Los Angeles, CA|News|
4 Dead In Murder-Suicide At LA Home: Police
A man in his 80s is believed to have killed three people and taken his own life at a house in Granada Hills, according to police.
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- Saint Paul, MN
Anna is a breaking news editor for Patch and is based in St. Paul, Minnesota.
She started her career in journalism at Patch in 2011, before going on to work for several local news organizations in the Chicago area, including the Chicago Tribune and The Herald-News of Joliet. Anna returned to Patch in 2019 and spent three years reporting on communities in Connecticut. She now covers breaking news for Patch across the western and midwestern U.S.
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West Hollywood, CA|News|
Businesses Evacuated, Bomb Squad Called Over Suspicious Package: Cops
Melrose Avenue was closed and nearby businesses were evacuated, according to police, who determined the area was safe as of mid-afternoon.
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Hoboken, NJ|News|
Possible Gunfire In Hoboken Under Investigation: Police
Possible overnight gunfire was reported Sunday in Hoboken, police said.
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Los Angeles, CA|News|
Striking Workers Attacked In Downtown LA: Police
Police are seeking the public's help to find out who struck protesters with ball bearings in downtown Los Angeles.
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Glastonbury, CT|News|
1 Dead After Fire At Glastonbury Home: Officials
A police officer on patrol was passing the residence early Sunday morning and encountered the fire, authorities said.
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New Haven, CT|News|
1 Dead After Head-On Crash With Fire Department Vehicle: Police
Fire personnel involved in the crash rendered aid to the other driver, administering Narcan, New Haven police said.
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Across California, CA|News|
Cursive Is Now Legally Required To Be Taught In CA Schools
As of Jan. 1, elementary students must learn to write cursive in the classroom for the first time in over a decade, according to reports.
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Across California, CA|News|
13-Year-Old Accidentally Kills Dad On Hunting Trip: Reports
The child, who unintentionally shot his father, will not be charged, according to KCRA.
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San Francisco, CA|News|
Yet Another Walgreens Is Closing In Downtown San Francisco: Reports
Three other Walgreens stores in the area have closed in recent years, according to reports.
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Agoura Hills, CA|News|
Woman Who Stabbed Man 108 Times Gets Probation: Reports
Bryn Spejcher killed Chad O'Melia, whom she had been dating for a few weeks, during a marijuana-related psychotic episode, authorities said.
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Los Angeles, CA|News|
Why Items Could Be 49 Cents This Week At Ross Stores In SoCal
One woman reported finding jeans for 49 cents and boots for $1.49.
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Sacramento, CA|News|
Car AI Would Override Speeding Drivers Under Proposed CA Law
The systems use GPS and cameras to deter a driver from going too fast in the form of warnings or limiting a vehicle’s speed.
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Orange County, CA|News|
Disneyland Plans $1.9 Billion Expansion
The money would be spent on theme park lands, hotels, shopping, dining and attractions, according to KTLA.
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Dublin, CA|News|
Why Some Items Are 49 Cents This Week At Ross Dress For Less
One woman reported finding jeans for 49 cents and boots for $1.49.
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Orange County, CA|News|
Knott's Berry Farm Spreads No Longer Sold In Stores
The brand, known for its jams and preserves, has been discontinued.
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Across California, CA|News|
In-N-Out Ranked Among Best Places To Work By Glassdoor
Five of the top 10 companies on Glassdoor's 2024 list were based in California, including In-N-Out.
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Long Beach, CA|News|
SigAlert: Semi Crash Aftermath Stretches Into Rush Hour On I-710
A SigAlert from a morning crash was still active heading into the evening commute.
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Pasadena, CA|News|
SigAlert: Jackknifed Truck Blocks Lanes On I-210
A SigAlert was issued as the evening commute got underway Tuesday.
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Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA Sex Trafficker Had Victim's Teeth Pulled: Authorities
He lured an injured person to a car, denied her medical care and forced her to engage in commercial sex during spring 2020, officials said.
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Orange County, CA|News|
Company Accused Of Selling Info To Telemarketers Settles With Feds
The company deceptively induced users to disclose information by, for example, claiming to provide mortgage refinancing, authorities said.
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