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Disneyland Facing Racial Scrutiny Over 'Splash Mountain'
The popular water ride, based on characters from "Song of the South," could be ripe for renovation if a group of Disney fans has their way.
Coronavirus Treatment Emerges As LA Passes 75,000 Case Milestone
As scientists report a promising treatment for severe coronavirus cases, LA continues to grapple with the rising spread of the disease.
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Valley Woman Smashes Neighbor's Car With Hammer
Chatsworth resident Marylee Leong was filmed taking a hammer to her neighbor's car.
July 4 Parade, Fireworks Canceled In Santa Monica
Santa Monica College will cancel its July 4 community picnic and fireworks event due to the pandemic.
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Family Seeks Independent Hate Crime Investigation Of Hanging
The family of Robert Fuller, a black man found hanging from a tree in Palmdale, contends his death was too quickly dismissed as a suicide.
Reinstate Mask Mandate In Orange County! Union Leaders Say
Union, business & Faith leaders call on county officials to reinstate Orange County's mandatory mask rule, reversed last week.
Photos: Culver City High School's Drive-Thru Graduation
Culver City High School's class of 2020 was celebrated in a drive-thru graduation event.
OC TO LA Police Pursuit Ends With Standoff, Arrest
A driver evaded Orange County Sheriff's Department officers, fleeing from Yorba Linda to Diamond Bar early Tuesday morning.
12 Die Tuesday In OC, Firefighter Remains In Intensive Care
Two Anaheim Firefighters are hospitalized, one is still in the ICU, battling COVID-19, along with over 130 others.
Angelenos With Traffic Tickets Catch A Break
Los Angeles Superior Court pushed back the due dates for traffic tickets and minor infractions while creating online options for resolving.
How Grab & Go Meals Keep Capistrano District Families Fed
The new lunch line is drive-thru parades in an era where food insecurity remains a major concern.
County To Give Free Lunches To Kids At 49 LA Parks
The grab-and-go meal program aims to offer healthy food to children suffering food insecurity during the pandemic.
Oscars Pushed Back Two Months Due To Coronavirus Outbreak
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences pushed back the Academy Awards as well as the opening of Academy's museum.
LAPD Spent $40 Million On Overtime During Protests
Between the pandemic and the protests, about 10,000 officers worked overtime and may have to accept comp time as the budget runs dry.
Taskforce Outlines Price Of Reopening Amid Coronavirus In LA
Subsidized tests and protective gear for workers, churches and nonprofits are among the needs identified in a sweeping effort to prepare LA.
July 4 Fireworks Show Canceled In Marina Del Rey
Marina del Rey will not host a fireworks show this year, citing health concerns due to the pandemic.
Restrictions Loosen At Los Angeles County Beaches
Group fitness, including volleyball, are still not allowed at beaches. Masks or face coverings are still required.
24 Hour Fitness Closing Santa Monica Location
24 Hour Fitness is filing for bankruptcy due to the “devastating effects” of the coronavirus.
Santa Monica Schools Reopening Plan Still Underway
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District officials are creating a plan for fall 2020 and expect to release more information in July.
Malibu Schools Reopening Plan Still Underway
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District officials are creating a plan for fall 2020 and expect to release more information in July.
Santa Monica Ferris Wheel Lit For Flag Day
The Pacific Wheel was lit with the flag for Flag Day.
Police Are Looking For The Owner Of These Bicycles
Redondo Beach Police are asking the public's help to locate the owner or owners of two stolen bicycles.
LA School Board To Scrutinize School Police And Use Of Force
LAUSD Superintendent Austin Beutner said he plans to recommend eliminating the use of pepper spray and a policy that allows choke holds.
UCLA To Begin Some In-Person Classes Again
The university estimates that 15 to 20 percent of classes will be offered on site,
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