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LOS ANGELES, CA — Share-worthy stories from across the Southland Patch cities to talk about tonight:

4.0-Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Southern California

The 4.0-magnitude quake was centered in the ocean between Santa Cruz Island and Santa Monica. Did you feel it?

Video Captures Rat Invasion Of LA 99 Cents Only Store

The company has vowed to sanitize the store and tackle the rat infestation, a growing problem in Los Angeles.

Community Cheers For Girl Learning To Ride Her Bike

It may sound like a little thing, a few cheers, and smiles of support, but for one Dana Point area mom? This meant everything.

'Wedding Maya-Amour' Contest: Free Wedding At Oceanfront Resort

Hotel Maya in Long Beach is offering one lucky couple a one-hour ceremony and a one-hour cocktail reception for up to 100 guests.

Robert Durst Admits He Wrote The Infamous Dead Body Note

An attorney conceded Durst wrote the note anonymous note directing police to a body. The note prompted his apparent "The Jinx" confession.

Check Out The Rose Parade Floats Up Close This Week

The 40 Rose Parade floats will remain on display through Thursday.

Man Fatally Shot New Year's Day In Lake Forest

The 20-year-old man died at a hospital after being found in an alley in Lake Forest not breathing and bleeding from a gunshot wound.

Golden Globe Awards 2020: First Group Of Presenters Announced

Nominees Charlize Theron, Scarlett Johansson, Margot Robbie, Ana de Armas and Daniel Craig are among those presenting at the ceremony.

Man Trapped After 40-Foot Fall Down Trench In East Hollywood

Firefighters worked to rescue a man trapped in a narrow space 40-feet down the trench.

Santa Anita Race Horse Death Toll Rises To 38

The horse's death was the second at Santa Anita in 7 days. The 3-year-old gelding Truest Reward was euthanized after a fracture on Dec. 26.

Lawsuit Accusing Kevin Spacey Of Groping Man In Malibu Dismissed

A masseuse alleged actor Kevin Spacey groped him while he was giving him a private massage in Malibu in 2016.

HazMat Scare Follows Fire At Brea Industrial Building

Hazardous materials firefighters worked a scene after an early morning blaze at an Orange County aerospace company, Thursday.

CA Chain Restaurant Closures: Major Eateries Shutter In 2019-2020

Dozens of national chains announced closures in 2019 with more anticipated in 2020.

South Bay Float Wins Award At 2020 Roses Parade

The "Our Garden of Home & Dreams" float won the Princess Award for most outstanding floral presentation among entries 35 feet-and-under.

Guess Which Movie Legend Built This House?

You get two hints: He won an Oscar for "Casablanca," and now your first guess is probably wrong.

Bolsa Chica Before Sunrise: Patch Photo Of The Week

It was a glorious morning early this week out at the ecological preserve. Be sure and share your favorite photos with your Patch neighbors!

Judge Throws Out Kathy Griffin's Suit In Neighbor Feud

A Los Angeles judge dealt a blow to comedian Kathy Griffin in her bitter feud with neighbor and CEO of KB Homes Jeffrey Metzger.

4 Survive Alleged Fentanyl Exposure In Woodland Hills Hotel

The incident triggered a hazmat response, and now investigators believe the foursome planned to use the deadly drug.

Golden Globes Going Vegan Due To 'Climate Crisis'

The food served at this year's event at the Beverly Hilton will be 100% plant-based, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association said.