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A woman’s chilling pleas for help can be heard coming from a passing car in Leimert Park on this eerie doorbell video. LAPD says they couldn’t find evidence of a kidnapping last night, but this footage made them reopen the case on.ktla.com/naEDv
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Mercedes-Benz of Los Angeles is paying tribute to Kobe Bryant with a rooftop display.
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Pursuit suspect escapes at least four PIT maneuvers on.ktla.com/m7rgj
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Speeding woman on cocaine kills drunk driver high on meth in North Las Vegas, police say bit.ly/3BlPxYQ
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Louisiana police officer crashes after owl flies into patrol car, starts pecking at him on.ktla.com/ORBXH
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SoCal was graced with another purple & gold sunset this evening, viewed here from Huntington Beach 💜💛
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A Trump sign was erected on the hillside along the 405 Freeway near the Sepulveda Pass. It’s unclear who put it there 📹: Sky5
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Georgia Teen Suffers Blow to Head in Soccer Game, Wakes From Coma Speaking Fluent Spanish bit.ly/2e9Rps0
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A 79-year-old Van Nuys car wash owner has filed a $50 million civil rights claim alleging that federal immigration agents used excessive force during a raid that left him with broken ribs, head trauma and other serious injuries, despite confirming he is a U.S. citizen. Full story: ktla.com/news/79-year-old-am…
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NOW: Anti-ICE protesters are blocking both sides of the 101 Freeway near the Alameda Street exit in DTLA. The CHP has since closed that portion of the freeway. Read more: ktla.com/news/local-news/mas…
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Texas teacher's no-homework policy goes viral on.ktla.com/CIXA0
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KTLA experienced a technical error while adding language filters to our social media accounts, resulting in an offensive word being accidentally shared. We are appalled and apologize that this occurred.
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Dying dad writing 800 lunchbox notes for daughter to be given to her each day after he's gone. ktlane.ws/1iILMyR
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Incredible Sky5 video of a #firetornado at the #samfire in northwestern Los Angeles County. #BREAKING ktla.com/news/local-news/2-a…
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Florida Men — 1 Disguised in Bull Costume – Allegedly Tried to Burn Down Ex-Boyfriend’s Home With Spaghetti Sauce bit.ly/2GaPzH4
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Sky5 got a look at fireworks lighting up the skies for Fourth of July
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The iconic Hollywood sign was mysteriously altered overnight and now reads "Hollyweed." facebook.com/ktla5morningnew…
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Pro-Trump California sheriff expected to run for governor trib.al/999qRba
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KTLA 5 is profoundly saddened to report the death of Sam Rubin. Sam was a giant in the local news industry and the entertainment world, and a fixture of Los Angeles morning television for decades. His laugh, charm and caring personality touched all who knew him. Sam was a loving husband and father: the roles he cherished the most. Our thoughts are with Sam’s family during this difficult time.
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Krispy Kreme is celebrating its 80th anniversary Friday, July 14 with a dozen of original glazed donuts for 80 cents. #ktlavideo
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Dog saved her nine puppies from forest fire by digging deep hole and placing her babies inside ktlane.ws/1C2EgHQ
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In response to President Donald Trump’s continued musing about acquiring Greenland from Denmark, Danish citizens have launched their own effort to purchase California from the U.S. trib.al/1Z9JDFD
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BREAKING: California’s Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, a fierce critic of former President Donald Trump, on Thursday called for lawmakers to convene a special session later this year to safeguard the state’s progressive policies on climate change, reproductive rights and immigration ahead of another Trump presidency. Details: trib.al/34sNv4X
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Dog escapes home, walks 20 blocks to hospital to find owner recovering from cancer surgery ktlane.ws/1DqlTfU
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The 20-year-old, who has since been fired from his Walmart job, said he was on his lunch break when he saw federal agents questioning an elderly janitor and decided to "speak up for a man who couldn't speak up for himself." Full Story: ktla.com/news/local-news/u-s…
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Beagle hitches ride on back of ambulance for 20 miles when Texas owner is taken to hospital ktla.com/2014/11/22/beagle-h…
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As the deadly Eaton Fire continues burning in L.A. County, the Pasadena Humane Society is seeking help as a large number of injured and evacuated animals are arriving at the shelter. Details: trib.al/cr90atz
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Rescue operation underway near Santa Cruz Island involving at least 30 people on a 75-foot boat, per @USCGLosAngeles on.ktla.com/QZgHq
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#BREAKING: ICE agents denied entry to Dodger Stadium. Updates: ktla.com/news/local-news/ice…
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'I IDOLIZED YOU. YOU ARE AND WILL ALWAYS BE MY HERO' Sam Rubin's son, Colby, joined KTLA 5 Morning News on Monday to reflect on his father's passing and share a message to him.
