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Firefighters work to contain Granada Hills fire

Firefighters Work to Contain Granada Hills Fire

January 10, 2025

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Curfew implemented in fire zones after looting arrests

Curfew Implemented in Fire Zones Following Looting Arrests

January 10, 2025

Curfew implemented in fire zones after looting arrests

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Relentless Santa Ana Winds to Continue Raging Through Southland

As the reality of the destruction wrought by the Southland firestorm continued coming to light Thursday, fire crews hoped to take advantage of slightly diminished winds to establish containment lines around the various blazes before more Santa Ana winds return to the region.

January 09, 2025

Relentless Santa Ana Winds to Continue Raging Through Southland

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Ocean Water Advisory issued over firefighting runoff

Add ocean waters to the list of potential perils growing out of the wildfires devastating the Los Angeles area. The L.A. County Department of Public Health on Thursday issued an Ocean Water Advisory, warning Southland beach users to avoid all water contact due to runoff from firefighting efforts.

January 09, 2025

Ocean Water Advisory issued over firefighting runoff

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What This Homebuyer Discovered After His Sheriff's Auction Purchase

A $5,000 bargain turned into a legal nightmare for a Butler County man who discovered his sheriff’s auction purchase included not just a vacant lot but an entire residential street in Trenton, Ohio. Jason Fauntleroy planned to build a home when he bought what he thought was an empty lot at the Butler County Sheriff’s Office auction in 2021. The purchase, however, came with an unexpected addition – ownership of the private drive providing sole access to several existing homes. According to Yahoo, Fauntleroy said of his attempts to resolve the situation with city officials “they shut me out.” .

January 09, 2025

What This Homebuyer Discovered After His Sheriff's Auction Purchase

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Eaton Fire's advance slows, but still no containment

Deadly Eaton Canyon Fire's Advance Slows, but Still No Containment

January 09, 2025

Eaton Fire's advance slows, but still no containment

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Sunset Fire in Hollywood Hills Fully Contained, Evacuations Lifted

January 09, 2025

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LAUSD, other districts close schools for remainder of week

LAUSD, Other Districts Close Schools Due to Fires, Wind

January 09, 2025

LAUSD, other districts close schools for remainder of week

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How gas prices have changed in Salinas in the last week

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Salinas using data from AAA.

December 02, 2024

How gas prices have changed in Salinas in the last week

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Palisades fire expands to 15,832 acres amid Santa Ana winds

Brush Fire Fanned by High Winds Devastates Pacific Palisades

January 08, 2025

Palisades fire expands to 15,832 acres amid Santa Ana winds

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5 people dead as Eaton Canyon fire grows to 10,600 acres

Eaton Canyon Fire Destroys Buildings, Forces Evacuations

January 08, 2025

5 people dead as Eaton Canyon fire grows to 10,600 acres

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Evacuations ordered as Pacific Palisades fire continues to grow

Brush Fire Fanned by High Winds Spreads to 200 Acres in Pacific Palisades

January 07, 2025

Evacuations ordered as Pacific Palisades fire continues to grow

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Fast-moving Pacific Palisades fire erupts amid strong winds

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January 07, 2025

Fast-moving Pacific Palisades fire erupts amid strong winds

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Damaging Santa Ana Winds Set to Batter Southland Tuesday-Thursday

January 07, 2025

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65-year-old Motorcyclist Killed in Crash in Irvine

A 65-year-old Santa Ana motorcyclist was killed in a crash in Irvine, police said today. "Yesterday, January 1, 2025, at about 4:53 p.m., the Irvine Police Department (IPD) received reports of a collision between a vehicle and a motorcycle on Alton Parkway and Foster," the IPD said in a statement.

January 02, 2025

65-year-old Motorcyclist Killed in Crash in Irvine

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Windy Conditions Raise Southland Fire Danger, but Red Flag Warnings Scrubbed

December 31, 2024

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Baldwin Park man charged with murdering three family members

A 23-year-old man has been charged with murdering three of his family members in their Baldwin Park home the day after Christmas, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced Tuesday.

December 31, 2024

Baldwin Park man charged with murdering three family members

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Sedan Crashes into Pole in Torrance, Killing Passenger

A 31-year-old Inglewood man was killed today when the sedan he was riding in crashed into an electric support pole in Torrance.

December 27, 2024

Sedan Crashes into Pole in Torrance, Killing Passenger

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Woman Found Dead at Bus Stop Near Koreatown

A woman was found dead at a bus stop near Koreatown area today, authorities said.

December 27, 2024

Woman Found Dead at Bus Stop Near Koreatown

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California Expands Gun Control Laws with Four New Bills for 2025

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed multiple bills in September 2024 aimed at strengthening gun control measures and preventing mass shootings, including new restrictions on firearm purchases and expanded safety requirements for gun owners. The legislation, which takes effect in 2025, introduces changes to private party transactions, mandates enhanced safety education, and broadens the scope of gun violence restraining orders. These measures build upon California’s existing gun safety framework, which has contributed to a gun death rate 43% lower than the national average, according to the governor’s office. “The laws build on California’s successful strategies to address gun violence, including new

December 26, 2024

California Expands Gun Control Laws with Four New Bills for 2025

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Man Pleads Not Guilty in His Grandmother's Stabbing Death

A man pleaded not guilty Monday to murder and burglary charges stemming from the stabbing death of his 75-year-old grandmother at her South Pasadena home.

