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2 Dead Teens, 1 Empty Can of Four Loko

The bodies of two teenagers were discovered Friday morning in an empty Huntington Beach apartment, and today local authorities say their deaths were drug- or alcohol-related, reports the Daily Breeze. Found on the scene: An empty bottle of Four Loko, the booze-infused sugary energy drink that has been banned in some states. The deceased are a 15-year-old boy from Westminster and a 16-year-old girl from Huntington Beach. Authorities say they found "other evidence of drug and alcohol use in the apartment," and the investigation is ongoing.
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It's been many, many years since we saw this much snow in our mountains. Going up there right now isn't safe, but here are some places where you can enjoy the view and snap a pic.
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April Valentine died at Centinela Hospital. Her daughter was born by emergency C-section. She'd gone into the pregnancy with a plan, knowing Black mothers like herself were at higher risk.
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A look at years past when snows creeped into our citified neighborhoods, away from the mountains and foothills.
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In the face of a drier future, that iconic piece of Americana is on its way out in Southern California.
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Another Missing Hiker Has Been Found Dead In San Gabriels As Search For Actor Julian Sands ContinuesBob Gregory, 62, went missing the same day as Sands. His body was recovered near Mount Islip.