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Watch: Burglary Suspects Leads Police On The Rare Water Chase

A burglary suspect waded through the waves in Venice, leading police on a soggy chase before they cuffed him at the Santa Monica Pier.

Rape Suspect Sought On Cal State Fullerton Campus

Police alerted students and campus officials of a rape that occurred overnight, Monday, inside a college parking structure.

$1.1 Billion Deal May Buy LA The Nation's Cheapest Solar Power

A city commission signed off on a proposed $1.1 Billion deal for solar energy from the Mojave Desert.

West Nile Virus Found In 12 Orange County Cities

Beyond the nuisance factor, mosquitoes can cause sickness and death through disease agents they carry, including Zika and West Nile Virus.

Police Search For Grand Theft Suspect In Beverly Hills

Have you seen this suspect? The Beverly Hills Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a theft suspect.

PCH Reopens After Fatal Pileup In Pacific Palisades

Pacific Coast Highway was shut down in Pacific Palisades Tuesday morning after a multi-car crash killed one person.

Costa Mesa Woman Joins Survivor Cast: Island Of Idols Season 39

Kellee Kim is battling for the title of Sole Survivor in the 39th season of the popular castaway CBS reality show.

Police Search For Armed Robbery Suspect In Santa Monica

Roosevelt Elementary is on lockdown during the police search, Santa Monica police said.

2 Injured When Car Slams Into Sunset Boulevard Motel

Two people were trapped in the wreckage, and a Super 8 motel was badly damaged when a car slammed into the building Monday night.

SMPD Captain Selected As Chief Of Police In Washington

The 26-year veteran of the Santa Monica Police Department was selected as Chief of Police for the Redmond Washington Police Department.

Laguna Hills Doctor's Office Evacuated After Workers Sickened

Orange County Fire Authority and the Bomb Squad responded to a Dermatology Office when workers became ill after opening a package, Monday.

Culver City Announces Artist Laureate Program

Calling all artists! The Artist Laureate will attend events, engage with the public, partner with the school district and more.

embRACE LA Month Kicks Off Series Promoting Racial Equity

In its second year, embRACE LA Month includes a series of "intimate and diverse" gatherings aimed at promoting racial equity.

STEM3 Very Special Innovation Fair Comes To Orange County

The Very Special Innovation Fair helps cultivate & nurture young talent, a place where children can explore and experience STEM activities.

UCLA Oncologist Honored For Inventing Breast Cancer Drug

UCLA oncologist Dr. Dennis Slamon will receive the 2019 Lasker-DeBakey Clinical Medical Research Award for his life-saving work.

Laguna Beach And Dana Hills To Honor The Veterans At Friday Game

Laguna Beach Vs. Dana Hills High School Football in a game to Honor the Valor of our military veterans, Friday, Sept. 13, 2019.

Smoke, Flames At Chevron Refinery From Flaring Event

Scheduled flare-ups may cause smoke and flames to be visible from areas surrounding the Chevron Refinery in El Segundo.

Watch 'The Meg' From Newport Dunes Waterfront If You Dare

Bring your favorite inflatable and head to the event of the summer at Newport Dunes, to float and watch the scariest shark movie since Jaws.

Suspicious Item Forces Closure At Winnetka Ave. And Roscoe Blvd

Winnetka Avenue Elementary School was placed on lockdown while the bomb squad investigated

Police Seek San Fernando Valley Victims of Sexual Assault Suspect

According to police, DNA has linked a transient to a string of sexual assaults, and police believe he may have additional victims across LA.

23-Year-Old Driver Convicted In Santa Monica DUI Death

Authorities said the driver fled the scene, hit a parked car and then ran from police.

Watch: Brazen West LA Shoplifter Caught On Camera

A shoplifter stealing two Apple cell phones from Best Buy, pepper sprayed an employee who tried to stop him.

USC Athletic Director Lynn Swann Resigns Amid Admissions Scandal

USC's Lynn Swann, a decades-long USC, institution will step down as the school is ensnared in the national admissions scandal.

Garden Grove Man Found Guilty Of Fatal Stabbing, Four Years Later

A rejected boyfriend fatally stabbed a friend of his ex-girlfriend, then tried to cover up the crime. He faces at least 16 years in prison.

9/11 Memorial At Home of Fullerton Firefighter

FF Scott Townley will never forget the victims of Sept. 11, 2001, with his original sign painted days after the attacks, flags, and crosses.