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8-Year-Old Girl's French Bulldog Stolen, Family Offers Reward

The family is offering a $12,000 reward after their 5-month-old puppy was stolen at gunpoint outside a North Hollywood Target.

OC Fair 'Time For Fun' Summer Opening Dates Announced

After a year of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic, we can confirm that the OC Fair is reopening in July. Will you go back?

Woman And Dog Stabbed To Death In Unprovoked Attack

A woman was walking her dog near a park Thursday afternoon when an armed man reportedly targeted people randomly.

USC To Pay Record $1.1 Billion Sex Abuse Settlement

The historic settlement was bittersweet for campus gynecologist George Tyndall's accusers, who are still awaiting a criminal trial.

Palos Verdes School Named 2021 CA Distinguished School

More than 100 Golden State middle and high schools were honored this year. See which made the cut in the Palos Verdes Peninsula.

Shrimp Tail Cinnamon Toast Crunch Saga Churns Stomachs And More

Comedian Jensen Karp has been caught in a firestorm that started when he tweeted a picture of shrimp tails he says he found in his cereal.

Wedge Sunset, Hope On The Horizon In Orange County: Patch Photos

Patch loves photos. Send us a picture to show why you love where you live for a chance to be featured on Patch Photos of the Week.

New French-Californian Restaurant, Lounge Opening This Summer

A new French-Californian restaurant and lounge is slated to open this summer in Santa Monica.

LAPD Investigating After Man Found Dead In North Hollywood Garage

The man's body was found in a garage, after having apparently been hit in the head with blunt force

Lake Forest Cops Find Ghost Gun Manufacturing Operation, Drugs

Lake Forest Sheriff's Department Special Enforcement Team officers discovered an illegal ghost gun manufacturing operation over the weekend.

Coronavirus Remains Leading Cause Of Death In Los Angeles

Though COVID-19 remains the leading cause of death, hospitalizations are down and the supply of vaccines is expected to spike next month.

Parking Enforcement Resumes April 1 In Marina Del Rey

Parking enforcement resumes in Marina del Rey starting April 1.

Feeding Orange County: Coronavirus Economic Fallout Continues

As more businesses reopen officials expect unemployment to improve. Still, the economic fallout from coronavirus has left lingering effects.

No Cash & Clear Bags Only: Dodgers Announce Fan Guidelines

Fans will be allowed to attend the Dodgers home opener on April 9.

What Changes At Orange Tier Reopening: Wineries, Bars, Bowling

Officials in Orange County expect reopening measures to reach another less-restrictive tier as early as Tuesday. Here is what to expect.

Beautiful Pacific Ocean View: Photo Of The Day

A Patch reader captured a beautiful moment above the Santa Monica Bay.

4 LA Judges Appointed To California State Superior Court

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the appointment of 18 California Superior Court judges including 4 in Los Angeles County and 2 in Orange County.

The Autry Museum Announces Phased Reopening Plan

Members of the Autry will be offered first entry during a dedicated "Members Week," while the general public can attend starting April 6.

LAPD Declares Citywide Tactical Alert In Clash Over Homeless Camp

Lines of police and protesters squared off over the controversial rousting of a homeless encampment at Echo Park Lake.

Burglary, Stolen Vehicle Suspect In Pursuit Crashes And Dies

A burglary and stolen vehicle suspect crashed and died Wednesday, Culver City police report.

Standoff Ends With Man Arrested In Bludgeoning Death Of Woman, 70

Police responded to reports of a man attacking people with a stick in Baldwin Park, and they arrived to find three victims.

Preliminary Hearing Set For Man Accused Of Murdering Venice Local

A preliminary hearing was set Thursday for a transient man accused of murdering a 76-year-old Venice photographer.

Prosecutors Seek Victims Of National Park Sexual Assault Suspect

A 30-year-old man who lived in the Los Angeles area and traveled the Pacific Crest Trail was charged with attacking a man in Yosemite.

Suspects Accused Of Stealing Honda, Having Burglary Tools

Three suspects were arrested on suspicion of stealing a Honda Civic, an Amazon package and having burglary tools, Santa Monica police said.