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

‘Stone Fire' Balloons To 1K Acres; Evacuations Ordered

Road closures underway due to wildfire that broke out early Monday afternoon in canyon area where temps are 97 degrees.

SIGALERT: Seafood Floods San Gabriel Valley Freeway Monday

A big rig hauling an enormous amount of seafood was downed in lanes on the 605 to the 60, Monday, California Highway Patrol reported.

Coyote Sightings Reported In Culver City

Culver City Animal Services has a list of tips and tricks on how to coexist with coyotes, and what to do if you spot one.

He Threatened To Blow Up A Plane, Now Remains On House Arrest

The Walnut man's defense attorney said that his client was either "dumb, drunk, delusional and/or deranged" after threatening an airline.

'I Shot Him Because He Was A Different Color,' Killer Admits

A Latino Highland Park Gang member could face 20 years to life in prison for shooting a man for being black in the wrong neighborhood.

3 Candidates Vie For OC Sheriff's 'Top Cop' 2018 Primary Election

With Sandra Hutchens' retirement, 3 men of varying experience are competing for your vote to lead the Orange County Sheriff's Department.

Free Burgers For Teachers At Red Robin Tuesday In LA Co.

Red Robin says "thank you" to teachers by serving up free Double Tavern Burgers and bottomless fries.

Los Angeles Police Department Names New Chief

LAPD Assistant Chief Michel Moore will take over for the retiring Charlie Beck, pending City Council OK.

Uber & Driver Sued For Alleged Rape At North Hollywood Motel

Jane Doe realized she was "sexually assaulted when she found two used condoms in the motel room," the lawsuit contends.

Wounded OC Vets Walk For America

Wounded OC Vets Walk For America, awareness of issues, spark discussion about mental health issues and a encourage a fundraiser for charity.

Yosemite Death Of LA Climber Under Investigation

An LA County teacher and his best friend died Saturday when they fell while scaling Yosemite's famed El Capitan.

Could Glut Of Candidates Sabotage Dems' Blue Wave In California?

Democrats see their hopes of flipping the House of Representatives bedeviled by California's open primaries and a glut of candidates.

Walnut High, Diamond Bar High School Graduates Class Of 2018

The class of 2018 left Walnut High School & Diamond Bar High School with Pomp and Circumstance. Congratulations, graduates!

Aliso Fire: 55% Contained, Fire Department Seeks Cause

Orange County firefighters battled the Aliso Fire over the weekend, and are now asking for the public's help to determine the cause.

Candidate Resumes: Meet The CA Contenders In Tuesday's Election

Before you hire your next governor or legislator, check out their resumes and H.R.notes about their personal life thanks to CALmatters.

Elysian Park Brush Fire Breaks Out By Homeless Encampment

The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.

South Bay Developer Pleads Not Guilty To Laundering Campaign Cash

Straw donors were allegedly used to channel tens of thousands of dollars to campaigns of more than a six local politicians.

2 Missing Marina Del Rey Kids Found, Returned To Father

The children were found in Phoenix, Arizona.

Dig Designer Goods? 2 'Luxury Garage Sales' Underway In LA Area

Shop with savings-savvy for luxe-merchandise at pop-up locations in Glendale and West Hollywood. Items also taken on consignment.

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