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Shark glides beneath moonlit lagoon water with ethereal glow and soft blue‑green lighting at Aquarium of the Pacific night

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.;...

Chief Sam DiGiovanna firefighter standing proud beside vintage fire engine with warm golden light and flickering flames

Feature Story Local News

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...

Mardi Gras float parades with cheering crowd holding king cake boxes and throwing beads near lit oak tree

Culture Local News

Louisiana Gears Up for 43-Day Carnival Season

Ethan R. Coleman January 3, 2026

> At a Glance > - Louisiana residents are preparing for a 43-day Carnival season. > - More than 80 parades, 15 million throws, and king cakes will...

Four hooded figures gripping a large cylinder with streetlights and a dusk logistics center behind them

Breaking News Terrorism

California Arrests 4 in Planned New Year’s Eve Bomb Plot

Sophia A. Reynolds January 3, 2026

At a Glance Four suspects arrested for planned New Year's Eve bomb attacks in Southern California. Plot linked to Turtle Island Liberation Front and...

Buccaneers players celebrating with football stadium glow from Carolina Panthers and light from Seattle Seahawks stadium

NFL Sports News

NFC South and NFC West Title Decided in Week 18 Doubleheader

Sophia A. Reynolds January 3, 2026

At a Glance Panthers vs. Buccaneers decide NFC South title and playoff spot. 49ers vs. Seahawks decide NFC West title and No. 1 seed. Game times:...

Winding dirt road disappears into haze with fog swirling at mountain base and golden glow over horizon

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Los Angeles Issues Evacuation Warning for Debris Flows Amid Storm

Ethan R. Coleman January 3, 2026

At a Glance Los Angeles activates evacuation warning at 10 a.m. Saturday as a storm threatens debris flows in fire-scarred zones. Residents in LFD...

Man in formal attire standing near grand piano in Fairmont Hotel lobby with faint Tommy Lee Jones image in background

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Victoria Jones, Tommy Lee Jones’ Daughter, Dead in San Francisco Hotel

Jonathan P. Miller January 3, 2026

At a Glance Victoria Jones, daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, found dead in San Francisco Fairmont Hotel. Police say no foul play. Death confirmed...