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Felicity Huffman Freed From Prison Early

Oscar-nominated Actress Felicity Huffman got out of prison a few days early Friday, imprisoned 11 days in the college admission scandal.

Black Star Canyon's Haunted Mysteries, Revealed

The famed canyon in the heart of Orange County draws the curious with legends and lore.

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Tick Fire Hops Freeway, Forcing Thousands To Flee

The wind driven Canyon Country Fire burned thousands of acres within hours as the latest monster wildfire to threaten Southern California.

Brush Fires Ignite In Walnut, Firefighters Respond

Los Angeles County firefighters responded to multiple small fires near the Whittier Narrows Golf Course, Friday.

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SCE Revises Schedule For Power Shutoffs In Malibu

The potential Public Safety Power Shutoffs could affect wide areas of Malibu through Sunday.

Another Case Of Measles Confirmed In Los Angeles

It's the second known measles infection in Los Angeles in the past week, and residents may have been exposed at a pharmacy and grocery store

Star Tours New Destinations Arrive In December

Learn the "Rise of Skywalker" ocean moon's name, as Disneyland's Star Tours promises trips to the watery surface on a Starspeeder 1000 soon!

Los Angeles Choked By Unhealthy Air Thanks To Tick Fire

Health officials are warning residents to stay indoors and watch out for pets, the sick and the elderly due to poor air quality.

2 Charged In Party Bus Shooting In Santa Monica

A young mother was shot to death and others were injured in the party bus shooting near the Santa Monica Pier in November 2017.

Newport Beach Drowning Victim Identified

The 19-year-old Texas Christian University student's body was recovered at a depth of 109 feet in Lake Travis, missing since Oct. 14

LA Looks To Take Major Venues Vegan

Los Angeles city leaders are looking to offer vegan meals at venues such as LAX and the LA Zoo.

Brush Fire Ignites In San Clemente

Orange County Fire Authority rushed to the scene of a vegetation fire near Avenida Pico and Cristianitos Road, Friday.

Malibu Elementary School Picks New Mascot, Unveils New Song

Along with the new mascot, the school released a school song composed by a former Malibu resident who currently lives in Ireland.

Wind Speeds Across The Southland: How Windy Was It?

Overnight & through Thursday morning, Santa Ana Winds have howled through canyons & the county. Here are the strongest wind speeds recorded.

LA Launches 'Cool Pavement' Pilot Program To Beat The Heat

A white top will be applied to streets in the pilot program in an effort to decrease temperatures along city streets.

Best Trick-Or-Treating, Scares In OC: Enter Your Neighborhood

We want to know where you think is the best place to trick or treat in your town! Do you have a spooky yard? A haunted maze? Let us know!

Fire Extinguished At Chevron Refinery

The fire was extinguished and the El Segundo Fire Department is monitoring the event.

Monrovia Couple Named Baskin-Robbins’ Operators Of The Year

Each year, the award is given to an "outstanding franchisee who excels in all areas of operating outstanding Baskin-Robbins restaurants."

Firefighters Hold The Line On Palisades Fire Despite Winds

The 42-acre Pacific Palisades brush fire remained at 55 percent containment Friday despite the threat posed by strong wind gusts.

Old Navy To Host Grand Opening Event In Palos Verdes

Old Navy opens Saturday at the Peninsula Shopping Center. The first 100 people will receive a $10 gift card and a coupon for $15 off $50.

Brush Fire Contained In Palos Verdes Estates

A brush fire broke out in the 2700 block of Paseo Del Mar in Palos Verdes Estates, but firefighters quickly doused the flames.

Cyclist Killed By Hit & Run Driver In Hollywood

A 49-year-old woman was killed by a driver near Hollywood Boulevard.

LAX Advises Travelers Of Weekend Work On Metro Green Line

Rail service will be temporarily suspended between the LAX/Aviation Station and Mariposa, El Segundo, Douglas and Redondo Beach stations.

Tick Fire School Closures: Complete List

Tens of thousands of school-aged children have no school to go to Friday because of unhealthy air quality caused by the massive Tick Fire.

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