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Domestic Violence Suspect Standoff At San Onofre State Beach
The 5 Freeway closed both directions Wednesday after a pursuit across San Diego & Orange Counties. The suspect shot himself, cops say.
Amazon Buys MGM For $8.45 Billion
The blockbuster sale merges the lion of Hollywood's golden era with the streaming era while vastly expanding Amazon's catalog.
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Studies Find Sign Of Long-Term Immunity Ahead Of Summer Reopening
Two studies into the likelihood of long-term immunity from COVID-19 offering promising findings as reopenings increase the risk of spread.
Angels Cut Ties With Pitching Coach After Sexual Harassment Claim
Mickey Callaway is accused of sexual harassment and the Los Angeles Angels are having none of it. He was first suspended in February.
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Adrian's Kickback: Huntington Beach Cops Seek Footage, Photos
Police are asking the public to share their footage from the party that made history over the weekend.
Pasadena Shooting Suspect Connected To Monrovia Death: Police
One of two men arrested this week in the shooting of a boy in Pasadena was involved with a fatal shooting in Monrovia, police said.
Fullerton Lost Its Pride Flag, Mission Viejo Mom Sends A New One
The rainbow pride flag of Fullerton was "lost," unable to be flown. So, an Orange County mom went to Amazon and bought them a replacement.
LA To Explore Controversial Westside Homeless Camps
The LA City Council voted to explore plans to build temporary tiny home parks and camping sites for the homeless across the Westside.
Did You Feel It? Santa Barbara Earthquake Rattles Southland
Residents reported shaking across Los Angeles and as far south as Irvine stemming from a small earthquake epicentered near Santa Barbara.
1 Wounded In Car-To-Car Shooting On The 101 Freeway
The shooting caused a pickup driver to crash into a center divider, and a stretch of the Hollywood (101) Freeway was shut down for hours.
Rubio's Truck Hits Streets With Free Tacos: See LA Stops
The Rubio’s x Blais Street Taco Truck will hand out freebies from its new "Adventure-Inspired" menu, crafted by celeb chef Richard Blais.
Video: Mercedes-Benz Hits Pedestrian On Sepulveda Blvd. And Flees
Detectives circulated footage of a hit and run on the Westside in hopes that witnesses will come forward.
See Smoke In South Orange County? Camp Pendleton Reports Fire
Smell smoke in San Clemente? A fire broke out Wednesday in Camp Pendleton's training area, sending drift smoke to neighboring cities.
Slain Deputy's Widow And Murder Victim's Mother Endorse DA Recall
"George Gascon, your days are numbered," said the widow of Sgt. Steve Owen and a co-chair of the recall campaign against the DA.
Marina Del Rey Company Accused Of Firing Worker For Getting COVID
A home healthcare worker is suing her former Marina del Rey employer alleging the company let her go after she became infected.
The Ford To Kick Off Season With Free Concerts
Two weeks of free open-air performances ranging from pop to classical will launch the summer season.
Santa Ana Opens 106 Affordable Units For Chronically Homeless
The $6 million affordable apartments of La Placita Cinco and Casa Querencia a joint effort with CDP, Mercy House, and the city of Santa Ana.
Early Morning Brush Fire Ignites Along 241 Freeway, 1 Injured
A Wednesday morning blaze burned through about an acre injuring an Orange County Fire Authority firefighter.
Anaheim Cops Talk Down Jumper After 11 Hour Freeway Closure
Police say the man came down peacefully after negotiators worked with him over stopped freeway traffic for the majority of Wednesday.
New Corona Del Mar Park Opens On 5th Avenue
After undergoing a $6.3 million renovation, the park reopened Wednesday. And who was Grant Howald, anyway?
Parent Group Wants Pasadena Schools To Reopen Fully
The group, calling itself "Open PUSD Schools," sent a letter to the Pasadena Unified School District and United Teachers of Pasadena.
How Much Of L.A. Is Vaccinated?
Half of LA County residents have received at least one dose, a milestone officials call "thrilling." What about LA city?
Pitzer College Appoints Kimberly Shiner As New Vice President
Shiner will oversee the Claremont-based college's office of advancement and communications.
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