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Lobster Heist: $400K Shipment Stolen on Way to Costco

Marcus L. Bennett December 28, 2025

At a Glance $400,000 in lobster stolen en route to Costco stores Theft involved a driver impersonating a legitimate carrier Pattern of spoofed...

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News Report Sports News

Michigan Names Kyle Whittingham as Head Coach Amid Scandal Fallout

Marcus L. Bennett December 28, 2025

In a dramatic shift, the University of Michigan announced on Friday that former Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham will take the reins of its football...

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Breaking News Local News

Castaic Gas Line Explosion Forces 5 Freeway Closure

Jonathan P. Miller December 28, 2025

At a Glance Gas line explosion near the 5 Freeway in Castaic shut down the entire route. Northbound traffic was diverted to CA-126 and SR-138. A...

Justin Herbert looks dejected with slumped Charger teammates near the goalpost while C.J. Stroud raises arms on Texans side a

NFL Sports

Texans Clinch Historic Three-Year Playoff Streak with 20-16 Win Over Chargers

Amanda S. Bennett December 28, 2025

At a Glance 20-16 victory gives Texans a third straight playoff berth. C.J. Stroud scores two long touchdowns on Houston's first two...

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Breaking News Local News

San Pedro Deck Collapse Injures 5 People

Sophia A. Reynolds December 28, 2025

At a Glance A second-story deck collapsed in San Pedro, injuring 5 people. The collapse was reported at 5:23 p.m. Saturday at 3518 S. Spearing...

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Emergency Management Local News Weather

Los Angeles Battles Holiday Storms with 350+ Crashes, 600 Tree Emergencies and 4,000 Power Outages

Olivia M. Hartwell December 28, 2025

Holiday storms have left the city and county of Los Angeles in a state of local emergency, prompting a massive response from city officials. More...

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Business News Consumer News

Holiday Spending Shifts to Thrift Stores, Returns Drop as Shoppers Go List-Focused

Amanda S. Bennett December 28, 2025

The frantic holiday shopping sprint that ends each December has already slowed, giving way to a quieter post‑Christmas run for deals and returns. Yet...

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College Football Playoff News Sports News

College Football Playoff Quarterfinals: Matchups, Dates, and Where to Watch

Olivia M. Hartwell December 28, 2025

The 2025‑26 College Football Playoff is poised for a Thursday‑night showdown as the nation's top four teams lock horns in the Rose, Sugar, Cotton,...

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Political News World News

Zelenskyy to Meet Trump in Florida: Security Guarantees, 20-Point Plan and New Territorial Talks

Olivia M. Hartwell December 28, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Friday that he will sit down with former U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida over the...

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Crime News Local News

Gunman Opens Fire in Idaho Sheriff’s Office, Kills Suspect, Leaves Three with Minor Injuries

Ethan R. Coleman December 28, 2025

At approximately 2:30 p.m. on Friday, a gunman entered the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office in Wallace, Idaho, and opened fire inside the lobby and...