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Crews gain on 2 wildfires burning north of LA
Fire officials say they've gained the upper hand in two wildfires that have scorched areas in Castaic and Los Padres National Forest.
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Crews report 75 percent containment in Castaic
Santa Clarita Sheriffs officials say evacuation orders for 19 homes on Elk Ridge Rd and Vista Point Place have been lifted, as the fire continues toward Castaic Lake.
Firefighters battle flames, terrain, north of Los Angeles
Firefighters had to battle terrain as much as flames as they worked to surround a wildfire entering its third day in harsh hills and mountains north of Los Angeles.
Final recital at famed Crystal Cathedral this weekend
The Crystal Cathedral ministry - best known for its Hour of Power TV program - is getting ready to leave its longtime campus next month.
PHOTOS: A look inside the taxidermy lab at The Natural History Museum
Off-Ramp’s Mukta Mohan talked with taxidermist Allis Markham to find out what it’s like behind the scenes at the museum and to learn about the art of taxidermy.
Have a fantastically free weekend: 5 things to do in LA
KPCC has compiled five fun and free events happening around Los Angeles. What are your plans for the weekend?
Weekend traffic: Plan a 405 detour Friday and Saturday night
The northbound 405 will be closed between the Santa Monica Boulevard off-ramp and on-ramp. The 10 west and east connectors to the northbound 405 will also be closed.
Sainthood for slain Archbishop Oscar Romero?
Local Salvadoran-Americans and clergy gathered to discuss their hopes for Romero's canonization, now that Pope Francis has cleared the way.
Study: Beach fire pollution can equal a long-distance truck trip
Are beach bonfires in the Southland harmful to your health? A new study suggests 'yes,' but there's disagreement whether that means beach fires should be banned. Read the full study.
Bicyclists ride free on Metro, Metrolink today
If you're bicycling to work, you can also ride many Los Angeles bus and rail lines for free today as well.
Grand Fire burns at least 3,000 acres in Kern County
Kern County Fire officials say the quickly-burning Grand Fire is now 10 percent contained, and has spread into Los Angeles County.
Orange County won't bill hikers for $160,000 rescue
Supervisors concluded they don't have the authority to bill two young hikers for the cost to rescue them last month, but supervisors could change the law next week.
School board backs up Scripps High; won't overturn 'twerking' video punishments
"Twerking" video scandal update: School board dances around punishment while the issue of kids shaking their behinds turns into an issue of adults covering their own.
4.0 earthquake shakes up South Bay
There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. It was the latest in a series of temblors that have hit the Southland in recent weeks.
LA City Attorney Race: Lacey endorses Feuer over Trutanich
LA County's District Attorney jumps into the battle against the man she defeated last year, citing Trutanich's mailer on prison realignment.
