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2 miles of Los Angeles coast closed off by sewage spill

A long stretch of Los Angeles coastal waters was under a closure order Friday after a large spill of untreated sewage into a creek that empties into the ocean. INDIANA FERTILIZER LEAK TRIGGERS 10-MILE FISH KILL The spill began Wednesday and about 14,400 gallons flowed into Ballona Creek before it was stopped at midday Thursday, the Los Angeles County Department …

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California police officer shot in back by criminal who should have been in jail: progressive DA's challenger

A known gang member with a long violent criminal history accused of shooting a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputy could have been kept behind bars if not for soft-on-crime policies by the region’s top prosecutor, his election opponent said. Raymundo Duran, 47, who allegedly shot Deputy Samuel Aispuro in the back at a stop light while he was sitting on …

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Jury says California man who sexually assaulted hikers, sleeping women poses ‘serious danger to society'

A Southern California man has been convicted of sexually assaulting five women who were hiking or sleeping at the time he attacked them. Edgar Rodriguez Ruelas, 42, of Woodland Hills, was convicted last week and on Tuesday, jurors found that there were “aggravating factors,” including that he “represents a serious danger to society,” according to a Ventura County District Attorney …

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Jewish student defies anti-Israel radicals who 'stalked' him on California campus: Won't be 'silenced'

What was supposed to be a memorable day of taking photos at USC’s historical spots on campus soon spiraled into a Jewish graduate student confronting antisemitism head-on at the prestigious school that’s been rocked by anti-Israel radicals, the student recounted to Fox News Digital. “I was walking around my campus to some of the more historic parts to get a …

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UCLA finally asks for FBI help — but to investigate pro-Israel supporters

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Chancellor Gene Block says the college has contacted the FBI and the LA District Attorney’s Office about investigating a group of pro-Israel counter-protesters who allegedly attacked an anti-Israel campus encampment, sparking hours of violent clashes. Hundreds of anti-Israel agitators set up an encampment on UCLA’s campus in Royce Quad last month to demand that …

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On this day in history, May 7, 1977, the song 'Hotel California' by the Eagles hits No. 1

On this day in history, May 7, 1977, the song “Hotel California” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The six minute and eight second-long song by the Eagles spent one week atop the charts before it was bumped down to the number three spot by the song “When I Need You” by Leo Sayer, the website Best Classic …

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Los Angeles bus driver fights back after female suspect attacks her over alleged fare dispute

A Los Angeles bus driver was seen on video fighting back against a woman who attacked her on Sunday. The incident unfolded around 1 p.m. near South Central Avenue and Jefferson Boulevard in South Los Angeles. The suspect was boarding a DASH bus, which offers free service, and tried to pay a dollar to the driver, the Los Angeles Department …

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2 bodies found in 'human-dug cave' in Los Angeles: officials

Two bodies were found inside an excavation in Los Angeles, California, on Sunday morning, according to fire officials. The Los Angeles Fire Department said in a news alert that firefighters arrived at a residence on the 8700 block of N. Lindley Avenue at approximately 10:38 a.m. Sunday and located two victims. Firefighters said a “white powder substance” was also found …

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Police at UCLA arrest over 130 anti-Israel agitators, dismantle left-wing encampment

Police at the University of California, Los Angeles arrested more than 130 people Thursday morning after officers faced off with a left-wing mob to dismantle an anti-Israel encampment on campus. “In response to a mutual aid request from UCLA, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) deployed to assist the UCLA Police Department. The CHP was one of several law enforcement agencies …

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What's the penalty for anti-Israel protesters? UCLA's warning includes one crucial word

After police were called to restore order and clear out anti-Israel agitators at the University of California, Los Angeles, many have been left to wonder: How will they be held accountable? These protesters formed an illegal encampment on the campus and remained there for several days, subsequently forcing the school to cancel classes on Wednesday for all students amid safety …

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