County Sheriff Sandra Hutchens, who said restrictions may hamper law enforcement efforts.

Chanting slogans and standing atop bunk-bed frames, immigration-rights protesters temporarily blocked traffic near the federal building in Westwood. The rally, declared an "unlawful assembly" by the LAPD, coincides with the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals deadline for work-permit renewals.

In Los Angeles, a confidential settlement was reached in a lawsuit filed by a woman who alleged her former English teacher at an all-girls school sexually abused and impregnated her. The former student alleges the teacher "systematically lured" her into a year long sexual relationship. But, her case will move forward against another Los Angeles County school where the teacher previously worked, court papers obtained Wednesday show.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT:

• Applebee's $1 Margaritas "Dollaritas" In OC This October [Video]: The official name, is Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar, they said in launching the October promotion. Who has 100 pennies?
• Real Housewives Of The O.C. Casting Call Season 13: Real Housewives of the O.C. is seeking their next round of fun, outspoken women to take part in the reality show. Know any candidates?
• Young The Giant Opens FivePoints Concert Venue: Young The Giant opens the 2017 fall season at the new Orange County Park venue at Fivepoints Amphitheatre. More great lineups this weekend.
• Powerball Winning Numbers Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017: Powerball Jackpot will continue to rise, but over 300,000 players won prizes. Check your numbers.

POLITICS:

• California Survivors of Las Vegas Mass Shooting Can Apply To State for Help: Residents are eligible for mental health treatment, medical expenses, funeral and burial and more.

COMMUNITY:

• Huntington Beach Air Show Memories: Patch Photos Of The Week: This OC military family headed out to see the planes at the Huntington Beach Air Show while playing on the beach. Comment with your pics!
• Road Closures In Manhattan Beach This Weekend: The Hometown Fair and 10k run will lead to street closures, but also a lot of fun.
• October Harvest Moon Is Special – Here’s Why: In most years, the September full moon is known as the harvest moon, but this year that moniker goes to the October full moon.

BUSINESS:

• Harvey Weinstein To Take Leave Amid Sexual Harassment Scandal: Harvey Weinstein, the Hollywood mogul, will take a leave of absence following an article accusing him of serial sexual harassment.
• Here's Your New Favorite L.A. Brunch Spot: Café Gratitude now offers a 100% organic, plant-based brunch menu with dishes like chilaquiles and a cast-iron chickpea quiche.

POLICE & FIRE ORANGE COUNTY:

• Car Plunges Into Ravine, Killing Orange County Driver: An Orange County man dies after his car plummets 200-feet down an embankment on a rural San Diego road, Wednesday
• Dramatic Rollover Crash Injures Two In Huntington Beach: A minivan collided with another vehicle, rolled over at least once, and injured two people early Thursday morning
• O.C., SoCal Victims Of Las Vegas Massacre: Updated List: The neighbor who had your back, a Disney cast member, "best dad," "sunshine mom," longtime love, country fan ... Lives lost, hearts broken.
• Toddler Injured After Getting Hand Stuck In Mission Viejo Mall Escalator: During a busy shopping afternoon, a toddler's hand was caught in a moving escalator at the Shops at Mission Viejo Mall

POLICE & FIRE LOS ANGELES:

• South Pasadena To Pay Millions To Fired Cop With ADD: A jury awarded $4.8 million to a former officer who alleges he was fired for his dyslexia and attention-deficit/hyperactive disorder.
• Valley Man Stored Gun Where Kids Could Play With It, City Attorney Charges: City Attorney Mike Feuer filed charges against a SFV man who allegedly stored a loaded gun where kids found and played with it
• Santa Monica Man Arrested For Alleged Carjacking: The suspect has also been linked to a shooting that occurred in Santa Monica along with two robberies in the L.A. area.
• Security Boost Promised For Coldplay's Rose Bowl Concert: Extra precautions to include more law enforcement presence. "Spectator safety and security is paramount," Pasadena PD chief said.
• Stabbing At Pasadena Gold Line Station Halts Service: An argument at a Pasadena Metro Gold Line station turned violent Thursday, halting service as police searched for the suspect.
• Car Fire Scorches 2 Acres Near Newhall: Air and ground units from LAFD were deployed.
• Autistic Teen Reported Missing From Glendale Area: The 16-year-old, who has a red cast on his leg, is known to ride Metro buses, sometimes heading to downtown Los Angeles: police.
• L.A., SoCal Victims Of Las Vegas Massacre: Updated List: The neighbor who had your back, a Disney cast member, "best dad," "sunshine mom," longtime love, country fan ... Lives lost, hearts broken.

WEATHER:

• Weekend Heatwave, High Surf On Coast: Orange County: Thought you were done with hot weather? think again. This weekend hot temperatures inland OC & LA, beach advisories on the coast
• Mini Heat Wave A-Comin': Stay cool, Southland! Temps to spike Friday and Saturday.

REAL ESTATE/WOW Houses This Week:

• Mid-Century Hillside Retreat: $1.45M In Encino
  • WOW House: This bright, airy home has great flow and masterful updates in a serene setting.
• High Ceilings, High Society: $19.95M In Beverly Hills
  • WOW House: This stunning beachfront property pushes the limit with modern touches and ceilings that are at maximum height.
• Model Homes With Latest Features In Lake Forest
  • WOW House: Model homes in Lake Forest/Trabuco Canyon area will have you dreaming from the word go. $1.5 million starts this Sunset View home

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» Across America

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