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Jet Dumps Fuel On Dozens Of Kids At LA Schools

A jet making an emergency landing at LAX dumped fuel on a school playground, injuring over two dozen students and adults, authorities say.

Chez Melange To Close After 37 Years In South Bay

Chez Melange will cook favorite dishes from the decades in a Farewell Tour to thank their patrons for the love and support over the years.

Watch Gray Whale Mother, Newborn Calf Snuggle Off Dana Point

Gray whales are traveling with their babies off the shores of Dana Point. Watch this tranquil moment of a mother and baby calf bonding.

Community Mourns Deputy Killed Helping Woman Cross The Street

Detective Amber Leist stopped to help an elderly woman who had fallen in the street when she was struck by a car.

Orange County's First Flu-Related Death Of Season Reported

A Tustin man died of complications of the flu, the Orange County Healthcare Agency reported. This is the first flu-death of the season.

'Highlander' Actor Stan Kirsch Takes His Own Life

Fans of his work in "Highlander," "JAG," and "General Hospital" mourned the death of actor Stan Kirsch.

Girl, 5, And Woman Hit By Car In South Bay

Both victims were hospitalized for their injuries after the crash in Torrance Tuesday morning.

Hazmat Crew Removes 2 Canisters Of Mercury From Santa Ana Home

A woman claims her boyfriend was going to kill her using the mercury, Santa Ana police say.

LA Names Intersection For Hip Hop Pioneer Of The Campbellock

"Soul Train" dancer Don Campbell gave the world the "Campbellock." Now LA is giving him Crenshaw Boulevard and Stocker Street.

High Court Rejection Likely Dooms Former Sheriff Baca To Prison

The 77-year-old former sheriff may soon have to report to prison for obstruction of justice and lying to the FBI.

No Charges For Driver Involved In Laguna Niguel Teacher's Death

Scott Clark, 55, died after being struck on his bicycle while training for a triathlon in Laguna Niguel. OCDA says he cannot file charges.

Garden Grove Mayor To Chair OCTA, Keeping Orange County Moving

Steven R. Jones will be the next chairman of the Orange County Transportation Authority board after serving as vice-chairman.

Probe Into Allegations Of Falsified LAPD Traffic Stops Widens

More than 20 Los Angeles Police Officers have been sidelined amid allegations they falsely identified motorists as gang members.

Beverly Hills Launches Sustainability Workshop Series

Each of the free workshops will be led by experts in the field, and be dedicated to one topic related to sustainability.

LA Can't Solve Homeless Epidemic Alone, Says Gov. Newsom

The governor has been touring Southland homeless shelters to understand the homeless crisis overwhelming the state.

2 Teens Hit, Injured By Car Near Long Beach School

Two pedestrians, ages 17 and 18, were seriously injured after they were hit by a car near Long Beach Polytechnic High School.

Democratic Debate Viewing Parties Set For Around LA

Viewing parties hosted by supporters of various candidates will be held around Los Angeles County.

Pedestrian Hit By Car, Critically Injured In Malibu

The victim was critically injured and was airlifted to UCLA's trauma center.

Venice House Fire Under Investigation

A fire broke out inside a one-story home in Venice Monday night.

Driver Airlifted From Crash On 101 Freeway In Calabasas

The crash occurred around 5 p.m. on the eastbound side of the freeway near the Parky Calabasas exit.