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

10 Heroic, Fun-Loving Animal Stories Of 2019

From a Huntington Beach hiker whose pooch aided in her rescue to a looted lemur that was part of a Newport Beach crime spree: OC's Animals.

New Year's Eve Los Angeles: Grand Park Bash, Queen Mary Fireworks

Thousands will head Downtown for the annual Grand Park bash, while others will head to the Queen Mary, Universal Studios and West Hollywood.

What's Open, Closed On New Year's Day In Orange County 2020

If you forgot something for your New Year's Day relaxation, these stores are open, with holiday hours on Jan. 1, 2020.

Downed Tree, Power Lines Close Road In Malibu

Southern California Edison representatives were enroute to the scene to make repairs.

Thousands Line Up For Rose Parade And 'The Power Of Hope'

Thousands are already lining up for the 131st Rose Parade themed "The Power of Hope."

Please Don't Shoot Your Gun Into The Air Tonight, LA

Like clockwork, the gunfire breaks out every New Year's Eve at midnight, but it's a felony and a deadly celebration, the LA sheriff warn

New Year, New You With OC Parks Fitness Hikes 2020

Get up & get fit without the hefty cost of a gym! OC Parks offers ideas for some outdoor adventures that will get you up and moving in 2020!

Off-Duty Deputy Shoots Man In Mid-City Area

Authorities have not said what led up to the early morning shooting Tuesday.

NCL Peninsula Chapter Hosts Successful Holiday Tea Event

More than 600 people attended the National Charity League Peninsula Chapter Holiday Tea event in Palos Verdes Estates.

CCPD Still Searching For Missing Man, 85, With Dementia

Masaji Maye, who is Japanese and speaks very little English, was last seen in Culver City last week.

USC's Matt Leinart Among Rose Bowl Hall of Fame Inductees

Former USC quarterback and Rose Bowl MVP Matt Leinart will be among four inductees into the Rose Bowl Hall of Fame Tuesday.

New Year's Eve Storm To Bring Heavy Wind, Sight Chance Of Rain

A storm heading into the Los Angeles region in time for New Year's Eve has weakened, bringing little rain but heavy wind.

Video: Police Chase Zips Past Southland Man's Front Door

This Southland man came face to face with a car pursuit happening just beyond his white picket fence, as seen on the Neighbors app video.

Fire Damages Altadena Home

The blaze broke out Tuesday morning, but firefighters had it snuffed out in less than an hour.

Free Metro Rides, AAA Ride & Tows Offered For New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve revelers across LA county can party safely with free Metro rides and AAA tows aimed at keeping drunken drivers off the roads.