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

Earthquake App To Give Angelenos Early Warning For Big Quakes

The nation's first public early warning system for major quakes is available this week for Los Angeles County.

Con Man Stole Millions In Celebrity Burglaries, Police Claim

A man, who ran a sophisticated con posing as a luxury real estate bigwig, stole millions from homes in the Hollywood Hills, detectives say.

Open Casting Call For Pageant Of The Masters, Summer 2019

Do you have what it takes to sit still and have an amazing time doing so? If so, head to this open casting call for this summer's Pageant.

'Curb Your Enthusiasm' Actor Bob Einstein Dead At 76

Bob Einstein, writer, actor and Emmy-winner, had recently been diagnosed with cancer.

'Dear Evan Hansen' Now Playing At Segerstrom Center For The Arts

The long-awaited, highly awarded Broadway musical hit has arrived in Orange County. Shows continue through mid-January. How to get tickets.

No Ifs, Ands Or Butts: Dana Point Remains Smoke Free

Dana Point remains 100% smoke-free, one year after passing the no smoking/vaping law. Have you seen an improvement since last year?

You Can Help LGBT Youth In Need With Clothing Drive

The annual clothing drive for the Los Angeles LGBT Center's Youth Services is now underway in West Hollywood.

Rose Parade Float Fire Caused By Fluid Leak

It was the elaborate float fire that brought the 130th Rose Parade to a halt Tuesday.

Arraignment Postponed For Man Charged With Fire Captain's Death

The Mission Viejo man charged with second-degree murder and DUI in the death of off-duty Costa Mesa fire captain returns to court next week.

Suspected Arson At Huntington State Beach Bathroom

The Huntington Beach Fire Department responded to calls of a public bathroom that was fully ablaze early Wednesday morning.

Police Shooting At Eagle Rock Target Store Closes Colorado Blvd

Glendale Police officers shot a person in the parking lot outside the Target store on Colorado Boulevard.

Winnetka Man Crushed In Work Accident

A 63-year-old Winnetka man died Monday when a car raised on a jack fell on top of him.

Malibu Canyon Road Closed Due To Downed Power Lines

Officials were working to repair the damage Wednesday morning.

Bicyclist Dies Weeks After Rancho Santa Margarita Crash

The Trabuco Canyon rider, struck in mid-December while riding through Rancho Santa Margarita, succumbed to his injuries on New Year's Day.

Pin Trading | Epic Park Hop | Disneyland Happenings From 2018

A look back at the year, from Pirate's ride changes to the new Galaxy's Edge coming in the summer of 2019; Cast Member stories & more.

Photo of celebrity burglaries suspect courtesy of LAPD