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Two reindeer were wrangled from the 5 Freeway after they escaped from a transport trailer.
Two reindeer were wrangled from the 5 Freeway after they escaped from a transport trailer. (LA Animal Services)

Catch up on Southern California's top stories for Wednesday, Dec. 17.

Amazon Driver Steals Cat, Charges Pending But Pet Still Missing: Police

Piper the cat had not been returned as of Wednesday.

Beloved Restaurant Set To Close For New Year

After 24 years of business, Gemmell's announced plans to close for good at the end of the year.

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Cheerleading Coach Molested 10 Young Girls At South OC YMCA, High School

The former coach was convicted of abusing young girls across Orange County from the late 90s and mid 2000s, prosecutors said.

Nick Reiner Makes First Court Appearance Wearing Suicide Prevention Smock

Nick Reiner made his first court appearance Wednesday on two murder charges stemming from the stabbing deaths of his parents.

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RivCo Amazon Warehouse Workers Have Walked Off The Job. Here's Why

Dozens of employees say they have been pushed to their limit and are demanding better working conditions and pay.

SeaWorld San Diego's Live Penguin Cam Returns For Holiday Season

Fans from around the world can get an up-close look at more than 200 penguins at the theme park.

San Diego Police Officer Shoots Suspect During Chase In Balboa Park

Detectives are currently gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and examining the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Teacher Arrested On Suspicion Of Child Sexual Abuse Of Family Member

Kevin G. Conover, 49, worked as a teacher at Christian Unified High School, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Office.

'Unimaginable Pain': Rob Reiner's Daughter Speaks Out After Finding His Body

"Words cannot even begin to describe the unimaginable pain we are experiencing every moment of the day," Romy and Jake Reiner said.

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