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Nick Reiner slumps in a chair in a psychiatric ward with a medical order open on a wooden desk and light casting shadows

Sealed Medical Order Signed Friday May Delay Nick Reiner’s Murder Trial

Ethan R. Coleman December 20, 2025

A sealed medical order signed Friday could delay the murder trial of 32‑year‑old Nick Reiner, who is charged with killing his parents, the celebrated...

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Malibu Paragliders Crash Into Ocean; Deputies Rescue Two People

Ethan R. Coleman December 20, 2025

Two paragliders crashed into the ocean off Malibu on Friday, and Los Angeles County deputies rescued the occupants after cutting the gear. The...

Frazzled pet owner calls from kitchen table with phone and missing pet flyer behind stern sheriff.

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Orange County Warns Pet Owners About Scammers Pretending to be Law Enforcement

Ethan R. Coleman December 20, 2025

Pet owners in Orange County are being targeted by scammers who pose as law enforcement officials and demand payment for missing pets. The officials...

P-129 stands proudly beneath steel beams with a warm orange sunset sky and gentle golden light illuminating her coat

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Mountain Lion P-129 Captured Near Santa Monica Wildlife Crossing, Joining Long-Running National Park Study

Ethan R. Coleman December 20, 2025

At the heart of the Santa Monica Mountains, a female mountain lion named P‑129 has just been fitted with a tracking collar, joining a decades‑old...

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Los Angeles County Equips K‑9s With Lighter, Removable Armor After Burbank Incident

Ethan R. Coleman December 20, 2025

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department announced on Friday that it is outfitting its K‑9 units with a new line of protective gear designed to...

Dog snuggles in plush bed near Christmas tree with warm golden lighting and cozy living room.

Animal Welfare Local News

Best Friends Animal Society Invites Los Angeles Residents to Host a Pet for a Holiday Foster Sleepover

Ethan R. Coleman December 20, 2025

In the midst of holiday preparations, a simple act of kindness can bring joy to a pet in need. Best Friends Animal Society is inviting Los Angeles...

Billy Davis addressing parents and children with a worried expression about the canceled toy in a church hall

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Unity in Christ Ministries Faces Toy Drive Crisis After Donor Backtracks

Ethan R. Coleman December 20, 2025

On Friday, a church in the Inland Empire looked for a Christmas miracle after a delivery of toys, which the group was expecting to hand out to...

Diners enjoying winter meals at LA street tables with warm lighting and colorful winter décor

Food & Dining Local News

Winter Dine LA Begins Jan. 23: 75+ Restaurants, 30 Global Cuisines, 70 Neighborhoods

Ethan R. Coleman December 19, 2025

Winter Dine LA kicks off on Jan. 23 and will run through Feb. 6, 2026, bringing a wave of prix‑fixe deals and a celebration of Southern California’s...

LAPD officer standing with hand on patrol car door during tense standoff with driver on a Van Nuys street at dusk

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Driver Suspected of DUI Engages in Standoff With Los Angeles Police in Van Nuys

Ethan R. Coleman December 19, 2025

On Friday morning, a driver suspected of driving under the influence was involved in a standoff with the Los Angeles Police Department in a Van Nuys...

Suspect clinging to truck door and officer reaches during LAPD chase with sunset on Ocean Park

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LAPD Pursues Stolen Box Truck in Santa Monica After 11:36 AM Call

Ethan R. Coleman December 19, 2025

An LAPD chase began Friday afternoon as officers pursued a stolen box truck in Santa Monica. Incident Details The first call was received at 11:36...