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Deputy Struck, Killed Helping Elderly Woman In North Hollywood
LA County Sheriff's Department plans a memorial for West Hollywood Deputy Amber Leist following her sudden death, Sunday.
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It was a great day at California Adventure for Anaheim Ducks fans! Did you see them?
If Astros Cheated In 2017, Were Dodgers Robbed In World Series?
The Houston Astros were punished by MLB on Monday for sign-stealing, raising a question: were the Dodgers deprived of a World Series title?
CA Bill Would Make Sending Unwanted Nude Photos A Crime
The bill was introduced by Sen. Ling Ling Chang, who said "cyber flashing" has affected women throughout her district.
'Joker' Leads 2020 Oscar Nominations With 11 Nods
As expected period-films "The Irishman," "1917," & "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" were lauded while these snubs surprised Hollywood fans.
No-Burn Alert Released Across Southern California
Before you light a fire in your fireplace or fire pit, be aware! It is a no-burn day across much of Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino Counties!
Warrant Serving Cops Make 'Breaking Bad' Style Bust In Anaheim
Officers serving a warrant took almost 5 ounces of suspected Methamphetamine, pills off of the street during this arrest.
City Art Installations Are Talk Of The Town In Laguna Beach
From hoodie-wearing figures to street signs bearing messages of love and understanding, now the city of Laguna Beach offers something new.
Supreme Court Declines Former Sheriff Lee Baca's Appeal
Former Sheriff Lee Baca has delayed his three years in prison for obstructing a federal investigation into inmate abuse at Los Angeles jails
Julian Edelman Arrested In California: Report
The Patriots receiver was issued a vandalism citation in Beverly Hills, Calif., according to TMZ.
Big Rig Engulfed In Flames On 91 Freeway
The 91 eastbound at Pioneer Boulevard was in a hard closure Monday afternoon after the container truck caught fire, blocking lanes.
Sir Patrick Stewart Makes His Hollywood Mark At Chinese Theater
The "Star Trek: Next Generation" icon known as Jean-Luc Picard made his lasting impression Monday at Hollywood's TCL Chinese Theater.
60 Eastbound Lanes Close, One Dies In Fiery Crash
Investigators were on scene Monday morning after a sedan landed on top of a guardrail after a single-car fatal crash on the Pomona Freeway.
Passenger Severs Leg, Driver At Large In Stolen Car Pursuit
The driver of a possibly stolen car in Koreatown crashed and fled while his passenger suffered a severed leg trying to jump from the car.
Man To Be Sentenced For 1977 Stabbing Of LA Woman
Kenneth Ray Matthews was set to be sentenced Monday for the fatal stabbing of a South Los Angeles woman in 1977.
Pedestrian Fatally Struck On 405 Freeway In West LA
The pedestrian was described as a Caucasian man in his 50s, who died at the scene.
Aircraft Crashes Near Manhattan Beach, 1 Injured
An ultralight "trike" aircraft lost power and crashed at Hawthorne Municipal Airport, Monday. One was injured in the incident.
CBS OKs 'Clarice,' A 'Silence Of The Lambs' Series
Writers Alan Kurtzman & Jenny Lumet will delve into 'Silence of the Lambs' FBI Agent Clarice Starling's life, following her first case.
Unusually Strong Flu Virus Sweeps SoCal: Report
A highly potent B strain of influenza has swept across Southern California, causing a surge in hospitalizations, ABC reported.
Woman, 37, Reported Missing After Car Is Found On 60 Freeway
Robyn Latecia Nelson was last seen at her home in Tempe, Arizona last month. Her car was found days later on the 60 Freeway in Walnut.
Long Beach Ocean Off-Limits After Sewage Spill
The spill occurred Sunday in Hawaiian Gardens, dumping roughly 11,000 gallons of sewage into the San Gabriel River, running to the coast.
$10K Scholarships Open For L.A. Music Students
Nominations opened Monday for $10,000 scholarships to college students pursuing music careers, awarded by a Los Angeles foundation.
Torrance Refinery Reaches $125K Settlement For Safety Violations
The Torrance Refining Co. agreed. to pay $125,000 in penalties for various safety violations, the EPA announced.
Families Of 4 Killed In Boat Fire Sue Ship's Owners In L.A.
The September fire in a dive boat off the coast of Santa Barbara killed 34 people, four of whose families sued the ship's owners Monday.
Trial Starts For Ex-LAPD Officer Who Led Murder Manhunt
Henry Solis, an off-duty LAPD officer who fled to Mexico after he was charged with a man's murder in 2015, went on trial starting Monday.
Man Accused Of Assaulting Minor; More Victims Sought In Hollywood
Police are looking for more victims of a man accused of assaulting a minor, who has a history of approaching underage girls in Hollywood.
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Pacific Marine Mammal Center Needs Pedialyte, Donations For Pups
Welcome aboard, the first rescued sea lion pup of 2020, named "Hanks," being nursed back to health. The much-needed rehydration fluid helps!
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