New Costco Opening Date + New Steakhouse: Saturday Smiles

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San Diego Zoo To Extend Hours For 'Nighttime Zoo'

The zoo will stay open later and offer live entertainment, special summer treats, and an opportunity to see animals at nighttime.

Grand Performances' DTLA Summer Concert Season 2022: See The Line-Up

A diverse array of free, live performances run June 4 to Sept. 24 at California Plaza near MOCA & Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.

Getty Center Extends Hours Just In Time For Summer Sunsets

The Getty Center is giving visitors some extra time for golden hour.

Costco Announces August Opening For New Murrieta Warehouse Store

The new 151,000-square-foot warehouse with its eight-lane gas station is located at The Vineyard at Clinton Keith Road, near I-215.

Kim Kardashian Is 'Feeling Hopeful' After Chat With Sen. Henry Stern

The Calabasas resident told her Instagram followers "we need people like [Stern] in office" after chatting with the senator on the phone.

Adoption Fees Waived For Small Animals, Adult Dogs At Humane Society

San Diego Humane Society's promotion was extended because of a large influx of adult dogs.

GO Campaign Sets 'Vintage Hollywood' 2022 Date; Joel McHale To Host

The nonprofit fundraiser includes such auction offers as luxe hotel & spa visits and a private tour of Jay Leno’s Garage.

BeachLife Festival 2022: The Smashing Pumpkins In Redondo (Photos)

The Smashing Pumpkins headlined BeachLife Festival 2022 in Redondo Beach Saturday night.

Temecula, Riverside County Libraries Announce Computer Loan Program

Library card holders can now check out a Chromebook for up to three weeks.

Now Hiring: San Diego County Fair Seeks Seasonal Workers

The 21-day fair will be open from June 8 through July 4 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. It will be closed Mondays and Tuesdays in June.

BeachLife Festival 2022: Thousands Celebrate SoCal In Redondo (Photos)

See photos from BeachLife Festival 2022 in Redondo Beach.

L.A.County Arts Accepting Summer Intern Applicants

The Los Angeles County Arts paid internships offer college students opportunities in theater, dance, multimedia, film and social justice.

Amazon, Kong Studios Opening Offices In Santa Monica

Two companies are bringing business opportunities to Santa Monica, city officials announced.

Construction On $4.8M Coachella Valley Road Project Starts In June

Construction on the 4.2-mile project is set to begin in June and is expected to be completed in late summer.

Agoura Hills Cancer Survivor Talks Equity In Health Care

Woody Brokenburr had his leg amputated when he was 9 years old and has worked to create equity in health care ever since.

Iconic Family-Owned Hart Winery In Temecula Valley Sold

Paso Robles-based Halter Ranch closed escrow this week on the property that has been in the Hart family since its beginning.

Poll Workers Needed For June 7 Primary In San Diego County

The San Diego Registrar of Voters is seeking additional poll workers throughout the county.

'Halloween Horror' Plans Underway At Universal Studios Hollywood

The 2022 season of haunted houses will include a monster mash-up of the legendary Wolf Man, Dracula and The Mummy. Tickets on sale.

Second Sand Dune Restoration Project Comes To Santa Monica

A second Santa Monica Beach Dune restoration project is coming to the north end of Santa Monica beach.

Abbott Baby Formula Production Likely To Restart Amid Shortage

Abbott, which has been under fire for alleged formula contamination at its Michigan plant, has a Temecula facility.

Santa Monica Student To Perform At Carnegie Hall In New York City

A Santa Monica student was chosen to perform in a performance series at the legendary NYC venue.

College Of Desert's 2022 Graduation Ceremony Will Break Records

Commencement was held virtually in 2020 and 2021, so those classes have been invited to participate in this year’s May 25 ceremony.

San Diego Has Over $840K To Be Reclaimed By Residents

The individual refund amounts range from $1 to $77,500.

Join Locals’ Night At The Santa Monica Pier

A curated event series for locals brings live music, sunset deejay sets and more to the Santa Monica Pier.

Riverside County Government Coffers Swell

There are no serious revenue shortfalls on the horizon for Riverside County. Here's why.

Manhattan Beach SBFC To Face Rolling Hills Fram Vikings In SBPSL Final

The Manhattan Beach South Bay Football Club will face the Rolling Hills Fram Vikings on Sunday in Rolling Hills Estates.

New Truck Lanes On 60 Freeway Through Badlands To Open Friday

In addition to a new lane in each direction of SR-60, there will now be wider shoulders and open space for pullout areas during emergencies.

Mental Health Crisis Situations In Temecula Getting County Help

"Mobile Crisis Management Teams" will provide on-scene response and support in the community.

Large-Scale Expansion Of Temecula Valley Hospital Moves Forward

The community will soon get a chance to weigh in on any environmental concerns.

Food and Restaurants

Upscale Mexican Steakhouse Opening Soon In Beverly Hills: Report

The Hideaway is set to open on North Rodeo Drive in mid-summer.

Dave's Hot Chicken: From Parking Lot Pop-Up To Fast Track In 5 Years

Beginning in 2017 in East Hollywood with four friends and a fryer, the CA-born chicken chain was named "fastest-growing restaurant" in U.S.

New Pizzeria Coming To Chatsworth

Pizza Guys, which prides itself on its gourmet pies, is set to open this month on Mason Avenue - a first locale for San Fernando Valley.

I Heart Mac & Cheese Restaurant Opening In Palm Springs, First In CA

The company is looking to fill as many as 50 jobs at the new eatery.

Marina Del Rey Bar Named Among Best Happy Hour Spots In Los Angeles

Have you been to this Marina del Rey bar for happy hour?

Venice Tiki Spot Named Among Best Happy Hours In Los Angeles

Have you been to this Tiki-inspired spot for cocktails?

Randy's Donuts To Open 1st San Fernando Valley Shop

The Burbank locale will mark its June 1 grand opening with ribbon cutting & freebies, followed by National Doughnut Day & Pride specials.

Bring Your Dog & It's A Buy-Burger-Get-One-Free At Nomoo On Melrose

Plant-based Nomoo, on Melrose Avenue, also is giving away free "pup cup" for Fido, too, on upcoming National Burger Day. Save the date!

Yogurtland Treats 'Heroes' At Children's Health Orange County

As part of its ShowYOHope campaign to thank "local heroes," the chain surprised CHOC employees with free frozen yogurt.

Yogurtland Treats 'Heroes' At Children's Hospital & L.A. Dream Center

As part of its ShowYOHope campaign to thank "local heroes," the chain surprised employees with free frozen yogurt. See the photo show ...

• Randy's Donuts Celebrates Doughnut Day & Pride Month In South Bay
• Randy's Donuts Celebrates Doughnut Day & Pride Month In Santa Monica
• Randy's Donuts Celebrates Doughnut Day & Pride Month In O.C.
• Randy's Donuts Celebrates Doughnut Day & Pride Month In Pasadena

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