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California urges mpox vaccination after more-severe strain detected in San Francisco
Apr 18, 2026 - Us 
California health officials are urging high-risk residents to get vaccinated against mpox after a potentially more-severe strain of the virus was detected for the first time in San Francisco.
Arellano: Meet the LAUSD veteran who leads the principals union
Apr 18, 2026 - Us 
Maria Nichols has worked in LAUSD for 42 years but has led the principals union for less than two years. She helped negotiate a new contract and stood in solidarity with two other LAUSD unions.
Longtime animal welfare executive named to lead L.A.'s Animal Services
Apr 18, 2026 - Us 
Gabrielle Amster, a 19-year veteran of animal welfare service, has been appointed to take over L.A. Animal Services as general manager. Her appointment still must be confirmed.
Heroic dog's nonstop barking saves Orange County family from fire, says owner
Apr 18, 2026 - Us 
Fillmore, a 3-year-old German short-haired pointer, barked relentlessly to warn his human family that a fire had ignited in the garage of their Tustin home.
Learning to fly from the ground up: Owl sighting in Redondo Beach sparks public service announcement
Apr 17, 2026 - Us 
Fledgling owls have been spotted falling from the trees in Redondo Beach, prompting police to release a public service announcement video for residents.

