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40 Killed in Swiss Bar Fire, Sparkling Champagne Flares Suspected

Sophia A. Reynolds January 3, 2026

At a Glance 40 people were killed in a fire at the Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana. 119 were injured, many teens and young adults. Sparkling...

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18-Year-Old Arrested in NC for Planned New Year’s Eve Terror Attack

Amanda S. Bennett January 3, 2026

At a Glance 18-year-old Christian Sturdivant was arrested for a New Year's Eve terror plot in North Carolina. The plan targeted a grocery store and...

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Pasadena Cheeseburger Week: Jan. 26-31, 2026 – Burger Deals

Ethan R. Coleman January 3, 2026

At a Glance Jan. 26-31, 2026: Pasadena Cheeseburger Week runs with special burger deals. Lionel Sternberger and the Rite Spot are honored as the...

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4-Year-Old Boy Found Dead in Alabama; Father Arrested on Explosives Charges

Ethan R. Coleman January 3, 2026

At a Glance The 4-year-old boy Johnathan Everett Boley was found deceased in his body. His father, Jameson Kyle Boley, was arrested on explosives...

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Wrightwood Hit by New Rain After Christmas Eve Storm

Ethan R. Coleman January 3, 2026

At a Glance Wrightwood faces new rain after the Christmas Eve storm, causing continued flooding and road closures. Highways 2 and 138 remain...

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Dog Rescued Between Block Walls on New Year’s Day

Ethan R. Coleman January 3, 2026

> At a Glance > - 9-month-old Cane Corso Sky rescued from a 6-inch gap between block walls on New Year's Day 2026. > - LA County Fire Department...

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Ohio Police Hunt Shooter Who Killed Columbus Dentist and Wife

Marcus L. Bennett January 3, 2026

At a Glance Ohio police hunt the shooter who killed dentist Spencer Tepe and his wife Monique in Columbus. Bodies found Tuesday after friends and...

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Parachutist Falls 30 Feet During Bowl Pre-game Ceremony

Sophia A. Reynolds January 3, 2026

At a Glance Parachutist tangled in netting behind goal post during Armed Forces Bowl pre-game ceremony. Fell nearly 30 feet but landed safely. No...

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Free Shark Lagoon Nights in Long Beach: Jan 13, Jan 27, Feb 24

Jonathan P. Miller January 3, 2026

> At a Glance > - Free Shark Lagoon Nights at Aquarium of the Pacific on Jan 13, Jan 27, and Feb 24. > - Only the lagoon area is open from 6-9 p.m.;...

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Fire Service Legend Sam DiGiovanna Dies at 66

Daniel J. Whitman January 3, 2026

At a Glance Sam DiGiovanna, 66, former Monrovia Fire Chief, died on New Year's Eve after a heart attack. He had a 40-year career, led Monrovia FD...