December 23, 2024

Man Pleads Not Guilty in His Grandmother's Stabbing Death

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Cities with the most expensive homes in the Stockton metro area

Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the Stockton metro area using data from Zillow.

October 22, 2024

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Cities with the most expensive homes in the San Diego metro area

Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the San Diego metro area using data from Zillow.

October 22, 2024

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Counties with the worst droughts in California

Stacker compiled a list of counties with the worst droughts in California using data from U.S. Drought Monitor.

October 28, 2024

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From dream to reality: Experiencing Disneyland's elusive Club 33

Disneyland's secret Club 33, known for its high-priced memberships and exclusive atmosphere, may be accessible to non-members through alternative means, according to recent reports.

August 30, 2024

From dream to reality: Experiencing Disneyland's elusive Club 33

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Over 7,000 pedestrians were killed in crashes in 2022, Torrance police gives safety tips

The Torrance Police Department reminded the public Tuesday that October is National Pedestrian Safety Month by cautioning people to drive slowly.

October 22, 2024

Over 7,000 pedestrians were killed in crashes in 2022, Torrance police gives safety tips

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Nonprofits search for artists to memorialize P-22 at Griffith Park

Two nonprofit organizations are calling on artists Tuesday to submit ideas for a future memorial to celebrate P-22 at Griffith Park.

October 22, 2024

Nonprofits search for artists to memorialize P-22 at Griffith Park

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LAPD Seek Additional Victims in Teacher Sexual Assault Case

A 43-year-old teacher was arrested in Valley Village Thursday on charges relating to the sexual assault of a minor. According to a statement by the Los Angeles Police Department, Colleen Jo Matarico “groomed and sexually assaulted a 13-year-old victim in her classroom, and later convinced the victim to have sexual intercourse in her vehicle.” Matarico has been charged with five counts of lewd acts with a minor, two counts of lewd acts with a minor 14 or 15 years of age, and one count of furnishing marijuana to a minor. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, Matarico is being

November 08, 2024

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Accused South Bay White Supremacist Group Leader Gets Time Served

December 13, 2024

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Firefighters control brush fire in Griffith Park

Dropping water from their air operations, Los Angeles Fire Department firefighters were able to stop the forward progress of a brush fire Tuesday in Griffith Park.

December 03, 2024

Firefighters control brush fire in Griffith Park

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Movies and TV shows casting in Los Angeles

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Los Angeles.

October 16, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in Modesto

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Modesto.

October 16, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in Oakland

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Oakland.

October 16, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in San Diego

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in San Diego.

October 16, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in Stockton

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Stockton.

October 16, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in San Francisco

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in San Francisco.

October 16, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in Sacramento

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Sacramento.

October 16, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in Merced

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Merced.

October 16, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in Santa Cruz

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Santa Cruz.

October 16, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in Redding

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Redding.

October 16, 2024

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Cities with the most expensive homes in the Vallejo metro area

Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the Vallejo metro area using data from Zillow.

October 22, 2024

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Cities with the most expensive homes in the Santa Rosa metro area

Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the Santa Rosa metro area using data from Zillow.

October 22, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in Vallejo

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Vallejo.

October 23, 2024

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How California is committing to electric vehicles

Truck Parking Club compiled information from the Department of Energy to illustrate EV regulations and support in California.

October 29, 2024

How California is committing to electric vehicles

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How cybercrime losses in California compare

Drata analyzed cybercrime losses in California and compared them across the country, using data from the FBI's 2023 Internet Crime Report.

November 01, 2024

How cybercrime losses in California compare

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Teen drug use varies by state. Here's how California compares.

Substance Use Treatment Facilities examined data from SAMHSA and other sources to see how teen drug use varies across the U.S., and how California compares.

November 04, 2024

Teen drug use varies by state. Here's how California compares.

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Recently opened restaurants in the San Jose area

Stacker compiled a list of recently opened restaurants in San Jose using data from Yelp.

November 06, 2024

Recently opened restaurants in the San Jose area

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How much California composts

Machinery Partner analyzed composting in California and mapped the quantity of compost per capita nationwide, using Environmental Protection Agency data.

November 06, 2024

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Most socially connected counties in California

Spokeo compiled a ranking of the most socially connected counties in California using 2021 data from Facebook.

November 07, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in Santa Rosa

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Santa Rosa.

November 13, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in Fresno

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Fresno.

November 13, 2024

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Movies and TV shows casting in Napa

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Napa.

November 13, 2024

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How California's decreasing gasoline sales compare nationwide

Truck Parking Club used data from the Energy Information Administration to analyze California gas consumption over time and compare it to other areas.

November 13, 2024