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L.A. County couples get hitched on Valentine’s Day

Dozens of couples across Los Angeles County are looking to tie the knot Friday – which happens to be Valentine’s Day. They’re taking advantage of same-day licensing and ceremonies at four L.A. County clerk’s offices. Ceremonies at these will be offered Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.: — 14340 W. Sylvan St., Van Nuys; – 12400 Imperial Highway, Norwalk; — 4716 E. Cesar Chavez Blvd., building B, East Los Angeles; and — 9355 Burton Way, fourth floor, Beverly Hills. There were 177 couples who got married at L.A. County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk’s offices on Valentine’s Day in 2024. It costs

L.A. County couples get hitched on Valentine’s Day
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L.A. breaks rainfall record with 2.8 inches; NWS investigates possible tornado

Southern California was battered by an atmospheric river storm Thursday, bringing record-breaking rain, mudslides and, potentially, a tornado.  Oxnard experienced strong winds, which tore the roofs off of homes at a mobile home park in the College Park neighborhood around 3:30 p.m.  The National Weather Service is investigating the possibility that the damage was caused by a tornado, though straight-line winds were also capable of similar destruction. Crews are expected to inspect the site Friday morning. Tornadoes are rare in California, though they do occur. The L.A. area sees occasional waterspouts over the ocean, as well as twisters brought about

L.A. breaks rainfall record with 2.8 inches; NWS investigates possible tornado
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‘Bank jugging’ burglaries on the rise, according to Burbank police

A statement from Burbank Police Department claims an increased number of “bank jugging” incidents have been reported in recent weeks.  According to the statement, “bank jugging” refers to a method of robbery in which perpetrators sit in bank parking lots and wait for patrons to emerge with cash.  “These criminals watch customers as they leave the bank and typically target those carrying bank envelopes, money bags, and/or coin boxes. Thieves will select a customer they believe to be in possession of a large amount of currency and will follow the customer to their next destination, at which point they break

‘Bank jugging’ burglaries on the rise, according to Burbank police
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Evacuation orders, warnings issued as storm bears down on L.A.

Evacuation Orders, Warnings Issued as Major Storm Bears Down on Southland

Evacuation orders, warnings issued as storm bears down on L.A.
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Counties with the highest unemployment in California

Stacker compiled a ranking of the counties with the highest unemployment in California using data from the BLS.

Counties with the highest unemployment in California
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Why Joshua Tree is the Ultimate Escape—and How to Avoid the Crowds

If you’re planning a trip to Joshua Tree National Park this winter, be prepared for heavy traffic and crowded trails. Park officials warn that the peak season, which runs from October through May, brings a surge of visitors, especially on long weekends and holidays. The Joshua Tree Visitor Center alone can see more than 4,000 people per day. With its stunning landscapes, unique rock formations, and star-filled night skies, the park offers a one-of-a-kind experience that draws outdoor enthusiasts, photographers, and adventure seekers from all over the country. The dramatic desert scenery provides the perfect backdrop for hiking, rock climbing,

Why Joshua Tree is the Ultimate Escape—and How to Avoid the Crowds
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Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show puts L.A. culture in the spotlight

On Sunday afternoon, the Kansas City Chiefs went head-to-head against the Philadelphia Eagles in New Orleans. Los Angeles seemed as far removed as baseball. But at the game’s midpoint, L.A. got its moment on the national broadcast. Rapper Kendrick Lamar, born and raised in Compton, took the stage to perform a set in which his pride in his home city was made a central theme. The “TV Off” performer first appeared squatting on the hood of a Buick GNX, simultaneously the namesake of his newest album, a nod to L.A.’s famed muscle car culture and the very vehicle which Lamar’s

Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show puts L.A. culture in the spotlight
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Lawsuit claims LAUSD misused tens of millions intended for arts education

In 2022, California voters overwhelmingly passed Proposition 28, intended to expand funding for the arts in public schools. Yet according to the claims of a lawsuit, the Los Angeles Unified School District kept much of that money from ever reaching its intended recipients. Under the terms of the measure, the state was required to increase funds available for music and art education programs by 1% of the minimum overall funding required by state law. For LAUSD, that meant a $77 million increase. The money was redirected to school districts from California’s General Fund. The lawsuit was filed by former LAUSD

Lawsuit claims LAUSD misused tens of millions intended for arts education
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1 dead in wrong-way crash on 405 freeway in Sherman Oaks

A motorist driving north on the southbound side of the San Diego (405) Freeway in Sherman Oaks slammed head-on into another vehicle Tuesday, leaving the wrong-way driver dead and two other people injured, while forcing a morning-long closure of most freeway lanes that caused a torturous rush hour for thousands of commuters. California Highway Patrol officers responded at 4:06 a.m. Tuesday to the southbound 405 Freeway near the Valley Vista Boulevard exit, where the collision occurred, CHP Officer Sergio Garcia told City News Service. A CHP spokesman at the scene told reporters the driver was initially reported driving the wrong

1 dead in wrong-way crash on 405 freeway in Sherman Oaks
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‘Starbucks Monday’: how to get free coffee in Los Angeles

