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Actor Michael Madsen Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI In Malibu

Madsen, whose credits include "Kill Bill" and "Reservoir Dogs," was previously arrested in 2012 on suspicion of DUI in Malibu.

Bomb-Maker Calls Judge 'Cockroach' During Sentencing Meltdown

After outbursts in court, OCDA Todd Spitzer urges lawmakers to make possession of bomb-making materials to be a "serious, violent felony."

Dead Grey Whale Washes Ashore In Malibu

Crowds of people visited the Malibu beach to see the large marine mammal up close.

MLB Opening Day: Tickets, World Series Odds For LA Angels

MLB Opening Day is Thursday. Here’s how to get tickets and World Series odds for the Los Angeles Angels.

Gray Whale Trapped In Bouy Net Near Channel Islands

Crews worked to free the creature, but efforts have been hampered by its skittishness. Two whales washed up on LA beaches over the last week.

LAX Active Shooter Drill Begins Tuesday

Federal agents and airport staffers will engage in an active-shooter drill at airport terminals for two days this week.

Michael Avenatti Arrested On Federal Charges

Michael Avenatti, the outspoken Trump critic and celebrity attorney who rose to fame in the Stormy Daniels case, allegedly extorted Nike.

Uber Drivers Strike In Los Angeles, Sort Of

Uber drivers are striking in protest of pay cuts in Los Angeles Monday, and another strike is planned for Lyft drivers.

Thurston Kids Study Salem Witch Trial Crime Scene With Laguna PD

Teams of Laguna Beach Middle School forensics students investigated a Salem, Mass. murder thanks to Science & Technology grant by Cox.

Community Mourns Slain 9-Year-Old Trinity Love Jones

Trinity Love Jones's mother and her boyfriend were charged with her murder after her body was found dumped in a duffle bag.

Samohi Collecting Formal Wear Donations For Prom Boutique

Santa Monica High School is looking for dresses, suits, accessories and more to give to students who otherwise couldn't afford prom.

Calabasas Plastic Straw, Cutlery Ban Goes Into Effect Soon

“Calabasas continues to be an environmentally forward-thinking city,” said Calabasas Mayor David J. Shapiro.

Accused Aliso Viejo Bomber Pleads Not Guilty To Fatal Explosion

Long Beach resident Stephen Beal pleaded not guilty to the fatal explosion that killed his former girlfriend in Aliso Viejo.

Sunset Captures Community Attention In South OC: Patch Photos

This glorious sunset view from the golden coast caught on camera in Laguna Beach. Patch loves photos! Share yours to be featured.

Claremont Cops Seek Suspect Monday

Police helicopters circled Claremont and Upland searching for a man who fled a traffic stop.

Newport Beach Mayor Makes Wyland Water Conservation Pledge

Newport Beach's mayor Dixon has taken the pledge to preserve our most vital resource. Will you join her and Wyland?

Protect, Preserve Laguna's Pinnipeds In Giving Day Fundraiser

The Laguna Beach Pacific Marine Mammal Center joins four other nonprofits with the goal of collectively raising $75,000.

Coroner IDs San Juan Capistrano Man Struck On Freeway

Police shut the 5 Freeway down at Junipero Serra Road offramp where a pedestrian died trying to run across the freeway, officials said.

Man Shot At East Hollywood Metro Station

It's the same Red Line stop where a transient is suspected of violently raping a woman a week earlier.