Community Gets Homeless Man's Dog Back | Vaccines Left Out

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

Homeless Man Reunited With His Dog Aims To Open Handyman Business

Jimmy Nicholos has lived on the streets since he was 15. Now he's getting a fresh start in Sherman Oaks.

How OC Staked Lives On Unproven Othena Coronavirus Vaccine App

Patch received hundreds of complaints on the problematic Othena vaccination app, which is still being fixed nearly one month after release.

Venice Beach Home Prices Skyrocket In Pandemic, Report Says

Venice Beach single-family home prices skyrocketed in the pandemic, according to 2020 data.

Rifle-Toting Man Causes Scare On San Vicente Boulevard

A man spotted with a rifle near the busy intersection of San Vicente and Beverly boulevards triggered mistaken reports of an active shooter.

South Bay Mommies & Daddies Give Back To Health Care Heroes

Local parents will deliver $5,000 worth of meals and Valentine’s Day cards to support South Bay health care workers and patients.

2 Northridge-Area Schools Accused Of Covering Up Sexual Abuse

Two lawsuits allege that a Canoga Park elementary school and Reseda high school knew their teachers were sexually abusing students.

Beverly Hills Honors Black History Month

A number of young students told the Beverly Hills school board about the Black history they'd learned in school.

Culver City Police Chief Shares Message On 'Refocused Policing'

Here's a message from Culver City Police Chief Manny Cid on how police are using "refocused policing" efforts.

Soka University Vaccines 'Okay To Use,' County Says

A refrigeration failure led to the possible spoilage of 6,000 doses at the Soka University point of dispensing site, officials say.

Random Acts Of Kindness Day: Help Feed Neighbors In Palos Verdes

Volunteering and supporting food banks in Palos Verdes are among the ways to show kindness on Feb. 17.

Calabasas Sponsors Essay Contest For Black History Month

The city is also providing a number of speakers, reading lists and challenges, and resources to honor Black History Month.

Vaccine Eligibility To Open Up In LA Despite Vaccine Shortage

Though vaccination sites were forced to close this week for lack of shots, LA county plans to expand eligibility to essential workers.

Pacific Palisades Optimist Club Hosts Essay Competition

Winners will progress to the District Level, where one person will win a $2,500 college scholarship.

Man Sentenced In CA To Rhode Island Heroin, Cocaine Pipeline

A Rhode Island man was sentenced in a California to Rhode Island heroin and cocaine pipeline, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

SigAlert: Pileup Closes 10 Freeway For Hours; CHP Officer Struck

The westbound Santa Monica (10) Freeway will be shut down for six hours Downtown after a CHP officer was struck at the scene of a pileup.

Report: Redondo Beach Home Prices Increased In Pandemic

Redondo Beach single-family home prices skyrocketed in the pandemic, according to 2020 data.

Pair Of Mild Storms Bring Chance Of Rain To Los Angeles

Cool temperatures and a slight chance of scattered showers are forecast for the Southland.

Santa Monica Home Sales Increase In Pandemic, Report Says

Santa Monica single-family home sales skyrocketed in the pandemic, according to 2020 data.

Sunset View From The Bluffs: Photo Of The Day

A Patch reader shares this incredible view of the sunset from the bluffs in Santa Monica, near Palisades Park.