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Sea lions continue to wash ashore on California coast amid toxic algae bloom
An increasing number of sea lions are washing up on the California coast due to toxic algae that experts say could be the result of human-caused climate change. Stress has always been part of the job for Dr. Cara Field. But lately, it's been bordering on frantic. "I'm going to start look at some of our patients and assess their neurologic responses," she said. For the last three weeks, Field, the Director of Conservation Medicine at the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, has been in a race against the clock treating dozens of sea lions that have...
Newsom considers cutting funding for cities refusing to clear encampments
Local governments in California could have their funding for homelessness slashed next year if they fail to use what is left in this year’s budget to sweep encampments. Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) is purportedly weighing the funding cut for cities and counties dragging their feet on clearing large encampments that have dotted the state, Bloomberg reported Friday. […]
Love’s opens 16th California travel stop featuring 111 parking spots, dog park
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Love’s has announced the opening of its 16th travel stop in California featuring 111 parking spots for professional drivers, a dog park and numerous other amenities. According to a media release, the new travel stop is located off Highway 99 and Taft Highway in...
DOJ sues real estate company, alleging it colluded to drive up rent prices
The Department of Justice sued RealPage on Friday, accusing the company of violating antitrust laws by carrying out a price-fixing scheme that involved sharing private rent information among landlord competitors. The DOJ said RealPage, a Texas-based software company widely used in the real estate industry, replaced “competition with coordination” in urban areas, leading to widespread […]
Toddler Winds Up In The Hospital After Restaurant Serves Her Wine Instead Of Apple Juice
In California, a restaurant accidentally served a toddler wine instead of apple juice. Per PEOPLE, Noemi Valencia and her partner went to a Japanese restaurant. They realized during their meal that their toddler started experiencing symptoms of intoxication. "She was swaying, she was falling over, she was leaning on walls, she couldn't hold her head up, she was slurring her words," Valencia stated.
Large bear breaks into Claremont home while family is inside
A large bear was seen hanging out in a Claremont neighborhood after it broke into a home while a family was inside.The incident happened around 2 a.m. Saturday, according to the Claremont Police Department. Officers were called to the home on Via Montevideo after a teenager in the house discovered the bear in the kitchen.At least three people were inside the home at the time.Police believe the bear broke in through a window or door screen. The bear left when officers arrived.Shortly after, the bear was seen hanging out in the backyard. Video from the scene shows it sitting on a wall and staring into the camera.
Santa Monica Ferris wheel's 174,000 LED lights set to pay tribute to Kobe Bryant on 'Mamba Day'
The landmark Ferris wheel at the Santa Monica Pier on Saturday will pay tribute to the late Kobe Bryant with a dazzling LED light display in honor of "Mamba Day."Aug. 24, often stylized as 8/24, is the day after the basketball legend's birthday and matches the numbers he wore with the Lakers.From 7:30 p.m. to midnight, the illuminated 90-foot Ferris wheel will feature "LA + ❤ + 24" and "LA + ❤ + 8" and displays of gold and purple colors in a variety of patterns and transitions. TheThe amusement park ride's 174,000 LED lights are mounted the structure...
Man convicted of 2013 rape, shooting at Inglewood police officers files claim against City
INGLEWOOD – A man who caused one of the most tense standoffs in modern Inglewood times has filed a claim against the City alleging injuries and wrongful conviction in relation to his 2013 arrest. Inglewood residents, living in the Avenues between 102nd Street and 108th Street will recall a...
Rising Stars Youth Leadership Program Accepting Applications for 21st Session
The Rising Stars Youth Leadership Program is now accepting applications for its 21st annual program. Any interested high school student can apply now online. Rising Stars is a seven-month program that takes place on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Union Church in Little Tokyo. It begins on Oct. 12, 2024 and ends on April 5, 2025, and sessions occur every other week.
Setlist: Here's everything Kings of Leon played at its Acrisure Arena concert
Palm Desert's Acrisure Arena was, well, on fire Friday night as Kings of Leon played a lengthy set that included a mix of favorites such as "The Bucket" and "Use Somebody," intermixed with fan favorites like "Molly's Chamber's" and several songs from the group's new album, "Can We Please Have Fun," which also gave the tour its name. ...
Babies Born On Kobe Bryant’s Birthday Gifted Lakers Gear At UCLA Health
UCLA Health is bringing back its adorable tradition of honoring babies born on Kobe Bryant’s birthday. Since August 23 marks what would’ve been Kobe Bryant’s 46th birthday, babies born at UCLA Health this week were gifted Los Angeles Lakers gear to pay their respects to “Black Mamba.”
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