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Reindeer runs down freeway at dawn with sunlight casting long shadows and CHP officers looking shocked nearby.

Reindeer Causes Traffic Jam on 5 Freeway; One Struck, Another Escapes

Ethan R. Coleman December 14, 2025

A reindeer roamed the 5 Freeway near San Fernando this morning, turning a quiet stretch of highway into a traffic jam and leaving one animal injured...

Jelly Roll sits at desk with window showing outdoor view photos of loved ones that capture his weight loss journey.

Entertainment News Health News

Jelly Roll Drops 200 Pounds, Shares Health Journey on Joe Rogan Experience

Ethan R. Coleman December 14, 2025

Jelly Roll has shed more than 200 pounds, a transformation he says was sparked by serious health concerns and a desire to protect his...

Field of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers glows with sunrise light and a winding dirt path leading into pink-orange sky

Local News Travel News

Carlsbad’s Flower Fields Open for 2026: 70 Million Ranunculus Blooms, Ticket Prices and Visiting Tips

Ethan R. Coleman December 14, 2025

Every March 1 the hills of Carlsbad burst into a sea of color, as more than 70 million Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers carpet the...

LAPD officer standing at podium with empty City Hall chamber and city lights outside

Local News Political News

LA City Council Grants $1M to LAPD for Jan-Feb Hiring Amid Budget Debate

Ethan R. Coleman December 14, 2025

LA City Council approved a $1 million allocation to the Los Angeles Police Department, allowing the agency to continue hiring new officers during...

Warner Bros. Discovery building glowing with neon lights and Burbank City Hall in background

Business News Local News

Burbank Council Set to Vote on Warner Bros. Discovery Sale Amid Paramount Bid

Ethan R. Coleman December 14, 2025

The Burbank City Council is set to decide the fate of Warner Bros. Discovery in a vote scheduled for December 16, as local officials weigh the impact...

Bishop L.J. Guillory stands with a newspaper clipping over his face near a blurred city hall hinting at his resignation

Local News Political News

Compton Public Safety Chair Resigns and Announces Mayoral Run After Video Scandal

Ethan R. Coleman December 14, 2025

A video that circulated last week showed Compton Public Safety Chair Bishop L.J. Guillory poking the eye of activist Najee Ali during a...

Hospital lobby greets patients with natural light and a living wall.

Feature Story Health News

UCI Health’s Irvine Hospital Uses Design, Art and Nature to Reduce Anxiety and Boost Healing

Ethan R. Coleman December 14, 2025

Half of adults report anxiety in medical settings, and a third avoid care altogether, yet the environment itself can ease fear and even boost...

Lindsey Vonn stands on a course raising her arms with confetti and a World Cup trophy bearing number 44 beside snowy peaks.

Olympic News Sports News

Lindsey Vonn Wins First World Cup Downhill in Eight Years, Eyes 2026 Olympic Gold

Ethan R. Coleman December 14, 2025

Lindsey Vonn, the queen of downhill skiing, returned to the World Cup podium with a blistering win on Friday, marking her first victory in nearly...

Latino teen holding a leash with his dog near a Reseda home with warm facade and bright flowers looking back at camera.

Local News Political News

ICE Detention Release: Reseda Teen Reunited With Family After Bond and Supervised Release

Ethan R. Coleman December 14, 2025

In August, a high‑school senior from Reseda was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while walking his dog. The arrest occurred...

Mangled car lies against modern building with yellow police tape and emergency lights illuminating the nighttime scene.

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Driver Rushed to Hospital After Nighttime Crash Into Santa Monica Building

Ethan R. Coleman December 14, 2025

A driver was rushed to the hospital after a nighttime collision with a building on Santa Monica Boulevard, leaving behind debris and extensive...