From an abused foster child headed to UC Berkeley, to health tips from the world's oldest person, to a 9-year-old computer whiz, these were Patch's most-read stories over the past year about inspiring people in Southern California.
Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.
A look at local activities and opportunities that could be of interest to Lake Forest-area residents.
Victim had recently moved into the house. Suspect, with history of DUI, may have been drunk.
It's two years in a row the Chargers have won the title.
As Pope Francis gains admirers, he simultaneously alienates some American Catholics and Catholic allies.
Accident involved an SUV and another vehicle.
If you celebrate too much, you'll have until 2:30 a.m. Wednesday to let the OCTA be your designated driver.
The map below is a snapshot of what section of town has the most carpoolers.
Here's five of our favorite ‘feel good’ stories of 2013.
But the holiday reporting period was shorter this year when compared to last year, the California Highway Patrol reported.
From a kidnapper's autopsy, to a couple's 17th child, to a brother-in-law's prophetic sermon, these 10 stories on Southern California Patch websites were the most read in 2013.
The map below shows percentage of owner-occupied homes valued between $150,000 and $199,999 in your neighborhood, as reported by the US Census Bureau.
An explanation of why I’ve decided to let my daughters ring in the new year.
Also 'The Wolf of Wall Street' and 'Inside Llewyn Davis.'
Explore a world-class museum with views of the Pacific Ocean, spend a day at a 1,200-acre historic park and discover more budget-friendly adventures from Los Angeles.
Here are some interesting tidbits about the upcoming holiday.
These promises are easy to keep—and a boon for your bank account.
Annual "Batteries for Birds" raises money to purchase holiday turkeys and other foods for those in need of helping hand in Lake Forest and the surrounding area.