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Trump Advisor Indicted For Alleged Lobbying On Behalf Of UAE

A former Trump chairman is accused of lobbying on behalf of the United Arab Emirates, the U.S. Department of Justice says.

Producers May Mandate Film Crew Vaccinations Under Union Deal

Entertainment industry unions reached a tentative deal for workplace safety modifications in the coronavirus era.

Huntington Beach Olympic Basketball Player Struck With COVID

In a heartfelt Instagram release, Katie Lou Samuelson, former Mater Dei standout, tells all about being unable to compete in Tokyo.

Long Beach Family With Autistic Teenage Son Forced Off Southwest Airlines Flight In St. Louis

"He will not keep a mask on his face. We have tried and tried. He just won't do it," LaShaunda Jethro told CBSLA.

Historic Hollywood Tower Apartments Listed For Sale

The former home of Marilyn Monroe has been owned since 2015 by Los Angeles-based MWest Holdings, who did not publicly list the asking price.

Pasadena To Reinstate Mask Mandate Amid COVID-19 Surge

Pasadena will also become the first city in Southern California to require its government workers to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

Activists Allege Racism In LAPD's South LA Fireworks Explosion

Black Lives Matter-Los Angeles activists demand Chief Michel Moore's Termination and reparations for Explosives SNAFU that Injured 17.

Man Testifies He 'Felt Death' At The Hands Of Ed Buck

A self-described addict who said he was paid to party with wealthy political donor Ed Buck described being repeatedly injected with drugs.

La Verne City Council Votes No Confidence In LA County DA Gascón

The La Verne City Council voted 3-2 to express their dissatisfaction with District Attorney George Gascón's special directives.

OC's COVID Cases Double, 59 Patients Remain In Intensive Care

The Orange County Health Care Agency reported 315 new cases Tuesday bringing the cumulative total to 259,695 cases since the pandemic began.

Tokyo Olympic Begins With UCLA Alumni Competing For The Gold

Several Southern California athletes will compete in the Olympic softball games Tuesday.

Walnut Council Chooses New Mayor And Mayor Pro Tem

The change in leadership is part of the Walnut City Council’s annual reorganization process.

Lake Forest Evacuation Maps Released: What To Know

Lake Forest is a high fire risk city, so knowing not just one but two evacuation routes is essential.

Man Last Seen In North Hollywood Reported Missing

Paul Aguilera, 22, was last seen Monday at 12:30 p.m. in the 11700 block of Gilmore Street, near Lankershim Boulevard.

Two Men Deny Charges In Valentine's Day Shooting Of Pasadena Boy

Joseph Knowles, 21, of Altadena, and Tanja Johnson, 22, of Pasadena, are charged with attempted murder and mayhem.

Marina Drum Circle Invites Music Lovers To Join Community Jam

The Marina Drum Circle is held each week in Marina del Rey. Find out more about the weekly summer event.

Sam's Bagels Moving From Main Street To Montana Avenue

An exact move date hasn't been announced yet, but a favorite bagel spot in Ocean Park plans to move to Montana Avenue.

Multiple People Arrested, Cited At DUI Checkpoint In Culver City

Multiple people were arrested and others were cited at a DUI and driver’s license checkpoint in Culver City, authorities say.

Man Killed By Police Had Lighter With 'Pistol-Like Grip Handle'

When the LAPD responded to a report of a man with a gun, the man pointed the lighter at the officers. A cop opened fire, striking the man.

High-Speed Driver Dies In Fiery Monrovia Crash

Witnesses told the Monrovia Police Department the man was driving around 100 mph in a 25 mph zone at the time of the crash

Venice Family Clinic Has Given Nearly 15K Vaccine Doses

Venice Family Clinic has administered nearly 15,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, the community health clinic announced.

Downey High School Athletes Rescued From Mount Baldy

A high school hiking trip involving athletes and coaches at Downey High School went awry, and two students were stranded on Mount Baldy.

Main Street Closing For Traffic, Becoming Pedestrian Plaza

The closures are a four-weekend celebration and pilot project to find out what a pedestrian-friendly Santa Monica might look like.

Mission Viejo Softball Alumna Plays In USA Vs Italy Olympic Game

A Mission Viejo native, and Capistrano Valley High School player features in the Tuesday game, but she won't be wearing red, white and blue.

Cops Tase, Arrest Stabbing Suspect At Santa Monica Beach

A transient man suspected of stabbing another man, then waving a sharp object at other people, was arrested and tased Sunday at the beach.

Calabasas' MUSE School To Open For In-Person Instruction

The School founded by James and Suzy Cameron will offer in-person learning in the fall for Early Childhood Education through fifth graders.

Skateboarding At The Beach: Photo Of The Day

What's the most fun moment you've had this summer? Share your photo with Patch.

Judge Mulls Man's Suit Against Late Dad's Alleged Mistress

A judge considers a man's lawsuit against his late billionaire father's alleged mistress.

Orange County Gas Prices Remain $1 Higher Than 2020: Report

Gas prices remain high in the summer of 2021 across Orange County. Here's the cheapest gas we have found this week.

Simi Valley Brush Fire Backs Up 118 Freeway

A small fire burning along the Ronald Reagan (118) Freeway in Simi Valley backed up traffic for miles.