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Los Angeles Restaurant Owner Says No Relief, No Rent

Los Angeles restaurant owner Andrea Borgen Abdallah tells Patch why it's time to save the restaurant industry — before it's too late.

Bond Fire Balloons To 7200 Acres, 0% Contained, 25K Evacuated

A house fire ignited into a blaze overnight. Firefighters order nearby residents to get ready as some are forced to flee their homes.

Packages Pirated From Laguna Beach Homes Found In Stolen Car

Laguna Beach police officers located a stolen vehicle and a trunk full of pilfered packages inside.

Developer Pleads Guilty To Illegal Political Campaign Donations

Prosecutors say Samuel Leung paid over $600,000 in illegal campaign donations to politicians in control of zoning rules.

Pandemic Hits 3rd Wave: LA County Residents Urged To Stay Home

As the pandemic hits the third wave, LA County health officials warn that increased hospitalizations could overwhelm health care workers.

$1 Billion 'Mini-City' Approved At Warner Center

'Promenade 35' in downtown Woodland Hills, which will feature a sports arena, two hotels, 1400 units of housing, and more.

Second Man Charged In MacArthur Park Attack On Transgender Woman

Prosecutors said two men and a woman surrounded a transgender woman and stabbed her several times.

Holiday Events: Christmas, Hanukkah & Santa 2020: Orange County

Holly jolly still is on the calendar as Christmas tree & menorah lightings, Santa visits, Nutcrackers & more will go on. Just differently.

Pasadena Church Gets Small Win In Coronavirus Restrictions Suit

The Supreme Court ordered a lower court to reconsider a ruling denying Harvest Rock Church's bid to overturn indoor worship restrictions.

Orange County Santa Ana Wind Speeds Calculated

The National Weather Service shares the speed of wind gusts that blew smoke across Orange County.

Fifth Whole Foods Worker In SoCal Tests Positive For Coronavirus

At least five people who work at a Whole Foods Market location in Santa Monica have tested positive for the coronavirus.

Stephen Spielberg Receives Restraining Order Against Harasser

The director says the woman has threatened to kill him, and says he's suffered "substantial emotional distress."

One Killed, One Critically Injured In Westwood Apartment Fire

One person was killed and another was critically injured in an apartment fire in Westwood early Thursday, officials said.

Power Outages Reported Across Malibu

A Public Safety Power Shutoff around Point Dume and two unplanned shutoffs along Malibu Canyon Road are affecting hundreds Thursday.

High Surf Advisory In Effect For Los Angeles Beaches

A high surf advisory was issued by the National Weather Service for Los Angeles County beaches from Thursday through Saturday.

Palos Verdes Landslide Area Roadwork Planned For Friday

Landslide area roadwork is planned for Friday along Palos Verdes Drive South, city officials said.

High Surf Advisory In Effect For Orange County

A high surf and beach hazards warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Orange County beaches from Thursday through Saturday.

Santa Monica School Playgrounds Close Amid LA Stay-At-Home Order

All school playgrounds in Santa Monica and Malibu are closed during the county's stay-at-home order, the district said.

Malibu School Playgrounds Close Amid LA Stay-At-Home Order

School playgrounds in Malibu and Santa Monica are closed during the county's stay-at-home order, the district announced.