Wahlberg Appearances + Safest Cities + Haunted Houses: Saturday Smiles

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Animals

Little Black Kitten Named Boo Survives A Scare But Still Needs Help

Matching donations to the Pasadena Humane Society will help cover the cost for a the black kitten who was hit by a car.

Business

Burlington Announces Temecula Grand Opening

After months of renovation and building, chain retailer Burlington prepares for its ribbon-cutting ceremony with a dose of local goodwill.

Cookie Co. Grand Opening Celebration Planned For Yucaipa

The Cookie Co. gourmet bakery franchise is opening its newest location in San Bernardino County on Saturday.

Famous Sprinkles Cupcakes Bakery To Open In Manhattan Beach

The new South bay bakery will open on Oct. 26 with an iconic cupcake ATM to come.

Goodwill Of OC Celebrates Updated Store With Grand Opening Celebration

Orange County residents can take a look at the newly-refreshed flagship store starting Wednesday.

Community

4 SoCal Cities Rank Among Top 50 Safest U.S. Cities: Report

WalletHub compared more than 180 cities across the country.

$10.7 Million Rehab Begins On Temecula's Community Recreation Center

The center is closed through spring 2023 in order to complete the first round of renovations.

At-Home Vet Service Expands Into LA

Veterinary company The Vets will provide high-quality at-home pet care to 10 Los Angeles County cities with more neighborhoods to be added.

Beaumont Says No To Massive Industrial Complex Off I-10

The proposed Summit Station industrial project was slated for 200 acres along the south side of Cherry Valley Boulevard, east of I-10.

Ghost Stories Of Laguna Beach: Arch Beach Tavern

The people who live in this haunted Laguna apartment building are convinced they are not alone. Are you brave enough to trick or treat here?

'Ghost Walk Riverside' Returns With Spooky Fervor, Ballet Fundraiser

High school students perform re-enactments, playing roles of the goblins, apparitions, victims, malefactors and Halloweenish characters.

LA Girl Scouts Receive $4.9 Million Donation From MacKenzie Scott

Scott donated $84.5 million to Girl Scout councils across the country, which is the largest individual contribution in GSUSA's history.

Laguna Art Museum Receives $3K Donation For Art & Nature Family Fest

Laguna Beach residents can join in on the immersive community event for free on Saturday, Nov. 5.

Skeleton Spotted Sunbathing In Laguna Beach: Spooky Photo Of The Day

It's the scary season, Laguna Beach, and this neighborhood skeleton is waiting patiently for Halloween.

South OC Veteran Chases Crossword Dreams With Crowdfunding Campaign

Bob Sandelman first patented his Crossword Calendar in 1978. On Tuesday, he'll launch a crowd-funding campaign to make his dream a reality.

Entertainment

Mark Wahlberg Makes Appearance At Morongo Charity Golf Tournament

Riverside County was the place to be this week for celebrity sightings of Hollywood mogul, fitness fan and businessman Mark Wahlberg.

Mark Wahlberg Works Out In Temecula Encouraging Physical Fitness, Fun

The mega-star dropped by a few local gyms this weekend, sharing star power and taking time to stay fit while visiting Southwest Riverside.

Murrieta Firefighters Association's Hilltop Festival Planned Nov. 4

The upcoming Hilltop Festival benefits firefighters and their families in times of tragedy.

Report: Streaming Programs More Likely To Have Female Main Characters

Data found that females comprised 50% of major characters on streaming programs and 48% on broadcast network programs over the past year.

Sheryl Crow Returns To Fantasy Springs Resort And Casino In 2023

Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter is slated to appear on Feb. 3, 2023.

Events

Beverly Hills Day Of Giving Supports People And Animals In Need

Community members are encouraged to bring donations to the Beverly Hills Farmers' Market on Oct. 23 in recognition of civility month.

Coachella Valley's 'Fields of Valor' More Inclusive For 2022

"Fields of Valor" will take place from 9 a.m. Nov. 5 to noon Nov. 12 in Cathedral City's Patriot Park.

Follow In P-22's Footsteps For Wildlife Week

Urban Wildlife Week started Monday kicking off events across the city to celebrate Angelenos' favorite cougar, P-22.

Grab Your Helmet, BikeFest Is Sunday

California State University, Northridge will host a day of biking and walking activities Sunday, complete with good eats and music.

Greater L.A. Halloween: Trick-Or-Treats, Haunts & Pumpkin Patches 2022

Your guide to trick-or-treat trails, fall fests, Dia de los Muertos, haunted houses & more throughout cities & towns in Los Angeles County.

Halloween Trick-Or Treats, Haunts & Pumpkin Patches 2022: O.C.

Your guide to trick-or-treat trails, fall fests, Day of the Dead, haunted houses, pumpkin extravaganzas & more throughout Orange County.

Halloween Trick-Or-Treats, Haunts & Pumpkins 2022: San Diego County

Your guide to trick-or-treat trails, fall fests, Day of the Dead, pumpkin patches, corn mazes & more throughout the San Diego region.

The Eagles 'Hotel California' Tour Scheduled At Acrisure Arena

Don Henley, Joe Walsh and Timothy B. Schmit, with Vince Gill will be Acrisure Arena's grand opening concert in 2023. How to buy tickets.

Thousands Trunk-Or-Treat Through Lake Elsinore's Main Street In 2022

Lake Elsinore merchants and residents poured out the candy and goodwill toward area kids last week with the city's annual Halloween event.

School

Lake Elsinore Unified School District Kids Get Free Reading Glasses

The LEUSD was one of 12 districts countywide in which students received free vision screenings, eye exams and glasses.

Students, Staff Leave Their Mark In College Of The Desert Expansion

A new $73.8 million building is under construction at the College of the Desert's Indio campus, covered by funding from Measure CC.

Sports

Laguna Beach Footballer Becomes 1st CA Girl To Make 2 TDs In A Game

Laguna Beach's Bella Rasmussen scored two touchdowns during a Friday night game against Godinez at Santa Ana Valley High, reports say.

Laguna Beach Lifeguards Win Big In CA Gold Race In Newport Beach

The Laguna Beach Ocean Lifeguard Foundation received $1,000 to help low-income families enroll in the junior lifeguard program.

Padres To Begin NL Championship Series Against Philadelphia Phillies

The series matches two wild-card teams that both upset division champions in the National League Division Series.