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Rainy New Year’s Eve for Southern California as Winter Storm Hits

Sophia A. Reynolds January 1, 2026

At a Glance A winter storm will bring rain to Southern California on New Year's Eve. Tuesday will be windy and cloudy with a chance of rain the rest...

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Rain Forecast Brings 20-Year First for 2026 Rose Parade

Olivia M. Hartwell January 1, 2026

At a Glance Rain forecast for first time in 20 years at the 2026 Rose Parade. Parade begins 8 a.m. Thursday, 2026. Grand marshal: Magic Johnson;...

Police cruiser patrols highway at night with flashing lights on parked cars and holiday lights while city skyline glows

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California Highway Patrol Launches 30-Hour New Year DUI Crackdown

Marcus L. Bennett January 1, 2026

At a Glance CHP launches 30-hour New Year DUI crackdown on 6\u00A0p.m. Wednesday. Targets impaired motorists in Los\u00A0Angeles and Orange...

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Thursday Storm Delivers 1-5 Inches of Rain, Triggers Evacuation Warnings in Los Angeles County

Marcus L. Bennett January 1, 2026

At a Glance Heavy Thursday storm brings 1-5 inches of rain to Los Angeles County. Evacuation warnings issued for burn-scar zones. Mountain roads...

Boy looking down in a parked car backseat with golden light and a dog on his lap

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Toddler and Dog Found Alone in Car, Mother Arrested

Ethan R. Coleman January 1, 2026

At a Glance 1½-year-old boy found alone with a dog inside a car in Highland Park. 19-year-old mother Bianca Slaughter arrested for child...

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19-Year-Old Hiker Found Dead After 500-Foot Fall Near Mount Baldy

Amanda S. Bennett January 1, 2026

At a Glance 19-year-old hiker found dead after a 500-foot fall on the Devil's Backbone trail near Mount Baldy. Strong winds on Monday prevented a...

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Big Sur Foragers Festival Returns Jan. 22-25, 2026 – Fungus Face-Off

Marcus L. Bennett January 1, 2026

At a Glance The Big Sur Foragers Festival returns Jan. 22-25, 2026. Chefs compete in the Fungus Face-Off, creating forage-inspired dishes. Experts...

Three bodies lie on a misty bayou bank with vines covering them and the Houston skyline reflected in the water.

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Houston Prosecutor Dismisses Serial Killer Rumors Over Bayou Bodies

Sophia A. Reynolds January 1, 2026

At a Glance Three bodies recovered in Houston bayous last week District Attorney Sean Teare denies serial killer theory Mayor and police confirm no...

Police officer holding a Terrier mix pup with warm light illuminating their joyful faces near a trash can

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Terrier Mix Pup Rescued From Locked Trash Can, Finds New Home With Officer Who Saved Him

Amanda S. Bennett January 1, 2026

At a Glance A Terrier mix pup rescued from a locked trash can in Gardena. The pup will join the rescuing officer's family on Christmas Eve. The pup,...

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Firefighter Danny Cook Dies in Perris House Fire

Ethan R. Coleman January 1, 2026

> At a Glance > - Firefighter Danny Cook dies after medical emergency during Perris house fire. > - Two people suffered minor injuries; cause of fire...