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Medieval-Style' Murders Around LA Lead To MS-13 Bust

Prosecutors contend dozens of MS-13 members committed a series of machete murders in the hills overlooking Los Angeles.

Malibu Swimmer Qualifies For 2020 Olympics

Jordan Wilimovsky qualified for the 2020 Olympics with a fifth-place finish at the 2019 FINA World Championships.

Mission Viejo's St. Kilian Catholic Church Celebrates 50 Years

It is a Jubilee Year of Grace and Gratitude for the church that rose to serve the community in Orange County.

Emmy Award Nominations: Swan Song For 'Veep,' 'Game Of Thrones'

"Game of Thrones" and "Veep" will compete with "Ozark," "Pose," and "This Is Us," and "Schitt's Creek." in a bid to go out on top.

4.5 Magnitude Quake Hits Southern California

The largest aftershock in days, the quake hits as seismologists express concern that the Ridgecrest quakes could trigger other faults.

DUI And Driver License Checkpoint Coming To Manhattan Beach

"The intent of the checkpoint is to encourage sober designated drivers," the Manhattan Beach Police Department said in a statement.

Heat Waves Will Be LA's New Norm, Climate Change Model Shows

The number of 90-degree days will more than triple across the Southland in just decades, according to a new report.

Power Outage Leaves 13,000 Fullerton Residents In The Dark

An outage overnight left much of Fullerton without power until early Tuesday morning.

Grass Lawn Removal Rebate Increases In Malibu

Malibu residents who remove grass landscaping can receive a rebate of $5 per square foot of turf removed.

Disturbing Details Emerge In Sex Abuse Case Against Church Leader

Naason Joaquin Garcia, leader of the worldwide La Luz del Mundo, used his status as 'apostle' to orchestrate child rape, prosecutors allege.

Seawall Removal Could Leave Laguna Beach Home Vulnerable

A judge has allowed the removal of a seawall that currently protects a $25 million Laguna Beach residence.

South Bay Man Who Admitted To Killing Mother Is Sentenced

The man told Torrance police he "couldn't stand" his 69-year-old mother, police said.

West LA College Part Of $12 Million Grant for Apprentice Program

The grant will be used to prepare and place nearly 1,500 workers into apprenticeship roles in advanced manufacturing.

Suspect In Getty-Linked Bel Air Mansion Gun Cache Faces Judge

A 58-year-old man suspected of stockpiling more than 1,000 weapons entered his plea Monday.

OC Sheriff's Deputies Injured While Serving A Restraining Order

Orange County Sheriff's Department Deputies were hurt overnight while attempting to serve a restraining order

Signal Hill Public Library To Host Grand Opening Event

The event will include refreshments, entertainment, special tours and presentations, children’s activities, games, and much more.

SigAlert: Biker Killed On 210 Freeway

The crash triggered a temporary freeway closure on the westbound side of the 210 Freeway in Pasadena.

Gas Prices Fall In Orange County

The cost of fuel is lowering, according to AAA's most recent report. How much did you last pay at the pump?

Inland Heat New Way Of Life For Orange County

The number of 90-degree days will more than triple across the Southland in just decades, according to a new report.

Reward Offered For Helping Solving The Murder Of Altadena Toddler

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors renewed the reward for help bringing a four-year-old Altadena boy's killer to justice.

Woman Killed In Pasadena Parking Lot ID'd; No Arrests Yet

Pamela Cross' battered body was found in the parking lot of a Pasadena medical center. It's a homicide with more questions than answers.

Woman Arrested After 7-Hour Hollywood Standoff

A woman police believe may have been suicidal and armed, held a SWAT Team at bay in Hollywood for hours before surrendering.

1 Trapped In Valley Blvd. Crash That May Be Linked To Shooting

It took firefighters an hour to free a person trapped in the crash that authorities think may be linked to an earlier shooting.

Man Shot And Killed In Dispute With Neighbor In Temple City

The man, who was shot while arguing with his neighbor, later died at a hospital. A suspect is in custody.