A fifteen-second ad aired during the Super Bowl gives few details. “Free coffee on us 2.10.2025” the spot reads, between clips of baristas opening a Starbucks store set to AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck.” The chain of coffee houses is offering complimentary 12-ounce hot or iced coffees Monday to members of its loyalty program. To receive the beverage, customers must download the Starbucks app, and then order either online or in person. A map of Starbucks locations in Los Angeles can be found on the company’s website. Some locations may not participate in the promotion. The deal is likely intended to promote changes

‘Starbucks Monday’: how to get free coffee in Los Angeles
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Meet the Scientists, See the Fossils: L.A. Tar Pits Welcome All

The La Brea Tar Pits, Los Angeles’s natural history treasure chest, continues yielding prehistoric secrets after more than a century of excavation. Scientists have unearthed more than 3.5 million fossils representing over 600 species, creating one of the world’s most comprehensive Ice Age collections. Active excavation continues daily at the site, where naturally occurring asphalt has preserved an extraordinary record of prehistoric life. The sticky substance has been particularly effective at trapping carnivores, with dire wolf remains numbering over 200,000 specimens. “Some visitors think we’re actors or animatronics,” says Emily Lindsey, associate curator at the La Brea Tar Pits Museum.

Meet the Scientists, See the Fossils: L.A. Tar Pits Welcome All
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Disneyland & Universal Give Back With Free Tickets for Heroes

In a show of gratitude for the bravery and tireless efforts of first responders who battled the recent wildfires in Pacific Palisades and Altadena, Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood are offering free theme park tickets. Universal Studios is providing complimentary one-day tickets to first responders and offering a 50% discount on up to three additional tickets for their companions until April 10. This gesture extends to firefighters, police officers, sheriff’s deputies, National Guard members, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians across the United States. The Heroes Ticket offer by Universal Studios requires eligible recipients to collect the tickets in person at

Disneyland & Universal Give Back With Free Tickets for Heroes
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Impact of air pollution on childhood obesity: New study

With rapid urbanization and industrial growth, air pollution levels are rising globally, posing serious risks to public health. From respiratory diseases to cardiovascular conditions, the adverse effects of polluted air are well-documented. However, emerging research suggests that air pollution may also have more subtle but long-term consequences—especially on early childhood development. A new study now reveals that exposure to air pollution in the three months before pregnancy could increase the risk of childhood obesity. The study, conducted on more than 5,000 mothers and their children, raises concerns about children’s body mass index and obesity risk factors up to age two. 

Impact of air pollution on childhood obesity: New study
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Flood advisories expire across SoCal; chance of ‘atmospheric river’ remains for next week

The National Weather Service allowed flood advisories to expire early Friday for parts of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, but said that stronger storms remain possible through Feb. 15 as a result of a second atmospheric river.

Flood advisories expire across SoCal; chance of ‘atmospheric river’ remains for next week
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Costa Mesa-based owner of Volcom, Quiksilver, Billabong to shutter US stores

Liberated Brands, the owner of clothing chains Volcom, Quiksilver and Billabong, announced Thursday that it would close all its locations in the United States and file for bankruptcy in the coming weeks.

Costa Mesa-based owner of Volcom, Quiksilver, Billabong to shutter US stores
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Ex-Ohtani Interpreter Sentenced to 57 Months in Prison for Stealing Millions

Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, who admitted stealing nearly $17 million from the Dodger slugger's bank account to pay off illegal gambling debts, was sentenced Thursday in federal court in Santa Ana to 57 months in prison.

Ex-Ohtani Interpreter Sentenced to 57 Months in Prison for Stealing Millions
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Students in Downey stage walkout in latest immigration protest

High school students in Downey staged a walkout at 12 p.m. Thursday to protest against President Donald Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration. The students walked to Downey City Hall, escorted by local police. The walkout – organized by Rally the Youth – calls for students to use their voice. Over the last week, multiple high schools across Los Angeles have staged walkouts.  Hundreds of demonstrators also protested earlier this week in downtown L.A., prompting traffic delays in the area.  In an interview last month, Trump called illegal immigration “an invasion of our country,” and vowed to carry out his deportation

Students in Downey stage walkout in latest immigration protest
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How gas prices have changed in Visalia in the last week

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Visalia using data from AAA.

How gas prices have changed in Visalia in the last week
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How gas prices have changed in Vallejo in the last week

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Vallejo using data from AAA.

How gas prices have changed in Vallejo in the last week
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How gas prices have changed in Santa Rosa in the last week

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Santa Rosa using data from AAA.

How gas prices have changed in Santa Rosa in the last week
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How gas prices have changed in San Luis Obispo in the last week

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in San Luis Obispo using data from AAA.

How gas prices have changed in San Luis Obispo in the last week
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How gas prices have changed in San Francisco in the last week

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in San Francisco using data from AAA.

How gas prices have changed in San Francisco in the last week
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How gas prices have changed in San Diego in the last week

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in San Diego using data from AAA.

How gas prices have changed in San Diego in the last week

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