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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, 2026A 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, 2026A 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, 2026FC 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, 2026Nib used AI to summarize the linked public news sources. No Juncture editor reviewed this brief. AI summaries can miss context or make mistakes, so check the original sources before acting on this information.
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Jeslyn Isabelle Manzano, a 23-year-old pregnant Hispanic woman, was last seen Sunday near Rutland Avenue and Penny Drive in Riverside. Authorities are searching for her due to concerns about a potential mental health crisis. She has diagnoses including schizoaffective disorder, borderline personality disorder, and depression.
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Los Angeles County confirmed 69 rabid bats this year, matching last year's record. Public health officials urged residents to take precautions as peak bat season continues. The department noted that most detections were found in the Santa Clarita Valley.
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Los Angeles County public health leaders issued a warning after 69 rabid bats were detected so far in 2026. Nearly 70% of these positive tests occurred in the Santa Clarita Valley. Officials advise contacting local animal control immediately if there is any potential bat exposure.
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