Extreme Heat | Cow Rescued | Bootleg Closing | Homeless Housing

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LA Has Largest Number Of COVID Cases In Month; No Surge Feared
No surge is feared yet in Los Angeles County, according to public health officials.

Extreme Heat Warning: High Temperatures Forecast Across LA County
High temperatures are expected across Los Angeles County, bringing elevated fire conditions and excessive heat Sunday and Monday.

Homeless At Venice Beach Will Be Offered Permanent Housing
The LA City Council delayed a vote Wednesday for $5M in initial funding to offer homeless housing but efforts are still planned for Monday.

Diane Warren Saves Last Escaped Cow From Slaughterhouse
The Grammy Award-winning songwriter arranged to have the cow moved to a farm animal sanctuary in Acton.

Former SNL Cast Member Testifies In Durst Trial
Laraine Newman testified that her friend Susan Berman provided a false alibi for the disappearance of Durst's first wife.

L.A. Auto Show To Return To Convention Center In November
The show will run for 12 days and cover one million square feet of indoor and outdoor space.

Vanessa Bryant Settles Lawsuit Against Helicopter Company
Bryant and families of the six other victims reached a confidential settlement in a lawsuit alleging negligence.

Metro Board Votes For More Affordable Housing Near Transit
The board voted Thursday to prioritize building 100% income-restricted housing on unused Metro- owned land.

Lee, Buscaino Urge Vote On Stricter Anti-Camping Ordinance
Lee and Buscaino urged a full council vote on an ordinance that would place many restrictions on camping on the sidewalk.

Bootleg Theater To Close After 20 Years
Owners said a drawn-out dispute with their purchasing partner forced the closure of the venue.

LA DA's Office Declines To File Charges Against Homicide Suspect
The Los Angeles District Attorney's office declined to file homicide charges against a 28-year-old Long Beach man accused of murder.

Gladstones Redevelopment Plan To Be Discussed At PPCC Meeting
Under the plan, Wolfgang Puck and architect Frank Gehry would take over the longtime Gladstones site along PCH.

Man Fatally Shot Near Sherman Oaks, Suspect At-Large
LAPD asked for the public's help in solving a homicide that took place in the West Valley Tuesday afternoon.

Turtle Trio In The Wild: Photo Of The Day
This turtle trio found a perfect spot on a rock.