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Labor Day Warning: Don't Party During The Pandemic

LA health officials are urging people to avoid parties or large group gatherings this Labor Day weekend.

Pac-12 Announces Rapid Coronavirus Testing, Signals Sport Return

A testing agreement between the conference and Quidel Corp. could signal a sooner-than-planned return to close-contact sports.

Man Pleads Guilty To Sexually Battering 2 Women At CSUN

Peter Wei, 28, pled guilty to grabbing two women at CSUN in 2018 and trying to put them in a chokehold.

OC Hitting Needed Milestones, 299 New Coronavirus Cases

The county's new case rate per 100,000 residents over 7 days is 5.6. To move to the next tier, the county has to be between 4 and 7.

Taylor Swift Can't Shake Off This Lawsuit

Two songwriters say Swift's smash hit "Shake It Off" sampled their lyrics. Now, they aim for a portion of her profits in an ongoing lawsuit.

Shooting At Essex Skyline: 3 Hospitalized, 2 Arrests Made

Two men are under arrest at an area hospital after a drug deal turned violent at an upscale Santa Ana apartment building.

Dangerous Heat Blankets Southland, No Reprieve At Coast

Coastal communities will climb up to 109 Saturday, about the same as inland communities, which is unusual.

Coastal Cleanup At California Beaches All September Long

Every Saturday in September, it's your chance to love the place you live. Coastal Cleanup Day is happening all month long in Laguna Beach.

Carole Baskin Joins Celebrities On 'Dancing With The Stars'

The hit show "Dancing With The Stars" released its fall 2020 celebrity dancer lineup, including this cool kitten and Big Cat Refuge owner.

Homekey Program Seeks $28 Million In Funds For Stanton Motels

Orange County and Jamboree Housing Corporation applied for $28 million in funds to provide housing for those experiencing homelessness.

Former Bell City Councilman Charged With Murdering His Wife

Danny Lee Harber, who served as a Bell city councilman from 2011 to 2013, was arrested Tuesday for allegedly shooting his 81-year-old wife.

LA Auto Show Postponed Until May 2021

The famed auto show normally runs in November, but will run at the Los Angeles Convention Center from May 21-31 due to COVID-19.

Beach City Cops Join Forces Labor Day Weekend

Seal Beach, Huntington Beach & Newport Beach Police Departments are joining together to patrol beach towns for impaired drivers this weekend

Lake Forest Restaurant Month: Get Your Tickets Through September

Do you love dining out in Lake Forest? The Virtual Taste of Lake Forest is underway until Sept. 30. Here's how to participate.

Mission Viejo Residential Thefts On The Rise, Cops Say

Has your car been broken into lately? Check if your garage door opener is still inside. Thieves could use it to break inside your home.

Some LA Testing Sites Will Close During Labor Day Heat Wave

Some LA County coronavirus testing sites will close during the heat wave and Labor Day weekend.

LA Film Production Significantly Rises In August

A number of film productions are returning to Los Angeles in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

Artwork Stolen From LA Gallery Recovered After 25 Years

Los Angeles detectives have recovered a painting stolen 25 years ago from a gallery in LA.

Paintball Shootings On The Rise In LA, Police Warn

Police are warning people of a rise in paintball shootings in Los Angeles and asking the public's help for information.

Culver City Police Recover Gun, 3 Suspects In Custody

Culver police were searching for three armed suspects Thursday, officials said.

Culver City Parking Enforcement Relaxed Through October

To encourage people to continue staying home during the pandemic, parking enforcement will be relaxed through Oct. 5 in Culver City.

Honda And General Motors To Establish Strategic Alliance In US

Honda and General Motors will begin to jointly develop all-new electric vehicles.

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