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Sheriff Admits Ordering Destruction Of Graphic Kobe Crash Photos

Eight sheriff's deputies leaked graphic photos of the victims of the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant, according to reports.

Natural Product Expo Postponed Due To Coronavirus Concerns

Though no cases of novel coronavirus have been reported in Anaheim, the 2nd biggest gathering has rescheduled due to travel worries.

$99 Fares To Hawaii From LAX: Alaska Announces Flash Sale
If interested, move fast as the airline's deal ends March 5. Save your seats, pack your grass skirt and aloha!

2 Hospitalized After Car Crashes Into Motel Room
The car ran through a wall and into a one-story motel room on the Los Angeles-Culver City border, authorities said.

LAUSD Outlines Coronavirus Precautions
The Los Angeles Unified School District is making contingency plans for learning from home or extending school year, if needed.

Self-Quarantined Firefighters Get Good News In Orange County

Firefighters who have been in self-quarantine after possible exposure to coronavirus received word they could go home late Monday.

Forty-Bed Homeless Shelter Opens In Vacant Building In San Pedro

The pet-friendly homeless shelter has showers, laundry, health care specialists, casework services, community rooms and 24-hour security.

Pedestrian Killed In San Fernando Valley; 2 Drivers Involved
One motorist was arrested for suspected DUI, and the other fled the scene, officials said.

LAPD Officer Joins Wife In Suing City Over Typhus Diagnosis
The case against Los Angeles alleges the man's health was affected due to work among homeless in "rat-infested & flea-infested" areas.

Super Tuesday In Orange County Shows Strong Voter Turnout

Voters have cast their ballots since the end of February. For the OC Registrar of Voters, the March 3 election would see record votes.

New Chef Elevates Menu At San Fernando Valley Gastropub
Dine on Aji Amarillo Ceviche, Blue Crab Cioppino & "Studio City Hush Puppies" at Gray Tavern, courtesy of Josh Kennedy, a CSUN grad.

SMC Recognized As One Of Healthiest Schools In U.S.
Santa Monica College won the 2020 Active Minds Healthy Campus Award and was recognized as one of the healthiest college campuses in the US.

Le Creuset Hosts 4-Day Sale At Barker Hangar In Santa Monica
The Factory-to-Table sale will have discounts on premium cookware, including limited-edition colors and rare shapes and styles.

Coronavirus Concern Causes Mass Changes At Los Angeles Churches

Worry of the spread of the new coronavirus has led to changes at Catholic and Episcopal church services, from communion to peace offerings.

L.A. Denny's Sued By Diner Claiming Stabbing By Homeless Man
"At no point in time did defendant's staff intervene or even ask or escort the homeless man to leave," the suit alleges.

Smoke Seen From 91 Freeway, OC As Brush Fire Burns In Norco
The Mann Fire, burning in the Santa Ana riverbed, sent a plume of smoke that concerned Orange County residents, Tuesday, amid growing winds.

Deputy's Cruiser Hits Pedestrian In Lynwood
The pedestrian was in "extremely critical condition, " according to a report.

Airport Peace Officers Association Backs Arming Park Rangers
Proponents say Los Angeles rangers on a daily basis face dangerous situations and need the protection. But some homeless advocates disagree.

Driver Slams Into Pole, Dies In Fatal Newport Beach Crash
The driver fled police overnight & collided with a palm tree and pole in the single-car crash. His passenger was taken to the hospital.