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Tom Jones Postpones Southern California Concerts Due to Flu
The 86-Year-Old Singer Has Rescheduled His Greek Theatre and Rady Shell Performances for November.

Socal Coasts Brace for More High Tides After Monday's Record Waters
Monday Saw Exceptionally High Tides Flood Low-Lying Areas in Orange County and Break a Nearly Century-Old Record in Los Angeles County, with Even Higher Waters Expected Tuesday.

Jay-Z Returns to Sofi Stadium After Years Away
The Hip-Hop Icon Played for a Packed Inglewood Crowd, Marking His First Southern California Headlining Performance in Years.

Southern California Shores Brace for Weeks of Record-Setting High Tides
A Rare Combination of an Intensifying El Niño, a Persistent Marine Heatwave, and Specific Lunar Cycles Is Expected to Bring Significant Coastal Flooding and Erosion to Homes and Beaches Across the Region.

Five Drinking Spots Identified as Annual Standouts in Los Angeles
A Local Publication Has Selected a Handful of Establishments, From Cocktail Bars to a Coffee Destination, as Top Places for Drinks in the City This Year.
The Free, Family-Friendly Event on November 2 Will Feature Music, Dance, and Cultural Festivities for All Southern California Residents.

NWS Investigates Possible Tornado in San Clemente Amid Strong Socal Storm
Weather Officials Are Surveying a Golf Course in Orange County After Reports of a Potential Twister, as a Broader Storm System Brings Heavy Rain and Coastal Hazards to the Region.
Southern California's Calendar for the Weekend of October 16-18 Offers a Mix of Seasonal Scares, High Culture, Live Music, and Unique Culinary Experiences Across the Region.

Museum Store Sunday Returns to Socal Cultural Institutions This November 29
The Annual Event, Celebrating Its Tenth Year, Offers Unique Deals and Shopping Experiences Beyond Traditional Holiday Markdowns, Directly Supporting Museums and Local Makers.

While Firefighters Gain Control Over Blazes in Orange and San Diego Counties, an Incoming Storm System Could Bring Mud and Debris Flows to Burn Scars.

Southern California Gas Prices Keep Dropping After Early Winter Blend Push
Average Prices in Los Angeles and Orange Counties Have Fallen for Over Two Weeks Straight, Though They Remain Significantly Higher Than a Year Ago.

Another Week Saw a Flurry of Red Carpets, Charitable Galas, and Familiar Faces Making Appearances From Los Angeles to Paso Robles.

Red Flag Warning Issued for LA County as High Winds Bring Fire Danger
Public Safety Officials Are Urging Residents to Ready for Potential Power Outages and Rapid Fire Spread From Forecasted Santa Ana Winds and Hot Weather Through Saturday.

From Dog-Friendly Oktoberfests to Horror Film Festivals and New Ballet, the Region Is Full of Activities for Fall.

Storm Rachel Brings High Tides and Damage to Southern California Coasts
Officials in Long Beach Estimate Millions in Repairs as Massive Waves Threaten Beachfront Properties From Ventura to San Diego, Including Those Owned by Well-Known Residents.

From Old Hollywood Hideaways to Historic Hotels, These Local Spots Are Known for Their Storied Pasts and Spectral Residents.

Southern California Prepares for a Week of Festivals, Frights, and Free Fun
From Street Closures for Cyclists to Major Concert Residencies and a Host of Halloween-Themed Events, There's No Shortage of Things to Do Across the Region This Week.

Souplantation to Reopen in Fountain Valley Next Year
The Salad Bar Buffet Chain, Closed Since 2020, Is Making a Comeback Under Its Sister Brand, Sweet Tomatoes, at Its Former Orange County Location.

Socal Under Rare Tropical Storm Watch Ahead of Weekend Impacts
The National Hurricane Center Has Issued Only the Second Such Watch in Recorded History for the State, with Tropical Storm Rachel Headed for the Region.

While San Diego County Faces the Most Direct Impact, Orange and Los Angeles Counties Have Already Experienced Significant Coastal Flooding and Are Bracing for Widespread Rain.

Southern California Coastlines Brace for More After Unexpected Flood Damage
An Unprecedented Swell and High Tides Wreaked Havoc Across Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, and Long Beach, with Officials Warning Residents to Prepare for Even Worse Conditions This Weekend.
The Region Gears up for a Season of Bavarian Celebrations, Offering Everything From Traditional Beer Halls to Unique, Dog-Friendly Festivities Across Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire.
A Multi-Agency Operation Resulted in Arrests Following Raids in Downtown Los Angeles, Ventura, and San Bernardino Counties.

Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Simulator Rolling Into UCLA Next Week
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services Is Bringing a Mobile Simulator to Wilson Plaza, Offering a Chance to Prepare for the Region's Inevitable Seismic Events.

Santa Monica's Economic Downturn Detailed in New Rand Study
A Recent Rand Corporation Report Highlights How the City's Retail Vacancies and Declining Sales Revenue Outpace Its Southern California Neighbors.








