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WATCH: California man fights off charging bear near Lake Tahoe
Harrowing video captured the moment a bear charged at a man outside of his vacation home. Thanks to quick thinking and advance planning, he was able to grab bear spray and fend off the animal.
Huntington Beach says a Newport-style 'takeover' is in the works, and police intend to stop it
Huntington Beach Police are warning online organizers and promoters attempting a "takeover" that they will be prosecuted for any criminality.
Trump administration clears path for controversial Mojave Desert water pipeline
The California company Cadiz has been trying for years to pipe water out of the Mojave Desert. The Trump administration has approved a pipeline plan that allows it.
9th Circuit judge appointed by Trump faces misconduct inquiry over parking lot incident
Judge Ryan D. Nelson was charged with misdemeanor battery and malicious destruction of property in connection with an apparent spat with another driver in Idaho in late April.
Total of 8 suspects now indicted in alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
A total of eight men have been indicted for their alleged roles in the plot to attack a UFC event on the grounds of the White House last month, according to prosecutors.
LAPD officer who recorded colleagues' racist, homophobic comments may face criminal case
An attorney for LAPD Officer Daniel Flores said his client could face criminal prosecution for recording conversations by members of the unit tasked with deciding who can join the police force. New details about Flores' recordings were disclosed in a lawsuit he filed against the city.
Bacteria levels spike at several L.A. County beaches: See which ones to avoid
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has warned the public to avoid swimming, surfing and playing in the water in certain L.A. beaches due to elevated bacteria levels.
L.A. cardrooms applaud court ruling to allow blackjack
A San Francisco Superior Court judge struck down regulations that would ban cardrooms from offering blackjack in California.
WATCH: Low-flying hot air balloon slams into car in East Texas
The images were captured by a mother who says she was on her way to book a hot air balloon ride with her son, but quickly changed their minds.
George J. Cotliar, managing editor of the Los Angeles Times for 19 years, dies at 94
George J. Cotliar, who served as managing editor of the Los Angeles Times for 19 years, died Monday at his home in Newport Beach. He was 94 years old.
Seventh measles case in L.A. County this year identified as international traveler at LAX
An international traveler flying out of LAX has been identified as the seventh measles case in Los Angeles County this year, according to health officials.
Animals seized in cruelty cases can be stuck in shelters for months. New bill aims to change that
A bill supported by L.A. County Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman seeks to help place abused animals with a foster home or rescue group.
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