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LAPD Sgt., Mother Of 3, Dies Of Coronavirus Complications

Sgt. Amelia "Terry" Martinez became the fifth Los Angeles Police Department employee to die from COVID-19.

UCLA Nurses Urge Hospital To Help Overburdened Staff In Pandemic

UCLA nurses Wednesday urged the hospital to provide better staffing protections for nurses and patients.

Million Dollar Lottery Ticket Sold In Burbank

Winning numbers for Tuesday's draw were 12, 14, 26, 28 and 33, with a Mega bonus of 9.

Disneyland Vaccination Site Opens, Othena Registration Struggles

More than 10,000 Orange County residents registered for the COVID-19 vaccine there, giving new meaning to "The Happiest Place on Earth."

More Contagious COVID-19 Variant May Require Stricter Regulations

Amid a spike in workplace outbreaks, LA county health officials warned that residents should be prepared to do more to stop the spread.

LA Embraces Increased Enforcement And Fines For Mask Scofflaws

The maskless mob that invaded the Westfield Century City mall triggered a backlash toward fines and increased mask enforcement in LA.

Bonin, Raman Motion To Replace Encampment Cleanups

Two LA City Councilmembers introduced a motion Tuesday to stop the city's mandatory cleanups of homeless encampments and replace them.

Stunning Santa Monica Summer Sunset Throwback: Photo Of The Day

This stunning sunset in Santa Monica takes us back to summer days and slacklining.

Beverly Hills 'On Full Alert' Ahead Of Inauguration

Beverly Hills police met with Councilmembers Tuesday night to discuss security precautions leading up the Inauguration.

Kobe Bryant Probe: Probable Cause Hearing Scheduled For February

The National Transportation Safety Board announced Wednesday that it is scheduling a Feb. 9 hearing to determine probable cause of the crash

SAG Awards Move To Easter Sunday To Avoid Grammy Conflict

The awards show will now take place on April 4, rather than its previously scheduled date of March 14.

Orange County's Senior Citizens Remain Hardest Hit By Coronavirus

As residents over the age of 65 can now register for coronavirus vaccinations we take a hard look at how COVID-19 has affected our

Man Fatally Shot In Van Nuys; Shooter At Large

The shooting happened around 2 a.m. near Peach Avenue and Hart Street.

LAPD To Determine If Officers Joined Capitol Insurrection

Following reports that law enforcement or military officers may have participated in the storming of the capitol, the LAPD is investigating.

Police Hunt For Man Suspect Of Beating Parents To Death With Bat

A manhunt is on for Nelson Fermin Garibay, a Hacienda Heights man suspected of killing his 73-year-old stepfather and 65-year-old mother.

Mitch O'Farrell To Hold Facebook Live Forum Thursday

The councilman will update his constituents on East Hollywood events, and take questions from residents.

LA River Master Plan Focuses On Water Quality, Parks Access

The long-awaited draft update to the Los Angeles Master Plan includes Eco-friendly projects balancing water quality and community needs.

Festival Of The Arts Presents Concerts On The Screen: Terry Steel

Terry Steele leads off the event on January 29th at 5:30 p.m. Log in and watch a pre-recorded performance by the Grammy-nominated singer.

Firefighters Battle Fire Along Ocean Front Walk In Venice

Firefighters battled a large structure fire in Venice early Wednesday, officials said.

Santa Monica To Boost 'Hero Pay' For Grocery, Drug Store Workers

Santa Monica City Council Tuesday night voted to implement "hero pay" for grocery and drug store workers in the city.

Santa Monica City Council Votes To Re-Elect Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem

Mayor Sue Himmelrich and Mayor Pro Tem Kristin McCowan will continue to serve their two-year terms, the city council voted Tuesday night.

Sunny Weather Prompting More Santa Monica Pier Closures

The Santa Monica Pier will also close Thursday and Saturday as temperatures climb into the 70s this week, city officials announced.

Palos Verdes Trail Closures: Burma Road, Water Tank Trails

Palos Verdes city officials announced upcoming trail closures beginning Thursday.

Killer At Large In Fatal Fairfax Shooting

Police are looking for a shooter, who killed a man in the Fairfax District Tuesday afternoon.

Fire Breaks Out Near North Redondo Beach

Redondo Beach firefighters were responding to a fire late Tuesday, officials said.

Sunny Weather Prompting More Santa Monica Pier Closures

The Santa Monica Pier will also close Thursday and Saturday as temperatures climb into the 70s this week, city officials announced.

Re-Sentencing Ordered For Man Convicted Of Shooting SM Officer

A state appeals court panel ordered a new sentencing hearing for a man convicted of opening fire during a traffic stop over a decade ago.

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