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Temperature Records Fall Across The Southland

Parts of the San Fernando Valley reached 109 degrees a full week before the official start of the summer Tuesday. One Southland city hit 119.

Agoura Hills Nixes Fireworks, Hosts Movie And Decorating Contest

Instead of fireworks, the city will show "Star Wars" at Chumash Park and launch another home decorating contest.

Dana Rohrabacher Protested Outside Capitol On Jan. 6

Former congressman Dana Rohrabacher, unseated by Harley Rouda in 2018, was indeed outside the Capitol building with protestors, he says.

'DiscOasis' Roller Disco Heading To South Coast Botanic Garden

Got your skates ready? DJ Niles Rodgers is bringing a roller disco experience to the South Coast Botanic Garden.

Unruly LAX Traveler Faces $10,300 Fine

According to the FAA, the man refused to cover his mouth and nose with a mask and vaped in the bathroom on a flight out of Los Angeles.

Pride Month: Pride Paddle, Terranea & South Bay LGBTQ Center

People in the South Bay can support gay pride at parades, virtual ceremonies and other local events.

Malibu Ditches Mask Ban, Waits On In-Person Council Meetings

On June 28, the Council will give final approval to rescind a mask ordinance, and appoint a committee to figure out in-person meetings.

Southwest Flights Grounded Two Days In A Row Across Southland

A series of technical issues grounded and delayed flights throughout the Southland Monday and Tuesday.

CSUN Receives $40 Million From Bezos Ex-Wife

MacKenzie Scott gave the university the largest single donation in its history, part of a larger $2.7 billion gift to different nonprofits.

Orange County National Spelling Bee Contestants Reach Next Level

Avid reading is attributed to the success of the Huntington Beach students who have made it to the round of 74 in the national competition.

SigAlert: Person Trapped In Overturned Dump Truck On 405 Freeway

A person was trapped inside an overturned dump truck on the 405 Freeway Tuesday afternoon. A SigAlert was underway.

729 Lose Power In Chatsworth

Customers were without power for 15 and a half hours on one of the hottest days of the year.

Brush Fire Scorches 50 Acres Near Santa Fe Dam

The blaze quickly grew to 50 acres Tuesday afternoon before firefighters could stop its forward progress.

Hazmat Scare Forces Ventura Boulevard Grocery Store Evacuation

A grocery store in Tarzana was evacuated Tuesday afternoon due to a ruptured refrigeration line, and a hazmat team is investigating.

Marina Del Rey Dentist Charged With Sexually Assaulting Patients

A Marina del Rey dentist was charged with sexually assaulting about nine patients at his Los Angeles dental office.

Malibu's Rosenthal Estate Listed For $38 Million

The iconic Malibu estate, along with 180 acres of vineyards, groves, and stunning views, have hit the market.

Brush Fire Burns One Acre Near 90, 405 Freeways In Playa Vista

A one-acre brush fire was reported near the 90 and 405 Freeways, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.

1 Trapped In Pileup That Triggered SigAlert At 118 And 5 Freeways

Firefighters freed one person from the wreckage involving a big rig and five other vehicles, according to the CHP.

Pedestrian Struck, Seriously Injured In Crash In The South Bay

A 57-year-old woman was struck and seriously injured by a vehicle Tuesday morning in Torrance.

Missing Irvine Man Located In Orange, Officials Say

The Irvine man who walked away from his home late Monday in the Ridge Valley area was found in the city of Orange, police say.

Heatwave Blasts North OC, Inland While Coast Remains Balmy

It's perfect beach weather to start the reopening of California. Here's where the hottest temps will be this week.

Anaheim Convention Center Bursting With Interest After CA Reopens

The 55 events represent more than $231 million in local economic impact & will generate an estimated $2.9 million in tourism occupancy tax.

Anaheim Police Seek Catalytic Converter Thieves: Report

A group suspected of stealing catalytic converters from Anaheim cars is on the loose, police say.

Seaside Lagoon Reopening In Redondo Beach

Swimmers are invited to return to Seaside Lagoon this week in Redondo Beach.

Full Moon Over The Channel: Photo Of The Day

A beautiful full moon lights up the marina.