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Watch: Margarita-Lapping Bear Luxuriates In Jacuzzi

An Altadena couple captured a black bear on video after it took over their jacuzzi and cocktail hour.

Tina Turner's Son Dead In Apparent Studio City Suicide

The firstborn son of R & B legend Tina Turner was found dead Tuesday in his Studio City home.

Find out what's happening in Northridge-Chatsworthfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Well Hello, Fabio! Hurricane To Make Waves At LA Beaches

Heavy surf, rip tides, sneaker waves and possible coastal flooding are forecast for Los Angeles beaches thanks to Hurricane Fabio.

Orange County July 4th Fireworks, Parades & More: 2018 Guide

Your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events throughout O.C.

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Academy-Award Winning Actress Hurt In Hollywood Crash

Academy Award winning actress Linda Hunt was injured when her SUV collided with two vehicles while making a left turn in Hollywood.

Mourners Pay Tribute To Slain Long Beach Fire Captain

"My dad's a fireman. Firemen aren't supposed to get shot," Capt. Dave Rosa's son said, sharing his struggle to accept reality of the death.

86th Laguna Festival Of Arts, Pageant Of The Masters: 2018

You wanted details, you've got them. Here is must-know information for the 2018 Pageant of the Masters and Laguna Festival Of Arts 2018.

LA County July 4th Fireworks, Parades & More: 2018 Guide

Your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events throughout the Los Angeles area.

Tired Driver Smashes Car, Walks Away In Mission Viejo

A woman driving in the early morning crashed her car after falling asleep at the wheel. Drowsy driver crashes are not uncommon, cops say.

Cigarette-Tax Scofflaw From San Gabriel Valley Sentenced

His cohort from Marina del Rey previously was sentenced and ordered to pay $7.26 million in restitution.

LA Sues Trump Over Detention Of Migrant Children

LA is suing to halt the Trump Administration's efforts to hold migrant children in long-term detention without child-welfare oversight.

Contaminated Heroin Supply Poses Deadly Threat To LA Users

LA County health officials are warning the community about a botulism outbreak linked to heroin with contaminated with a deadly bacteria.

July 4th DUI Crackdown Underway Tuesday & Wednesday

Don't see red, white & blue in your rearview mirror!

July 4th Free Food & Dining Deals In California

Check out these Independence Day tasty specials and freebies from eateries throughout the Golden State.

Proposed Weed Tax Aims To Revitalize Drug War Communities

LA leaders are looking to put a measure before voters asking them to approve a marijuana tax to help communities ravaged by the drug war.

Capt. David Rosa Remembered By OC Firefighters, Family And Friends

Orange County Fire Authority, Long Beach Fire, family, and friends mourn the loss of Capt. David Rosa at a memorial service, Tuesday.

Animal Shelter Renovations Approved In Baldwin Park

Improvements include 4 buildings of dog kennels, two cat buildings, an animal clinic & administrative offices for animal control personnel.

Saloon Bar Worker Arrested In Narcotics Sales In Laguna: LBPD

Two men, both employed by Laguna bars, arrested on suspicion of dealing drugs in Laguna Beach, according to Laguna Beach Police Department.

Photo: Courtesy of the Long Beach Police Department

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