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LOS ANGELES, CA — Share-worthy stories from across the Southland Patch cities to talk about tonight:

Arson Suspected In High-Rise Fire That Trapped Residents

Trapped residents were forced to cling to the side of the building and huddle on the rooftop to escape the blaze in the 25-story building.

Helicopter Crash Site Video Released, Feds Hone In On Causes

It could be 12-18 months before a final report is issued on the crash that killed Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, 13, and seven others.

Gianna Bryant Memorialized By University She Dreamed Of Attending

She was known as "Mambacita," a fierce competitor on the court, a loving daughter & friend who died, too young, on the way to a tournament.

Coronavirus: 201 U.S Citizens Flown From Wuhan To Southland

The U.S. State Department chartered a flight of U.S. citizens and routed them to March Air Force base for screening.

Mother Of Uber Driver Rape Victim Confronts Daughter's Attacker

"I've worked so hard to raise (my daughters) and keep them safe, and you took all of that away in one night," she told her child's rapist.

The 'House That Alto Built' Remembers Coach At OCC Season Opener

Coach John Altobelli, longtime leader of the Orange Coast College baseball team, was memorialized in an emotional pregame ceremony Tuesday.

SpaceX Launches 60 Satellites For Potential Wi-Fi From Space

The satellites were propelled into orbit aboard a Falcon 9 rocket as part of SpaceX's effort to create a global internet service.

Lieutenant Accuses Sheriff Villanueva Of Bias Against Women

In a lawsuit against the county, a Sheriff's lieutenant alleges Sheriff Alex Villanueva shows favoritism toward male employees.

Owners Of Borderline Bar & Grill Open New Venue In Agoura Hills

The Borderline Bar staff refused to give up — and weekly country music dance nights will live on at the new BL Dancehall & Saloon.

Wind Advisories Continue: How Windy Was It In San Gabriel Valley

Much of San Gabriel Valley remained under a wind advisory through Friday. Wind gusts in the mountains reached these speeds.

Wind Advisory In Mission Viejo, Downed Tree Blocks Road

Strong winds and warm weather will last throughout the week across Orange County. Downed trees and power outages are possible through Friday

OC Sober Living Homes Under New Ordinances for 2020

New ordinances ordered for sober living homes in OC will be "good for those getting their lives in order" and good for schools & families.

'The Hills' Star Testifies Against 'How I Met Your Mother' Star

Testifying for Josh Radnor's Hollywood Hills neighbor, actress Audrina Patridge says the "How I Met Your Mother" was a stressful neighbor.

Get Ready. Oscars Street Closures Are Already Starting

Road closures have begun and will increase as the 92nd Academy Awards approach.

Real Estate Mogul Caruso Donates $5 million To Loyola High School

Rick J. Caruso and his wife will help fund the school's building project and a scholarship for high-performing, low-income students.

Firefighters Knock Down House Fire In Malibu

The fire was north of City Hall and smoke was visible from the Civic Center area, the City of Malibu said.

Monrovia High Showcases Campus Life During Annual Open House

Monrovia High School hosted its annual Open House while showcasing scholastic academies, career technical education (CTE) pathways and more.

Long Beach Will Plant A Free Fruit Tree In Your Front Yard

Long Beach residents can now apply to have a fruit tree planted by City staff in their front yard for free.

Suspect Arrested In Fatal Sunset Boulevard Hit & Run

A man suspected of driving a stolen BMW and causing a head-on crash that killed the other driver Thursday has been arrested.

LA's 'Unhackable' Voting System Will Give You 11 Days To Vote

The new voting system rolling out in LA is touchscreen, tied to a paper ballot, multi-lingual and allows voters to vote where convenient.