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Blind family dog missing for a week found alive in Santa Cruz mountains on.ktla.com/NuJDc
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"Oh, son, I love you so much," said Jason Coffman as he sobbed while speaking to media about his beloved 22-year-old son Cody who died in the #borderlineshooting in Thousand Oaks. on.ktla.com/oCv2N
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Gov. Brown Signs Bill Legalizing Street Vending in California bit.ly/2phP6sI
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Sky5 was overhead of two #FireTornados along the northern flank of the #PalisadesFire.
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Burger King employees in New Hampshire accused of selling marijuana to customers ordering ‘fries extra crispy’ on.ktla.com/IwGM2
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"L.A. ❤️ Sam" — The Santa Monica Pier is honoring our friend Sam Rubin. trib.al/fitJ3Kd
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Sky5 video captures three bears frolicking in backyard pool of Pasadena home on.ktla.com/8i7BM
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A California Superior Court judge has ordered President Donald Trump to pay $44,100 to Stephanie Clifford, also known as Stormy Daniels, to reimburse her attorneys’ fees in the legal battle surrounding her nondisclosure agreement ktla.com/news/politics/judge…
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BREAKING: Demonstrators could be seen holding up signs that read, “Liberate Huntington Beach,” “Open Cali Now,” “Let us work,” “”Pandemics does not cancel our constitutional rights!!” and “COVID-19 is a lie.” ktla.com/news/local-news/dem…
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8-year-old Ohio girl drove to Target, went shopping: Police trib.al/wNVJbpb
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More Than $100,000 Raised for Maywood Teacher Who Punched Student bit.ly/2QpRsBJ
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Save the date: Over 30 SoCal museums will be offering free admission on Jan. 29 for Museums Free-For-All Day on.ktla.com/ztMVi
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OFFICER HIT: Video obtained by KTLA appears to show the moment a Los Angeles Police Department cruiser rushing to the end of a stolen vehicle pursuit in Sun Valley strikes a fellow officer running across the street. Full video & details: ktla.com/news/local-news/vid…
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Wildlife officials rescued a 525-pound bear found hiding underneath a home that was evacuated during the Eaton Fire. Details: trib.al/6cZs3cu
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Man accused of burning dog with fireworks and leaving him to die is sentenced. ktlane.ws/1rv5Atk
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UPDATE: A large group of anti-ICE protesters have walked onto the southbound lanes of the 101 Freeway, at the Alameda Street exit in DTLA. Read more: ktla.com/news/local-news/mas…
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Former shelter dogs that were deemed too "high energy" are now on the front lines in Los Angeles, searching through the rubble of the #PalisadesFire and #EatonFire. trib.al/2syHkcW
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Traffic is already bumper to bumper across Los Angeles ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, seen here downtown on the 110 Freeway on.ktla.com/sr4Rl
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1993 Mission Viejo High School yearbook photo predicts Cubs will win 2016 World Series on.ktla.com/zalQ4
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Strangers raise $155K for 89 y/o paleta man who started pushing cart after daughter died on.ktla.com/8mHqO
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#BREAKING: Police are investigating an armed break-in in Bel-Air trib.al/kkEw3Ul
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Rings of Saturn captured by Sky5 in the skies over Southern California Tuesday night 🪐
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California’s “other big one”: Scientists warn state may be due for storm of biblical proportions that could cause 3 times more damage than major earthquake on.ktla.com/fUvYA
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PACKING CHECKLIST: Are you prepared to act in case of an emergency? Whether you have 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or 1+ hour to evacuate, make sure you’re grabbing the essentials. Swipe to see what to pack and share with your friends/family to stay prepared.
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A grandmother from the San Fernando Valley, who fell seriously ill from the coronavirus at the beginning of the pandemic in April, delivered 800 homemade tamales to the health care workers at Cedars-Sinai on Thursday @goodnewswendy reports ktla.com/news/local-news/gra…
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#BREAKING: Proposition 64, ballot initiative to legalize recreational marijuana, has passed.
