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Catch up on Southern California's top stories for Tuesday, Oct. 7

Man Tried To Kidnap Child In OC Neighborhood, Police Say; Suspect At Large

Police Tuesday were searching for a child annoyance suspect who tried to lure a girl into his parked vehicle.

Bob Ross Paintings To Be Auctioned To Support Public TV Stations After Federal Funding Cuts

As desired by President Donald Trump, Congress has eliminated $1.1 billion allocated to public broadcasting.

Man Beat Parents To Death, Slit Housekeeper's Throat In Newport Beach, Prosecutor Says

A 34-year-old man was accused of bludgeoning and stabbing his parents to death before slitting the throat of his family's housekeeper.

2 Orphaned Coyotes Raised In San Diego Relocated To Virginia

The pups arrived in the spring at San Diego Humane Society's Ramona Wildlife Center.

'Extremely Violent' LA Gang Suffers Blow From Massive Takedown Operation: FBI

The gang, which counts some 500 members, deals in drugs and firearms, according to the FBI.

4 Amazon Fresh Stores To Close In SoCal

The news comes along with the company's announcement to launch a lower-priced private equity label.

Sandia Fire Map: Evacuation Warnings, Structures Threatened West Of Temecula

The Sandia Fire in De Luz has burned 50 acres, but fire officials say it has the potential to grow to 250 acres.

ICE Airs Ads Stirring Up Local Frustration To Recruit Police For Mass Deportation Efforts

ICE is trying to recruit local police officers frustrated with their cities' restrictions on immigration enforcement.

Hazmat Shelter In Place Order: Bottles Taped To Bank Doors Shutdown Major Road

The investigation centers around items found taped to the door of a bank.

6 New CA Laws That Will Affect Your Wallet

From legislation that protects renters to a law that will target "junk fees" on food delivery apps, here are six new laws signed by Newsom.

Murrieta Police Department Is Hiring: Do You Have What It Takes To Be A Public Safety Dispatcher?

The police in Murrieta are seeking individuals who remain calm under pressure and are passionate about helping others.

Suicide, Shooting Threat At Menifee Hospital Determined To Be Unfounded: Police

The caller told hospital staff he was in their parking lot to take his own life. He threatened to shoot anyone who intervened, police said.