After getting about a month’s worth of rain this week, the skies are clearing and Southern Californians can look forward to a bright Christmas.

The Smith-Miller Toy Co., known for its vintage toy trucks, had its factory at the location in 1931.

Stephen Redd, a former L.A. County sheriff’s deputy sentenced to death after killing a store manager during a robbery in Yorba Linda, dies in custody.

A magnitude 3.4 earthquake was reported Friday in Huntington Beach. In the last 10 days, one earthquake of magnitude 3.0 or greater was centered nearby.

Consumer Reports researchers found that some hot chocolate mixes contain high amounts of metals and, if frequently consumed, can cause health problems.

Charlie Sheen was allegedly assaulted by a neighbor at the actor’s Malibu home. Authorities have arrested a woman on suspicion of the attack.

The Rev. Keith Mozingo is struggling to keep his yuletide spirits after the baby Jesus that topped his nativity scene in Los Feliz was stolen.

Doctors and dentists at L.A. County-run facilities are putting off a strike indefinitely, their union says. The walkout had been planned for next week.

Asael Roblero became a fixture at L.A. County Board of Supervisors meetings as he sought help for his incarcerated son with a mental illness.

Department of Insurance says auto insurers are creating barriers for new and renewing members, possibly violating state law.