Researchers say getting more sleep improves academic performance. But is it feasible to push back middle and high school start times?
Warm garlic bread, mozzarella, basil, vinegar ... VERY easy!
Terri Steuben, disaster responder and author of Tails of Triumph: Animals Tell Their Katrina Stories, to share preparedness tips
Support Local Artists on Saturday, August 15, 2015
Criticizing the state's new mandatory vaccination law, Carly Fiorina is quoted, saying, “California is wrong on most everything, honestly."
Cat with a blind eye is the sweetest you'll ever meet
Never leave an animal in a parked car
Local gas prices spiked by nearly 10 cents in two days, but there may be relief if ExxonMobil's Torrance refinery gets approval to reopen.
The northwest grocery chain gambled on a massive West Coast expansion this year, but now it will close 22 of its newly opened stores.
Three people were hospitalized due to a chemical spill at a laboratory at the University of California, Irvine.
August 18th, Tuesday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
With temperatures climbing past 100 in many communities, authorities are advising precautions and conservation to avoid power outages.
The UV Index is expected to climb so high Friday, a fair-skinned person can burn in four minutes.
Garage Sale, multi-family, fundraiser for Leukemia/Lymphoma Society Saturday 8-15, 7am to noon
Academic Performance is Plummeting At CUSD Because Of A Lack Of Adequate Funding
Because of the new moon this week, the 'shooting stars' will be more spectacular, an astronomy expert said.
The U.S. Olympic Committee announced today that it is working to make Los Angeles the nation's contender for the 2024 Summer Olympics.
The school district is looking for input on its current and future needs for improving its classrooms and campus facilities.
With temperatures 10 degrees above normal forecast over the next several days, authorities are warning residents to take precautions.
Coach Jason Harnett is leading Team USA before Masters returns to Mission Viejo
Only 20 percent of the population can afford a home in Orange County where the median price is $713,000.
Movie, popcorn and pool fun
A Texas woman alleges the theme park's carelessness caused her paralyzed son to get 'crushed' on the ride.
Initiatives to focus on youth, education, conservation and the military.
A former football executive spearheading the Carson stadium projects said he is “absolutely certain” the teams will play in LA by 2019.
A heat wave headed in from Texas is expected to spike temperatures by more than 10 degrees over the next several days.
The mayor proposes a $4.5 billion budget for hosting the 2024 Summer Games.
Rodney Quine was convicted of first-degree murder, kidnapping and robbery.
Got an idea for technology related to therapeutics, consumer health, medical devices or diagnostics? Money is available.
A-G Completion Rates Continue to Decline
The college, NFL and broadcasting great died Sunday at the age of 84.
Mariners 936 Sea Scouts of Dana Point harbor sees 4 of its finest achieve an award marking dedication and excellence
This concludes a West Coast swing that began in Seattle.
Temperatures across California will be blazing hot in the days ahead. We have your heat wave safety checklist to keep your loved ones safe.
Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.
Browse fine arts, enter a corn eating or hula hoop contest, or head to the county fair. There's plenty of fun waiting for you.
Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.
Looking for a new career? The state offers competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great retirement program.
The filmmakers of “Shaun the Sheep Movie” share the secret to Shaun’s universal appeal.
The RSM resident and retired LAPD detective allegedly has a gambling problem as well as a storied career handling notorious crimes.