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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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Leaders of community organizations advised minority voters to create a voting plan ahead of the midterm elections. They stressed that voters should know their rights if encountering law enforcement or ICE at polling places. The advice also addressed mail-in voting procedures.
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Los Angeles County is undergoing a multiyear government restructuring under Measure G. This amendment will create an elected County Executive, expand the Board of Supervisors to nine members, and establish new ethics requirements. The changes involve shifting administrative responsibilities while the Board retains policy-setting authority.
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