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LA County Tops 300 Deaths On Anniversary Of First COVID Alert

Friday's coronavirus death toll is the highest ever reported in Los Angeles County, health officials said.

Farmer Boys To Kick Off 'No Brainer Deals' Menu In Orange County

Eat on the cheap beginning next week! The restaurant chain's limited-time, discount specials range from $3 to $4.25.

Bloomingdale's To Close Santa Monica Store

Bloomingdale's will close its Santa Monica store, company officials announced this week.

High Surf Warning: Lifeguards Rescue Surfer Caught In Rip Tide

LA County lifeguards are warning surfers and swimmers to watch out for dangerous rip tides and high surf.

LADWP Issued Violation Notice Over Valley Station Methane Leak

AQMD said they learned of the leak on August 26, although LADWP admitted they knew of it in July 2019.

Persevering Through The Storm: Photo Of The Day

A family trudges through the sand after a storm at Dockweiler Beach in Playa del Rey.

Fire Damages Sherman Oaks Apartment Building

Firefighters contained the blaze to the original, ground-floor unit.

North Hollywood Students Sought For 'Can The Trash!' Contest

Students between 3rd and 5th grade can submit a hand-drawn poster to be featured on beaches around the county.

Fire Damages Hollywood Hills House Early Friday Morning

The fire took nearly two hours to extinguish, and the cause of the damage isn't yet known.

High Surf Warning Issued For Pacific Palisades

LA County lifeguards are warning surfers and swimmers to watch out for dangerous rip tides and high surf.

Santa Monica Mayor Responds To Capitol Riots

Santa Monica Mayor Sue Himmelrich released a statement after an angry, pro-Trump mob attacked the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday.

Santa Monica Woman Arrested On Suspicion Of Fatal Hit-And-Run

A Santa Monica woman was arrested on suspicion of a hit-and-run crash that left an 85-year-old woman dead, Los Angeles police said.

Join Santa Monica Black Leaders For An Anti-Racism Conversation

Black leaders in Santa Monica will lead a virtual anti-racism conversation on Jan. 28.

California Jobs That Have A Good Outlook In 2021

Here are some jobs and industries in California that have a good outlook for 2021, according to state data.

Redondo Beach: Beach Cities Health District Finances Explained

BCHD answers a Patch reader's question, revealing more on its funding and revenue model as well as COVID-19 testing, resources, and more.

Rapper DaBaby Arrested On Gun Charges In Beverly Hills: Reports

The musician is accused of carrying a concealed weapon into a store, according to media reports.

Malibu Officials In Talks To Plan Mass-Vaccination Event: Report

If the city gets a large shipment of vaccines, a vaccination event could be held, Malibu Surfside News reports.

Vegetation Fire In Malibu Under Control: Officials

Forward progress on the fire was stopped as of 1:15 p.m. Friday, officials said.

OC Deputy Pleads Guilty Over Failing To Book Evidence

The Orange County sheriff's deputy was sentenced to serve 12o hours of community service.

Tuskegee Airman From L.A. Dies From COVID-19

Theodore G. Lumpkin, Jr., received a Congressional Gold Medal for his role in the Tuskegee Airmen in 2007.

Former Los Angeles City Councilman Tom LaBonge Dies At 67

LaBonge worked for the City of Los Angeles for nearly 40 years.

Longtime Dodger Manager Tommy Lasorda Dies At 93

Lasorda led the Dodgers to two World Series championships and two World Series losses during his 20-year managerial career.

O.C. Judge Ponders More Cuts To Inmate Population Due To COVID-19
Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes maintains department is managing coronavirus and releasing prisoners presents "heinous" risk to safety.

O.C. Shooting Sends 1 To Hospital

The victim was found late Thursday suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest in Santa Ana.

Victims' Attorney Says O.C. DA 'Interfering' In Doctor Lawsuit

Former Orange County Deputy DA Matt Murphy represents 4 of alleged sex-assault victims in case against Newport Beach surgeon, girlfriend.

Fuego Delivers Meals To Ronald McDonald House, Fire Crews
The Long Beach eatery at Hotel Maya treated families and fire personnel to chef-prepared holiday dinners.

Garden Nominations Sought For 2021 Newport Beach Tour
The tour of dazzling residential gardens, planned May 2021, is a major, annual fundraiser for Sherman Library & Gardens in Corona del Mar.

Laguna Beach Restaurant Adds Japanese, Pop-Up Menu
The Rooftop Lounge on South Coast Highway is featuring an array of SuperRich’s Onigiri for takeout & delivery.

Hoag Classic 2021 Golf Tournament Postponed Due To Coronavirus
The weeklong, Hoag Memorial Hospital fundraiser was planned for early March at the Newport Beach Country Club.

Sex Offender Accused Of Sex-Assault Crime Spree In HB
Justin Wayne Goodgame faces a slew of charges after his arrest on his 28th birthday, Huntington Beach police said.

Driver Arrested, Charged In Suspected DUI Fatality Of OC Man
The victim was wearing a security uniform and found down in an Anaheim crosswalk after being struck by the suspect's van, police said.

O.C. Sheriff's Deputy Pleads Guilty To Not Booking Evidence
Angelina Cortez, 41, took debit card from theft suspect at San Clemente 7-Eleven, then gave it to her son, who used it, officials said.