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Tom Hanks,Rita Wilson (Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)

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

Trump Bans Air Travel From Europe To Combat Coronavirus Pandemic

The president addressed the nation to announce European travel ban after the World Health Organization declared a pandemic and stocks sunk.

First Coronavirus Fatality Hits LA County As Impact Spreads

A woman in her 60s died from the coronavirus, which is beginning to impact daily life in Los Angeles.

Find out what's happening in Venice-Mar Vistafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Tom Hanks And Rita Wilson Sickened With Coronavirus

The Hollywood power couple, both 63, announced they are in isolation while battling the coronavirus.

Avengers Campus Opens July 2020 At Disney California Adventure

Imagineers have thought of everything you've ever wanted to see, touch, experience, and taste with the newest land set to open this summer.

Find out what's happening in Venice-Mar Vistafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Actress Mindy Kaling Buys Frank Sinatra's Malibu Home

Take a look inside the Broad Beach home that the "The Office" star just bought for $9.55 million.

Garden Grove Cafe Shooter Turns Gun On Himself: Cops

Police responded to the Garden Grove Cafe 368 Tuesday, after multiple patrons fled, reporting a man with a gun.

Pepperdine Suspends In-Person Classes Due To Coronavirus Concerns

Classes will be held online starting next week.

Body Found On Freeway Near Griffith Park

The police investigation into the death of a man whose body was found near the center divider on the 5 Freeway, briefly blocked one lane.

South OC Senior Day Postponed Over Coronavirus Fears

The annual senior day celebration scheduled for Friday in Mission Viejo will be delayed due to "social distancing practices."

CSULB Suspends In-Person Classes Over Coronavirus Concerns

The six-day break will allow faculty to prepare for alternative instruction, which will begin Wednesday, March 18.

USC, UCLA Cancel In-Person Classes As Coronavirus Spreads

The universities are also banning fans from school sporting events as a precaution against the spread of the coronavirus.

Coronavirus: UC Irvine Cancels In-Person Classes

With one student in the clear from new coronavirus & midterms coming, UC Irvine has outlined their plans & the uncertainty of what's to come

Cops Seek Illegal Pot Shop Owners In Santa Ana

On Tuesday afternoon, police raided the store & seized 45 pounds of cannabis products, money, and a handgun. The owners vanished, cops say.

Coronavirus Questions? Join OC Health's Virtual Town Hall

Dial-in to Thursday's call as OC Healthcare Agency updates residents on the new coronavirus, and the state of health in our towns.

Lake Forest Deputies Halt Walgreen's Robbery Suspects

A Walgreen's reported a robbery in progress, and Orange County Sheriff's Department Deputies made a swift end to the getaway.

Lawsuit Aims To Force LA To Provide Shelter For The Homeless

The Los Angeles Alliance for Human Rights is suing to get LA County and City to require them to provide thousands of beds by fall.

Cal State Fullerton Stays The Course During Coronavirus Outbreak

Amid growing public health concerns Cal State Fullerton says they have "no plans" to change their current response to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Laguna Beach City And Schools Monitoring Coronavirus Outbreak

The city of Laguna Beach shares resident concerns with regard to the spread of COVID-19, suggests common-sense practices to avoid exposure.

E3 Gaming Expo At LA Convention Center Canceled

The annual Electronic Entertainment Expo slated for June at the Los Angeles Convention Center has been scrubbed due to the coronavirus

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