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LA To Tighten Restrictions, Limit Gatherings And Impose Curfew

The changes to the county's health orders come as the coronavirus outbreak surges to worrisome levels.

Gigi's In Hollywood Ducks Foie Gras Animal Protection Lawsuit

The restaurant agreed to stop selling the controversial dish, which is made by force-feeding ducks until they're "on the verge of death."

Orange County Restaurants: Outdoor Dining Grants Available

As dining returns to the outdoors amid coronavirus, restaurant owners can apply for funds for outdoor dining tents, heaters, and lighting.

How To Apply To Taco Bell Foundation's Live Mas Scholarship

Apply for a Live Mas Scholarship courtesy of the Irvine-based Taco Bell Foundation. $7.5 million in funds are available for students.

Several San Fernando Valley Men Charged With Money Laundering

The U.S. Attorney's Office said several Valley residents ran a $30 million money laundering scheme involving tax and health care fraud.

Santa Monica Woman To Compete On 'Wheel Of Fortune'

A Santa Monica woman will be a contestant on "Wheel of Fortune" in an episode airing Friday.

Ventura County Moves Into Purple Tier

Surging case rates put Ventura County and 38 others into the state's most restrictive category Monday.

Rescind Newsom's Coronavirus Restrictions! OC Residents Beg Supes

Residents lined up at the OC Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday for a chance to rant at new restrictions levied in a span of 24 hours.

Be Part Of The Pageant Legacy In Laguna Beach

Name your seat and forever be a part of the iconic Pageant of the Masters, Festival Of Arts In Laguna Beach.

What The State's New Mask Rules Mean For Los Angeles County

The state issued new mask requirements Monday that most Los Angeles County residents are already living under.

Mayoral Candidate Charged With Voter Fraud Scam

Prosecutors allege a man who ran for mayor in Hawthorne submitted more than 8,000 fraudulent voter registration applications.

Garcia's Lead Expands Over Smith In Too-Close-To-Call 25th

With a small number of ballots still to be counted, Rep. Mike Smith has retained his narrow lead over challenger Christy Smith.

Beverly Hills Approves $1.1M Rent Relief Program

The City Council voted to add $450,000 to a program offering eligible tenants up to $1000 in rent for 3 months. Applications start Monday.

Commission Probes LAPD Racial Disparities In Traffic Stops

An examination of hundreds of thousands of LAPD stops last year found racial disparities in who police stop and whose vehicles are searched.

Malibu Schools Inch Towards Reopening

Select special education programs will begin returning to campus over the next few weeks, but a full reopening is unlikely any time soon.

Culver City: Driver Arrested On Suspicion Of Carrying Loaded Gun

A driver was arrested on suspicion of carrying a loaded gun in Culver City early Tuesday, police said.

Culver: 3 Suspects Arrested On Suspicion Of Attempted Grand Theft

Three suspects were arrested on suspicion of attempted grand theft on Monday, Culver City police said.

LA County Waives Cat Adoption Fees For November, December

The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control has waived adoption fees for cats during November and December.

Patient Shot By Deputy At UCLA Harbor Dies, Coroner Confirms

According to the sheriff's officials, the patient was shot while breaking into a wounded deputy's hospital room during a psychiatric episode.

It's Just A Drill! Helicopters To Swarm Santa Monica Mountains

Firefighting helicopters from two counties will conduct a series of afternoon and evening drills above the local mountains.