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

'Dave Dave' Set On Fire By His Dad At O.C. Motel Passes Away

The former David Rothenberg was 6 in 1983 when promised a theme-park vacation, but instead set aflame in Buena Park due to custody dispute.

Real Housewives' Son Trial Reveals Inmate Calls Improperly Taped

Attorney for son of former "Real Housewives of Orange County" cast member Lauri Peterson wants his attempted-murder case dumped.

BMW Driver Rams LA Parking Attendant: Video

Los Angeles Police hope someone will recognize a BMW driver who deliberately rammed a Los Angeles parking attendant.

LA County Fire Captain Missing Since Monday

Wayne Stuart Habell was last seen headed out for a workout Monday morning.

Disney Freezes Plans For New Hotel After Impasse With Anaheim

The deluxe property, slated to open in 2021, was to be resort's 4th Disney-owned hotel, with one official calling decision "devastating."

O.C. Helicopter Feud: Deputies & Firefighters Work It Out

"This nonsense is jeopardizing public safety and this cannot continue to go on," said a supervisor before conflict was resolved in writing.

Toyota Grand Prix No More: Toyota Bows Out After 44 Years

There was no immediate word from Toyota on what prompted the company to drop its sponsorship.

Redondo Beach Moves To Curb Underage Drinking

City Council passed the first draft of an ordinance which would hold adults criminally responsible for underage drinking.

Fans Pay Respect To Aretha Franklin's Hollywood Star

A memorial continues to grow around the Godmother of Soul's star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.

Ridley-Thomas Was Target Of Harassment Complaints When He Quit

Former Assemblyman Sebastian Ridley-Thomas blamed health problems for his resignation.

Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle, Dies From Injuries

The victim was crossing Orangethorpe Avenue in Fullerton Wednesday evening when hit, officials said.

Glendora Welcomes New City Manager

Adam Raymond comes to the city after serving as Riverside's CFO/treasurer.

At Risk For Hepatitis? Medicare Can Help

Shots and screenings are among the many preventive-health services for which Medicare will help pay.

Alleged Trader Joe's Gunman To Face The Judge

Even though an officer shot a store employee during a running gun battle, the man at the center of the shootout faces a murder charge.

Fullerton Flasher Learns His Fate

The 50-year-old with a history of indecent exposure and drug-related crimes was sentenced this week in Orange County.

New Shops Opening At Irvine Spectrum Center

Among the retail and eatery entries at the shopping center: Hello Kitty Cafe; H&M; The Denim Lab; and Robata Wasa. See the full list ...

County Firefighter Hurt Battling Blaze Near Pasadena

A firefighter fell into an empty swimming pool while battling a house fire overnight.

California Housing Market Cools

Experts aren't calling it a correction, but statewide the market is softening as rising interest rates and the tax overhaul take their toll.

Man Who Shot Santa Monica Cop Gets Life In Prison

The two-time convict seriously injured an officer in the shooting during a traffic stop in 2010.

Woman Killed In Crash On Venice Blvd/405 Freeway Off-Ramp

At least two others in the vehicle were taken to a hospital in unknown condition.

Hello Beautiful! Jonas Brother Lists Sherman Oaks Cape Cod

You can't help but wonder if he's thinking of his Sherman Oaks gem, when Joe Jonas sings "L.A. Baby."

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