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Beverly Hills Restaurant Roasted For New Year's Eve Party Plans

La Scala in Beverly Hills apologized for advertising a 'discreet' speakeasy-style New Year's Eve party.

34 CA Cities Increasing Minimum Wage In 2021

Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and San Jose are just some of the cities that will adjust their minimum wage rates next year.

Contagious New Variant Of COVID-19 May Already Be In LA

The strain of COVID-19 found in Colorado has not yet been detected in LA but there is a "high probability" it is here, health officials say.

Health Officials: Film Industry Should "Strongly Consider" Hiatus

LADPH sent a letter to film industry members asking them to slow down production due to the renewed coronavirus surge.

'The Great Vegan Meal Train' Makes A Stop In Hollywood

Volunteers on bicycles will deliver 1,000 plant-based meals to essential workers, marginalized communities, and elderly care centers.

LA County Adds Travel Quarantine To Extended Stay-Home Orders

Residents who travel outside LA will have to quarantine for 10 days upon return, and the state extended COVID-19 restrictions indefinitely.

Orange County's Stay-At-Home Order Remains During COVID Outbreak

The pandemic continues across southern California as vaccines roll out. On Tuesday, full ICUs prepared for an influx of COVID patients.

Celebrate 2021: Santa Monica Pier Pacific Wheel's Virtual Party

Ring in 2021 with the "West Coast New Year’s Eve Countdown 2021 on The Pacific Wheel." It's a virtual event from one of LA's iconic sites.

LA County Records Deadliest Day Of The Coronavirus Pandemic

LA County will likely end the year having lost more than 10,000 to COVID-19, and officials are begging residents to stay home for New Year's.

Wheelchair-Bound Pedestrian Struck And Killed In Santa Ana

A driver struck and killed a pedestrian as they crossed an Orange County street Tuesday morning.

2 Orange County Walmart Supercenters Close For COVID Sanitization

A San Clemente and Anaheim Walmart Supercenter are closed temporarily while the stores undergo detailed cleaning.

Beverly Hills Tobacco Sale Ban To Go Into Effect Friday

A June 2019 ordinance will ban virtually all tobacco sales, except at cigar clubs and to hotel guests.

Prosecutors Union To Challenge DA Gascon's Reforms In Court

Prosecutors are the court to counter George Gascon's directive limiting three-strikes allegations and sentencing enhancements.

Race Begins To Get COVID-19 Vaccine To Los Angeles Nursing Homes

Residents and staff at nursing facilities in LA received the COVID-19 vaccine Tuesday with the goal of reaching 339 facilities this week.

These 16 Chain Stores Shuttered Their California Doors In 2020

These California chain retailers, fitness brands and restaurants shuttered their doors in 2020.

Saint Matthew's Parish School Names Permanent Principal

Dr. Monica Gillespie was promoted from interim principal to principal of preschool through 4th grade.

Sherman Oaks Best Businesses Of 2020: Reader Picks

See which businesses Palisades readers kept coming back to, time and time again.

Missing Man Last Seen In November, LASD Seeking Help

Georges Ritchie Mora was last seen on November 25 in the West San Fernando Valley.

Los Alisos Village Shopping Center Sells In Mission Viejo

The Los Alisos Village, a 27,000 square foot shopping center, has sold for $14.5 million.

Cannabis Tax Hasn't Gone Up In Smoke: CHP Distributes DUI Grants

California Highway Patrol will share $27 million in grant funds resulting from Proposition 64, which has taxed marijuana sales since 2018.

Sea Wall Battle: Family Seeks To Protect Laguna Beach Home

Homeowners in Laguna Beach keep fighting the California Coastal Commission about the sea wall that protects their oceanfront home.

20 Of California's Most Memorable Heroes Of 2020

Patch readers submitted hundreds of inspirational heroes who helped us get through 2020. Here are 20 who really stand out.

Snack Company That's it. Partners With LA Regional Food Bank

Angelenos struggling with food security can join a food distribution partnership event Wednesday with That's it. and LA Regional Food Bank.

McClure Tunnel In Santa Monica To Close For Upgrades In January

The McClure Tunnel in Santa Monica will close for upgrades beginning in January 2o21, Caltrans announced.

Skateboarder Found Unconscious, Injured In Hawthorne Identified

A skateboarder who was found unconscious and injured without identification was identified and reunited with his family, officials said

Suspect Who Stabbed Victim On PCH And Crashed Stolen Car Arrested

A suspect stabbed a victim on Pacific Coast Highway, then stole the victim's car before crashing in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Ocean Water Quality, High Surf Advisory Issued For Los Angeles

An ocean water quality and high surf advisory were issued for the LA County coast, Catalina, and Santa Barbara Islands on Tuesday.

Culver City Councilman Expected To Run In Special Election

Culver City Councilman Daniel Lee is expected to receive the paperwork Tuesday to file to run in the March 2 special election.

Coyote Sightings Reported In Rancho Palos Verdes, Officials Say

Officials are warning the public of recent coyote sightings in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Redondo Beach: Donations To P.S. I Love You Will Be Matched

The P.S. I Love You Foundation will match every dollar raised through Dec. 31. up to $50,000 to help at-risk youth in the area.

Firefighters Knock Down Apartment Fire In Westchester

Los Angeles firefighters knocked down an apartment fire in Westchester early Tuesday, officials said.

Street Repairs Planned Across Palos Verdes Estates

Construction and road work are planned in Palos Verdes Estates, city officials said.

Body Found On 210 Freeway Triggers Rush Hour SigAlert

Portions of the Foothill (210) Freeway were closed in Pasadena Tuesday morning while authorities investigated the discovery of a body.