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AIAI news brief· Local news brief · Los Angeles · generated Sep 29, 2026

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NewsLA County reports record 69 rabid bats this year
Los Angeles County has confirmed 69 rabid bats so far in 2026, matching last year's record. Nearly 70% of positive tests came from the Santa Clarita Valley, according to county public health leaders. Anyone with possible bat exposure should contact local animal control right away, officials advise, because peak bat season continues.
ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) · Sep 29, 2026
NewsSemitrailer fire closes lanes on the 5 Freeway in Sylmar
A semitrailer carrying produce caught fire on the northbound 5 Freeway near Roxford Street in Sylmar, closing several lanes. Authorities initially closed all northbound lanes, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation. Drivers heading north on the 5 were advised to use alternate routes.
ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) · Sep 29, 2026
NewsBiologists study large black bear roaming Altadena
A large black bear has been roaming a neighborhood in Altadena, unsettling residents. The tagged animal, identified as Yellow 2120, reportedly weighs about 550 pounds, and biologists are gathering more information. Neighbors in Altadena share their streets with a bear that biologists are still learning about.
NBC4 Los Angeles (KNBC) · Sep 29, 2026
NewsFC Dallas edges LAFC 1-0 on Urhoghide's goal
FC Dallas beat Los Angeles FC 1-0 on Saturday night, with Osaze Urhoghide scoring the only goal of the match. Jonathan Sirois made three saves, and Dallas extended its unbeaten streak to six games. The defeat is a result Los Angeles FC supporters will follow as the season continues.
CBS News Los Angeles (KCBS/KCAL) · Sep 30, 2026

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[1] FC Dallas defeats LAFC 1-0; Urhoghide scores goal · CBS News Los Angeles (KCBS/KCAL)
[2] Large Bear Roams Altadena Neighborhood · NBC4 Los Angeles (KNBC)
[3] Sausalito's Marinship District Faces Debate Over Development Rules · CBS News Los Angeles (KCBS/KCAL)
[4] California toughens DUI laws with new penalties and longer revocations · CBS News Los Angeles (KCBS/KCAL)
[5] Dennis Haskins, Known for 'Saved By The Bell,' Dies at 75 · ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC)
[6] Fire from Semitrailer Shuts Down Lanes on Northbound 5 Freeway in Sylmar · ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC)
[7] Record number of rabid bats detected in Los Angeles County · ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC)
[8] LA County Leaders Warn Over Record Rabid Bat Detections in 2026 · CBS News Los Angeles (KCBS/KCAL)

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LA Officials Advise Businesses on 2028 Olympics Contract Opportunities

Los Angeles officials reminded Southern California businesses about contract opportunities available from city, state, and federal agencies. Mayor Karen Bass highlighted the potential for $40 billion in economic opportunity from the LA28 Games. The free summit provides resources to help local entrepreneurs compete for major contracts ahead of the 2028 Olympics.

EconomyPublished Sep 28, 12:00 AMAdded Sep 29, 3:48 AM

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NBC4 Los Angeles (KNBC)Sep 28, 12:00 AM

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