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Catch up on Southern California's top stories for Thursday, Aug. 20.

Fugitive In Creepy Baby Doll Mask Case May Be Headed To SoCal: Police

The 22-year-old chased and threatened strangers while wearing a baby doll-style mask, according to police.

Boy’s Dramatic 50-Foot Plunge Off Disneyland Ride Triggers New Park Rule

A series of warnings were installed around Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Disneyland.

Man Out On Bail For Sexual Assault Of Minor Charge Arrested Again For Child Annoyance: Police

The incident happened on Aug. 18, when a 17-year-old girl told police she was walking on the 1800 block of Benchley Street.

Grammy Winning Songwriter Warren Adopts Viral Runaway West Hollywood Pig: Report

The songwriter operates a seven-acre animal sanctuary in Malibu.

'Star Spangled Banner' Must Play Before Games At This RivCo School District

The Temecula Valley Unified School District voted 5-0 to require that the National Anthem play before players take the field or the court.

First 2 Detections Of West Nile Virus During Mosquito Season Confirmed In Riverside County: Officials

One person in Riverside County has been infected with West Nile Virus so far this year.

Before-And-After Images Show Crater Carved By SpaceX Rocket That Slammed Into The Moon

The Falcon rocket’s upper stage plowed into the moon at 5,400 mph this month.

Tips Sought In Drive-By Shooting At North County Restaurant

Investigators said shots were fired toward the 2N1 Korean BBQ restaurant.

'This Is Much Bigger Than 1 Fake Poll': What To Know About Mysterious Company Behind LA Mayor's Race Poll

The fake LA mayor's race poll was among at least three “polls” across three states posted online this month by Median Strategies.

Coroner IDs Lake Elsinore Man As Crash Victim, 3 Others Injured In Menifee

One man has died and three others remain injured and hospitalized after a head-on collision on Newport Road, near Derby Hill Drive.

Former Meta Engineer Says Instagram Took 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Approach On Kids Under 13

Meta is accused of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by knowingly and deliberately designing features that addict children.

Date Set For 101 Freeway Wildlife Crossing Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

A public celebration will accompany a livestreamed ribbon-cutting for the landmark wildlife crossing over the 101 Freeway.

Possible Explosive Found At Manhattan Beach Home, Triggering Bomb Squad Response

Authorities are investigating a potential explosive device near a home on Chestnut Avenue, police confirmed Thursday.

Burglars Hit Same Redondo Beach Store 2 Nights In A Row

Redondo Beach police said detectives are investigating whether the 24-year-old suspect is connected to other commercial burglaries.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live To Make San Diego Return With All-New Truck

The Glow-N-Fire tour will feature the world debut of Rhinomite, new stunts and a fire-breathing robot dinosaur.

New Neighborhood Healthcare Clinic Receives Green Light From Menifee Planning Commission

Neighborhood Healthcare currently operates a smaller clinic in Menifee on Cherry Hills Boulevard near the site of the new facility.