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Southern California Prepares for Christmas Rain: Free Sandbags, Emergency Kits, and Winter Shelters Offered

Daniel J. Whitman December 23, 2025

The week began dry, but officials warn that widespread rain is forecast for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, prompting Southern California agencies...

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Notre Dame’s 2026 BYU Game Signals Pause in Long-Standing USC Rivalry

Daniel J. Whitman December 23, 2025

In a move that left fans stunned, Notre Dame announced Monday that its last 2026 opening slot will be filled by a trip to BYU, effectively putting...

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Elderly East LA Woman Pleads for Return of Necklace with Daughter’s Ashes After Theft

Daniel J. Whitman December 23, 2025

An elderly woman in East Los Angeles begged a thief to return a necklace that holds her late daughter's ashes after it was stolen last...

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Paramount Revises $108B Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, Adding Larry Ellison’s Guarantee

Daniel J. Whitman December 23, 2025

Paramount on Monday unveiled a revised $108B bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, adding a personal guarantee from Oracle co‑founder Larry Ellison. The...

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Hollywood Man Shot and Killed After Knife Charge

Daniel J. Whitman December 22, 2025

In a tragic incident on Thursday, police in Hollywood shot and killed a 38-year-old man after he charged at officers with a large kitchen...

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Russia Eyes ‘Zone-Effect’ Anti-Satellite Weapon to Target Starlink, Raising Space Security Concerns

Daniel J. Whitman December 22, 2025

Intelligence services from two NATO nations have revealed that Russia may be working on a new anti‑satellite weapon that could flood the skies with...

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Pineapple Express Brings Heavy Christmas Rain to Southern California

Daniel J. Whitman December 22, 2025

A powerful Pineapple Express storm is set to bathe Southern California in several inches of rain over the Christmas holiday, triggering a flood watch...

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Actor James Ransone Dies at 46 After Apparent Suicide; Known for The Wire and It: Chapter Two

Daniel J. Whitman December 22, 2025

Actor James Ransone, 46, died Friday from an apparent suicide, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. His death was confirmed by the...

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Man Hospitalized After Deputy Gunfire in Avocado Heights, Los Angeles

Daniel J. Whitman December 22, 2025

On Sunday afternoon, a man in Avocado Heights, a South Los Angeles neighborhood, was hospitalized after being struck by deputy gunfire. The incident...

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Powerball’s Longest Jackpot Drought Hits 45 Draws, $1.5B Prize Awaiting Saturday

Daniel J. Whitman December 21, 2025

The Powerball jackpot has reached a milestone that has left players and industry observers alike in disbelief. With 45 consecutive drawings since the...