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Catch up on Southern California's top stories for Wednesday, Sept. 2:

Coyote Finally Catches Road Runner In Wild LA Photo

On "Looney Tunes," Wile E. Coyote never had much luck catching Road Runner. But one real-life canine was more successful.

Newsom Could Get CHP Personal Security Detail After He Leaves Office: Reports

The security detail would be paid from the state's Motor Vehicle Account, which is funded by California drivers' vehicle registration fees.

Rescued California Condor Chick Gets Specialized Care At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

He is being raised through a specialized puppet-rearing program designed to prepare young condors for life in the wild.

Brush Fire Jumps To 450 Acres On Ortega Highway; Road Closures In Place, Firefighters Say

The fire, dubbed the "Gibby Fire," was reported just after 2 p.m. on Wednesday in Rancho Mission Viejo, authorities said.

San Diego Woman Who Stabbed Wife 23 Times Sentenced To Prison

This was not the first time Yolanda Marodi had killed a spouse, having fatally stabbed her husband in San Bernardino County in 2000.

Clippers Lose 5 First-Round Picks, Ballmer Suspended In NBA Salary Cap Scandal

NBA investigators found the Clippers improperly helped Kawhi Leonard secure outside income opportunities.

George Lucas Presents A Galaxy Of Art That Goes Far, Far Past 'Star Wars' In New Los Angeles Museum

The 82-year-old GeorgLucas made an unannounced appearance at a media preview day at the museum.

Beloved Dana Point Coffeehouse Shuts Down Coast Highway Location After 3+ Decades

After more than three decades of operation, independent Dana Point coffeehouse JC Beans closed its doors.

Mayor Bass Questions LAPD Training After 2 Deaths In Police Encounters: Report

Mayor Karen Bass questioned whether officers are adequately trained to handle mental health crises following the release of graphic footage.

3 New Trader Joe's Stores Planned In San Diego County: Here's Where

The grocery chain Trader Joe's is making moves in Southern California, expanding stores across the region.

2 Bodies Found In South Bay Channel In 2 Days: Report

Authorities have not said whether the two deaths along the Dominguez Channel in Carson are connected.

Oceanside Man Convicted In 2008 Killing Of Paraplegic Veteran

"This was a brutal and intentional killing of a vulnerable victim in his own home," District Attorney Summer Stephan said.

5th Annual Women's Conference Underway In Los Alamitos: What To Know

Residents can take part in the event by registering prior to Wednesday, Oct. 7.

Santa Monica Airport Park Plans Draw Support, But Traffic And Parking Concerns Loom

More than 4,200 people participated in the city's latest survey as plans for the airport's future take shape.