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Catch up on Southern California's top stories for Thursday, Aug. 6.

OC School District Pauses Pesticide Use Amid Childhood Cancer Cluster Scare

Routine pesticide and herbicide use at campuses in Orange County was halted after a rare cluster of childhood cancer cases was discovered.

Marine Recruit Dies After Medical Emergency During Camp Pendleton Fitness Evaluation

The recruit was assigned to Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego.

2 Backyard Intruders Caught On Camera In Palos Verdes Estates

Detectives are seeking tips after two suspects fled when a homeowner yelled police were being called.

RivCo Man Accused Of Killing His Wife, Injuring Himself: Police

When officers arrived at the scene, they found a 37-year-old woman dead, police said.

15 Freeway Lane Closure To Begin In Southwest RivCo Traffic: What To Know

The maintenance work will impact the right shoulder lanes on the northbound and southbound 15 Freeway, according to Caltrans.

Major Long Beach Freeway To Undergo 55-Hour Lane Reductions This Weekend

Drivers should expect significant lane reductions, ramp closures and delays during a weekend paving project.

1 Killed, 3 Rescued After Car Plunges Off Angeles Crest Highway

One person was killed in the crash late Wednesday night.

Man Charged With Killing Grammy-Nominated Opera Singer In Santa Monica Enters Plea

The 31-year-old remains jailed without bail after the fatal stabbing of his father at the family's Santa Monica home.

Oceanside Shock Unveiled As North County's New Pro Hockey Team

Frontwave Arena will serve as the home of the Oceanside Shock beginning with the team's inaugural season in October.

Santa Monica Man Sentenced To Life In Metro Bus Hate Crime Stabbing

Prosecutors said Gerald Pitts repeatedly stabbed a stranger after shouting racial slurs during an unprovoked 2023 attack aboard a Metro bus.

Children Can Get Free Haircuts, School Supplies At Back-To-School Haircut Drive Saturday

In addition to free haircuts, attendees will receive school supplies, food and giveaways.

Malibu Brewing Co. Sets Grand Opening For Agoura Hills Location

The brewery will celebrate with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and donate a portion of opening-day sales to the Southeast Ventura County YMCA.

'Aquagroms' Swim To Prevent Offshore Drilling In Laguna Beach In 2026

These Laguna kids drew a line in the sand, sharing their opposition to offshore drilling while fundraising for The Surfrider Foundation.

Deadly, Drug-Resistant Fungus Spreads In CA: What To Know

The often drug-resistant fungus is spreading in healthcare facilities, with deadly consequences.