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BREAKING: Gascón out as L.A. County DA as Hochman wins in landslide trib.al/W8tz4nr
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WATCH: A helicopter makes a critical water drop near the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles as crews battle to save homes from the Palisades Fire. The drop, captured by KTLA's SKY 5, doused flames that were rapidly approaching houses. Follow live: ktla.com/news/california/wil…
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Signs read "Satan Has No Rights" and "Stop the Blasphemy" as hundreds gather at Dodger Stadium to protest the team honoring the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence with a Community Service Award at Pride Night. ktla.com/news/local-news/dod…
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Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has announced his candidacy for California Governor. trib.al/IAdpeYU
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We have some sad news to report. Chris Burrous, a fixture on the KTLA 5 Morning News since 2011, passed away Thursday. He was a beloved member of the KTLA family and will be deeply missed. He was 43. on.ktla.com/1Guow
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UPDATE: A preliminary 7.1 quake has just struck in the same area
Did you feel it? Preliminary 4.8 quake reported near Searles Valley
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The Trump Administration plans to withhold more than $40 million in grant funding originally earmarked for California after it claimed the state refused to enforce English proficiency standards for commercial truckers. ktla.com/news/california/tru…
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NYC’s Empire State Building is lit up purple & gold to honor Kobe 💜💛
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Effort underway to recall Los Angeles Mayor Bass over handling of Palisades Fire trib.al/tSntkW2
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Barstow High School Teacher Arrested, Accused of Sexual Relationship With 16-Year-Old Student bit.ly/2Fc7pHh
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"Since we are in his house, I would ask you to join me in a moment of silence”: Grammys open with tribute to @kobebryant on.ktla.com/8fWQC
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Sky5 captures footage of the Hollywood sign illuminating the "D" to celebrate the Dodgers' 8th World Series win.
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A man who witnessed an immigration raid at a Pacoima shopping plaza said he was forcefully removed from his car and taken into custody for simply filming the activity. Details: ktla.com/news/local-news/sou…
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A Southern California family is devastated after nearly 20 relatives who all lived within walking distance of each other, lost their homes to the Eaton Fire. Details: trib.al/wVM5C3P
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Update: A second suspect has been identified in the double fatal shooting at a Covina Halloween party over the weekend. Both men should be considered armed and dangerous, officials said ktla.com/news/local-news/she…
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#BREAKING: The California High-Speed Rail Authority has received complete environmental approval between San Francisco and Los Angeles, a historic milestone for the massive transportation project. trib.al/Gvg0oP2
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Compton Cowboys take to the streets to protest police violence. Sky5 was overhead
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After spending a year in space, astronaut @StationCDRKelly's DNA no longer matches that of his identical twin, @NASA finds on.ktla.com/1GkLC
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UPDATE: The view from the 101 Freeway overpass on Hill Street in downtown Los Angeles. The freeway is closed once again as demonstrators poured back into the lanes, after being briefly reopened at about 1:20 p.m. Read more: ktla.com/news/local-news/mas…
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The @Dodgers have landed back in L.A. after their #WorldSeries win — with Mookie Betts being one of the first off the plane, hoisting the Commissioner's Trophy 💙⚾🏆 ktla.com/sports/mlb-investig…
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Malnourished sea lion pup enters La Jolla restaurant, falls asleep in booth on.ktla.com/k0i3X
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Egg truck crash causing major delays on 5 Freeway through East Los Angeles trib.al/KKXVDhu
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Actor-musician @DrakeBell arrested on suspicion of DUI early Monday morning by Glendale PD on.ktla.com/Wbhne
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Cell phones across Los Angeles just received an emergency alert for an evacuation warning. This is likely related to the #KennethFire in the Calabasas/West Hills area and does not impact the entire city. Live coverage: trib.al/LXRxEOB
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#BREAKING: Roughly 42% of California is out of the 5-year drought, U.S. Drought Monitor reports on.ktla.com/J17au
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Donald Trump's Walk of Fame star was vandalized with a sledgehammer this morning on.ktla.com/97Asn
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Dad who caught neighbor molesting son tells 911, "Send an ambulance. He is going to need one." ktlane.ws/1jGurIs
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Principal pushed children out of the way before being killed herself by school bus on.ktla.com/tmcsr
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Singer and social media personality Nezza performed the national anthem in Spanish at Dodger Stadium on Saturday, despite being told beforehand she was expected to sing it in English. Details: ktla.com/news/local-news/sin…
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Video: 4-year-old Pennsylvania girl leaves home at 3 a.m., determined to get a slushie ktlane.ws/1HUSNIU
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