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Peter Cullen, Unmistakable Voice Of Optimus Prime And Eeyore, Dies | $7B Biotech Company Leaves SoCal For Texas | Data Center Halted
Catch up on Southern California's top stories for Thursday Aug. 27.
Mom Gives Birth In SUV Near LA County Freeway Before Family Reaches Hospital
A woman gave birth near a freeway on-ramp, authorities said.
4 Years Later, Police Renew Hunt For Father's Day Killer
Leevi Maseuli was fatally shot while sitting in a vehicle with his 7-year-old son in Long Beach in 2022.
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Video: Cargo Plane Bursts Into Flames While Landing At LAX
The cargo plane caught fire as it touched down at Los Angeles International Airport late Wednesday night. No injuries were reported.
$7B Biotech Company Leaves OC For Texas, Citing Business Advantages: Report
An Irvine company is moving shop after biotech firm CG Oncology announced its departure from the Golden State.
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41-Year-Old Pulled From Laguna Surf Dies; Powerful Waves Continue To Pose Danger
The fatality is the latest in a series of tragedies linked to pounding surf in Orange County.
Trump Golf Club Gun Suspect's Criminal Case Suspended
Jeanine John Taele is due in court Sept. 9 for a hearing to determine whether he is mentally competent to stand trial.
Peter Cullen, Unmistakable Voice Of Optimus Prime And Eeyore, Dies At 85
The Canadian actor lent his voice to a wide range of iconic characters.
Data Center Applications Halted in Another Coachella Valley City
Palm Springs is the latest city to say "no" to new data center applications. But for how long?
Millions In CA May Get Surprise $68 Payments From Class Action Suit Over Privacy Violations
Sutter Health provides services for about 3.6 million patients.
UCLA To Offer Nation's First Bachelor's Degree In Digital Humanities
UCLA's new department will blend humanities and technology, with courses examining AI, digital tools and their impact on society.
Sexually Violent Predator Recommended For Placement In Borrego Springs Home
John Phillips has been recommended by the California Department of State Hospitals for placement at a home in Borrego Springs.
Music Festival Triggers Road Closures In OC: What To Know
The closures impacts Irvine city roads and Great Park, which will serve as the venue for the first-ever Daisy Chain Fields Music Festival.
Encinitas Wine & Food Festival Raises $133K For Local Groups
Now in its 23rd year, the festival has raised nearly $2 million for local organizations, according to the Encinitas Rotary Club.
San Diego Seals Move Home Games To Frontwave Arena
The Seals previously played their home games at Pechanga Arena San Diego.
Penske To Pay $480K To RivCo As Part Of CA Environmental Lawsuit Settlement
The case involved alleged hazardous-waste, hazardous-material and storage-tank violations in Riverside County and across the Golden State.
Local Residents Killed In Lake Elsinore After Motorist Steers Into Opposing Traffic: CHP
The crash happened Tuesday night on Grand Avenue near Gregory Place, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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