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LOS ANGELES, CA — Share-worthy stories from across the Southland Patch cities to talk about tonight:
Thousands Expected At Annual West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval
The event, known as the largest Halloween party in the world, will take place from 6 to 11 p.m. on Santa Monica Boulevard in West Hollywood
How Goats Helped Save Reagan's Legacy
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library was surrounded by wildfire Wednesday, but the Gipper had a secret firefighting weapon.
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Big Brothers Charged In Alcohol Poisoning Death Of UCI Freshman
Five fraternity men were charged with misdemeanors in the death of UCI student Noah Dominguez in January. OCDA's office seeks a law change.
$23 Million SuperLotto Plus Ticket Sold In San Fernando Valley
Are you holding the winning ticket worth $23 million?
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Former CA Gov. Endorses Maryott For 49th Congressional Seat
Former CA Gov. Pete Wilson Thursday endorsed Republican candidate, San Juan Capistrano Mayor Brian Maryott for the 49th congressional seat.
Irvine Shooting Victim Remembered By Loved Ones
Raymond Alcala was shot and killed in his Irvine home over the weekend. Police are investigating the shooting as an isolated incident.
Pacific Pier's Ferris Wheel Has Spooky Halloween Light Show
Watch the ghoulish ghost, smiling vampire and grinning jack-o-lantern on the Ferris wheel in-person or on a livestream online.
Getty Fire: Residents Return Home Hopeful The Worst Is Over
Thousands returned home after firefighters outflanked the worst Santa Ana windstorm in a decade.
Fullerton Fire Burns 11 Acres, Flare Gun To Blame?
A choking fire in Fullerton overnight is 100 percent contained. Investigators are researching whether the Castlewood Fire began with arson.
SCE Shuts Off Power In Parts Of Malibu
Three other circuits are being considered for potential power shutoffs as well, according to SCE.
Easy Fire Live Updates: Thousands Return Home, 1,725 Acres Burned
Firefighters made it through the worst of the Santa Ana winds and managed to achieve 10 percent containment of the Easy Fire overnight.
Power Outages In Orange County: SoCal Edison Emergency Shut Off
Residents of Modjeska Canyon were without power Wednesday as Santa Ana winds raged. More power outages could affect nearly 7,000 residents.
Two People Displaced, One Cat Injured In Long Beach Brush Fire
A half-acre brush fire broke out along the 91 Freeway before it spread to a nearby home.
Brea Fire Shuts Down 57 Freeway In Diamond Bar, 16 Acres Burn
Air and ground crews battled the Diamond Bar brush fire, now 100 percent contained. A traffic nightmare remained for drivers seeking routes.
Two Homes Ignite In Mission Viejo Windstorm
Firefighters battled a structure fire that quickly spread to the neighbor's home, Wednesday, during a Santa Ana wind event.
5 Charged With Murder In Chatsworth Drug Lab Explosion
Five men could face life in prison if convicted in the Chatsworth honey-oil lab explosion that killed a man in September.
Halloween Safety Tips From Beverly Hills Police
The Beverly Hills Police Department will have additional officers on patrol to make sure everyone stays safe on Halloween night.
Airline Issues Travel Alert For John Wayne Airport
Travelers heading to any one of the five Southland airports, including LAX and JWA, were given flexibility to change flights.
Laguna Schools Have 'ThoughtExchange' With Families
Share, Star, and Discover along with other families to see what issues are most important to our district.
Friends And Fans Mourn 'Friday' Actor John Witherspoon
John Witherspoon, known for his roles in the "Friday" movies and "The Wayans Bros." died in Sherman Oaks Tuesday.
Dana Hills Teacher Faces Federal Prison For Sex Tourism
The former Spanish teacher and youth baseball coach pleaded guilty to traveling to a foreign country to have sex with a minor.
Canyon Country Fire Now 100% Contained
The work of recovery begins after firefighters managed to keep hotspots from reigniting during the Santa Ana windstorm.
Hour-By-Hour Forecast For Halloween Wind In Orange County
When might there be a break from the Santa Ana windstorm so kids can safely trick-or-treat? See the hour-by-hour forecast here:
Mumps Outbreak Triggers Quarantine At Men's Central Jail
Visitations have been disrupted as 18 men have contracted Mumps and another 390 are in quarantine.
Top-Rated UCLA Prostate Cancer Center Earns $8.7M Grant
The National Cancer Institute has chosen the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center for its grant to help treat the deadly disease.
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